DigitalFilm.TV Digital Convergence Podcast
By Carl Olson - Digital.Film.TV
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Podcast Description
The Digital Convergence Podcast - the show where we talk about how new cameras, gear, and software are changing the way visual artists and photographers work. Interviews, news, and how-to's are featured. Features DSLR video, photography, time-lapse photography, HDR photography, HDR video, motion graphics, audio, music, and post-production.
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Episode 60 - The Uber-megapixel Nikon D800 and Has FCP X Got Its Groove Back? | Are the new Nikon D800 and D800E - each sporting a huge 36 megapixel full-frame sensor - worthy competitors of the venerable Canon 5D Mark II? planetMitch (planet5D.com) gives us the details on these new Nikon cameras. Canon also released new product this week - the successor to the 24-70mm f2.8 L lens. The new lens is $1,000 more than the original. Is it worth it? The big news last week was Apple's 10.0.3 update to FCP X. Post-production guru Chris Fenwick (chrisfenwick.com) gives FCP X's new multicam feature a thorough work out on a new music video that was shot last week. How does the new multicam feature stack up against other NLE's? Is this finally the FCP X release everyone has been waiting for? Has FCP X finally got its groove back? Listen to the show to hear Chris' reaction to this new update. We wrap up the show with our picks and recommendations. Chris makes an incredible offer to our listeners - you will have to listen to the show to get the details! | 2/8/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 59: Is There a Canon 5D Mark III Loose In The Wilds OF Kenya? | Dave Dugdale (LearningDSLRVideo.com), planetMitch (planet5D.com), Chris Fenwick (chrisfenwick.com) and I span the four major timezones of the continental United States in Episode 59 of the Digital Convergence Podcast. planetMitch rounds up the latest Canon 5D Mark III - the fabled successor of the long-in-the-tooth Canon 5D Mark II - rumors in the wild (literally, in Kenya of all places) and weighs in with his analysis of the unidentified Canon camera photographed by Stephen Oachs. | 1/25/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 58: Should the Canon 7D be Banned From Student Film Competitions? | Episode 58: The Digital Convergence Podcast crew - Chris Fenwick,planetMitch, and Carl Olson talk with special guest Charley Voorhis of Voortex Productions. Charley is also an video production instructor for Wanatchee Valley Tech. His passion for video shines through in his videos, and that passion carries over to his students at Wanatchee Valley Tech. Last year Charley's students placed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place at the regional Skills USA film contest. The students did so well, that it prompted a controversy: should the Canon 7D camera be banned from use by students who enter the contest? Does shooting with a Canon 7D give students an unfair advantage over other students using older video equipment? Should the equipment used matter? What does this say about the art of filmmaking - is the camera or the person that makes the art? It's an interesting discussion! planetMitch brings us up to date on the latest pricing and pre-order information about the Canon C300 and the new Canon Cinema series T-stop lenses. We learn what the difference is between T stops and F stops and why it matters to high-end video production. | 1/18/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 57 - Nikon D4, Lightroom 4 Beta, Mirrorless Cameras, FCP X and More | Carl Olson (Digital Film TV), Mitch Aunger (aka planetMitch of planet5D.com) and Chris Fenwick (Slice Editorial) talk about the new Nikon D4 and dissect it's video capabilities. The subject of mirror-less cameras come up - do they mean the death of DSLR's? This is a debate that Trey Ratcliff started on his StuckInCustoms blog. We talk about the new Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 beta and it's new video editing features. We haven't talked much about the maligned FCP X so we jump back on that soap wagon. Could it be we're slowly warming up to it? The show wraps up with a new feature: tips and recommended tools. | 1/11/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 56 - Should You Buy A Canon C300? | Episode 56 - Chris Fenwick, Mitch Aunger (aka planetMitch), and Carl Olson ponder the question: should freelance videographers sell their HDSLR kits and buy a Canon C300? | 1/4/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 55 - Kris Simmons of MindYourVideoBusiness.com and 6Strong Media | Episode 55 - Kris Simmons of MindYourVideoBusiness.com and 6Strong Media | 12/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 54 - March of the Unicorns - Canon C300 and Scarlet-X | In episode 54 of the Digital Convergence podcast Chris Fenwick and Carl Olson talk about the recent announcements from Canon and RED. | 11/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 53 - Jeff Dykhouse - Pro Audio and Sound Design | Episode 53 - Featuring Jeff Dykhouse, a pro audio engineer and sound designer with over 25 years experience. | 11/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 52 - Shane Hurlbut Launches The Master Cinema Series | Shane Hurlbut talks about his new partnership with Letus Corp. to create a new line of tools to turn HDSLR cameras into a "mean movie making machine." | 11/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 51 - Good Sounds | Last Wednesday evening I attended the Atlanta Cutters meeting at Georgia Public Broadcasting in Atlanta. There I had the opportunity to meet and listen to Patrick Belden - sound designer and composer for Alton Brown'sGood Eats. Patrick did a fascinating presentation about his sound design work on Good Eats using Avid's ProTools. Patrick Belden's presentation got me thinking about recording live sound, sound design, and sound processing. What can I do to improve my videos' sound? Just how can I get that "Hollywood" sound? How should I get organized for handling audio? What workflow should I follow? I put these questions to Chris Fenwick. A lively discussion ensues about all things audio. Audio in video production is such a huge topic - covering field recording, studio recording, sound design, foley, music and scoring, microphones, monitoring equipment, mixing, audio processing and more. Obviously we only begin to scratch the surface of audio in this episode of Digital Convergence. | 10/3/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 50 - The 50th Episode of the Digital Convergence Podcast | Episode 50 of the Digital Convergence Podcast, featuring founder and host, Carl Olson, along with cohost Chris Fenwick, Mitch "planetMitch" Aunger, and Paul Antico (of NeedCreative.net). | 9/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 49 - A Faster Way To Edit with Chris Fenwick, Dave Dugdale, and Carl Olson | Episode 49 A Faster Way To Edit with Chris Fenwick, Dave Dugdale, and Carl Olson | 9/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 48 - Video In-di-gestion | Episode 48 of the Digital Convergence Podcast: Chris Fenwick puts on his Dr. Phil hat and gives me some tough love on how to improve my video ingest workflow that of late has been causing me a good deal of indigestion. It's a geeky episode for sure as we talk about hard drives, LTO tape backups, Drobo, checksums, archiving and media management. We go off on a few tangents, too. Surprised? For example, should you charge your clients for backups? | 9/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 47 - planetMitch of planet5D.com talks about Google+ and 500px | Episode 47 featuring Mitch Aunger - aka planetMitch of planet5D.com. Hosted by Carl Olson of 16x9 Cinema. | 7/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 46 - Featuring Walter Biscardi of Biscardi Creative Media and Atlanta Cutters User Group | Episode 46 - Featuring Walter Biscardi of Biscardi Creative Media and Atlanta Cutters User Group | 7/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 45 - FCP X Launch - Debacle or Path to the Future - With Philip Hodgetts, Patrick Inhofer, Chris Fenwick and Carl Olson | In episode 45 of the Digital Convergence podcast, Philip Hodgetts, Patrick Inhofer, Chris Fenwick and Carl Olson discuss last week's polarizing and controversial launch of Final Cut Pro X. Is this the biggest debacle since the MobileMe fiasco? Has Apple intentionally alienated high-end pro