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How To: Create a pseudo 3D image from a photo in Inkscape
In this software tutorial you will learn how to turn a regular photo into a 3D looking image or make the photo pop out in a pseudo-3-dimensional way using Inkscape. This is a clever way to use Inkscape to play with photos and could be used for graphic design or scrapebooking type applications.
How To: Create a reminder note with scotch tape in Inkscape
Just what you need for your graphics projects - a graphical reminder note! This Inkscape software tutorial shows you how to create a reminder note complete with the scotch tape to "attach" it to documents. You should be able to easily find some creative uses for your graphical reminder "post it".
How To: Manually kern type in Inkscape
If you do any amount of graphic design or layout design, then you know the importance of using kerning when working with typeface. This Inkscape software tutorial shows you how to manually kern text within Inkscape. This isn't the best graphic design software, but it is open source and if you are using it for layout you may need to use text kerning and will find this video helpful.
How To: Make a paperclip in Inkscape
In this software tutorial you will learn how to make a simple paperclip from scratch using the curve tools in Inkscape. Inkscape is an open source freeware software so it's easy to get ahold of and start using for your graphic design needs.
How To: Create a button highlight effect in Inkscape
In this software tutorial you will learn how to create a highlight effect on an object in Inkscape. This particular Inkscape tutorial shows you how to make a highlight effect on a button giving it a more dimensional look.
How To: Draw a file folder in Inkscape
This software tutorial shows you how to draw a file folder from scratch in Inkscape. Besides learning how to create file folder images or icons, you will learn how to use some of the basic tools in Inkscape like the align tools.
How To: Create a shiny glass globe in Inkscape
This software tutorial shows you how to create a shiny glass globe from scratch in Inkscape. Learn how to use 2D effects to create a 3D looking sphere all within Inkscape.
How To: Use boolean operations in Inkscape
In this software tutorial you will learn how to use boolean operations in Inkscape to combine or remove two shapes. Boolean operations are an important part of modeling in 2D or 3D and give you a way to make fast and accurate shapes. So watch and learn how to work with booleans in Inkscape.
How To: Create a web 2.0 style button in Inkscape
In this Inkscape software tutorial you will see how to create a shiny web 2.0 style button or icon. There is no sound but the picture and mouse movements are clear enough to follow along visually. So watch and learn how to create a crisp reflective web 2.0 style button in Inkscape.
How To: Transfer attributes in Houdini 9
This Houdini 9 software video series focuses on examples of when and how to use Attribute Transfer. Part 1 covers Attribute Transfer One Point:
How To: Copy stamp in Houdini 9
In this video tutorial you will learn about a very powerful feature in Houdini called Copy Stamping.
How To: Setup dynamics and particles in Houdini 9
In this Houdini 9 video series, you will take a look at the new dynamics shelf tools and see how easy it is to create fairly complex simulations very quickly.
How To: Transfer particle color to boxes in Houdini 9
In this Houdini 9 video series, you will take a look at the new dynamics shelf tools in Houdini 9 and see how easy it is to create fairly complex simulations very quickly.
How To: Use takes in Houdini 9
In this software video series, you will learn how to use Takes in Houdini 9. Part one: Intro to Takes
How To: Navigate the Houdini 9 interface
In this video series, you will take a look a the new Houdini 9 interface and learn how it will make your work faster and easier.
How To: Build muscles with the muscle tool in Houdini 9
In the following lessons you will learn some essential tools and techniques for working with muscles in Houdini. In the first lesson, you will learn how to rig up a simple muscle arm using Houdini's Muscle tool. The Muscle tool uses meta-balls to capture your character's skin with realistic muscle/skin interaction.
How To: Mask in CompositeLab and VisionLab Studio
This tutorial examines the different mask shapes available in VisionLab Studio, CompositeLab and EngineLab and how to use them for compositing. Most of the information also applies to garbage mattes. Learn how to use masks and mask shapes in VisionLab studio. Mask in CompositeLab and VisionLab Studio.
How To: Design scroll saw patterns with Corel Draw
This scroll saw pattern tutorial shows you how to work with Corel Draw vector graphics drawing software to create your woodworking patterns. If you love cutting, but haven't tried designing, this video will give you some ideas on how to get started creating your own scroll saw patterns using Corel Draw.
How To: Use rectangle, ellipse and polygon tools in Corel Draw
If you are new to Corel Draw, you need to learn how to use some of the very basic tools provided. In this beginners tutorial you will learn how to work with the rectangle tool, ellipse tool and polygon tool in Corel Draw vector graphics drawing software. See how you can apply these tools to your scroll saw patterns as well.
How To: Create portrait scroll saw patterns in Corel Draw
In this Corel Draw software tutorial you will learn how to draw portrait patterns to be used in your scroll saw woodworking. In this tutorial you will not have to draw portraits from scratch but convert photos into patterns within Corel Draw.
How To: Use the Corel Draw bezier tool for scroll saw patterns
The bezier tool in Corel Draw allows you to create a certain type of curve. In this tutorial you will learn how to work with and control the bezier tool in Corel Draw as you create scroll saw patterns.
How To: Create word art in Corel Draw for scroll saw patterns
In this scroll saw woodworking pattern tutorial you will learn how to create word art in Corel Draw vector graphics drawing software and use that word art as part of your scroll saw pattern designs.
