http://www.instructables.com Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:03:56 PST BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-CHEAPLY-Take-Micro-Photography-With-Your-/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/KU5D/GYC4KRIU/FFTKU5DGYC4KRIU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/KU5D/GYC4KRIU/FFTKU5DGYC4KRIU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/KU5D/GYC4KRIU/FFTKU5DGYC4KRIU.SMALL.jpg mr2monster So, I stumbled on a fun, cheap , little microscope on amazon that allows you to couple it with your iphone and take some pretty cool photos. First, you gotta get a microscope. I chose this one (Mini 45X Microscope) because it has an illuminated LED pack with it for when you need the extra light.  I...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Feb 2012 13:33:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Panning-The-Art-of-Motion-in-Photography/
Panning: The Art of Motion in Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/2GSI/GY198085/FD12GSIGY198085.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/2GSI/GY198085/FD12GSIGY198085.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/2GSI/GY198085/FD12GSIGY198085.SMALL.jpg ChaseBirksFoto This is a step by step tutorial that teaches how to take panning shots with an SLR camera. Panning describes the action of following a moving subject with a camera to create motion. The end result is a picture with a blurred background and a crisp subject. What you will need 1. SLR Camera (or any c...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:31:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Altoids-Tin-Camera-Case-Desiccant-Pack/
DIY Altoids Tin Camera Case Desiccant Pack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY9/K92C/GXUYTKHN/FY9K92CGXUYTKHN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY9/K92C/GXUYTKHN/FY9K92CGXUYTKHN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY9/K92C/GXUYTKHN/FY9K92CGXUYTKHN.SMALL.jpg noahw This is a simple camera case desiccant pack from things I had lying around the house.  I keep my DSLR in a pelican case all the time so I don't have to worry about banging it into things, the weather, floods, running it over with my car etc...but I've noticed that sometimes when it's humid outside, ...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:05:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/community/Kirlian-Photography-device-from-Imagesco/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif Kaffe Does anyone know where I might be able to find .02 uf capacitors rated at 250 volts as used in this kirlian device? I need to find it for my alternative photography class. http://www.imagesco.com/articles/kirlian/kirlian-photography-device.html Thanks in advance
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:16:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-10-10-Stop-Neutral-Density-ND-Filter/
DIY $10 10-Stop Neutral Density (ND) Filter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/OBS7/GXMS623Q/FE0OBS7GXMS623Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/OBS7/GXMS623Q/FE0OBS7GXMS623Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/OBS7/GXMS623Q/FE0OBS7GXMS623Q.SMALL.jpg imjasonc Most photographers at one point or another wished they had access to a ND or Neutral Density filter. But at $100 or more per filter, that might be hard for an amateur or enthusiast photographer to justify the cost. Fear no more, this guide will show you how to build your own reusable 10 stop ND filt...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:47:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Photographers-Photoshop-Trick/
Photographers Photoshop Trick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/US9J/GXO0U6UJ/FYIUS9JGXO0U6UJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/US9J/GXO0U6UJ/FYIUS9JGXO0U6UJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/US9J/GXO0U6UJ/FYIUS9JGXO0U6UJ.SMALL.jpg spiritphotographers I am going to show you one of the tricks photographers use to get the most unbelievable shots.  It’s photoshop magic!  Many of todays most popular portrait poses look almost too good to be true!  Most of the time they are!!  I am going to show you step by step how to get amazing portraits with photo...
By: spiritphotographers

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 11:32:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tripod-stabilizer-weight-hook/
Tripod stabilizer weight hook - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2E/0CED/GXL6624X/F2E0CEDGXL6624X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2E/0CED/GXL6624X/F2E0CEDGXL6624X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2E/0CED/GXL6624X/F2E0CEDGXL6624X.SMALL.jpg andrewaxley This Instructable is as much of a technique as a DIY project. The idea is straightforward; if you add weight to your tripod it will be more stable. By installing a hook from the center column of your tripod, you can hang whatever weight you happen to have with you, be it your camera bag, backpack or...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:40:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Camera-Bag-Purse/
Camera Bag Purse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/AQU5/GX3LR3T1/FH6AQU5GX3LR3T1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/AQU5/GX3LR3T1/FH6AQU5GX3LR3T1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/AQU5/GX3LR3T1/FH6AQU5GX3LR3T1.SMALL.jpg amaltby As a female photographer, I always wished I could combine my purse and my camera bag so I didn't feel like such a clunky fool wandering around with two bags. I did some research, and found that real designer camera purses are a hefty chunk of change, so I figured I could make my own for around 20 bu...
By: amaltby

