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How 3 Types of the Documentary Genre Are Made

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

This Video On Demand highlights 3 common types of the Documentary genre. We'll discuss Observational, Expository and Participatory.

The History of Making Documentaries

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

This Video On Demand highlights the history of making documentaries. Everything from the Lumier Brothers in the late 1800s, to the birth of "Reality TV".

Basic Training: A Checklist To Find The Best Digital Video Camcorder For You

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 PDT

Thinking about getting a new camcorder? Here are 10 points to consider while searching for the best digital video camcorder to suit your needs and budget.

Director's Chair: Back to Film School

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Watching films is a classroom in itself, yet you really have to have the right tools to become a critical viewer. All good directors are students of film. They&…

Commentary - Viewfinder

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 01:15:00 PDT

Viewfinder - with Matt York and Mark Montgomery Matt and Mark talk about the personal joy of making video.

Fun Video Factoids

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Video has come a long way, baby, but its history is a short one. We’ve got ten fun facts you might not know about video.

In Box

Sun, 01 Aug 2004 00:00:00 PDT

In Box

NTSC: Yesterday, Today, Forever?

Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Examining the scope of the North American broadcast video standard.

Broaden Your Video Horizons

Thu, 01 Jan 2004 00:00:00 PST

How high-speed broadband Internet is changing the course of digital video.

The Technique of Film and Video Editing - History, Theory and Practice

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

NEW! The Technique of Film & Video Editing contains the best training for aspiring directors and editors, providing a detailed, precise look at the artistic…

Documentaries Then and Now

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

Whether you're recording your daughter's wedding or shooting tape of your mule ride to the bottom of the Grand Canyon -- if the aim of your video is to say “T…

Tips and Tricks - The History of Making Documentaries

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 09:00:00 PDT

The history of making documentaries. Everything from the Lumier Brothers in the late 1800s, to the birth of "Reality TV".

Tips and Tricks - How 3 Types of the Documentary Genre Are Made

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:11:07 PDT

Learn about 3 of the more commonly known types of the documentary genre. They include: Observational, Expository and Participatory.

Tips and Tricks - History of Online Video and YouTube

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:55:33 PST

History of Online Video growth from early video cameras to the evolution of YouTube.

Fan-Made Low Budget Films: The Story Continues...

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

The enthusiasm for characters and stories in science fiction is inspiring the independent creation of entertaining fan-made, low budget films as a hobby.

Movie Making History of Blue and Green Screen Effects

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:49 PST

Explore the history of Chroma Key. Everything from blue screen to green screen!

Creating Characters

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

Telling a powerful story with video does not require professional actors or people experiencing extraordinary events. But it does hinge on making your…

Creating Characters

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Getting the Most Out of Your Actors or Subjects

The Craft of Family History Videos: Making Classics Out of Clutter

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST

We treasure our memories, but we can be easily overwhelmed. Fearlessly dive into your archives and uncap your camera lens for the holidays to create a video…

Fan Films

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST

The clash of lightsabers, the sting of a Batarang and the next journey of "the One" are only a camcorder away!

Quick Focus

Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Intro to Genres

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT

If you see visions of your first Indie Film, or you're just having fun with the kids, making movies can be fun. Whether it's a Thriller, a Western, a Comedy or a Romance, they all have one thing in common: they follow a specific Genre.

Camcorders: The Needs of the Many

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 PST

The camcorder that works for you might not be what works for someone else. What do you really need?

Sound Advice: Bits and Bytes

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Understanding the language of digital audio.

Quick Focus

Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Thu, 01 Jan 2004 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Using Camera Angles Like a Pro

Mon, 01 Dec 2003 00:00:00 PST

In quality videos, camera angles enhance the style of the program

Home Video Hints: Watch Your Language!

Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 PDT

The world of transitions speaks a language we all understand--whether you realize it or not.

Home Video Hints: Planning Production: Part I

Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 PST

Even productions for the home hobbyist can benefit from pre-production planning.

Wedding Videos: 8 Tips for Success

Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 PDT

Before you say

Video Genres

Sat, 01 Jun 2002 00:00:00 PDT

Program types and why they matter.

