How To: Coordinate the left and right hand on the accordion
One of the basics of accordion playing and left and right brain splitting, this tutorial demonstrates how to coordinate your left and right hand when playing the accordion.
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How To: Tie single Genoese knot bars
This video describes the technique used to tie a single Genoese bar knot. The presenter shows what the completed knot looks like, and then shows the technique used to tie the knot. The process for tying this knot is similar to braiding as the ends of the string are looped around and through the previous section. Each segment must be pulled very tight or the knot will fail to reach the correct shape. The hitches continue until the desired length of the knot is reached at which point the excess...
How To: Create a metallic black & white portrait in Photoshop
This video tutorial explains how to use Adobe Photoshop in order to create a unique metallic black and white effect. This simple technique (accessible to both newbies and experts) allows one to easily make photographs appear metallic. This technique requires minimal prior knowledge, walking viewers through the steps, from the application of filters (such as high pass) to the introduction of a black & white gradient. Finally, a subtle sepia tone completes the effect. This technique is useful f...
How To: Do the "stack and tilt" golf swing technique
Need some help improving your golf game? Ever hear of stack and tilt? Want to learn what all the fuss is about? Check out Brady Riggs’ analysis of Eric Axley’s full swing and find out about the “stack & tilt” technique. See exactly how to do this golf move for a better golf swing.
How To: Contour line techniques with fantasy artist Ed Beard
Curious about contour lines? Learn from a master! This tutorial on contour line techniques is hosted by Ed Beard, an internationally reknown fantasy artist known for his published works in Magic the Gathering and Tolkien. This video takes you step by step through a contour line drawing of a dragon, with a time lapse demonstration along with a narration by Ed Beard.
How To: Whiten teeth in Photoshop or Elements
Rick from Essential Photoshop Elements has a quick and easy technique to get natural-looking results for whitening teeth in Photoshop Elements. This tutorial is done in Photoshop Elements but can use the same technique with the full version of Photoshop.
How To: Make a one-camera shoot look like multi-cams
It's easy when Jamie-B from Total Recall Films takes an in-depth look at filming and editing techniques you can easily use to make your next film look and feel professional using a well know technique called "tricking the camera" -- and the viewer. Watch to see how to make a one-camera shoot look like multi-cams.
How to Play cricket shots: pull shot
This is a coaching video on how to play cricket shots. This is points on the pull shot. This is how to play the pull shot effectively and how to detect errors in your own game and improve your execution of the pull shot and cricket batting technique. Also gives cricket coaching techniques and tips to cricketers and coaches alike.
How To: Practice the build up drill against the wall
Cary Kolat demonstrates wrestling technique - collegiate offense - feet drills collegiate - proper penetration. Check out this Kolat.com wrestling lesson to improve your technique.
How To: Practice the change over explanation in wrestling
Cary Kolat demonstrates wrestling technique - collegiate bottom - hips away sit out series - change over explanation. This is a wrestling technique video from Kolat.com.
How To: Practice and improve your chipping technique in golf
Looking to practice and improve your chipping technique in golf? Pay attention to the straight angle of your front arm. Learn the correct form for chipping by watching Mel demonstrate common chipping mistakes.
How To: Cut a circuit board
Sometimes there is a part of a circuit that you need but it's on a huge circuit board. This is one technique to cut it out. Take out the PCB part that is necessary. This is a great DIY electronics technique.
How To: Using aluminum welding techniques in ice carving
This video demonstrates the usefulness of the aluminum welding ice carving technique. The technique allows carvers to easily "Get Outside the Block" and create sculptures that are hardly limited by the dimensions of the ice block.
How To: Understand basic origami techniques
Here's a short video on basic origami techniques. You've got to know how to line up folds and make a proper crease to be successful at origami. Watch this video if you are a beginner to origami. These origami tips are very helpful.
How To: Place central venous lines with the landmark technique
This medical how-to video demonstrates how to insert a central venous catheter line. The method used to insert the venous line is the landmark base technique. Always prepare the skin by wiping it with antiseptic. The patients head should be tilted slightly to the left. Follow along and learn how it's done.
How To: Practice a simple interrupted suturing technique
An important part of being a surgeon involves knowing how to do various types of sutures. This medical how-to video demonstrates how to do a simple interrupted suturing technique. Simple interrupted sutures are great for closing skin wounds. Follow along and learn the proper method for using this type of suture on your patient.
How To: Remove a mole using punch biopsy
This medical how-to video demonstrates how to perform two techniques for skin biopsies. Follow along and learn how to do both a punch biopsy and a shaving method to remove moles. This technique is used when a patient has an irregular shaped mole and has changed in appearance.
How To: Beatbox the multi-tone Didjeredoo throat technique
Check out this instructional beatboxing video that shows you how to do the mutli-tone Didjeredoo or Tuvan throat technique. This is a Low Throat oscillation that is used to mimic the Didjeredoo and also Tuvan Throat singing, as well as the fact that it's just an awesome noise to make. Be careful not to put too much pressure as to harm your vocal chords. Practice the multi-tone Didjeredoo throat technique to be able to throw it into a beatbox mix.