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jan 2012 22:35:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Go-Pro-Hero-Harness-for-your-dog/
Go Pro Hero Harness for your dog! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/VJMJ/GWF5UIJX/FHQVJMJGWF5UIJX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/VJMJ/GWF5UIJX/FHQVJMJGWF5UIJX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/VJMJ/GWF5UIJX/FHQVJMJGWF5UIJX.SMALL.jpg wormsie This is a step by step instructable showing how you can make a padded rig for the Go Pro Hero cam that attaches to a standard canine shoulder harness . See the world as your dog does! Build time is about 4-5hrs. Send me a message if you have any questions. Tools and Materials Tools - Tin snips  -...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jan 2012 15:14:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/community/Keeping-my-equipment-warm/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif markosloizou Recently i went to take pictures in the middle of the night at Subfreezing temperatures and the front of my lens formed ice. so i need to keep the lens warm, there are many solutions but the one i thought would be fun to use is the use of a heating element. I found resistance heating wire, i would l...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 14:09:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Refocus-Minox-35-lens/
Refocus Minox 35 lens - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/SAOL/GWF5U23I/FV1SAOLGWF5U23I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/SAOL/GWF5U23I/FV1SAOLGWF5U23I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/SAOL/GWF5U23I/FV1SAOLGWF5U23I.SMALL.jpg fernandocasar I picked up a Minox 35MB camera on a flea market, unfortunately it had the aperture blades clogged, so I had to disassemble it. The problem was I didn't mark the position of the focus ring and front lens. Let's see how I found a solution. What did I use? *Unfocused Minox 35MB camera without the focu...
By: fernandocasar

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 09:41:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Take-a-nice-HDR-Image-of-your-Christmas-Tree/
Take a nice HDR-Image of your Christmas Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/0PO1/GWLXEKTA/FN60PO1GWLXEKTA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/0PO1/GWLXEKTA/FN60PO1GWLXEKTA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/0PO1/GWLXEKTA/FN60PO1GWLXEKTA.SMALL.jpg kInstructor Hello, in this Instructable I want to show you how to make a nice-looking HDR picture of your Christmas Tree. HDR stands for High Dynamic Range. We are basically taking a series of dark and light pictures and making one picture with a higher contrast of it. Learn more about HDR-Photography! First...
By: kInstructor

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Dec 2011 16:21:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Project-365/
Project 365 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/TMRM/GWIDZ5US/FELTMRMGWIDZ5US.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/TMRM/GWIDZ5US/FELTMRMGWIDZ5US.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/TMRM/GWIDZ5US/FELTMRMGWIDZ5US.SMALL.jpg Neon Panda Want to improve camera skills? Love photography? So- Why should I do Project 365? -Photography Skills- After a year of using your camera everyday you are bound to get better at using your camera, understanding  photography and become more creative when it comes to taking pictures. -Looking for a...
By: Neon Panda

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 01:07:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Holiday-Photo-Gift-TagOrnament-Card/
Holiday Photo Gift Tag/Ornament Card - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/F4ZA/GWHN3OJ3/FTYF4ZAGWHN3OJ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/F4ZA/GWHN3OJ3/FTYF4ZAGWHN3OJ3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/F4ZA/GWHN3OJ3/FTYF4ZAGWHN3OJ3.SMALL.jpg susanrm Isn't it great when a project can fulfill several purposes, not just one?  This project uses a photo to create a gift tag or card that can be used as a hanging ornament for a tree or other purpose. Last week, I saw this project to make photo ornament cards featured in the Photojojo newsletter. Whi...
By: susanrm

