EventDV articles from June 2006

EventDV archives from June 2006

Blue state.(the nonlinear editor)
June 1, 2006... It's just a few days after NAB as I write this, and as usual the show gave me a great opportunity to see what's next in the video industry and speak face to face with its movers and shakers. NAB 2004 and 2005 teemed with (mostly) pre-release...

Grow or die.(the main event)
June 1, 2006... Fish and trees, unlike people, grow throughout their lives. In many ways, videographers are the same way--we grow, or we die (or at least go out of business). Put down that doughnut, though; I'm speaking metaphorically. There are so many ways...

Bam!(studio time)
June 1, 2006... the fact that EugeneWorks has been winning accolades in the video production world for more than 20 ears now is somewhat surprising given that the man behind the camera began his career on a whim. It's been over two decades since Eugene...

Microphones and more part 1.(gear now)
June 1, 2006... microphones used to be simple devices that captured sounds. Now, they are "workflow enhancements" or "networking systems" or "advanced wireless technology solutions." They used to feature diaphragms and cable connections; now, miles have...

Coming of age.(making history)
June 1, 2006... you already know how exciting it is to show a photo montage or same-day edit at a wedding. What you may not know is how well those types of productions will play at other types of events. If you think the nostalgic shots of the bride and groom...

With ... a day on the job with ... Abby Sternberg.
June 1, 2006... the date: March 18. The place: St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Arlington, Virginia. The mission: observe veteran videographer Abby Sternberg of D.C.-metro production outfit Video Masters as she shot the World Children's Choir performing an...

HD DVD and blu-ray: how fast? how soon?(event dv FEATURE)
June 1, 2006... Video producers who have been shooting in HD are chomping at the bit to start delivering their productions on HD disc media. Others who haven't invested in HD acquisition equipment are dreading the day when their clients demand it. But how fast...

Getting the word out.(the amen corner)
June 1, 2006... Churches and houses of worship across all religions face the same issue: how to get the message out to the faithful. Houses of worship in all shapes and sizes face issues of recording and transmitting their message. Some spread the word (or...

HDV camcorder showdown, part 2: quality comparisons.(event dv FEATURE)
June 1, 2006... LAST MONTH WE REVIEWED THE FEATURES AND USABILITY OF THE CANON XL H1, JVC GY-HD100, AND SONY HDR-FX1/HVR-ZIU; THIS MONTH OUR FOCUS IS ON QUALITY. IN ADDITION TO TESTING JVC's 30P HDV FOOTAGE AGAINST THE 1080I PRODUCED BY THE CANON AND SONY, I...

Giveaways: what's hot, what's not.(strictly business)
June 1, 2006... One of my favorite words is lagniappe. Pronounced lan-yap, it s Creole for "a little extra," and it s a mighty handy word to know when you're down in New Orleans. "How about a lagniappe?" will invariably get you an extra scoop of bread...

Planning makes perfect.(what a concept)
June 1, 2006... FADE IN INT. CABIN--EVENING RACHEL is sitting at a corner desk writing a card to her parents. She is warm and cozy in her flannel pajamas. The only light from the room is a small desk lamp that casts a soft glow. RACHEL (V.O.) ...

Cut lines: DV start/stop.(final cut pro tutorial)
June 1, 2006... This month in our ongoing series of Final Cut Pro tutorials we'll look at an example of a timesaving workflow for capturing wedding and event footage, and how to use this to set up a very flexible and powerful editing environment. As always,...

Stage manager.(stage to screen)
June 1, 2006... assuming that you have a business plan and formula for making a profit, the best way to succeed with stage productions is to provide a good product for the appropriate amount of money. Too many people are either not charging enough or providing...

Reeling in the years: super 8 film can add beauty and nostalgia to your your productions. Here, five videographers consider whether Super 8 can transcend what they can create with digitally produced film-look effects, and share how they utilize film to achieve stunning results.(event dv FEATURE)(Cover story)
June 1, 2006... Have you considered enhancing your wedding and event videos with Super 8 footage but aren't convinced you're ready to log onto eBay and bid on a Beaulieu? (In this article we'll refer to various film formats, including standard 8 mm and 16 mm,...

The budget dance.(executive decisions)
June 1, 2006... the tango, fox trot, and cha cha on television's Dancing with the Stars are no match for the extraorinary maneuvers a corporate video producer and potential client often display during the stirring pas de deux otherwise known as "The Budget...

Macrosystem Deluxe Titler 3D.(Play)
June 1, 2006... SYNOPSIS: Deluxe Titler 3D is a great Casablanca extension not just for creating visually engaging titles for specific projects, but also for creating a look that will help identify, distinguish, and brand your work. The Free Motion...

Miraizon Cinematize 2.0.
June 1, 2006... SYNOPSIS: Miraizon's Cinematize is specifically designed to pull the digital files from a DVD into a multitude of formats for a variety of uses. Make no mistake; this is not a DVD ripper! Cinematize gives you the power of creativity and...

Taking tips.(the moving picture)
June 1, 2006... I recall an old Saturday Night Live skit that featured Billy Crystal as a terminally ill Borscht Belt comedian who kept repeating the punch line to his favorite joke: "He only took tips." The joke, about a mohel, who performs the Jewish rite of...