{"id":48076,"date":"2026-05-08T19:10:14","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T23:10:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/?p=48076"},"modified":"2026-05-08T19:10:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T23:10:14","slug":"atomu-maruyama-sta-reflection-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/atomu-maruyama-sta-reflection-26\/","title":{"rendered":"Atomu Maruyama \u2013 STA Reflection \u2013 \u201926"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>My goal for this year was to learn compositing using Adobe After Effects, with a specific focus on creating a 2D visual style from 3D rendered images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"613\" src=\"https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190444-1024x613.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190444-1024x613.png 1024w, https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190444-750x449.png 750w, https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190444-768x460.png 768w, https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190444.png 1061w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the semester, I actively practiced compositing workflows by integrating my 3D renders into After Effects and experimenting with color grading, lighting adjustments, and layering techniques. I focused especially on techniques that flatten depth cues, such as reducing contrast, controlling shadows, and applying stylized effects to achieve a more 2D aesthetic. I completed multiple compositing tests and incorporated these techniques into my animation and visual projects. I also met key deadlines for project submissions, which helped me stay consistent and accountable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190755-1024x619.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190755-1024x619.png 1024w, https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190755-750x453.png 750w, https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190755-768x464.png 768w, https:\/\/inside.wooster.edu\/technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/83\/2026\/05\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-05-08-190755.png 1064w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I built a solid foundation in compositing and developed a clearer understanding of how to achieve a 2D look from 3D renders. Moving forward, I plan to continue refining these techniques, with a stronger focus on stylistic consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>My goal for this year was to learn compositing using Adobe After Effects, with a specific focus on creating a 2D visual style from 3D rendered images. Throughout the semester, I actively practiced compositing workflows by integrating my 3D renders into After Effects and experimenting with color grading, lighting adjustments, and layering techniques. 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