This Photoshop software tutorial demonstrates how to combine the refined edges of the Pen Tool and the soft transparent qualities of the Extract Tool to create monster masking effects. The results are well worth the effort. Learn how to use advanced masking techniques to make cool smoke effects coming from a monster in Photoshop.
This image editing software tutorial shows you how to create a solid curved line in Photoshop CS3. You will learn how to stroke that path and create nice curved line effects in Photoshop CS3.
This image editing software tutorial shows you how to separate layer styles in Photoshop CS3. Learn how to separate your layer styles from it's parenting layer in Photoshop!
This image editing software tutorial shows you how to create an array from a rasterized object in Photoshop CS3. An array (in design terms, not programming terms) is an object that duplicates itself around a pivot point. So learn how to work with arrays to create designs in this Photoshop video.
This image editing software tutorial shows you how to enhance brown eyes in Photoshop CS3. Learn how to take really dark, flat looking brown eyes and lighten, brighten and add depth and color to them in this Photoshop CS3 tutorial. Remember this is just to show you the process, so get creative with your adjustments to make them the way you want.
In this episode of Web Design TV Paul Wyatt tackles page layout in Dreamweaver. In this web development software tutorial we cover basic CSS layout, working with Divs to create a simple site template. This episode follows on from last week’s Dreamweaver primer on formatting text with CSS.
This web design software tutorial covers Bezier curves and animation in Flash. Paul Wyatt explains how to create Bezier curves as a motion guide, and animate a butterfly in Flash.
In this web development software tutorial Paul Wyatt reveals three fantastic Dreamweaver tips: how to edit, crop, and optimise images; create Flash text; and add Flash buttons to your next Dreamweaver project. Learn three get tops for working in Dreamweaver all in one tutorial!
In this software tutorial Paul Wyatt reveals how to get to grips with Photoshop’s automation tools. Whether you want to resize images, apply filters, or add effects, getting to grips with Actions will transform your workflow. Learn how to use actions to take care of small repetitive tasks in Photoshop.
In this image editing software tutorial we are going to show you how to easily create digital abstract smoke using both Illustrator and Photoshop. One of the best things about this technique is that it’s very customizable and you can do it pretty quickly. Watch and learn how to create smoke effects in Illustrator and Photoshop.
This 3D modeling software tutorial will show you how to snap points in Maya 8.5. There are multiple ways to snap points which will be covered. Snapping points is one of the most important things to do when vertex modeling in Maya since it allows for ultimate control. Learn how to use snapping to line up your objects to the grid, a vertex or a curve in Maya 8.5.
This 3D modeling software tutorial explains how to paint with pixels on a model in Zbrush. When you paint with pixels what you do is get variance on your surface and use that as an illustration to keep a viewers interest. Learn how to paint with pixels in Zbrush and create pattern variations in sculpture images.
This software tutorial shows you how to mirror geometry when modeling in Zbrush. This is a more non-organic method of sculpting in Zbrush but it allows you to duplicate details on both sides of an object without having to redo the details. Learn how to mirror geometry in sections using masks, and how to make sure the seams line up and keep your scuply accurate in Zbrush.
This video editing software tutorial covers using timeline and clip-based markers in the Final Cut Pro timeline. This is a very useful tutorial for Final Cut Pro newbies. Watch and learn how to use markers as a way to organize and manage navigation within Final Cut Pro.
This video editing software tutorial shows you how to export an image sequence from Final Cut Pro. This isn't usually the format people export in, but if you are planning on using the frames for animating or further editing, you may want to export your work on a per frame basis. If this is the case, watch and learn how to export an image sequence from Final Cut Pro.
In this audio editing software tutorial Connor Smith shows you how to bounce a track to disk in Logic Pro. Bouncing a track is the fastest way to get a mix down, so learn how to do it in this Logic Pro tutorial.
This audio editing software tutorial will show you how to bounce a project in Pro Tools LE. Connor Smith shows you how to select the region to bounce, choose which export options you'd like, and make the bounce from Pro Tools LE.
This audio editing software tutorial covers the basics of creating and using instrument tracks in Pro Tools LE. Watch as Connor Smith shows you how to use instrument tracks in Pro Tools.
This audio editing software tutorial will quickly show you how to setup and use effects sends in Pro Tools LE. Connor Smith will show a reverb, then a delay then the aux sends in Pro Tools.
This audio editing software tutorial will show you how to use all the different editing tools in Pro Tools. This includes the zoom, edge, selector, grabber, scrubber, and pencil tools. (Connor Smith also talks about the multiple types of zoom tools, the time compression/expansion and loop tools, and also the object and separation grabber tools). So if you aren't familiar with the editing tools available in Pro Tools, watch this tutorial and get started editing music!
