Shortcuts to better3D motion graphics

Learn the skills, workflows and techniques you actually need to create professional motion graphics — with a structured path, real projects, tools and support to help you work faster.

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Master Cinema 4D
in 3 easy steps...

1. Watch the guide

A practical overview of what to learn, what matters, and how to approach a career in 3D and motion graphics.

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2. Take the free course

A free, step-by-step beginner course that gives you the foundations without sending you down a rabbit hole.

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3. Become a C4D Pro

A structured professional learning path covering the skills, workflows, problem solving and techniques that matter.

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Make the coolest
project-based effects.

A huge library of project based effects, mostly requested by members. All include render-ready project files you can use as a starting point.

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Koinobori and Fukinagashi - Japanese Childrens Day Fish and Streamers in C4D
Product Shots with Squishy Cloth Spheres
How to Randomize Text Across Clones in Cinema 4D
Melting Things in Houdini
Twisted Rope & String Setup (Cinema 4D Project File)

I even take requests...

Struggling with something? I make new content every month covering the questions you want answered.

And if you get stuck,
I've got your back.

If you ever get stuck along the way, drop a comment or chat to me directly and privately for one-on-one support - I can also offer career advice and help you troubleshoot your projects

Cinema 4D + AI

Learn how to use AI inside your Cinema 4D workflow to work faster and give yourself an edge.

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What members are saying.

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Yasser Kabal Medjamia

Jan 6, 2026

from the best tutor on the market :)

from the best tutor on the market :) i found the platform very intuitive and easy to follow. Dave is supervising most of the time, you can ask him whatever you want.

DAN KEITH

Dec 30, 2025

Dave is the MAN!!!

Dave has been extremely prompt in answering my email questions, and his support made the whole experience smooth and stress-free.

Thomas Werle

Nov 25, 2025

Must have for every Cinema 4D User

Great and really helpful Tutorials. It's a huge advantage to have a knowledge base like this. And in addition to this, you can ask for specific help on specific problems or tasks.

Hugo Dávila

Nov 19, 2025

Easy to learn and implement complex techniques very fast!

Love CGShortcuts! Their straightforward approach in the tutorials allows you to easily learn and implement complex techniques very fast. The support team is always willing to solve any doubts along the way.

Slawomir Barcz

Nov 4, 2025

Great tutorials and amazing support!

The lessons are clear, well-structured, and really easy to follow. The instructor is super knowledgeable and always helpful. I highly recommend CG Shortcuts to anyone who wants to learn 3D.

Lachlan Westfall

Sep 24, 2025

Someone to turn to when you're stuck.

I've found that when I hit a brick wall, I want someone to turn to for a solution. I found CG Shortcuts, and that changed. I throw various questions at Dave and get answers right away.

Uwe B

Aug 20, 2025

A perfect learning platform

I've never regretted my membership at CG Shortcuts. In addition to the constantly updated training courses, I have access to a regularly expanding collection of solutions. This is what I imagine a good training platform to be!

kiran ravindranath

Jul 12, 2025

Beginner to Pro

The content is incredibly well-structured, clear, and easy to follow. The instructor breaks down complex concepts in a way that makes them feel approachable. Great thing is you can request any tutorial and Dave will guide you.

Amy Kilner

Jun 23, 2024

A great place to kickstart your Cinema 4D learning!

CG Shortcuts has been great in learning different routes in Cinema 4D. Their videos are easy to understand. I think CG Shortcuts tutorials are the best value for money in the world of paid C4D learning!

JR Steendahl

Apr 11, 2024

I love CG Shortcuts

Their short informative videos show you not only how to create a thing in C4D, Octane, and Redshift but are excellent for showing you the concepts behind creating things. I would not be as fluent in C4D and Redshift without Dave and CG Shortcuts.

Ron Humer

Mar 27, 2024

Understanding the details inside C4D

Great attention to detail with a calm and confident personality. I bought the lifetime membership because Dave creates looks that are intriguing to me. I like how available he is when you have questions.

Gheorghe Podoleanu

Sep 30, 2024

Content quality

The video materials are very well made, and each lesson includes step-by-step explanations and working files for practice. The instructors are professionals with vast experience. I recommend this site to anyone interested in Cinema 4D.

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