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How To: Create 3D pictures using Callipygian 3D
You can make you own classic style red/green or red/blue 3D images. Learn how to take pictures and turn them into 3D compatible images using Callipygian 3D Photo Editing Software.
How To: Capture screenshots in Windows Media Player
Need to capture an image from windows media player, but you just get a blank screen? In this video, you will be shown how to capture screenshots in windows media player just by adjusting the performance tab. Capture screenshots in Windows Media Player.
How To: Cut out trees from a landscape photo in FluidMask
This tutorial demonstrates a new way of working with fine lattices such as trees to create complex cut-outs quickly in FluidMask. Cut out trees from a landscape photo in FluidMask.
How To: Start compositing now in Toxik
This tutorial is designed to get you started with compositing quickly in Toxik using the Reaction tool and Layout editor. This is great for anyone who wants to jump right in and start working in the software. Start compositing now in Toxik.
How To: Use the Master Keyer tool in Toxik
The Master Keyer tool in Toxik allows you to create sharp mattes quickly and easily. In this 4 part series you will get an overview of the project then see how to key on a green screen, refine the matte, and add and reposition objects. Use the Master Keyer tool in Toxik - Part 1 of 4.
How To: Understand and use advanced conform workflows in Smoke
This two part video goes over using XML Conform workflows and Digital Intermediates workflows in Smoke. The videos are a touch dry, but they cover the material in a well paced and thorough presentation. Understand and use advanced conform workflows in Smoke.
How To: Add live web content with iWeb '08
This video shows you how to add live web content to your website using iWeb. You can embed content from an iGallery, add google maps, widgets and more.
How To: Create custom edges in 3D Invigorator & ProAnimator
In this tutorial, Serge Hamad demonstrates everything you need to know about how to create a Custom Edge in Zaxwerks Invigorator and ProAnimator. Create custom edges in 3D Invigorator & ProAnimator.
How To: Draw an impossible triangle in MS Paint
Have you seen the impossible triangle and wondered how it was created? This video will show you how to draw an impossible triangle using Microsoft Paint. Draw an impossible triangle in MS Paint.
How To: Pick color with Kuler
Kuler is a beta Adobe application at labs.adobe.com. It allows you to choose color schemes using rules or completely at random, then export the colors as an Adobe Swatch Exchange file for use in all of the Creative Suite applications. In this video tutorial you will learn how to create color schemes using Kuler.
How To: Import a background into particleIllusion
ParticleIllusion (pIllusion for short) is a stand-alone computer graphics application which allows users to create animated graphic bases on the particle system technique. In this particleIllusion video tutorial you will learn to import a background. The background could be still images and AVI files. Import a background into particleIllusion.
How To: Export footage as AVI/PNG sequence in particleIllusion
In this particleIllusion video tutorial you will learn how to render AVI and sequential PNG files. Learn to export the files with enabled Alpha Channel. This allows output of PNG files with transparency Export footage as AVI/PNG sequence in particleIllusion.
How To: Get started with Adobe ImageReady
Many Photoshop users have no idea ImageReady is there or let alone what it's used for. In this video we will take a look at how to create web rollovers from a Photoshop file. ImageReady is a web optimization tool as well as a good tool for creating animations from your layered Photoshop files.
How To: Create password-protected zip files with WinRAR
If you have a group of large files that need to be sent to a client, you might want to compress it into one single file for easy access or even protect its content from outsiders with a password. This video will teach you how to create password-protected zip files with WinRAR. WinRAR provides full RAR and ZIP file support, and can decompress CAB, GZIP, ACE and other archive formats. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so ...
How To: Use the camera controls in Poser
In this Poser video tutorial you will learn how to use the camera positioning controls. You will find the controls on the top left part of the workplace. With the controls, you can move around or zoom in and out on the figures you are working on. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Use the camera controls in Poser.
How To: Use camera dots to record camera positions in Poser
Moving the camera back and forth between different positions can be a troublesome task. In this Poser video tutorial you will learn how to use camera dots to record camera positions and then remove the dots. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Use camera dots to record camera positions in Poser.
