News: Obama in video games
hmm.. Maybe not a real game. But he's officially in Madden '11 (skip to the 2nd minute): You can model your Mass Effect character after Obama (Nobel Prize not included):
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HowTo: Make a Daft Punk Helmet
Daft Punk has had an infectious effect on much of the world, on the web and off. The French electronic duo have inspired multiple viral videos, and now, with the help of Volpin Props, you can make your own Daft Punk helmet. Check out the in-depth build guide here, and watch the video below to see the HowTo process in action.
News: Hi and welcome to my channel learnsomethingnew
This is two pictures of me taken from my comedy movie Way Out West which was made last year and which can now be seen on youtube. The effect was was possible by filming live footage of a background then filming two images of me against a green background then placing me in front of the background footage using editing software.
LEGO Star Wars: Bane of the Sith (trailer)
The effects in this brickfilm (or brick trailer) are awesome! I haven't watched the new Star Wars movies, so I don't know who Sith is, but I don't have to know the movies to enjoy this. In fact, I'd probably like this better anyway. Short and sweet.
News: The Mystery of the Rolling Shutter/Jello-Cam Explained
Great video from Peter Cote @ My DSLR Show demystifying the jell-o cam effect!
News: Amazing use of practical cinematography
I can't help but feel this video is genius. In the beginning it seems CGI, but quickly you realize its all done with practical camera and effects. Shows what can be done when you are clever.
News: Review of every Alice in Wonderland movie
This is a thorough and comprehensive look at each iteration of Alice in Wonderland. It's also a wonderful mini-history of film and special effects and animation.
News: California Coastal Records Project
Aside from the bizarre fascination with being able to see celebrity homes in Malibu (see the Streisand Effect: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streisand_effect), the CCRP is a great place to check out local surf spots up and down the Coast:
News: GTL in Full Effect
GTL: Gym, Tanning, Laundry Jersey Shore's DJ Pauly D shows us how it's done.
How To: Use infra red settings in Alien Skin Exposure plug-in
This video shows you how to easily create cool image effects in Photoshop using the infra red settings portion of the Alien Skin Exposure plug-in. Use infra red settings in Alien Skin Exposure plug-in.
How To: Use the film grain filter in Photoshop
This tutorial shows you how to use the film grain filter in Photoshop to create different film grain effects on your images. Use the film grain filter in Photoshop.
How To: Give photos a high contrast look in Lightroom
There are many techniques for giving photos a high-contrast look (pseudo HDR look). Follow along with this workflow to create the effect using Lightroom. Give photos a high contrast look in Lightroom.
How To: Create 3D shapes from text and revolve in Illustrator
Just by experimenting with the Type tool and the 3D effect Revolve in Illustrator, you can use the alphabet to create a whole series of 3D objects. Create 3D shapes from text and revolve in Illustrator.
How To: Create rounded corners in Photoshop
This tutorial will show you how to create the rounded corners effect using a standard image in Photoshop. Create rounded corners in Photoshop.
How To: Create ghost images in Photoshop
Cool tutorial on how to add a ghostly effect to your photos with Photoshop Create ghost images in Photoshop.
How To: Add lightrays to candle pictures with Photoshop
Learn how to add lightray effects to a candle picture using Photoshop to enhance the image. Add lightrays to candle pictures with Photoshop.
How To: Deinterlace with Compressor
This tutorials covers how to use Compressor to improve the deinterlacing process and further effects work like tracking in Motion. Deinterlace with Compressor.
How To: Make I-cord
This video demonstrates how to make I-cord. I-cord is a narrow tube of knitting, that is often used for the handles of a bag, cords to tie on a hat, to edge a garment, or appliqued on for a decorative effect Make I-cord.
How To: Create reflective 3D text using CINEMA 4D
The common word processors like Microsoft Word have limited functions in creating 3D text. Not quite the same with CINEMA 4D. Learn how to create cool 3D text with glow and reflection effects using this program. Create reflective 3D text using CINEMA 4D.
How To: Edit audio in Avid Liquid 7
Producer/editor Paul Mitton of Creation Trek Productions demonstrates audio editing, mixing, effects and creating a soundtrack within Avid Liquid 7. Edit audio in Avid Liquid 7.
How To: Create smoke text using particleIllusion
Learn some of the basics of Wondertouch's particleIllusion 3.0 software and how to create a smoking text effect using it. Create smoke text using particleIllusion.
