http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:43:40 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/infra-red-camera-conversion-night-v-xray-etc/
infra red camera conversion (night v/ xray) etc - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/0R8R/HI3QAGWB/FKE0R8RHI3QAGWB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/0R8R/HI3QAGWB/FKE0R8RHI3QAGWB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/0R8R/HI3QAGWB/FKE0R8RHI3QAGWB.SMALL.jpg crazyg weather you want to make night vision , wonkee colours, daylight x ray, catch zombies , make trees and shrubbery look like fireballs or even experiment in uv , you will have to get that pesky infra red block filter out of your camera. (ir cut filters reduce uv , most glass does) tools i used here ...
By: crazyg

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:36:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sound-Activated-Camera-Trigger-For-High-Speed-Phot/
Sound Activated Camera Trigger For High Speed Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/6S52/HHS9S3Q8/FKX6S52HHS9S3Q8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/6S52/HHS9S3Q8/FKX6S52HHS9S3Q8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/6S52/HHS9S3Q8/FKX6S52HHS9S3Q8.SMALL.jpg razeksk   To make a sound activated camera trigger the main thing you need is a camera that accepts an external trigger.  The camera I’m using for this example is a Samsung NX1000 Smart Camera. The camera is activated when the external trigger contacts are shorted to ground; so the circuit we’re making s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:44:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Are-you-annoyed-about-shaky-hands/
Are you annoyed about shaky hands? - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/AHZY/HI3TWJNM/FNDAHZYHI3TWJNM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/AHZY/HI3TWJNM/FNDAHZYHI3TWJNM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/AHZY/HI3TWJNM/FNDAHZYHI3TWJNM.SMALL.jpg Robrockman Shaky hands make photos blur, people sometimes have to use pic editor to make better photo effects. It could be hard shooting with hands holding the camera under dim light, there are three tips here that could help you. right position The best way to stabilize the camera is to use your knees.  Hold ...
By: Robrockman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:24:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-1200W-CFL-daylight-for-product-photography-or-/
DIY 1200W CFL daylight for product photography or video light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/2SR8/HHS9VCRD/F742SR8HHS9VCRD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/2SR8/HHS9VCRD/F742SR8HHS9VCRD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/2SR8/HHS9VCRD/F742SR8HHS9VCRD.SMALL.jpg kalmarattila Before I started this project, tried a few lights for my product photography what I found at home: desktop lights, 150W halogen reflectors, etc. But none of them are perfect for my needs. :( So I started to search DIY variants to build two lights for myself. I found these, and get the inspiration: ...
By: kalmarattila

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:12:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Stereoscopic-Photography/
3D Stereoscopic Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/TY86/HFPTJG4U/FR0TY86HFPTJG4U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/TY86/HFPTJG4U/FR0TY86HFPTJG4U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/TY86/HFPTJG4U/FR0TY86HFPTJG4U.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos 3D photography or stereoscopic photography is the art of capturing and displaying two slightly offset photographs to create three dimensional images. The 3D effect works because of a principle called stereopsis. Each eye is in a different location, and as a result, it sees a slightly different ...
By: DIYHacksAndHowTos

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:49:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LONG-TERM-TIME-LAPSE-PROJECT/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/XZ49/HHJOKIPR/FSPXZ49HHJOKIPR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/XZ49/HHJOKIPR/FSPXZ49HHJOKIPR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/XZ49/HHJOKIPR/FSPXZ49HHJOKIPR.SMALL.jpg carlp778 A client approached me a couple of months ago interested in a long term timelapse project. I've done time-lapses in the past for them but only ones that have lasted a few hours rather than weeks, months or even a year! They asked me if I could do one that could last 2-3 weeks while their product (a ...
By: carlp778

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Jun 2013 07:28:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/match-box-pinhole-camera/
match box pinhole camera. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/2KFF/HHI4WLEP/FZH2KFFHHI4WLEP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/2KFF/HHI4WLEP/FZH2KFFHHI4WLEP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/2KFF/HHI4WLEP/FZH2KFFHHI4WLEP.SMALL.jpg vinayakniraj0002 Interested in building a matchbox pinhole camera? A simple and cheap way to get into the amazing world of DIY Pinhole Photography! You will need...... A matchbox ! (standard matchboxes are usually just the right width for 35mm film) A new roll of 35mm film.  Any type will do, but normal colour ...
By: vinayakniraj0002

