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How to make a dreamcatcher using only duct tape

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:13:26 GMT

Make a dreamcatcher from duct tape and show everybody your creativity and resourcefulness! This tutorial video from Ducttapestuff shows you how to make this object from a roll of duct tape, a hobby knife and a cutting mat. You are limited only by your imagination!

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How to give your scarves a new look and a new style

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 21:58:59 GMT

It's only halfway through winter, but you're already tired of wearing your scarves the same way. This tutorial shows you a few ideas on different ways to wear your scarves or square ponchos in a fun and fresh new way.

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How to make a mini chapstick holder with duct tape

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:12:05 GMT

OK, you love your chapstick, but you don't love the generic look of it's container. Well, grab that handy duct tape and pimp that chapstick holder out! In this short, simple tutorial you can create a decorative chapstick holder that's sure to impress back at the ski challet.

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How to make a guitar strap out of duct tape

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:11:20 GMT

Time to trade in that rainbow guitar strap from something that fits your rock n' roll attitude. Well, nothing screams grunge louder than a guitar strap made out of duct tape. This simple tutorial shows you how to wrap it up, then strap it up. Rock on!

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How to make a small mini wallet out of duct tape

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:10:35 GMT

Not comfortable with your leather wallet? Even your canvas one feels a little too bourgeois? Well, grab that roll of duct tape, check out this video and learn how to make a duct tape mini-wallet, the bluest of blue collar bi-fold wallets. Be the envy of the local collision repair shop with this super cheap and easy bifold.

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How to make a school binder with duct tape

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:09:51 GMT

Want a slick school binder to set yourself apart from your friends? Check out this sweet little tutorial and learn how to make a school binder out of duct tape. You'll need a roll of duct tape and a passion to create.

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How to draw a sketch of rap star Jay-Z step by step

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 17:57:26 GMT

Reduce the human face to a series of basic lines and shapes so you can easily draw anything. This tutorial shows you how to use this technique to draw a realistic and fully proportionate sketch of the rap star Jay-Z.

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How to draw Eminem's face completely from memory

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 17:57:21 GMT

This tutorial shows you how you can draw a picture of Eminmem almost completely from memory. Draw the rap star in three quarters view, and make sure that you have all the facial proportions (such as the spacing of the eyes and lips) correct.

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How to draw any face realisticaly in profile

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 17:57:17 GMT

Draw any face in side view completely from memory! This tutorial teaches you several proportion tricks, such as how to space the ears and eyes relative to each other or the shape of the head, when you're trying to draw someone in profile.

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How to draw a female face in profile

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 17:57:13 GMT

This tutorial shows you everything, from the overview of the shape of the face to the proportions to all the little details that will make your drawings realistic. Here is the best way to draw female face from a side view.

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How to create an easy and inexpensive seamless white background for photography

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:14:32 GMT

Love the look of the seamless white background in some trendy photographs? You don't need to pay for expensive remodeling to your studio - this video explains a very simple and inexpensive technique you can use to achieve this same effect in your low budget studio.

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How to convert H264 files into an editable format

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 23:20:45 GMT

So you've taken a plethora of photographs, but now it's time to edit them. How can you easily convert your Canon photos into an easily editable format? You can use these free pieces of software to convert and edit your digital images.

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How to choose the right sensor for your DSLR camera

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 23:20:33 GMT

There are a variety of sensors on the market for your digital SLR camera - but which one is the right for you? This tutorial gives you a good run down of each sensor with their strengths and weaknesses so you can easily pick the best one for you.

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How to build your own 35mm lens adapter for a Canon HV20 camera

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:17:15 GMT

You don't have to spend lots of money for an expensive lens adapter! You can make one at home. This tutorial shows you how you can take some basic camera equipment, a little extra hardware and make a 35mm lens adapter for a Canon HV20 digital camera.

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How to properly clean the sensor on your digital SLR camera

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:13:13 GMT

If there's a tiny piece of dirt or hair that's ruining your shots, it's time to clean the sensor on your DSLR camera. This tutorial shows you the right equipment and technique to effectively and safely clean the sensor on your camera.

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How to use the .thm files when filming movies with a Canon camera

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:11:50 GMT

What's this mysterious .thm file? Why are they cluttering up your SD card? Can they be safely deleted? This video has the answers! A .thm file is created specifically by Canon cameras when you're filming a movie, and this video shows you how to use your .thm files.

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How To Develop Kodachrome Film (B&W Hand Processing & Kodak's K-14 Process)

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 21:18:58 GMT

Remember KODACHROME? That color reversal film from Kodak? The film that was the inspiration for Paul Simon? The only brand of film to have a state park named after it?