users? Can Apple make this right or does Apple care? What is the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of FCP X? | 6/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 44 - David duChemin of Pixelated Image | In Episode 44 of the Digital Convergence Podcast, Carl Olson and Chris Fenwick speak with photographer and author David duChemin of Pixelated Image. David is the author of Vision Mongers - Making A Life and a Living In Photography, Within the Frame: The Journey of Photographic Vision, and Vision & Voice: Refining Your Vision in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. He is also the author of a number of wonderfully beautiful and inspiring e-books available at CraftAndVision.com. David duChemin is a thoughtful ranter. He is never rude, but, rather, passionately convincing in his push to help us become better photographers and visual artists. I think you'll agree that David provides a good dose of fertilizer in the cultivation of our art - whether we are still photographers or filmmakers. | 6/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 43 - 4SP Films - Alex Beckstead and Joelle Jaffe | This episode marks the return of Carl Olson and Chris Fenwick on the Digital Convergence podcast after a nearly 6 month long hiatus. This episode features a delightful and talented filmmaking couple - Alex Beckstead and Joelle Jaffe of 4SP Films. They have produced a number of fine films including the scrumptuous Tartine Bread book trailer. | 5/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 42 - Victoria Taylor-Gore - Pastel Artist, Educator, Canon 7D Filmmaker | Episode 42 - Featuring Victoria Taylor-Gore, artist, educator, and filmmaker - with host Carl Olson (http://16x9cinema.com) and co-host Chris Fenwick (http://chrisfenwick.com). Victoria Taylor-Gore's pastels have been exhibited professionally for over 20 years with representation in premiere art galleries in Sante Fe and Taos, New Mexico. Her pastels have a luminous quality - ordinary scenes appear backlight with warm light emanating from an unseen light source. Victoria recently begin experimenting with a Canon 7D to produce short films featuring her art and antique miniatures. She has also ventured outside captuing such scenes as Cadillac Ranch along Route 66. Victoria says "the Canon 7D has changed my life - what a magical tool." Victoria continues: "Painting, filmmaking, and photography deal with the same essential design components... composition, light, color, emphasis...it's all part of visual storytelling." In this episode, Chris and I are amazed by Victoria's visual story telling and the clever, experimental approach she takes to accomplish her vision. She clearly has an eye for visual story telling. In this episode Victoria delights us with her narative as to how she "paints as a director" and how film is affecting her pastels in new and exciting ways. You will be inspired by Victoria's new found passion for filmmaking with the Canon 7D. | 11/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 41 - Owen Masterson of Anthony-Masterson Photography | Episode 41 - Featuring Owen Masterson of Anthony-Masterson Photography and producer of the movie Grow! - with host Carl Olson (http://16x9cinema.com) and co-host Chris Fenwick (http://chrisfenwick.com). Christine Anthony and Owen Masterson are the wife/husband filmmaker/ photography duo known as Anthony-Masterson. They moved to Atlanta from Los Angeles 5 years ago because they wanted to experience a different part of the country. Their first film FARM!, a 13 minute documentary about young farmers in Georgia, was shot on the Flip Ultra. In 2008 FARM! was an official selection of both the Rome International Film Festival and the Athens EcoFocus Film Festival. They have since picked up a Panasonic HPX170 P2. In this episode of Digital Convergence, Owen Masterson speaks with me about his latest movie project, the documentary: Grow!. The movie is about about young, new organic farmers in Georgia. They chose 12 farms located throughout the state. The cast includes 21 farmers, each one unique as far as education, experience, opportunity and motivation. Most of them do not own the land they are farming on. They began filming in April 2010 as the first crops were going into the ground. They will film through November as the growing season comes to a close. They will be editing over the winter and readying the film for the premier at the Georgia Organics Annual Conference in Savannah, GA in March 2011. | 11/1/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 40 - Patrick Inhofer and the Tao of Color | Episode 40 - Featuring Patrick Inhofer of Fini! Color Correction + Finishing and Tao Of Color - with host Carl Olson (http://16x9cinema.com) and co-host Chris Fenwick (http://chrisfenwick.com). In this episode we talk with colorist Patrick Inhofer of Fini! Color Correction + Finishing. Color grading and finishing are Patrick's passion. He has worked on a huge variety of projects including film, documentaries, television series, corporate videos. His work has appeared on HBO, NBC, ABC, Showtime, ESPN, Oxygen, AMC, Lifetime, TNT, TBS, and National Geographic Channel - to name just a few. With the advent of low-cost HDSLR video, many new filmmakers face a huge learning curve for not only production, but also editing and color correction, grading, and finishing. Where does a HDSLR digital filmmaker begin? What is the best way to learn colorist skills? How can the HDSLR DP shoot to get the best color results? Patrick Inhofer's Tao of Color website is an incredibly rich resource for learning the art and craft of a colorist. His course helps you hone your skills as a colorist by allowing your to look over his shoulders. Footage shot with a Canon 5D Mark II is provided so that you can practice wit the same material that Patrick uses in the course. You learn how Patrick grades and then you go and apply what you learn on the 5D footage. Listening to Patrick in this podcast, you come to realize that he is not only a superb technologist, but is also a passionate artist. | 10/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 39 - Jeff Regan of Shooting Star Video | Episode 39 - Featuring Jeff Regan of Shooting Star Video - with host Carl Olson (http://16x9cinema.com) and co-host Chris Fenwick (http://chrisfenwick.com). Jeff Regan is the founder and owner of Shooting Star Video - a provider of high quality video equipment rentals and services in the Bay Area for over 25 years. Having been intimately involved in video technology since the Reagan administration in the early 80's, Jeff adds his unique voice and perspective to the Digital Convergence podcast. We talk about the evolution of video technology, bringing the cinema aesthetic to video, traditional video camcorders vs HDSLR gear, and the vital role collaboration plays in producing creative works. Jeff talks, too, about the new Panasonic AF-100 4/3 micro camcorder and answers a number of our questions about the camera, bit rate obession, AVCHD codec vs other codecs, etc. Jeff's insight into video technology brings a reasoned voice of balance in the near religious wars of HDSLR vs. traditional video. A must-listen episode! | 10/20/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 38 - Brian Valente of Redrock Micro | Episode 38 - Featuring Brian Valente of Redrock Micro - with host Carl Olson (http://16x9cinema.com) and co-host Chris Fenwick (http://chrisfenwick.com). Brian Valente of Redrock Micro join Chris and I in this episode of the Digital Convergence Podcast. Red Rock Micro, with headquarters located near Dallas, Texas, was founded in 2004 by a group of avid digital filmmakers whose desire to produce high quality movie images without access to huge budgets led them to start Redrock Micro: a company committed to the express purpose of bringing cinema-quality accessories to market at revolutionary prices. We believe in - and - enable the privelege of personal ownership of production equipment. Today, Redrock Micro designs and sells a line of high quality cinema accessories for independent filmmakers, film educators and students, and budget-conscious moviemakers. Brian talks with us about the new microEVF viewfinder for HDSLR cameras and also brings us up-to-date on the amazing microREMOTE. Brian graciously and patiently put up with our pushing him for more future product information and product ideas we would like to see. Redrock Micro has quickly established themselves as a leading innovator of HDSLR