If you need to create an animated character, Maya is the software program for you. If you don't know how to make that character you've dreamed up, then maybe you should check out this Maya video tutorial on an important step -- creating a skeleton structure. Creating bones cou ...more
This tripartite tutorial series presents an in-depth look at how to use volumes in Houdini 10 — creating them using the volume and IsoOffset SOPs, and adjusting their values. Whether you're new to Side Effects Software's popular 3D production program or a seasoned graphic arti ...more
Check out this four-part video tutorial on geometry in Autodesk Maya 8.5. You'll learn about extraordinary vertices and non-extraordinary vertices balls. If you're a 3D modeler, then why not look at this video? Your 3D animation skills might need a little brush up, so make you ...more
Tony Ross demonstrates how to create optical illusions in Flash. In the first video he creates a spinning illusion of circles with cycling gradients using Motion Tweens and Rotation Options. In the second video, create a tunnel illusion using Motion Tweens and Masking. The las ...more
Creating 3D models of the human head that will show emotion, eat, and do all the other things that heads do properly is hard. Fortunately, this video is here to help you get started. It demonstrates the basics of 3D head modeling using 3D Studio MAX. Follow these instructions ...more
This quick three-part series presents an introduction to ForEach SOPs in Houdini 10. This first part looks at using the ForEach SOP to iterate over groups of primitives, using the example of creating balconies on a set of primitives. Whether you're new to Side Effects Software ...more
This clip presents a walkthrough of how to go about creating a particle based explosion in Houdini 10. Whether you're new to Side Effects Software's popular 3D production program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself with the application, ...more
This clip demonstrates how to create a caustic lighting effect using Houdini's Mantra PBR rendering engine. The first part starts with a refresher on refraction. More generally, guide looks at setting up normals correctly, then at the glass shader in Houdini, faux caustics and ...more
This three-part tutorial offers an overview of the the basics of Houdini CHOPS, providing two examples of music driven animation. The first part looks at how to bring data into a CHOPS network, and export it using lag as an example. Create music-driven animations via CHOPS in ...more
This clip offers an introduction to using attributes and local variables in Houdini. It covers vertices (vertexes), points, primitives and details. Whether you're new to Side Effects Software's popular 3D production program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in bette ...more
This video tutorial series will show you how to create a magic wand particles effect, the sort of visual effect you might see when a “magic wand” is waved. This will be similar to a “pixie” dust effect, although not so complicated. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation' ...more
Even expert players who score impressive football victories in the UEFA championship games need to practice and train properly. Get a peek into the Spanish Football Federation's training tactics via this video on soccer drills that improve a soccer team's offense and defense. ...more
Our feet take a beating in daily life. Who wouldn't want to lay down at the end of the day and receive a foot massage? Follow this three part, professional style tutorial and learn how to really take a load off those aching toes. This tutorial covers everything from ankles, to ...more
A long day of typing can lead to locked up fingers and hands. In this three part tutorial, learn how to massage your partner's hands and fingers at home, or apply these techniques on yourself. These professional level massage moves will leave your hands feeling more loose and ...more
So you would like to edit quicker in Final Cut Pro? Keyboard shortcuts are your answer. Once you learn some simple shortcuts in Final Cut Pro, your editing will become streamlined and you will notice a decrease in the time it takes you to edit a video. So work like the pros do ...more
Walter Biscardi demonstrates the basics of travel mattes in this Apple Final Cut Pro Video Tutorial. Learn what travel mattes are and the difference between alpha mattes and luma mattes. In part two we'll learn some simple animation and drop shadows. In part three Walter will ...more
This four part tutorial is Lesson 11 in the Zbrush series from Jason Welsh. It explains almost everything you need to know to texture a 3D creature in Zbrush. Part one teaches you how to produce a color map, part two goes over 32 bit normal maps and Displacement maps, part thr ...more
This is a 3 part series produced by modo community member Paul Hartsuyker. The series was created in response to a challenge presented to the modo community to model a complex folded die cut package. Follow along with this modo tutorial and learn how to create advanced package ...more
In this three part After Effects tutorial, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to change the weather from a sunny day at the beach to a very cloudy day, with a chance of showers. Part one goes over color correction and compositing, part two covers how to add rain to your shot, as ...more
