In this tutorial, we learn how to get high definition settings in Camtasia Studio. First, open up Camtasia Studio and your movie. After this, click to open up the link and go through the wizard. Instead of clicking on the pre-set mode, you will be able to choose the file format, which can be high definition. You can also change the name and add in a description. Then, click next and go through the QuickTime options. Go to the settings and change the frame rate to 30 and the quality to best in...
The Western film, once the end all be all of great American filmmaking, is now rare to behold at all at the movie theaters. Whereas in the old days directors made the films about true American gung-ho spirit and handsome, stoic John Wayne cowboys championing the greater good, these days the genre gets ruined by CGI and other absurd additions.
This Halloween, forget store-bought prosthetics and expensive makeup artists. If you're looking for that creepy undead look, nasty nails are easily made at home. This video will show you how to make some horrific and ghastly fingernails for your zombie, vampire or other creature costume. The key to these Halloween nails are clear plastic report / presentation covers that you can get from any office supply store.
Google is a powerful search engine, but if you don't know all of the tricks to searching, you're not getting the best results possible. This video demonstrates all of the quick tricks to maximize your Google Search experience.
Disney starlet Selena Gomez was once called "the next Miley Cyrus," but over the past year or two she's really stepped out on her own as a bonafide movie star and pop singer. With recent hits like "Naturally" and "Round and Round" to add to her long list of accomplishments, the actress is setting the curve for a new era of stars.
If you're a fan of the Tomb Raider video games (and movies), then try playing as Lara Croft in this downloadable game from the PlayStation Network or Xbox Live Arcade. It's called Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, and this Mahalo walkthrough will show you the gameplay from the "Forgotten Gate" mission. Check out the other walkthroughs for Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light.
"The Exorcist" is hands-down the scariest movie we've ever seen. Of course, watching it alone one evening by ourselves when we were six probably didn't help. But this old horror flick was classic, spine-tingling terror: No hokey special effects that we have today, no CG, just plain horror.
If you love Adobe Illustrator and are looking for an interesting and creative way really to bring the life out of your pictures, this video has an interesting twist. If you remember the movie, "A Scanner Darkly" and the art style that they used, it was quite impressive and unique and called rotoscoping. In this video Karl Gude goes into great lengths showing you his method of tracing the picture and then adding the right colors all the way to the finished product.
In this video, we learn how to do dance moves from the movie, "Fame". Start out with doing eight chugs forward with the feet apart. The hands should be at the side going in and out as you do the chugs. Next, you will keep your feet out and step right to left for eight counts as your arms are in the air to the side and you are doing shoulder rolls to the side twice. Once you have put these all together, do them in two different eight counts with the first and second counts. Once you have these...
The Queen of Hearts would simply fawn over this pair of "Alice and Wonderland" inspired earrings, especially since a pair of red heart pendants is the focus. Pretty and uber feminine without being over the top, you can flaunt these earrings at any occasion, from school to a midafternoon tea party with the Hatter.
This video tutorial is in the software category where you will learn how to put a YouTube video into a PowerPoint presentation. First you go to the YouTube video that you want to put in your presentation and copy the URL in the address box. Then you go to one of the file conversion websites like Media Converter, paste the URL in the box and click 'next'. Then select the type of file you want it to convert to, for example, mpg, and click 'next'. Once it is converted, download it. To embed it, ...
In this tutorial, we learn how to compress files on a Mac using Simply RAR v1.09. First, go to this website and download this software from http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/21430. Now, drag and drop this into your application and open it up. now, make a new folder where you want and name it anything you want. Next, drag and drop your movie into the SimplyRAR software, then choose a compression method. After this, choose the options you want that are on the lower right hand corner. Next, c...
Angelina Jolie's action flick "SALT" has been steamrolled at the box office by Christopher Nolan's dream world thriller "Inception," but the picture has many merits that make it deserving of your hard-earned money the next time you hit the movie theater.
In this tutorial, we learn how to use BitTorrent and burn a DVD on a Mac. First, download uTorrent from uTorrent. After this, go to The Pirate Bay and search for what you want to download. After you find something you want, download it through uTorrent and then double click on it to view it. If you want to burn this to a CD, go to the website Burn OS X and download this software. Now, you will be able to open up your download through the burn tool so you can watch the movie whenever you want....
