Slimothy-Blaine-khmuse -Thou Shalt Not-

Yeah, the Caselite's are about the only Lowel products that I really like.

Now, if I could just raise enough coin to buy a set of Dedo's I would be really happy.

Dedo's are my favorite sources on fast moving sets, they are so versatile and have a degree of control that no other light can even come close to. Too bad they are so damn expensive. I guess I will just have to stick with rentals for now.
 
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Dedos are the coolest things ever invented. Too bad they're so #$%!&@$-ass much money! I've been recently renting tons of PARs (PAR20s, especially) for use at my day job. Dirt cheap, and often does the trick for what we use them for.
 
Yeah, I own a few PARs and they can work fine when you have the time to cut them properly. PARs I can afford. Dedos are in a whole different price league. More like the, if you gotta ask how much, you can't afford them!

Have you ever encountered another brand (hopefully cheaper) that even approaches the control that Dedos offer? I would love an alternate choice.
 
No. But, I know Mole makes a small ellipsoidal attachment. I've been thinking to check out retail halogen manufacturers. You know, the kind of lights they use at fine jewelry store counters? I think they have condenser assemblies in them. But they're probably based on a low-voltage AC system, intended for track lighting applications. Also, maybe some disco light manufactuer may make something of interest.

I did see one really cool (and very compact) condenser-type light used in an architectual installation in the lobby of the TV Guide offices in Los Angeles. The one I saw was white, and about the size of four PAR20 housings stacked together. It definitely had a condenser. But it was designed to project a 35mmm slide. Very cool, but I never found out the name of the manufacturer.
 
Kevin left about 20 minutes ago. We (Kevin, Tim, Sarah and myself) finished the pickup shots we needed, so we can now complete the movie. Shooting's done. Whew....
 
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It won't take long to roll.... "This movie was written, shot, cut, and performed by Ted Arabian!"
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hehehehe :) That quote sounds very similar to my last fest entry. :beer:

Great to see you guys got all the footage you need and start the post work.

/j
 
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hehehehe :)Great to see you guys got all the footage you need and start the post work.

/j
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Thanks. We're actually well into post work. With the footage we got tonight we'll be able to add that to the edit and lock the picture. I'm very happy with everything I've seen so far. :beer:
 
Hey Blaine, are you guys doing a lot in post or just basic editing / cc / audio stuff? This doesn't look like something that's using a lot of fx...
 
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Hey Blaine, are you guys doing a lot in post or just basic editing / cc / audio stuff? This doesn't look like something that's using a lot of fx...
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Mostly basic stuff. We're getting some help fixing/enhancing a couple of scenes which I'll address later. But no, we're not relying on a lot of effects. :)
 
Capturing the last bit of footage from this evenings pick up shots right now. I think I see the end in site!
 
Nice. announcement for entry details went up today. Good luck fellas. I am really looking forward to viewing this entry.
 
Well, we have Picture Lock!

Now, the score, vfx and title card sequence can get finished and we should have a complete film.

I am off to London Wednesday afternoon, so the last few details will be in the very capable hands of my teammates. I will follow up with more information as it occurs.

Looking forward to seeing everyones films, I suspect that this will be the best fest to date!

Nothing like a hard deadline to get people moving and out there making a film. Thanks to Jarred and all for giving us the chance to participate.
 
I just took a look at the latest edit (picture lock) and I've got to say I'm very pleased with the result. A lot of hard work from a lot of people has allowed us to get to where we are and I think everyone of them will be happy with the results. :love4: Can't wait to finish and post it for all to see. :thumbsup:

On a side note...I don't think Kevin ever sleeps. He finished the edit last night at 2:30 am... :shocked:
But then again, I know he's been working against the clock to get it done before his trip to London. Helluva job, Kevin and hoist a couple of pints for me...:beer: :beer:
 
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Can't wait to see how this all comes out with the vfx and score. It has been a real pleasure working with everyone on this project.
 
Justin (snodart) Snodgrass is doing our Visual Effects. We're not doing anything wild but what he's doing for us is essential to "sell" the movie. Welcome aboard, Justin!
 
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