Beauty is a fine line between art and science for Pe Lang, a Swiss sculptor living and working in both Berlin and Zurich. The autodidact artist specializes in graceful, hand-built kinetic sculptures made of magnetic, electrical and mechanical devices, all of which are elegant and completely mesmerizing. "Positioning Systems - Falling Objects" is one of his newest contraptions, which feels like a mix of home waterfall fountains, mechanical metronomes and a busy manufacturing plant.
Why does the world work the way it does? Linda Dong takes basic scientific principles and translates them into beautifully simple, explanatory images.
Unbeknownst to the general public, picking a lock can be a very easy process once you get the hang of it (yes, surprising AND frightening). A vibrating lock pick set takes the general ease of picking even further by speeding up the process. Now, with the help of Invent Geek, you can make your own DIY Vibrating lock pick for about a tenth of the price of a manufactured kit.
In 1782, an English plumber named William Watts came up with a clever method for making shotgun ammo. Watts constructed a six story "shot tower", consisting of a series of perfectly lined up holes, drilled into all six floors of the structure. Watts then poured molten lead through a sieve from the top story, through the holes of each floor, finally landing on the bottom floor in a pool of water. The cushioned impact resulted in a perfectly formed bullet.
Though it's unlikely you'll ever have a need for hostage survival skills, it never hurts to take in a few tips on what to do in the event of being accosted by Somali pirates off the Horn of Africa. Wired has tracked down a HowTo guide that addresses such a scenario. Though most of the advice is fairly general, one important point addresses the dangers of lighting up with the enemy:
Gottlieb Daimler's "Revolutionary Riding Car" of 1885 doesn't look like a car (in truth, it would be more analogous to what we recognize today as a motorcycle), but it did mark the very first inkling of the automobile age.
Nail art can be done by anybody. You don't need to be a professional manicurist to stylize your fingernails. You just need some creativity and a little personal flair. A specialist at Sally Hansen gives you expert video advice on how to do your own nail art, right at home.
This video will give some eyeshadow application techniques for mature eyes, or for people who are over the age of 30. The main thing for this type of eye type is that bright, artificial colors will not work as well on mature eyes and there should be a preference for more natural colors. A shimmer eyeshadow should be applied only on the eyelid onto the crease and mattes may be applied all the way up to the brow line. There are various tips which are given in this video will enable people with ...
This unknown video blogger provides a nice explanation on how to apply eyeshadow on eyes with a longer hood. She starts off by packing on a lighter purple all over the lid, and then using a darker color on the actual hood. After the purple, she uses a dark brown eyeshadow on the outside of the crease. She uses circle motions to smoke out the brown color. Then, she applies a lighter cream color to blend out the brown color. She finishes the look with eyeliner and mascara. This is a great tutor...
Chemical engineers at Cornell have created a small device that may one day turn troops into real life spider-men. The device would cradle in the palm of the hand, allowing troops to scale walls. It uses an adhesive inspired by the Floridian leaf beetle, an insect that "can adhere to leaves with power 100 times stronger than its own body weight".
Julie713 explains a tutorial using makeup from Heartbreaker Cosmetics and she uses colors like Jaded,Tantalize and Sweetheart.
Want to get a lengthier look for your lashes? In this how-to video hosted by makeup artist, TiffanyD, learn all about how to apply false eyelashes. In this tutorial, Tiffany uses MAC #35 lashes and she is using Duo adhesive glue to securely apply them to her lids.
This video demonstrates how to create and apply PowerPoint templates. From the people who brought you the Dummies instructional book series, brings you the same non-intimidating guides in video form. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to create and apply PowerPoint templates, For Dummies.
Sanding sealers, also called first-coat sealers by some manufacturers, are recommended when refinishing furniture. Although using a sanding sealer is a good step to take regardless of the type of stain you are using, it is especially necessary when using water-based stains. Apply the sanding sealer after you have bleached your furniture, but before you have applied the stain. Sanding sealers provide an important barrier to keep the wood pitch and stain from bleeding into the water-based topco...
After applying your foundation and eye make up, lipstick can add the final touch to your look. You can also use lip liner to define the shape of your lips, and lip gloss to give you a shiny finish. This makeup tutorial video will show you how to apply lipstick, lip liner, and lip gloss Apply lipstick and lip gloss.
The seated hammer curl using resistance bands is used to target primarily the biceps, however because the wrist remains perpendicular to the ground rather than parallel, the forearm also gets a workout.
The use of heavy duty resistance bands (also referred to as "Powerlifting Bands") as a strength training aid has become increasingly popular over recent years. The bands are used for accommodating resistance; a technique that involves creating maximal tension throughout a full range of motion.