Soon, that's all you'll be able to do— remember it— because today is the last day that any kind of Kodak Kodachrome film will be developed. We're talking every kind— Super 8, Double 8, 120, 8mm, 16mm, 35mm, movie film— you name it— if it's Kodachrome, it's soon to be extinct.

Actually, today's not the last day of development. The last rolls of Kodachrome film are being accepted today for development at Dwayne's Photo in Parsons, Kansas, the only photo processing company in the world that can develop Kodachrome.

Kodak slowly phased out the materials needed to make and develop the film, but Dwayne's Photo kept it alive by using the K-14 process, that is, until today.

So, if you forgot to send in your masterpiece Kodachrome motion picture, you're out of luck. It's doomed to an eternity of dust, until is spontaneously combusts. Unless you figure out how to develop the film yourself.

Wikipedia states that "Kodachrome required complex processing that could not practicably be carried out by amateurs." But who cares what Wikipedia says? Or anyone for that matter? A little DIY development never hurt anybody. But it seems like you'll only be able to develop it as black & white film.

Below are a few places that have information on possible development techniques for Kodachrome film.

Processing KODACHROME Film (from Kodak)

Surprisingly, Eastman Kodak published Processing Steps: Processing KODACHROME Film in 2000. Check out the images below for the guide, or download the complete PDF from Kodak. Surely, if you have the skill, you may be able to figure out how to use these directions to create your own Kodachrome lab.

Processing KODACHROME Film (Visual Guide)

Ronald Andrews published a PowerPoint document of the K-14 film developing process, which can further help all you DIY photo developers. You can get more information about Kodachrome on his site. Below are the images and steps from the PowerPoint.

Hand Processing Kodachrome Film

Another photography guru, Ralph Dickinson, has some information about developing Kodachrome.

Unfortunately, there are no chemicals (that I've heard of) available for hand processing Kodachrome. However, we can get around this by using black and white chemicals and changing the developing times.

To see how he recommends you hand develop Kodachrome film, visit the how-to on his website.

Processing Details and B&W Development

One of the best instructions found comes from the comments of a response to a question regarding Kodachrome B&W processing in the forums at Photo.net. Alan Marcus, who worked at Dynacolor (a knock-off of Kodachrome) many years ago, had this to say about B&W development:

Kodachrome color film is made using three separate black & white emulsions sandwiched onto a single support. Each layer responds to specific frequencies of the spectrum (red - green -blue). During the developing process, a black & white negative image is formed by developing the film in an energetic black & white developer. The developer used is a rather ordinary in that it combines two developing agents. This combination is known in the trade as superadditive. The two agents are metol combined with hydroquinone. In an earlier time, hydroquinone was called quinol, thus the nicknname MQ. Kodak D-76 is an excellent example and it will work well for this purpose.

In the actual color developing process, after the black & white negative image appears, Kodachrome film is treated using two reversal exposures and one chemical reversal, each followed by a dye bath. The film is then bleached and fixedto remove unexposed silver and silver images. Dyes are induced during the process. This type of film type is called in the trade, non-incorporated. Whereas Ektachrome E-6 and Kodacolor C-41 have a simpler process because these films have dyes incorporated in then during manufacture.

Now Kodachrome wears an undercoating consisting of a heavy layer of carbon black. This layer protects the film from exposure when loaded into a motion picture camera, while on a reel. It protects against exposure from the rear in reflex movie camera and prevents halation's. Now this anti-halation coat is an acid plastic that is soluble in an alkaline bath. The backing called rem-jet and its difficult to remove. In the Kodachrome process the film is pre-soaked in an alkaline bath. This temporally hardens the film allowing it to withstand the rigorous of machine processing and also softens the rem-jet which is removed by buffing with soft spinning cloth rollers.

You can processes Kodachome as a black & white using most any common developer. After processing the rem-jet backing can be removed by buffing the back of the film with a soft well washed T-shirt. Removal can be difficult thus the following solution softens.

To make 1 liter:
Water 800ml (warm)
Borax 20g
Sodium Sulfate 100g
Sodium Hydroxide 1g

To see the full post, and subsequent comments, visit the forum question at Photo.net.

Kodachrome Galleries

If you're not interesting in developing Kodachrome, you must at least be curious to what the fuss is about. The Atlantic has a great Kodachrome gallery, complete with video footage, showcasing some really breathtaking moments in Kodachrome history. Check it out.

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How to make your own multi-wrap dress with just a little sewing

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:01:58 GMT

This dress can be wrapped, draped or tied any way that suits you, depending on where you're going. Choose a lightweight fabric, like silk or satin, when your'e sewing this dress. All you need is a few yards of fabric and your usual sewing notions.

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How to sew yourself a festive holiday dress at home

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:01:54 GMT

Perfect for the holidays! Make a quick and easy red hoilday dress, with white fur trim! Dress it up with a Santa hat, and you have the perfect dress for holiday festivities! You don't need anything special, just a few notions and a sewing machine.