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:10:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-spigot-for-a-lightstand-materials/
Make a spigot for a lightstand: materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBM/7ZK5/GW4I0OJD/FBM7ZK5GW4I0OJD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBM/7ZK5/GW4I0OJD/FBM7ZK5GW4I0OJD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBM/7ZK5/GW4I0OJD/FBM7ZK5GW4I0OJD.SMALL.jpg diy_bloke I got a cheap E27 lamp socket holder with umbrella flash bracket from DealExtreme (http://www.dealextreme.com/p/single-e27-socket-lamp-bulb-holder-flash-umbrella-bracket-92060) that I intended to use for an E7 type screw in flashlight. When it arrived I was quite happy with it, but it was lacking on...
By: diy_bloke

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 01:12:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Weather-Proof-Time-Lapse-Camera-Housing/
Weather Proof Time-Lapse Camera Housing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/6H66/GW89M4IC/FQS6H66GW89M4IC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/6H66/GW89M4IC/FQS6H66GW89M4IC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/6H66/GW89M4IC/FQS6H66GW89M4IC.SMALL.jpg fehlbergo While taking photo's of a lightning storm recently i ran into the old problem of shooting pics and dealing with the weather conditions. Usually i would either shoot through a window or under cover during rain but then i would have the trouble of a limited field of view, reflections off the window or...
By: fehlbergo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:44:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kite-aerial-photography-rig/
Kite aerial photography rig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/NUNJ/GVZPP1CG/FXBNUNJGVZPP1CG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/NUNJ/GVZPP1CG/FXBNUNJGVZPP1CG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/NUNJ/GVZPP1CG/FXBNUNJGVZPP1CG.SMALL.jpg Engineering for Change Kite aerial photography is already a trodden path in DIY land - there's even at least one Instructable on a rig. But we'd like to show how to make one with professional applications on a very tight budget. This rig is well tested in a construction site in a rural village in Cambodia. And with geo-ta...
By: Engineering for Change

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:46:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Olde-style-radar-station-to-track-Santa/
Olde style radar station to track Santa - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/JWEI/GVZPGY0Y/FXKJWEIGVZPGY0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/JWEI/GVZPGY0Y/FXKJWEIGVZPGY0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/JWEI/GVZPGY0Y/FXKJWEIGVZPGY0Y.SMALL.jpg mckeephoto Every year, my boys and I are tasked by my wife* to come up with a Christmas card to send out to family and friends. And, every year there are the usual challenges to produce something creative and that tops last years efforts. This year, the original concept was to find a 1930s motorcycle with a s...
By: mckeephoto

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:08:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/community/post-your-amazing-pics-here/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/U0U2/GW0HRS25/FKKU0U2GW0HRS25.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/U0U2/GW0HRS25/FKKU0U2GW0HRS25.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/U0U2/GW0HRS25/FKKU0U2GW0HRS25.SMALL.jpg PiggyBacon21 Post great pics here so people can see and comment them. I'd watermark them first so people don't steal them
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:41:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SD-card-case/
SD card case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4A/D93N/GVVPVDVQ/F4AD93NGVVPVDVQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4A/D93N/GVVPVDVQ/F4AD93NGVVPVDVQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4A/D93N/GVVPVDVQ/F4AD93NGVVPVDVQ.SMALL.jpg FrankenPaper I take lots of pictures that I use for the paper models that I design for ss42.com. When I am out taking pictures I need to swap out SD cards in my camera. But the SD card cases are different sizes and they take up too much space. The supplies I found that the case for Sunstar GUM soft tooth pick...
By: FrankenPaper

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Dec 2011 19:14:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/How-can-I-create-a-large-banana-peel-that-looks-re/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif stingingnettle I would like to have an infant photo session where the new baby is in the banana peel.  I am having a hard time coming up with something that will look real enough and be flexible for a baby to go in. My first thought was fabric, but That will not look as real as I would like.  Can anyone help me?
By: stingingnettle

