DIY Filmmaking How-Tos
How To: Get a Perfect Chroma Key - Every Time!
Video: . In this tutorial I show you how to get a perfect Chroma Key using After Effects.
How to Tutorial: RayFire Basics
Video: . I have a new tutorial explaining the basic use of RayFire for 3dsmax.
How To: How 3ds Max Network Rendering Works and How to Queue Multiple Scenes for Rendering
Hey all, in this video tutorial I explain 3ds Max Network Rendering, and queuing multiple scenes for rendering.
How To: Build a DSLR Helmet Rig
This tutorial shows you how to build a helmet rig for DSLRs to achieve a first person look. This is a minimalist rig, its rather simple looking and easy to make. Check out the tutorial for more information and the Schematics of the rig.
How to VFX Tutorial: StarCraft II Real Life
Hi Everybody, New tutorial up - Real Life StarCraft II. In this tutorial I go through free move camera tracking, then importing the camera tracking to 3dsmax, placing StarCraft models into the scene, rendering 3 passes and back to After Effects for compositing.
Tutorial: Creating a 3D Laser in After Effects
Hi All, I have a new VFX tutorial online - this time I show you how to create a 3D laser in After Effects using the Trapcode Form plugin.
How To: Fig Rig & Compact Lighting Packages - an Intro! | Gear Guide
The Toronto International Film Festival is but a distant memory, though we are still getting compliments on all the awesome footage we shot, both for our Midnight Madness coverage and interviews with directors like Don Coscarelli and Rob Stewart. But here's the thing - we had big, large help. Even though we've been at it for 5 years, shooting an event like TIFF is never easy! It's hectic and unpredictable and as a result, getting good looking footage can be difficult if you don't have the rig...
How To: Color Grade an Entire Edit or Sequence
Hey Everybody, I have uploaded a new video tutorial on: How to Color Correct / Color Grade an entire sequence using Final Cut Pro 7 and Apple's Color.
How To: Remove Video Noise in After Effects
Hey everybody, ever wondered how to professionally remove unwanted video noise from your videos? Check out this tutorial on using the Neat Video plugin for After Effects.
How To: Tunnelvizion TV (Filmmaking / VFX / Tutorials)
Hi Everyone, Are you interested in Filmmaking, VFX, Compositing etc? Please go and have a look at my YouTube channel and subscribe if you enjoy the content. I upload VFX videos alongside Tutorials covering different VFX & Filmmaking topics.
Tutorial: Color Grading and Styling with Colorista II
Hey all DIY Filmmakers I have uploaded a new video tutorial on Color Grading / Styling using Magic Bullet's Colorista II. A real simple way of adding some awesome color styles to your film / music video etc.
Tutorial: Editing a Music Video
Heya Everybody, I have a brand new tutorial online - this time covering the topic of Music Video Editing and basic workflow processes like converting footage from a Canon 5D.
THE FILM LAB: Shadows on the Wall (and how to get 'em off)
Making a film? Is it your first time? Have you got your actors pushed right up against the wall? Can you see their shadows? BIG MISTAKE, rookie... Here's Mike with two quick tips to help you out.
How To: THE FILM LAB - HOW TO GET FILM FEST 'RUSH' TIX
Forgot to buy tickets for TIFF? All your favourite movies sold out? Well put away those razor blades, because you've still got a chance...
How To: THE FILM LAB - How 3D Movies Work
Rajo lays out a fairly basic primer on 3D film technology. Show of hands, who's going to Pirhana 3D this friday?