Julieg713 is a nail art expert. Check out her nail art tutorials on WonderHowTo (Search Julieg713). Her nail art looks are fun & pretty, not to mention well demonstrated. This nail polish video demonstrate how to apply nail rhinestones. Watch this video to learn how to recreat ...more
There isn’t an easier, faster way to clean garbage cans than pressure washing. With the help of this home and garden how-to video cleaning your garbage cans will be a cinch. Watch this video and put your pressure washer to good use. Clean garbage cans with a pressure washer. C ...more
This video will teach you to be fluid in your movement around the soccer ball, as well as use the outside of you foot effectively when playing soccer. If you want to improve your footwork, watch this video. Dribble with the outside of the foot during soccer. Click through to w ...more
Want to learn some love moves for your loved one's arms? Watch this video... Massage your loved one's arm. Click through to watch this video on oneminuteu.com
With a little circuitry, you can find exactly what you need to make a very "cool" USB powered Mini Fridge. Just check out this how-to video. This cooler is perfect for keeping your drinks cool while gaming or at the office. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to build a US ...more
Jeff Kunard's 20 Min. hotel workout is demonstrated in this series, so that you can use it on your next hotel stay. Part 1 of 3 - How to Do a 20 minute hotel workout. Do a 20 minute hotel workout - Part 2 of 3. Click through to watch this video on yahoo.com Do a 20 minute hote ...more
Prepare typical Jamaican saltfish fritters. It a simply and easy recipe to make, watch this video to learn how. Prepare Jamaican saltfish fritters. Click through to watch this video on dayrobber.com
In this video magician David Zanthor shares an age old magic trick. You will need a willing human, a deck of cards, a rubber band, two identical coins and skills. The trick? It involves Ing Ping Ching energy and it is quite involved...so you will have to watch the video! Do th ...more
Learn how to build and install a pull-out trash bin for your kitchen cabinets; watch a video of bin construction and installation. Build a pull-out trash bin. Click through to watch this video on ronhazelton.com
Bored of wasting time standing in front of the sink washing dishes? Rather be anywhere else than in your kitchen wearing marigolds? Don't fear, there is a light at the end of the greasy, crumby food tunnel - Get a dishwasher! Watch this video tutorial to learn how to install a ...more
Want to learn some love moves for your loved one? Watch this video on how to do a back rub for beginners. Massage your loved one's back. Click through to watch this video on oneminuteu.com
Deveining a shrimp is simple, but it's one of those basic techniques many people don't know how to do. Watch this video to learn from an expert. Devein shrimp like an expert. Click through to watch this video on how2heroes.com
Richard Ashforth shows you how to make a perfect ponytail in this hair styling lesson. He fixes all those tough parts like the baggy look underneath and getting it perfectly fastened. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to make a perfect ponytail. Make a perfect ponytail. ...more
For a little psychedelic experience, check out this how-to video. What happens when you mix Highlighter ink with milk? How about adding some dish soap and a black light? Trippy man! Watch this video tutorial and learn how to make colorful milk. Make psychedelic milk with highl ...more
Learn how to build and install a kitchen island from ready-made cabinets; watch a video that demonstrates construction and assembly tips. Design and build a kitchen island. Click through to watch this video on ronhazelton.com
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Giving your colleague’s office or cubicle a makeover is a nifty practical joke. You will need aluminum foil and a camera. Cover up the entire surface of the office with foil, wrapping down everything down to pens. Watch this video pranking tutorial and learn how to play an alu ...more
Learn how to build and install a wrap-around tree bench; watch a video that demonstrates step-by-step construction and installation tips. Design and build a custom tree bench. Click through to watch this video on ronhazelton.com
Looking for a new camera for your video production project? Learn the parts of a Canon XH A1 in this free video clip about the basics of a Canon XH A1 video camera. Use a Canon XH A1 Video Camera - Part 1 of 32. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Use a Cano ...more
Learn how to bend circuits, disassemble toy cases, unscrew circuit boards and test a circuit bend in this free video series that will help you understand how and when to utilize this unique way of making music. Part 1 of 65 - How to Circuit bend a toy guitar. Circuit bend a to ...more
Carrying a bag you crocheted yourself can be a source of pride, a conversation piece and a handy way to transport your things. Learn how to crochet your own bag, from the first chain to the finishing touches, in this free crafts video series with our crochet expert, Axis Knox. ...more
Adam Nieman shows you how to make over fifty mixed drinks, frozen drinks, and shots. You will learn to make a Mai Tai, Irish Coffee, Liquid Coca, Red Eye, Frozen Margarita, Urinal Cake, Heavenly Sex, G String, and many more. Adam also shares recipes for shots: Granny Panties, ...more