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How to make an asymmetrical summer dress in less than two minutes

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:01:50 GMT

You barely even need a sewing machine to make this dress! All you need is a length of your favorite fabric. Wrap it around yourself, tie one shoulder and then sew up the side seam. Now all you need is to pick which shoes you're going to wear with it!

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How To Take Great New Years Pictures This New Year's Eve (7 Tips for a Wild Night)

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 00:05:32 GMT

New Year's Eve. It will be one hell of a chaotic night. Trust me.

The overcrowded streets. Long lines for the urinal. Maxing out your credit card on that shot of Cuervo. You'll be lucky to make it out alive.

If you do manage to stave off alcohol poisoning and survive the ascent into 2011, then you better have some kick ass battle scars, i.e. some great New Year's Eve pictures!

But first, you need to refresh your digital photography skills. Whether you have one of those expensive DSLRs, a basic handheld digital camera or even your iPhone, these night shooting tips should help you get stunning New Year's Eve photos every time.

Step 1 Know Your Camera

This is absolutely the first thing you should know— YOUR CAMERA! If you're not even sure what kind of camera you have, then you might as well just stop right now. If you have a Canon, Kodak, Nikon, Sony— whatever— then read through your camera's operating manual to re-familiarize yourself with the controls and functions. To get a better grasp on your device, check out some of the tutorials on WonderHowTo. Browse the digital camera section or search for your model above.

Step 2 Protect Your Camera

Remember— this isn't just a stroll down the park— this is New Year's Eve. This is that one night a year where all the rules break, and possibly even your camera. Make sure you have it well protected. Carry it in its protective carrying case when not in use. If you don't have one— get one. The last thing you need is someone spilling a tall beer all over it.

But if you're one of those photographers that needs the camera ready at all times, then skip the case. Use your hand. Or your pocket. Whatever means necessary to protect it from stray fireworks and urine puddles on the street.

Perhaps your best friend, the condom, can pull double duty on New Year's Eve. Click here to see how to use a condom as a waterproof cover.

Step 3 Basic Compositional Rules

What's that one thing everyone always talks about? Oh yeah— the RULE OF THIRDS!

Always think of your soon-to-be pictures in grids. Divide your camera's viewfinder into thirds, vertically and horizontally, giving you nine equal parts. Some digital cameras have a feature that automatically shows you the grid on the LCD screen. I highly suggest you use it until it becomes intuitive to you.

The subject of your photograph should be either along one of the lines or at an intersection. This will create more tension, energy and interest in your picture. Which of the pictures below looks better? The one on the left or one on the right?

The right? Right? Yes.

Again...

The right? Right? Yes.

The same goes for human subjects. Click here to learn more about the rule of thirds.

Step 4 Avoid Bright Backlighting

It's New Year's Eve for Christ's sake. It's going to be dark and there's going to be bright lights all over the place. The key to great New Year's photos is to make sure all of the bright lights are behind you, the master photographer, instead of behind your subject. Otherwise, you'll get a darkened room and an even darker subject.

Use your camera's features to zone in on your focus point, which can detect the correct exposure. But if you rely completely on your camera to do all of the work, you might as well just put the camera down and pick up the Heineken, because it's going to be a long night. Try to read up on how to get the proper exposure for your model camera. And remember, the wider your iris is open and the longer the shutter speed is, the better shot you'll get in dark scenes.

Click here for more information on proper night exposure.

And this step also requires one thing...

Step 5 Avoid the Built-in Flash on Your Cameras

Nothing good ever came from a flash on New Year's Eve. Well, maybe. It depends on what kind of flash you have. If you have a handheld Coolpix or similar camera, it's best to make sure your flash is turned off. All you'll get is brightly lit faces, void of any natural color, with the background drowned out. They'll look grotesque. Disgusting shadows will hide behind their facial features. It's pure amateur night. Don't use the flash. Use the foreground lighting to brighten your subject and bump up the ISO if you have to. I'd say "natural" lighting, but there isn't really anything natural about neon lights and fireworks.

This photo below was taken in a dark room with a very bright flash, which drowned out any details and made her paler than a ghost. On the right, the flash also was too strong.

Some say that placing semi-translucent tape across their camera's flash will diffuse the bright light it creates, cutting down on the ghostly effect. If you love your flash, give that a try. You may just come out with some decent photographs.

Click here to learn more about camera flashes.

Step 6 Avoid Auto Modes (Or Maybe Not... Just This Once)

Depending on what level you are with taking pictures, this could go either way. My opinion— drop the auto modes. Hone your skills at the manual mode.

But really? On New Year's Eve?

Yes, that is, if you're already a pro at adjusting all of the settings manually. Otherwise, you only have so much time to prepare, and once you get a few brewskies in you, you're not going to remember your focus from your flash. So, by all means, this one day out of the year, use your auto modes (except flash, of course).

