Eric Brooks

Top Headlines for September 19, 2019

Posted on Thursday September 19, 2019 by Eric Brooks

China Attacks Pelosi for Meeting Hong Kong Activists

China’s foreign ministry has accused U.S. congressional leader Nancy Pelosi of making irresponsible remarks about pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong and urged the U.S. to stop interfering in China’s internal affairs.
Air Pressure Issue Causes Delta to Divert Flight to Florida

Delta Air Lines diverted an Atlanta flight headed to Florida after an unknown issue caused the cabin’s oxygen masks to be released.
Public Transport Drivers Strike in Delhi Over Higher Fines

Commuters in India’s capital are facing difficulties as much of the city’s public transportation, including private buses, auto-rickshaws and some ride-hailing services, remains off the roads to protest a sharp increase in traffic fines.
FIFA Boss Hopeful Iran Will Lift Ban on Women Soccer Fans

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is raising hopes Iran will lift a ban on women entering soccer stadiums before a World Cup qualifying game next month.
Suspect in German Politician’s Killing Linked to 2nd Attack

German prosecutors say a far-right extremist arrested over the killing of a regional politician from Chancellor Angela Merkel’s party is also now suspected in the attempted killing of an Iraqi asylum-seeker.
Thieves Take 2 Million Euros in Jewels From French Chateau

French authorities say six unidentified thieves have broken into one of France’s most opulent chateaus, tied up its owners and escaped with at least 2 million euros’ ($2.2 million) worth of jewels and cash.
Norway’s Central Bank Raises Key Policy Rate Again

Norway’s central bank has decided to raise its key policy rate by 0.25 percentage points to 1.50%
Ex-UK PM Cameron Says He Sought Queen’s Help in Scots Vote

Former British Prime Minister David Cameron acknowledged Thursday that he asked Queen Elizabeth II, who is supposed to remain politically neutral, to help the pro-'remain' side in Scotland’s 2014 independence referendum.
Haas Retains F1 Drivers Grosjean, Magnussen for 2020 Season

Formula One drivers Romain Grosjean and Kevin Magnussen have been retained by Haas for the 2020 season, the American team announced on Thursday.
Hamilton Looking to Extend F1 Lead at Singapore Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton aims to turn up the heat in his bid for a sixth Formula One championship at this weekend’s Singapore Grand Prix.

[#Photoshop #Tutorial] Photoshop Tutorial: How To Create REALISTIC Reflections on Objects!

Posted on Wednesday September 18, 2019 by Eric Brooks

Photoshop Tutorial: How To Create REALISTIC Reflections on Objects!

By Photoshop Training Channel
Published: Jun 16, 2019

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In this tutorial, you will learn how to apply a realistic reflection to a composite in Photoshop.

ðŸ“˜ INDEX – Make Realistic Shadows in Photoshop

02:15 – Making the Digital Reference
05:05 – Select and Distort the Background Reference
09:24 – Mask the Reflection
10:30 – Blend the Reflection Using Blending Modes
12:15 – Refine the Distortion
13:00 – Apply the Microphone Selection
14:44 – Color M… [READ MORE]

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Top Headlines for September 18, 2019

Posted on Wednesday September 18, 2019 by Eric Brooks

Dutchman’s Body Found, Raises Spain’s Storm Death Toll to 7

Spanish police say they have found the body of a missing Dutchman, raising the death toll in last week’s storms and flooding in southeastern Spain to seven.
Hong Kong Cancels China National Day Fireworks Amid Protests

Hong Kong has called off an annual fireworks display marking China’s National Day as pro-democracy protests show no sign of ending.
UK Supreme Court Hears Government Side in Vital Brexit Case

The British government was back at the country’s Supreme Court on Wednesday, arguing that Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s decision to suspend Parliament just weeks before the country is set to leave the European Union was neither improper nor illegal.
Zimbabwe Doctors March as Abducted Leader Is Still Missing

Zimbabwean doctors protesting the alleged abduction of a union leader have been met by a line of police in the capital as fears grow about government repression.
A Panda Is the Mascot for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