How To: Link text boxes in InDesign CS2
In this InDesign video tutorial you will learn to link text boxes to let the content flow between the boxes. This is a nice trick to let you have a better control over your text on a page. Experiment with different box sizes to get the effect you want! Link text boxes in InDesign CS2.
How To: Use blending modes in Photoshop CS3
This video shows you how to use blending modes in Photoshop to lighten, darken, add contrast, and alter color effects in an image. This is a great tool for photographers, especially if you work digitally. Use blending modes in Photoshop CS3.
How To: Use layers and create layouts in Fireworks CS3
This video shows you the main elements of Fireworks, including layers, layouts, rich symbols, and the new color panel. You will learn how to modify Photoshop layers in Fireworks and the different effects available. Check out this video created by Tom Green now! Use layers and create layouts in Fireworks CS3.
Use Photoshop's blend modes: mulitply and screen
In this video tutorial you will learn some simple tips about how to use two of the most popular Photoshop blending modes: multiply and screen. "Multiply" takes out the white and darkens the other colors, while "Screen" has the opposite effect. The tips will help you better understanding how Photoshop works when you try to blend images in the future. Use Photoshop's blend modes: mulitply and screen.
How To: Use the 30 degree rule to determine cue ball direction
This video illustrates an example of using the 30 degree rule and the path the cue ball will take. It shows the anticipated path when the ball is hit with medium speed, and it demonstrates the curve effect when the ball is hit hard. Use the 30 degree rule to determine cue ball direction.
How To: Create connected scripts in Illustrator
If you want to turn a font into a connected font you will need to break the word apart, and then connect each letter. This is good for creating cursive text or just an artistic effect. Watch and see just how to connect scripts using Illustrator. Create connected scripts in Illustrator.
News: Twilight Moon
The moon playing peek-a-boo between coconut trees. Natural lighting. No filters or effects. Taken with Sony Ericsson U1 Satio.
News: Sunset Reflections
Reflections on the lake surface during sunset. No effects added. Just one clik.
Today's Tidbit: Tall People Make More Money
Four separate studies have found that taller people tend to earn more money, on average $789 per year for each additional inch of height.
News: To Cope with American-led Sanctions, Iran stockpiling US Wheat
With financial sanctions against it getting tighter and tighter and the drums of war beating louder and louder, Iran appears to be getting proactive -- at least on the food front. As Reuters reports, Tehran is busy stockpiling grain in anticipation of the sanctions' effect on daily life. To Cope with American-led Sanctions, Iran stockpiling US Wheat | EurasiaNet.org.
How To: Play Renekton, the Butcher of the Sands, in League of Legends
If you love playing those WarCraft and StarCraft strategy games on your PC, chances are you've also heard of a game called League of Legends.
How To: Share layers between pages and create dummy text in Adobe Fireworks
Tom Green shows how to make your life easier using these Fireworks productivity tips. This tutorial includes things like sharing layers between pages and creating dummy text.
How To: Complete preproduction paperwork: Script breakdown
Mike from the SubStream's "Film Lab" has some tips on preproduction paperwork. Learn how to complete preproduction paperwork. Specifically, break down the script. You know that you don't want to do it, but it's important, okay?
How To: Generate AC electrokinetic phenomena
This highly educational video geared towards scientists will show you how to generate AC electrokinetic phenomena by microelectrode structures.
How To: Create a simple multi-video player in Flash with AS2
In this video tutorial, Creative Cow leader Tony Ross demonstrates how to create a simple multi-video player in Flash using Actionscript 2. Also learn to have several videos use a single flv player.
How To: Customize Windows Vista or Windows 7 sounds
Top-Windows-Tutorials is a great site dedicated to Windows tutorials for almost all things Windows. Whether you are a computer novice or an expert in Windows operating systems, you'll find useful information in these guides catering to your level of expertise. These user friendly and easy to follow free Windows tutorials will show you all that you can do with your Windows PC.
How To: Create a Binary Transition with Trapcode Form
This two part episode shows you how to use Trapcode Form to create a dramatic transition where footage breaks into binary code, and re-forms as different footage.
How To: Set up a seamless looping particle system w/ Trapcode
In this Episode, you will learn how to set up a seamless looping particle system. We will be using Trapcode Particular and Starglow to create a stylized holiday snowstorm, but the concepts can be adapted for anything from backgrounds to lower 3rds.
How To: Use Adobe Photoshop patch and heal tools
In this tutorial, Richard Harrington uses the patch tool and healing brush tools to teach patching, healing and the vanishing point in Adobe Photoshop.