Generate animated curves based on Random, Sine, Sawtooth, and many other types of mathematical patterns
AnimBuddy
Updated: 4 June 2024
Author: hgifford
Compatible Nuke versions: 8.0 or later
Compatibility: Linux, Windows
About
The AnimBuddy is used to generate animated curves based on Random, Sine, Sawtooth and many other types of mathematical patterns. Results can be previewed in the Curve Editor, altered with built in controls, and mixed together to generate advanced curve types. Expression link the Results knobs to the desired nodes to drive their knobs with the animation
You can read the full documentation for the AnimBuddy here
Features
Choose from many different curve types, for use in up to 3 base curves per node
Preview and edit your curves in Nukes Curve Editor
Mix curves together to create advanced curves that appear more random and natural
The Buddy System
This is a suite of tools I've been working on, which is designed to help compositors of all skill levels accomplish fundamental tasks, quickly and intuitively
If you'd like to learn about the other Buddy System tools you can find them here, and feel free to reach out if there are any issues, or if you have ideas to improve them!
Version History
1.0 - Initial release
1.1 - Bug fixes, reorder of knobs, added amplitude sliders, and moved Custom Curve to its own curve type