Chicago Loser Group!

specialed said:
everyone ones willing, no one wants to organize

i dont even have a dvx yet, and i'd still like to meet up.

shouldn't someone get on that?
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I elect you specialed! :)
 
specialed said:
i think bigteeth should be the man.

i would, but i can't even organize my wallet.
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gee, thanks ed, i'm honored :zombie_smiley:

I would be the organizer assuming what that actually means.... If it involves any sort of math then i'm the wrong guy -

if its just finding a place and posting that info on here i would take that on.

if we do these meetings, what are they going to be? just us leering at each others cameras, or a networking thing to meet other camera/filmmaking people?

I'd like to do this if its going to be a chance to share resources - like we help each other out on shoots we want to do - or even make some attempts at shooting some short fiilms in a coop sort of way.

what do you guys think?
 
Greetings. I may have a place. It's a small (very) theater where my business partner teaches acting. It's on W. Irving Park Rd. We have a DVX and 2 HVX's. Also, we know a couple guys who have the JVC HD100. I would also like to check out a Canon HL X1. It's not necessary of course, but it would be cool. Reguardless, I'm in. This is only one option, but let me check into it.
John
 
John Wesley,
I'm in provided it works with my work schedule (which sucks - evenings and saturdays). Could do any Sunday or late afternoon on saturdays.
 
bigteethproductions said:
I'd like to do this if its going to be a chance to share resources - like we help each other out on shoots we want to do - or even make some attempts at shooting some short fiilms in a coop sort of way.
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you're welcome for the nomination.:beer:

a lot of things can be accomplished when resources are pooled. i've found from personal experience that when it comes to organizing a shoot, friends are not the best people to depend on. if we were to get togethor every once in a while at least we'd have a pool of people who are dedicated to the work. i know that i'd be willing to lend a hand whenever in exchange for a little hands on experience.
 
If everyone agrees, I have a place we can meet, we just need to agree on a day. Sunday's are good for me, plus traffic is not bad. My partner is on a film shoot 'till the end of the month but we could certainly organize after that. Anybody else know any Chicago filmmakers around here?
 
John Wesley Norton said:
If everyone agrees, I have a place we can meet, we just need to agree on a day. Sunday's are good for me, plus traffic is not bad. My partner is on a film shoot 'till the end of the month but we could certainly organize after that. Anybody else know any Chicago filmmakers around here?
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hey im down for meeting at the place. sundays are good too but just not the first weekend of oct im gonna be out of town. I think everyones just waiting for a time and place. I'll be there for sure!
 
hey all,

sunday wouldn't be ideal for me, I'd prefer a weeknight so that might leave me out as the "organizer" though it seems John might take that role on.

So, whatever the majority decides I would do my best to attend whenever the meetings happen.
 
When it comes to hands on training, I'm all for it. The cost of this class is next to nothing compared to what you'll take away from it.
Beg ,borrow, or...... beg for the money to take this class, and make sure you attend every class.
There are other schools, there are other programs, but this one is closest to you. Short of working on an actual set, this is great, practical experience..go for it..
 
bigteethproductions said:
On another note - anyone taken any classes at Chicago Filmworkers, I'm thinking of taking one of their lighting courses to shore up one of my biggest weaknesses as a filmmaker/cameraman.

Anyone who knows anything about them would be great so I know if its worth the cash or not. Here's the link:
http://www.chicagofilmmakers.org/navcoop.htm
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im actually taking one of their digital moviemaking class. I've only taken one class (my current class) but the teacher has some background and he knows what hes talking about. Although the people there, are mainly there to see if they like the whole film thing and really want to commit their time. I was thinking on taking their lighting course when it comes up.
 
I know this is old.. but has any one actually had a successful DVXUSER meeting in chicago?

It would be great collaborating with fellow dvxusers
 
We could do it at my place, 2254 Logan, by Wester, Diversay and Elston, but it is good for a dozen people at most. There is a BBQ joint across the street that is never full and has room for more, not to mention the food is great! Fat Willy's Rib Shack at Schubert and Western. Anyone that's interested in either location send me an email at roger@rogerbeck.com and we'll see if we have a meeting. If we do it here there is a 37" LCD available for showing work.

roger
 
I'd love to come over to CHI-TOWN...I was there on New Years eve...Had a blast. I'm good for some time in March....
 
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