May 2001
Table of Contents
Feature Stories
Using Mattes to Broaden Your Effects
With these seven easy steps, you can apply the special effect technique of matte sets to your videos.
Taking it Digital: Video Capture Devices
It doesn't matter if you shoot analog or digital video; if you edit with a computer, you're going to need a video digitizer or capture device.
VHS-Family Camcorder Buyer's Guide
One of the original camcorder formats is still alive and kickin' for many consumers. Maybe you're one of them.
Camera Talk: The Story Behind the Shots
Learn the basic camera moves and terminology so you can direct and shoot like a pro.
DivX ;-) -Cheap, High Quality Distribution for Your Video
with Stephen Muratore
Discover this new, high quality distribution format for Internet video.
Discover this new, high quality distribution format for Internet video.
Reviews
Test Bench: MGI VideoWave 4
MGI VideoWave 4
Avid ePublisher Interactive Content Software
Avid ePublisher Interactive Content Software
Sony Digital Camcorder Review
DCR-PC110 Mini DV
Sony DCR-PC110 Mini DV Camcorder
Panasonic AG-DVC10 Mini DV Camcorder
Panasonic AG-DVC10 Mini DV Camcorder
DVLine DVStorm Editing Computer
DVLine DVStorm Editing Computer
Columns
Viewfinder: The Next Killer Ap
The Next Killer Ap
Home Video Hints: Editing for Absolute Beginners
Your TV and VCR are all that you need to start editing.
Video Out: The Wonderful World of WebCams
Check out these five easy steps to rigging your own live WebCam and connect yourself to the world.
Take 5: Five Tips for Better Interviews
Five Tips for Better Interviews
The Kindness of Strangers: Working with Amateur Cast & Crew
Practical strategies for keeping your paid and unpaid volunteers happy under a rigorous schedule.
Computer Editing: Editing Approaches
Part I: When Pictures Drive Sound. Sometimes what you see determines the pace of your edit.
Sound Advice: Going for a Loop with Music
Music creation software is a simple and affordable way to create completely customized royalty-free music.
Projected Titles: Creative Tips for Video Titling
Creating unique and interesting title effects for your video doesn't have to be difficult or expensive.
Departments
Learn QuickTime Pro 4 for Macintosh & Windows
- QuickTime Pro 4 for Macintosh & Windows - Visual Quickstart Guide
- Producing & Directing the Short Film and Video Second Edition
- Final Cut Pro A to Z
New Gear
- Matrox RT2000 MEGA Pack
- ADS PYRO 1394 WebCam
- Media 100 CineStream
- AverMedia iAVerKey DV
- Case Logic DVC-40 Camcorder Bag
- Dazzle Hollywood DV-Bridge
- Gitzo G2380 video head
- StageTools MovingPicture for Mac
- SkyCrane Junior Mini DV camera jib
- Petrol Bags Camera Cage 1
Film Container Caps Prove Useful
Our subscribers give advice, and share lessons learned in their videography experience.
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