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Jun 2013 03:19:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/High-Speed-Photography-1/
High Speed Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/QAY3/GWF5TS5H/FN1QAY3GWF5TS5H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/QAY3/GWF5TS5H/FN1QAY3GWF5TS5H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/QAY3/GWF5TS5H/FN1QAY3GWF5TS5H.SMALL.jpg geo bruce With this device you’ll be able to: take pictures from anything you can sense or detect: - movement - sound - … You don’t need to modify your camera or flash for this. It’s compatible with the old High Voltage flashes and the new TTL ones. Why I did this project? A friend of me who's really passion...
By: geo bruce

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 04:09:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Smooth-Skin-in-Photoshop/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/046H/HH2VJUAO/FB4046HHH2VJUAO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/046H/HH2VJUAO/FB4046HHH2VJUAO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/046H/HH2VJUAO/FB4046HHH2VJUAO.SMALL.jpg ngrainger1 This is a simple and in-depth way to add lip colour and whiten teeth using Adobe CS Photoshop or similar programmes such as GIMP.
By: ngrainger1

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 May 2013 17:09:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Enhance-Pictures-Using-Lightroom/
How To Enhance Pictures Using Lightroom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/QBV6/HFSHVNAD/FBTQBV6HFSHVNAD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/QBV6/HFSHVNAD/FBTQBV6HFSHVNAD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/QBV6/HFSHVNAD/FBTQBV6HFSHVNAD.SMALL.jpg stray96 This instructable will show you how to enhance your photos in Adobe Lightroom by adjusting Exposure, Recovery, Fill LIght, and Blacks.  Step 1 Select the photo you wish to make some changes to. Step 2 Click "Develop" next to "Library" Step 3 Step 3: Look over your photo editing options, in ...
By: stray96

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 May 2013 11:37:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shoot-levitation-photos-with-iOS-app-Levitagram/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/54D1/HH2VJMEB/FXM54D1HH2VJMEB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/54D1/HH2VJMEB/FXM54D1HH2VJMEB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/54D1/HH2VJMEB/FXM54D1HH2VJMEB.SMALL.jpg lht1999 Levitagram is a new iOS app that makes it super easy to shoot cool levitation photos. No computer or Photoshop skills required. All you need is an iDevice. Link to the app: https://itunes.apple.com/app/levitagram/id639426500
By: lht1999

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 May 2013 22:49:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reveal-Hidden-Photo-Secrets-with-the-Curves-Tool/
Reveal Hidden Photo Secrets with the Curves Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/JR8Z/HH2VY6BH/FNMJR8ZHH2VY6BH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/JR8Z/HH2VY6BH/FNMJR8ZHH2VY6BH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/JR8Z/HH2VY6BH/FNMJR8ZHH2VY6BH.SMALL.jpg david.beck The tone curves tool is a basic photo manipulation tool that gives you complete control over how light and dark various parts of your image are. Today, I'll show you how to pull secrete images from the dark parts of pictures that you can't see.  "Curves" as we'll call it from now on, is a very comm...
By: david.beck

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 May 2013 21:42:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Bokeh-Dots-Circles-of-Confusion/
Make Bokeh Dots - Circles of Confusion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/1MRT/HH2VXYRK/FO51MRTHH2VXYRK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/1MRT/HH2VXYRK/FO51MRTHH2VXYRK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/1MRT/HH2VXYRK/FO51MRTHH2VXYRK.SMALL.jpg david.beck Bokeh are the out of focus parts of an image, but sometimes when people say "bokeh" they're referring to the out of focus highlights you see in this picture. If these highlights fall outside of the depth of field for your picture, they can produce an artistic and dramatic effect. These out of focus...
By: david.beck

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 May 2013 15:50:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Canon-Remote-Shutter-for-RC/
Canon Remote Shutter for R/C - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/PQXT/HH2VKQPJ/FDGPQXTHH2VKQPJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/PQXT/HH2VKQPJ/FDGPQXTHH2VKQPJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/PQXT/HH2VKQPJ/FDGPQXTHH2VKQPJ.SMALL.jpg squiggy2 This instructable details how to remotely take a photo/video with a Canon camera using an Arduino, a remote control transmitter and receiver. I have a quadcopter running arducopter 2.8.something. At the time of writing this instructable, remote shutter is not enabled. I read somewhere that they’re ...
By: squiggy2

