I'm in the city a lot so count me in next time you want to get a group together. Maybe we could all meet up at DV EXPO East?

I'll meet you guys for DV Expo East!

If you have your heart set on a Mac, then you should get the extra wide flat panel that they have. When it comes to screen space, menus will fill them up, and cover your workspace. Either that, or get a two monitor set up. Trust me on this... it makes life much better.
Keith

VideoMaker Expo
 

Sorry I can't make it to NYC for DV Expo East -- but might maybe perhaps get north for the Videomaker thing in Jersey in July...

see:
http://www.videomakerexpo.com/expoeast/expo.cfm

d.i.

Hi everyone. I hope to be able to get to both DV expo east and Video Maker.
I am a “ham” radio operator and we provide backup emergency communications for the state of VA. The reason i even mention this is that I have not been given the dates in july for the nuclear power plant emergency drill. Once i have those dates i can make firm plans

All the best and hope to see you all soon. Jim

If I got the money to travel over there, I'll be be glad to join you guys.

* * NEW TO THE SCENE * *
 

This is an absolutely excellent site!

My name is Derrick Begin, living in NYC, and currently handling all aspects of launching a feature to be shot on the XL1S. The script is currently being revised, vision clearified, characters rounded, etc. with locations on the coast of Maine and New York City.

As I am new to working behind the camera as opposed to infront, check out my website for more details (http://www.dpbegin.com). I have been learning by experimentation, reference books, websites, and doing.

The tools I use are:

CANON XL1S
SOUND - Looking a Sennheiser Directional Shotgun
ADOBE PREMIERE 6.0/Accessed AVID XPRESS DV 3.0
DELL OPTIPLEX 1.7MHz
LIGHTING - Yet to be determined

This is the beginning of the learning and work. I appreciate any comments, tips, and feedback. As I am not performing under a strick time frame, I am collecting details and pieces.

Anything, advice, or even your two bits would be greatly appreciated. Send them on over... As I move through the process I will have questions...

My background, other than the DV, is acting, moo-la coming from that source and consulting.

I look forward to talking with you.

Thanks for the support.

Cheers!

Fellow New Yorker
 

Derrick,

welcome to the board.
I myself use the XL1S in a personal manner- shooting things of interest then making them into personal movies or videos using Final Cut pro 3 and a DVD burner. My hawk video (DVD) was selected by the NYC Parks Dept. in showcasing red-tail hawks living within city parks....


If you ever need a hand or need a second camera angle from an XL- let me know- I'd love to help out in creating a movie- just for the sheer experience of it...

again, welcome.

* * THANKS * *
 

Steve,

Excellent! Touching base... I checked out your Red-Tailed Hawk DV, beautiful work. The detail is superb.

Congratulations on being selected!

I will definately be in touch regarding the feature and other productions. Ditto regarding if you need a hand with your work, I'm on.

Thanks for the warm welcome and keep me posted on your endeavors.

Cheers!

Derrick

* * COUNT ME IN * *
 

Thomas,

Better a wee bit late than never... (Just introduced myself to the community.)

I read your posting and would definately like to be included in the loop. I live in NYC, own an XL1S, and want to connect.

Lets get it done!

Keep me informed of your edeavors.

Cheers!

Derrick

well, lhorizon hit me on the email andcome on down. I have been shooting for around 4 weeks and having a ball!! and also getting work done, lol. anyone in the area who wants to help or just hang, hit me!!

Derrick, if you come downtown for DV Expo next week, drop by the Canon booth, I'd like to meet you. I think we're all planning on getting together the night of the 25th if you want to join us.

Welcome aboard Derrick! Sounds like you have some nice things
going on.

I'd love to be with you guys on the 25th.... Am afraid the distance
is just a bit too much. Oh well. Perhaps another time.

* * SOUNDS LIKE AN EXCELLENT PLAN * *
 

Chris,

Good Morning! Thanks for the welcome and invite. The 25th looks free and clear for the most part. I definately will stop by Canon Presentation/Booth.

Looking forward to meeting you!

Will see you soon.

Cheers!

Derrick

DV Networking Open House
 

Dear all,
Thank you very much for your replies.

I am very happy to inform you that the first meeting/Open House will take place in New York City on Saturday, October 5, 2002 @ 2pm.

For additional information, please see post in 'Announcements'.
Thomas B. Petersen