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Despite what they’re most commonly used for, Photoshop brushes are not just for adding strokes of color or dodging and burning. They’re actually quite dynamic and extremely useful tools. In fact, you could say that brushes are the unsung heroes of Photoshop. The software comes with a standard set of built-in brushes in different sizes, […]
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The motion blur effect… It’s extremely desirable and notoriously difficult to achieve, organically that is. While the elusive slip of motion is oftentimes hard to capture on camera, it is relatively simple to add in Photoshop. So if you missed getting the speed tail on film, follow these simple steps to learn how to add […]
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Whether you’ve found yourself with some extra time on your hands, are looking to bolster your resume, or simply add a new skill, digital animation is an invaluable ability. Although difficult to master, animation is a rewarding experience with an impressive final product. Thankfully, to help you along with this fairly complicated task is Skillshare. […]
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After Effects is an intimidating Adobe Creative Cloud program with an absolute ton of potential in the visual effects, motion graphics, and compositing space. Yes, it can do a lot. But it boils down to some key interfaces, which we’re going to focus on today. After this, it shouldn’t feel so intimidating. This video will […]
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Gimbals. They’re an essential tool for any videographer, from the aspiring YouTuber to professional photographers. Gimbals are a relatively affordable and easily portable piece of equipment that’s impressively revolutionary. Giving the user the ability for stabilized motion capture, they have set a new bar for what can be done on a budget. With a gimbal, […]
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At some point or another, you’ve probably seen the VHS glitch effect. And, whether it be in a movie, on an image, or in a TV show the theme remains the same. VHS glitch effects are often composed of a warped electronic sound effect and a noticeable video resolution disruption. When done well, the final […]
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When getting into video, I learned the hard way. Pretty much every single thing I could screw up, I did. One of those areas was audio. And audio is major! For some reason all of my footage had this loud, high pitched, ringing sound that was present in every single clip from start to finish. […]
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Recently I’ve been shooting tons of Polaroids and I’ve been having so much fun with it. Shooting with Polaroids is one of my favorite ways to shoot because it is so enjoyable for everyone involved and I always find that they create really unique images. Today I’m going to be walking you through how I […]
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Becoming a social media influencer seems to be easier than ever. Every time you scroll through one social media platform you will come across countless influencers promoting, displaying, reviewing, or sharing some brand or product. The earning potential for influencers is astounding, making it a highly competitive field that everyone wants to break into. But […]
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If you’ve ever had a camera at hand, you know that taking a perfect photo borders on the miraculous. You’ll almost always find some flaw, let alone taking a photo in darkness. For beginners, it can be black magic, impossible to master. But sometimes, despite facing unfavourable conditions, you must capture this special moment. Whether […]
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