http://www.videomaker.com/ Recent issues, articles, categories and contest winners. en-us Copyright 2008 Videomaker Magazine, Inc. 1440 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 09:02:44 PDT http://banners.videomaker.com/banners/videomaker/VM_88x31_1.gif http://www.videomaker.com/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-07-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-07-01/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13924/ The internet has turned traditional business models upside down. This includes the market relationship between sellers and buyers. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13924/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13544/ You're ready with 3-point lighting or a soft-light and mood setting. But ... hum... what's missing? How about some red and blue on that dull white scene? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13544/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13497/ Footage http://www.videomaker.com/article/13497/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13766/ Shooting great firework footage is more than pointing the camera into the sky. The less light you have, the harder it is to focus or capture an image that isn't underexposed or overly grainy. Throw in a fireworks scene that changes from dark to light within nanoseconds, and your camera will need a lot of help from its human counterpart. Let's start with the gear, then go to the technical, setup and finally the techniques. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13766/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13509/ If a director, cinematographer, producer or uncle of the movie studio mogul tells you, "no worries... we'll fix it in post," tell them, "well, sure, we can... but it'll cost you." http://www.videomaker.com/article/13509/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13520/ The boom mic is the go-to microphone of choice for most television shows, documentaries and major motion pictures. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13520/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13694/ Canon in HD http://www.videomaker.com/article/13694/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13923/ JVC's Budget Solution http://www.videomaker.com/article/13923/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13693/ Blu Duper http://www.videomaker.com/article/13693/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13690/ Simplicity Itself http://www.videomaker.com/article/13690/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13661/ readers' letters http://www.videomaker.com/article/13661/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13581/ hot off the presses http://www.videomaker.com/article/13581/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13747/ Shooting video to look like film http://www.videomaker.com/article/13747/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13888/ In the days of olde, a videotape deck was an important member of your video editing arsenal. Believe it or not, it is still an essential tool for many editing situations. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13888/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13225/ Just like every good magician has a bag of tricks, so should every great videographer. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13225/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13725/ Finding the right tool to edit your masterpieces http://www.videomaker.com/article/13725/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13481/ Nature created it; visual artists follow it. Using aesthetically-pleasing framing creatively draws your viewer into your shot composition. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13481/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13755/ A great director once asked, "To Interlace or not to Interlace? That is the Question. Whether ‘tis nobler in the mind to capture slings and arrows of sporting events clearly, or to make beautiful film-like pictures against a sea of blur..." http://www.videomaker.com/article/13755/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-06-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-06-01/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13778/ How Easy Can It Get? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13778/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13532/ Editing is an art, offering you hundreds of choices of cuts in every 30-frame second. The subtle J- and L-cuts are two of the most powerful, yet simple, transitions of all. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13532/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13591/ Video is all over the place on the web nowadays, and nobody wants to get left behind. But how do you add video to a website, and, more importantly, why should you? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13591/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13543/ Dashing out the door with camcorder in hand, but no plan, can cost you. Time is money. In video production, this is perhaps more true than in any other profession. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13543/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13773/ Private Lives: Who is protected... the producer or the citizen? It depends. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13773/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13519/ Some audio recorded may be sounds you want, others might not. There are magical visual maps of the sounds you hear that allow you to remove and control all that noise. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13519/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13686/ The Sound of Music - And Speech http://www.videomaker.com/article/13686/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13679/ Set Phasers to HD http://www.videomaker.com/article/13679/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13688/ W/T: Starting With a Story http://www.videomaker.com/article/13688/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13685/ Starlite Star Bright http://www.videomaker.com/article/13685/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13639/ readers' letters http://www.videomaker.com/article/13639/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13628/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13628/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13580/ hot off the presses http://www.videomaker.com/article/13580/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13746/ How to Give Your Audio That Pro Sound http://www.videomaker.com/article/13746/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13909/ A guide to starting awedding video business. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13909/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13908/ With the ever increasing demand for quality and quick turn-around time, stock footage is fast becoming not just a simple convenience but rather a downright necessity. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13908/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13724/ Feature-Rich Camcorders http://www.videomaker.com/article/13724/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13886/ Dramatic Lighting without Fear (Or, How I Learned to Love the Dark) http://www.videomaker.com/article/13886/ Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-05-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-05-01/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13495/ The Word <em>Film</em> http://www.videomaker.com/article/13495/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13531/ Lighting can be extremely complicated. Some movie and TV shoots use dozens of lights to assure proper scene lighting. Here's a primer to help dispel the mystery. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13531/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13542/ Lighting a scene using everyday lamps realistically is a skill that earns Hollywood gaffers top dollars. Here are some tips to using practicals in your next video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13542/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13507/ As CPUs get faster, machines are able to utilize more RAM and editing software gets more efficient, the need for intermediate codecs for editing HDV may fall away. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13507/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13518/ Unless you're sitting in the middle of a soundproof room, the sounds of distant traffic noise, construction and aircraft are everywhere. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13518/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13676/ HD In a Small Can http://www.videomaker.com/article/13676/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13678/ Small and Powerful http://www.videomaker.com/article/13678/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13675/ Colorful Printing http://www.videomaker.com/article/13675/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13874/ Automatic for the Rookies http://www.videomaker.com/article/13874/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13875/ The Burninator http://www.videomaker.com/article/13875/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13883/ Your Questions Answered http://www.videomaker.com/article/13883/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13600/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13600/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13578/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13578/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13914/ An Inspiration for the Documentarian in All of Us http://www.videomaker.com/article/13914/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13870/ How to produce video productions with someone else's gear and get them broadcast - for free! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13870/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13744/ Some simpler DVD authoring programs have auto-everything, and all you have to do is "click...click...click" to make a finished project. But there's a real beauty in DVD motion menu making, and this month's tutorial is all about how you can take control of your program and make your DVD menus come to life. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13744/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13876/ A Closer Look http://www.videomaker.com/article/13876/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13723/ A place to put your stuff, so you can get more stuff http://www.videomaker.com/article/13723/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13902/ There are a lot of video contests popping up all over the place, but we are proud to say that Videomaker was one of the first to offer this fun and challenging event. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13902/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-04-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-04-01/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13777/ How May We Best Serve You? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13777/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13530/ Everybody's jumping on the YouTube bandwagon, from cats and kids to vacation travelers and pros. It's fun and it's easy. Here are some quick tips to getting started. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13530/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13590/ From YouTube to those that pay, video-sharing sites have risen from the obscure to dominate internet users' online experience. Which one is best for your video? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13590/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13541/ Documentaries are about real people in real places doing real things. Documentaries were the first films ever made. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13541/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13772/ How Fair Is Fair? Copyright Law and Fair Use http://www.videomaker.com/article/13772/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13506/ From rough cut to finished product, you want to deliver the goods as cleanly as possible. Here are the Seven Steps to Creating an Excellent Polished Work. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13506/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13517/ Compression makes vocals easier to hear and volumes more consistent and brings out sounds that might get lost in a complicated mix. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13517/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13683/ Solid State Performer http://www.videomaker.com/article/13683/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13680/ Off to Work http://www.videomaker.com/article/13680/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13684/ 2 Drives in One http://www.videomaker.com/article/13684/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13677/ Visually Effective http://www.videomaker.com/article/13677/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13681/ Ugrip, We Dig It http://www.videomaker.com/article/13681/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13637/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13637/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13625/ Topical News http://www.videomaker.com/article/13625/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13745/ In today's films, it seems everywhere you look you see Visual FX. Visual FX are powerful tools when used correctly, but they are often frowned upon when they're used for the wrong reasons. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13745/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13472/ Nothing screams http://www.videomaker.com/article/13472/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13756/ Getting the Most Out of Your Actors or Subjects http://www.videomaker.com/article/13756/ Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-03-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-03-01/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13743/ Every blockbuster movie has hundreds or even thousands of edits, yet the viewer often is unaware of the cut. Why? In many cases, the change is very subtle, using a technique which is often known as a Natural Transition. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13743/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13493/ A Humble Honor http://www.videomaker.com/article/13493/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13529/ Not all tripods are created equal... One techie breaks them down to explain what each part does, and what to hunt for when you're ready to stand on three legs... or one. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13529/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13540/ Winter is waning, the snows are beginning to melt in the northern states and the sun is sticking around a little longer. However, the night still rules! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13540/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13505/ It's a bird... it's a plane... it's ... the motivated edit? It's a powerful editing technique, but to execute it well, you must consider the final edit when you plan the first shot. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13505/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13516/ Voiceovers are the mainstays of advertising, instruction and promotional videos, television programs and feature films. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13516/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13562/ A Little Something for Everio-one http://www.videomaker.com/article/13562/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13674/ Studio in a Box http://www.videomaker.com/article/13674/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13669/ SimpleTech's Duo Pro Drive http://www.videomaker.com/article/13669/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13673/ When Three Just Isn't Enough http://www.videomaker.com/article/13673/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13672/ Copy Shop http://www.videomaker.com/article/13672/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13636/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13636/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13765/ Whether you made a feature-length movie, a short subject, an animated or experimental film; whether it's a narrative, a documentary or a music video, somewhere out there is an outlet for your film. Whatever their size, shape or specialty, the most rewarding festivals go beyond premiere screenings in stylish venues, red carpet parades and glitzy parties. The better festivals enrich the marketplace experience for filmmakers with discussions, demonstrations and panels. There are many more than listed here. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13765/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13577/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13577/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13599/ The beginning of the calendar year means taking down the holiday decorations, making goals and resolutions, and the annual pilgrimage to the Consumer Electronics Show. We just got back from the 2008 show, held January 7-10 in Las Vegas, Nevada and offer you a look at a few products that caught our eye. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13599/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13588/ Showtime - Your epic is finally done. The color corrections you meticulously crafted are perfect, and the audio tracks in the edit timeline are speckled with fades and dissolves - evidence of a carefully-blended soundtrack. You click on Save As and rip the project to DVD. It's showtime. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13588/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13470/ Buying lights may not be as exciting as buying a new camcorder, but the impact on your images can be equally significant. In this Buyer's Guide, we'll review the important things you should consider when investing in a lighting package. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13470/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13754/ There's a lot to think about when choosing formats for acquisition and distribution. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13754/ Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-02-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-02-01/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13492/ Schadenfreude Redux http://www.videomaker.com/article/13492/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13528/ Most of the time, you can't just point-and-shoot for great video design; sometimes you need to control the light going into your camcorder to get better pictures. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13528/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13587/ Profit On Demand http://www.videomaker.com/article/13587/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13539/ As a one-man-band, you wear many hats, but when your production gets bigger, you have to share the load. But who ya gonna call? Get ready for the name game, it’s "Crew Call" time! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13539/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13753/ Viral Video Phenomenon: Kip Kay http://www.videomaker.com/article/13753/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13504/ Changing the speed of a shot is easy... but, unless you're looking for a Keystone Cops effect, to control that shot takes more than just accelerating or slowing it down. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13504/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13515/ Imagine the sounds of a good Western without the sound effects of horses, gunshots, bar scenes and a fist fight. Your soundscape is just as important as your visualscape. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13515/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13560/ A New Side of HP http://www.videomaker.com/article/13560/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13446/ Quick Silver http://www.videomaker.com/article/13446/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13668/ Cook Your Looks http://www.videomaker.com/article/13668/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13449/ Sony Vegas 8 is powerful, intuitive and perfect for anyone wanting to edit video, beginner or professional. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13449/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13564/ Tapeless Entertainment http://www.videomaker.com/article/13564/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13635/ Reader's Letter http://www.videomaker.com/article/13635/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13624/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13624/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13576/ hot off the presses http://www.videomaker.com/article/13576/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13598/ Industry News http://www.videomaker.com/article/13598/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13850/ While you plan the scene and dialog details for your videos, you need to remember to plan for cutaways as you take that journey down the path to good composition. Shooting seamless and well-planned cutaways can add depth and dimension to your story... and they can save your bacon in editing! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13850/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13742/ Producing The <em>Polar Classic</em> Animated Music Video http://www.videomaker.com/article/13742/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13469/ The best consumer video production products of 2007, selected by the editors of Videomaker. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13469/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-01-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2008-01-01/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13491/ A New Videomaker http://www.videomaker.com/article/13491/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13485/ Knowing the technical workings of your camera is half the battle of shooting a good video. Understanding good composition can really give your work some pizazz. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13485/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13468/ Everybody's doing it. Whether it's for private e-mail to friends, or mass distribution, here are a few basics and then some for compressing video for the Web. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13468/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13764/ Musical Copyright Tips to navigate murky shark-filled waters http://www.videomaker.com/article/13764/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13489/ Did you ever notice that in the movies we never have a problem seeing a person's features while he's driving down the road? Even at night? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13489/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13488/ The Dissolve: A Winning Edit http://www.videomaker.com/article/13488/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13490/ With all the buzz about Internet video, YouTube and video sharing in general, it would be easy to forget about audio on the Internet. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13490/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13800/ The Hitachi DZ-BD7HA compact blu-ray disc hybrid camcorder is a convenient high-definition camcorder with a longevity pending the end of a format war. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13800/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13561/ Sound Matters http://www.videomaker.com/article/13561/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13803/ Fan-tastic Turnkey http://www.videomaker.com/article/13803/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13445/ Solid Sound http://www.videomaker.com/article/13445/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13801/ 15 Minutes to Fame http://www.videomaker.com/article/13801/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13090/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13090/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13095/ (with help from over 7,000 forum users) http://www.videomaker.com/article/13095/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13558/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13558/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13555/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13555/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13554/ Azden shows off new SMX-10 Stereo Microphone, Panasonic reveals new shoulder-mount AVCHD camcorder, Fabrik announces Pro Series hard drive. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13554/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13471/ All Things Audio: Music Creation Software, Music & SFX Libraries and Audio Editing Software http://www.videomaker.com/article/13471/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13799/ A pro's look at holding your camera http://www.videomaker.com/article/13799/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13484/ Introducing an exciting new feature from Videomaker: Interactive tutorials! Every month these articles will link to an on-line training video and clips you can download to recreate the effect or technique. See the end of this story for the link. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13484/ Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-12-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-12-01/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13111/ Join Us! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13111/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12985/ Shooting for widescreen doesn't mean just shooting wider. It's how to creatively get your entire subject in frame and what will be lost if viewed on a 4:3 aspect ratio TV. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12985/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12991/ There is an old saying in the business world that goes, "Poor prior planning leads to particularly poor programs." This is especially true in the video industry. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12991/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13443/ The basic editing tools are sometimes the most difficult to understand... here's a look at four of the most powerful techniques in your editing software's toolkit. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13443/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13007/ DJs aren't the only people who want to blend the music from song to song for the dance floor; anyone can enhance a song with just a little bit of remixing knowledge. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13007/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13563/ Can You Hear Me Now?! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13563/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13465/ Taking It to the Top http://www.videomaker.com/article/13465/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13448/ Hard Drive'n Canon http://www.videomaker.com/article/13448/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13464/ Colorful Options http://www.videomaker.com/article/13464/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13133/ Holiday Gadget Guide for the Guru in You http://www.videomaker.com/article/13133/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13271/ hot off the presses http://www.videomaker.com/article/13271/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13122/ Industry News http://www.videomaker.com/article/13122/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13058/ We treasure our memories, but we can be easily overwhelmed. Fearlessly dive into your archives and uncap your camera lens for the holidays to create a video that will stand the test of time. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13058/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13037/ Camcorder buying is no simple task. The best way to go about it is to decide what you need the camcorder to do for you. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13037/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13408/ Now more than ever, it's possible for one person to venture into the world and capture great video. By following a few simple guidelines, you too can be an on-the-fly guerrilla filmmaker! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13408/ Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-11-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-11-01/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13110/ Video Sharing Surprise http://www.videomaker.com/article/13110/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12983/ Bored by your video camera's limitations? Wish you had a wider lens, longer zoom or could connect your camcorder to a telescope or microscope? Try looking at lens adapters! http://www.videomaker.com/article/12983/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13057/ With more opportunities than ever for videos to achieve true distribution, independent producers are able to find audiences and revenues for their projects that were not available as recently as a year ago. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13057/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12996/ Setting up, working with and tearing down studio lighting equipment can be some of the most dangerous tasks of your video production. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12996/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13015/ Do you remember the last time you defragmented your hard drives? If you're running Windows, you should... if you haven't defragged in a while, read on. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13015/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13018/ reviews http://www.videomaker.com/article/13018/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13047/ Teaching in today's world is more than the three R's... or computer use, for that fact. Video is now used for school newscasts, to interest kids about history or inspire budding video producers. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13047/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12975/ Landing that dream job may come down to less than three minutes - or even thirty seconds - of what you put together in the ever-so-important demo reel. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12975/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13006/ When it comes to upping the quality of your audio, what's a cash-strapped producer to do? The entry point for any audio hardware or software seems to be around $400. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13006/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13348/ JVC's Newest Hybrid http://www.videomaker.com/article/13348/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13264/ Power and Elegance http://www.videomaker.com/article/13264/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13350/ Champagne Features, 6-Pack Price http://www.videomaker.com/article/13350/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13251/ Audio Editing Made Simple http://www.videomaker.com/article/13251/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13387/ Ode to the Diode http://www.videomaker.com/article/13387/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13089/ Readers' letters http://www.videomaker.com/article/13089/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13405/ Reader Tips http://www.videomaker.com/article/13405/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13132/ Topical News http://www.videomaker.com/article/13132/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13269/ hot off the presses http://www.videomaker.com/article/13269/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13121/ In The News. Sony Vegas Pro 8 is here. Sanyo Xacti HD1000 (1920x1080) camcorder. Apple iMac and iLife '08. Adobe Premiere Elements 4. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13121/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13036/ Sure, you can head to online forums or cruise the Internet for reviews, but what you're likely to find will make you even less certain about a right choice. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13036/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13035/ When someone asks the question "Where should I start?" you might expect the answer to be something as simple as "Start at the beginning." Sounds reasonable. However, when it comes to picking out editing software, it's best to probably start at the end. What does that mean? Read on. It will all become clear in a moment. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13035/ Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-10-02/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-10-02/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13139/ Looking for Gear? It's All in Here... http://www.videomaker.com/article/13139/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13410/ 12 things You Need [or Think You Want] Under $300 http://www.videomaker.com/article/13410/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13422/ An Introduction to DVD Hardware and Software http://www.videomaker.com/article/13422/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13457/ Editing Hi Def video without an HD monitor is like editing blind http://www.videomaker.com/article/13457/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13416/ The stars of video production equipment are not tripods, dollies or jibs. That's not their role. They are meant to blend into the background, be sturdy and dependable and never have tantrums on set. Of course, they may be typecast into supporting roles, but replace that sturdy, fluid and dependable friend with a loose lackey, and all of a sudden, everything else doesn't seem to matter. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13416/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13462/ Editing Systems: From SD to HD Ready to Editing http://www.videomaker.com/article/13462/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13138/ Audio is one-half of your finished video, yet many people seem to forget that important element. It's time to sound off about microphones. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13138/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13412/ Video cameras are now as much of a fixture in our lives as TV. Here's a look at some features to check out before you buy or upgrade. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13412/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13419/ When you move into some serious sound editing, you just might need more robust audio tools than your camcorder and editing software supply. Welcome to the realm of mixer and audio editing software from a pro in the know. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13419/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13413/ There are many types of editing software available in the market today and, with the right editing application, anyone can edit. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13413/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13420/ Your video is nearly perfect. The lighting is moody, the camera work is stellar and the framing is fantastic. Even your sound is crisp, clear and hiss-free http://www.videomaker.com/article/13420/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13421/ Shoot the plan. We've all said those words. We set up our shot schedules, have our prop lists handy and make sure our talent is well briefed. But none of these tools - essential as they may be - has the visceral impact of a single storyboard panel. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13421/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13423/ Room to Move http://www.videomaker.com/article/13423/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13417/ From the beginning, filmmakers have known the value of good lighting. One of the first movie studios, Thomas Edison's Black Maria, rotated on a turntable so it could follow the sun across the sky for the best light. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13417/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-10-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-10-01/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13109/ Video Helps the World's Poor http://www.videomaker.com/article/13109/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12984/ There's more to getting your camera in focus than meets the eye. But what is focus? http://www.videomaker.com/article/12984/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13056/ Part 1 - Letting the World Know http://www.videomaker.com/article/13056/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12990/ Scrutinize the wardrobes on TV and in the movies, and you'll see most of the clothing worn by the actors will blend well with each other. This isn't an accident. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12990/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13404/ Having Fun with Swish Pans http://www.videomaker.com/article/13404/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12973/ If you make a video you're proud of, you will undoubtedly need it again someday in the future. Take our word on this. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12973/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13005/ All mics are NOT created equal; you have do your research to find which mic best suits your needs. Let's take a look at a few needs to mic people, places and things. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13005/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13385/ Color, The New Frontier http://www.videomaker.com/article/13385/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13349/ Sleep While You Dupe http://www.videomaker.com/article/13349/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13386/ CS3 and Friends http://www.videomaker.com/article/13386/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13345/ Smallest Pro in Town http://www.videomaker.com/article/13345/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13346/ New Sticks For Less http://www.videomaker.com/article/13346/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13131/ Topical News http://www.videomaker.com/article/13131/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13120/ Industry News http://www.videomaker.com/article/13120/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13034/ Purchasing a monitor is no easy task. This buyer's guide is here to help you sift through all of the features and differences so you can make the best choice. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13034/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13059/ Fire up the editing systems and get ready to rumble! The 20th Annual Videomaker Short Video Contest is about to commence. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13059/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13011/ Something wicked this way comes. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13011/ Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-09-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-09-01/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13108/ WITNESS http://www.videomaker.com/article/13108/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12982/ One of the most exciting things that has happened to moviemaking lately is that consumer products have approached the level of professional gear. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12982/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13339/ Shooting within the confines of a live event can try the patience of Job. But pulling it off is heavenly joy. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13339/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12995/ Lighting can make or break the mood of your video. If you wish to evoke suspense, tension or romance, then traditional three-point lighting isn't enough. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12995/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13009/ Computer Video Editing Terms http://www.videomaker.com/article/13009/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12972/ Cookin' with Keyframes http://www.videomaker.com/article/12972/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10334/ Tune your Room http://www.videomaker.com/article/10334/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13341/ Handy Hard Disk http://www.videomaker.com/article/13341/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13248/ Just Add Video http://www.videomaker.com/article/13248/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13342/ Hit the Record Deck! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13342/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13343/ A Cut Above http://www.videomaker.com/article/13343/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13259/ Marrying the Two http://www.videomaker.com/article/13259/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13094/ Your Questions Answered http://www.videomaker.com/article/13094/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13403/ Reader's Letters http://www.videomaker.com/article/13403/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13130/ Topical News http://www.videomaker.com/article/13130/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13268/ hot off the presses http://www.videomaker.com/article/13268/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13119/ Adobe Visual Communicator 3.Final Cut Studio 2.0.1 Update. Convert Video Files for Free with Movavi in-browser video file converter. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13119/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13032/ Separating the S from the XLR, the USB from the VGA or the DVI and giving you the ABCs on choosing the right cable for the right price. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13032/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13031/ The stars of video production equipment are not tripods, dollies or jibs. That's not their role. They are meant to blend into the background, be sturdy and dependable and never have tantrums on set. Of course, they may be typecast into supporting roles, but replace that sturdy, fluid and dependable friend with a loose lackey, and all of a sudden, everything else doesn't seem to matter. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13031/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13055/ How to use a Green Screen to create the background you want in your video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13055/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13043/ With some producers that inspire us. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13043/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13060/ Fire up the editing systems and get ready to rumble! The 20th Annual Videomaker Short Video Contest is about to commence. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13060/ Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-08-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-08-01/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13107/ Joy and Pain http://www.videomaker.com/article/13107/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12981/ So you know about medium shots, wide shots, closeups and even extreme closeups. But why do your videos still lack that special zing? http://www.videomaker.com/article/12981/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13014/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13014/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13054/ Imaging sensors, the heart of any camera, have evolved quite a bit in recent years. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13054/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12989/ Watching films is a classroom in itself, yet you really have to have the right tools to become a critical viewer. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12989/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13044/ For aspiring video producers, it's always hard to find some interesting subject matter. Are you looking for an audience? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13044/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12971/ From YouTube on the Internet to iPods and cell phones, you can find video everywhere. But getting it TO these devices can be tricky. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12971/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13003/ Cutting out the bad and combining the best ingredients to create a meal go far beyond the flavors of the individual elements. In audio and video, we call this editing. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13003/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13282/ Little Sony HD Camcorder That Can http://www.videomaker.com/article/13282/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13229/ Extra Texture http://www.videomaker.com/article/13229/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13258/ Get your RAID on http://www.videomaker.com/article/13258/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13262/ EZ ElipZ Zupport http://www.videomaker.com/article/13262/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13086/ Readers' letters http://www.videomaker.com/article/13086/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13093/ Readers' tips http://www.videomaker.com/article/13093/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13263/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13263/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13354/ Having the Best Video Shooting Fun with the Videomaker Editors! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13354/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13267/ Hot off the presses http://www.videomaker.com/article/13267/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13118/ Industry News http://www.videomaker.com/article/13118/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10177/ A lighthearted Look at Wedding Video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10177/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12958/ Here's a list of top free video sharing sites with descriptions of the services offered. How to uploaded your video and get the word out to the world. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12958/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13029/ Guide to selecting the best microphone for your video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13029/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-07-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-07-01/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13106/ Disappointed http://www.videomaker.com/article/13106/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12980/ There's something about water that fascinates us. We're drawn to it, for travel, food, and entertainment. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12980/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12994/ When you think about lighting, you probably think about your lights and where to place them. But what about the shadows? http://www.videomaker.com/article/12994/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13017/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13017/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12970/ Shooting performances or group discussions is difficult using one video camera, but it can be a nightmare with several cameras and without good planning. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12970/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13002/ From handheld to boom, wired to wireless, and battery operated to phantom powered, there's a plethora of mics available, how do you know which mic is the right mic for you? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13002/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13190/ Eight is Enough http://www.videomaker.com/article/13190/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13252/ The Mini Canon http://www.videomaker.com/article/13252/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13283/ Burning HD Factory http://www.videomaker.com/article/13283/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13250/ Editing in The Fast Lane http://www.videomaker.com/article/13250/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13085/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13085/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13234/ Having The Best Video Shooting Fun with the Videomaker Editors! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13234/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13266/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13266/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13117/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13117/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13028/ When you begin to move into some serious sound editing, you realize you need more robust audio tools than your camcorder and editing software supply. Welcome to the realm of mixer and audio editing software from a pro in the know. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13028/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12957/ Your video is nearly perfect. The lighting is moody, the camera work is stellar and the framing is fantastic. Even your sound is crisp, clear and hiss-free. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12957/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13053/ Whether it's shooting a wedding, baseball game, church service or two-person interview, shooting it with more than one camera can be a time-saving and very creative endeavor. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13053/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13033/ Look, Ma, no hands! Taking your shooting to extreme levels has never been easier, with tinier cameras and easy-to-rig support gear - get ready to launch! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13033/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-06-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-06-01/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13105/ Giving Credit http://www.videomaker.com/article/13105/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12979/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/12979/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12988/ Even in blockbuster movies, continuity errors happen, and eagle-eyed viewers love to find the mistakes. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12988/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13281/ Camcorder Glossary http://www.videomaker.com/article/13281/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13051/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13051/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12969/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/12969/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13001/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13001/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13227/ The Hitachi DZHS300A comes with 8GB HDD that can record up to 110 minutes of video at the highest quality. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13227/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13240/ Pro Audio in a Box http://www.videomaker.com/article/13240/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13197/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13197/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13256/ Intense Video, Small Size http://www.videomaker.com/article/13256/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13228/ Near-Workstation Class http://www.videomaker.com/article/13228/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13220/ Renaissance Shooting (in Hi-Def) http://www.videomaker.com/article/13220/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13084/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13084/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13272/ Our subscribers give advice, and share lessons learned in their videography experience. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13272/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13232/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13232/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13127/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13127/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13265/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13265/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13116/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13116/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13280/ Advice on how to make great family videos http://www.videomaker.com/article/13280/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12956/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/12956/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13025/ As the days grow long, vacations begin; it's time to plan for some fun in the sun. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13025/ Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-05-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-05-01/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13104/ Making it Big Time http://www.videomaker.com/article/13104/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12978/ Football, baseball, hockey, tennis. Swimming, cycling, running and lacrosse. Sports shooting is an art unto itself, and every sport has shooting hurdles to jump. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12978/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12993/ Sometimes you only have one available light. Other times, you chose to use one light for effect. It's not what, but how you use it that makes your video shine. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12993/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13246/ A Videomaker Special Report http://www.videomaker.com/article/13246/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13041/ In the last two issues we told you how to set up and shoot your vidcast. In part three, we're looking at how to edit and get that vidcast to the masses. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13041/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12968/ You know you have needed one for some time. Well, the time has come. You've gone long enough without that necessary tool for serious content creation: the production monitor. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12968/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13000/ Don't just edit it, improve it - with slick sound editing tricks to make your audio come alive. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13000/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13192/ Looks Like a Pro http://www.videomaker.com/article/13192/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13183/ Burn It Hi-Def http://www.videomaker.com/article/13183/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13222/ The Split System http://www.videomaker.com/article/13222/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13255/ Tame Your Tapes http://www.videomaker.com/article/13255/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13115/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13115/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13198/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13198/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13024/ A quick overview of storage considerations for video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13024/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13213/ Time for our annual HDV issue, and we've broken our buyer's guides into 3 segments: HD & HDV Camcorders, Editing Software and Monitors. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13213/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13062/ Over the course of a couple of months, we received hundreds of great entries for the 2006 Videomaker/Sony Short Video Contest. This was a challenging year to pick winners--the entries just keep getting better and better every year. So let's take a look at this year's winners! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13062/ Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-04-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-04-01/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13103/ Why are Docs so Compelling? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13103/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12976/ Tips to define the shot you want, and the language to create it. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12976/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13040/ Podcasting, vidcasting, vodcasting or whatever you call it, the Internet http://www.videomaker.com/article/13040/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13013/ Performance Tips http://www.videomaker.com/article/13013/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12987/ Physical comedy has been a hallmark of the film industry since the early days of the silent film. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12987/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12967/ As editors, we are in control of the time universe. We can stretch it, shorten it, and even change Fate by manipulatiing time. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12967/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12999/ A good wired microphone is perfect for reliable high quality audio, but sometimes the wires get in the way. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12999/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13184/ V1U - The Little Brother http://www.videomaker.com/article/13184/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13217/ Bedrock of Music http://www.videomaker.com/article/13217/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13216/ Colorista Correction http://www.videomaker.com/article/13216/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13210/ Light Box http://www.videomaker.com/article/13210/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13239/ Small but Fierce http://www.videomaker.com/article/13239/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13235/ Videomaker Presents: Vidcasting! http://www.videomaker.com/article/13235/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13209/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13209/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13114/ 2007 CES Camcorder Round-Up http://www.videomaker.com/article/13114/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13050/ Getting Off the Tripod and into the Action with Camera Car Mounts. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13050/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13021/ From SD to HD - Ready to Edit http://www.videomaker.com/article/13021/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13022/ The migration to the next generation of computer hardware is happening already, albeit somewhat http://www.videomaker.com/article/13022/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10842/ MPEG-2, DivX, AVCHD: These are just a few of the confusing acronyms of digital video. Let's clear the air a bit http://www.videomaker.com/article/10842/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-03-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-03-01/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13102/ How Are We Different? http://www.videomaker.com/article/13102/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12977/ Look, Ma!! I'm famous! The stage exists for one reason: http://www.videomaker.com/article/12977/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13039/ Video Sharing with the World. A guide to posting your video online. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13039/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12992/ Whether you&#39;re shooting a documentary, creating a scrapbook or shooting an object for a commercial - you will find a need for tabletop lighting techniques. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12992/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12966/ Think of your fondest memories: the orange setting sun on your vacation, the green cactus and red earth on your last desert hike, the blue of a loved one's eyes. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12966/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12998/ Movies with true organic sounds, imagined futuristic electronic audio, and even the everyday noises around us, aren't complete without good sound effects. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12998/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13174/ The Real Deal http://www.videomaker.com/article/13174/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13201/ Outside the MovieBox http://www.videomaker.com/article/13201/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13136/ Anyone who's serious about encoding for a wide variety of formats and doing it efficiently will find this video compression software their main squeeze. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13136/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13176/ Handy Dandy Portable Digital Audio http://www.videomaker.com/article/13176/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13177/ The Big Cheese http://www.videomaker.com/article/13177/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13223/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13223/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13081/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13081/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13016/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13016/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13124/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13124/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13181/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13181/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13113/ Adobe Production Studio with Premiere Pro available for Mac. Red Giant Software releases Magic Bullet Colorista. Sony introduces the new xvColor. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13113/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13019/ There are many types of editing software available in the market today and with the http://www.videomaker.com/article/13019/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12955/ Animation is everywhere. From the flying logos that accompany the opening of a football game to the &quot;did-they-just-say-that?&quot; cartoons on late night cable, animation inundates the airwaves. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12955/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13049/ A Comprihensive guide to making a music Video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13049/ Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-02-01/ http://www.videomaker.com/issue/2007-02-01/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13101/ Micro Short Videos http://www.videomaker.com/article/13101/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12927/ Low cost camera tricks to create amazing illusions for your viewers. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12927/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/10042/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/10042/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12986/ Screen direction is perhaps one of the most confusing yet easily remedied problems in directing a video production. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12986/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13008/ Lighting Terms http://www.videomaker.com/article/13008/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/10298/ Learn how to set the stage so that your subjects behave naturally in front of the camera. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10298/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12965/ Quick, open your titler, choose a trendy font and color, then type some words and position it on the screen; done. But there is more, much more, to titles than this. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12965/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12997/ Anyone who has ever struggled to record a clean voice over appreciates the importance of a dedicated recording space. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12997/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13066/ The HDV Line is Growing http://www.videomaker.com/article/13066/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12935/ Getting inTunes for Your Video: A Review of the Stock 20 Nusic Library http://www.videomaker.com/article/12935/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13135/ Elements Turns 3.0 http://www.videomaker.com/article/13135/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12670/ Riding Shotgun http://www.videomaker.com/article/12670/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13063/ Too Full Toolbox http://www.videomaker.com/article/13063/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12639/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/12639/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12929/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/12929/ Wed,