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Dec 2011 16:38:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-turn-your-iPhone-into-a-Microscope-or-Spott/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/4X7O/GVP28YVU/FA24X7OGVP28YVU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/4X7O/GVP28YVU/FA24X7OGVP28YVU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/4X7O/GVP28YVU/FA24X7OGVP28YVU.SMALL.jpg andymill We've designed an adapter that converts smartphones, Android phones, and iPhones into digital eyepieces for microscopes or spotting scopes — we're calling the device the SkyLight. We want to show you how we made the device and how you can make your own and start enjoying microscope or spotting scop...
By: andymill

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Dec 2011 21:03:48 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/What-is-this-component-in-a-flashspeedlight-circu/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/HUEY/GVHW83AD/FK6HUEYGVHW83AD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/HUEY/GVHW83AD/FK6HUEYGVHW83AD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/HUEY/GVHW83AD/FK6HUEYGVHW83AD.SMALL.jpg macmcb UPDATE: I received one response (on the Strobist forum) saying this _is_ a capacitor, and I must desolder to measure capacitance.  I hope someone here can confirm this, and, if true, also help me figure out _what type_ and its likely _voltage rating_. ========================== This circuit board i...
By: macmcb

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:18:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/community/VideoPhotog-Lighting-COLLABORATE-on-homebrew-Li/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif Cakeable This is the link to the pro version of my project http://www.litepanels.com/ Basically, a light panel is a panel of evenly spaced super bright LED's that you can then mount and place like traditional lighting around your setup. In an ideal world Brightness of 5200K + would be a good place to be. Ho...
By: Cakeable

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 12:49:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Intro-to-infrared-photos/
Intro to infrared photos - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/EX39/GVCPQTCZ/F9GEX39GVCPQTCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/EX39/GVCPQTCZ/F9GEX39GVCPQTCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/EX39/GVCPQTCZ/F9GEX39GVCPQTCZ.SMALL.jpg CaptPikel This is a short and simple intro in to IR photography. There is a lot of stuff on IR photos but I still had to do a lot of trial and error and digging to get as far as I've gone. A lot of it is about photo editing, but I wont go over any of that. I do as much as I can on the camera and shoot in JPEG...
By: CaptPikel

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 19:49:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Memory-Card-Wallet/
Memory Card Wallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/6JW6/GV525MHC/FSN6JW6GV525MHC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/6JW6/GV525MHC/FSN6JW6GV525MHC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/6JW6/GV525MHC/FSN6JW6GV525MHC.SMALL.jpg ericscrum Over the years, I have accumulated several types of memory cards for cameras and cell phones, and I have way too many of them. Unfortunately, they are all small sized cards, which means that if I am going to take a lot of pictures, then I have to bring all of them along. This becomes annoying, espec...
By: ericscrum

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:16:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/MACROcase-for-iphone/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/9RHM/GV8SCVVY/F029RHMGV8SCVVY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/9RHM/GV8SCVVY/F029RHMGV8SCVVY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/9RHM/GV8SCVVY/F029RHMGV8SCVVY.SMALL.jpg toy-maker this is just what the name implies, a macro  lens built into the case for an iphone(4) i took a old iphone case i had lying around, modified it, and attached a lens from a old Nikon film camera i was playing around with. I designed and printed my own icon for the back and voila! This was a real easy...
By: toy-maker

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:58:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Cost-Finger-Strap-for-Micro-Four-Thirds-or-Poin/
No Cost Finger Strap for Micro Four Thirds or Point and Shoot Cameras - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/411V/GV8UU3DA/FA0411VGV8UU3DA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/411V/GV8UU3DA/FA0411VGV8UU3DA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/411V/GV8UU3DA/FA0411VGV8UU3DA.SMALL.jpg alpineimagery The small size of the micro four third cameras are convenient, but if you are used to shooting with a larger bodied camera, the small size may make you feel as if you could easily drop your expensive investment at any time. I have always used a hand strap on my full size SLR camera, but it is not ea...
By: alpineimagery