In this audio editing software tutorial Connor Smith will show you how to group tracks in Logic Pro. Specifically, learn how to group drum tracks to prepare them for editing in Logic. Remember, you want to group things that are already similar so as you edit, you can edit them together.
This image editing software tutorial shows you how to create sepia toned images in the freeware GIMP. Learn four methods of applying a sepia tone inside GIMP: color balance, colorize, gradient map and solid color/color blend mode.
This image editing software tutorial shows you how to create an artsy, textured sign in page for flush mount style albums in Photoshop CS3. Learn how to use the multiply blend mode to darken the image and bring out the texture of the texture layer in Photoshop.
This software tutorial shows you how to use the pop color effect in Photoshop Express. This tool is a great way to instantly turn your photos into eye-popping images with Photoshop Express, a web application using Flex or Flash technology.
This two part software tutorial shows you how to work with the sandbox terrain tools in SketchUp 6. Take a look at how to create your own terrain in Sketchup using 4 different methods.
This SketchUp software tutorial shows you how to work with moving cameras. Learn how to animate Sketchup "cameras" along a precisely drawn path using the camera position tool. You'll also cover the uses of Layers and Scenes to help create a final animation in SketchUp 6.
In this software tutorial, Mike and Alex discuss how to use three great Sketchup plugins. Learn how to download and install a plugin or ruby script. Then try out three different SketchUp plugins: Make Faces, Simplify Contours and Drop.
This web development software tutorial shows you how to create a custom left panel for a website using XSitePro 2. The options for XSitePro 2 have changed from XSitePro 1. Now, it's easy to change the right panel, but the options to change the left panel have been hidden. Watch as Jason shows you how to rebuild the template in XSitePro 2 to allow you to modify and customize the left panel.
Check out this video tutorial on how to make a cheap multi-touch pad like in the MacBook Air. Yes, that's right... you can make your very own multitouch, finger-sensitive touch pad for your computer. This is definitely the cheap way to go to make a Multitouch Mini (MTmini), with a maximum of fifty bucks down the drain. This multitouch touchpad (or trackpad) is easy!
Here is a tutorial on using Httrack to download websites for off line viewing.Httrack is a website copier and 99% of the people on the web will use this software responsibly. This tutorial is for that 99%. Using Httrack is a great way to download a site you need to modify when the site server passwords have been lost.
This CoffeeCup Web Form Builder software tutorial shows how to create a MySQL database to be used in CoffeeCup Form Builder to build web forms. Mike Lively shows you how to do this using cPanel and the Site Ground server for hosting since it allows an unlimited number of MySQL databases. Start by creating your database in cPanel and then upload the results to CoffeeCup Form Builder.
This software tutorial shows you how to work with the water paper filter in Photoshop CS3. This is one of the sketch filters in Photoshop that will help you make your images look more like watercolors or sketches. In this tutorial you will use the water paper filter to create a spooky, dark and cloudy type effect in Photoshop CS3. This tutorial is best viewed full screen.
This software tutorial shows you how to use the threshold adjustment tool in Photoshop CS3. The gradient tool is covered as well. See how using threshold and gradient can turn a boring image into a more dramatic tonal image using Photoshop CS3.
This image editing software tutorial will show you how to pump the color back into images in Photoshop CS3. Extend your knowledge in the use of the variations tool to create a color rich image or fix faded photographs in Photoshop CS3. This tutorial is best viewed full screen.
This 3D software tutorial shows you how to integrate photographs into your 3D workflow in modo 302. There are some subtle controls for properly working with image or photographic content inside modo. This video will explain how to properly use an image as a camera projected plate in modo 302 with a result that is pin registered and pixel accurate to the original source image.
MDD files are a great way to bring in character animation or any deformation based animation from other 3D software systems. This modo 301 video reviews the basic method for import and use of MDD files. Learn how to load MDD files and apply them to a specific object in a modo 301 project.
This 3D modeling software tutorial shows you how to record macros in modo 301. Macro recording provides scripting for the rest of us! Learn how to record your actions in modo and turn complex modeling processes into simple clicks. Using macro recording when working in modo 301 will save your time and your mouse wrist!
This 3D modeling software tutorial shows one approach to breaking a picture frame created through the follow-me tool into the actual pieces that would be used to build it in Google SketchUp.
What to do when you got no ideas and are just getting frustrated with your production software? Try some of these ideas! Watch these FL Studio tips for the un-inspired Producer and learn how to break the musician's block!
This music production software tutorial is a demonstration and explanation of the usage of Dr. Rex as a melodic instrument or otherwise in FL Studio. See how to use the drum pattern maker Dr. Rex for non-pattern sounds in FL Studio.
