December 2000 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Sample of a Storyboard

Creating a storyboard isn't as hard as you might think. Here is a sample of a storyboard you can use to make your own movie.

Holiday Wish List Shopping Guide

How to help your well-meaning (but video-impaired) loved ones select the perfect video gift for you.

Product Preview: Microsoft Movie Maker

Now bundled with Windows Millenium Edition, this simple editing software promises an easy and fun way to create video.

Six Kid-friendly Home Video Ideas

Six good home video ideas for family fun.

Character Generator Buyer's Guide

If you're looking for the right equipment to create titles, standalone or software, this is the buyer's guide for you.

Buy the Camcorder of your Dreams Today!

Prices, features and formats: learn what's what and check out the latest camcorders on the market.

26 Video Ideas: A to Z On How To Make Money With Video

An alphabet of ideas on how to make money with video.

Steady on the Set: Inside Image Stabilization

Learn how the technology behind image stabilization actually works

Reviews

Videonics, Inc Command Post Media Controller

Avid Xpress DV 1.5 on IBM Intellistation turnkey editor

Boris FX Inc. Red 1.2 titling and 3D effects software

Play Inc. HoloSet ChromaKey and virtual set

JVC Mini DV Digital Camcorder Review:
JVC GR-DVM90U Camcorder

Don't let its small size fool you. Fitting into the pocket of your windbreaker is just the beginning for this JVC Mini DV digital camcorder.

Columns

Viewfinder: Power to the (Video) People

Power to the (Video) People

Home Video Hints: Baby, It's Cold Outside!

Keep your camcorder safe in cold, wet winter weather.

Light Source: In the Mood? Creating Mood with Light

One scene, many moods. Let the lighting do the work.

Jargon: Glossary of Camcorder Terms

Glossary of Camcorder Terms

Computer Editing: Split Man

Learn how and when to use split edits to add meaning, depth and interest to your video productions.

Sound Advice: Managing Digital Music

How to select, time, process and transition music in your videos.

Departments

Book and Tape Reviews

Developing Story Ideas
Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects
Advanced Broadcast Camera Techniques Volume 2

New Gear

Panasonic AG-DVC10 Mini DV camcorder
AIST MovieDVsuite
Apple iMac DV Special Edition (500MHz)
Saft America camcorder bags
RoadWired CableStable storage case
Adorage Magic transition library
Imagine Products DV Log Pro
Newtek Vidget
The Badham Company ShotMaster
Mainconcept MainActor 3.5

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