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:28:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pinhole-Camera-Camera-Obscura/
Pinhole Camera (Camera Obscura) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/40UZ/GV2OKL3K/FPZ40UZGV2OKL3K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/40UZ/GV2OKL3K/FPZ40UZGV2OKL3K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/40UZ/GV2OKL3K/FPZ40UZGV2OKL3K.SMALL.jpg ericscrum The camera obscura has been around for thousands of years. The phenomenon was first observed by Aristotle and Chinese philosophers as early as 470 BCE. However, it was not until 1837 that the first permanent pictures could be obtained using the camera obscura as a pinhole camera. These pictures were...
By: ericscrum

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Nov 2011 20:32:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/7FT-Gundam-Ultimate-Papercraft-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SMALL.jpg visualspicer After burning my 4FT Freedom Gundam papercraft in 2010 I was determined to create a bigger and better replacement. This 7FT Gundam Mk-2 papercraft became the result of my goal, made up of 1250 parts on 720 pages, for a total paper weight of 10lb (4.5kg). Using time-lapse photography, video editing ...
By: visualspicer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:49:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Creative-iPhone-Accessories/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/GP40/GUVTYM9Y/FQIGP40GUVTYM9Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/GP40/GUVTYM9Y/FQIGP40GUVTYM9Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/GP40/GUVTYM9Y/FQIGP40GUVTYM9Y.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick You need to cover it; you need to use it; you need to make it awesome!  It's your iPhone and these 25 Instructables will show you how to jazz it up and make it your own!  Check out these great accessories that make using your iPhone easier and more fun than ever! Bluetooth Handgun Handset for your...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:55:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Led-Light-panel-kit-for-photography/
Led Light panel kit for photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/V8BH/GUXKYRDC/FUWV8BHGUXKYRDC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/V8BH/GUXKYRDC/FUWV8BHGUXKYRDC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/V8BH/GUXKYRDC/FUWV8BHGUXKYRDC.SMALL.jpg mkuha I have been drooling after some nice led panels for a while now, but just can't justify spending a fortune to buy them.  These LED panel give a nice soft light source for photography, saves electricity, robust and won't heat much. I am not a professional photographer, just enthusiast that sometimes ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Nov 2011 15:14:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Macro-Photography-and-Photomicroscopy/
Macro Photography and Photomicroscopy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/MSWC/GUKARR19/FYKMSWCGUKARR19.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/MSWC/GUKARR19/FYKMSWCGUKARR19.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/MSWC/GUKARR19/FYKMSWCGUKARR19.SMALL.jpg tylercard This tutorial will cover Micro Photography, and Photomicroscopy. Before we get started, there are a few things you need to know. Macro photography is the same thing as Micro photography. Same thing, different name. See why here if you must know. I will refer to it as Macro from here on out for ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 21:06:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pan-Zoom-time-lapse-photography-on-the-cheap/
Pan & Zoom time lapse photography on the cheap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/JOHJ/GUOAEJZ5/F09JOHJGUOAEJZ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/JOHJ/GUOAEJZ5/F09JOHJGUOAEJZ5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/JOHJ/GUOAEJZ5/F09JOHJGUOAEJZ5.SMALL.jpg Fremonster Time lapse photography is the art of showing the world at high speed. I got interested in it recently after seeing a series of amazing time lapse videos that incorporated panning, meaning the camera slowly moves while taking the source pictures. This adds a really great contrast between the fast act...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Nov 2011 20:00:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-put-together-a-cheap-photo-stand-for-great-/
How to put together a cheap photo stand for great photos (documenting projects, eBay, collections, etc.) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/ZR5U/GUMFTPA1/F7FZR5UGUMFTPA1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/ZR5U/GUMFTPA1/F7FZR5UGUMFTPA1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/ZR5U/GUMFTPA1/F7FZR5UGUMFTPA1.SMALL.jpg philip42 This instructable can be accessed at the author's website - http://www.neatinformation.com/. If you link to this instructable from another website, please include a link to the Neat Information website. It’s helpful to have a dedicated photo stand to take high qualify photos, whether it’s to doc...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Nov 2011 18:16:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-worlds-easiest-and-simplest-macro-tripod/