equipment - all without breaking the bank. And exclusively on the Digital Convergence podcast, Brian valent announces the new Redrock Micro 3D rig for coupling two HDSLR cameras for filming 3D. | 10/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 37 - Tara Oldfield and Jason DeRose of Novacut | Episode 37 - Featuring Tara Oldfield and Jason DeRose of Novacut - with host Carl Olson (http://16x9cinema.com) and co-host Chris Fenwick (http://chrisfenwick.com). Chris and I begin this episode by talking about the Digital Dark Ages and huge problem of archiving and backing up video, photo, and other media files - affordably. Our banter migrates over to the controversial question "Is HDSLR video dead?" In the interview segement, I talk with Tara Oldfield and Jason DeRose of Novacut. Jason and Tara are developing a free video editor that allows artists to collaborate over the internet and harness cheap cloud computing. The Novacut editor is aimed at professional-grade TV and movie production using HDSLR cameras (like the 5D Mark II). These cameras have drastically lowered production costs, but we want to reduce costs even further... so they are taking the lean, distributed workflow perfected by the open-source community, and bringing it to video. Distributed teams are a big part of what has allowed open-source to amazingly produce better software, yet for less money and in less time. The Novacut team feels they can do the same for video. Tara and Jason want to see an explosion of financially viable independent TV shows distributed directly to fans over the Internet, funded through direct fan support, licensed under the Creative Commons. Chris and I wrap up the show with the latest on Chris' epic journey to switch from Final Cut Pro to Adobe's Premiere Pro. We talk about the Shane Hurlbut "sizzle" trailor video featuring highlights from Shane's 2010 HDSLR Bootcamp. | 9/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 35 - Tim Halperin's She Runs One-Take Music Video | So, You've got a great song. You want to make a music video. You want it to be memorable so that you stand out in the crowd. But you only have $500 cash and one day to shoot. What are you going to do? Musician Tim Halperin and filmmaker Joe Childress join me on today's episode to discuss how they pulled off a spectacular continuous one-take music video using $500, several generous and willing volunteers, a handful of donated props, and a giant parking deck, and a whole lot of ingenuity - all in one day for Tim's song She Runs. | 9/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 34 - Khalid Mohtaseb and Jonathan Bregel - Next Level Pictures | Episode 34 - Featuring Khalid Mohtaseb and Jonathan Bregel of Next Level Pictures - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with hosts Carl Olson (http://16x9cinema.com) and Chris Fenwick (http://chrisfenwick.com). In the first segment of the show, Chris Fenwick talks about his behind the scene experience with Shane Hurlbut's Hurlbut Visuals HDSLR Bootcamp. Chris gives a feel for what it was like to be in attendance. Chris talks about how the editors at the HDSLR Bootcamp used Adobe Premiere Pro instead of Apple's Final Cut Pro and why. We geek out on data management when Chris reveals he collected over 680 GB of data at the HDSLR Bootcamp. In the next segment I talk to two amazing filmmakers who are in their early twenties. Khalid Mohtaseb was born in Doha Qatar in December 1985. He spent his childhood traveling from one country to another, until his father was relocated to Wayne New Jersey in 1993. Khalid's work includes the controversial Haiti Earthquake Aftermath video - an amazingly beautiful, cinematic depiction of the sad human cost of this devasting earthquake. Khalid's talent has taken him all the way from shooting film in Coney Island to corporate interviews around the country. Jonathan Bregel was mentored at a young age by photographer/professor Juan Carlos Castro and was taught the art of lighting, and frame composition. Prior to attending college, Jonathan's photography and documentary work was displayed in museums nationwide. Years later, he graduated from Full Sail University with a BS in Filmmaking. Jonathan's work has already been displayed on many television stations including; IFC, MTV, MTV2, MTVu, Fuse, and BET. Jonathans passion for filmmaking and travel has allowed him to shoot in every state in the USA along with several places outside the USA. Khalid and Jonathan talk about a new music video they filmed with Canon 5D's and 7D's for the music group There for Tomorrow and their new single Deathbed. | 9/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 33 - Trey Ratcliff | Episode 33 - Trey Ratcliff We have a great episode lined up for you today. My co-host Chris Fenwick shares a great tip for handling B-roll in Final Cut Pro that will save you a boatload of time. He has a great screencast showing step-by-step this technique: How To Edit B-Roll Faster. Chris and I also talk about a great little stopmotion video that the children of Chris' friend Jeff Dykhouse put together using iStopMotion, a huge Lego collection, and a firewire controlled camcorder over the course of two months. An amazing accomplishment in an attention-deficit world (video embedded at the end of this post). Today's episode features an interesting interview with Trey Ratcliff. Trey Ratcliff does not need any introduction to visual artists - he is the Jedi Master of HDR photography and the prolific blogger and curator of his website Stuck In Customs. In today's episode, Trey and I talk about a wide range of topics. For filmmakers, Trey discusses his interest in how the human brain responds to high speed video. He has conducted a number of interesting experiments using low cost point-and-shoot cameras that can record video at high frame rates. We delve briefly into the topic of HDR photography and then discuss a number of topics on the "edge" of visual arts. Trey manages to fool me into thinking he has taken up oil painting. Find out how he accomplished that! We move on to the topic of "the decade of the artist" - how business models have changed for visual artists in the 21st century. Trey candidly talks about his business model and why he chose to go the route he did. We share our common interest of the amazing music of Patrick O'Hearn. Trey Ratcliff's insight into visual arts is captivating. We only scratched the surface in this episode. No doubt we can expect more exciting developments from Trey as he continues to push the edge of visual arts. | 8/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 36 - Michael Safai and Alaric Cole of Soviet Montage Productions | Episode 36 - Featuring MIchael Safai and Alaric Cole of Soviet Montage Productions - with host Carl Olson (http://16x9cinema.com) and co-host Chris Fenwick (http://chrisfenwick.com). Carl and Chris talk with Michael and Aleric about their recently released amazing HDR film clip they produced using two Canon EOS 5D Mark II cameras and some proprietary post-production magic. The one minute 37 second film gives us a remarkable glimpse of the future of filmmaking. We talk about the state of the art of HDR technology and the aesthetic of HDR filmmaking. | 8/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 32 - Ted Schilowitz of RED Digital Cinema | Episode 32 - In this episode Chris Fenwick and I talk with employee #1 of RED Digital Cinema: Ted Schilowitz. Ted talks with us about the Scarlet and EPIC cameras from RED. What is variable HDR - an intriguing feature recently announced for EPIC - promising over 13 stops dynamic range? Will variable HDR be available for Scarlet? When will Scarlet ship? What is RED's position on the HDSLR video revolution? Where can HDSLR photographers learn more about shooting with RED? Why should cinematographers care about 4K? How does Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premeire Pro CS5 workflow compare for RED footage? Chris and I also share listener questions with Ted. A great episode! Ted was a fine guest and we are going to be inviting him back soon to dig into more details about EPIC and Scarlet. Just not enough time in one episode to talk about all the great things the RED team is doing. This episode of the Digital Convergence podcast is also the first episode where I have the privilege of working with a co-host. Chris Fenwick is a post-production expert and accomplished filmmaker and photographer. With several years of experience in the industry, his opinions and