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 May 2013 07:28:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Photograph/
3D Printed Photograph - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/4XWY/HGU2JLA2/F9P4XWYHGU2JLA2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/4XWY/HGU2JLA2/F9P4XWYHGU2JLA2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/4XWY/HGU2JLA2/F9P4XWYHGU2JLA2.SMALL.jpg amandaghassaei The 3d printer in our office (an Objet Connex500) prints with a rigid, semitransparent white material that can be used to create these unique black and white photographic prints.  These prints may be indecipherable when viewed from the side, but when backlit with a diffuse light, they recreate image...
By: amandaghassaei

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 02:32:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Light-Painting-Orb-Creator/
Make Your Own Light Painting Orb Creator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/MDIS/HGU2JHW9/FSTMDISHGU2JHW9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/MDIS/HGU2JHW9/FSTMDISHGU2JHW9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/MDIS/HGU2JHW9/FSTMDISHGU2JHW9.SMALL.jpg mazzmn Long exposure night photography can be a fun pass-time especially on a cool summer evening. "Light painting" can make things even more fun. If you've looked into light painting you've no doubt seen Orb's, spherical mystery lights....Orb photos are created by spinning bright LED lights.  This Instru...
By: mazzmn

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 13:23:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Silhouette-Photography-Creating-Mystery/
Silhouette Photography - Creating Mystery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/QXTP/HGU2DSW5/FVJQXTPHGU2DSW5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/QXTP/HGU2DSW5/FVJQXTPHGU2DSW5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/QXTP/HGU2DSW5/FVJQXTPHGU2DSW5.SMALL.jpg david.beck Silhouettes can be powerful because they create a sense of mystery by hiding the details within the subject. Both the lingerie and scary movie industries have been using this trick for years - they keep things interesting because you get to fill in the blanks with your own mind. All you can see is a...
By: david.beck

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 18:00:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Candle-Light-Photography/
Candle Light Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/QF1V/HGIEWJHL/FX2QF1VHGIEWJHL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/QF1V/HGIEWJHL/FX2QF1VHGIEWJHL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/QF1V/HGIEWJHL/FX2QF1VHGIEWJHL.SMALL.jpg david.beck I'm a big believer in getting the most out of the photography gear you have. You don't need a fancy lighting setup to get awesome pictures of the things around you. Candle light is a simple light source that can provide a rather interesting touch to any subject whether small or large.  Large subjec...
By: david.beck

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 16:14:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Jiffy-Bag-Photo-Flash-Bender/
Mailing Envelope Photo Flash Bender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Using a Jiffy bag or Mailing Envelope, some duct tape, and some wire you can make this awesome flash bender to mould and direct your light when taking photos. Rogue make this awesome Flash Benders, that give you great control over your flash photography light, you can use them independently, or com...
By: gmjhowe

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 11:22:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Apple-Airport-Photo-Flashgun-Diffuser/
Apple Airport Photo Flashgun Diffuser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Apple went through this phase where they would use a white lined acrylic for all there products. It was great for letting light through, which they even used to that effect with the status lights in the iMacs of the time. I have made a lot of flash diffusers in the past, using anything I could get ...
By: gmjhowe

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 14:35:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-USB-Magnifying-Lamp/
DIY USB Magnifying Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/N9Q2/HFSHUSML/FZ1N9Q2HFSHUSML.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/N9Q2/HFSHUSML/FZ1N9Q2HFSHUSML.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/N9Q2/HFSHUSML/FZ1N9Q2HFSHUSML.SMALL.jpg KRA5H I am a columnist at Science 2.0 and in my column, The Square Root of Not, I demonstrate how to build an alcohol burner for a home chemistry set. In my article, I mention that "second-hand stores like Goodwill, Salvation Army, and local mom & pop shops are treasure troves of things to hack or repurpo...
By: KRA5H

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 15:13:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Worlds-cheapest-darkroom-enlarger/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/FR8R/HFPTIXVR/F68FR8RHFPTIXVR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/FR8R/HFPTIXVR/F68FR8RHFPTIXVR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/FR8R/HFPTIXVR/F68FR8RHFPTIXVR.SMALL.jpg JennyWillknitt This is my invention: a camera obscura photographic enlarger. Someone else has probably made one before, but I haven't found it on the internet yet. You can buy all of the supplies in the dollar store. To make one you'll need: To make your own enlarger you'll need: A sturdy cardboard box Black car...
By: JennyWillknitt