I probably will.

Click here to learn more about your camera and auto modes.

Step 7 Keep the Picture Crashers OUT!

Okay, you're bound to get at least one image with some guy you don't know in the background waving at you, wrecking a potentially awesome pic. Those creepers are hard to look out for, and they'll show up in the damnedest places, but you need to keep your eye out for them.

If you do take a sabotaged picture, flip them off and take another, after they sulk away. This is where your CIA training comes in handy. You need eyes in the back of your head. Except, the likelihood of one of these photo crashers sneaking past unnoticed rises as you keep sipping on that Margarita.

If you want to make some resolutions this New Year about improving your picture-taking skills, check out Mostly Lisa for 10 New Years Resolutions Every Photographer Should Make.

Image credits: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

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How to make your own pinhole lens for a digital SLR camera

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:02:21 GMT

This is a lens you can make yourself easily. You will need a drill, a needle, a body cap, tape, aluminum foil, a ruler or measuring tape and a pencil or piece of chalk to mark where the hole should go.

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How to use a double axis bubble level with your camera

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:02:06 GMT

This is a useful tip that can show you how to use a bubble level with a double axis to make sure your shots are perfectly balanced. Avoid having to adjust your photographs or crop part away by making sure your camera is level when you're shooting.

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How to use your Nikon D90 and Final Cut Pro together

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:01:30 GMT

This is a workflow tutorial for people who use the Nikon D90 camera and do most of the post production in Adobe After Effects. Convert, cut and export your video easily, and even fix the stair-stepping problem that might crop up.

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How to improve your photographs by using the Rule of Thirds

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 22:57:43 GMT

The Rule of Thirds has you divide your shot into three seconds, both horizontal and vertical, so you can add the emphasis where you want it. Here is how you can use this rule to improve the composition of your own photographs.

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How to shop online easily and effectively for the best DSLR camera

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 22:55:24 GMT

This tutorial shows you what to look for when you're shopping online for cameras. Find the best one possible, and, also important - be able to identify and avoid scams. If the price seems too low to be true, it's probably a grey market dealer.

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How to shoot effective photographs of the Northern Lights with an XDCAM

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 01:15:50 GMT

The Northern Lights is a beautiful meterological effect, but it can be difficult to capture this beauty on film. This tutorial shows you how to use the Sony XDCAM (because it has a slow shutter) and a time lapse techique to photograh the Aurora Borealis.

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How to shoot high key portraits with a Lastolite HiLite background

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 21:53:10 GMT

This is a quick and dirty tutorial that gives you some useful tips when you're trying to shoot simple high key portraits. You can accomplish this with just two lights and a Lastlite HiLite background, and here is how it works!

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How to take excellent photographs or film during night

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 21:52:14 GMT

This is a video of a lecture, and shows any photographer the best way to set up night shots, starting with equipment (lighting is especially important, for obvious reasons) and then moving on to tips and strategies for framing good night shots.

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How to draw and color a beautiful Christmas tree

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 01:17:27 GMT

Here's a neat little demonstration video on how to draw a Christmas tree using a pencil, an eraser and pen. This tree will be drawn with a more realistic looking drawing style, compared to the simplified abstract stack of triangles that people normally draw Christmas trees with. British children's author Shoo Rayner, writer and illustrator of over 200 books, shows you how.

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How to make Christmas sugar donuts out of polymer clay

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:57:30 GMT

Here's another great project for the holidays - use some polymer clay to make a holiday sugar donut! This tutorial also shows you a few remedial steps you can take if a given project isn't turning out quite the way you want it.

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How to make brooches out of felt that resemble old Hollywood stars

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:53:21 GMT

This tutorial uses Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn for inspiration, but you can use this to make a brooch resembling any Hollywood icon or celebrity! You will need some felt, some yarn for the hair, rhinestones for accents and a craft pen for details.

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How to make your own Christmas tree ornaments out of polymer clay

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:52:48 GMT

This tutorial shows you how to make a gingerbread man, a snowflake, a present, a candy cane and a stocking out of polymer clay. Besides the clay, you will also need thread, a needle or toothpick, an oven, a baking sheet and some tinfoil.

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How to make Christmas tree ornaments by hand out of polymer clay

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:00:42 GMT

This is a great craft project that you can use to make cute and festive Christmas ornaments out of polymer clay. You will also need cookie cutters, sanding paper, rubber stamps, a wavy blade, a straight blade, some makeup powders and acrylic paints.

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How to take photographs and use special effects when taking Christmas tree pictures

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 19:38:14 GMT

If you have a DSLR, you can take some interesting photographs of Christmas trees and holiday lights this year. Here are six different ways to achieve a special effects look for your Christmas photographs by adjusting the settings on your camera.