insights are a welcome addition to this and future episodes of this podcast. | 8/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 31 - Red Giant Software, Letus Direct, and Robert Benson | Episode 31 - Featuring Red Giant Software, Letus Direct and Robert Benson - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. You can find us on the web at 16x9cinema.com and on Twitter as 16x9cinema. The Digital Convergence podcast is designed for visual artists, photographers, and cinematographers embracing new technology and techniques in practicing their craft. In this episode's first segment I talk with Sean Safreed - the co-founder of Red Giant Software. He talks about Red Giant's new plugin Colorista II as well as exciting new things coming from the genius developers of Red Giant Software. In the second segment of the show, I talk with Aaron Pinto - CEO of Letus Direct - a primary marketer and distributor of Letus products. Letus made a name for itself with it's line of 35mm adapters that allowed videographers to achieve shallow DOF and a filmic look with video cameras ranging from the consumer grade HV20 to the high end including the Sony EX1 and EX3. Aaron talks about a new line of products developed by Letus for the DSLR filmmaker. In the last segment of the show, I talk with Robert Benson from San Diego, California. He is an accomplished commercial, advertising, and editorial photographer who has recently embraced filmmaking with a Canon 5D Mark II and motion graphics. Robert talks about a new wireless monitor he has created for the Canon 5D Mark II. | 8/8/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 30 - Shane Hurlbut and the Hurlbut Visuals 2010 HDSLR Bootcamp | Episode 30 - Shane Hurlbut of Hurlbut Visuals - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Shane Hurlbut of Hurlbut Visuals Shane Hurlbut of Hurlbut Visuals is the general of the video DSLR revolution. He and his Elite Team sargents are conducting the HDSLR Bootcamp at Alternative Rentals Digital Cinema in Los Angeles, California, on August 28-29, 2010. Designed for video DSLR filmmakers, the course is two days of personally tailored intensive training on film production using Canon DSLRs. You will hit the ground running with hands experience with a wide range of gear. You will work with actors. You will see your epic production projected on the big screen. Shane and his Elite Team compress over 17 months of experience using Canon DSLRs for feature film production into this intense 2-day course. 16x9 Cinema Digital Convergence listeners may register for this epic event and receive a 40% discount off - a savings of $1300. Use the code 16x9cinema when you register. Even if you are unable to attend this course, there's a lot of information in this episode that you will find interesting and informative. | 7/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 29 - Garrett O'Brien - Go Visuals - Freelance Cinematographer | Episode 29 - Garrett O'Brien - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Garrett O'Brien - Go Visuals Freelance Cinematographer In this episode, I talk with Washington DC-based freelance filmmaker and director of photography, Garett O'Brien. Garrett talks about his experience using the Canon DSLRs and his work as an intern with Philip Bloom on LucasFilms' feature film Red Tails. Garrett shares his thoughts on film school and education, and shares LucasFilm's Rick McCallum's helpful advice to advance Garrett's filmmaking career. Garrett is an experienced Canon 7D cinematographer and is quick to share his knowledge and experience on this episode of the Digital Convergence podcast. His blog is also a great source of information on shooting video with a DSLR. A fun and inspiring conversation with one of the up and coming filmmakers of the 21st century. | 7/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 28 - Chris Fenwick - Video Editor and Post-Production Expert | Episode 28 - Chris Fenwick - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Chris Fenwick - Video Editor and Post-Production Expert What does convergence, video conversion, color correction, grading, and Route 66 have in common? Chris Fenwick - editor, colorist, videographer, photographer, and traveler of off the beaten path. In our conversation, Chris shares his thoughts on ProRes versus DVCPRO-HD and why he prefers using DVCPROD-HD. Chris gives his take on color correction and color grading. What is the difference between an effect and a technique? Are you a credit-card DP? Chris makes us skirm a bit - but for a good cause. Chris is very generous with shooting and post-production tips for DSLR shooters in this episode. We wrap up with discussion of his recent 4,000+ mile journey east to west along the old U.S. Route 66. Chris Fenwick is one of those guys you need to follow. His insight and experience in post-production will accelerate your learning curve. His website is chocked full of informative, clear, easy to follow video tutorials and blog posts. | 7/20/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 27 - The iPhone 4 Music Videos - With Kyle Roberts and Marty Martin | Episode 27 - iPhone 4 Music Videos - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Sponsored by Kessler Crane. Featuring: iPhone 4 Music Video filmakers Kyle Roberts (Dr. Pants' Sarsaparilla Girl) and Marty Martin (Steve Failows' FLAKJAKT Cascade). Kyle Roberts, whose day job is working with pro broadcast video, talks to us about how he stood in line for the iPhone 4 as soon as it was available and decided to attempt to make on of the first music videos made on an iPhone 4. He connected with Dr. Pants and filmed the video for their song - Sarsaparilla Girl - at Pops (one of the largest root beer stores in the USA) along Route 66. Kyle's video received mentions on NPR and in USA Today. Kyle talks about his stop-motion filmaking with a Canon 7D camera and Dragon Stop-Motion software. Marty Martin, who is an independent filmaker, photographer, and visual effects artist, also attempted to be one of the first to produce an iPhone 4 music video. He teamed up with songwriter and musician Steve Failows of FLAKJAKT. Steve wrote the song Cascades specifically for Marty's iPhone 4 music video. Filmed in a number of locations, Marty talks about the challenges he faced in working with the limitations of the iPhone 4. An interesting side-point: both interviews were conducted on the very iPhone 4s used to create the music videos :) | 7/15/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 26 - Majek Pictures Apple of My Eye - an iPhone 4 Movie | Episode 26 - A Majek Picture: Apple of My Eye - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: A Majek Picture: Apple of My Eye - an iPhone 4 Film In this episode I talk with the crew of Majek Pictures who produced the amazing iPhone 4 movie "Apple of My Eye." This movie has already amassed over 600K views on Vimeo. The film was produced and edited entirely on the iPhone. I talk with Michael Koerbel (Director, co-writer), Anna Elizabeth James (co-writer and editor), Eric Edmonds (co-producer), Rebekah Koerbel (co-producer), and Corey Wallace (soundtrack composer and conductor). While producing this movie on an iPhone 4 is indeed cool, the bottom line is it's the story and the production values that really make this movie shine. It was a joy talking with this talented group of artists. | 7/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 25 - Catching Up with Rick Sammon - Canon Explorer of Light Photographer and Instructor | Episode 25 - Rick Sammon - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Rick Sammon This is a quick little bonus episode of the Digital Convergence podcast. Back in March of this year, I featured Rick Sammon - Canon Explorer of Light Photographer and instructor on the podcast. A couple of weeks ago or so Rick and I decided to catch up. So this time we talk about his recent trip to China, Photoshop CS5, Lightroom 3, HDR photography, recent workshop to the American Southwest, and upcoming workshops - including a workshop in the Little Five Points area of Atlanta. We talk about video and Rick gets to see the Cinevate Atlas 30 LTS slider system. As always, Rick is a delight to converse with - always willing to share. | 7/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 24 - Steve Weiss - Filmmaker, Fine Art Photographer and Co-founder of Zacuto | Episode 24 - Steve Weiss, co-founder of Zacuto - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Steve Weiss - co-founder