Source Filmmaker

Series of tutorials covering how to create a simple film using game mode

This guide is dedicated to beginners, I'll teach you how to create a simple poster (for TF2 and not only).

Text Projection / Hologram.

if you wanna do cool stuff with eyes but don’t want to go around editing VMT’s, then listen up!

In this guide we will cover the basics of SFM and what is reccomended for SFM.

This guide will teach you how to add Depth of Field to your Source FilmMaker scene

Process of bringing custom assets into SFM

This mainly involves the 3-point-lighting technique

Do you not know how to set up SFM for Hammer Editor!Then this guide is for you!

In this video I analyze an animation I have made and fix it up a bit, giving tips and tricks a long the way

How to make TF2 hats look painted in SFM

How to lock items to parts of your character's body so that they move together.

I show you how to increase the slider range at the camera, lights ...

In today's tip of the day, I show you how to use Body Groups and Locks to replace the Pyro's mask with the Last Breath or other Pyro masks.

This is a small tutorial to help you guys set up your lights for a SFM picture, i used my Umbra picture as an example!

Hello, this video will show you how to extract addons from the Gmod workshop.

This tutorial teaches you how to sap a sentry or mimic one in SFM

How to apply smoothing in SFM

In this tutorial we will convert an animation from inside Second Life into a .dmx file which we can import into Source Filmmaker.

In this brief (but hopefully informative) tutorial, I explain how to build multiple level-3-capable sentries using the Source Filmmaker in-game recording tool.

Basically showing how you can use Override Material to hide some parts of models in sfm. Also using it to change the color of models.

You will often encounter a problem of your animation set model going crazy and disappear of your scene. Here is a quick fix for this instead of re-create an animation set.

How to create a depth of field effect so that the camera focuses on an object(s) and everything in front of or behind the object(s) is blurred.

Hi everyone, I will be teaching you how to get the strongbox items into Source Filmmaker

How to head hack properly

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to play around with lens presets to do zoom effects similar to what you may have seen in other films, such as the 'scare zoom'.

I'm going to be making a SFM artwork tutorial series so you guys can make amazing artworks! 🙂

How to modify textures using the element viewer to make them do some pretty interesting stuff.

lip syncing tutorial for Source Film Maker

Covers the creation of animated GIFs in SFM

Having trouble finding the appropriate effect that you want when you are making unusual loadout posters?

to show how easy it is to adjust FOV for those new SFM'ers out there

keyboard shortcut reference

more pony stuff it seems ...

In this guide I will show you how to paint Team Fortress 2 Hats and Miscs in Source Filmmaker.

Fixing the 5% Weight Bone Link Cull on Models

creating dota 2 videos with proper sized props!

This video shows how to fix Community TF Items that are supposed to be paintable, but remain black when painted by replacing the original TF2 Materials with Workshop material fixes.

In today's Tip I show you an organizational method to keep your more complex scenes with lots of animation sets more easily managed by changing the color of the labels in the Animation Set Editor.

Follow a character with a camera

Tutorial series covering the decompilation of source models and importing to SFM

The Garry's Mod Workshop has lots of interesting models and maps that aren't available anywhere else. Here's how to use them.

How to render with SFM

You will often encounter a problem of your animation set model going crazy and disappear of your scene. Here is a quick fix for this instead of re-create an animation set.

Giving a general tutorial on making comics from within SFM

How to create your very own 3D object and get it into Source Filmmaker

This series discusses the programs used to fix material files so hats and miscellaneous item display properly in SFM

Omni-Lights and Living Shadows

A tutorial on how to use depth of field

Well, look no further, for here you can find the answer to all of your questions regarding the new scaling system in SFM

Combining sequences within SFM

This is guide for fixing this odd bug that causes energy effect appear as pixelated version.

Tutorial for medic gun particle!

more pony stuff it seems ...

This is a detailed tutorial that goes over the difference between locking to a models position and rotation

more pony stuff it seems ...