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 21:25:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/EXPOSURE-BRACKETING-FOR-SPECTACULAR-PANORAMAS/
exposure bracketing for spectacular panoramas - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/OI6Y/HFSH579E/F5HOI6YHFSH579E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/OI6Y/HFSH579E/F5HOI6YHFSH579E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/OI6Y/HFSH579E/F5HOI6YHFSH579E.SMALL.jpg andrea biffi After thousands of panoramas taken in all these years coming from the old manual Exacta film camera, then the Canon A-1, passing throught the full automatic EOS1, arriving to digital stuff and still improving myself, I think I came at a moment at which it should be a great satisfaction to share my t...
By: andrea biffi

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 11:02:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Some-of-the-Best-Photography-Locations-in-Waco-TX/
Some of the Best Photography Locations in Waco, TX - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/PQ72/HFPTIDFB/FWQPQ72HFPTIDFB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/PQ72/HFPTIDFB/FWQPQ72HFPTIDFB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/PQ72/HFPTIDFB/FWQPQ72HFPTIDFB.SMALL.jpg cclinkingbeard These instructions will take you to four photography locations that are unique to Waco, TX.  The locations include the Waco Suspension Bridge, the Dr. Pepper Museum, St. Mary's Church, and a few locations on the campus of Baylor University.  All directions will begin at the Baylor University Visitor...
By: cclinkingbeard

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:43:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Phone-Marco-Photography-HQ-using-LED-lens/
Phone Macro Photography (HQ - using LED lens) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/Z9TX/HFSHT1WY/FCKZ9TXHFSHT1WY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/Z9TX/HFSHT1WY/FCKZ9TXHFSHT1WY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/Z9TX/HFSHT1WY/FCKZ9TXHFSHT1WY.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Here's a quick and easy tutorial on taking macro photography pictures using your smartphone. The lenses work best with cameras having at least 5MP, with autofocus of course. So whats so special about this mobile macro photography guide? - I found an ingenious solution. The lenses that I'm using are...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 03:52:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Get-EPIC-TRUE-SLOW-MOTION-TO-1000FPS-FOR-/
Get a Epic 1000fps SLOW MOTION Camera FOR $150! and Usage Tips! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/FYY7/HFSH788O/FBDFYY7HFSH788O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/FYY7/HFSH788O/FBDFYY7HFSH788O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/FYY7/HFSH788O/FBDFYY7HFSH788O.SMALL.jpg SubjectAwesome   In this Instructiable I will show you a camera (Casio ZR200) that you can buy for $150 that can do slow motion - 120fps, 240fps, 480fps, and 1000fps!  I will also will show you be best way to film with this camera, also I'll give you some very important tips on filming slow motion. You can S...
By: SubjectAwesome

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 23:03:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-DIY-Photography-Backdrop/
Mini DIY Photography Backdrop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/8J7T/HFSH4WVS/F998J7THFSH4WVS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/8J7T/HFSH4WVS/F998J7THFSH4WVS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/8J7T/HFSH4WVS/F998J7THFSH4WVS.SMALL.jpg PropPrintables I've been looking for a solution to my backdrop issue for a while now. The need for which is revisited every time a new craft is produced for my little Etsy shop, and I finally decided it was time to do something about this. Some time ago I was greatly inspired by the larger version which is mounte...
By: PropPrintables

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:14:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-array-hot-shoe-to-threaded-connection/
LED array hot shoe to threaded connection - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/IRLF/HFPTED1L/FBYIRLFHFPTED1L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/IRLF/HFPTED1L/FBYIRLFHFPTED1L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/IRLF/HFPTED1L/FBYIRLFHFPTED1L.SMALL.jpg rocket I recently picked up a 60-LED light from DealExtreme. This inexpensive light has power settings, is extremely portable, and can be charged via usb. This LED array throws a lot of light and are perfect for photography as the bottom of the LED array has a hot-shoe clip that allows it to be convenientl...
By: rocket

