Posts tagged: backyard-fx
Radio Controlled Camera Pod
By indymogulWelcome to the build plans for Indy Mogul Episode 43: Radio controlled camera pod. I've always thought it would be cool to have a remote controlled camera mount that could tilt and pan. I got this idea to use remote control cars. I figured it would be EASY to convert the motion of the car's drive and steering assemblies to the precision movements of a camera controller. Boy was I wrong. First off the front steering motor did not have the ge » READ MORE
How to make a Superhero costume
By indymogulHey everyone and welcome to the technical blog for Episode #18 (SuperHero) from IndyMogul. This week we were challenged by the guys over at The Stack. The deal is if I make an "animal themed superhero", Justin has to wear the costume for their entire show. Well BFX stepped up to the plate. Send in your superhero videos and remember you can submit your project ideas here!
Shopping List
- Two yards of cloth fleece.
(I used brown because my costume w » READ MORE
BFX: How to Make Fake Brains
By indymogulHey guys!
So we know that you all love zombies, and maybe some of you even watched how to get the most realistic looking zombie makeup. Now we're going to teach you have to build a fake brain. Yeah, it not that hard, but it does take some time and creativity. If you have an idea of your own, send us your videos!
For more tips and how to's, visit our website, Indy Mogul and don't forget to subscribe to our show on iTunes. If you want to see the c » READ MORE
How to make a blood shooter
By indymogulBackyard FX
"Blood Shooter Build"
By: Erik Beck
Hey everyone, below are the detailed plans on how to make a bloodshooter for your indie film. Remember that none of these plans are set in stone. Be creative and improvise if necessary. If you figure out a better way to build this rig, send us an email or submit a video.
Remember to subscribe to our weekly show, Backyard FX on iTunes and stop by our website, Indy Mogul for other great ideas.
Here's the c » READ MORE
How to make a blood shooter
By indymogulBackyard FX
"Blood Shooter Build"
By: Erik Beck
Hey everyone, below are the detailed plans on how to make a bloodshooter for your indie film. Remember that none of these plans are set in stone. Be creative and improvise if necessary. If you figure out a better way to build this rig, send us an email or submit a video.
Remember to subscribe to our weekly show, Backyard FX on iTunes and stop by our website, Indy Mogul for other great ideas.
Here's the c » READ MORE