2001 Videomaker/Panasonic Video Contest Winners

Mon, 01 Apr 2002 00:00:00 PST

Our readers sent us their best work. Here are our favorites.

Tips and Tricks - How to Shoot a Fight Scene

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:33:03 PDT

How to use editing, continuity, and camera techniques to create a realistic and dramatic fight scene in your action video.

Tips and Tricks - Make Money With On-Line Video Distribution

Tue, 26 May 2009 17:29:02 PDT

How to use on-demand DVD distribution to make money with video over the Internet.

Tips and Tricks - How to Win a Video Contest

Mon, 18 May 2009 08:04:45 PDT

Essential guidelines and tips to follow in order to win a video contest.

Critiques - Boulevards

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 23:18:15 PDT

Charlie and Jennifer show you one of our Music Video contest finalists: "Boulevards", by Dixie Dirt.

Critiques - Laundry Line

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 08:51:15 PDT

Jennifer and Charlie have two distinct examples of how to get your PSA message across with "Laundry Line" by Tricia Hoffman and "Georgia Gas" by Ben Rawnsley.

Critiques - Trucklight

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 18:42:46 PDT

In this week's "Take 20", Jennifer and Charlie review a nice example of a well-produced corporate video called: "Truck light" by Steven Kehl.

Critiques - Resonance

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 15:18:12 PDT

In this week's "Take 20", Jennifer and Charlie review "Resonance" by Craig Givens.

Critiques - Perception

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 05:10:00 PST

In this week's "Take 20", Charlie and John show you the first place winner from our current video contest: "Perception", by Jeffrey Teitler.

Critiques - Ohio

Thu, 23 Nov 2006 02:15:06 PST

This week's "Take 20", Charlie and Mark look at a music video by producer Steve Schubert of Cambridge, Ohio called..... "Ohio."

Commentary - “He's Got A Point”

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 22:30:00 PDT

TAKE 20 reader's/viewer's videos Submission #5 "He's Got a Point" Producer: Sean Sanczel PLUG: Take 20 - Editor's Critique - Next Deadline: July 31st

Documentary Storytelling, 2nd Edition - Making Stronger and More Dramatic Nonfiction Films

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

Documentary Storytelling is unique in offering an in-depth look at story and structure as applied not to Hollywood fiction, but to films and videos based on…

Videomaker's Documentary eBook

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

The Ultimate Videomaker Documentary Set! Planning is the first step to creating your documentary and we'll show you where to start. Then you can explore your…

Documentary Film Making

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

This in-depth analysis combining special techniques is a no nonsense approach to documentary film making with many "real world" examples...

Producing a Documentary Part 2

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

From dream to distribution Part 2! Explore your vision. In this second part, we'll take a look at details such as casting, shooting, sound, and more. Written…

Documentary Storytelling

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

This Video On Demand highlights a successful formula for documentary storytelling; the key ingredients documentary makers use to tell a story.

Documentary Making Tips - Character Development

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

This Video On Demand highlights Documentary making tips on how to develop characters that keep your audience interested in the story.

Access Challenges for Documentary Makers

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

Gaining access to people or places is one of the main challenges documentary makers face when making their movies. These tips should help you find your way.

How Relationships Play a Role in Making Video

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT

Videomaker's role is changing from teaching people how to make video to fostering a community to empower mass collaboration over the Internet.

Tips and Tricks - Access Challenges for Documentary Makers

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:27:13 PDT

Gaining access to people or places is one of the main challenges documentary makers face when making their movies. These tips should help you find your way.

Tips and Tricks - Documentary Making Tips - Character Development

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:57:23 PDT

Documentary making tips on how to develop characters that keep your audience interested in the story.

Tips and Tricks - Documentary Storytelling

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:19:51 PDT

Learn about the key ingredients documentary makers use for successful documentary storytelling.

Directing: Directing Documentaries

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Documentaries are about real people in real places doing real things. Documentaries were the first films ever made.