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:04:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Light-Painting-Spirographs/
Making Light Painting Spirographs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SMALL.jpg nkraus1 In this instructable I will show you how to make light painting spirographs, which are one of my favorite techniques in light painting. First of all I do not take credit for this idea, I know it has been done long before my time, but I feel the necessity to spread it further. You will also need to ...
By: nkraus1

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 23:26:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lens-Rain-sleeve/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/ZKLM/HFD16TM6/FVVZKLMHFD16TM6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/ZKLM/HFD16TM6/FVVZKLMHFD16TM6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/ZKLM/HFD16TM6/FVVZKLMHFD16TM6.SMALL.jpg Blechmen Waking up one morning I looked outside and I saw ice covering everything. What had happened was over the night it started to rain and get cold at the same time, resulting in freezing rain. Seeing this amazing sight my first thought was that I had to take some photos since I am a photographer. But un...
By: Blechmen

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 11:11:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fiber-snoot-for-underwater-photography/
Fiber snoot for underwater photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/3N5V/HFD10QAF/F1Q3N5VHFD10QAF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/3N5V/HFD10QAF/F1Q3N5VHFD10QAF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/3N5V/HFD10QAF/F1Q3N5VHFD10QAF.SMALL.jpg OrenLederman I originally published these instructions a while ago on my blog, but I figured that I will be more useful here :)  Following a friend’s request I decided to explain how to build a fiber snoot for underwater use. On this post I will explain how to make a snoot that fits an Ikelite DS-50 substrobe. ...
By: OrenLederman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:36:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/String-Tripod-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/QRFL/HF23X6SB/FU3QRFLHF23X6SB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/QRFL/HF23X6SB/FU3QRFLHF23X6SB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/QRFL/HF23X6SB/FU3QRFLHF23X6SB.SMALL.jpg Blechmen Picture this....  You are about to do a big shoot and everyone is counting on you, you take your camera out. Next thing is the tripod but you can't find it so you must have forgotten it. What to do? This is the thing for you.  Make-To-Learn Youth Contest questions: What did you make? I made a mak...
By: Blechmen

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:42:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/35mm-in-a-120-camera-Budget-of-nothing/
35mm in a 120 camera. Budget of nothing. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2VT2/HF23QKES/FWT2VT2HF23QKES.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2VT2/HF23QKES/FWT2VT2HF23QKES.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2VT2/HF23QKES/FWT2VT2HF23QKES.SMALL.jpg nseabright Where I am, It is hard to develop 120 film, and it would be much more simpler to use 35mm in my 120mm Diana. This is a simple and free method of using 35mm film in a 120 camera. What you need All you need for this is: ~ One used roll of film. ~ A 120mm film spool ~ Some buttons or something that...
By: nseabright

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Apr 2013 22:18:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bounce-Flash-Means-Better-Instructables/
Bounce Flash Means Better Instructables - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/ZAJA/HF23WGRJ/FNQZAJAHF23WGRJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/ZAJA/HF23WGRJ/FNQZAJAHF23WGRJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/ZAJA/HF23WGRJ/FNQZAJAHF23WGRJ.SMALL.jpg Phil B Photography means writing with light. It is not about a great camera, but about understanding and manipulating light. Bounce flash is a good way to produce pleasing lighting for Instructables photos and for other purposes. It can also be easy to do. The photo shows my old Pentax digital camera. The...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2013 09:25:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Polarized-Light-Microscopy-Reveals-Hidden-Beauty-i/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/JBX5/HEXUHR01/F2WJBX5HEXUHR01.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/JBX5/HEXUHR01/F2WJBX5HEXUHR01.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/JBX5/HEXUHR01/F2WJBX5HEXUHR01.SMALL.jpg barkergk Mixes Science with Art!
By: barkergk

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 15:42:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Repairing-Photography-Umbrellas/
Repairing Photography Umbrellas - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/OX8R/HEXSRYVK/FL3OX8RHEXSRYVK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/OX8R/HEXSRYVK/FL3OX8RHEXSRYVK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/OX8R/HEXSRYVK/FL3OX8RHEXSRYVK.SMALL.jpg jugglem OK, its bound to happen. You are walking around your studio, you hit your light stand, knocking it over. Or even though you have a ton of sand bags on your light stands outside, a gust of wind whips up and blows it over. In either case you scream, run over, and see a couple of bent or broken support...
By: jugglem

