A very inspiring quote!

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oneinfiniteloop

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I was reading the back on American Cinematographer, and I'm sure many of you have read this, but I found a quote by Robert Yeoman, ASC, that was very inspiring. I think I'm going to get it engraved and put it above my computer.

"When Pablo Picasso was an old man, he still saw the world through the eyes of a child. I think it's really important to have that ability to see the world through a fresh set of eyes like a child does. It's also really important not to let the spark of enthusiasm that drove you to want to be a filmmaker to go out. We have that obligation because like any art form, film has the power to make people think about their lives and the world we live in."

It may be kind of long, but I think it's one of the most inspiring quotes I've ever read. After reading through threads about noise, resolution, macroblocking, and the other banalities of this industry we get bogged down in, I think it's good to step back and see the world through a "fresh set of eyes". I, for one, am drawn to this wonderful art for the satisfaction of bringing something new and creative to the masses (no matter how small they be).

With that being sad, I think that DVX User as a whole embodies the spirit of this quote, and that Jarred, Barry Green, Barry S, Issac, John Hudson, Evinsky, Briceman, TC, Thartley, Kai, and the countless others are truly contributing to the essence of this quote. Every day I come on the website I learn something new, laugh, see some beautiful art, and engage in conversations that are more thought provoking than the kinds you drum up at the dinner table.

This place is truly a family, and I think we should all grab the talents given to us and strive to make people think about their world with a new set of eyes. Go out and make a documentary about something important to you, like showing the world what it is like to be a solider for hire. Or go create a piece of drama that has the power to move one's soul. Or go toe-to-toe with Denzel and then come share your story with others. Get that big break and post your experience so that the younger generation on this board, and elsewhere, can find inspiration in what you did.

Just show us all their is a way, and there is so much more.

Sorry for the long post, it's been a rough couple of days for me, and I know I'm new, but I still find solace here.

:dankk2: DVX User!
:dankk2: for filmmaking!
:dankk2: for our gifts!
 
Awesome. Thanks for sharing that. I totally agree. While some here think we should be exclusively a "working professionals" board, I say forget that -- the community is a COMMUNITY, one that shares and works together and all that that entails. And I love seeing stuff from new shooters -- it brings a whole new perspective on what we've been doing. If I can answer questions or share experience or do anything to help bring their game up to par, I'm glad to do so -- and I see the same attitude from so many on this board. Our patience level with new members has always been a source of pride, and every once in a while one of those new forum members turns out to be Bob Gundu or Kevin Railsback or Patryk Rebisz or someone else who just has so much talent and so much skill that just by watching their stuff it helps us all see things in a new way.

Thanks to all of those who contribute of their time and their talents to make this place a better place, and its members better/more-informed shooters.
 
What a great spirit oneinfiniteloop ! We need more enthusiasm around these parts.

This line struck me hard 'It's also really important not to let the spark of enthusiasm that drove you to want to be a filmmaker to go out.'

Damn it. :(
 
oneinfiniteloop said:
Every day I come on the website I learn something new, laugh, see some beautiful art, and engage in conversations that are more thought provoking than the kinds you drum up at the dinner table.

This place is truly a family
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And THAT is exactly why so many of us here spend so much of our time online at this place. :love4:
 
I think if we all looked at the world as it was something new everyday, Alot more things would work them selfs out. Problems would be tackeled in different ways. And this place needs to stay a place where everyone has a say and has ideas that can help everyone. that is what makes this board so good. You can ask anything here not just what Fstop you using today. We are a community and one that I personaly am proud to belong to.
 
Have you ever just watched children interact with the world around them? I helped a friend who was doing some child-development stuff in school and it occured to me there are a lot of people wasting a lot of time studying and trying to figure out kids. I think it would be a far better idea to spend your time playing with them. They really are magical and when you hang out with them you suddenly find yourself seeing things anew and through their eyes.
I am so very glad I found you all on this board. My very first question was to Disjecta and he answered me as if I was a student and he a teacher. I have never had a bad experience here. It has become as a home for me as well. From PK to Thartley, Barry and John, Coffee and everyone else. I am glad to know you all.
 
This is a great post. I'm better in my work when I look at things as if I'm seeing them for the first time without prejudice of any kind.

Coincidentally, I've recently enacted a new policy for myself which centers on listening to my children. I know this sounds funny on the surface, but I've recently focused intently on other parents as they interact with their own kids and realized that many of them suffer from a hearing disorder much like mine!

I was listening to Diane Rehm one morning and she was talking with child development experts on parent - child interaction. It was, as her show often is, an eye-opening experience for me.

I realized that my "learned" paternal instincts for safety, cleanliness and general mayhem control had slowly crushed my ability to listen to my children. If you have kids, you'll often hear the words, "No", "Later", "Not now", "I don't think this is a good idea", "What are you [do you think you're] doing?" and so on. These are the embarrassing, disengaged taglines of a busy parent.

Now that I've trained myself to listen for these catch-phrases which stiffle, restrict and diminish my children's growth, I've become almost hyper-sensitive - allergic - to them.

When I hear one coming on, I stop what I'm doing and completely engage with the kids. It has been a transformative experience. I've found that they are most often involved in an amazing exploration of some kind - one that I'm free to join in on or sit back and watch in wonder and without distraction.

Funny thing is, I have employed these techniques in my work since I first started in it over 15 years ago. Kinda sad that I had to learn to apply my work outlook to how I interact with my children. Oh well, today is another day to do better!

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overlandfilms said:
This is a great post. I'm better in my work when I look at things as if I'm seeing them for the first time without prejudice of any kind.

I realized that my "learned" paternal instincts for safety, cleanliness and general mayhem control had slowly crushed my ability to listen to my children. If you have kids, you'll often hear the words, "No", "Later", "Not now", "I don't think this is a good idea", "What are you [do you think you're] doing?" and so on. These are the embarrassing, disengaged taglines of a busy parent.

Now that I've trained myself to listen for these catch-phrases which stiffle, restrict and diminish my children's growth, I've become almost hyper-sensitive - allergic - to them.

When I hear one coming on, I stop what I'm doing and completely engage with the kids. It has been a transformative experience. I've found that they are most often involved in an amazing exploration of some kind - one that I'm free to join in on or sit back and watch in wonder and without distraction.
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I think that is spot-on. I love working with children, yet in the day-to-day with my own kids, it can be hard to sit down on the floor with them for long periods and enter their world. But when I do, it sure helps my whole approach to life, interaction with others, and my creativity.

Filmmaking, like most other things in life, is the art and science of staying young while you grow more mature.
 
John_Hudson said:
This line struck me hard 'It's also really important not to let the spark of enthusiasm that drove you to want to be a filmmaker to go out.'

Damn it. :(
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I know what you mean John.
Ouch.

But that's part of the reason I come here - the enthusiasm of the community.
 
John_Hudson said:
What a great spirit oneinfiniteloop ! We need more enthusiasm around these parts.

This line struck me hard 'It's also really important not to let the spark of enthusiasm that drove you to want to be a filmmaker to go out.'

Damn it. :(
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This is exactly the line that pushed me to post this. Originally I was just going to put up the quote, but I just started writing more than I had intended.

That line will probably save me from ever failing.
 
Good stuff. And it works for not only filmmaking but almost any dream or passion you have.

Never stop and don't let anyone else stop you.

This place is great! DVXuser has kept me going time and time again.
 
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