How To: Learn tone production techniques for the violin
Todd Ehle talks about tonalization, and teaches some tone production techniques in this lesson.
Todd Ehle talks about tonalization, and teaches some tone production techniques in this lesson.
Levitating has always been one of the most difficult and expensive magic tricks, usually involving a harness and rig. Thanks to the Balducci technique, it’s now one of the easiest and cheapest.
Here are 2 pins for arresting techniques in jiu itsu. One attacks the elbow the other the shoulder.
United States Womens Softball Team members discuss and illustrate how to run the bases correctly. The main techniques used are how to lead off then steal each base as the technique is different for each one, and perform the hit and run. The breakdown is great!
This excellent tutorial shows you how easy it is to make a crowd out of a few people. Using the Trapcode plug-in particular, Mike Goedecke from the design firm Belief, teaches us how to do it. Turn a small group into a mass of people.
Do you love the 1960s flair that tie-dye gives your clothes, but hate tracking pre-dyed stuff down at hippie stores? This two-part video teaches you how to make your old plain-colored clothing tie-dyed using the knot technique. Revitalize your closet using this technique without ever having to set foot in a specialty store!
This how to video will teach you how to perform the push pull technique on drums. If you want to throw a double, you can start with a single and get an accent on the double for an inverted double. Just push and grab really quick. For a double, use a controlled rebound. For the inverted double, start with a single and dig out the second stroke of the double. A french grip is useful for performing this technique. This is good for ghostings and shuffles. For shuffles, you can use a controlled re...
In this video, ceramic artist Simon Leach demonstrates and shows you two different faceting techniques, when potting. The first technique is complete shaving to add more dimension to, your ashtray or small bowl. The second is a half way shave, for a different yet fun look to your pots.
Depending on your personal technique, you might find that you are a tight crocheter, or that you often end up with looser projects. This tutorial shows you the difference between using a tight or loose technique. Here is how you can determine the gauge of your projects, as well.
Massage has been around for a very long time. It has been proved that massage can help reduce stress, improve circulation, and create a feeling of well being. 54% of doctors recommend massage therapy. 85% of all diseases are believed to be stress related. Giving massages is fun and helps build muscle strength in the legs and arms. First you want to remember fiber direction when giving a massage. Start by warming the muscles up by kneading the tissue rather than using any techniques to really ...
Let the origami expert show you how to do it the right way and create eye-popping work! This video will show you how to create an excellent snapping dinosaur that actually does a biting motion! All you need to pull this off is a square piece of paper, your hands, and a healthy dose of patience. Make sure to follow the exact indications, otherwise you might end up with the wrong origami. Have fun and enjoy creating an snapping dinosaur!
This is part of the 'How To Big Wall Book' series on rock climbing. In this segment Chris McNamara demonstrates basic jumaring technique for rock climbing overhang or low angle terrain. This technique for over hanging terrain called jumaring is to reduce arm strain and ascending walls. He then shows you how to ascend a vertical or low angle terrain. This video is shot at El Capitan in California.
An important part of surgery is knowing the various types of closures to perform. This medical how-to video demonstrates how to do a deep dermal suturing technique. The deep dermal technique is especially good for laceration repair or wound closure in the operating room. Follow along with the medical video to learn the deep dermal closure technique.
Check out this instructional beatboxing video that provides an in-depth explanation for two different lip oscillations & vibrations. These techniques really help improve your beatboxing skills. They are both done by applying a lot of pressure and vibrating your lips at high speeds. One is much quicker than the other, but the different in the oscillations make the sounds completely different. Practice your lip vibration techniques and beatbox like a pro!
Check out this instructional rowing video that demonstrates how to have proper rowing technique. This video covers the basics of the rowing stroke. Rowing for sport is an art that takes technique. Learn facts and skills for competitive rowing in this rowing video.
Swimmers and coaches either love them or hate them, but you can't avoid them. This how-to video is all about swimming with paddles. Paddles have been part of swimming for a long time and will continue to be. They're great for building strength during practice, and improving stroke technique. Learn how to improve swim strength and technique by training with paddles by watching this video swimming tutorial.
Learn soccer shooting skills with expert tips and advice on soccer skill and techniques in this free online soccer video series.
Chef Desireé shows the kids good knife technique and demonstrates several cuts with a potato. The right skills for cutting will improve the quality of the meals prepared. Watch this video cooking tutorial and learn how to use good knife technique while preparing food.
This is a detailed tutorial on how to build an expoxy clay dinosaur with the Dino Tech technique. The epoxy used here is called Magic sculpt, and can be found at http://www.sculpt.com. This sequence is a series of 25 videos, of which the 7th is missing. They detail the individual steps in the dinosaur-making process.
Paracord braiding is a popular technique used to make lanyards and ties for survival gear. There are many different techniques a braider can use - the most common are the rattlesnake knot and the square braid. This video shows you the nuances of both techniques, a few variations, and how you can decide when to use one or the other. You can also alter the appearance and tensile strength of your paracord braid by changing how tight you make your knots.