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 14:50:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DSLR-Camera-Backpack/
DIY DSLR Camera Backpack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/1FDL/HET1FGNG/FZD1FDLHET1FGNG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/1FDL/HET1FGNG/FZD1FDLHET1FGNG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/1FDL/HET1FGNG/FZD1FDLHET1FGNG.SMALL.jpg Rainh2o Have you ever wanted one of those nice backpacks for your camera but didnt want to shell out the 100+ dollars for one?  I'll show you how  I modified a nice laptop backpack into a camera backpack that will not only protect your camera but also be able to carry and protect your laptop as well.  It al...
By: Rainh2o

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 22:34:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Shutter-Grip-for-Your-Medium-Format-Camera/
Shutter Grip for Your Medium Format Camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/KSBG/HET1B7JB/FK6KSBGHET1B7JB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/KSBG/HET1B7JB/FK6KSBGHET1B7JB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/KSBG/HET1B7JB/FK6KSBGHET1B7JB.SMALL.jpg mattthegamer463 If you've ever used a Mamiya or a Hasselblad medium format SLR, you notice quickly that the camera isn't particularly ergonomic.  Due to the nature of the film transport mechanism, having a 35mm-style grip would add unnecessary size to the camera.  SLRs with a waste-level finder are easier to use wi...
By: mattthegamer463

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 21:25:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Panoramic-Galaxy/
Panoramic Galaxy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/W4QP/HET1ELMS/F51W4QPHET1ELMS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/W4QP/HET1ELMS/F51W4QPHET1ELMS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/W4QP/HET1ELMS/F51W4QPHET1ELMS.SMALL.jpg melvinkat A few months ago I upgraded my cell phone to the Galaxy S3.  It's a great phone.  One of my favorite features is it's ability to create panoramic pictures.  However, I noticed that sometimes the pictures didn't quite line up right.  After talking to my brother-in-law about this I found out that the ...
By: melvinkat

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:04:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Harry-Potter-wand-effect-with-light/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/PTRE/HELX6YQV/FS9PTREHELX6YQV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/PTRE/HELX6YQV/FS9PTREHELX6YQV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/PTRE/HELX6YQV/FS9PTREHELX6YQV.SMALL.jpg happybuilder What did I make? -In this instructable I will be showing you how to create a Harry Potter style wand beam. If you don't understand something or if I missed some details, please let me know. How did I make it? Materials needed: -2 flashlights or LEDs. Preferably a red or green on along with a bright...
By: happybuilder

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 18:42:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Optical-fiber-flashgun/
Optical fiber flashgun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAM/8JVR/HDOW6RB4/FAM8JVRHDOW6RB4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAM/8JVR/HDOW6RB4/FAM8JVRHDOW6RB4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAM/8JVR/HDOW6RB4/FAM8JVRHDOW6RB4.SMALL.jpg glazur In this experiment I tried to find possible ways of guiding and shaping flashlight with the help of Plastic Optical Fiber. Ingredients • 9 optical fiber light, I tried to buy only the plastic optical fiber on spool (POF), but I found only very expensive ones. These ones you could buy in these 2 e...
By: glazur

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 14:31:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Monotone-Photos/
How to Make Monotone Photos - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/UJ4L/HDYZIZNZ/FTLUJ4LHDYZIZNZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/UJ4L/HDYZIZNZ/FTLUJ4LHDYZIZNZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/UJ4L/HDYZIZNZ/FTLUJ4LHDYZIZNZ.SMALL.jpg piusag Monotone photography is a type of photography that displays only one tone of color instead of the original colors; this color tone might be black and white (monochrome), red, blue, green, or any other colors. People make monotonic photos for some reasons; it can be just for the sake of art or many o...
By: piusag

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:11:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Photo-Light-Studio-for-small-reflective-objects-su/
Photo Light Studio for small reflective objects such as Jewelry :) Cheap, Portable, Recycled Materials, and best of all, it REALLY works!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SMALL.jpg picturesofsilver Five years after learning how to make fine silver and bronze jewelry, opening my own etsy shop, purchasing a Paragon jewelry kiln, all the tools, an OTT light, and  a Canon Rebel, I was finally getting ready to invest in a light box to properly photograph the reflective little beauties. I googled 'm...
By: picturesofsilver

