Updated July 21, 2017 Import the image or video you want to warp to a project in After Effects, and then drag it to the timeline. Press “Control-Alt-Y” to add an adjustment layer, and then resize it to cover the portion of the image or video that you want affected. Search for “Wave Warp” in the “Effects & Presets” window, and then drag the effect onto the adjustment layer. Set the Wave Height to a value between zero and 10. Values outside this range cause an unrealistic amount of distortion. As you change the value, you see a preview of the effect on a single frame, which can help you select the best value for your project. Set the Wave Width between 30 and 100. Values at the lower end of this range make your image seem to flap in the wind, while higher values cause the appearance of blowing up and down. Drag the “Direction” pointer to face the direction you want the wind to blow. Selecting straight up or down causes unrealistic distortion, but all other directions work well. Change the Wave Speed to affect how fast the animation loops. Press “Play” in the Preview window to test your settings, and then make changes as necessary. You can add effects directly to your image or video’s layer instead of creating an adjustment layer, but adjustment layers allow your effects to work across multiple layers, and remain even if you replace your content. Resources Tips Warnings Writer Bio