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How to draw a male torso or man's body for anime or manga

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 23:06:18 GMT

This instructional video will teach how to sketch and draw the male body (a man's torso or upper body, chest, abs, rib cage, and shoulders) for character design, comics, manga, anime and video game concept art. Learn step by step how to draw from a simplified torso and upper body using geometric shapes. Learn how to sketch and construct a basic body form quickly. The video demonstrates and narra

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How to sketch a woman's face at 3/4 profile

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 22:22:18 GMT

Learn how to sketch a woman's face at 3/4 profile. This drawing tutorial is done in Photoshop.

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How to sew a simple and romantic halter dress out of scarves

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 20:02:20 GMT

This shows you how to make a beautiful and simple halter dress. You will need at least one scarf (more if they are sheer), a few yards of your favorite fabric, scissors, a needle and thread, and a measuring tape.

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How to throw clay mortar and pestles on a pottery wheel

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:32:41 GMT

A mortar and pestle is a pair of tools that has been used since antiquity for grinding spices. This tutorial shows you how to turn some raw clay into a ceramic mortar and pestle on a pottery wheel. Make sure to glaze it using non-toxic glaze!

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How to draw over one hundred manga or anime eyes easily

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:32:32 GMT

Eyes can be used for a variety of expressions, especially in manga or anime where they tend to be very large and round. This tutorial shows you a way to quickly and easily draw one hundred eyes for your manga or anime characters.

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How to master proportions when drawing the human face

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:32:13 GMT

This tutorial shows you how to master the use of proprortions. Ignore most of the formulas given in professional books. Learn how to draw accurate and proportionate human faces directly from memory, and learn the most accurate proportions for the human face.

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How to make a reversible polar fleece dolman sleeve jacket

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:26:51 GMT

This jacket requires very little fitting and is easy to make, which makes it an ideal idea as a gift. This tutorial shows you how to take any pattern for a dolman sleeve jacket and turn it into a reversible jacket. Make it out of polar fleece for a lovely winter coat.

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How to make over a bland and boring blazer into something exciting

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:26:31 GMT

Have a boring, outdated blazer or jacket in your closet? This tutorial gives you some great ideas on how to turn a boring white linen blazer into something a little more stylish and trendy. You will need a sewing machine for most of these ideas.

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How to make a series of mesh bags to organize your various crafting supplies

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:58:58 GMT

Whether you're a knitter, quilter, sewer or other crafter, you no doubt have a plethora of supplies that can sometimes be challenging to organize. This tutorial shows you how to make craft organizers out of mesh bags or clear vinyl. Make for yourself or as a gift!

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How to draw a pair of Pilgrim ladies for Thanksgiving

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:48:43 GMT

A great idea for your Thanksgiving decorations - or perhaps just a fun, seasonal activity. Draw a pair of Pilgrim ladies, in their tradtional clothes, as they bring food for the feast. All you need is some paper, pencils, ink pens and an eraser!

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How to draw a simple sketch of a Thanksgiving turkey

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:48:33 GMT

This guy looks a little nervous - as well he should be, for it's Thanksgiving season and someone might be wondering how he'll taste in a deep fryer! All you need is some paper, pencils, ink pens and an eraser!

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How to make a small Christmas pudding charm out of clay

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 01:23:55 GMT

This tutorial uses a few small pieces of polymer clay, and a few pieces of Sculpey. Make your own tiny Christmas pudding! You can use this as a decoration for a tree, a table spread or a cute addition to a gift!

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How to draw a nerdy guy with glasses, braces and big ears

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 18:30:36 GMT

Portrait drawings are difficult for most artists, but one thing's for sure— drawing nerds is as easy as they come. Nerds are easier to draw because you can stray from the formality of portraits, putting your own spin on it, over-compensating the details, exaggerating the dorky features. It's a drawing class in its own, and Merrill shows you how to draw his version o

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How to draw a realistic copy of the superhero Green Lantern

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:56:30 GMT

With the movie coming out soon, everyone is going to want to learn how to draw their own version of the Green Lantern. This video goes into strong detail and shows you how you can draw a Green Lantern in about an hour.

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How to draw someone with pronounced arm muscles from the back

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:56:27 GMT

Draw someone from behind who has muscular arms! Arms look different from the back than they do the front, and this video tutorial goes over in detail how you can accurately draw arm muscles from the back point of view.

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How to draw someone with muscular arms from the side view

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:56:23 GMT

If you're drawing someone in profile, and they have strong, muscular arms, you'll need this tutorial. It demonstrates how you can draw people from the side and, using perspective and a strong working knowledge of the human body, draw realistic arm muscles.