In Box

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST

Reader's Letters - Young Video Producers; Upgrading the Reader on the Changing Technologies; Double Credit; Shooting Steadier Handheld Shots.

10 Steps to the Best Video for Worship

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Shooting within the confines of a live event can try the patience of Job. But pulling it off is heavenly joy.

New Titles

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Video Editing : Plan A: B-roll

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Quick Focus

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Family Video Help

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Some tips to help you enjoy the fun that you usually only experience after viewing the tapes. It's June; you know what that means: weddings, graduation,…

Basic Training: Stage It!

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PST

Look, Ma!! I'm famous! The stage exists for one reason:

Commentary - Viewfinder

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 20:30:00 PDT

Viewfinder – with Matt York and Brian Peterson Matt and Brian discuss documentary videography and its growing interest among our viewers.

How to Make a Documentary Part II

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT

Considered an art form by many, documentary video production has its own special challenges and rewards. In this second of three parts on how to make a…

How to Make a Documentary - Part 1

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PST

Few other communication forms have the power to reveal a unique perspective, capture imagination and even motivate change. In this 3-part series on how to make…

Making Documentary Videos: The Interview

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PST

How to use Cinéma Vérité techniques to make compelling documentaries

New Titles

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST

New Titles

Video Editing : Family Time: Cutting the Album

Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 PDT

Leave the emotions at the door, and let the long shots fall to the edit room floor, and you'll create a family album masterpiece that even strangers will…

Home Video Hints: Holiday Videos that Rock!

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 PST

A quick and easy recipe for capturing family memories.

Light Source: The Wedding (Not) in the Woods: Part 2

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 PDT

FROM: gaffertom@barndoor.com TO: goldilocks@beanbagstate.edu SUBJECT: Flower children wedding plan B

Kindergarten Yearbook Videos

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 PDT

A little planning, your expertise and your camera can turn into a career or at least a little cash when you create a video yearbook.

Light Source: The Wedding in the Woods - Part 1

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 PDT

The best-laid plans of mice and men gang aft agley.

Grizzlies in Yellowstone

Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 PDT

With Filmmaker Shane Moore

Computer Editing: Shooting for a Specific Audience

Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Tailor your shows for the people who will watch them.

Secrets of Video Training: We Betray the Instructional Designer's Guild

Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Developing a training video is a straightforward process--if you know the techniques of professional instructional designers.

Teaching the Truth about Video

Thu, 01 May 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Classroom video projects can teach students how media can manipulate reality--and viewers

Take 5: 5 Considerations for Event Video

Thu, 01 May 2003 00:00:00 PDT

5 Considerations for Event Video

Videography 101: Videotaping Live Events.

Sat, 01 Mar 2003 00:00:00 PST

Switch to a second camera set on a safe shot with a standalone switcher.

Video for Worship

Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 PST

A guide to help you prepare and present practical, powerful and appropriate productions.

Home Video Hints: Video for the Ho-Ho-Holidays

Sat, 01 Dec 2001 00:00:00 PST

We have some tips and ideas to improve your inevitable assortment of holiday video clips.

Creating Action Videos (DVD)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:49 PST

From the editors of Videomaker, we bring you some classic action video techniques from our popular “Tips & Tricks” vidcast series...

How to Cut Video Transitions for Action Scenes

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:49 PST

This Video On Demand highlights how to cut video for editing various types of action scenes.

Directing the Documentary, 5th Edition

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

NEW! Directing the Documentary is the definitive and comprehensive book on the form, offering timeless principles that will improve your work. Ideal for…

The Shut Up and Shoot Documentary Guide - A Down & Dirty DV Production

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

This book is for people who are done talking about the films they want to make and are ready to shut up and shoot!

Videomaker's Documentary Production (DVD)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

From the editors of Videomaker, we bring you some of our best documentary tips and techniques.

How to Make Money with Video (DVD)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

How to Make Money with Video gives you some great insight on selling your stock footage and starting your own wedding video service. This DVD will help you…

Making Documentary Videos: The Interview

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

When you get involved and direct powerful interviews and shoot compelling video, you have the makings of a great Cinema Vérité style documentary.