In this video I cover Procedurals in detail, giving examples for most.

I will give you step-by-step instructions on how you can submit your entry to the 2013 Annual Saxxy Awards.

I show you how to make Blue triangles and then cause them to emit from a medic.

In today's tip of the day I show you how you can use the In, Out, Paste and Drop Procedural Presets in Source Filmmaker.

In this tutorial we are going to use one shot, one camera and create an animation set for the camera.

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to adjust the color, name and text associated with the clips in the Clip Editor to help you organize your shots more easily.

how to record motion and import it as an animation into Source Filmmaker.

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to add the 'gibbing' effect to make your posed models explode as though they were detonated by a sticky, etc.

A quick guide to easily and painlessly set up your copy of Maya to use the plugins provided with SFM. After correctly setting this up, you will be able to directly access DMX models, SMD models and also be able to export DMX animations.

Part 5 of my Source Filmmaker Tutorial series shows off how to create moving cameras.

Create pose to pose animation from the graph editor

This is a quick demonstration of how I can manipulate a character to change direction while walking using the Motion Editor and the Rotation Manipulator.

I show you how to use the History window which can simplify the process of undoing changes instead of spamming CTRL-Z

Just a quick demonstration of how you can quickly produce good looking handheld camera shots through pupeteering and time control.

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to add the new free DLC included with Source Filmmaker- Portal 2, Day of Defeat, Blade Symphony

How you can load and explore the Source Filmmaker Logo animation, which is not only included with Source Filmmaker, but was actually made in Source Filmmaker.

Tutorial series covering the decompilation of source models and importing to SFM

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

How to make MLP anthro models in SFM

Hats & Misc

more pony stuff it seems ...

I am going to teach you how to use Source Filmmaker

Covers the basics of animation in SFM

This series discusses the programs used to fix material files so hats and miscellaneous item display properly in SFM

I found it quite useful when I found out you could do this, even if it is so simple. Unsure how well known it is, but makes the creation of cycles MUCH easier.

In this tutorial I discuss how to replace the phoneme, viseme, and emotion tabs that like to go missing into some blackened abyss in SFM

In today's tip I show you a bit about how offset mode can allow you to modify existing animation curves in the Graph Editor without destroying the base animation.

A simple example of Animating in SFM

Modify materials of objects within SFM

Series of tutorials covering how to create a simple film using game mode

Series of tutorials covering how to create a simple film using game mode

In today's Tip of the Day I depart from some of my previous tutorials and delve a bit into animation theory, discuss how objects move in the real world and how you can more effectively emulate them in SFM.

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to make your recorded models turn into ragdolls on command.

I'm going to be making a SFM artwork tutorial series so you guys can make amazing artworks! 🙂

I’m gonna teach you my way on how to cry.

I will teach SFM noobs how to do pose to pose animation. Had to learn this the hard way...

Guides you through the process of creating Stylized Lighting

Today I am demonstrating how to paint hats in SFM!

Have you ever got tired of having to brighten up an SFM animation in an editing program? Well hopefully those days are gone:D

In this guide video I'll show you how to give your Source Filmmaker videos an almost film like quality.

In today's tip I give a quick demonstration of the differences between Transform, Overwrite and Offset in the Motion Editor of Source Filmmaker.

Learn how to cloak TF2 models in SFM! This involves the Element Viewer so be careful!

Fixing the 5% Weight Bone Link Cull on Models

add collision to meshes

more pony stuff it seems ...

This tutorial is made for the questions I have been recieving through PM asking how I put Half Life 2 Models into the SFM and how I animated them.

How To - Create a Simple Idle Animation in Source Filmmaker

covers animation in SFM

how to over-stylize your SFM pictures to hell.

In today's tip I go over the Default and the Zero animation presets and discuss what they do and how they're different- and why you sometimes find yourself having to use one or the other.

