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Using Celtx for Storyboarding

Posted on 21 September, 2010 by val

I’ve been writing for film since 1998, and been making my own films for about 2 years, having started shortly after I arrived here in Austin, Texas — which has Continue Reading →

Posted in Celtx, Filmmaking | Tagged celtx, cheap, easy, software, storyboarding

Cool post on how to get a Name attached to your low budget film project

Posted on 21 September, 2010 by val

Someone once said that “what ‘everyone knows’ is true, generally isn’t.” In this society, we’re often taught to “give up while you’re ahead,” and to “learn your limitations,” and that Continue Reading →

Posted in Filmmaking | Tagged big name actor, Filmmaking, how to, independent, indie, low budget, producer tips

Cool Vocal Plugin {VST} by MildonStudios.com

Posted on 13 September, 2010 by val

At first it may seem a little subtle, but it does make a difference. Check it out: http://www.mildonstudios.com/m2/blog.aspx?mode=1&item=19 They also have other cool plugins on their site, so be nosey, Continue Reading →

Posted in Free Stuff, Music Making | Tagged effects, free, plugin, vocal, vst

Music Resources (VSTi)

Posted on 13 September, 2010 by val

Well, I found 4 cool new Vst instruments, so here’s a little post about them. Some are free, but there’s 1 that is cheap, but very clever! So, if you’re Continue Reading →

Posted in Free Stuff, Music Making | Tagged composing, film scoring, free plugins, music resources, weird sounds

FREE Gun Related Sound FX from Detonation Films

Posted on 16 August, 2010 by val

The awesome folks at Detonation Films (famous for exploding footage goodness) are giving away some groovy sound effects related to guns… from gunfire to chambering sounds, etc. Show your support Continue Reading →

Posted in Filmmaking, Free Stuff | Tagged chambering, cocking, detonation films, free, gun, gunfire, handgun, pistol, sound effects

Awesome little video

Posted on 11 August, 2010 by val

This is a really cool animation done by tiny inventions. It’s called “Something Left, Something Taken…” Something Left, Something Taken- Full Version from Tiny Inventions on Vimeo. Check out their Continue Reading →

Posted in Filmmaking | Tagged after effects, animation, cute, indie film, tiny inventions

Another Great Post from Eric Sherman – Selling Tips

Posted on 31 July, 2010 by val

Here’s another excellent article from my friend Director/Producer/Coach Eric Sherman.  If you haven’t checked out his website (www.EricSherman.com) I highly recommend it – there’s a link to his blog from Continue Reading →

Posted in Filmmaking | Tagged director, eric sherman, film industry, how to sell your script, inside knowledge, know-how, producer, tips

IK Multimedia – 4 instruments for the price of 1

Posted on 23 July, 2010 by val

Looks like the folks at IK Multimedia are at it again, except this time it’s much bigger!  Last time it was sample packs, this time it’s full instruments… you just Continue Reading →

Posted in Music Making | Tagged group buy, IK multimedia

New FREE Beta of PluralEyes

Posted on 23 July, 2010 by val

If you’re like me and shoot dual video on an HVX200 and a 7D, this program is a lifesaver! They have versions for Final Cut and Vegas too! PluralEyes for Continue Reading →

Posted in Filmmaking, Free Stuff | Tagged 7d, dslr audio sync, gh1, how to sync 7d footage with external audio, sync, sync external audio, video sync

Free Improv Workshops in Austin, Texas

Posted on 21 July, 2010 by val

For those of you here in Austin, this may be of interest. Tom Booker is a friend of mine, and a great mentor (and another California transplant like me)  🙂 Continue Reading →

Posted in Filmmaking | Tagged free, improv, institution theater, tom booker, workshops
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