A Bird in the Hand…
The problem with technology is that “something even better” will almost inevitably come out – often after you’ve already...
My first Sticky Pod test
Sticky Pod test from Scott Simmons on Vimeo. Just about one year ago I joined my brother-in-law up in...
After Effects Apprentice Video Tutorial #9
Earlier this year we released After Effects Apprentice (2nd Edition). The DVD-ROM that comes with the book includes an...
Keying with After Effects
Looking for another way to key? Be sure to check out this video for a detailed demonstration of keying...
Review: Sony HXR-MC1 1-CMOS AVCHD POV Camcorder
The HXR-MC1 is a “camera on a rope”. Sony’s HXR-MC1 ($2800, street price) is a “POV” camcorder, an HD...
CameraMania!
Banking, real estate and the stock market: all three are prone to “irrational exuberance.” As it turns out, the...
The Rise of Field Monitors
I’ve recently spent a lot of time evaluating our production processes looking for ways to improve efficiency. There were...
ScopeBox Software with the Reflecmedia LED Green Screen System
I’ve been testing the Reflecmedia LED LiteRing system for about a month now, and it wasn’t until I paired...
On Artbeats.com: Light Wrap
A common visual effect is to place a person originally shot on greenscreen or bluescreen over a new background....
Quick Look: Panasonic AG-HPX300 1/3″ 3-CMOS P2 HD camcorder
I recently had a brief hands-on session with the Panasonic AG-HPX300, courtesy of VMI Video‘s “Big Deal Day” demo...
