In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Optimus Prime, leader of the Transformers. First, draw the outline of Optimus Prime, use basic lines and circles to show where the joints are going to go. After this, draw the full outline around the character, using a dark line to make it look 3D. Then, draw in the rest of the details for the character, giving him a look like a machine or a bunch of metal. Next, you will start to shade in the different parts and add colors that were used in the movie. W...
This video takes us through the procedure of creating a transform effect in Illustrator. First, choose a rectangular box and fill color in it. Input some text inside the box. The font and the color of the text can also be changed. Then position the text properly. Make a group of the shape and text. Now go to effect and choose transform. Transform is a very powerful effect which lets us create duplicates. Now select the number of copies, for example, one copy. Select preview. Now set the point...
This simple video tutorial teaches you how to create an animation of basic shapes transforming from one shape to another when using Flash.
Learn tipa and techniques to performing a transform scratch.
If you're a little boy (or a little kid at heart), then Transformers are like the coolest thing ever. They're super hot cars, trucks or bikes that then transform into super hot robots with missles and impenetrable armor and all that jazz. Make your son's favorite transforming robots a reality by dressing him up as a Transformer this Halloween.
This image editing software tutorial gives a quick look at the transform functions in Photoshop CS3. This tutorial is for brand new Photoshop users who aren't familiar at all with the workspace. The tutorial covers the tools under the edit menu including flip, rotate, and other transform tools and commands.
In this clip, we learn how to transform layers in After Effects CS5. Whether you're entirely new to Adobe's popular motion graphics and compositing software or a seasoned video professional, new to AE CS5, or just looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this free video guide.
Many transformations can be applied to a layer in Photoshop. This three part tutorial covers them starting with scale. Part two works with a few of the other transformation menu items. Select a layer - Choose Edit > Transform > and select a sub menu item. Part three covers the uses of Free Transform. Layer flipping and a very cool shortcut to rotate a layer with the Measure tool.
In this tutorial, learn how to take a photo of an ordinary human and make it look like they live on Pandora. Turn yourself into a Na'vi warrior in no time at all by following the instructions in this two-part clip. Cool!
TOUCHPAD HACK - This video tutorial shows how to transform a touchpad into a useful mini graphics tablet with some simple, everyday items. You will need a 1.5V battery, a small ball bearing, and a Philips head screwdriver. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to transform a touch pad into a miniature graphics tablet.
Fold your own eight pointed transforming ninja star! This is a modular origami model, where you will join eight identical modular pieces together to form the star. You can even make this out of Post-It notes, or any square paper!
Called a "crazy paper thing" by the owner, the description is perhaps a little too vague to describe the sheer genius of this transforming paper module of cubes.
Learn how to work with the Transform Jack tool in Nuke 5. Whether you're new to the Foundry's popular node-based compositing application or a seasoned post-production professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Nuke 5's new features, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, including a detailed overview, watch this free video guide.
This is an amazing magic trick that can only be done with a new deck of cards. Watch the video to learn.
This is a tutorial video from Sessions Online Schools of Art & Design's "Photoshop Basics" course. This video is part of Sessions' Graphic, Web, Multimedia Arts, Digital Arts, and Marketing Design certificate programs. You are distorting layers using the transform tool. Use the line tool to check the work. GO Edit: Transform - Distort.
In this trick, the spectator chooses a card and returns it to the deck. The magician then transforms the bottom card of the deck into the chosen card. Watch this video magic tutorial and learn how to transform one card into another as a card trick.
Got a pair of old blue jeans that fit you like a glove but you recently spilled a can of paint all over the bottom and now it just makes you look like a contractor every time you wear it? Don't toss your jeans out!
An all-white tabletop is timelessly elegant, but sometimes the safe choice becomes the dull one. If you want to entertain with style, why not consider adding some fun color to your table decor?
Creating sketches from scratch can be a difficult task, especially those who have no idea of what they are doing. Luckily for them, there's Photoshop. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to transform a photo into a sketch. It's fairly simple to do and will impress any of your friends and family. Good luck and enjoy!
Need a place to rest your head on the go? Just check out this quick vid to find out how to transform your hoodie into a porta-pillow. Seems like it'd be great for late night bus rides!
It's not difficult to transform a hoodie into a quick little backpack, you just gotta think outside the (sweater) box! Follow the steps in this video and you'll be on your way in no time!
Hooray for resourcefulness! You don't need a fancy expensive trendy baby sling to carry your little one around. Learn how to transform your favorite hoodie into a baby carrier with this little video.
Watch this tutorial to learn how to transform a toilet roll to the sling toy. You'll need a toilet paper roll, tape, scissors and a balloon. You can shoot anything out of this simple gun.
This unbelievable paper craft toy is made of triangles and tape. Unlike origami, it has hinges and can transform to form many different 3D objects.
Since "The Dark Knight" is basically the biggest movie of all time, and with Heath Ledger's unfortunate death, the Joker is going to be a pretty hot Halloween costume this year, and for years to come. Fortunately, the Joker's makeup can be pretty easily recreated at home.
