16 years ago I messed a bit with Softimage 3D. Animating objects to path and having their orientation follow the path was pretty easy. Applying a lattice so the object could bend and flex as it follows the path was not too difficult either.

 

Now in Ae I’m trying to relearn that technique. I have a solid layer (a rectangle box) following a path with ‘auto-orient’ turned on, so the path animation is done.  What is the trick to making the layer flex as it rounds the corners? The path is an s-curve shape where the S elongates on Z axis.  Can Mesh Warp be applied in a way that it will interact with the curves in a path?

 

Trying to expand my knowledge. Any links to tutorials are appreciated.

 

John

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