A smiling panda and a walking Chinese lantern will be the mascots for the 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Beijing.
Thai Officials Deny Swine Fever Outbreak After Culling News

Thailand’s government on Tuesday denied rumors of an outbreak of African swine fever that spread after media reports of the culling of pigs in the country’s north.
Ex-Atlanta Falcons Player Gets Prison for Molesting Girl, 12

A former Atlanta Falcons player has been sentenced to at least 12 years in prison for molesting a 12-year-old girl.
Sudan’s New PM Arrives in Egypt to Meet With El-Sissi

Sudan’s newly appointed prime minister has arrived in Egypt, in the first leg of his tour that will take him to France before heading to the U.N. General Assembly.
Oil Price Drops Further on Hope for Recovery of Saudi Output

The price of oil fell back further on Wednesday after the Saudi government said half of production that was knocked out by an attack over the weekend had already had been restored.
Elizabeth Warren Nabs 2020 Backing of Iowa’s State Treasurer

Presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren has announced the endorsement of one of Iowa’s last two uncommitted Democratic elected officials, state Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald.

[#AfterEffects #Video] Filmmaker (tries) to Explain TRAVEL VIDEO Effects

Posted on Tuesday September 17, 2019 by Eric Brooks

Filmmaker (tries) to Explain TRAVEL VIDEO Effects

By Cinecom.net
Published: Aug 18, 2019

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Get 10% Discount: https://squarespace.com/Cinecom – Filmmakers reacts to insane Travel Video effects from icon creators such as Sam Kolder, Ben TK and more.

How to Edit a Travel Video
► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voaS3pOmxQA

My Own Travel Video (Niceland)
► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kzb9QyAJDcg

The Travel Videos from this video (in order of appearance)
► https://www.youtube.co… [READ MORE]

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Top Headlines for September 17, 2019

Posted on Tuesday September 17, 2019 by Eric Brooks

Spain King Seeks Candidate to Form Gov’t, Avert New Election

Spain’s King Felipe VI is wrapping up two days of talks with political party leaders, hoping he can find a candidate that can win parliament’s backing to form a government and avert a second national election this year.
Wheelchair-Bound Libyan Migrant Assaulted in German City

Police in the eastern German city of Chemnitz say they’re investigating an attack on a wheelchair-bound Libyan migrant as a possible far-right hate crime.
The Latest: Hungary Indicates It Won’t Break With EU Line

The Latest on Britain’s plan to leave the European Union (all times local):
The Latest: Afghan Official: Blast in Kabul Near US Embassy

The Latest on developments in Afghanistan (all times local):
Most Senior Catholic Pedophile Appeals Australia Convictions

The most senior Catholic to be found guilty of sexually abusing children lodged an appeal in Australia’s highest court on Tuesday against his convictions for molesting two choirboys in a cathedral more than two decades ago.
Top UK Court Hearing Challenge to Johnson’s Parliament Break

Britain’s Supreme Court opened proceedings Tuesday to decide whether Prime Minister Boris Johnson broke the law when he suspended Parliament just weeks before the U.K. is due to leave the European Union, in a case that pits the powers of elected lawmakers against those of the executive.
AP Explains: Israel’s Parliamentary Elections

Israel is holding the country’s 22nd parliamentary elections on Tuesday, with over 6.3 million people eligible to cast ballots. Coming on the heels of April elections, it is an unprecedented repeat vote largely seen as a referendum on long-seated Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Popular Panda on Loan From China Dies in Thai Zoo

Zoo staff in northern Thailand have donned black and white clothing and observed a minute of silence to mourn the sudden death of their popular male giant panda, who was on a long-term loan from China.
Bombing Kills 24 at Afghan President’s Rally; Ghani Unhurt

A suicide bomber on a motorcycle targeted a campaign rally by President Ashraf Ghani in northern Afghanistan on Tuesday, killing at least 24 people and wounding 31, officials said. Ghani was present at the venue but was unharmed, according to his campaign chief.
Norway Police: Suspected Mosque Gunman’s Sister Shot 4 Times

Norwegian police say the teenage stepsister of a man suspected of an attempted terrorist attack on a mosque was shot three times in the head and once in the chest by a .22-caliber rifle that was later found in his car.

