Projection 3D is a free After Effects plugin by Nataworkstudio that adds modeling tools such as Extrude, Revolve, Spherize and a Surface Modeler, plus a Projection Scenes Library and camera export to Cinema 4D and Maya.
Developed by Nataworkstudio.
About Projection 3D
Projection 3D is a free plugin for Adobe After Effects (versions 2024 and 2025) that provides a suite of modeling utilities within the composition environment. Tools include Extrude, Extrude along path, Spherize, Revolve and a Surface Modeler for creating complex 3D geometry. The plugin also offers a Projection Scenes Library, a 3D‑Object Converter, a Displace tool and direct OBJ editing. Camera workflows are supported through fSpy matching, camera insertion and one‑click export of cameras and animation to Cinema 4D and Maya, with focal‑length zoom data included. OBJ files can be imported and exported with scale adjustments for Maya and Blender. Version 4.1.03 was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Features
- Extrude and Extrude along path tools that build geometry from a selected mask or from a cutout pattern combined with a path
- Spherize modeling tool suited to spherical surfaces
- Revolve tool that spins a profile curve around a pivot point
- Surface Modeler for creating 3D models of any complexity
- 3D-Object Converter and Displace tools
- Projection Scenes Library and direct OBJ editing
- One-click realistic water animation in Blender
Best for
After Effects artists who need to build 3D objects and project them, especially when exporting camera data to Cinema 4D or Maya.
Frequently asked questions
Does Projection 3D work with After Effects 2025?
Yes. Projection 3D lists compatibility with After Effects 2025 and 2024, and those versions are required for full functionality.
Is Projection 3D free to use?
The catalog lists Projection 3D as free, but licensing terms may change; verify the current terms on the developer’s site before use.
Can Projection 3D export cameras to Cinema 4D and Maya?
Yes. The plugin can export cameras and camera animation, including focal‑length zoom, to both Cinema 4D and Maya.
Does Projection 3D include water animation for Blender?
The feature list mentions a one‑click realistic water animation for Blender, but this function is separate from the After Effects modeling tools.
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