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How to draw a muscular arm from the front view

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:56:14 GMT

If you want to draw someone with a muscular arm from the front, this tutorial is for you. Using perspective and an advanced knowledge of the human body, you're shown how to draw male and female arm muscles using the front view.

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How to draw four different styles of manga hair for girls and boys

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:56:10 GMT

This tutorial shows you how to add hair to a manga face. Two male hairstyles and two female hairstyles are demonstrated - a bun or topknot and loose hair for women, and a short shaggy cut and long ponytail for men.

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How to draw the Annoying Orange using colored pencils and pens

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:44:49 GMT

Animation tutorial not included. Be warned, this is a very annoying tutorial. You will learn how to draw the Annoying Orange step by step, starting with a pencil and then adding ink and colored touches near the end of the project.

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How to draw a male pilgrim for Thanksgiving

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:40:27 GMT

You can use this project for any sort of school project, decoration, poster, invitation or other Thanksgiving themed craft. This easy tutorial shows you how to draw a simple sketch of a pilgrim father, complete with buckled hat and shoes!

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How to throw a small ceramic mixing bowl on a pottery wheel

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:40:15 GMT

A perfect idea for a gift this holiday season! Throw a mixing bowl or ceramic serving dish on a pottery wheel. Make sure you use a non toxic glaze, with no lead in it, if you're using it to store or serve food!

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How to throw a ceramic bottle or bud vase on a pottery wheel

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:40:09 GMT

A bud vase is a small vase, about as large as a bottle, which holds small flowers - or buds. This tutorial shows you a few different methods you can use to throw one of these small vases on a pottery wheel.

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How to throw double bowls on a pottery wheel

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:40:00 GMT

Double bowls are bowls that are connected together, such as a container that can be used for dip and salsa. This tutorial shows you how you can throw two similar bowls and attach them to create your own ceramic double bowls.

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How to make a chic seat cover with a holiday theme

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:39:54 GMT

Planning on having guests over this holiday season? Spruce up some old chairs - it doesn't matter how ugly they might be! Cut out some plain white fabric to make the seat cover, and then tie some sheer ribbon around in a bow!

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How to make your own pair of flip flop sandals out of duct tape

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:39:50 GMT

Of course you can make anything out of duct tape - even shoes! This tutorial shows you how to take your foot measurements and then use that to make your own pair of flip flops or thong sandals out of duct tape.

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How to make a Thanksgiving shirt with puff paint and a picture of a turkey

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 23:40:56 GMT

You will need a basic T-shirt in a solid color, a picture of a turkey for reference, and a collection of puff paint in fall colors. Follow along with the tutorial - this project makes a great gift if you're visiting for Thanksgiving.

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How to draw a WTF expression

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 03:29:47 GMT

If you've ever wanted to master the art of the "WTF" expression, this is the tutorial for you. In this video, you'll be taught how to sketch a surprised look. It's mostly in the eyes and the eyebrows, so pay close attention!

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How To Draw Disney's Most Famous Cartoon Character — Mickey Mouse

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:41:44 GMT

On November 18th, 1928 a star was born. His name— Mickey Mouse. Actually, Walt Disney's most famous character appeared before that date, but nonetheless, November 18th is known as Mickey Mouse Day, because that's when he appeared in Steamboat Willie, the first cartoon to feature synchronized sound.

Celebrate Mickey Mouse Day the right way, either by watching Mickey's cartoons OR by drawing him yourself!

It doesn't take much to create a high-quality looking sketch of Mickey. He's really just a bunch of circles, so you needn't be a professional animator to get it right.

The three drawing lessons below all follow the same general technique for drawing Mickey. The last video features Disney master artist John Quinn and his professional method of recreating Disney's most memorable cartoon character.

* For a detailed step-by-step illustrated book entitled "How to Draw Mickey Mouse" by Walt Disney (1973), scroll to the bottom of this article.

Drawing Mickey — Sketch & Color

Create an easy drawing of the Disney character Mickey Mouse

Drawing Mickey — Detailed Sketch

Do a quality drawing of Disney's Mickey Mouse

Drawing Mickey — Disney's Way

Draw Mickey Mouse like a Disney animator

"How to Draw Mickey Mouse" by Walt Disney

Michael Sporn posted a book on his website that came straight from Walt Disney.

"This is actually a copy of the book that they gave out at the Disney/Lincoln Center event in 1973. They’re identical to the Disneyland books, though they lack the colored pages."

For the rest of the images from this Disney lesson on drawing Mickey Mouse, visit Michael Sporn Animation.

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How to do a quality drawing of Disney's Mickey Mouse

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:13:06 GMT

Love Mickey Mouse? Then show your love for the famous Walt Disney character by drawing him. But don't worry, you need not be an artist to make a great Mickey drawing. It's really just a bunch of circles. Follow along with this video to sketch Mickey out the easiest way possible!

