In this lesson Justin Sandercoe gives you a heap of tips on starting transcribing (learning songs by ear). Aimed at beginner guitar players or those who have not worked out songs by themselves before this should make it easier for you.
Jennifer demonstrates an in car video camera techniques by showing different ways to shoot video from a moving vehicle.
Mark and Andrew demonstrate how to crunch the depth of field to achieve two camera tricks. By crunching the field of view it makes the action closer than it really is. Often used when filming fight scenes or being "hit by a car" scene.
This week Brandon gives a live demonstration on recording an instrument directly into a computer's music creation software, and then create your own soundtrack for your video or film.
Brandon shows a cheap and easy way to create a fake blood special effect for your video.
Branon presents a step-by-step tutorial on creating montages in Adobe Premiere.
John talks about some techniques that are used to capture vast landscapes in a small frame.
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.
Issac shows another way to create better-looking videos using a wheelchair and a friend to create steady shots.
Issac demonstrates what a "pan" and a "tilt" are and how they can improve the quality of the shots in your videos.
Issac demonstrates a couple different outdoor lighting techniques and how "good" outdoor lighting can improve your videos.
A Krav Maga ground fighting technique for a quick release from the guard
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.
Krav Maga Sherman Oaks Human Weapon Jarret Waldman teaching a choke from behind with a thin wire or rope defense.
Ben and Paul demonstrate the important process of storyboarding as a tool to plan your film.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Matt gets jibby with it! The Shirtless Apprentice teaches you how to assemble, adjust, and use a junior jib on your next film shoot.
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.
Learn a recipe for fake vomit that you can use for puke in your films.
Keir MacDonald shows you a cheap technique for making a practical blood-splattering effect for gunshots and other special fx in your films.
Indy Mogul shows you how to create telekinesis special fx for your films with just some simple video editing software.
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.
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
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.
Indy Mogul shows you how to create samurai armor for your films for under $50.
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.
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!
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.
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.
"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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