Video Editing - Plan A: B-roll

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

If you are a documentary filmmaker, and this definitely includes you wedding videographers (yes, you are definitely documenting something), B-roll should be on…

Fair Use & Copyrights

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

This Video On Demand highlights what is and isn't allowed to use, when creating your documentary.

Tips and Tricks - How to Make Your Video Look Like Film

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:06:00 PDT

How to give video a film look using 24p.

Tips and Tricks - How to Cut Video Transitions for Action Scenes

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:26:52 PDT

How to cut video for edit various types of action scenes.

Tips and Tricks - On-line Video Revenue Opportunities

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:22:58 PDT

How to make money making videos for on-line revenue sharing sites. Learn how to make money on YouTube, Metacafe, Veoh and Blip TV.

Tips and Tricks - Business Opportunities in Event Videography

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:16:29 PDT

There are many opportunities in event videography in addition to wedding videos. Today videographers are getting jobs videotaping theatrical performances,…

Tips and Tricks - How to Start a Wedding Video Business

Mon, 04 May 2009 10:52:13 PDT

Key things videographers should consider in order to succeed in the wedding video business.

Tips and Tricks - Fair Use & Copyrights

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:49:34 PDT

We take a look at what is and isn't allowed to use, when creating your documentary.

In Boxreaders' letters

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Footage vs. Bittage... 6 versus 25 Minutes of Film... and Pani's 0001 Still in Use... In Michael Moore's Defense... More on Moore... Throw in Some Spice and…

In box

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDT

readers' letters

Tips and Tricks - Depth of Field

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 11:32:07 PST

Mark and Andrew demonstrate two shooting tricks using depth of field. (Repeat)

Tips and Tricks - Get a Show onto Current TV

Sat, 19 May 2007 04:30:18 PDT

In our Tips & Tricks segment, Jennifer interviews documentary filmmakers Andrew Burke and Morgan Paar about how to get a show onto Current TV.

Tips and Tricks - Deceptive Shooting Part 2

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 01:00:50 PDT

Mark and Andrew are back with part 2 of deceptive shooting: this installment is how to use depth of field to realistically shoot fake fights.

Tips and Tricks - Words From The Pros

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 12:30:57 PST

Recently, Videomaker was invited to a special reception honoring this year's documentarians nominated for Academy Awards. For this week's "Tips & Tricks"…

Critiques - Rozwell

Wed, 21 Feb 2007 05:24:20 PST

In this week's "Take 20", Charlie and John show you the second place winner from our current video contest: "Rozwell", by one of our earlier winners, Hodges…

Commentary - Bloopers

Thu, 08 Feb 2007 16:30:33 PST

We got as many of the hosts for the show that we could to come on and talk about "Videomaker Presents" humble beginnings, and where we hope to go in the future.…

Critiques - Climax

Fri, 08 Sep 2006 22:57:00 PDT

In this week's "TAKE 20",... Brian and Mark critique a video spoof on the spy genre that has a funny twist on mistaken identify. "Climax", by producer Devin…

News - News &Technology

Mon, 01 May 2006 17:44:00 PDT

NEWS and Technology - Morgan / 1. HD-DVD 2. 50 years of Video tape 3. Boris Blue PROPS: LitePanels DV Lite Vlog…

Critiques - Reader Showcase

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PDT

READER SHOWCASE - Charlie/ Short Video Contest Winner: AKA Donut Category: Best Producer: Jack Schell, Gun Barrel City, Prize:…

Tips and Tricks - Letters and Tips

Thu, 16 Feb 2006 22:30:00 PST

YouTube video contest, new nVidia chip, IndieDolly demo, MacBook Pro ships, "Le Combat du Samourai" video, Tips&Tricks

Guide to Making Wedding Video

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

Learn the essentials to creating a memorable wedding video!

Miscellaneous - Alaskan RR Train Ride

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 22:11:18 PDT

LightingLighting Film Noir Style

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PDT

November. The days are getting shorter, the air is crisp and the mood is dark and forlorn. These are the perfect ingredients for film noir shooting.

The Wedding Biz

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT

A guide to starting a wedding video business.