A quick run through of some IK rig basics and a neat trick with ik/fk blending

How to Add Unusual Effects and Particles in SFM

In this guide video I'll show you how to add motion blur

How To Use SFM And Create Posters And Videos

This is an updated tutorial regarding fixing the eye movement on Garry's Mod models.

a really quick run through of how to project your own texture through a light in SFM

Today, I will show you how to add TF2 Pro. Killstreak Eye Effects to models!

The L4D2 Workshop has lots of interesting models that aren't available anywhere else. Here's how to use them!

This tutorial roughly runs you through how I built the Uber Archimedes particle for my film Bad Medicine

This series discusses the programs used to fix material files so hats and miscellaneous item display properly in SFM

How to fix weird reflective lights

How to fix/Import custom BSP/textures for SFM

This video shows how to kill animation or a portion of an animation for an element or a whole model in an animation set.

This is an advanced tutorial on how you can use cinematography in SFM to its full extent

This tutorial shows you how to create a moving camera shot

How to to add blood wounds to your characters

SFM Ponies Tutorial #1

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

Guides you through the process of creating Light

Covers the basics of SFM

Color Script Improvements

In today's Tip of the Day I introduce you to the Particle System Editor in Source Filmmaker, a tool you can use to create or modify your own particle systems.

A guide made for those who are confused or unsure what to do in Source Filmmaker.

Create a basic scene in SFM

Full tutorial for Source Filmmaker by © 2012 Valve Corporation, Basically all the separate tuts merged into one

Hey Guys! Today I will show you how to use the Facial Plane to focus in on a certain model!

Doc's Practical Propensity to Particular Painting Problems

Walks through the creation of a scene in SFM

In this guide, I'll show you how to use zombie skins in SFM without the transparence effect.

SFM's Render Target cameras or RT cameras

In this guide you will get an Step by Step explaination how to use custom textures in SFM and how to apply them in SFM without overwriting the original texture.

This shows you how to get in-game customizable decals for flat surfaces via Particles.

A basic overview of how to use Particles in SFM

How to make a Loadout Poster for Team Fortress 2 in Source Filmmaker

How to make the zombie models in SFM

I cover some super basic film concepts, roll through what the various lens sizes mean, and why they rock

i decided to make a helpful tutorial on how to fix energy effect in source filmmaker

How to make good SFM pictures/posters

This step-by-step tutorial explains how to create dynamic floating text in Source Filmmaker using a rope particle system, from creating the texture and material files to making them appear in your shots.

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

This guide will probably help you get your content needed and lure some attention to it. It contains basic tips on what people usually like to see, when they are looking for models, and how to make them a little bit more appreciating.

How to make CSGO films in Source Filmmaker

A simple tutorial on how to import models into the Source Film Maker, that aren't accessible through the Valve Workshop.

Getting the best perfomance ( FPS ) for SFM

a behind the scenes look at how bad medicine was built.

This video will show a simple trick that will allow you to copy and paste Valve's sequences onto a custom model, like the Femscout.

A basic overview of how to use Physics in SFM

In today's Tip, I show you how to use the Stagger Procedural Preset to potentially make your animations more lifelike.

How to add makeup and wrinkles to a character

This tutorial is targeted towards intermediate users of the Source FIlmmaker looking to take their animation a step further, into realism and appeal.

If you would like to use a hat twice in one scene with a different color have a peek at this.

In today's Tip of the Day I take you through how to adjust the scale of each element of a shot, similar to how you might adjust the timing of a shot as I showed in Tip of the Day #60.

How to get custom maps working in SFM

Showing you how to make your own loadout posters with Source Film Maker

Tutorial series covering the decompilation of source models and importing to SFM

I am back with more SFM tutorials! This one is on Lip Syncing. Enjoy!

Downloading and installing models

If you would like to color your hair at least you may want to check this video out.

How to make Rim Lighting in SFM

This tutorial session acts as a learning tool to discover how to do basic things in SFM.