of Zacuto Steve Weiss, co-founder of Zacuto, joins this edition of the Digital Convergence podcast with his thoughts on DSLR video and independent filmmaking and the need to focus on quality rather than gear. He talks about the genesis of the popular FilmFellas and Critics webisodes that have become the go-to source for film production conversation - bringing in over a million of views hosted on Zacuto's website. Steve shares a few of his ideas on monetization of web content and the future of the content production business. | 6/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 23 - Nino Leitner and Sebastian Wiegaertner - On Lucasfilm Set for Movie Red Tails with Philip Bloom | Episode 23 - Nino Leitner and Sebastian Wiegaertner - The Philip Bloom Interns - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Nino Leitner is a filmmaker, DP and film producer based in Vienna, Austria. Nino focuses mainly on commercial work as well as documentaries. Sebastian Wiegärtner is an experienced graphic designer who recently started filmmaking with a Canon 7D. Both Sebastian and Nino recently worked together as interns in Prague with Philip Bloom on the George Lucas film Red Tails. A few days ago, I had an amazingly delightful conversation with these two brilliant filmmakers in Europe. I did my best to pry secrets out of them about working with Philip on the Red Tail feature film production by George Lucas. However, my cunning was no match for the steely resolve of Nino and Sebastian. They didn't budge. Next time I'll make sure there's a round of beer available. Nonetheless Nino and Sebastian talk extensively about using the Canon T2i and 7D for their video work. | 6/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 22 - DJ Vegh - Founder of PhotoShipOne and AZ Chopper Cam | Episode 22 with guest DJ Vegh - of PhotoShipOne and AZ Choper Cam - on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: DJ Vegh - Founder of PhotoShipOne and AZ Chopper Cam.What if you could mount a Canon 5D Mark II, 7D or T2i on an aerial platform to shoot unique above ground POV shots? You can! DJ Vegh has mastered the use of radio controlled electric-powered helicopters as an aerial platform for the photography and video. If take a look at some of DJ demo videos on Vimeo and his websites, you will be amazed by what can be accomplished with these aerial platforms. DJ is an accomplished photographer, videographer and post-production editor. He also holds a fixed-wing pilot license. With over ten years of experience in aerial video and still photography, it was only natural that he would make good use of his practical mechanical design and aviation experience to concoct an amazing platform for shooting HD and HD DSLR video. Dj was recently invited to use his aerial platform to shoot aerial scenes for Discovery channel's popular TV show Mythbusters. DJ talks about how he developed the PhotoShipOne system. What does it take to learn how to fly these RC copters? How long does it take to learn? How do you setup the camera for taking video? What lens is best? How do you achieve smooth fluid motion? How do you line and monitor the shot in-flight? How do you determine proper exposure? Who are using these platforms today? DJ talks about future plans for new "ships" that are much easier to fly, and the development of an iPad app to help a camera operator control the camera while it is in flight. This episode will appeal to the uber-geek in any video DSLR shooter. | 6/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 21 - Frederick van Johnson - Photographer and Host of This Week in Photography | Episode 21 with guest Federick van Johnson on the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Frederick van Johnson - Photographer, Host of This Week in Photography (TWiP) Frederick van Johnson, an accomplished photographer, marketing expert, and host of the popular This Week in Photography (TWiP) podcast graciously sits down (via Skype) and talks with me in this episode of the Digital Convergence podcast. Frederick and I discuss the challenges today's photographers have in marketing their work and services. To help photographers market their services, Frederick is launching a new company: MediaBytes.com. Other topics include things to consider before taking on a career in photography. Are your skills ready? And what about taking on video? Do you want to end up being a multimedia-ographer creating multimedia-ocrity? Or do you want to produce competent work? How? What do you need to master? Frederick also discusses the need to evolve to take advantage of new opportunities. For the first time, Federick reveals that big changes are coming to an already outstanding podcast - This Week in Photography. Find out what he, Alex Lindsey and crew have in store for TWiP. | 6/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 20 - Philip Hodgetts of Big Brains for Rent and Intelligent Assistance | Episode #20 of the Digital Convergence podcast features Philip Hodgetts of Big Brains for Rent and Intelligent Assistance. Philip Hodgetts indeed has a big brain that everyone in the film, video, and content production industry needs to give ear to. He started one of the earliest podcasts for the industry which has evolved to become Creative Planet's Digital Production Buzz - now hosted by Larry Jordan. As technologist, editor, industry pundit, podcasting veteran and specialist in new distribution systems, Philip Hodgetts has 25 years experience in production and post, more than 10 of them in the digital realm. He is a recognized authority on the changing nature of the digital landscape and has an enviable record of accurately predicting the implication of changing technology over the last decade. In this episode of the Digital Convergence podcast, Philip shares how he wants to over-turn the television industry. He also weighs in on the lingering H.264 licensing controversy. We talk about the ever evolving business models in content production. There's quite a bit of technology here in this episode as well as a good mix of business. | 6/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 19 - Rodney Charters, ASC - Cinematographer, DP for FOX series 24 | Episode 19 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Guest: Rodney Charters, ASC - Cinematographer, DP for FOX series 24 Rodney Charters, ASC, is a familiar name to DSLR video shooters. Rodney brings a reasoned approach to the new technology - embracing the potential and acknowledging the weaknesses. Rodney Charters is the DP behind the popular Award winning Fox series "24" starring Kiefer Sutherland. About 6 years ago Rodney was invited by to become an member of the American Society of Cinematographers. Being able to add those prestigious 3 letters "ASC" to your name is quite an honor - and it was one that is well-deserved by Rodney who is indeed a master artist and craftsman with film and sensors. In this episode of the Digital Convergence podcast, Rodney opens up with his insider take on film education, 3D technology, DSLR video, and the business of the film industry and episodic television. His candid and passionate remarks provide an insight into the industry that few of us could obtain elsewhere. I'm grateful to Rodney for taking a few minutes to share his insight, knowlegde and experience with us. | 6/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 18 - Philip Bloom - Director of Photography, Cinematographer, DSLR Video Pioneer | Episode 18 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Philip Bloom, Director of Photography, Cinematographer, Director, Editor, DSLR Video Pioneer No other name is more synonymous with DSLR video than Philip Bloom - a London, UK-based director of photography, cinematographer, director and editor with over 20 years of experience. He embraced and popularized the use of 35mm adapters to achieve a filmic look with video. On the heels of that innovation, came the new video capable DSLR. Philip received his first Canon 5D Mark II in May of 2009. After spending several weeks learning how to use the 5D Mark II, he began shooting almost exclusively DSLR video for both commercial and personal projects. He chronicled in great detail his experiences with DSLR video on his website and blog www.philipbloom.net. On June 1, 2010, after just a little under 3 years of existence, his website surpassed 10 million views - a testament to the value of the information Philip shares so willingly to other aspiring DSLR cinematographers. In this