tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post113400750323110286..comments2024-03-22T23:14:47.686-07:00Comments on Effects Corner: Questions for ListenersScott Squireshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15920073387249178066noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1135719206325566762005-12-27T13:33:00.000-08:002005-12-27T13:33:00.000-08:00I do plan to plan to cover some stories and a bit ...I do plan to plan to cover some stories and a bit more off the cuff type of discussions in the future. I'm hoping these first podcasts are helping to lay the foundation for visual effects work. It's not aways easy to get the stories to converge on a specific topic. Do I cover a given movie from the past and all the issues related to it or do I cover a specific aspect from multiple movie Scott Squireshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15920073387249178066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1135716038458485412005-12-27T12:40:00.000-08:002005-12-27T12:40:00.000-08:00Scott, I love the compact info on the vfx business...Scott, I love the compact info on the vfx business, but it would be more listener-friendly (and bit easier listening) if you could make it less of a lecture and more of a personal tale by sharing more stories and examples from your point-of-view.Jonas Hummelstrandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03884713887900137290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1135202613736679642005-12-21T14:03:00.000-08:002005-12-21T14:03:00.000-08:00I like these podcasts, however I do think they are...I like these podcasts, however I do think they are too long. I think it is hard to find the time to listen to them so these.<BR/><BR/>I'd like to suggest that you consider giving the written text that is used for the podcast, and have the podcast be instead a short summing up of that document. Perhaps even a discussion. People can then refer to the details in the written article.<BR/><BR/>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134685934913545392005-12-15T14:32:00.000-08:002005-12-15T14:32:00.000-08:00I did bump the latest recording quality level up a...I did bump the latest recording quality level up a bit. I probably should breakdown and get a good microphone.<BR/><BR/>Products and details- I will be getting in to more detail and products but there are quite a few sources of how-to's for specific products. I'm trying to cover some of the key issues not covered elsewhere and hopefully help provide enough information that people can apply it Scott Squireshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15920073387249178066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134678227196816012005-12-15T12:23:00.000-08:002005-12-15T12:23:00.000-08:00one addition to my last comment: I really apprecia...one addition to my last comment: I really appreciate also your comments about filming techniques - and as it represents the basis for solid FX work. Keep up on your filming and setup-tips for the set!<BR/><BR/>greets from Berlin ...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134677983651787492005-12-15T12:19:00.000-08:002005-12-15T12:19:00.000-08:00I like your podcast very much (see my last comment...I like your podcast very much (see my last comment on post).<BR/><BR/>Two things:<BR/><BR/>- The length is completely ok. It could be even a bit longer, no prob.<BR/>- Please go back to 128, or at least 96. It's much better to listen to.<BR/>- Perhaps you should use a compressor/limiter or something? I heard some disturbing peaks in your Podcast ...<BR/><BR/>And a question/idea: It'd be nice if Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134666973484253452005-12-15T09:16:00.000-08:002005-12-15T09:16:00.000-08:00HI scott this is definitly becoming a high class i...HI scott <BR/>this is definitly becoming a high class in visual effects and having this teacher is absolutly awesome, I agree with the graphical stuff it is important for all of us that want to learn more, images and videos are very important, thanks for sharing all this information that is priceless and no school talks with this experience, I'll be looking forward for more , thanks<BR/><BR/>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134501872812322292005-12-13T11:24:00.000-08:002005-12-13T11:24:00.000-08:00Amazing!! just broke out of the corporate jail, de...Amazing!!<BR/> just broke out of the corporate jail, decided to take my expertise freelance. You have great insights and tips on areas i'd never considered going into before.<BR/>Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134496618267926702005-12-13T09:56:00.000-08:002005-12-13T09:56:00.000-08:00Hi Scott,keep it up!even though, feedback seems to...Hi Scott,<BR/>keep it up!<BR/>even though, feedback seems to be not that overwhelming, i know several folks here in germany who are eager to hear (and maybe see some day) the things to come. hope we'll hear more of the ins and outs from the standpoint of an vfx sup.