How To: Use Corel Draw envelope tool in scroll saw patterns
In this scroll saw pattern creation tutorial you will learn how to work with another tool in Corel Draw. Watch and learn how to use the envelope tool in Corel Draw to aid in your scroll saw pattern design.
How To: Draw artsy text in Corel Draw for scroll saw patterns
This software tutorial shows you how to draw artistic text and artsy shapes in Corel Draw X3 that can be used for scroll saw patterns. If you do scroll saw woodworking and like to create your own patterns, learn how to get started by creating artistic text in Corel Draw X3.
How To: Draw a heart box scroll saw pattern in Corel Draw X3
This scroll saw woodworking pattern tutorial shows you how to create a heart jewelery box pattern in Corel Draw X3. Corel Draw allows you to draw vector based patterns that you can print and use for your scroll saw creations. This particular pattern will be used to make a heart box.
How To: Use the interactive contour tool in Corel Draw X3
This Corel Draw X3 vector graphics drawing software tutorial shows you how to use the interactive contour tool. Learn how to use the interactive contour tool in Corel Draw X3 to create scroll saw patterns for your scroll saw woodworking projects.
How To: Scan clip art into Corel Draw for scroll saw patterns
In this scroll saw woodworking pattern making tutorial you will learn how to get the clip art you find off the computer, into the computer and into Corel Draw X3 so you can use it for your scroll saw patterns. Watch and see how easy it is to scan clip art into Corel Draw X3 and start making new scroll art patterns.
How To: Put text on a curve in Corel Draw X3
This Corel Draw vector graphics drawing software tutorial shows you how to type text along a curve. Specifically you will learn how to draw a curve, and get text to follow the curve as part of making scroll saw patterns. If you are a pattern maker or not, you can learn how easy it is to put text on a curve in Corel Draw X3 in this video.
How To: Use the Corel Draw X3 interface
If you have never used Corel Draw X3 vector graphics drawing software, then this tutorial will show you how to get started by walking you through the user interface. Once you can navigate the Corel Draw interface, then you can create drawings and scroll saw patterns.
How To: Draw scroll saw patterns with clip art in Corel Draw
In this scroll saw woodworking pattern creation tutorial you will learn how to use the Corel Draw vector graphics drawing software to create a simple scroll saw pattern. You will learn how to use the clip art available in Corel Draw to create scroll saw patterns.
How To: Create a basic scroll saw pattern in Corel Draw
This software tutorial is for scroll saw woodworking pattern creating beginners. If you haven't done much scroll saw work, or created any of your own patterns, this tutorial will show you how to make a basic scroll saw pattern in Corel Draw vector drawing software.
How To: Use Corel Draw X3 envelope tool in scroll saw patterns
This software tutorial shows you how to use the interactive envelope tool in Corel Draw X3 to create scroll saw patterns. If you are a scroll saw woodworker and want to create your own patterns, you can learn how with the interactive envelope tool and Corel Draw X3.
How To: Use Corel Draw x3 pick tool for scroll saw patterns
In this scroll saw woodworking tutorial you will learn how to work on your scroll saw pattern development in Corel Draw X3. Corel Draw is a vector based drawing software and you will learn why vector graphics are better than bitmap graphics for scroll saw patterns and also how to use the pick tool.
How To: Use guidelines in Corel Draw for scroll saw patterns
If you do scroll saw woodworking art and create your own patterns, a great way to create those patterns is in Corel Draw. In this video you will learn how to use the guideline tools in Corel Draw to help align your scroll saw patterns as you create them.
How To: Move and position objects in Corel Draw X3
In this Corel Draw tutorial you will learn how to move and position objects in Corel Draw X3 to help create scroll saw patterns. If you create scroll saw woodwork and are into making your own patterns, this Corel Draw X3 tutorial will help you move and position objects.
How To: Create films in Stop Motion Animator
This tutorial shows you how to download, install and use the free program Stop Motion Animator. See how to set up and configure your animation settings, how to set the proper compression and then use the camera on your computer to shoot the frames for a stop motion animation. When finished, just output directly from the Stop Motion Animator software and you'll have your stop motion film done. Stop Motion Animator makes creating films as easy as this three minute tutorial.
How To: Create a Dubset wobble bass sound with MASSIVE
This tutorial demonstrates use of the Native Instruments' MASSIVE synthesizer, which shifted the paradigm for software synthesis development in late 2006. MASSIVE's fat, analog sound is unique to the soft-synth world, offering a wide scope of sound design possibilities. But underneath all that, it is an extremely simple-to-use, great-sounding engine that can provide some of the baddest bass tones you've ever heard. And remember: all patches discussed in the video are available through http://...
How To: Set up Native Instrument's Traktor Scratch system
This video is a tutorial for setting up Native Instruments' Traktor Scratch system. While the setup can seem a bit confusing, with this video's help, you will be able to setup and use your system easily. You should practice setting this system up repeatedly, especially if you intend to use it in live performance, so that setup is quick, and troubleshooting is straight forward rather than a sweaty, nervous mess!
How To: Create captioned podcasts with QuickTime Pro
One of the cheaper ways to create a captioned podcast is with QuickTime pro. This tutorial from Donna Eyestone will walk you through the captioning process, from generating a text document to deciding upon display settings. Take a look!
How To: Overlay text in Corel Paint Shop Pro X
This software tutorial shows you how to work with images and text in Corel Paint Shop Pro X. Learn how to create and modify text and overlay the text on images in Paint Shop Pro. Overlay text in Corel Paint Shop Pro X.