The world's easiest and simplest macro tripod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/QKV0/GUMF7PY4/F09QKV0GUMF7PY4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/QKV0/GUMF7PY4/F09QKV0GUMF7PY4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/QKV0/GUMF7PY4/F09QKV0GUMF7PY4.SMALL.jpg Robert595 Being under a budget, this is what I use to take table top macro pictures. Unlike a Tenis ball which might not support the camera, this will reduce all camera shake, and is endlessly adjustable for even the tiniest changes in composition. Materials: Plastic ziplock bag Rice Hands Fill the bag ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Nov 2011 08:23:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Great-Astrophotography-A-How-To-Guide/
Great Astrophotography - A How-To Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/95PD/GUKAR9UB/FRW95PDGUKAR9UB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/95PD/GUKAR9UB/FRW95PDGUKAR9UB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/95PD/GUKAR9UB/FRW95PDGUKAR9UB.SMALL.jpg GuiltyPixel Note: These photos were taken without a telescope, just a camera on a tripod. Many of us have looked up into the night sky in a particularly dark place and thought, "This is incredible! I really wish I could take a picture!" or we've seen others' photos of the stars and the Milky Way and wondered h...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Nov 2011 07:11:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfect-Lightning-Photography/
Perfect Lightning Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIR/Q5SK/GUI4WYF7/FIRQ5SKGUI4WYF7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIR/Q5SK/GUI4WYF7/FIRQ5SKGUI4WYF7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIR/Q5SK/GUI4WYF7/FIRQ5SKGUI4WYF7.SMALL.jpg tylercard See the Photos above in High Res Photo 1 Photo 2 For the last 3 years, I have been obsessed with nature/landscape photography, and capturing the raw power of lightning, raging seas, tornadoes, and blizzards. I've learned a lot of tricks (the hard way) when it comes to capturing great photos. The nu...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Nov 2011 17:28:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wall-mains-Power-for-an-Olympus-E-510Lin/
Wall (mains) Power for an Olympus E-510 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/2UJO/GUI4VYCZ/FYN2UJOGUI4VYCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/2UJO/GUI4VYCZ/FYN2UJOGUI4VYCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/2UJO/GUI4VYCZ/FYN2UJOGUI4VYCZ.SMALL.jpg txoof Learn how to build an AC/DC interface for an Olympus E-510. Unfortunately, Olympus didn't bother to make an AC/DC adapter for the Olympus E-510 camera. This typically isn't a problem as you can just tool around with a bag full of fresh batteries. It does become an issue if you decide to use your ca...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Nov 2011 11:25:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/What-is-the-best-way-to-clean-chemical-bottles/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif noahh I was recently given a bunch of darkroom equipment including chemical bottles like this and this. The bottles are 25 years old, and I'm sure they weren't cleaned after they were emptied. I would like to use the bottles for new chemicals, but don't want to contaminate them with whatever chemical resi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:15:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-RPS-Lamp-for-12-Canadian-and-20mins-time/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/VPL2/GU4MCDA0/FCLVPL2GU4MCDA0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/VPL2/GU4MCDA0/FCLVPL2GU4MCDA0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/VPL2/GU4MCDA0/FCLVPL2GU4MCDA0.SMALL.jpg cullenstephen The R oasting P an S oftbox Lamp With special thanks to a few inspiring instructables from as many countries, I set out to build steady-burn lamps that would be cheap and lightweight, but give off a good volume of light at a nice colour temperature. This instructable takes you through the steps to ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:08:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Achieve-Miniature-Effect-via-Photoshop/
How to Achieve Miniature Effect via Photoshop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F80/LF94/GU1UZ13M/F80LF94GU1UZ13M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F80/LF94/GU1UZ13M/F80LF94GU1UZ13M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F80/LF94/GU1UZ13M/F80LF94GU1UZ13M.SMALL.jpg Analogue-Chick Tilt-shift photography refers to the use of camera movements on small and medium format cameras, and sometimes specifically refers to the use of tilt for selective focus, often for simulating a miniature scene. Sometimes the term is used when the shallow depth of field is simulated with digital post...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:11:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-TV-B-Gone-into-a-super-camera-remote/
