Monthly Archives: March 2009

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Show N Tell Show Interview – Slow Motion Theatre

I had a fun time being interviewed at the Show N’ ‘Tell Show last night. I showed some videos that were shot a couple years ago and haven’t seen the light of day… until now. The format was great, I … Continue reading →

March 31, 2009 and filed in My Work, Video
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David On Ideas – Ideas are Almost Worthless

What you should be focusing on instead is Execution and Perseverance A mediocre idea with fantastic execution and staying power is going to be an awesome success A fantastic idea with a guy who cant hold a single thought in … Continue reading →

March 30, 2009 and filed in Inspiration
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New After Effects Tutorial at Aetuts+ Retro 80s Title Animation

Aetuts+ just posted my “Design an Awesome 80’s Inspired Title Animation” tutorial today. Head on over and check it out. For those of you that wanted a more advanced tutorial, this one is for you. Let me know what you … Continue reading →

March 30, 2009 and filed in After Effects, Motion Design, Video, Visual Learning
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New 5 Second Project – “Circle Vs. Square”

Over FIFTY entries in last week’s theme! This week’s theme is “Circle Vs. Square”. Need an excuse to make something cool this week? Well now is your chance. Use this theme to make a short motion piece and link it … Continue reading →

March 27, 2009 and filed in Design, Inspiration, Motion Design, Video
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Most Common Animation Mistake In After Effects and How To Fix It – Wobbly Keyframes

RSS Users… Visit the website to watch the videos. The “Wobbly Keyframe” problem has been plaguing After Effects animators everywhere. I made this short cast on how to get rid of the problem. If your not sure what it looks … Continue reading →

March 27, 2009 and filed in After Effects, Motion Design, Tutorials, Video, Visual Learning
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Simple HTML Tips Posted Above the Google Chicago Urinal

Click the image for full size. What the Google Chicago Employes read when they pee. I picked up a tip or three.

March 26, 2009 and filed in Ideas, Photography
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GSG Cast: Flip Mino HD vs Canon HV10

Super unfair test between a $600 1080 HD HV10 Canon camcorder and the Flip Mino HD. Just wanted to see how my new toy stacked up against my everyday workhorse Canon. It did pretty well I must say. The color … Continue reading →

March 26, 2009 and filed in Reviews, Video
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Stu on Video in DSLRs

Saying that photographers need to learn video because their cameras now feature video is like saying that you need to start a rock band because you bought an iMac that ships with Garage Band. It is entirely possible that you … Continue reading →

March 25, 2009 and filed in Ideas
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Balloons in Black and White Midpoint

Only 3 days left until the deadline for the “Balloons in Black and White” Project. What a great turnout so far. I love seeing all the different approaches. Make sure to post a comment with a link here at the … Continue reading →

March 25, 2009 and filed in Inspiration, Motion Design, Video
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GSG Cast: 2.2 Gamma Correction in Cinema 4D

Thanks to Chad Ashley at CGPOV, I finally understand how working in 2.2 gamma space can help achieve more realistic results. For the story, visit his post on the subject here. Download this Cinema 4D scene. 22gammascenec4d

March 24, 2009 and filed in Cinema 4D, Motion Design, Tutorials, Visual Learning