Transform your handmade greetings with stunning stitched foam shapes. Corinne Bradd shows Kristy Clark how easy it is to jazz-up a simple design using bold shades and metallic thread, for a modern look.
Compositing and color correction are important and integral steps in processing a 3D render after it is generated in Cinema 4D, 3D Studio Max or any other 3D package. Compositing transforms simple renders and provides them with life, vibrancy and atmosphere. In this demonstration, Greyscale Gorilla breaks down a 5 second project from Rich Hinchcliffe and demonstrates how Rich uses Adobe After Effects, color correction, blurs, ReelSmart Motion BLur, Frischluft Lens Care and Lens Flares to tran...
In this video, we learn how to transform into a seductive vampire for Halloween. First, apply pale foundation to the face until you have flawless coverage. After this, apply loose powder to set your foundation. Apply brown eyeshadow to the sides of the nose, then blend them out to make it look natural. Then, highlight the bridge of the nose and fill in the eyebrows. Now, apply a rust colored eyeshadow to the lids and on the lower lash lines. Apply a dark brown after this, blending together in...
In this tutorial, we learn how to transform into Sailor Moon for Halloween. First, apply matte makeup onto the entire face, and white eyeliner on the bottom of the eye. When finished, place hair back into pins and apply Sailor Moon wig onto your head. Next, use liquid black eyeliner to draw a dramatic line from the crease of your eye line to the outer edge on the face. Next, draw a thin line underneath the white eyeliner on the bottom of the eye, drawing small lashes onto the bottom of the ey...
Due to the dour economy, sometimes it's best to conserve one's resources for more vital expenditures like, oh, we don't know, food, rather than blow it on new shirts from Urban Outfitters and that pair of boot cut J Brand jeans you've been eyeing.
As powerful as Photoshop is, there is little about the program that is obvious. Case in point: How do you rotate a layer? Right-click on it and select Rotate? Choose Rotate from the Layer menu? Click on the Rotate tool? The answer is no, no, and no. Fortunately, there's the Free Transform command, which rotates the active layer and much, much more. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular raster graphics editing software or a seasoned professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with th...
If you're anything like us, you hated your name for a good three or four years during your childhood, occuring probably not so surprisingly around our awkward puberty years. Whether you like your name or not, putting it in graffiti - transforming it into art, if you will - puts a whole new spin on things.
T-shirts are practical and unfailingly comfortable, but not particularly known for looking either sexy or fashionable (they're more, shall we say, frumpy, than anything else). But did you know that within the ugly duckling that is your blank gray T-shirt is a beautiful swan of a tank top just waiting to get out?
Are you looking for some fresh ideas to decorate your table for Christmas or any other special occasion? Then watching this video might give you some new and creative ideas to transform your table. The Flowergod shows you how to design a beautiful and innovative candle centerpiece for your table. He uses pine needles, cedar, pine cones and roses to create a decorative style. The candle is placed above a container to keep the wicks dry and the greens are placed in the container with some water...
This tutorial will show you how to create a cool image animation using mask in Flash. First lets import image file and now lets create a new layer. Choose oval tools and now lets draw a shape just outside our scene. Then go to frame 30, and add the key frame and select transform tool. Now lets re-size our shape and go to 50 frame and add the key frame. Then go to frame 80 and add the key frame, re-size our shape and use free transform tools. Now lets create shaped in frame over 30, 50,and 80 ...
Transforming your school uniform to express your individuality can be done very easily with a creative mind. One thing you can do to dress up a pair of pants and a plain tee is to wear different scarfs and belts. Feel free to mix and match. You can even try them with a cute vest or a jacket. Another way that you can mix things up is to change your shoes; you can get a variety of interesting colors or patterns. Also, changing your totes to something cute and different can make you stand out.
If you're a fan of Priscilla Queen of the Desert, this video's for you. Sydney is the Drag Queen capital of Australia. We wanted to find out if any dude (now matter how masculine) could be transformed into a convincing Drag Queen. So we brought hairy alpha male Mitch, out from the desert, to Surrey Hills to meet one of Sydney's most famous Drag Queens; and learn how to be one in just 3 steps...
See how to make some cool gift / party favor bags for any occasion. They are made with envelopes. You can make them from nearly any size and type. The ones in the video are made with some surplus greeting card envelopes. Sometimes you can purchase "leftovers" from an office supply or drug store (any store that sells greeting cards). "Left-overs" mean that the cards get damaged or lost but the envelope is left. Just ask the manager if you can purchase them.
Create crazy looking images by 'unzipping' a person or object using Adobe Illustrator to create the zipper and then adding it to an image in Adobe Photoshop. Your tools in Illustrator will be the basic shape tool, the brush pallet, and a transform filter. In Photoshop you'll need to use the select, puppet warp, and paintbrush tools.
There's no doubt about it: Uhura from "Star Trek" is one hot, fiery femme fatale. Played by Zoe Saldana in the movie version, she's an intelligent babe who sticks with flattering but minimal makeup and form-fitting dresses.