DVD fab 6 has more features than previous version. DVD to DVD processes include full copy, DVD 9 to DVD 5, split, customize split, clone, merge. DVD to mobile converts DVD to mobile format i.e. iPod/iPhone. Uses above options. File to mobile takes PC files to mobile format i.e. iPod/iPhone.
In this tutorial, we learn how to say words and phrases related to dating in Polish. "Czy umowisz sie ze mna" means "would you like to go out with me". So, if you want to ask someone out on a date, that is how you would do it! "Czy chcesz pojechac do kina" means "would you like to go to the movies". To say, "I like you very much", you will say "bardzo cie lubie". To tell a woman that she is beautiful, you would say "jestes piekna". Finally, to ask someone if you can kiss them, say "czy moge c...
In this tutorial, we learn how to set up and light an inexpensive green screen. First, use the backdrop with anything that is a lime green color. You can use anything from a green colored wall to a green blanket. Put one light on both sides of the screen, then place blue color over the lights. Place the camera in front of the green screen and look at the lighting to make sure the lighting is right in the area. When you are ready, use software to change the background to different places. When...
In this tutorial, we learn how to use uTorrent and torrent file. First, to download uTorrent, go to the website and download the software. After you install this, change any settings you want to change, then choose where you want your downloads to go. When you click on the search button, you will be able to search for different movies, music, games, and more. After you download, the file will start to download. When finished, the file will start to seed, which basically means you are sharing ...
Want to make a video clip appear as though it's being displayed by an old CRT television set? With Sony Vegas Movie Studio or Sony Vegas Pro, it's an easy thing to do. Whether you're completely new to Sony's popular nonlinear editor (NLE) or are a seasoned digital video professional simply looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this free video software tutorial. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
Want to export a movie from Sony Vegas Pro to YouTube while preserving its quality? This clip will teach you what you'll need to know. Whether you're completely new to Sony's popular nonlinear editor (NLE) or are a seasoned digital video professional simply looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this free video software tutorial. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
In this tutorial, we learn how to stream web content to your PS3. If you want to do this for free, you will go to PS3 Media Server. Once on this site, you will download their player, then you will be able to stream content from your computer straight to your PS3. This will give you real time audio and direct streaming of movies. You can do this one other way, which will cost you $49.99, the website you will visit is PlayOn. When you download this, you will be able to stream advanced content t...
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to add video transitions to a video in Pinnacle Studio. This task is very easy, simple and fast to do. Begin by imputing the video clips into the time-line. Then click on the Transitions tab and select a transition. Once selected, simply drag the transition in between two video clips. There are many transitions to select from. Users are able to preview each transition by clicking on it and pressing the Play button. This video will benefit those viewer...
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a prop light saber. you will need rubber o rings, a metal pipe, a dow rod, and attachments to combine the rods together. First, grab the metal pipe and dow rod, and place the rod inside of the pipe. After this, use an attachment to combine the two together. Next, cover one end with duct tape. Now attach two endings onto the rod and place a longer dow rod covered with duct tape onto the rods. When finished, use the o rings to keep the blade in place and y...
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to copy DVD9 movies to DVD5 on a Mac computer. Users will need to download the DVD Copy Pro program from the link provided in the video description. Once downloaded and installed open the program and insert the DVD into the computer drive. Then check "D9 to D5 compression" and select .DVD media under Output Options. When finished, click on Start and wait for the program to finish copying. This video will benefit those viewers who use a Mac computer, a...
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make a sawed0off shotgun. The materials required for this project are: hot glue gun, duct tape, cardboard, utility knife, black marker, spray paint and 2 paper towel rolls. Begin by tracing a shotgun outline onto the cardboard. Make 6 layers and glue all the layers together. Then smooth the edges with sandpaper and tape the outside with some duct tape. Now tape the 2 paper towel rolls together and tape it on top of the shotgun. Finish by painting t...
V, the masked and rather offbeat/tortured hero from the movie "V For Vendetta," had a strange obsession with a particular letter of the alphabet, embellishing all his clothing and gear with a great big letter "V."
In this video, I match move a 3D virtual object on top of a movie which is set as the background image. This tutorial will show you how to integrate your CG objects into a real-world video. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular 3D modeling program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this free video tutorial. For more information, including detailed instructions, take a look!
