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Feature Stories

Tripods: Your Three-Legged Friends

by Charles Fulton
Don't overlook the tripod: it could save your shoot.

Come and See the (Slide) Show

by Charles Fulton
Throw that carousel projector away. Now you can build your own slideshow that doesn't require turning down the lights.

Turnkey Video Editing Systems

by Kyle Cassidy
Turn the key to editing ease. Video editing has come a long way from gathering parts piecemeal to opening a box of fully complete systems.

Call for Entries: The 2004 Videomaker Short Video Contest

by Charles Fulton
It's time for the 18th Annual Videomaker Short Video Contest.

Departments

Tech Support

by D. Eric Franks

In Box

by Charles Fulton

Quick Focus

by Charles Fulton

New Gear

by Charles Fulton
  • ADS Instant DVD+DV
  • SimpleTech 400GB SimpleDrive
  • Edirol V1 Video Mixer
  • Datavideo DC-DC Converter
  • ProPrompter Pocket PC
  • Outerspace Software BluffTitler DX9
  • Century Optics 2X Tele-Converter

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by Charles Fulton
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August 2004
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Columns

Biography Videos: New Application for Home Video

by Matthew York
Personal biography videos are becoming a successful niche service for videographers.

Home Video Hints: Thinking Like an Editor

by Garret C. Maynard
In order to call yourself a professional videographer you need equipment, clients and a good reputation.

Light Source: Lighting Women/Lighting Men

by Jim Stinson
The rugged and the glam.

Video Editing: What Makes DVDs Go 'Round

by Marshal Rosenthal
Tips for authoring DVD menus.

Sound Advice: Ninja Sound

by Hal Robertson
Choosing the best microphone for your next video shoot.

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