How To: Play percussive guitar
Check out this instructional acoustic guitar video that shows you some basic techniques to play percussive guitar. This is a series explaining some of the basics of percussive playing. These are the chords used in this lesson:
How To: Incorporate scales into music expressively
Guitar riffs are like any other musical exercise; practicing them can be a terrific means of building manual dexterity and improving your overall playing technique. We can say of riffs, then, that they are not so much about rote repetition as making available to the guitarist new and different ways of playing. Every new riff you learn will make you a more able and versatile guitarist and better equip you to stay away from rock clichés. In this installment from his Riff of the Week series, Dav...
How To: Have proper rowing grip technique
Check out this instructional rowing video that demonstrates how to have proper rowing grip technique. The proper grip in rowing is essential for speed and endurance. Learn facts and skills for competitive rowing in this rowing video.
How To: Perform two vasectomy occlusion techniques
Vasectomy is birth control option for men which involves a surgical procedure that will prevent sperm from passing through the vas deferens. Watch this instructional video to learn more about vasectomy and see demonstrations of two occlusion techniques that involve thermal cautery of the ductus deferens.
How To: Remove a double chin in Photoshop
Here's the definitive technique for removing double chins using Photoshop. Based on years of retouching using old fashion pencil and pastel techniques.
How To: Solve a sudoku puzzle with special techniques
Solve sudoku puzzle using the cross hatching, either/or, and pairs technique. If you can use a magic marker, and feel competent enough, then why not try it out?
How To: Practice a Krav Maga sweep technique
Jarret Waldman explains a simple Krav Maga sweep technique
How To: Practice proper jumping technique
Learn these jumping techniques so as to not place too much pressure on the muscles and joints. It's a good idea to watch this video first before trying other plyometric or jumping drills.
How To: Run faster with training techniques
Whether you're in track, football, soccer, or a marathon runner, this HowTo video is sure to help you out. Learn how to use proper techniques for speed and acceleration so you can run faster. Increase your agility and coordination to accelerate your speed to the max with Coach Scott Phelps.
How To: Relieve stress with tapping
Stressed? This video shows you how Tapping (EFT, or Emotional Freedom Technique) could help. Notice if you find yourself feeling differently about stressful situations after applying the technique. Sometimes the change is dramatic - although sometimes it is subtle so note carefully any changes. THis is a style of self-hypnosis and acupressure.
How To: Use the blues scale, twelve tone row technique, polychords, and tone clusters
Music theory, for any musician, is EXTREMELY important to know if you expect playing in any form of professional capacity. But if you can't afford to go to Berklee College of Music or Musician's Institute, then you can get almost the same education in this great video! In this video you will learn the basics of the minor Blues scale, 12 tone technique, polychords, chordal chords, and tone clusters. Truly amazing work and make sure you have a pen and piece of paper to take notes!
How To: Take macro photographs with the reverse lens technique
If you want to take beautiful macro photos, without having to pay for an expensive macro lens, try the reverse lens technique and use the lens you already have. This is a creative way to get great photos without spending all of your money on equipment.
How To: Embellish cookies and cake pops using the brush embroidery technique
Cake pops are good no matter what kind of embellishment you put on them, but it's extra nice to chomp on a cake pop that's been expertly put together with professional icing and motifs.
How To: Make a paper heart using 3-D origami techniques
This is a fun demonstration that ends with teaching you how to fold a paper heart using the techniques of 3-D origami. This is a fun and creative gift for Valentine's Day, and anyone who can fold paper can make it!
How To: Transfer an embroidery pattern onto your fabric
There are several different techniques you can use to transfer a pattern onto the fabric you want to embroider, depending on the color and type of the fabric you want to embellish. This video shows you three separate techniques, such as chalk pencils or tracing paper.
How To: Use Mind Maps to write your next novel or technical document
The Mind Map is a technique you can use when writing your next novel, article, technical document or any other project. Create character profiles, plot arcs or design the main goal of your article by using this innovative and useful technique for organizing the information in your piece.
How To: Use watercolor pencil techniques
In this video, we learn how to use watercolor pencil techniques. The rendering process is similar to those with graphite. You will use strokes, giving them different lengths and colors to create texture. You can do crosshatching on the paper so everything is darker and you are hiding the white. Burnishing is when you lay down dark colors to the surface of the paper and work more colors in, the white will work as a blender. The end result will be a very smooth finish with a slightly waxy feel....
How To: Control your anger with five simple techniques
While there's nothing wrong with feeling anger, it's important that you be in control of the ways in which you manifest that anger. And this brief mental-health how-to from Health Guru will teach you five simple techniques that will help you to accomplish just that.
How To: Tell what camera settings were used to take a digital picture on a Mac or PC
In this video tutorial, we learn a technique for figuring out the camera settings used to take a digital picture. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from Tekzilla can present a complete overview of the process in just under two minutes. For all of the details, and to get started using this technique yourself, take a look.
How To: Choose between open and close techniques when getting a brow lift
Considering brow lift? This medical-minded video tutorial from Aurora Clinics will help you understand the procedure and help you decide between open and closed surgery techniques. For all of the details, and to get started learning about brow lifts (or browlifts) yourself, take a look.
How To: Draw the hands of anime or manga style girls
This video focuses on drawing the hands of anime girls. It also covers foreshortening, and how to accurately depict hands when using this technique. Use this technique when you want to emphasize your character's hands, such as when she gets into a fight.
How To: Use the percussion technique when making a chest examination
This video offers a quick demonstration of a basic clinical chest examination. It is a useful thing to know if you are a medical student or if you are a patient who will be having a chest exam performed on you. Watch and learn how to use the percussion technique.