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SnapChat Lens VJ tutorial
VJ software, such as VDMX, has a number of FX that can be applied to layers in real time. In this tutorial, I’ll demonstrate a way to integrate Snap Camera’s Lenses into your next performance.
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DIY 3D printed foot weights for tibialis raises and knee recovery.
DIY 3D printed foot weight for Knees Over Toes exercises.
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APC40 MKII Template and Tutorial for VDMX
There’s a new template and tutorial for VDMX using the off-the-shelf APC40 MKII Midi Controller. I’ve made two custom templates for this controller to get VDMX users to get started. You can download the files & learn more at the link below: https://vdmx.vidvox.net/tutorials/akai-apc40-mk-ii-2-channel-vj-mixer-template-for-vdmx Also, right now until Nov. 29th. VDMX Read more…
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VJ Travel Kit: What’s in your bag?
I contributed a write-up to the VIDVOX blog (the makers of VDMX)! https://vdmx.vidvox.net/tutorials/vj-travel-kit-whats-in-our-bag This article covers software, hardware, and miscellaneous things I pack when working on the road. Many of these tools are lifesavers! I’ve been meaning to write this article for some time after interacting with professionals on jobs Read more…
Filmmaking
The “Dope” DIY Camera Dolly 3D Printable
A 3D printable DIY camera dolly that you can customize for your needs.
Tutorials
QLab and VDMX: Introduction Tutorials — VDMX – MAC VJ SOFTWARE
Two introductory tutorials explaining how to link VDMX and QLab for live performances and shows.
Tutorials
Add custom visuals to Zoom Meetings, Skype, OBS, Whereby, Google Duo, VJing in Zoom — VDMX – MAC VJ SOFTWARE
How to add custom visuals to zoom meetings. Videos, Photos, and more.
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Machine Girl video switcher and microphone camera.
COVID stopped the show, And started it up again in a whole new way! At the end of 2019, I set out to build a wireless camera mixing box for Machine Girl whom I was first introduced to in 2018 by the multi-talented Meg Fair. With their voyeuristic, bold, and Read more…
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Projection mapping mask V3 debut and process
Projection mapping mask evolution for music video and live performance
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Gobo Projector for Light Activism, Projections, Light Bombing
I wrote this article at the end of February 2020, set for release in early March, but Covid-19 shut everything down. I was hoping to release this with more photos and videos “in use,” but for now, you’ll just have to take my word for it that these projectors work Read more…
Tutorials
DIY LED Clouds
I’ve had this on my to do list for a few months now. This is in response to the massive LED cloud that was build for path.OS immersive in November 2019 ( video here ). The process is simple… Use a hot glue gun to attach polyfil or some kind Read more…
Tutorials
LED Pixel Mapping with MadMapper, VDMX, and Resolume
Looking back on my blog, I realized it is lacking in tutorials. One I’ve wanted to share for some time is about LED pixel mapping. It’s less expensive than you may think, and easy (mostly). Over the years, prices have dropped, more information has become available, and the software has Read more…
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Data management for Video editors and digital professionals
I wrote an article and put it on Medium to see if it could reach a broader audience. If you’re looking for some good ways to manage lots of media, videos, hard drives, etc. check out this write-up with links. Data management for Video editors and digital professionals. Catalog/Archive/Clone
Tutorials
Madmapper Qlab OSC tutorials.
I put two quick tutorials together for anyone interested. I’ll add more to this page if I make them. (Project brief below): Brief: I was building out slowdanger’s – empathy Machine show and needed a way to automate various visual changes over the 1hr+ performance. The beginning would trigger Read more…
Tutorials
Quick Madmapper NDI tutorial live video over ethernet Mac to PC to Mac
This might be the fastest tutorial I could create. Notes: A friend had a Question and I thought it was easiest to answer with a video. How to get NDI in and out of Madmapper. Troubleshooting before you begin: 1. Turn off your wifi (wifi might work, but it won’t Read more…
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Projection Mapping with the Raspberry Pi
Projection Mapping and video playback with the raspberry pi. Installations, Art Galleries, Theater, Best media player, minimad, pocketvj, ofxpimapper. Projectileobjects
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Best way to capture and share VJ content?
