How To: Shoot landscapes on film
John talks about some techniques that are used to capture vast landscapes in a small frame.
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How To: Create a "natural wipe" in film
Jennifer talks about the technique known as "Natural Wipes". She gives several examples of these types of "in camera" transitions and how they can be used to create better videos.
How To: Stabilize your video filming with a wheelchair
Issac shows another way to create better-looking videos using a wheelchair and a friend to create steady shots.
How To: Use a "pan" and "tilt" when filming
Issac demonstrates what a "pan" and a "tilt" are and how they can improve the quality of the shots in your videos.
How To: Create cheap outdoor lighting for filming
Issac demonstrates a couple different outdoor lighting techniques and how "good" outdoor lighting can improve your videos.
How To: Do a Krav Maga release form the guard position
A Krav Maga ground fighting technique for a quick release from the guard
How To: Do a Krav Maga one handed defense against a gun attack
Jarret Waldman explains why Imi the founder of Krav Maga uses a single handed defense instead two in other systems for gun from the front attack.
How To: Do a Krav Maga Choke from behind with a wire defense
Krav Maga Sherman Oaks Human Weapon Jarret Waldman teaching a choke from behind with a thin wire or rope defense.
How To: Storyboard your movie on the cheap
Ben and Paul demonstrate the important process of storyboarding as a tool to plan your film.
How To: Create force jump effects for your movies
How to make Jedi force jump effects as seen in the Star Wars movies for your own films using Effects Lab and Windows Movie Maker.
How To: Make stop motion movies with clay
Claymation is an animation form by using stop motion filming. Learn the technique and how many frames or shots you need to make your movie.
How To: Play multiphonics on the sousaphone
This is a short film recorded to discuss how to do the multiphonics on a sousaphone. For more information on the circular breathing search for didgeridoo movies
How To: Use different shot types when filming
Do your videos lack emotional impact? Do you wonder about the framing options that could be use to produce a better video image? This episode of Izzy Video covers the Framing Terms for different types of shots and how to use them.
How To: Do makeup for bruises, black eyes, and missing teeth
The guys from Indy Mogul show how you to make beat up fx for your films. Learn how to make bruises, black eyes, and missing teeth to make your actors look like they've really been in a fight.
How To: Assemble and shoot with a jib
Matt gets jibby with it! The Shirtless Apprentice teaches you how to assemble, adjust, and use a junior jib on your next film shoot.
How To: Build a sports air horn
Kipkay demonstrates how to make a cheap sports air horn that you will be able to use over and over again. You need a film can, a straw, a pair of scissors, and a balloon to make the air horn.
How To: Create fake puke
Learn a recipe for fake vomit that you can use for puke in your films.
How To: Create a really cheap blood splatter effect
Keir MacDonald shows you a cheap technique for making a practical blood-splattering effect for gunshots and other special fx in your films.
How To: Create a telekinesis effect
Indy Mogul shows you how to create telekinesis special fx for your films with just some simple video editing software.
How To: Turn yourself into a werewolf for under $50
Turn yourself into a werewolf for under $50. The guys at Indy Mogul will show you how to create werewolf prosthetic makeup for your films.
How To: Create realistic movie fog
Do you want thicker, more realistic fog from your fog machine? Indy Mogul teaches you how to make realistic, creepy fog special fx for your films for under $30
How To: Make a boom pole for $15
Sometimes a shotgun mic isn't enough. The guys at Indy Mogul show you how to build your own boom pole to help capture better sound for your films.
How To: Build samurai armor
Indy Mogul shows you how to create samurai armor for your films for under $50.
How To: Export video with Apple iMovie
Rebecca Katz explains how to export your finished project for the web using Apple iMovie. The final menu will allow you to title your film and save it to a location of your choosing.
How To: Use "Depth of Field" to make your video look better
Israel Hyman is a weekend videographer headquartered in Mesa, Arizona. In this video, he demonstrates how to use “Depth of Field” to make your digital video look better. Yes, learn how to achieve "dreamy" and film-like quality on your video!