Turn a TV-B-Gone into a super camera remote! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/N0HA/GU09UPLA/F01N0HAGU09UPLA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/N0HA/GU09UPLA/F01N0HAGU09UPLA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/N0HA/GU09UPLA/F01N0HAGU09UPLA.SMALL.jpg osbock Intro: My Nikon DSLR has an infrared remote function (remote sold separately) that is really handy, but fairly limited in range. A while ago, I bought a TV-B-Gone Kit from it's inventor Mitch Altman, and it can turn TV's off from a great distance. I thought, "Hey, this thing is open source! I can ha...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 19:47:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/community/Would-a-slideshow-instructable-be-a-bad-place-to-d/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif ilpug I have taken some pretty darn good pictures over the years, and I would like to share them with the Instructables community. I was thinking about posting a slide-show instructable, but since it isn't technically a project, i thought it would be the wrong way. Should I just post a forum topic?
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:11:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Art-of-Black-and-White-Digital-Photography/
The Art of Black and White Digital Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/TWJ9/GTXKDD48/F4MTWJ9GTXKDD48.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/TWJ9/GTXKDD48/F4MTWJ9GTXKDD48.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/TWJ9/GTXKDD48/F4MTWJ9GTXKDD48.SMALL.jpg imjasonc In an age of digital photography, a lot of us appreciate the visual impact and elegance of black and white photography when juxtaposed with color photography. Black and White photography is not simply a result of old technology of a bygone era. Black and white is a technique that we can still employ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 01:54:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Macro-Image-on-a-Canon-EOS-40D/
Easy Macro Image on a Canon EOS 40D - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/BO96/GTW608YO/FR8BO96GTW608YO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/BO96/GTW608YO/FR8BO96GTW608YO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/BO96/GTW608YO/FR8BO96GTW608YO.SMALL.jpg aidanjarosgrilli How to take very easy macro images with a Canon EOS 40D. The Lens Set the dial to "AV" snapping! :) Set the self timer to 2 seconds, put your camera on a tripod, aim, focus and press the shutter button. (warning do not touch the camera while is takes the photo, camera shak...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:36:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Take-Great-Pictures-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/KL2D/GP7IIC9R/FXPKL2DGP7IIC9R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/KL2D/GP7IIC9R/FXPKL2DGP7IIC9R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/KL2D/GP7IIC9R/FXPKL2DGP7IIC9R.SMALL.jpg randofo Learning how to take great pictures could take a lifetime. After all, photography is an art form and like all art forms, it takes time, patience and practice to master. There is not one clear path to taking great pictures and a lot of it comes down to the intuition of the photographer and how it res...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 16:18:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Photo-Hacks/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/X58J/GTV9UBLJ/FXYX58JGTV9UBLJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/X58J/GTV9UBLJ/FXYX58JGTV9UBLJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/X58J/GTV9UBLJ/FXYX58JGTV9UBLJ.SMALL.jpg randofo Listed here are 34 fun and engaging photo hacks to add some life to your next photo project. You can experiment with lighting setups, backgrounds, techniques, angles, and even camera mods. Ever wonder what would happen if you took a flash diffused shot from a forty foot pole? Or perhaps you have al...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:51:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Photo-Tips/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/HW0F/GTQVP38D/FC9HW0FGTQVP38D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/HW0F/GTQVP38D/FC9HW0FGTQVP38D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/HW0F/GTQVP38D/FC9HW0FGTQVP38D.SMALL.jpg randofo Whether you are just getting started with photography or have been doing this professionally for years, here are some photo tips that are sure to come in handy. After all, no matter how long you have been doing this, there is always something new to learn or try. You can master your technique for s...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:39:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Photo-Hack/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/YVGR/GTUYA55Z/FLFYVGRGTUYA55Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/YVGR/GTUYA55Z/FLFYVGRGTUYA55Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/YVGR/GTUYA55Z/FLFYVGRGTUYA55Z.SMALL.jpg randofo With the proliferation of digital photography, creating a photo hack has not only become much easier and more widespread. There are now many different ways that a photo can be easily manipulated or edited together with other photos. The limit of photo hacking is really up to your imagination. Here a...
By: randofo

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