This guide is for people who want high quality images. #creativity.

I show you how to make walls, floors, and just about anything break into pieces

Continuation of Pose to Pose Animation in the Source Filmmaker

A step by step guide to make your Half life 2 characters lipsync.

An alternate way to light models using Aim Contraints

The Basics Of Making A Poster in SFM

IMPORTING PRE-MADE ANIMATIONS

A simple workaround SFM starting in Particle Editor Mode

How to use locks by creating a spy, attaching a cigarette to his hand, animating him, and putting a smoke particle effect on the cigarette in his hand.

In this guide I will teach you on how you can put killstreak sheens into SFM

In this tutorial we will convert an animation from inside Second Life into a .dmx file which we can import into Source Filmmaker.

Basic Pose to Pose Animation

I made a quick tutorial on how to set up a custom audio file, put it in source filmmaker, and then do some manual lip-syncs.

Save/Upload your Animation

Hey, guys! Here's a tutorial about the basics of SFM. Hope you enjoy.

In this video, I very quickly show you how to make your waters reflect things like real water does, in Source Filmmaker.

I'm going to be making a SFM artwork tutorial series so you guys can make amazing artworks! 🙂

Adding Fk to an IK rig

how I did the Error Texture spreading in my latest video, Weaponized Negativity

Basics tutorial that takes you through the process of making a simple film

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to adjust the timing of an individual element of your shot- such as a recorded model or spawned entity, even a camera, whether or not it has an animation set.

speed tutorial on working with animation in SFM

How to fix a Character collapse situation

CoryCee takes you through a quick overview of what you can do with the new Source Filmmaker

i had a clean sfm and decided to make a video about it while importing CS:S models for myself

Part 2 of my tutorial series on using iPiSoft to capture motion for Source Filmmaker. In this video I show you how to record the actions you'll create animations with.

A tutorial covering the simple basic Render Settings in Source Filmmaker.

how to get FNAF content from the Steam workshop to import into Source Filmmaker.

In this tutorial we will convert an animation from inside Second Life into a .dmx file which we can import into Source Filmmaker.

tips and tricks for lighting in SFM

After the new script was released on sfmbox I thought why not do a tutorial to show people how to use it.

In today's Tip of the Day I describe a problem you may run into if you work with very long shots (longer than 60 seconds) which is characterized by any animations freezing and being unable to be modified. I show you why it happens and how to correct it.

This is just a quick tutorial on how to the gmod pony workshop into SFM

How to export your SFM animation as a GIF

I cover a lot of techniques in this guide, some basic, some advanced.
It is very thorough, with nearly 110 annotated screenshots.

In this tut I will try to explain a very crude way to animate a model's color. This tutorial assumes you already know how to get a color proxy working on a model.

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to apply the Spy's cloaking effect to models in Source Filmmaker- without having to download scripts or extra files, and without having to go through all the hassle of the way it used to be.

Learn how to decompress these maps so that SFM won't crash upon loading them.

This is just a quick tutorial on how to add a volumetric light.

Posing speed walkthrough

Covers body grouping in SFM

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to animate a sentry explosion, how to move its location and adjust its timing to synchronize with another event.

here`s a work-around to allow you to scale body parts while the Model retains it`s Rig

Part 2 of how to copy and paste a run cycle

In this tutorial I discuss an easy way to do locks.

Add a shirt to the fem sniper to conceal skin

This tutorial is to help all those getting their feet wet with Pony SFM. It covers the basics from loading a map to working on a pony model.

Thought I'd show people how to get the cel-shading effect in SFM.

In today's Tip I show you the Key Bindings window and discuss some of the commands available in Source Filmmaker that you may not have been aware of.

Guide on importing Neotokyo assets to Source Filmmaker to work with.

Collection of common and not so common bugs you may encounter with SFM

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

This tutorial teaches you how to attach weapons to character models in SFM.