Quick Focus

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Topical News

Wedding VideoLand

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT

A lighthearted Look at Wedding Video.

Videotaping Sporting Events

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Football, baseball, hockey, tennis. Swimming, cycling, running and lacrosse. Sports shooting is an art unto itself, and every sport has shooting hurdles to&hell…

A Complete Guide to Shooting Wedding Video

Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 PDT

It's not just the newlyweds making wedding promises. Before you say

Recording Special Events

Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 PST

Shoot it right the first time for a lifetime of memories.

Basic Training: Shoot to Show or to Edit

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT

"Shoot to Show" and "Shoot to Edit" are two different styles requiring different methods of planning. No one knows these techniques better than a run-and-gun…

Edit The Plan: Part 3 of Production Planning

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT

Planning for post-production will re-focus your vision of the program you want and then help you create it with the material you've got.

Basic Training: The 9 Classic Camera Moves

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 PST

Camera moves can make your project look super professional or incredibly amateurish depending on how well you use them.

Video Editing : Tips for Editing Montages

Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 PST

When random pictures come together to create a single compelling collection.

Home Video Hints: Shoot to Show

Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Tips for in-camera editing.

Editing: What Did You Say?

Mon, 01 Dec 2003 00:00:00 PST

Understanding the hidden meanings of transition effects.

Editing: Get Organized!

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 00:00:00 PDT

"Beauty from order springs."--William King, Art of Cookery

In Box

Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 PST

In Box

Home Video Hints: A Videographer's Family Vacation

Sat, 01 Jun 2002 00:00:00 PDT

Make sure you have all the mobile video equipment you need when you head out on the road.

Lighting Film Noir Style

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:49 PST

Film Noir has a distinct style with shadow-filled low-key lighting. Night rules in film noir, the shadow more important than the light. In this eDoc, we will…

Transitioning Naturally

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:49 PST

Every blockbuster movie has hundreds or even thousands of edits, yet the viewer often is unaware of the cut. Why? In many cases, the change is very subtle,…

How to Start a Wedding Video Business

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:48 PST

This Video On Demand highlights key things videographers should consider in order to succeed in the wedding video business.

Tips and Tricks - Movie Making History of Blue and Green Screen Effects

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:21:31 PST

Explore the history of Chroma Key. Everything from blue screen to green screen!

Tips and Tricks - Chromakey

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:04:32 PDT

From start to completion, Charlie walks through the basics of achieving a Green Screen effect.

In Box

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDT

readers' letters

Tips and Tricks - The 180 degree rule

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 01:19:25 PDT

Learn the post production element of rotoscoping & creating live action animation special effects.

Tips and Tricks - Deceptive Shooting

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:29:26 PDT

This week's Videomaker vidcast highlights the techniques of deceptive shooting. Simple camera skills and tricks of perspective that sell your shots.

Critiques - How To Make A Movie

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:15:06 PST

This week's "Take 20" with Charlie and John, they look at a comedic way to make a training video with "How to make a movie" by producer Joshua Moore of…

Critiques - Four Fifty Two

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 01:15:00 PDT

with Brian and Charlie * Four Fifty Two - Gabe Morin from Salt Lake City, Utah

Pause: Flames, Nazis and You

Sat, 01 Oct 1994 00:00:00 PDT

Pause: Flames, Nazis and You

Pause: Show Me a Story

Thu, 01 Sep 1994 00:00:00 PDT

Pause: Show Me a Story

Pause: Getting There First

Mon, 01 Aug 1994 00:00:00 PDT

Pause: Getting There First

Pause: Art Science

Wed, 01 Jun 1994 00:00:00 PDT

Is video an art or a science?

Pause: Video Voyeurism

Fri, 01 Apr 1994 00:00:00 PST

Let's sneak a look at video voyeurs.

Pause: Propaganda

Tue, 01 Mar 1994 00:00:00 PST

Propaganda: do you make it? Should you?

Pause: Video Democracy or Rosy Glasses?

Tue, 01 Feb 1994 00:00:00 PST

Do we want video democracy or only to replace one video totalitarianism with another?