Solve a Rubik's Cube faster with F2L techniques
Are you looking to make your pottery projects more quickly and with less stress? Then this is the perfect tutorial for you. Lakeside Pottery shows you step by step how to flatten and shape a flat form pottery piece using a chattering technique.
How to instantly bond with anyone and persuade them
Learn the basics of video editing in this funny and informative clip from Vimeo's excellent Video 101 series of tutorials. This video provides a handy overview of the steps involved in editing video, including transferrring footage, organizing clips into video bins, editing using the timeline, trimming the footage & using transitions, saving frequently, and exporting videos to be viewed on various sites with various compression settings.
Learn the basics of shooting videos in this video. This funny and informative video from Vimeo's excellent Video 101 series of tutorials demonstrates the importance of things like always carrying extra batteries, holding on to the subject for at least 5 seconds, using the rule of thirds to compose the shots, and planning the shots ahead of time.
Now that you've imported your footage into Windows Live Movie Maker, you're ready to edit it. A good first step is to trim the beginning and end points of the individual clips that will go on to make up your movie. This clip from Vimeo's excellent Video 101 series of video tutorials will teach you how to do precisely that.
Ready to edit your footage in Windows Live Movie Maker? First, you'll need to move the individual clips from your camera to your computer. This installment in Vimeo's excellent Video 101 series of covers all of the basics—connecting your camera, copying the files over and, finally, importing them into your video editor of choice.
Charcloth is basically charred cloth (surprisingly enough) that doubles an an excellent tinder source for starting fires. This video will show you how to easily make charcloth out of an old t-shirt, a metal tin, and a fire. Now you'll be able to start fires much more easily at home and in the bush.
Le Freak by Chic is a popular song from the 70's and the epic bass player on the track was Bernard Edwards. The song for bass players is all about sticking in the pocket and grooving hard when it calls for it. In this excellent lesson you will learn how to play each section of the song from the intro, through the extended bridge, and more!
In this free video ukulele lesson from Jens Albrecht, you'll learn how to use a classical-style tremolo technique on the ukulele. Whether you play the ukulele or bass kazoo, if you want to improve your technique, you'll need to practice. Fortunately, the Internet is awash in high-quality video tutorials like this one, which make practicing both easy and highly enjoyable. For more information, and to get started using this tremelo technique in your own playing, take a look.
In the confectionary world the way you ice or present a cupcake is just as important as how good a cupcake tastes. Thanks to cupcake bakeries like Magnolia Bakery in NYC and Sprinkles in L.A., the age of the yummy and chicly decorated cupcake has officially been ushered in. Make your own cupcakes that much more in line with the times by watching this cupcake decorating tutorial.
Take a luxurious, lingering bath with your boy toy while smoothing and cleaning his skin with this heart-shaped melt and pour soap. Composed of pastel pinks and purples, the soap is hyper feminine and probably shouldn't be a gift to your y-chromosomed loved one, but it can be an excellent treat for the both of you during sexy time.
Are you an active or aspiring scientist? In this free educational video from National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, learn how to make a model of a comet, and why models are important to scientists. Get started on a scientific road to discovery with help from this excellent video on how to make a model of a space comet.
From Summer Kitchen, an excellent lesson on how to prepare a delicious Jamaican style jerk chicken on a grill. Experience the tangy taste of this classic dish with help from this free lesson & recipe perfect for your picnic basket or backyard BBQ table.
In this excellent informative yet entertaining video Sara from petside.com invites you to join here in the war to end flea and tick infestation. You'll learn why they love to attack your pet and how exactly to combat these pesky little parasite. So gear up for battle and make sure you end up on top and not defeated by these annoying little blood suckers.
This excellent, extensive video truly takes you step by step on how to achieve the most realistic possible eye when drawing. With instructions on proper shading, pencil placement artist Mark Criley shows you everything you need to know.
Looking for some tips on how to apply this year's vampire makeup? Look no further. In this excellent makeup tutorial, learn how to apply professional costume makeup to give yourself a realistic vampiress makeover! Perfect for fans of Twilight, Bella Swan, and Edward Cullen!
In this excellent tutorial with make-up artist Kandee Johnson, she'll teach you how to re creates Lady Gaga's after her performance make-up. This is a more subtle Lady Gaga look, a more Sophia Loren inspired classic look. This is not necessarily a day look, but a great costume look or with a few alterations an evening look.
This excellent video shows you how to achieve a gorgeous Arabic inspired look. You'll see exactly what you need and how to do this elegant clean look. A versatile look for both day and evening, it can even make a beautiful wedding look.
This excellent extensive video takes you on a journey to create an awesome fantasy inspired make up. It's perfect for a costume or if your just feeling to look a little freaky for your friends. The result will amaze you.