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How to create an easy drawing of the Disney character Mickey Mouse

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:05:20 GMT

Celebrate Mickey Mouse Day the right way, either by watching Mickey's cartoons OR by drawing him yourself! This drawing tutorial will show you just how to do it! You don't need to be a professional artist to create your own Mickey artwork, and this is the easiest way to make it. All you need is some paper and some colored pencils.

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How to draw grieving or mournful facial expressions

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 01:01:24 GMT

Grief is a particular painful kind of sadness that can sometimes be difficult to capture in a simple pencil sketch. This tutorial shows you how to perfect mourning facial expressions using a few good techniques and showing you how to shape the features.

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How to make a cute ruffled holiday dress without a pattern

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:59:01 GMT

You can make this dress easily and without needing a pattern at all. This has been made using white fabric, but you can use any color or pattern that strikes you - use a holiday print for some extra festivity!

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How to effectively cut duct tape for your duct tape crafts

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:57:10 GMT

Any duct tape project starts with pieces of duct tape that have been cut with clean, sharp edges. But how you can you get that for yourself? This tutorial shows you how to use craft knives and cutting mats to perfectly cut your duct tape.

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How to draw a portrait of Mario from Super Mario Bros.

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 22:00:01 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a portrait of Mario. First, draw in the eyes, eyebrows, nose, mouth, and mustache. After this, draw the ears on the side of the head, the arms, the body, and the feet. Next, you will draw in additional details, like the pupils and the hat. After this, draw in the hair on the sides of the head and shade in the eyebrows and other features around the face and bo

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How to draw Toad from Super Mario

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 21:51:00 GMT

In this video, we learn how to draw Toad from Super Mario. First, use your pencil to draw the outline of the face and then draw in the eyes on the top of the face. After this, shade in the eyes and leave a white oval for the pupils. Next, draw in the mouth and then shade the inside of it. From here, draw the tongue and then draw the top of the head. Create circles on the inside of the head and the

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How to fashion sketch satin

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 21:12:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to fashion sketch satin. When you are sketching satin, you would to make sure you use the right colors and the side of the pencil. You will need to use the side of the pencil to shade in small areas to create creases and folds in the clothes. Then, you will use the eraser to make white in the middle, which will create a shine on the skirt. Color in the rest of the ar

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How to draw a basic Mario from Super Mario Bros.

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 19:42:01 GMT

In this video, we learn how to draw a basic Mario. First, draw a circle for the head and then start to draw all of the details on the inside of it. After this, you will draw on the hat and write 'm' on the top of it. Draw the ears on the side of the head and then draw the rest of the body. Draw in the limbs and make sure to also draw on the overalls to the body. When finished, clean up any stray l

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How to draw video game characters like Mario

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 19:24:00 GMT

The video begins by explaining the characteristics of the video game character Mario. The narrator begins by finding a sample picture to use as a starting point to mirror for accuracy. The first part of the character Mario drawn is the head and facial features. After finishing a simple outline of Mario's Face is to begin the outline of the characters body. After the basic outline of Mario is finis

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How to photograph a pregnant mom

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 19:00:00 GMT

In this video, we learn how to photograph a pregnant mom. Try taking a shot of the woman outside, this will feature her stomach and show off the glow of her skin as well. Process it after you have taken the photo to edit it further. Drape a sheet around the woman as well, which is a really popular photo technique as well. Take fun shots with your partner, animals, other children, and around the ho

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How to draw the original 8-bit Mario

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 18:48:01 GMT

This video shows how to make the original 8-bit Mario using only pixels. The first step is to use three dark brown pixels to create a stair like shape for Mario's feet. The next step is to create his pants by making a 6x6 red square which is attached to the characters feet. The body and arms are created making the same sized red square out of pixels. The arms are made as various straight lines whi

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How to draw a star wand

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 18:00:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a star wand. First, draw a circle on the white piece of paper and then draw a smaller circle inside of that. From here, draw a big star in the middle of this and draw two lines coming out from the bottom. Draw lines out from this to make it look like a jewel, then draw the ring underneath that. Now, draw the wings on the side of the large circle. From here, d

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How to make a summer party dress with Threadbanger

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a summer party dress with Threadbanger. First, take a tank top and mark right under your boobs with a pencil. Then, lay it down on the fabric you want to use and outline it, making sure there is extra seam allowance. Cut one that will be your back and the front. Next, cut off the bottom of the two pieces that you cut, making sure you leave extra allowance aga

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How to draw Bowser from Super Mario

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 16:30:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Bowser from Super Mario. Start off by drawing the horns on the top of the head. After this, draw in the features of the face and then draw the surrounding area of the head. Next, draw in the teeth and the mouth and then shade in the details around it. After this, you will draw in the arms and then the body, legs, and feet. Draw in the details on the body of B

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How to do a basic line drawing of Mario from Super Mario Bros.