interview, Philip and I go on a Mr. Toad's Wild Ride of a conversation covering a broad range of topics that you will find entertaining, informative, and inspiring. Philip's tireless passion for the art of cinematography and photography comes shining through. We talk travel, business, filmaking, toy camera photography, lighting and camera support systems, timelapse, DSLR meet-ups and workshops, and his plans for the future. This is Philip Bloom like you have never heard him before. | 6/1/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 17 - Israel Hyman - Founder of Izzy Video, Videographer, Content Producer | Episode 17 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Israel Hyman - Izzy Video This episode features Israel "Izzy" Hyman - the creator and producer of the video how-to podcast IzzyVideo.com. This is how Izzy describes himself: "I am obsessed with video. To me, it’s an incredible art form. It has the visuals of photography, but when you add audio and physical movement, it takes the art form to a whole new level. While video seems complex at first, it isn’t. I have devoted the last several years to showing others how easy video is. It’s not the ‘black art’ that people sometimes pretend it is. Developing skills with video is as easy as learning the principles and then practicing them." Izzy's obsession with video comes through loud and clear in our conversation. It's clear that Izzy loves to teach and share what he has learned. We discuss gear a bit, including the Canon 5D Mark II that he recently started using. But then we dive into the gnarly issue of making money with video. Video producers and filmmakers often struggle doing client work - going from one gig to searching for the next. Izzy's approach to the business is different - and he's very open to sharing the "secrets" of his success being a content producer - and he does so in this episode of the 16x9 Cinema Digital Convergence podcast. A must-listen if you are this business to make money. | 5/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 16 - Shane Hurlbut, ASC - Cinematographer and Canon 5D Mark II Video Pioneer | Episode 16 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Featuring: Shane Hurlbut, ASC In a recent conversation with Gale Tattersall, DP for Fox's House MD, Gale mentioned Shane Hurlbut - along with Rodney Charters and Philip Bloom - as one of the pioneers of using the Canon 5D Mark II in cinema. That's quite an honor to be recognized as a member of the triumvirate of video DSLR pioneers. In recognition of Shane's pioneering work with the Canon 5D Mark II, Canon inducted Shane as one of the first cinematographers into their Explorers of Light program. Shane's long list of accomplishments include working with director Rob Cohen on the feature films The Guardian, The Rat Pack and The Skulls. A partial list of other feature films that credit Shane as the cinematographer or director of photography include Into the Blue, Drumline, Swing Vote, The Greatest Game Ever Played, and Terminator Salvation. He has also worked on several commercial shoots and is an accomplished still photographer. In this episode of the 16x9 Cinema Digital Convergence podcast, Shane Hurlbut shares his passion for using DSLR video. He describes the Canon 5D Mark II as a game changer - one that's beat him up and heavily bruised him - but nonetheless he has successfully tamed the beast and embraced it as a serious tool for the cinematographer in feature films, short films, and commercial work. There are many self-appointed pontificators who arrogantly proclaim that the Canon 5D Mark II is not suitable for serious filmmaking. Shane proves them wrong by doing just that - using the 5D Mark II for serious filmmaking. Shane talks about how he uses the Canon 5D Mark II on feature films and commercials. He talks about his short film, "The Last 3 Minutes" and tells us why and how he did it. Shane candidly talks about his initial failures with DSLR video and the lessons he learned. He does not hold back from sharing what he has learned. His willingness to share is evident by his blog: Hurlblog - an incredible resource for all filmmakers - whether you use DSLR video or not. It was a pleasure talking with Shane. His enthusiasm for filmmaking and using the Canon 5D Mark II will motivate you to get out and shoot your next indie film! | 5/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 15 - Gale Tattersall - Cinematographer, Director of Photography for FOX's House MD | Episode 15 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Gale Tattersall is an accomplished cinematographer and photographer who has worked in commercial, feature film, and episodic television. Gale is the Director of Photography for FOX Network's House MD - a show where he brings a distinctive, cinematic look. In the last few weeks, the Twitter-verse, video and photography discussion forums and blogs have been abuzz about the use of video DSLR cameras for filming the season finale of the Emmy award winning show House MD. Gale discusses the reasons why they chose to use video DSLR's to shoot the season finale and his experience and impression of using these cameras. Also, in this episode, Gale talks about the challenges of filming episodic television - sticking to traditional shooting schedule while more producers are seeking a cinematic style of filming. He talks about how the show House MD is shot normally with 35mm Arriflex cameras - but uses other technology when the job calls for it. Gale is a true artist and craftsman - clearly evident in his highly engaging conversation with me. Gale is dedicated to producing the highest quality visual art using the right tools for the given situation he must shoot in. He talks about how video DSLR cameras give him an opportunity to tell a story and show a point of view that would not otherwise have been possible. Gale talks about how video DSLR cameras have democratized cinematic filmaking - making it possible for many on limited budgets to realize their dreams to create a cinematic film - assuming they have the skill to tell a good story! Talking to Gale was an incredible experience for me. A very modest and gracious man, I deeply appreciate his participation in this podcast. | 4/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 14 - Art Howard - Emmy Award Winning Photographer and Videographer | Episode 14 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Art Howard identifies himself as a photographer. But he is much more than that. Art is an award winning cinematographer. Art shares a number of tips for photographers using the Canon 5D Mark II for video. According to his bio on DPExperience.com: "For 30 years, two time Emmy award winning photographer and producer Art Howard has helped viewers experience life through images from both poles, 49 states and 30 countries. His shooting experience started with 16 mm film cameras through 3/4 U-matic and up through HDCAM and DSLR. Art is firm believer in the combined power of sight and sound and shoots with both strong images and equally strong sound in mind. Taking the viewer to places like the Gulf war in Kuwait, -30 degree conditions in the Arctic, or the ocean floor 3000 feet below the surface he pushes constantly for new ways to tell the story. In 2000, Art broke new ground in the area od television technology by lensing the first ever High Definition program in the country for use in a public science museum. The program, seen at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and broadcast on WRAL-TV and HDNet, was recognized by the National Association of Television Program Executives for excellent in High Definition Television Production. It was the first time a “high def” program won the organization’s prestigious IRIS award. Art has won more than 50 nationally recognized awards, including two Emmy awards, 5 Telly awards, a Robert Kennedy Journalism award, and a National Press Photographers Association award. Art’s work has been featured on CBS, ABC, NBC, The Travel Channel, Discovery, National Geographic, and The Smithsonian and other museums throughout the country. He is a 20 year member of the National Press Photographers Association." | 4/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 13 - Kevin Shahinian - Pacific Pictures Founder and Filmmaker | Episode 13 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Within every Hollywood film is a love story. Our guest for this episode of the Digital Convergence podcast is a filmmaker who has pioneered