[#Photoshop #Tutorial] Easily Smooth and Soften Skin In Photoshop | High-End Retouching Techniques [FREE Action Included]

Posted on Monday September 16, 2019 by Eric Brooks

Easily Smooth and Soften Skin In Photoshop | High-End Retouching Techniques [FREE Action Included]

By Photoshop Training Channel
Published: Jun 27, 2019

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In this tutorial, you will learn how to smooth skin in Photoshop!

We will work with two high-end skin softening techniques.

Both methods are non-destructive, which means that you can edit your skin softening effect at any time!

But most importantly, these skin smoothing techniques will leave the skin texture intact. So that you can get beautiful smooth skin, without it looking fake or too soft…. [READ MORE]

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Top Headlines for September 16, 2019

Posted on Monday September 16, 2019 by Eric Brooks

The Latest: France Says Brexit Deal Must Guard Peace, Trade

The Latest on Brexit (all times local):
Spain’s King Meets Party Leaders in Bid to Avoid Election

Spain’s King Felipe VI has begun meeting political party leaders in the hope of choosing a candidate that can win parliament’s backing to form a government and avert a second national election this year.
Groups Expect Big Global Climate Protest Amid Union Support

Civil society groups say they expect hundreds of thousands of people to join a worldwide protest for climate action Friday.
Judo Champion Who Defied Iran’s Rules Now in Hiding

Saeid Mollaei has been in hiding since he left the Iranian judo team last month, saying he had been ordered to withdraw from the world championships on political grounds.
Pakistan Arrests 3 Over Attack on Temple, Hindu Homes

Pakistani police say they have arrested three people after a mob of angry Muslims ransacked a Hindu temple over the weekend and damaged a school and several homes belonging to the minority community in the southwestern town of Ghotki.
Rwandan Gospel Singer Comes Out as Gay, to Country’s Shock

Friends of Albert Nabonibo, a well-known gospel singer in Rwanda who recently came out as a gay man, do not want their names revealed. It is too shameful, one says. Another says he is anguished because his family knows he often used to socialize with Nabonibo.
Fijian Leader Urges Australia to Do More on Climate Change

Fiji’s prime minister used a state visit on Monday to urge Australia to take more ambitious actions to slash greenhouse gas emissions, a month after differences on climate change policy created anger and frustration at a forum of Pacific island leaders.
S. Korean Opposition Leader Shaves Head to Protest Minister

The leader of South Korea’s biggest opposition party on Monday became the latest politician to shave their heads to protest President Moon Jae-in’s appointment of a key political ally as justice minister despite allegations of academic fraud and financial crimes surrounding his family.
Recent Developments Surrounding the South China Sea

A look at recent developments in the South China Sea, where China is pitted against smaller neighbors in multiple territorial disputes over islands, coral reefs and lagoons. The waters are a major shipping route for global commerce and rich in fish and possible oil and gas reserves.
Afghan Official: Roadside Bomb Kills 5 Civilians in the West

An Afghan official says five civilians have died when their vehicle struck a roadside bomb in western Farah province.

[#Art #Animation] TIMELAPSE: Miyazaki

Posted on Sunday September 15, 2019 by Eric Brooks

TIMELAPSE: Miyazaki

By BaM Animation
Published: Jun 22, 2018

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Drawing like Miyazaki was a tough challenge, Here is the full timelapse of all the miyazaki themed art we did this episode!

http://www.shaddyconceptart.com/download

http://cargocollective.com/jacqueslee

Check out our LOFI Miyazaki Stream video here
https://youtu.be/q3izWw2MqmE

Many Thanks to our Guest Animation Justin Noel
http://imjustinoel.tumblr.com/

Thank you to our wonderful Artist sub… [READ MORE]

