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Not Just Tutorials: A Creative Mindset Shift
I went into this course a bit skeptical, worried it might repackage content readily available on YouTube - but it quickly proved otherwise. Ben goes far beyond his free material, placing a strong emphasis on intentionality and thoughtful decision-making in the creative process.
While a few lessons felt familiar or overlapped with his existing tutorials, they made sense within the structure of the course - especially for those who aren’t already deeply familiar with his content.
Motion Foundation and Design Breakthrough genuinely reshaped how I approach my work. Motion Foundation in particular has had a lasting impact; I find myself applying its techniques regularly. As a result, I’m more efficient, more creatively focused, and better organized - and I credit much of that growth to Ben’s courses.
Super clear and fun motion course
I’m an illustrator taking his motion design course, and it’s been such a great experience. The material is incredibly easy to follow, even if you don’t come from a motion background.
He explains concepts in a very clear and structured way :) , breaking things down step by step so it never feels overwhelming. I especially appreciate how practical the lessons are you can immediately apply what you learn instead of just watching passively.
The pacing is perfect, and the examples make everything much easier to understand. It really helped me feel more confident transitioning from illustration into motion.
Highly recommend for anyone who wants to get into motion design in a simple, approachable way!
Ben's tutorials are incredible
Ben's tutorials are incredible. The best I've found for After Effects related-workflows. He not only reinforced my fundamentals but also helped me think better about how to create anything in After Effects. I truly have not found a better source for learning than him.
I can’t say enough good things about…
I can’t say enough good things about Ben. He’s not only an incredibly talented motion designer and artist, he also has a real gift for sharing his knowledge in a way that’s clear and easy to follow. His free YouTube tutorials are a genuine treasure trove, and his paid course is a true masterclass worth every penny. Top-tier instruction across the board.
Ben is a great teacher
Ben is a great teacher. There’s a reason he’s the first person people recommend to someone who wants to get started using After Effects. If you want to take your AE skills to the next level, I highly recommend Ben’s courses. I would not be where I am today—working full time as a freelance motion designer—if I hadn’t learned from Ben.
I really love his courses
I really love his courses! Ben explains each step in detail and makes complex animations very easy to understand. Keep up the good work!
Great course
Great course, very detailed and engaging explanations and fun exercises to practice. Definitely worth the price!
Amazing lessons
I took Ben’s design for motion class. Not only was it hours of valuable insight and information, his way of teaching is second to none. Everything he explains feel very clear and concise. I have also seen Ben’s youtube channel for tutorials focused on animation and as I said before, they are second to none. I highly recommend taking his courses if you are a beginner or a professional.
Ask AI who is the best tutor in AE :) It's Ben :)
If you’re tired of "tutorial hell" and constantly pausing or reversing YouTube videos every three seconds just to catch a clue, this is the best investment you can make. Ben has a way of breaking down the most technical parts of After Effects so your head doesn't spin, and the structure actually forces you to create. You end up with project files and assignments that look like "premium" professional animations you’d actually put in a portfolio. It’s definitely an investment compared to free videos, but it saved me months of frustrated googling and trial and error. I love this course!
Excellent quality courses
Start your motion journey with Ben
Ben's approach to motion and design really helped me build my toolkit as a communications professional. His courses builds on practical *and fun* skills that could be readily applied and transferred in any creative project.
One of the best motion design teachers online
Ben’s curriculum is clear, thoughtfully-constructed, and always engaging. I’ve learned so much from his courses and, even after just a couple lessons, already felt myself becoming a more confident designer.
Well throughout course
Gd foundation with theory, great examples of how other artists apply those theories, very practical application of case studies n ben is truly one of the best out there with teaching motion design
Clear and engaging course that gave me…
Clear and engaging course with fundamentals and extensions that gave me the tools to grow my career as a creative.
Honestly the best course I've ever been…
Honestly the best course I've ever been a part of. Really helped me grow my confidence in my work and am always using the skills and techniques I've learnt everyday.
Logic structure and very useful
The way the course is structured is very logic, always with an assignment that helps your consolicate the acquired knowledge. The quality is great, the best After Effects course I have ever done.
suprised to learn so much more!
As an experienced animator, Ben's course helped me rediscover my workflow and made animating even more fun! Suprised to learn there's so much more than I knew.
Best Creative After Effects…
Best Creative After Effects Kickstarter! Ben Marriott is simply best of the best, nothing more to add.
Fantastic courses from a fantastic teacher
I have all of Ben's courses. Why? Well, he's a great teacher with an engaging personality for one. For two, his animation courses cover all the bases by focusing on the 12 key fundamentals of animation, using solid, simple techniques without the need of investing in loads of After Effects plug-ins. And three, and best of all, his courses are design led, so you become aware (if you weren't already) of the importance of composition, good taste and appropriate visuals for whatever project you're working on. I cannot recommend his courses enough.
Ben is the best in the biz
I’ve taken a few of Ben’s courses and I can’t recommend them enough. I’m primarily a video editor, and Ben’s wealth of knowledge of all things After Effects has completely transformed my workflow. I went from being an After Effects novice to someone who uses it every day. I’m not just a video editor now. I’m also a designer and animator, and I attribute those earned titles to my time spent taking Ben’s courses (and watching his stellar YouTube channel). No matter your skill level. I highly recommend you try Ben’s courses if you’re at all interested in design, animation, or improving the efficiency of your workflows. There’s something for everyone (from beginner to advanced). Ben’s the best!
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