Pause: LIP Service

Sat, 01 Jan 1994 00:00:00 PST

Pause: possibilities of live broadcasting

Edit Suite: Behold the Humble Cut

Thu, 01 Aug 1996 00:00:00 PDT

No video transition is so simple and inexpensive as the cut. And none is so powerful.

Letters

Wed, 01 Nov 1995 00:00:00 PST

Letters

Indy Media: The Camcorder's Impact

Sat, 01 Jul 1995 00:00:00 PDT

A look at the camcorder and its role in the course of human history.

Pause: Vince Needs Friends

Mon, 01 Sep 1997 00:00:00 PDT

Vince Codac, an unlucky, would-be nonlinear editor, needs your help.

Quick Focus

Thu, 01 Jan 1998 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Rewind: 10 Years Ago in Videomaker

Thu, 01 Jan 1998 00:00:00 PST

Check out these video "antiques" to appreciate what's available now.

In Box

Sun, 01 Mar 1998 00:00:00 PST

In Box

Global Webcasting with Streaming Video

Tue, 01 Sep 1998 00:00:00 PDT

The future is now, and it's streaming your way. Video is being transmitted over the World Wide Web. Yours can be too (and it's more affordable than you think).

In Box

Thu, 01 Oct 1998 00:00:00 PDT

In Box

Pause: Snow

Thu, 01 Dec 1994 00:00:00 PST

Snow

Pause: Video Brain Drain

Tue, 01 Nov 1994 00:00:00 PST

Pause: Video Brain Drain

Putting a Camcorder in the Hands of Children

Sun, 01 Jan 1995 00:00:00 PST

Get your children out from in front of a TV and behind a camcorder.

Pause: Eye, Mouth, Hand

Wed, 01 Feb 1995 00:00:00 PST

Eye, Mouth, Hand

Pause: The Long Distance Video Guy

Wed, 01 Mar 1995 00:00:00 PST

The Long Distance Video Guy

Pause: To See Ourselves

Sat, 01 Apr 1995 00:00:00 PST

To See Ourselves

Pause: Press Principles

Thu, 01 Jun 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Press Principles

Pause: Watch the Ads, Watch Video

Tue, 01 Aug 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Watch the Ads, Watch Video

Pause: Beyond Those Ugly Video Moments

Fri, 01 Sep 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Beyond Those Ugly Video Moments

Pause: A Plea for the First

Sun, 01 Oct 1995 00:00:00 PDT

A Plea for the First

Pause: Bards and the Anti-bard

Fri, 01 Dec 1995 00:00:00 PST

Bards and the Anti-bard

Pause: Inside Out

Mon, 01 Jan 1996 00:00:00 PST

Inside Out

On Ramp: The Internet and the MBONE

Sun, 01 Dec 1996 00:00:00 PST

On Ramp: The Internet and the MBONE

Streaming FAQ: What is the Potential of Streaming Video?

Sun, 01 Dec 1996 00:00:00 PST

Streaming FAQ: What is the Potential of Streaming Video?

Streaming FAQ: What are Some of the Uses for Streaming Video?

Sun, 01 Dec 1996 00:00:00 PST

Streaming FAQ: What are Some of the Uses for Streaming Video?

Liar, Liar!

Sun, 01 Oct 2000 00:00:00 PDT

The minute you hit the record button, you falsify reality. Here are some insights into the true nature of video creation.

Pause: High Phi

Thu, 01 Feb 1996 00:00:00 PST

High Phi

Pause: To Read or to Watch

Mon, 01 Apr 1996 00:00:00 PST

The pen may be mightier than the sword, but it's no match for the lens.

Camcorder Danger: Risks People Take for the Camera

Wed, 01 May 1996 00:00:00 PDT

The dangers of putting a camcorder on a person who would put themselves or others at risk to show off.

Pause: Getting Digital

Mon, 01 Jul 1996 00:00:00 PDT

Converting a computer system for nonlinear editing is not for the faint of heart.

Pause: Vince's Way Home

Sun, 01 Sep 1996 00:00:00 PDT

The further misadventures of a would-be nonlinear editor.

