Shanks FX

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

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Episodes

  • Creating Star Fields with Fiber Optics

    Filmmaker Joey Shanks shows the basic process of creating a Star Field background.
  • Creating Hyperspace with Fiber Optic Lights

    Filmmaker Joey Shanks uses Fiber Optic Lights to create the effect of hyperspace.
  • Creating a Rocket Ship with a Propane Nozzle

    Create the effect of a rocket ship jetting through outer space with a propane nozzle.
  • How to Use a Blood Cannon

    Turn an air compressor into a blood cannon for your gory horror film special effects!
  • Creating Planets with Dry Ice Bubbles

    See how transforming packaged dry ice into bubble form can represent celestial bodies!
  • Creating Alien Atmospheres in a Fish Tank

    Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite movies create alien atmospheres?
  • Creating Warp Speed with Steel Wool

    Joey creates the hypnotizing visual effect of warp speed by setting steel wool on fire.

Specials

About Shanks FX

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

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