Shanks FX

Learn to create Hollywood-style effects in this DIY film series.

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    Ghostbusters "Surge Protector" Trap: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Ghostbusters "Surge Protector" Trap

    Use some prop-building expertise to build this cool modified surge protector.
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    Giant Bubble Reflections in HD

    Get mesmerized with giant bubble reflections.
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    DIY Game of Thrones "Ice Wall"

    With styrofoam and the right lighting, this massive prop can be recreated anywhere.
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    Close Encounters of the Drone Kind

    Creating eerie sci-fi lighting with a new DJI Phantom drone.
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    Hurricane Balls in HD: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Hurricane Balls in HD

    The wonders of angular momentum!
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    How to use a Split Focus Diopter

    A split focus diopter is an unique way to achieve the illusion of deep focus.
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    How to create Water Illusions

    With the right camera and perfect timing, these water illusions appear out of thin air.
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    How to create Star Wars Lightsaber sound effects

    We've done the lightsaber video, now let's tackle the sound.

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About Shanks FX

We create Hollywood effects with simple household products... and so can you.

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