the development of the wedding concept film: Kevin Shahinian of Pacific Pictures. Kevin has a talent for making a documented event look as if it had been scripted, staged, and produced by a Hollywood movie studio. Viewing Kevin's work on the Pacific Pictures Vimeo channel, you can readily see that Kevin is a master of producing concept films in a number of different genres. His productions range from Bollywood comedy / musicals to intense thrillers (with a happy ending of course!). Recently, Kevin undertook the ambitious challenge of merging a wedding concept film with documenting the actual wedding event. Teaming up with an amazing and talented film crew - including Patrick Moreau (Stillmotion), Joe Simon (Joe Simon Wedding Films and featured in Episode 4 of the Digital Convergence podcast), and Casey Warren (MIND|Castle Studios) - Kevin set off to Udaipur, India, to the breathtaking region of Rajasthan. This area is also known as the "City of Lakes." Entirely shot using video DSLR's (Canon 5D Mark II, Canon 7D), "City of Lakes" was filmed entirely on location during the 3 day long wedding event. In this episode Kevin talks with me about the challenges of producing "City of Lakes. Were the results worth it? "City of Lakes" premiered for the first time at NAB 2010 in Las Vegas. Kevin talks about the positive reaction to the film. He talks about those who were present for the premiere and their reaction to his work. Kevin talks about why he chose to use video DSLRs to shoot this film and the challenges inherent to the format. "City of Lakes" will be released in full on Pacific Pictures' website on Friday, April 23. Kevin was in the process of encoding and uploading "City of Lakes" as we spoke for a few minutes about him and his work. It was indeed a treat talking with Kevin. No doubt we'll be seeing more from this talented story teller and cinematographer! | 4/22/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 12 - Juan Pons - Wildlife and Nature Photographer and Filmmaker | Episode 12 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Juan Pons joins the Digital Convergence podcast in episode number 12. According to his bio: "Juan is a wildlife photographer who lives in North Carolina. Juan lives and breathes photography and travels around the country making images, teaching and leading photo workshops. Juan's favorite destination is Yellowstone in winter." He co-hosts the Digital Photo Experience podcast with Rick Sammon. Juan and I talk about the rapid pace of change in photography and video, resistance to change versus embracing change. Juan discusses new skills that still photographers need to learn and master in order to shoot DSLR video. Juan talks about his interest in time-lapse photography, too. Juans enthusiasm and passion for photography and video will have you wanting to get your camera outside and enjoy your art! | 4/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 11 - Jay Burlage - HDR Filmmaker | Episode 11 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Jay Burlage is an architect turned HDR and time-lapse filmmaker and innovator. Jay discusses adapting a Meade telescope mount into a GigaPan-clone nicked-named the "MiLapse" for automating panning while shooting time-lapse. He discusses his involvement with Timescapes.org and Openmoco.org. Our discussion gets really geeky with Jay discussing time-based tone mapping for HDR video and developments in the openmoco project. Amazing stuff! Jay also talks about a special PBS project where he is a principle time-lapse photographer. From time to time, Jay's cat makes an occasional appearance. Caution: time-lapse may be habit forming. 16x9 Cinema is not responsible for any problems resulting from time-lapse addiction. Our longest episode yet at over 1 hour, 18 minutes. Well worth the listen! | 4/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 10 - Rick Sammon - Photographer, Trainer, Author, Blogger, Podcaster | Episode 10 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Rick Sammon - dubbed by HDR photographer Trey Ratcliff as "one of the godfathers of the photographic industry" - joins the Digital Convergence podcast to talk about his latest projects. He talks about taking the plunge into video using his Canon 5D Mark II and 7D on an upcoming trip to China. Rick discusses some of the challenges that still photographers must adapt to as they transition to video - including camera stabilization and getting good sound. Rick talks about his new iPhone 24/7 Photo Buffet and future plans to support the iPad. We talk HDR basics - including shooting tips and post-production tips using Photomatix and Topaz Adjust. Rick talks about his passion for photographing people. He shares many of his memorable one-liners and tips. Talking with Rick was inspiring and fun. | 3/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 9 - Dennis Wood - Cinevate | Episode 9 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The guest for this episode is Dennis Wood, founder and CEO of Cinevate. Dennis talks about how a need to fulfill an artistic vision - the filmic look - for his personal video projects led to the development of the Brevis35 DOF adapter. From that humble beginning, Cinevate has grown in a few short years into a leading designer and manufacturer of great filmmaking gear designed to help cinematographers achieve their unique vision. Cinevate designs and manufactures a brevy of products engineered with latest in material and fabrication technology - including the Atlas series of linear tracking systems, dollies, follow focus systems, DSLR rigs, grip parts, and rail systems. Dennis takes time to talk about Cinevate's new DSLR viewfinder - the Cyclops. Also, he shares tantilizing bits of information about exciting future products. Unfortunately, I was unable to ply his lips open with more details. The Jack Daniels I sent to him did not arrive in time for the recording session, otherwise I think I could have gotten the goods from Dennis :) Seriously, Dennis was a joy to listen to and talk with. He is really passionate about creating tools for filmmakers. | 3/24/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 8 - Eric Kessler - Kessler Crane | Episode 8 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The guest for this episode is Eric Kessler, founder and CEO of Kessler Crane. Eric talks about how and why he founded Kessler Crane - manufacturer of jibs, dollies, sliders, and cranes for videographers and filmmakers. He relates how hyrid DSLR cameras have made a huge impact on Kessler Crane's product lineup and development. He shares exciting details of their new Oracle electronic motor control system married with the CineSlider. At the time of recording this podcast (February 25, 2010), Philip Bloom was beta testing Kessler Crane's Oracle system and the CineSlider. We take a few moments to speculate on the future of controllers, time-lapse photography and motion control. This episode is a long one - almost 50 minutes in length! But the time flies by as Eric enthuses on everything motion control and hybrid DSLRs. | 3/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 7 - Ron Dawson of Dare Dreamer Media - Author and Filmmaker | Episode 7 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The guest for this week's episode is Ron Dawson of Dare Dreamer Media. Ron is a filmmaker, author, blogger, business coach, social media marketing expert, and podcaster. He appeared in Cast 5 "The Epic Wedding" of Zacuto's FilmFellas video series. Ron, and his wife Tasra, are authors of the book "Refocus: Cutting-Edge Strategies to Evolve Your Film Business." Ron hosts the FStop Beyond and Crossing the 180 podcasts. In this episode, Ron was very gracious in taking a few minutes to talk with me. He talks about his love for filmmaking and photography for a good cause. He talks about how the Canon 5D Mark II has rekindled his love for filmmaking and was used in his recent work for a Pictage video series. Ron talks enthusiastically about his wife Tasra's Teen Identity project. Ron - who is very prolific in his work - opens up and candidly discusses balancing family and work. It was an amazing conversation and I'm grateful to Ron for taking time out from his busy schedule to talk with me. I hope you will find his conversation as inspiring as I did. | 3/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 6 - Richard Harrington and Robbie Carman - From Still to Motion | Episode 6 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Richard