There is no better way to learn than to read, watch and practice. If you are not too familiar with Action Script 3.0 or not familiar at all, take some time and go through tutorials. In this particular video tutorial, you will be utilizing several features including the new 3D tools, motion tweening engine and Action Script 3.0 to design an animated business card.

As with many things, there is not one set way to animate objects with Adobe Flash CS4. The style is completely up to you. Even though this tutorial is designed for the intermediate user, beginners should be able to understand and replicate.

The video is a bit long, but well worth the time spent for those willing to try something different in Flash CS4. It will take you through the various steps to demonstrate the process for a semi-interactive 3D flipping animation business card.

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(thumbnail image by Pete Prodoehl)