History Articles

• Film
• Video

• The Birth of Film - The Beginning of Motion Picture Making
  May, 2012
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  As often is the case, when new technology comes along, many people are afraid of what it represents; they scoff at it, or dismiss it as a fad. (3D movies…
• The History of Video
  April, 2012
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  The World Gets Smaller Every Day, Thanks to Video
• Viewfinder: Cinematography
  February, 2012
  by Matthew York
  A cinematographer used to be thought of as a film artist, but cinematographers are creators of original works - whether it's film or video. All of us who use a…
• The History of Video - Historical Showdown
  June, 2011
  by Peter Zunitch
  Some technological breakthroughs were marvelous time-savers, others were, well, not so stellar. Here's a look back at the beginnings of video gadget history.
• Videomaker's Silver Anniversary
  June, 2011
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  "It's a magazine about a powerful tool and how you can use it effectively in many situations, some of which have yet to be discovered." Matt York, Viewfinder&h…
• TV is Dead
  June, 2010
  by D. Eric Franks
  A Glance Through the Looking Glass at the State of Television Technology
• How Relationships Play a Role in Making Video
  November, 2009
  by Matthew York
  Videomaker's role is changing from teaching people how to make video to fostering a community to empower mass collaboration over the Internet.
• Young Filmmaker gets a boost from Videomaker
  February, 2008
  by The Editors
  Reader's Letters - Young Video Producers; Upgrading the Reader on the Changing Technologies; Double Credit; Shooting Steadier Handheld Shots.
• How Camcorders Change the way We Track Events
  October, 2007
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  Topical News
• Book and DVD Guide You Through Editing Process
  July, 2007
  by Morgan Paar
• Viewfinder: Tricked Slices of Rock
  July, 2010
  by Matthew York
  One Media Player per Teacher (OMPT) benefits citizens in third-world countries by bringing our technology to them through benevolence.
• Cables and Connectors: They're More Important Than You Think
  November, 1994
  by Stephen Jacobs
  These often-overlooked parts of a production system have a major effect on your video and audio signals. We'll show you how to be a cable-savvy videomaker.
• Edit Suite: Behold the Humble Cut
  August, 1996
  by Mike Loehr
  No video transition is so simple and inexpensive as the cut. And none is so powerful.
• Edit Points: A History of Videotape Editing
  May, 1995
  by Mike Loehr
  A History of Videotape Editing
• Consumer Video Visionaries
  September, 1995
  by Joe McCleskey
  They've brought us VHS, low-cost video editors, desktop video and a whole catalog of other innovations we now take for granted. This article gives you the&helli…
• Product Scene
  September, 1995
  by Joe McCleskey
  Panasonic AG-456U Audio-Technica AT-MX341a SmartMixer Elite Video BVP-4 Broadcast Video Processor Rip-Tie CableCatch Velcro fastener Sony HMEAD…
• Indy Media: The Camcorder's Impact
  July, 1995
  by Joe McCleskey
  A look at the camcorder and its role in the course of human history.
• Video for Legal Use Requires Time Code and More
  June, 1995
  by Joe McCleskey
  Letters
• Pause: Getting Under the Skin
  May, 1997
  by Stephen Muratore
  Beauty is only skin deep. Can video go deeper?
• The Trickle-down Theory: Pro Technology in Consumer Gear
  September, 1997
  by Joe McCleskey
  Join us for a look at the camcorder's illustrious history -- complete with an easy-reference timeline of important dates.
• Manufacturers Debate the Future of Nonlinear Editing
  June, 1997
  by Paul Sneed
  On January 25, 1997, representatives from six of the leading nonlinear editing companies joined the Nonlinear Editing Panel at the Videomaker Expo.
• Pause: Hail to Thee Blithe Amateur
  August, 1997
  by Stephen Muratore
  One man's insult is another man's praise.
• How the Masters Move: Creative Camera Play
  July, 1997
  by Larry Burke-Weiner
  A good grasp on camera movement will do wonders for your productions. This article shows you how to mimic the masters.
• Rewind: 10 Years Ago in Videomaker
  January, 1998
  by Joe McCleskey
  Check out these video "antiques" to appreciate what's available now.
• Steal from the Best
  April, 1998
  by Jim Stinson
  Compare the style and technique of eight great film makers as we demonstrate what you can learn from the masters.
• Rewind: Four From the Videomaker Vault
  April, 1998
  by Joe McCleskey
  They seemed like good ideas at the time
• Video Time Machine: A Look Back to Life Before Camcorders
  September, 1998
  by Joe McCleskey
  Step back in time with video pioneer Roger Miller as he takes us on a guided tour that revisits the "old days" of home video equiopment. Your time machine&helli…
• Pause: Press Principles
  June, 1995
  by Stephen Muratore
  Press Principles
• Have you Heard about this Crazy new Thing the Kids Like Called...The Internet?
  December, 1996
  by TBD TBD
  On Ramp: The Internet and the MBONE
• Bridging the Digital Divide
  September, 1999
  by Jim Stinson
  Going Digital? Save time and money by exploring the various digital-upgrade paths available to you.