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How To : Expand your vocal range to hit high notes

Everyone dreams of hitting the high notes as a singer, right? With all of the competition out there today, it makes sense that artists would want to 'out-belt' the others. In this tutorial, learn how to expand your vocal range and hit higher and higher notes. These exercises w ...more

Shot on 7D : Ruins of Failaka Island, Kuwait

In January of this year, I went to Kuwait with director Fawaz Al-Matrouk to complete photography for the film "To Rest In Peace". We shot the majority of the film in Southern California, duping air force bases, homes, and beaches for authentic Kuwaiti locations. Because travel ...more

News : The Spectacular SFX of Iron Man 2

I don't know about you, but I've been counting down the days until the release of Iron Man 2. And that day is finally here. For those of us who won't make it to the theater until tonight, here's a little sneak preview for you, courtesy of NYC SFX house Perception. Iron Man 2 - ...more

News : Barn as a Balancing Act

Here in Los Angeles, there are a plethora of amazing houses precariously perched on the hillsides of Hollywood, Pacific Palisades and Malibu. Striking to look at, the thought "earthquake" is never far from one's mind, however. But earthquakes aren't a likely problem for the B ...more

News : Um, Are Those Kids On Fire?

Just a normal day in the life of the Dunn family. Seasoned stunt professionals Jim and Celia Dunn have appeared in Hollywood films such as Poltergeist , Scary Movie, X-Men II, Shanghi Noon and Jumangi. Their children, Connor, 15, Ali, 11, and Austin, 9, boast impressive IMDB ...more

How To : Do ballet barre routines

Learn an effective ballet routine to practice your ballet. Easy dance routines are those done at the barre in each of the five positions, and they can include plies, grande plies, tondues and releves. In this video, learn how to choreograph a simple dance routine with help fro ...more

How To : Cry convincingly on stage

Knowing a few tricks of the trade will help you cry at the drop of a hat. You Will Need: * A sad memory * Discipline not to blink * A bright light * Peppermint oil * Oil of Olbas * A tear stick Step 1: Think of something sad Before relying on any gimmicks, test your acting ...more

How To : Create your own movie poster in Adobe Photoshop

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!

How To : Do a Vanessa Hudgens smokey eye look

A major Hollywood player since she was a preteen, Vanessa Hudgens knows what looks on the red carpet and what doesn't. And, like most girls, she's found that the smokey eye never fails to make your eyes pop and to the make the eyes of nearby cartoon wolves pop out. In this vi ...more

News : Justin Bieber as the lead in Famous Movies

Justin Bieber dominated the box office over the weekend and now Hollywood is planning a ton of remakes featuring him. Check out these movie posters featuring the face of Bieber put in the leading role of top hollywood films. VIA Next Movie.

How To : Get yourself an agent in Los Angeles

In this video, producer and actress Kathleen Cooke, offers advice on how to find a fantastic agent in LA. You won't find much success in Hollywood without representation, so listen to Kathleen's advice and make sure you choose the right one and how to impress them so that they ...more

Scrabble Bingo of the Day : REAPHOOK

REAPHOOK n pl. -S an implement used in reaping 67 points (17 points without the bingo) After guisard was featured a couple days ago, it seems right to keep throwing in a few Halloween related Bingo of the Days. I doubt it will be one everyday, but just a few here and there t ...more

How To : Draw Walt Disney character, Donald Duck

In this tutorial, take a trip to the Disney Animation Studios at Walt Disney's Hollywood headquarters and learn how to draw Donald Duck the way the professionals do. Donald is a loveable character from everyone's childhood. He's been around for decades and everyone knows and l ...more

How To : Do your makeup and hair like actress, Brenda Song

In this clip, learn how to do your makeup and hair like popular Disney actress Brenda Song. Brenda is gorgeous and now you can look just like her everyday. Follow along as Judy demonstrates just how easy it is to have that Hollywood glow in no time.

News : Top 5 Favorite Farmers Markets in LA

So as soon as I started going to Farmers Markets I decided it was really important to explore as many different ones as I could . Just how no two types of tomatoes are the same, neither are farmers markets! They each hold their own unique style and offerings. Here are my Top 5 ...more

How To : Make Marvel superhero Daredevil out of Legos

Daredevil is one of the least conventional and most popular Marvel superheroes, having been played by Ben Affleck in a recent Hollywood movie. This video tutorial will teach you how to make a Daredevil Lego minifigure using only simple hobby tools. He looks very cool, and shou ...more

The Job Board : Best all-time job posting

The Job Board is a weekly entry of the most ridiculous Cinematography related jobs posted online.  Note: This posting was from a year ago. Vacancy: DP / Steadicam Op / AC Employer: WTF Productions Location: Hollywood Duration: Four 7 day weeks, starts tomorrow --------------- ...more

How To : Do a Dita Von Teese pinup makeup look

In an age of trend-following stars and fast fashion turnaround, there are few celebrities left whose looks hearken back to the golden age of Hollywood. Dita Von Teese, however, is the exception and has devoted her entire career to emulating the glamorous red-lipped look of he ...more

Edit on a Dime : Weekly Wrap-Up

It's been a Consumer Electronics Show bonanza at Edit on a Dime this week. Here's the stories we looked at over the last seven days. Magisto App for iPhone Released at CES Automatic Video Editor Shootout: Magisto vs. Vidify vs. V.I.K.T.O.R. Cyberlink Announces PowerDirector M ...more

Roger Ebert : Why I HATE 3-D (And You Should, Too)

Chicago Sun Times movie critic Roger Ebert hates 3-D. And when I say hate, I really mean hate. Check out Ebert's excerpted nine points below via Newsweek. 1. IT'S THE WASTE OF A DIMENSION. Our minds use the principle of perspective to provide the third dimension. Adding one a ...more

How To : Do a hot pink dramatic MAC eye makeup look

This intensely vibrant eye makeup look is a maybe too high drama for some, but just enough color for others. The cosmetic products used to create this look are Urban Decay Primer Potion, MAC Full Fuschia shadow base, Coastal Scents 88 Palette, Del false eyelashes, MAC Magenta ...more

How To : Apply 1950's style makeup

Bring the glamour of old Hollywood back with this 1950's makeup look. Learn how to apply pin-up 1950s style makeup with this tutorial. The following products were used in this video: Rimmel concealer, Avon bronzer, Clinique eyeshadows, Smashbox eyeliner black, Rimmel mascara, ...more

News : Separated at Birth

I know hollywood has no original ideas, but its amazing how quick things get stolen. Rubber Johnny a really creepy video by Chris Cunningham was totally stolen by the Hills Have Eyes, which I only recently saw. Here are the two videos to compare for yourself. The Rubber Joh ...more

How To : Do the cha cha

Do the cha cha! In this free lesson, learn about the cha cha, which is a Latin dance that originated from a Cuban song. The cha cha is made up of a combination of triple steps and rocking steps. Learn the famous cha cha with a lesson taught by a pro: Rosario Nene Ortega is a b ...more

How To : Make your own camera dolly

If you’re into cinematography try creating your own dolly camera platform to get those seamless tracking shots. This is a fun project that will allow you to take your film to the next level, or at least get the shot you want. When pros want a smooth tracking shot, they pay to ...more

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