Free Template - Layer Bender

This free template allows you to bend, curve, or curl any layer in three dimensions in Adobe After Effects. It's compatible with the Classic 3D renderer, so it will work in all your projects. Simply import the template, drop your layer into the precomp, and use the intuitive controls to create a custom curve on your layer.

Layer Bender offers some handy features that aren't available in the Geometry Options of the Cinema 4D renderer, such as the ability to apply multiple bends to a single layer. Easily adjust the curve’s width to create sharp bends at specific points or smooth, gradual curves across the entire layer. Adjust the direction of the bend, curl your layer into a spiral, and add unlimited segments for higher resolution bends. Whether it's images, footage, text, shapes, solids, or even other precomps, Layer Bender works with any layer type.