There is no such thing as a sucking chest wound. All chest wounds suck. Except perhaps for fake ones, which are essential to making a really gritty, gory film in most cases. This video features detailed instructions on how to make a fake chest wound out of latex and other special effects materials. Since it is a prosthesis, it can even be reused! It is a little complicated, but the end result looks great, so try this out in your next movie!
The sword is a very oft-depicted item in video games and CGI-heavy movies, so making them in 3D is an important skill to have if you want to become a 3D artist. This video tutorial walks you through the process of modeling a basic sword using the 3D graphics suite Metasequoia. It moves pretty fast, but is also basic, so you should be able to follow along. You 3D models will be hacking and slashing in no time!
The only thing women have requested more than Carrie Bradshaw/Sarah Jessica Parker's wardrobe (and AH-mazing closet) is her lush, plump curls. The barrel-curled hairstyle is a look she's worn since day of of "Sex and the City," and it's lived on as an iconic style almost as popular as her character (and with as great a following).
It's one of the most iconic horror movie villians of all time. He has killed many people throughout time and people automatically think of him when they hear the theme music. His name is Michael Myers and he's coming to a piece of paper near you! In this tutorial, you'll find out how to draw MM from Halloween. So good luck and always watch your back! Enjoy!
Tim Burton has some of the most amazing makeup in his movies and now you can learn how to recreate some of it on your own. In this tutorial, you will get tips on how to create a look inspired by Alice in Wonderland's Chesire Cat. The mysterious cat lends itself perfectly to this glamourous makeup design. So, whether you are going to a costume party or just a rockin' club night out, this may be the look for you! Give it a try and have fun with it!
Since the introduction of photoshop, some have argued that the software has led to great strides in perfecting images while others say it gets in the way of natural beauty. Some say touch ups are nothing more than cheap ways to make someone look completely different from what they originally look like in real life. Many well known magazines, movie studios and other froms of media, use photoshop to make some quick touch ups. This video is one of those types and shows you how to airbrush photos...
If you are interested in listening to music on your PSP but do not have the time to transfer all of your files from your PC, have a look at this video.
If you are looking to get your point across even better, why not add video to your Powerpoint presentation?
This video shows you how to copy a DVD to a Mac using a free application called Handbrake. Open the Handbrake window, select the DVD you want to copy from where it's listed on the side, and click open to start scanning. After the scanning is done, a window will come up where you can choose which file on the DVD you want to copy. If you're copying a movie, it's usually the largest file. Choose what type of file you want to convert it to, and it will start copying. If the DVD is encrypted, you ...
You can make a screensaver with a MPG you get from the web and use "CamStudio" as one idea. You can use Infanview40, and install it the way you want it to open mpegs and add plug-ins that you get from the homepage.Open Infanview40, right click your .exe file to install in the program. Click "open" and Slide Show on INF.,scroll down to MPG that you want to add for your screensaver. Now the MPG is in the INFanview program,add to the screensaver.Click on "Play in full screen mode. Current Monito...
In this Huskermania video, it is demonstrated how the IPAD can play movies, tv shows or any type of video from online, directly on to your television or any monitor. What's needed is the VGA adaptor from IPAD. All you simply do is tap your IPAD screen on your "Videos" folder or perhaps tapping a link to a video storage site like Youtube. Then tap the screen for the specific video you want to play. And when it loads and plays on your IPAD, it will play on your television and monitor too! The p...
In this Software video tutorial you will learn how to make DVDs from AVI files with Windows DVD Maker. You will need a codec for this, which can be found at www.divx.com. Download the free version. While installing, when the prompt for component selection comes up, keep only ‘divx codec’ checked and uncheck the other components and install the codec. Now insert a DVD in to the drive and open up windows DVD maker. Select the movie you want to record, give a title and click next. Select the...
Brad Garland guides us through the process of sharing our media files so that they can be stored on a single computer in our home, and played on any computer that is connected to this computer with iTunes 9. Using this technique, he and his wife can not only play the music that's stored on the central computer via their laptops, but also copy the desired music and videos over to their laptops much like they would for an iPod. Brad explains that he does not include Podcasts in this process, be...