How To: Make characters walk in Poser
Animating characters in Poser is amazingly easy. In this video tutorial you will learn how to make characters walk in Poser. You'll see how to use the walk designer, create a walk path, and walk the character along the path. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Make characters walk in Poser.
How To: Render cartoon-style images in Poser
Not all animations are meant to be lifelike. In this Poser video tutorial you will learn how to set up Poser to render cartoon-style images. You will learn to use Material Editor to do this, and it's really simple! Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Render cartoon-style images in Poser.
How To: Perform "face sculpting" in Poser
In this video tutorial you will learn how to perform single-frame head morphing. Learn to use the face room, adjust facial features with morph, fine-tune the adjustments, and apply it to the current model on stage. It's easy... and fun to do it too! Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Perform "face sculpting" in Poser.
How To: Create 3D faces out of photographs in Poser
Do you want to turn yourself or someone into a 3D character? In this Poser video tutorial you will learn how to create faces from existing pictures. Learn how to create a model's facial features from a front and side photo, and render the face with photographic textures. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Create 3D faces out of photographs in Poser.
How To: Create hair onto a figure's head in Poser
Creating hair is often a challenge in 3D modelling. In this video tutorial you will learn how to to create and adjust hair. Please note that this process is VERY processor intensive. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Create hair onto a figure's head in Poser.
How To: Link imported models to Poser figures
You can manipulate other objects beside human figure objects in Poser. In this Poser video tutorial you will learn how to link imported objects to models using the Change Parent menu. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Link imported models to Poser figures.
How To: Extract sound from a video file in AoA Audio Extractor
Ever wonder how to get the audio file out of your favorite dvd? Find out how to use AoA Audio Extractor to extract audio from a video file. Video quality is poor on this demonstration. Extract sound from a video file in AoA Audio Extractor.
How To: Burn TV shows to DVD
Have you been downloading or recording TV shows with your tuner card? Do you want to archive your collection of TV shows and free up space on your hard drive? In this video, CNET How-to Theater teaches you how to burn the shows to DVD.
How To: Print labels on DVDs and CDs
Want to give your home-brewed DVDs and CDs a more professional look? You can do it easily simply by adding labels! This CNET video teaches you how to print labels on DVDs and CDs.
How To: Digitize CDs
Do you have an iPod, and a bunch of music CDs? Ever wonder how to digitize the CDs into MP3 collections? Learn the easy way to rip songs out of your CDs in this CNET video.
How To: Change your password in FirstClass
Sharon Betts shows you how to change your Password in FirstClass. For those teachers who are not very computer savvy it is great because it has a step by step tutorial on how to change your password.
How To: Capture video from your computer screen
This video demonstrates how to capture a video of your screen without using any cameras. The video walks you through downloading and installing the right program and running the program to make your video.
How To: Play Google Video files in Windows Media Player
This video demonstrates how to download Google Video movies onto your computer and play them using Windows Media Player. The video walks you through downloading the right software, downloading the video you want, modifying the movie, and playing in Media Player. This video is silent and goes fast, so you will have to watch a few times to understand what is happening.
How To: Reduce video size for uploading
This video shows how to reduces video size for uploading. This makes the video take less storage space on your computer. Reduce video size for uploading.
How To: Cut Meshes in Blender 3D
This video tutorial shows you how to cut holes in mesh objects when using Blender 3D. This is important to know when building complex models from basic shapes. Cut Meshes in Blender 3D.
How To: Flow text around an image
Follow along with a short, technical tutorial explaining how to flow text around an image in Adobe Software applications. Although it's a touch dry, it does the trick. Flow text around an image.
How To: Model a railroad track in Softimage
This tutorial shows you how to model a railroad track (or rollercoaster track) using Softimage(XSI) 3D software. We're not sure what you'll need a railroad track for, but if you do, this video is perfect for you. Model a railroad track in Softimage.
How To: Burn CDs using Nero Express
This tutorial covers the process of how to burn a music CD using Nero Express. It's a simple video, but if you really need help beyond the Nero directions, then you can get all the details here.
How To: Use Paint Shop Pro
Paint Shop Pro is a program to edit video and photos. It is a basic PC program. Mike Purdy has been using Paint Shop Pro 7 as his primary editor for still images for over 7 years.