The use of heavy duty resistance bands (also referred to as "Powerlifting Bands") as a strength training aid has become increasingly popular over recent years. The bands are used for accommodating resistance; a technique that involves creating maximal tension throughout a full range of motion.
The use of chains as a strength training aid has become increasingly popular over recent years. Chains are used for accommodating resistance; a technique that involves creating maximal tension throughout a full range of motion.
If you're like most people, you probably wish you had more space in your home. With a few clever organizing hacks, you can free up more space in your living space and feel more in control of where and how you store your possessions.
Gliding + falconry = parahawking, a unique and exhilarating experience. Birds (vultures, eagles, hawks) are trained to "guide" a paraglider
You don't need a special occasion like Halloween to revel in the glamour of Dita Von Teese's coveted iconic look. This how-to video from her personal makeup artist, Greg Arlt from MAC, shows how to master Dita's look. Watch this video makeup lesson and learn how to create the classic pin-up girl style favored by the like of Dita Von Teese. Apply a Dita Von Teese makeup look.
Prefer a clear, hand-rubbed, "antique" finish to the shiny or satin sheen of varnishes? Then you will want to use a tung oil-based topcoat applied over an oil-based stain when you are staining or refinishing your special piece of furniture.
Restoring wood furniture takes time and patience, but the results of your labor can be enjoyed for years, even generations. The restoration process usually involves stripping off old finishes, bleaching, staining and then varnishing. Two-Part Hydrogen Peroxide is a strong bleach that will lighten wood and remove previously applied finish stain, providing you with a fresh new surface to refinish.
All the dentil molding is on and now it's time to add another layer. Tommy shows how the applied dentil molding looks and how the soffit and quarter round fit over it. He then attaches them to the case. Tommy cleans up the dentil molding with a chisel so it is flush with the quarter round. After gluing the final corner in place, the first part of the crown is done and Tommy can enjoy a victory cigar.
This informative video will show you how you can master the techniques of applying wonderfully gorgeous day makeup to a Hispanic skin tone. Apply gorgeous Hispanic basic day makeup.
How to Use Bondo - Slingin' Mud. Enjoy this full length video from Hotrod Magazine.
Photographer Chris Alvanas demonstrates three ways to apply digital makeup to your subjects in Photoshop CS3. Apply digital makeup in Photoshop CS3.
Learn how to properly apply blush to your cheeks with Laura Leon. Properly apply blush for teens.
This eye shadow master class, presented by make-up artist Lisa Glassock, gives you a guide to applying eye shadow to define and enhance your eyes. Apply eye shadow to define and enhance your eyes.
This video shows you how to create and apply keywords to images in Bridge. You learn how to add a new category of keywords, and how to use the Filter panel to sort and view images by the keywords you've created! Apply keywords to images in Bridge CS3.
Make-up artist Claire De-Graft shows how to choose and apply foundation to dark skin. All you need is a large make-up brush, liquid foundation, facial wipe and cleanser, toner, and facial powder. Apply liquid foundation to dark skin tones.
Use this method for natural looking eyes and once you have mastered it, you can apply it to any color you like. Requires base, three shades of eyeshadow, a brush, and mascara. Apply three shades of eyeshadow.
Make sure your make-up lasts all day! Choosing and applying the right base powder will give your face a flawless finish. Apply translucent powder.
Male instructor shows how to apply mulch to your garden to help kill weeds in your garden. Video stresses being in good condition when mulching because it is quite an active task. Apply mulch to your garden bed.
Makeup artist Janeen Loria, shows you how to apply foundation and touch up your eye brows. These techniques work for when you are in a hurry to get to your party yet still want to look like a glamorous star. Apply foundation and touch up the eyebrows.
You don't need a special occasion like Halloween to revel in the retro glamour of Twiggy's coveted iconic look. This how-to video from makeup artist, Greg Arlt from MAC, shows how to master this mod look look. Watch this video makeup lesson and learn how to create this 60s Twiggy style makeup look. Apply a retro 60s Twiggy mod makeup look.
The purpose of exterior caulking is to apply a bead of flexible sealant to fill or cover cracks, seams and gaps where drafts or moisture might get into your house or conversely, where heated or air-conditioned air might leak out. Caulking helps keep your house weather-tight, lowers heating and cooling bills, and prevents damage to structural members. It can also help keep insects and other “critters” out of your house. When you caulk before painting, it eliminates edges where the paint may st...
Stu Maschwitz, creator of Magic Bullet and veteran visual effects artist, demonstrates the tools within the finishing app Magic Bullet Looks within After Effects. Watch and learn how to build a look from scratch or apply a look from a library of presets available withing Magic Bullet and then apply the look to your footage in After Effects. Use the Magic Bullet Looks plugin in After Effects.
It's just moustache wax! You need three waxes to get the look. Apply moustache wax.