..::(Update May 2019 at bottom of page)::.. What’s the best way to capture VJing live? I put this article together to share some of the best ways I’ve found over the years to capture an HDMI signal from a computer. It also covers ways to share visuals from one computer Read more…
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DIY: Automated projection mapping installation. PMC
Original Blog post from Projection-Mapping.org before it retired. DIY: Automated projection mapping installation. Projection mapping installations are cool. Here’s a DIY method for automating your own… The sun goes down, the lights come on, and viola, you can make anything happen. But not all projectors have a built-in schedule or Read more…
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Pittsburgh Skyline Projection Mapping Tutorial
It’s been a while since I have been able to post some of my projection mapping adventures, but this one with Lazercrunk was fun. You don’t have to be local to appreciate an 8′ tall projection mapped city skyline. 10 buildings, spanning 16′ wide by 8′ high across the stage. Read more…
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Best Projection Mapping Softwares
This article was originally posted on Projection-Mapping.org, which has taken a break. I am reposting here for those who are interested. As of 2021, this information is still very relevant, and I hope you find use from it. Thanks! This is in response to a 2015 Article entitled “Which Projection Read more…
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New: Downloading videos and audio from the web for VJing
There have been many ups and downs when it comes to pulling the videos that you want back off the web and with youtube constantly updating their streaming protocols certain browser extensions such as BYTubeD no longer work. It is for that reason that I am going to list the ones that still work.
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Tutorial: The easier way to projection map for advertisement on a building. Drink Pink Hard
Hello to all visualize-ees and visual-ities, this month is going to introduce a new turn for ProjectileObjects.com as I have decided to make more frequent updates, tutorials, posts, and reviews. To help support me in my constant struggle with social media procrastination I ask that you, like, follow, share, in Read more…
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Updated: Check Out these 9 projection mapping apps. Mac & PC Free & Paid
UPDATE: If google brought you here, great! Have a look around at the rest of the blog. If you are only interested in this subject then look at this updated article that is NOT 4 years old 🙂 https://projection-mapping.org/best-projection-mapping-software/
After answering a few questions about the subject I thought I would share a few Projection Mapping Apps (programs) to keep try:
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Tutorials
Downloading Youtube Videos for VJing Mac & PC.
Update: Check out the latest post on this subject here: https://projectileobjects.com/2014/10/16/new-downloading-videos-and-audio-from-the-web-for-vjing/ —————————————————————————————————————————- You may have seen one of my previous posts, Batch Downloading and Converting Youtube Videos. It was a great method that has stopped working only within the past few months. The reason being = DASH. Dash is Read more…
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Druid Projection Mapping for Lazer Crunk Event.
An idea was formed and we made it happen a few hours before the event. Check out the video to see what we did or go to instructables.com to do it yourself. https://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Giant-Druids-Ghosts-or-Whatever-and-Projectio-1/ Software used = Madmapper and VDMX https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7K5Xp3yKK4E [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7K5Xp3yKK4E&w=640&h=480]
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Some Cost Saving Tips for VJ’s, Visual Artists, and Home Movie Theaters
Some Cost Saving Tips and Tricks for DJ’s VJ’s and Visual Artists:
These are just a few options that I’ve learned over the years. Leave comments if you have any of your own.
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Multiple Clip creation from a single video. Batch Clips & Loops
So you want to take a single video and cut it into a bunch of clips as easily as possible? Well here is a tutorial for you.
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Tutorials
Part 1: Batch Download and Convert Youtube Videos for VJing
Update: Check out the latest post on this subject here:
https://projectileobjects.com/2014/10/16/new-downloading-videos-and-audio-from-the-web-for-vjing/
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old_UPDATED: As of DECEMBER 2013 This method of downloading will no longer work due to Youtube’s modification of how videos are streamed. I have created and updated thread HERE with the most up to date method of downloading. The rest of this post will remain for those who are investigating multiple techniques. Thanks ProjectileObjects
Ripping Videos from Youtube for VJing Batch downloading and converting on your MAC
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Part 2. Downloading and Converting hard to get Vimeo & Youtube Clips
Update: Check out the latest post on this subject here:
https://projectileobjects.com/2014/10/16/new-downloading-videos-and-audio-from-the-web-for-vjing/
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