Harrington and Robbie Carman, are two of four of the co-authors of the new book from Peachpit: From Still to Motion. According to Peachpit: "With the addition of high definition video capabilities to the latest batch of DSLR cameras, photographers have a convenient and familiar tool to fully embrace the new world of video. But video is very different than photography, with new challenges and technology to master. Here to guide them on all aspects of video—from preproduction to post—are four veterans of film, video, and photography. Not only do the authors create video projects seen around the world, they speak the language of photography fluently and will ease the reader’s transition from still to motion. Within the book, readers will learn how to plan their shoots, what gear they'll need, how to properly light for motion, how to achieve professional-level audio, the specifics on color-correction and editing footage, various options for output, and artistic techniques such as stop-motion and time-lapse photography." In this episode, Rich Harrington and Robbie Carman talk about what to expect from their new book. Taking a platform agnostic approach and covering a wide range of budgets, they discuss a broad range of topics including unexpected lessons learned, do-it-yourself lighting, camera support and motion, post-production and color grading, sound, stop-motion and time-lapse and a wealth of other topics. I hated to cut short this conversation - it's our longest episode yet. But it's well worth hearing. | 3/4/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 5 - Michael James - Digital Coast Image - HDRI Photographer and Filmmaker | Episode 5 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Michael James is a very talented visual artist and photographer who has pioneered the use of HDRI (High Dynamic Range Imaging) to create stunning architectural and real estate photography for his clients. Michael talks about how he developed his unique workflow in producing HDR images at a time when there was very little information available about the process. He talks about his fascinating work with time-lapse HDR video. He shares a wealth of tips and ideas photographers and filmmakers will be salivating to use. He shares his thoughts on the future of HDR filmmaking and our conversation wanders over to the potential of the Red Scarlet and Epic for HDR video. Michael works with a wide range of equipment (Sigma, Nikon, Canon) and software. I really enjoyed talking to Michael. He truly is the Hitchhiker's Guide to HDRI. | 2/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 4 - Joe Simon - Visual Artist and Filmmaker | Episode 4 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Joe Simon, of Joe Simon Films and Joe Simon Wedding Films, has been a successful filmmaker for over a decade. His wedding film productions look like Hollywood feature films. Joe graciously took a few minutes from his busy schedule to talk with me about his work. He talks about how the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and 7D have affected his filmmaking. He discusses hardware, workflow, and the art of story telling. Joe is an amazing filmmaker. This episode was a real treat to produce. Joe is one to watch and follow as hybrid DSLR filmmaking continues to evolve. | 2/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 58 | CleanVideoVIdeo Edition - Episode 1 - The Hot Pixel | The first video edition of the 16x9 Cinema Digital Convergence Podcast has arrived: Episode 1: The Hot Pixel. I've been wanting to do this for a long time. Balancing work and a labor of love is difficult. Naturally and perversely, paying jobs always come first - imagine that! I'm still struggling to find the right balance of time and quality. Both the video and audio editions of The Digital Convergence podcast are truly a labor of love. And like many others, I prefer to be on the other side of the camera rather than face the lens. Oh, well, here is how Johnny Depp looks with no make-up :) In this episode I cover a production problem that affects several Canon EOS 5D Mark II users: hot, dead, or stuck pixels in video. I recently encountered this problem and was in near panic as I thought 1) my camera is broke, and 2) my footage was lost! As you will see in this video podcast, though, there is a simple and inexpensive solution to the problem. Please visit Christoph Vonrhein's - founder and president of CHV-Electronics - website http://chv-plugins.com. Christoph is a talented Final Cut Pro developer. He has created a diverse collection of FCP plugins. The Dead-Pixel FX-script plugin contained in the CHV Repair-Collection was the one that saved the day for me. | 2/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 3 - Trammell Hudson and Magic Lantern Firmware for the Canon EOS 5D Mark II | Episode 3 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and videographer based in the Atlanta, Georgia, USA, area. In episode 3, I talk with Trammell Hudson, creator of the Magic Lantern firmware update for the Canon 5D Mark II. Magic Lantern addresses some serious firmware limitations and turns your 5D Mark II into a 5D Mark "Free." Trammell talks about the features of Magic Lantern, exciting developments he currently working on for the next firmware update, and his thoughts on the art and craft of fimmaking. Trammell is a rare genius whose software prowess has helped users of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II push the camera into a more manageable video tool. But wait! There's more! Magic Lantern is not only for videographers, but has features that benefit still photographers. Trammell discusses those features, too. | 2/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 2 - Bruce Sharpe, Singular Software, author of PluralEyes - February 3, 2010 | Episode 2 of the Digital Convergence Podcast by 16x9 Cinema with host Carl Olson - a visual artist, photographer, and videographer based in the Atlanta, Georgia, USA, area. In episode 2, I talk to Bruce Sharpe, founder and CEO of Singular Software - the source of the amazing application PluralEyes. PluralEyes saves hours in post-production for multi-camera edits, dual-system audio or multi-take workflows such as music videos. It automatically synchronizes all your audio and video clips without the need for timecode, clappers or any special preparation. In this episode, Bruce talks about the origin of PluralEyes, offers some helpful tips for hybrid DSLR videographers, and reveals exciting news on how you can be the next James Cameron with a pair of hybrid DSLR cameras. | 2/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CleanEpisode 1 - Premiere of Digital Convergence Podcast - January 18, 2010 | This is the premiere episode of 16x9 Cinema's Digital Convergence podcast. In this episode I talk with the founder and chief blogger of Planet5D.com - Mitch Aunger. Planet5D.com has amazing stats - over 1.4 million page views. It is clearly a first stopping point for many photographers looking to make the jump to video with the new Canon hybrid DSLR's like the Canon 5D Mark II and 7D. Mitch graciously talks with me about the how the website came about, his plans for the future, and his thoughts on the convergence of still photography and video. | 1/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 61 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
Photographer 5D mark ii owner and Podcaster!!!
Just found this podcast through Planet 5D. I recently had stopped shooting for medical reasons but I'm looking to get back in the game and do more shooting and filming! This podcast is just what the doctor ordered, it delivers good audio and great information, I look forward to listening and learning. Thanks Carl!!! Jason of thehalfshow.com
DSLR video treasure!
I have been listening to these since Carl started it and I have benefited immensely! I started my DSLR biz a few months so I have been hungry for practical resources and this is it! I love that Carl represents the average non-export (he claims to not be an expert, but he knows his stuff :). He let's his guests tell about how they so business, it is a conversation which I love. Great guests, great style and great content! Thanks so much Carl! Always looking forward to the next one!
Dan Rollins - LiveWireFilms.com
More than how to...
I love how Carl goes beyond just camera talk, and gets into the use and how to tell stories not just push buttons.
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