I'm a long-time SFM user, and recently my SFM got extremely laggy. Here's the solution that I found, and which worked for me.

A particle tutorial.

I go over how import non-TF2 stuff into SFM. Have fun making movies!

Want to know how to render your movie in a single project file ? This is actually possible to do, read on !

A basic tutorial on how to record and how to move the camera around the world.

In this video we look at a camera that has an animation set and manipulate that. We also look at giving the camera an actual animation.

In today's Tip of the Day I discuss how to use the various features of the 'Import Sequence' dialog to adjust how your imported sequences affect the models you're working with.

In today's Tip, I show you how to show and hide Track Groups to keep your SFM workspace less cluttered.

I've learned a few things here and there while using SFM. I thought I'd share some.

Using hats in SFM

In today's Tip of the Day, I show you how to reset the pivot handle on a model once it's been moved. I also show you a few other tricks with the pivot handles.

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

How to create basic animation in SFM

In this guide, I'll show you how to change the sky of a map using hammer world editor.

Doc talks about lɪp sɪŋk

This video shows how to use 2 different maps in 2 Shots in a single SFM Session.

This series discusses the programs used to fix material files so hats and miscellaneous item display properly in SFM

fix the colorchange and sfmphys scripts

For both posters and animations.

Learn the basics of pose-to-pose animation with a generic walk-cycle using Source Filmmaker.

In this very easy guide, I'll show you how to paint the green_plane with the color you want.

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

This video shows ONE (and the easiest) way of fixing the user problem in using the new material downloaded via the Workshop.

I address both of the questions I've gotten about Team Bordtresslands.

In today's Tip, I show you how to access the hidden controls of a rigged model so you can do things like use the weapon bone to parent to another model, even when the model is rigged (and the weapon bone hidden).

I've been modeling for a while, and I thought I'd make a video (maybe even a detailed video series) detailing the high level (software kinda-independent) process overview.

An Absolute Beginners Guide to SFM - Part 1 - The Basics

This is a quick and easy tutorial on how to get your Editting window back!!!

This tutorial shows you how to create a reverse tracking shot

Import animations, including motion capture files into SFM!

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

how to fix a common issue of grainy shadow

Guides you through the process of creating Global Dynamic Lighting

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to access the various class-based particle systems and demonstrate using the Eyelander eye effect on a heavy

Some items have jiggle bones that don't show up when you load them. This is a quick guide to tell you how to activate them.

How to create a moving camera in Source Filmmaker using keyframing/bookmarking in the Graph Editor.

I'm going to be making a SFM artwork tutorial series so you guys can make amazing artworks! 🙂

For you who can't figure out how to import models into SFM, might want to take a quick look at this.

Importing Counter Strike Global Offensive stuff to Source Filmmaker.

Here i show you how To use Particles

How to make different camera angles in the same sequence/render

this is a tutorial on how to use Source Filmmaker so you too can make an epic source cinematic movie

In this series of tutorial videos I show you how to record motion and import it as an animation into Source Filmmaker. This part focuses on getting your motion capture software set up.

Introduction to Pose to Pose Animation in the Source Filmmaker

Basic introduction to selecting time in the Source Filmmaker

Covers the process required to modify materials

Puppet script(s)!

This is just a quick tutorial on how to change the TF2 scout into a female char

This is a rehash of my first tutorial which is utter garbage and basically shows you how I have no idea what I’m talking about have the time

How to Create Loadout Posters in Source Filmmaker

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to use the console command 'r_cleardecals' to remove the bullet holes, blood and other effects that end up on your background scenery when recording in Source Filmmaker.

A collection of the most useful stuff for SFM

The WIP for Tapeworm!.

I show how to add Unusual effects, Map effects, Cool Rendering Settings, and more!

This guide will show you the recommended settings for camera shadowing on a model, NOT SHADOW ON GROUND, SHADOW ON A MODEL LIKE IN ARMPITS AND SUCH!

