The subtle VFX work in Black Swan
The filmmakers of Black Swan have been discussed for the choice to shoot much of the film on 16mm...
Building the Perfect Workstation
When faced with a slew of options, budget realities and performance desires, building a “perfect workstation” might seem like...
iMovie for iPad 2 and iOS 4.3
Here’s a few more tidbits from today’s announcements: The new iPad will use the A5 chip and sport a...
The Secret Art of Slating: 25 Tips to Help You Slate Like a Pro
Slate training was my introduction to one of the most important tenets of filmmaking: always think of the next...
Confirmation on Sony F3 native sensitivity
A couple weeks ago FreshDV linked to a C47 video where Jem Schofield discussed seeing the PMW-F3 in use...
The HS-2000 for Public Affairs Coverage:
When looking for a hand-held mobile studio that was feature-filled and could handle HD, Tony Pronko, Engineer at C-SPAN...
CMG Hidden Gems: Chapter 12 – Stencils and the “T”
As you are aware by now, we’re going through our book Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects 5th Edition...
In Appreciation Of The Lowly Wipe
While editing Michele Yamazaki’s upcoming book on After Effects plug-ins, she reminded us of the classic, then-revolutionary video Cry...
CMG Hidden Gems: Chapter 11 – All About Track Mattes
As you are aware by now, we’re going through our book Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects 5th Edition...
Courage Under Lighting
Recently I had the opportunity to direct a music video for a local Chicago band called Flatfoot 56. On...
