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How To: Create an overprocessed effect in Photoshop

This step-by-step instructional video shows how Photoshop can be used to purposely over-process a photo and give it a more gritty effect. First, a High Pass filter is applied to give the photo a gray buzz. Next, hard light blend layers are applied to give the photo more contrast. A few approaches for applying noise filters are described next. Finally, de-saturation is applied to produce an amazing finished product. A must-see video for anybody looking to add a fantastic grunge effect to a photo!

How To: Make caramel sauce

In this video, Alton Brown demonstrates how to make a delicious caramel sauce. First heat up sugar, light corn syrup, cream of tartar, and water in a large cooking pan. Then turn the stove on to high heat and be sure to use a silicon spoon. Check the heat of the mixture to ensure you know when to turn the stove down and to add the cream. After the sauce is finished you will see how to store the sauce for a good month worth of enjoyment.

How To: Fold an origami angelfish

Ana Maria, an origami artist, shows you how to make an origami angelfish. Her video explains in step-by-step detail how to make one of these cute paper folded creatures. By viewing her high-resolution video you can create an angelfish in less than 5 minutes. The video is by Hawk vs. Pigeon company, which specializes in video production. Their videos are always crisp, so demonstration videos are easy to follow. Make your origami angelfish today.

How To: Make a coconut chicken soup

This video shows the viewer how to make Thai Coconut Chicken Soup. The ingredients are: chicken breast, sliced mushroom, onion, coconut milk, water, lime juice, cilantro, and Tom ka paste. Tom Ka is ginger root and the Tom ka paste is a mixture of ginger root and lemon grass. First dice an onion, then slice the mushrooms, and cut the chicken into 1/4 in slices. Put water into a pan over high heat, add Tom ka paste, then add the coconut milk and simmer for five minutes. Add the chicken, mushro...

How To: Make Filipino ginisang ampalaya (sauteed bittermelon)

Panlasangpinoy gives a tutorial on a nutritious Filipino vegetable recipe Ginisang Ampalaya (Sautéed Bitter Melon). Bitter melon is said to have high iron content and have antidiabetic property also. First cut two ampalaya into thin slices and add salt and luke warm water, then leave for 5 minutes. After that, put it into a cheese cloth and squeeze to remove water. Add cooking oil to the heated pan then add 1 tbsp minced garlic and sauté until it gets golden brown. Add one large onion, one la...

How To: Build a barrel rocket stove

A rocket stove is a "rocket" combustion approach to preparing meals, which provides high combustion efficiency and efficient heat transfer to the cooking pot. Research suggests (through practical experience) that by using a rocket stove, you could save at least 50% of fuelwood, which is a significant savings for anyone's financial situation.

How To: Create sexy diffused smoky smoldering eyes

Want to learn how to get that high fashion kind of smoky eye you see on the fashion runways? Smashbox Studios has a new name for it and it's called the "Smoldering Eye". The smoldering eye is a more diffused version of the smoky eye, with less definition. In this video, learn step-by-step, how to get that beautiful, sultry look with a little help from our friends called: the professionals.

How To: Build a fake cardboard security camera

Home security is as important as having a job. You have to protect your family and your valuables. If you can't afford a high tech security system, then maybe a fake security camera will do the trick. This security camera dud is also a cheap alternative for a film prop. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to build a fake cardboard security camera.

How To: Match move using the Stabilize Node in Shake 4.1

These Apple Shake 4.1 tutorials shows you the basics how to use the Stabilize Node in Shake 4.1 for match moving. Apple Shake 4.1 is a high-end compositing and visual effects package, which can help you make your graphics look as professional as possible. This tutorial also shows you how to use Shake 4.1's color correction to make the image blend. For more advice on using Apple Shake 4.1, search for Shake 4.1 on WonderHowTo.