Izzy Video 88 - Short Lighting
In this installment of Izzy Video, I review the two-step process to accomplish “short lighting.” This is a very popular method for lighting a face. It makes a face look thinner, and it adds drama to the image.
Watch Izzy Video 88 to see how it’s done.
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The Power of Spectacle
Tim Street frequently talks about how important spectacle is in video. In fact, he says it’s one of the three key components of a viral video, along with emotion and story. The dictionary defines spectacle as “anything presented to the sight or view, especially something of a striking or impressive kind”. A more common way of describing it might be simply “something interesting to watch.” This video is certainly “interesting to watch.”
When I watch videos like this, I pay close attention to what’s happening inside me. What does the video cause me to think and feel?
The above video certainly possesses spectacle. Have you ever seen any place like this? Surely, this type of environment is rare. In fact, in the beginning I wondered if it was simply a very elaborate 3D rendered environment.
What emotions do you feel when you watch it? I feel terror. I’m held in suspense.
And the story? I have no idea what the story is, but there is one just the same. I think it’s similar to a “back story.” Why is this person here? What has happened before this event that has brought them here?
Also, what’s the story in the future? What’s going to happen?
And the big question I was wondering, “Are they going to fall?”
Izzy Video 87 - Catch Lights
This installment of Izzy Video explores “Catch Lights” which are the little bright lights in a person’s eyes that give them “life”. It’s a simple episode, but it’s a useful one.
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Izzy Video 86 - Tips on Exporting
I frequently get questions regarding tips on exporting. Contained in this installment of Izzy Video are two of my biggest tips. They will make your life a lot easier (at least when it comes to exporting video).
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Izzy Video 85 - Light Source Sizes
The size of the light source you use when lighting a person’s face makes an enormous difference. It transforms the quality of the light. In this installment of Izzy Video I show the difference between a bare bulb, small, medium, and large Chimera light banks. Visually, this really demonstrates my point — particularly in the High Definition version of the video.
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Izzy Video 84 - Anchor Points in Motion
Many of you have asked me to release some free Motion tutorials, so that’s what this week’s free Izzy Video is all about.
Motion is very powerful, and my personal opinion is the best way to learn it is one concept at a time. In this brief tutorial, I demonstrate an interesting way to use an Anchor Point in a 3D environment.
You can get Izzy Video 84 here.
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Izzy Video 83 - C-Stands
One of the most useful tools I have in my equipment is the C-Stand. In this installment of Izzy Video, I show several different ways to use a C-Stand, and why they are so important to have as part of your gear.
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Izzy Video 82 - Keyframes
This installment of Izzy Video introduces the concept of Keyframes inside of Final Cut Pro. Although Final Cut Pro isn’t built around animating video, it has plenty of functionality. If you’d like to animate video clips, objects, or text, then this tutorial should be helpful in getting you started.
This episode is available in iPod/iPhone format and in High Definition.
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Izzy Video 81 - Mixed Light Sources
Today’s installment of Izzy Video is an answer to a question from The Wood Whisperer. His question was regarding the challenges of working with mixed light sources. This show should help with some ideas.
You can get Izzy Video 81 here.
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Izzy Video 80 - Intro to Particles in Motion
Several viewers have asked me how I create the intros and outros for the different shows I produce. The answer is that I use Apple’s Motion. It’s extremely powerful, and in Izzy Video episode 80, I show the basics of how to use particles in Motion. The particle emitter is very useful, but it can be overwhelming to somebody who is new to Motion. I try to make it easy for you.
I also briefly show how to create particles in a 3D environment for a very cool effect.
This episode is available in iPod/iPhone format and in High Definition.
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Izzy Video 79 - Improve Your Online Video
A few months ago I ran a session at Podcamp AZ, and it was called “Improve Your Online Video.” It was an hour-long session, but for this installment of Izzy Video, I condensed it down to under six minutes.
Inside you’ll find suggestions for how to improve video, and three keys (which I learned from Tim Street) to creating a viral video.
You can get Izzy Video 79 here.
*This week I decided to release the free version in 640×480, which is the size normally reserved for the premium subscribers. The premium subscribers also receive access to all past Izzy Video tutorials, and two additional members-only episodes per month.
Izzy Video 78 - Intro to the Soft Box
Controlling soft light is difficult because it tends to spread out everywhere. For the first members-only episode in February, I do a quick intro to the soft box. This is one of the best tools for both softening and controlling a light. I show how to assemble one, and what it looks like on the inside and outside.
When it comes to lighting, a soft box is one of the most important tools to have. I use them more than I use barn doors.
This episode is available in iPod/iPhone format and in High Definition.
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Izzy Video 77 - Drawing in Motion
For the second members-only episode of the month of January, we’re back inside Apple’s Motion for a new tutorial. I show how to animate a drawing line on a map. This is a classic animation used to show someone’s trip around the world, but the technique can also be used for a variety of other purposes. For example, you can use it to circle something on the screen, to show the path a football player is going to run, and so on.
It’s a very simple effect to create, and I thought it might be a helpful one.
This episode is available in iPod/iPhone format and in High Definition.
* Also, please note that I’ve created a separate High Def RSS feed for the premium subscribers. Some of the recent episodes, and most future ones, will be available in HD now for premium subscribers. Please visit the Premium Members Area to get the new feed address.
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Izzy Video 76 - Informal Behind the Scenes
For the first members-only episode of the month of January, I show the revised setup I’m using for Paperclipping. I show the large Chimera light bank I’m using for the key light, along with the white foam core board for the fill, and the small light bank for the kicker.
This episode is in high definition. And yes, I shot it on my new camera.
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Izzy Video 75 - Review of the Sony XDCAM EX
My new camcorder is the Sony XDCAM EX. Although this seems to be what everyone’s calling it, the actual model number is Sony PMW-EX1. In this installment of Izzy Video, I give a miniature video review of the new camera.
If you haven’t heard of this camera before, I should let you know that it’s pretty revolutionary.
You can get Izzy Video 75 here.
If you would like to see footage from this new camera, head over to www.paperclipping.com, and watch the high quality version of episode 26. The last couple shows, we’ve shot using this camera. It’s exciting to be able to release our shows in HD.
By the way, this is the free version of Izzy Video, which is 320×240 resolution. The premium subscribers receive it in 640×480 resolution, along with access to all past Izzy Video tutorials.
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