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Top Headlines for September 15, 2019

Posted on Sunday September 15, 2019 by Eric Brooks

The Latest: Zarif: Don’t Blame Iran for Saudi Oil Attacks

The Latest on the tensions in the Persian Gulf a day after Iran-backed Yemeni rebels attacked major oil sites in Saudi Arabia (all times local):
Activists Block Main Entrance to Frankfurt Auto Show

Activists have blocked the main entrance to the Frankfurt Motor Show in a protest against what they call the 'climate and environment destroyers' of the auto industry.
Israeli PM Convenes Cabinet in West Bank Ahead of Election

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is convening his final pre-election Cabinet meeting in a part of the West Bank he’s vowed to annex if re-elected.
Iran Dismisses US Allegation It Was Behind Saudi Oil Attacks

Iran denied on Sunday it was involved in Yemen rebel drone attacks the previous day that hit the world’s biggest oil processing facility and an oil field in Saudi Arabia, just hours after America’s top diplomat alleged that Tehran was behind the 'unprecedented attack on the world’s energy supply.'
Berlin Celebrates Postwar Visitor Program for Expelled Jews

Berlin was the last place Helga Melmed had expected to see again.
Tunisia Seeks New Leader to Boost Economy, Fight Terror

Tunisians are casting ballots in their North African country’s second democratic presidential election, choosing among 26 candidates for a leader who can safeguard its young democracy and tackle its unemployment, corruption and economic despair.
British Prime Minister’s Aide Divides, but Will He Conquer?

To some, he’s a strategic genius. Others call him a mayhem-loving anarchist.
AP PHOTOS: Ex-Army Chief Hoping to Be Israel’s Next Premier

As former army chief of staff Benny Gantz campaigns to be Israel’s next leader, he is relying less on policy specifics than on the archetypal image of a military man who can rise above the political fray and defend a country that feels perpetually under siege.
Oregon Wraps Nonconference Slate With 35-3 Win Over Montana

Justin Herbert isn’t satisfied yet but he’s confident that the Ducks are on the right path.
Embattled Israeli PM Fights for Survival in Do-over Election

A visibly frantic Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in the fight of his political life as the country heads to national elections for the second time this year.

[#Photoshop #Tutorial] Cut Out Fur From Busy Backgrounds In Photoshop

Posted on Saturday September 14, 2019 by Eric Brooks

Cut Out Fur From Busy Backgrounds In Photoshop

By Photoshop Training Channel
Published: Sep 09, 2019

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In this Photoshop tutorial, you will learn how to cut out fur from busy backgrounds!

This tutorial is a request from a PTC viewer, João Faro from Portugal. He sent in a photo of his cat asking how to remove the background.

The image is not of very good quality and it is shot up against a busy background which makes it an ideal image for today’s tutorial!

In this video, you will learn three … [READ MORE]

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Author: Eric Brooks

Top Headlines for September 19, 2019

[#Photoshop #Tutorial] Photoshop Tutorial: How To Create REALISTIC Reflections on Objects!

Photoshop Tutorial: How To Create REALISTIC Reflections on Objects!

Top Headlines for September 18, 2019

[#AfterEffects #Video] Filmmaker (tries) to Explain TRAVEL VIDEO Effects

Filmmaker (tries) to Explain TRAVEL VIDEO Effects

Top Headlines for September 17, 2019

[#Photoshop #Tutorial] Easily Smooth and Soften Skin In Photoshop | High-End Retouching Techniques [FREE Action Included]

Easily Smooth and Soften Skin In Photoshop | High-End Retouching Techniques [FREE Action Included]

Top Headlines for September 16, 2019

[#Art #Animation] TIMELAPSE: Miyazaki

TIMELAPSE: Miyazaki

Top Headlines for September 15, 2019

[#Photoshop #Tutorial] Cut Out Fur From Busy Backgrounds In Photoshop

Cut Out Fur From Busy Backgrounds In Photoshop

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