Posts tagged: film
Architecture from the Da Vinci Code
By DIY Maven
This summer a friend and I saw Angels and Demons and as I was watching it, the only thing I could think of--besides the fact that, even though it is a better movie than The Da Vinci Code, I still can't buy Tom Hanks as Robert Langdon--this is going to make a lot of people want to visit Vatican City. The architecture, the art, the atmosphere all added up to one spectacular tourism ad--less the bloody bits, of course. » READ MORE
How To: Custom Window Films.
By Chrisjob
My, my...how paint pens have grown. What used to put out splotchy, oily messes can apparently now produce thin, clean, consistent lines. A beautiful case-in-point: these custom window films from Kate at Design*Sponge. "In our home we needed some window films to provide privacy, but we also wanted them to let light through. using contact paper and a white paint pen, i’ve created some decorative window films that are easy to change, replace, m » READ MORE
5 Things You Can Make Out of a Film Canister
By DIY Maven
Film is so last century, which means the canister it comes in possesses a nostalgic quality. Embrace your love of the past--and of film--with these 5 clever projects from Photojojo. Each idea requires some basic equipment to disassemble the canisters to get you started, which includes:
- empty 35mm film canisters
- a bottle opener
- work gloves (optional)
- mallet (optional, but always fun to use)
- scissors or tin snips
- sandpaper
And now for » READ MORE
Open Call For Art!
By 3rd Ward Brooklyn3rd Ward Fall Solo Show: An Open Call to Find One Extraordinary Artist.
This nation-wide open call for ambitious, distinct and provocative work is open to artists working in all mediums - sculpture, photography, painting, printmaking, motion graphics, illustration, installation, industrial design, graphic design, film, video and more. For this call Gawker Artists has come on as a sponsor and this year's Judging Panel includes Clay Rockefeller, co » READ MORE
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
Paper stop-motion
By brunoOk, this is my new favorite thing (scroll for videos):
And this:
Artist: Su Blackwell
Via: SmartsAndCrafts
Polaroid to stop making its signature instant film.
By Chrisjob
A year ago, Polaroid stopped making its quick developing cameras. And as soon as they've manufactured enough of their instant film to last through 2009, they will stop producing that as well. As several clever journalists have remarked, Polaroid is getting out of the polaroid business. After Polaroid shuts down its remaining three factories (with a loss of 450 jobs), Fujifilm will be the only company producing instant film.
Read more at:
Has the instant film market been totally replaced by digital?
Vote now!
DIY Movie Projector
By ChrisjobNeed a projector to complement your DIY projection screen?
Check out the video below, which details the process of turning an old LCD monitor and an overhead projector into a cinema projector, perfect for home movies or large scale presentations.
How to Make a Rain Machine
By indymogulHow do you add instant drama to your scenes? Rain and sappy music of course. Using some wood, rope and a garden hose Erik shows you how to make a "Hollywood rain machine" for less then $50 bucks. Be sure to send in your Indie Filmmaking projects to Indy Mogul, and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes!
How to make a rain machine
by Erik Beck
Hey everyone and welcome to the technical blog for Episode#13 (rain machine). All you people who wanted a » READ MORE
How to Make a Cyborg
By indymogulHey guys!
After showing you how to make a robot suit last week, we started to think of other ways to build your own post-apocalyptic society. This time we've got a way to turn yourself into a cyborg. If you can't find any of these items around...be creative! As always, we at Indy Mogul are always looking for new ideas so be sure to send yours to us! And be sure to check us out on iTunes.
Shopping List
- Large PVC connector.
(You could really use c » READ MORE
Box Office Decor: Taking Design Cues from the Cinema
By Chrisjob
The first time I saw A Clockwork Orange (at 13), I was way too young: too young for the content, too young to understand the themes, or even the intricacies of the plot, and too young to recognize it as fine piece of filmmaking (with a remarkable Moog soundtrack). In fact, the only thing I could really appreciate was the insane postmodern interiors of the set décor...From the Korova Milk Bar to the internal shots of the homes to the wildly ps » READ MORE
Check out: Mid-Century Mania!
By ChrisjobScour your local library for a (VHS-only) copy of Mid-Century Mania, an entry from A&E’s series, House Beautiful. This 50-minute docu-showcase looks as if it was completed in the late 90’s (was that REALLY 8 years ago!?), and includes a bit of the basic cable non-fiction cheese and a generic blonde hostess, but the footage makes it more than bearable.
Highlights Include:
Profile of Case Study House #22, "Stahl House":
- Interview of original archi » READ MORE