In this series of car restoration videos, our body shop owner and hot rod designer shows you how to restore the exterior of that old classic car back into like-new condition. Part 1 of 50 - How to Install a Chevy engine in a Ford. Install a Chevy engine in a Ford - Part 2 of 5 ...more
Watercolor painting is a great way to bring any artistic design to life. Learn how to paint an orchid using watercolors from a professional artist in this free painting video series. Part 1 of 48 - How to Paint an orchid in watercolors. Paint an orchid in watercolors - Part 2 ...more
In these cooking classes on video, learn how to make different recipes for potato soup. Our expert will show you what ingredients and seasonings you need and how to prepare them, as well as the step-by-step process for putting these dishes together. Part 1 of 48 - How to Make ...more
Pottery is the art of forming various objects out of clay. Learn how to make a pottery tea set with tips from a pottery expert in this free video series. Part 1 of 46 - How to Make a pottery tea set. Make a pottery tea set - Part 2 of 46. Click through to watch this video on e ...more
Learn how to tie essential knots for any camping, hiking or sailing trip in this free outdoors video clip series. Part 1 of 45 - How to Tie a rope knot. Tie a rope knot - Part 2 of 45. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Tie a rope knot - Part 3 of 45. Click ...more
Doug Jenkins tells you what signs to look for if you think you might have a cracked head. Does the antifreeze level go down too fast? Notice anything unusual about the oil color or hose pressure? Check all of the warning signs first, because actually getting to the cylinder he ...more
Oil painting is an artistic process that involves using pigments bound with a medium of drying oil. Learn to paint the portrait of a young girl from a professional artist in this free painting video. Part 1 of 49 - How to Paint a portrait of a girl in oils. Paint a portrait of ...more
Painting landscapes with golden fields of grass, trees and wintry skies can create beautiful works of art. Learn how to paint a golden fields watercolor landscape painting from a professional artist in this free painting video series. Paint a watercolor landscape - Part 1 of 3 ...more
Struggling with improvisational skills? Looking for some helpful tips and exercises to improve your improv? Learn more than 30 improv warm-ups from a professional instructor in this free arts and entertainment video series. Part 1 of 38 - How to Do improv warm ups. Do improv w ...more
In this video series, our expert will demonstrate how to use one of the most common products of hemp production. You will learn how to use hemp thread to make hemp necklaces and other hemp jewelry. Making your own jewelry can be satisfying, inexpensive and a creative outlet fo ...more
Jim McKelvey is going to show you how to blow glass. One of the secrets to making really nice glass is making really even gathers. So, if you're a beginning student, there are some tricks that you can use to learn how to gather correctly. That's just part of what will be cover ...more
Braiding, cutting, binding and piercing are all activities that are necessary for quilting. Learn more about how to create your own quilt in this free video series. Part 1 of 37 - How to Make a quilt. Make a quilt - Part 2 of 37. Click through to watch this video on expertvill ...more
Belly casts are the new keepsake for pregnant women that last and display well; learn how to cast a pregnant belly in this free video series on body molding tips. Part 1 of 37 - How to Cast & mold a pregnant belly. Cast & mold a pregnant belly - Part 2 of 37. Click through to ...more
In these sausage making videos, learn how to prepare a shrimp sausage recipe. Expert Karl James will walk you through this easy step-by-step dish. Part 1 of 42 - How to Make Creole shrimp sausage. Make Creole shrimp sausage - Part 2 of 42. Click through to watch this video on ...more
Don't be a tourist. Learn some common French phrases to help you learn the language and navigate Paris. Part 1 of 38 - How to Learn common French phrases. Learn common French phrases - Part 2 of 38. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Learn common French phr ...more
Looking for easy sewing projects? Learn how to sew your own jewelry bag with drawstrings in this free video clip about sewing patterns. Part 1 of 36 - How to Sew jewelry bags. Sew jewelry bags - Part 2 of 36. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Sew jewelry b ...more
In this series of car restoration videos, our body shop owner and hot rod designer shows you how to restore the exterior of that old classic car back into like-new condition. He demonstrates ways to expose rust, grind it away and then repair the body section which rusted. Part ...more
Cars, as with everything else in this world, deteriorate with use or non-use over time. In this video clip series our expert, Doug Jenkins, will not only show you how to maintain your car but also how to completely restore and renew an old trunk. You'll learn how to weld, grin ...more
In this video series, our expert will show you how you can build your own gazebo. You will get easy to follow step-by-step instructions on how to design an octagonal gazebo, how to find the right building materials and how to actually put together a gazebo. This is a great pro ...more