Spy Sapping Buildings

What to do when the Steam Library won't give you easy access to SFM.

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

easy to understand tutorial for animating FNAF

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

How to use Sprays in TF2 within Source Flimmaker

Converting XNA Models to SFM compatible models

Tutorial on the camera styles used in Bolder Heavy

Cs:go Maps with working shadows in source filmmaker

In today's Tip of the Day, I show you how to use SHIFT and CTRL to change movement speed for more accurate positioning of a camera and for accurate movement when puppeteering a camera.

In this video I will be going over the process of rendering a scene into movie form. I have added a few tips that might help you.

Loading a Map and Characters

A very short but informative tutorial. Please note, Hammer Knowledge is required to do this, so if you're new to hammer, get acquainted first.

Basic introduction to editing in the Source Filmmaker

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how you can change the behavior of the rotation tool to allow you to lock rotation to the world or to change the center of rotation for a selected object.

how to make a model's eyes follow the camera around. This technique can also be used to make the model's eyes follow another object, entity or model as you desire.

how to use RT cameras with the SFM, and now I'm here to share my knowledge with you.

A simple example of lighting in SFM

A list of TF2 paints in RGB colour values.

Today I show you how to fix the black textures that you will get for common tf2 items

Some basics of SFM

If the model is very dark when the AO - check if she has a transparent texture.

Covers mainly the opening of wings, but is pretty simple to just do it in reverse to close as well.

How to add effects to hats

A handy, step-by-step guide to using Material Overrides to replace a model's texture with another texture. Very useful for all sorts of clever SFMing tricks!

I teach you how to make a poster in Source Filmmaker,free on steam!

This guide will teach you how to do basic three point lighting in the Source FilmMaker

Basics tutorial that takes you through the process of making a simple film

I will give you instructions on how you can share sound and model assets you've created through the Steam Workshop.

Scaling made simple. Most other guides require extra tools. This however, only uses the Source Engine.

Tutorial series covering the decompilation of source models and importing to SFM

A basic overview of how to use the clip editor

A tutorial on how to use the motion editor

In today's Tip of the Day I give you a brief overview of the Source Filmmaker Lens Presets and how you can use them to adjust your field of view to a set of standard angles.

In this tutorial, I show you how to create a depth of field effect.

In this part of the tutorial I show you how to update a TF2 model to be ready for animation by exporting it from Maya and editing it in MotionBuilder.

I wanted to relax a little so I decided as a one off I'd create a short scene and share with you the stages in which it was created, as opposed to what i usually upload.

This is not a step by step guide and I will not be covering the basics of using the program, these are just some tips on how to make each poster something you can be proud of.

A list of Source Engine games and whether their models or maps are compatible with SFM (and in what way). Please contribute any info and help complete this!

Ever wanted gmod to sfm?

CS:S Smooth Walkthrough Tutorial

Covers the process of getting Portal 2 models to work in SFM

After some experimenting I've found a relatively quick way of swapping heads in the SFM

How to install pony models for SFM

In this tutorial I am teaching you how to add accessories to your pony.

Ever wanted to export your SFM work into your beloved, hat addict game? Now's your chance!

Does your objects stop moving after about 65 seconds? This guide will help you solve the problem (mostly)!

Color correct your scenes from within SFM

This tutorial shows you how to create the shaky cam effect

This tutorial is targeted towards intermediate users of the Source FIlmmaker, mainly the Dota 2 SFM community, who would like to polish their projects and animations a step further.

I'm sure that many of you had problems with gun flashing after recording.

Finally resize that damn tiny Particle Editor Window to fit all your stuff on our glorious HD screens!

To cover some of the little tips and tricks I have learned over time, I thought making collection videos occasionally would work best.

In today's Tip of the Day I show you how to make a camera pan to track a moving model, in this case a Scout running across a scene.

Hey this is the best info I can post so far, for SFM to help others!