In this blog, I'll show you how to make trails and RGB trails inside of TouchDesigner using Cache TOP. To continue reading this post, click here.
TOPs
Something I get asked a lot as a TouchDesigner developer is how to make quick and easy content. A lot of times I see people overcomplicate it, and ignore the pre-built tools that are available.
Create a Stunning TouchDesigner Display Background: A Quick Project
In this tutorial we have a look at how to generate trailing instances, by definind a set of leading instances and utilizing Cache TOP with a replicator and Layout TOP.
Instance Trails without feedback
This beginner guide will not only show you the operator but some features of the operator that should be noted. This blog will glance at different operators that will spark curiosity for deeper personal exploration. To continue reading this post, click here.
Useful TouchDesigner Operators: TOPs
In this TouchDesigner tutorial we're creating funky particles using TOP instancing based on noise and feedback.
Feedback Particles
In this TouchDesigner tutorial we're using TOPs to create a grid system with which we can remap/displace any input texture in an efficient way.
Dynamic Texture Grids
Summary TMI is a tool for making basic color temperature adjustments on TOPs. It is written in GLSL. Instructions TMI features a color temperature slider (T), a magenta/green shift slider (M), and an intensity slider (I).
TMI color temperature tool
In this tutorial we explore how to use TOP instancing to create dynamic 3D sculptures. Get the file on my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/54739252