How To: Use 3 point lighting for professional studio lighting
Three point lighting can be used to achieve professional studio results. For this, you will need: a key light, a fill light, and a backlight.
How To: Change the language to English in After Effects
Have you got a copy of After Effects installed with the language set to another language? Check out this helpful video to learn how to set the language English, whatever the current language is. Maybe your film is in French, but that doesn't mean your visual effects software has to be.
How To: Create a "Tron" inspired futuristic makeup look
"Tron" is a very cinematography-heavy film. While the story itself is interesting - Sam being contacted by his father who's stuck in a game he built many years after he's disappeared from the real world - the big draw is definitely the dark, glowing bodysuits and tracks in the game.
How To: Find some of the Easter eggs on Kino der Toten in Call of Duty: Black ops
This is a fun little Easter egg you can use when you're on the Kino der toten level in Call of Duty: Black Ops. You can teleport around the level and find new film reels that you can run through the projectors.
How To: Create your own movie poster in Adobe Photoshop
For the indie film maker, Hollywood graphic artist, or anyone who just likes playing around in Adobe Photoshop, this tutorial shows you how to start with a template and use it to create your own custom movie poster. Use it to advertise anything, not just movies!
How To: Create a 300-style effect in Adobe Photoshop
Want to create a photo effect reminiscent of the film 300 in Adobe Photoshop? This clip will walk you through the process. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular raster graphics editor or a seasoned designer looking to better acquaint yourself with the new features and functions of the latest iteration of the application, you're sure to benefit from this free software tutorial. For more information, watch this video guide.
How To: Make easy fake wounds for Halloween or film
Making fake wounds is an art form, and this girl is, if not a master, at least a very accomplished journeywoman. In this video she teaches us how to create a realistic-looking fake wound using only liquid latex, facepaint, and other simple materials. The end result is creepy and gross, and will make a perfect addition to your next Halloween costume or hot date.
How To: Transfer a painting done on rice paper to silicone
This video shows you how to dry-mount a painting done on rice paper with silicone release paper. This method is to transfer the silicon adhesive film to the backing material first, then take the release paper off and mount the painting on. Artist, Henry Li gives you everything you need to know to properly mount your beautiful painting on the silicone to transfer as you please.
How To: Make your own camera dolly
If you’re into cinematography try creating your own dolly camera platform to get those seamless tracking shots. This is a fun project that will allow you to take your film to the next level, or at least get the shot you want.
How To: Shoot low-angle footage
This how-to video offers some pointers on how to take footage from a low angle. This technique captures a unique perspective neglected by traditional methods of film-making. The principle is simple, flip the camera and go. Check out this video lesson and learn how to shoot low angle footage.
How To: Make a pinhole camera
In the age of digital cameras and instant gratification, make the simplest camera ever invented using just a light proof box, a hole, and paper. Check out this Howcast video tutorial on how to make a pinhole camera.
How To: Create snow, rain and weather effects in After Effects
It doesn't matter what type of weather it is outside when you shoot your film footage. Why not? Because you have After Effects! In this After Effects tutorial you will learn how to add precipitation and raindrop effects to your footage. Make it snow, rain and more with this After Effects CS3 tutorial.
How To: Make Lego stop motion using Windows Movie Maker
This video tells you how to make a Lego stop motion animation using Windows Movie Maker. The tutorial focuses more on how to create a stop motion film with Windows Movie Maker as the tool, and assumes you have basic knowledge of how to use Movie Maker already.
How To: Use a ladder safely at work
Ladder Safety is a video tutorial designed to highlight the important safety procedures associated with ladder use on construction sites. The video uses classic B&W comedic film footage and computer graphic simulations to illustrate safe ladder techniques. Learn how to use a ladder safely while on the job or at home by watching this instructional video.
How To: Make a camera dolly
This tutorial video will teach you how to make a camera dolly that is extremely affordable. This camera dolly is great for amateur film making and other purposes.