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Smartphone Challenge : Twin Prop Sunrise

Flying out of Bellingham, WA this past Sunday morning in a twin prop airplane. It was still dark down below but after rising above the clouds we were high enough to see the sun rise. Taken with the plain old iPhone 4 camera app... no affects applied.

How To : Make videos that mix live action with video

In this how to video, you will learn how to make videos that mix live action with video. First, set up the camera in the back of the room. Zoom the camera in where the white area is. Once the camera is running, go in front of the screen and perform actions. Next, play the vide ...more

News : Your iPhone Will Someday Be as Sensitive as You Are

Tuesday gave us what I am dubbing a "patent dump." Can you blame me? The U.S. Patent Office released 56 patents from Apple. 56! Among them, there are patents confirming Apple is working on embedded Touch ID, edge-to-edge displays, and a 3D camera system (surprise, surprise). S ...more

How To : Look good in pictures with Carson Kressley

Many people suffer from camera-shyness, or a reluctance to have their pictures taken. The reasons vary; some people are generally insecure about their appearance, others feel that their pictures don't match the way they want to be shown. Carson Kressley, from Queer Eye for the ...more

Toy Challenge : Let's Get Physical!

This pic was taken with a Samsung Infuse, and I used the Vignette Demo app. I'm new to the camera phone thing, so be kind! Funny thing about this toy - my sister gave it to me because her kids outgrew it, and my daughter loves it. It sings a bunch of songs, one of which is "L ...more

How To : Take quality photographs in the Southwest deserts

This video is not so much about the technical aspects of outdoor photography (desert photography, specifically) but rather about what to look for when taking pictures out in the wild. You'll learn what time of day is best for taking photographs as well as what sorts of natura ...more

How To : Capture your holiday in 8 digital photos

In this video, we learn how to capture your holiday in eight digital photos. This is a challenge for most people, but it can help you remember your vacation without taking hundreds of photos. First, make sure you have different lenses to capture shorter and longer distances. F ...more

News : Polanski's Knife in the Water

Poland 1962 94 Min Black and White Polish Film Synopsis From The Auteurs: Roman Polanski’s first feature is a brilliant psychological thriller that many critics still consider among his greatest work. The story is simple, yet the implications of its characters’ emotions ...more

How To : Make a Video Blog

Want to know how to start your own vlog? Starting a video blog is simple... Get a camera! It is a video blog, after all. Though you may see some people with very fancy (and expensive) cameras, don't be discouraged if all you have is your webcam. That is perfectly fine to sta ...more

How To : Use Magic iMovie

Magic iMovie is designed to import a movie from your camera and create a movie file with an opening title and other options. Learn how to use Magic iMovie.

Smartphone Challenge : Meeting in Père Lachaise.

I took this photo with my iPhone 3 camera as I was on my way to Oscar Wilde at Père Lachaise Cemetery. You can't tell from this black & white photo, but the woman on the far left had this wonderfully striking red hair, and a just as distinct style. You can slightly see the bow ...more

How To : Make a movie using iMovie

If you have a Mac, this video will walk you through the steps of using imovie to create video clips. It would have been nice if the person making the movie had used the software to convert their own movie. It's a bit hard to hear and a shaky camera so crank up the volume.

How To : Enhance your vacation or holiday photographs

Everyone should enjoy great memories from vacations for years to follow. Taking beautiful photographs is a wonderful way to document extraordinary experiences, other counties, different cultures, stunning landscapes, jaw-dropping architecture and more. Tap into your passion fo ...more

Smartphone Challenge : Bubblegum Alley

Like Rachel, I cannot win this week's challenge, but I thought it would be fun to post a picture I took with my iPhone. Actually, I'm not a big fan of taking pics with my smartphone—I rarely do it. But I didn't happen to have my real camera on me when taking a stroll through B ...more

News : a shitty shower

fill someone's shampoo and conditioner bottle with daves shit and set up a little camera in the bathroom

News : Explorers of Light - Crescenzo Notarile

SEE THE VIDEO INTERVIEW HERE Buono started his career on the camera crews of studio films including Twister, Conspiracy Theory, and Armageddon. He was a cinematographer on Green Street Hooligans and wrote and produced the theatrical documentary Bigger Stronger Faster.

News : The Google+ Rap from Zach Katz

Ok, serious question here: is +Zach Katz even old enough to be on Google+? This rap tells you all you need to know about Google+, and also tells us that...well, not a lot of people actually know what Google+ is. I like all the befuddlement from the older folks, as well as the ...more

How To : Take a photography portrait

A great photographer is more than a technician, but all great portraits begin with a photographer’s mastery of equipment and technical requirements. Set yourself on the road to greatness by learning the basic components of photographic portraiture. You will need a camera, a te ...more

How To : Work with P2 media in Avid Xpress Pro

Learn how to work with Panasonic P2 media in Avid Xpress Pro or other Avid editing software. The tutorial covers connect a P2 camera to your system, uploading and batch processing media and editing it. Work with P2 media in Avid Xpress Pro. Click through to watch this video on ...more

Cloud Photography Challenge : Battle in the Sky

im just an amateur photographer using a nikon camera at night on my way home from the beach, i hope this is good enough....too much noise, i had little light that time and the flash would make it look ugly

E3 2010 : 3DS and Booth Babes

Ever play a 3D hand held game tied to a gorgeous blond model? Yeah, it happens all the time, so boring. But the video does give a nice look at the 3D aspect of the system. In the video you can see how it adapts to the players movement of the device. Here is another 3DS Video ...more

News : WHEEL OF HUMILITY!!!!

