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Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders December 2nd, 2011, 07:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,115
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Re: Do you color correct in post all the time?

Thanks everyone! I have now created my own custom preset, thanks to the advice I got here, and I am now much happier with my XH A1s!
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders November 27th, 2011, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,115
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Re: Do you color correct in post all the time?

Thanks Bo!

I once made the ND mistake on my first GL2 and I will NEVER make that mistake again!

I am currently experimenting with the custom presets and getting better results.
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders November 25th, 2011, 07:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,115
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Re: Do you color correct in post all the time?

Thanks for taking the time to explain this, Les. I really appreciate it! Going to check out the link now!
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders November 25th, 2011, 06:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,115
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Re: Do you color correct in post all the time?

Thanks Les.

Yes, I do add let whenever I can.

I understand most of what you are talking about except for one thing.

Could you explain what you mean by "the shutter is 180 degrees"?
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders November 24th, 2011, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,115
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Re: Do you color correct in post all the time?

Thank you. I know what you are talking about! I am actually quite experienced at color correction, having worked with stills in the printing industry for 10+ years. So, I don't fear having to color...
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders November 24th, 2011, 07:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,115
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Re: Do you color correct in post all the time?

Thanks Les and Chris! I am beginning to understand that I am at a new level with this camera and must put more time into learning it. You both have pointed me in the right direction.
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders November 23rd, 2011, 09:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,115
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Do you color correct in post all the time?

I have been searching and reading much about the flat drab look of the XH A1s and I agree. I have had mine for a few weeks and am very disappointed with it so far.

I am by no means a video camera...
Forum: Private Classifieds June 14th, 2011, 10:39 AM
Replies: 4,281
Views: 900,796
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Canon GL2 professional video camera plus accessories for sale...cheap!

I have an GL2 video camera which I used to shoot my documentaries Raising the Bar 2 and 3. It is used but it is in great condition and I’ve never had a problem with it.

Along with the videocamera...
Forum: Show Your Work February 13th, 2011, 08:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,728
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Thanks for the input. You are right on with your...

Thanks for the input. You are right on with your comments. My second operator was a little green. I have since pointed out to her the necessity of leaving a bit more space for the safe zone.
Forum: Show Your Work February 13th, 2011, 08:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,959
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Very solid and well done! I was captivated in the...

Very solid and well done! I was captivated in the first few moments.
Forum: Show Your Work February 13th, 2011, 08:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,728
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Holocaust denier confronts death camp survivor - video of a play

Be gentle! My first time shooting a play. This is an interesting excerpt from the DVD I made from it. My usual gig is producing training and lifestyle videos with top level bodybuilders, so this was...
Forum: Documentary Techniques June 27th, 2010, 03:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,855
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Thank you for your input! Recently I have...

Thank you for your input!

Recently I have begun to approach people in the gym who end up in my footage and asking for their permission on camera. Just about all of them happily agree, glad to be a...
Forum: Documentary Techniques June 22nd, 2010, 12:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,855
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Are you referring to the case of the zoom in on...

Are you referring to the case of the zoom in on the member or are you also including the shots of people just doing their thing in the background?
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 21st, 2010, 08:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,940
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Thank you Andrew and Sherri! I can't tell you how...

Thank you Andrew and Sherri! I can't tell you how much your kind words mean to me! I've been doing this for about 5 years and am largely self taught, although I should mention how helpful the members...
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 21st, 2010, 09:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,940
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
That is very true. At a contest a few years ago I...

That is very true. At a contest a few years ago I stumbled upon EMTs rushing a competitor out of the hotel and shot it. He later died. I was very concerned about how this footage would be perceived...
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 21st, 2010, 09:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,940
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Actually, it's not gory at all! The guy was...

Actually, it's not gory at all! The guy was leaning over a trash can. All we could see was the back of his head and people patting his neck with towels! It was really quite tame.

But your point is...
Forum: Documentary Techniques June 21st, 2010, 08:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,855
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
A specific question about model releases (or lack thereof!)

Sorry if this is a common question but my searches have turned up nothing so far. Maybe I am using the wrong keywords.

I am working on a documentary about bodybuilders. I recently shot footage in...
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 21st, 2010, 08:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,940
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Excellent response George! You have given me much...

Excellent response George! You have given me much to think about!
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 17th, 2010, 09:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,940
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
I remember GWAR! LOL! Great story! Video...

I remember GWAR! LOL!

Great story! Video paranoia is one of the biggest battles that I face from day to day. People don't even know WHY they want to ban you from shooting, they just think that...
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 17th, 2010, 09:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,940
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Good points, all! A few points I think...

Good points, all!



A few points I think I need to make...

Backstage at a bodybuilding contest is not a private area. There are videos and photos for sale purely of the backstage activities....
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 16th, 2010, 09:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,940
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
A question about video ethics

I was shooting documentary footage at a recent bodybuilding contest. As you all know, that meant that I was everywhere. Not just taping the show itself, but also the back stage preparations.

One...
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 5th, 2010, 06:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,858
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
But being a pro and having the skills that you...

But being a pro and having the skills that you do, don't you think you could make something interesting that also looks and sounds good with a Flip camera if you had to?
Forum: Open DV Discussion June 4th, 2010, 04:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,858
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Good post Chris! And very funny! I would...

Good post Chris! And very funny!

I would agree with you, except for one thing. I was one of those newbies not that long ago. I'm still no expert, making mistakes every day, but if it wasn't for...
Forum: Open DV Discussion May 29th, 2010, 09:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,858
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
Of course! How could I forget that?? Very good...

Of course! How could I forget that?? Very good points!
Forum: Open DV Discussion May 29th, 2010, 03:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,858
Posted By Michael Pulcinella
What videocamera should I buy? It doesn't matter!

Today I got a very nice email from a fan of my documentary work who wanted to try his hand at a little amateur documentary of his own. He asked me the following question...

“What video camera...
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