Pause: Future Schlock

Tue, 01 Oct 1996 00:00:00 PDT

Your battery's memory may be better than your own.

Pause: George and Harry, Bill and Sadie

Sun, 01 Dec 1996 00:00:00 PST

The secret of a good marriage is communication, especially for videographers.

Cables and Connectors: They're More Important Than You Think

Tue, 01 Nov 1994 00:00:00 PST

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 Points: A History of Videotape Editing

Mon, 01 May 1995 00:00:00 PDT

A History of Videotape Editing

How to Shoot News Video

Wed, 01 Oct 1997 00:00:00 PDT

Be prepared! If a newsworthy event breaks before your eyes, you may be the only one with a video camera.

Product Scene

Fri, 01 Sep 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Panasonic AG-456U Audio-Technica AT-MX341a SmartMixer Elite Video BVP-4 Broadcast Video Processor Rip-Tie CableCatch Velcro fastener Sony HMEAD…

Letters

Thu, 01 Jun 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Letters

Documentaries: Then and Now

Thu, 01 Feb 1996 00:00:00 PST

Join us for a look at the history of documentary film and videomaking, followed by a discussion of how you can shoot your own documentaries with professional…

The Trickle-down Theory: Pro Technology in Consumer Gear

Mon, 01 Sep 1997 00:00:00 PDT

Join us for a look at the camcorder's illustrious history -- complete with an easy-reference timeline of important dates.

Video, Science, and You

Wed, 01 Oct 1997 00:00:00 PDT

Step into the science lab for a little creativity stimulation. Learn how video reveals the invisible, reaches the inaccessible, preserves the temporary and…

Is it TV, Or is it Art?: Video in the Artist's Hands

Sat, 01 Nov 1997 00:00:00 PST

As new digital technologies emerge, artists are finding even more creative, exciting applications for video. In this article, we explore what some of them are&h…

Steal from the Best

Wed, 01 Apr 1998 00:00:00 PST

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

Wed, 01 Apr 1998 00:00:00 PST

They seemed like good ideas at the time

Projects That Pay: Memorial Videos: Gone but Not Forgotten

Tue, 01 Sep 1998 00:00:00 PDT

Memories on video can be treasures for future generations.

Profile: Campus Research 101

Sat, 01 Aug 1998 00:00:00 PDT

College tours on video help students choose the right school.

Video Time Machine: A Look Back to Life Before Camcorders

Tue, 01 Sep 1998 00:00:00 PDT

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…

Your Camcorder: More Versatile Than You Realize

Thu, 01 Oct 1998 00:00:00 PDT

What was once just a tool for entertainment, is now being used in everyday life.

In Box

Tue, 01 Feb 2000 00:00:00 PST

In Box

Selling Laughs: How to Create Your Own Commercial Parody

Tue, 01 Feb 2000 00:00:00 PST

Commercial parodies help hone your video production skills, and they�re a great source of entertainment for your family and friends.

Instructional Video: It's All About Approach

Tue, 01 Feb 2000 00:00:00 PST

Instructional videos are popular with videographers and viewers, but without a clear approach you can feel lost

Video Profiles: Stories Waiting To Be Told

Mon, 01 May 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Discover how to capture the personal insights of people in your life who have interesting stories to tell.

Basic Training

Mon, 01 May 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Richly satisfying, training videos have everything you're looking for as a video producer.

Lights, Camera, Action!

Sun, 01 Oct 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Directing isn't as easy as it looks. Here are some practical tips.

Video Postcards

Fri, 01 Sep 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Forget that greeting card. Send a video message instead!

In Box

Fri, 01 Sep 2000 00:00:00 PDT

In Box

It's All in the Approach: Creative Approaches for Video Productions

Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 PST

There are a variety of ways to format your videos. Documentary, interview, expert presenter and full script are some options to consider for your next…

Sex Lives and Videotape

Mon, 01 Oct 1990 00:00:00 PDT

Just Like In The Movies

Mon, 01 Oct 1990 00:00:00 PDT