WHEEL OF HUMILITY!!!! BY: Chris Turner Each person of the Jackass crew (excluding me) will pick a straw; the person with the shortest straw does not have to do the stunt Each member of the Jackass crew including me (if I win) including the person that does no have to do the st ...more

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.

How To : Enhance videos of a static scene using photographs

This video presents a system for automatically producing a wide variety of video enhancements and visual effects. Unlike traditional visual effects software (e.g., After Effects, Shake, Boujou, etc), the system is completely automatic and no manual labor is required from the u ...more

How To : Select the right photographs for Genhead 3.1

In this Genhead video tutorial, you'll see how to select the appropriate photograph and take photographs correctly with a digital camera so that they work well in Genhead. Genemation's GenHead is standalone software tool that is designed to enable both professional and amateu ...more

How To : Photograph a ghost

Attention ghost hunters! Capture your ghostly findings on film with help from this video tutorial on how to photograph ghosts. Ok.... Yes, they aren't real ghosts, but merely physical people looking transparent and lucid. Nonetheless, this is a great technique to learn for beg ...more

News : Photography for Beginners

Learn professional photography by starting at the beginning. In this series of tutorials you will learn the technical aspect as well as the artistic side of photography - you'll be taking GREAT images in no time at all. With simple to follow instruction mixed with some basic c ...more

News : Portapotty Blowout

First you rig up a portapotty or a regular toilet so when someone sits on it to take a dump, water shoots up at high speeds. If you do it in a toilet, they'll get more wet and it would be easier to get away with. But if you do it with a portapotty, you'll have all the pee and ...more

How To : Sell a car online

Thinking of selling your car on the internet? Make sure you don’t get taken for a ride. You Will Need * A camera * A fair price * An appealing ad * A website on which to post it * Safety precautions Step 1. Take a picture Get your car washed and then take a good picture of ...more

How To : Use "fill in" flash

In this video, we learn how to use "fill in" flash. When you are taking a shot of people outside, you will need to have a certain type of aspect on your camera. They will have shine on their face from the sun and it will be washed out with white. When you go to your camera, yo ...more

GENRE JAM : West Side Story (1961)

There's gonna be a rumble.... For this week's GJ article, I thought I would jump right into talking about a mortal-lock favourite of mine: West Side Story. If you haven't seen it (and a lot of folks havent - dudes especially) and you want a lesson in filmmaking craft from a b ...more

News : Technology of 3D

Technology RealD 3D cinema technology uses circularly polarized light to produce stereoscopic image projection. Circular polarization technology has the advantage overlinear polarization methods in that viewers are able to tilt their head and look about the theater naturally ...more

How To : Be a good party guest

A good party guest should live by this motto: Ask not what the party can do for you, but what can you do for the party! You Will Need: * An invitation * And a gift for the host * A liberal, though not necessarily higher, education Step 1: Arrive at appropriate time Arrive at ...more

Smartphone Challenge : Wispy

Beautiful cloud formations over London, England. Surprisingly difficult to see much of the sky here in the city, you almost forget its up there. But when you do and its as lovely as this, its a real mood-lifter! ~ <3 Captured on my Samsung Galaxy SII while walking back from w ...more

How To : Use Film back presets when rendering from modo 301

The modo camera and rendering system is incredibly powerful and flexible. This new film back preset options helps you to quickly harness that power for your specific target medium. Need to render out to 2k Academy 35mm film? No problem. Imax? Sure thing. Did we mention this is ...more

How To : Create an artist portfolio

Presentation matters. Make sure you have the best shot of getting your artwork out there by putting together a pleasing and professional artist portfolio. Include your best work and make everything look finished and neat. An artist portfolio can become a portable gallery if c ...more

How To : Create an eBook in Windows with RealPrinter

Eager to share your favorite pieces of literature, but can't find any electronic version of the book? Don't worry! You can create your own e-book library. All you need is a digital camera and some free software. Scan or take photos Scan or take photos of a book you want to c ...more

How To : Record proper sound levels on a digital camcorder

Rajo from the SubStream's "Film Lab" has some tips regarding sound recording. Learn to set the sound levels in your camera properly. Learn that your 'dynamic range' has nothing to do with how quickly the post-coffee you goes from excitable to annoying. Record proper sound lev ...more

News : NAB 2010 - Panasonic 3D VariZoom for the AG-3DA1

Adjust the convergence while your 3D camera is on a boom.  Then watch on a Panasonic Bt-3DL2550 - 3D monitor to see if your convergence is correct. Panasonic introduced the new BT-3DL2550, a 25.5-inch 3D LCD production monitor with full 1920 x 1200 resolution. The BT-3DL2550 p ...more

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