June 1997
Table of Contents
Feature Stories
Out-of-the-ordinary Video Gadgets
Anyone with a computer can have fun with these miscellaneous desktop video accessories.
Lens Filters: Quick and Easy Ways to Spice Up Your Video
Colors, starbursts, unususal perspectives. Use them to add quick pizzazz to your videos without a lot of effort.
Video Alfresco: A Guide to Easy Outdoor Shooting
Neither sun, nor surf, nor wind, nor rain will spoil your videomaking excursions after you read these helpful pointers.
The Sound Card: A Microchip Miracle?
How to use your computer's sound card to bring out the best in your audio.
Manufacturers Debate the Future of Nonlinear Editing
On January 25, 1997, representatives from six of the leading nonlinear editing companies joined the Nonlinear Editing Panel at the Videomaker Expo.
Keeping it Legal with Location and Artist Release Forms
This article discusses some legal factors to consider when your rights as a videographer conflict--actually or potentially--with the rights of other individuals or of the general public.
Reviews
Hitachi Offers Inexpensive VM-2900A VHS Camcorder
- Hitachi VM-2900A VHS Camcorder
- Videonics Home Video Producer
- Pinnacle Systems VideoDirector Studio 200
- miroVIDEO DC10 MJPEG Video Capture Card
- Boris Effects 2.1 (Power Mac)/2.2 (Windows)
Columns
Viewfinder: Summertime Blues
Summer is a great time to use your camcorder, but there are several important things to consider when shooting during this sultry season.
Getting Started: The Case of the Missing Controls
Automatic point-and-shoot camcorders are convenient, but manual control of certain functions can do your videos a world of good.
Pause: The Video You Don't Shoot Could be Your Own
You don't need original footage to make a video--just some simple editing equipment and an active imagination.
Edit Suite: Aesthetics of Editing
Editing is an important part of making video. But the best edits are those that the audience doesn't even notice.
Sound Track: Makin' Tracks
When it comes to audio and video dubbing, where - and how - a format stores its audio tracks makes a world of difference.
Profitmaker: Give Yourself a Promotion
If your business develops a good reputation, spread it around. You can use it to help your business grow.
Departments
Lux and the Low Light Situation
Tech Talk
Film vs. Video Discussion
In Box
Exciting new Cameras for Kids from Tyco Toys
Quick Focus
Book and Tape Reviews
- Multimedia Studio For Windows
- Camcorder Business -- Start and Operate a Profitable Videotaping Business Using Your Camcorder
- The Digital Interface Handbook
Latest Videos
How to Organize a Shoot
In this how-to training video we show you how and why to assemble a storyboard, organize your resources, and manage a production schedule. When film-making, tim …
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How to Cast a Video Production
Here we show you how to bring your characters to life by casting the best talent you can for your production. We show you where to look for actors, and walk you … -
How to Break Down a Script
In this segment learn how to discover the story and the characters of your next production. -
How to Get Rid of Unwanted Objects in Footage
In this training video we look at how to use object removal techniques such as scaling and cropping, chroma keying, or motion tracking.
Video Forums
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Perfect Location but No Concept
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Best camcorder less than $2K
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To Buy or Rent? That's a good question....
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Short Fight Scene (Car Hit VFX)
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Which is the best . . . . whatever?
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Tripod, fluid head, and zoom lens controller, recommendations for Canon XA10
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Turning off the REC indicator
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Using an audio mixer with a camcorder
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Introduce Yourself
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Seeking thoughts on the AG-HVX200A Camera
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Video News Blog
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On YouTube, Good Audio Will Put Your Video Ahead of the Pack
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Back to the Future 4? Do We Want to go Back with a Sequel?
Feb 10
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Weird Weddings Challenge Even Pro Videographers
Feb 9
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Cut Video with the Basic Editing Webinar, Feb. 22
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DSLRs' Audio Limitations: Azden's Newest Mixer May Be the Ticket
Feb 8
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Enter the D800 - Nikon DSLR
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We're Living in a Golden Age of Video Production
Feb 6
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Videomaker Workshops for February 24-26
Feb 3
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Editing Avid on an iPad - Imagine the Possibilities!
Feb 3
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Webinar Wednesday Presents: The Art of Titles and Graphics
Feb 2
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