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Sean Seah · January 2nd, 2006, 11:48 PM

Hi guys,I selecting training material for wedding shoots N I would like to know if anyone here has comments on "MOVING CAMERA TECHNIQUES" by Picture this productions? Thanks!

Bob Costa · January 3rd, 2006, 01:39 AM

I thought it was a good DVD. But any training materials value depends on where you are starting from. There is no real rocket science in it.

Mark A. Foley · January 3rd, 2006, 05:57 AM

The DVD is first rate for anyone getting into wedding videography and excellent refresher/new training for the experienced folks. Definitely needs to be in one's toolbox....

Glen Elliott · January 3rd, 2006, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Sean Seah

Hi guys,I selecting training material for wedding shoots N I would like to know if anyone here has comments on "MOVING CAMERA TECHNIQUES" by Picture this productions? Thanks!

Sean, the Movie Camera Techniques DVD is excellent. It covers a broad range of techniques covering both smaller handheld cameras and larger shoulder mounts alike. In addition to that there is coverage on the usage of the Glidecam, and information about getting the best imagery from your cameras. It covers a broad spectrum of topics all the while taking the time to describe things in a very detailed and illustrated manner. Mark even goes over "exercises" that will help develop your moving camera techniques.

The production quality of the video is first rate- you can tell a lot of time went into producing it. I highly recommend it, as many of the techniques tought in this video are a staple in my work personally now.

Sean Seah · January 3rd, 2006, 06:23 PM

Thanks guys.Glenn,thanks to U that I'm aware of this resources. I'm pretty new n only done a few weddings for friends so far.I'm hoping to improve my techniques.The guidecam portion is sure a bonus! Thanks :)

Joe Allen Rosenberger · January 4th, 2006, 02:07 PM

I watched the moving camera techniques dvd and thought it was just, ok. I guess if you're new to shooting camera you'll learn more from it but watching movies and television are the best way to "see" shots and camera "moves" you may want to utilize. Granted, there are no instructions on how do get the shots but if you are considered a "camera operator"...chances are you can figure the moves out without much trouble.

The VonLarken's do good work though...not my personal flavor but they are talented and produce a nice product.

January 2nd, 2006, 11:48 PM	#1
Sean Seah Trustee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,498	Feedback on "MOVING CAMERA TECHNIQUES DVD" Hi guys,I selecting training material for wedding shoots N I would like to know if anyone here has comments on "MOVING CAMERA TECHNIQUES" by Picture this productions? Thanks!

January 3rd, 2006, 01:39 AM	#2
Bob Costa Major Player Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Venice, FL Posts: 850	I thought it was a good DVD. But any training materials value depends on where you are starting from. There is no real rocket science in it. __________________ You are either growing or dying.

January 3rd, 2006, 05:57 AM	#3
Mark A. Foley Major Player Join Date: May 2003 Location: Bonaire, Ga. Posts: 356	The DVD is first rate for anyone getting into wedding videography and excellent refresher/new training for the experienced folks. Definitely needs to be in one's toolbox....

January 3rd, 2006, 06:23 PM	#5
Sean Seah Trustee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,498	Thanks guys.Glenn,thanks to U that I'm aware of this resources. I'm pretty new n only done a few weddings for friends so far.I'm hoping to improve my techniques.The guidecam portion is sure a bonus! Thanks :)

January 4th, 2006, 02:07 PM	#6
Joe Allen Rosenberger Major Player Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: USA Posts: 419	I watched the moving camera techniques dvd and thought it was just, ok. I guess if you're new to shooting camera you'll learn more from it but watching movies and television are the best way to "see" shots and camera "moves" you may want to utilize. Granted, there are no instructions on how do get the shots but if you are considered a "camera operator"...chances are you can figure the moves out without much trouble. The VonLarken's do good work though...not my personal flavor but they are talented and produce a nice product.