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 16:00:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a basic line drawing of Mario. To start, draw the basic outline of the face with a black marker. Draw in the details of the mouth, don't forget the teeth, tongue, and inside of the mouth. After this, draw in the nose and then the eyes. Draw in the pupils and then start to draw in the mustache and eyebrows. After this, create the hat and then draw around to the

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How to draw an 8-bit Super Mario jumping

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 15:09:01 GMT

In this video, we learn how to draw an 8-bit Super Mario jumping. To start, you will use a square paint tool on your computer to create rectangles on the blank sheet. Use red, tan, brown, white, and blue to create the character. Use the square too to draw in the shape of Mario, making his legs spread apart to show he is jumping. Use white to create open space and make sure to show the edges of the

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How to quickly draw Shadow the Hedgehog

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 14:54:01 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to quickly draw Shadow the Hedgehog. First, you will need to draw the outline of Shadow, drawing in the entire body. After this, darken up the lines to make the final outline of the character. Next, draw in the details of the face and the body. Then, shadow in the sides of the character and create more details to make him look more realistic. When finished, you can c

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How to make a hippie chiffon one shoulder top

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 14:30:00 GMT

This is a video tutorial in the Fine Art category where you are going to learn how to make a hippie chiffon one shoulder top. The materials you will need are chiffon, studs, elastic thread and elastic. Use a simple tank top pattern to cut out the chiffon. Elongate the center of the fabric; this will give it the flowy look. Shirr 5 rows into the middle of the fabric making sure the elastic is on th

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How to draw baby Luigi and Mario

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 13:45:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw baby Luigi and Mario. Start out by drawing the hat on Mario and then draw his face underneath it. Draw in small dots for his eyes, then draw in the rest of the features on his face. From here, draw in a small baby body for the rest of him and then start with Luigi's face. Draw in his hat and make his face similar to Mario's. After this, you will draw in the r

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How to draw detailed hair

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 13:42:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw detailed hair. When you are drawing hair, you must remember to draw with the shape of the head not just the lines. You should also draw in the lines curved and feather them to show the different strands on the head. When drawing a guy or girl, draw different lengths in the hair and show the waves on them as well. For girls, when you are drawing curls you must

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How to prepare your canvas for painting

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 13:27:00 GMT

This video explains how to prepare a painting canvas for painting. The first step to preparing the canvas is to stretch the canvas to the appropriate size. A wooden frame is used to size the canvas which is then stapled to the frame to give it stability for painting. Make sure that before stapling the canvas it is stretched until all wrinkles have been removed from the fabric. Once the canvas is i

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How to draw children's heads

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 12:39:00 GMT

In this video, we learn how to draw children's heads. For the front view, first draw an oval with a slight point for the chin. Then, draw in the features of the face lightly with the side of the pencil. After this, start to shade the side of the eye in. The child's eye has a large eyelid, larger than an adult's eyelid. The pupil should also be large. For a side view, make sure to show the curves o

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How to draw a Goomba from Super Mario

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 12:06:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a Goomba from Super Mario. First, draw the softened triangle shape of the top of the head, then draw the body and the oval feet at the bottom. After this, draw on the oval eyes and then a flat mouth with two triangle teeth on both sides. From here, draw on the eyebrows to Goomba in thick lines. To draw another type of Goomba, draw the same basic shape, but th

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How to make an iron on transfer for a t-shirt

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 11:36:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to make an iron on transfer for a t-shirt. The materials you will need are: a printer, an iron, hard surface, transfer paper, and t-shirt! To start, find the art that you want to put on your picture and then you will need to transfer it onto the paper for your shirt. Once this is fully transferred with the scanner, load it to your computer. Then, print it out on tran

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How to draw a scary character

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 10:48:01 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a scary character. First, draw the outline with a hat and a cape. After this, use your pencil to color the inside of the hat and the face (except the eyes) completely black. From here, you will shade in the hat by blending in the pencil with your finger. From here, you will color in the bow on the front of the cape and then shade in the sides and the top and

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How to master technique when drawing hair

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 09:33:00 GMT

The first step in this video is to draw a rectangle on a piece of paper to gauge the length of the hair stokes. The artist then makes long pencil marks along the inside of the rectangle that are much less defined towards the middle. It is explained that you need to go in one direct with your pencil strokes as going back and forth gives an unrealistic final product. It is shown that you must begin

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How to draw a close up of a tiger's face

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 09:21:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a close up of a tiger's face. First, draw a round circle and then draw the outline of the tiger inside of this. From here, start to draw in the details of the tiger's face. Draw in the nose, the mouse, the eyes and the lines on the tiger. Make sure to add in detail to show the fur and the ears as well. Next, color in the eyes with different shades of orange a

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