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 18:53:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-Cheap-Diffuse-Light-for-Macro-Images-and/
Quick and Cheap Diffuse Light for Macro Images and Computer Vision - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/VWB5/HD4VDY0X/FEBVWB5HD4VDY0X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/VWB5/HD4VDY0X/FEBVWB5HD4VDY0X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/VWB5/HD4VDY0X/FEBVWB5HD4VDY0X.SMALL.jpg WarehouseJim Introduction The lighting rig created here is suitable for a range of tasks where you want a diffuse light source. A perfect diffuse light (also called ambient light in 3D graphics) comes from all angles and won't cast shadows or have strong bright reflections.  Contrast this with a point light, l...
By: WarehouseJim

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 04:53:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Time-Lapse-Hack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/SYEM/HD7U0C3C/FZASYEMHD7U0C3C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/SYEM/HD7U0C3C/FZASYEMHD7U0C3C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/SYEM/HD7U0C3C/FZASYEMHD7U0C3C.SMALL.jpg danafreeman This is a real easy hack and does not require any tools or complex set up. All you need is a TiltPod and an IKEA kitchen timer. You simply magnetically attach the till pod on the flat top surface of the Timer and you’re good to go. Once you set up your time lapse app or the settings on your GoPr...
By: danafreeman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:57:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/20-SteadyCam-in-an-afternoon/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/3ZB7/HD4VPXJF/FYP3ZB7HD4VPXJF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/3ZB7/HD4VPXJF/FYP3ZB7HD4VPXJF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/3ZB7/HD4VPXJF/FYP3ZB7HD4VPXJF.SMALL.jpg squiggy2 Heres a cheap and easy steadycam which works amazingly well. The design is based off Johnny Lee's, which can be found at http://johnnylee.net/. More of my projects can be found at patricksprojects.posterous.com or here on instructables.
By: squiggy2

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:36:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/GoPole-for-Filming/
GoPole for Filming - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/HQ5U/HD2RTVCN/F5YHQ5UHD2RTVCN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/HQ5U/HD2RTVCN/F5YHQ5UHD2RTVCN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/HQ5U/HD2RTVCN/F5YHQ5UHD2RTVCN.SMALL.jpg SoftwareMaster123 In this Instructable i am going to show you how to make a GoPole for skiing, snowboarding, everyday filming use. Advantages of using this- - you can film yourself and fit your whole body in. - you can film your subject and if the are far away you will be able to get closer to them. What you nee...
By: SoftwareMaster123

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:58:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Soft-Box-Photography-Light/
Soft-Box Photography Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/AY9Y/HD2RMHGV/FXAAY9YHD2RMHGV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/AY9Y/HD2RMHGV/FXAAY9YHD2RMHGV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/AY9Y/HD2RMHGV/FXAAY9YHD2RMHGV.SMALL.jpg BareConductive I decided to make some soft-box lights for our photography setup in our studio.  The aim of a soft-box light is to create an even and diffuse light source, is is simply an enclosure around a bulb comprising of reflective side and back walls and a diffusing material at the front of the light. For m...
By: BareConductive

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 08:10:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Black-and-white-headshots-made-simple/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/NWUU/HCV9A27Q/FHXNWUUHCV9A27Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/NWUU/HCV9A27Q/FHXNWUUHCV9A27Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/NWUU/HCV9A27Q/FHXNWUUHCV9A27Q.SMALL.jpg Dustint66 Here is my tutorial on a quick and simple way to set up for a nice high key headshot Feel free to send your questions/comments to my page https://www.facebook.com/DustinThompsonPhotography?bookmark_t=page and subscribe to my youtube channel for more videos http://www.youtube.com/user/TheShutterS...
By: Dustint66

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 20:32:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Levitation-photography/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/Z2JA/HCV9CR7S/F8AZ2JAHCV9CR7S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/Z2JA/HCV9CR7S/F8AZ2JAHCV9CR7S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/Z2JA/HCV9CR7S/F8AZ2JAHCV9CR7S.SMALL.jpg Dustint66 Hello everyone! Here is my tutorial on a fairly quick and simple way to make it look like you are levitating in your photos! Enjoy! Feel free to send your questions/comments to my page https://www.facebook.com/DustinThompsonPhotography?bookmark_t=page and subscribe to my youtube channel for more ...
By: Dustint66

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