<BR/><BR/>thank you very much,<BR/><BR/>-raykAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134455970181268202005-12-12T22:39:00.000-08:002005-12-12T22:39:00.000-08:00Hi ScottWell, all I can really do is echo the than...Hi Scott<BR/>Well, all I can really do is echo the thanks and gratitude for your taking the time to lay out this 'foundation series' of podcasts. I think you've definitely got a lot of folks' attention.<BR/><BR/>A question, aside from video podcasts and such, it seems to me that in each podcast so far, you've laid the ground work for taking the individual subjects and expanding on them in future Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134444269565048472005-12-12T19:24:00.000-08:002005-12-12T19:24:00.000-08:00You will be able to buy the new series on DVD in t...You will be able to buy the new series on DVD in the US in February next year.<BR/><BR/>I hope you enjoy it.<BR/><BR/>'The Christmas Invasion' is transmitted on Christmas Day on the BBC.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134435297957774502005-12-12T16:54:00.000-08:002005-12-12T16:54:00.000-08:00Thanks everyone for the feedback. I haven't seen t...Thanks everyone for the feedback.<BR/><BR/> I haven't seen the new Dr Who series but hear they're very good. There are certainly a number of exceptional effects companies and people in the UK who aren't always recognized in here in the US.Scott Squireshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15920073387249178066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134434532485554572005-12-12T16:42:00.000-08:002005-12-12T16:42:00.000-08:00Thank you for providing these wonderful podcasts. ...Thank you for providing these wonderful podcasts. I live in the UK and am currently writing a script which ,at the moment, contains lots of effects.<BR/><BR/>Your help is invaluable, thanks.<BR/><BR/>By the way, what do you think of the effects houses in the UK? And have you seen any episodes of a series called 'Doctor Who' ? The new series over here was very popular, and was full of effects Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134425016906712122005-12-12T14:03:00.000-08:002005-12-12T14:03:00.000-08:00Hello Scott!I really would like to thank you for y...Hello Scott!<BR/>I really would like to thank you for your podcast which is really really great!!!<BR/><BR/>I'm a junior compositor (who began his career on commotion; thanks to this extraordinary piece of software) and your podcasts are for me a goldmine of informations and knowledge.<BR/><BR/>The subjects you are talking about are really great and the supplied informations are of a really high Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134421475679574672005-12-12T13:04:00.000-08:002005-12-12T13:04:00.000-08:00I agree , the 128k is more pleasant to listen to. ...I agree , the 128k is more pleasant to listen to. Though,I can understand going to the lower one if bandwidth becomes an issue. <BR/><BR/>Love the podcasts. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, and I can't wait until you start going a bit more in depth into each of the subjects.<BR/>The video podcast sound like a great idea too. I would love to see you take individual shots (real or Frogspasmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07164028789499328403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134420198964545972005-12-12T12:43:00.000-08:002005-12-12T12:43:00.000-08:00Hey there Scott,Your podcasts are very helpful and...Hey there Scott,<BR/><BR/>Your podcasts are very helpful and very good BG for comping. Started compositing around 2 years ago and am very eager to learn as much as I can. Dream of some day leaving the desk and going on set to supervise. Maybe you can include more examples from different productions you have been. ups and downs etc.<BR/><BR/>Thanks again.<BR/><BR/>JustinJustin Danemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13162548038619680405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134380132216851062005-12-12T01:35:00.000-08:002005-12-12T01:35:00.000-08:00Hello,I am VFX beginner from Spain and I've proble...Hello,<BR/>I am VFX beginner from Spain and I've <BR/>problems with my english but however I am able to understand you, also with 48 kbps. But I think a bigger bitrate is better.<BR/>Your podcasts are great and it is a pleasure to learn from a great expert like you.<BR/>Thank you very muchAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134214525480798352005-12-10T03:35:00.000-08:002005-12-10T03:35:00.000-08:00I absolutely love these podcasts, for me its like ...I absolutely love these podcasts, for me its like toby said before "mentored by a hero"<BR/><BR/>I'm working in a much smaller "Post-Dimension" here in Germany so its great to hear how it's all done in "a bigger environment". ;) I can't wait until theres a new cast, and I go around several VFX Sites every morning with yours beeing at the top of the list. <BR/>The Quality seems allright for me. I Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134153731868438542005-12-09T10:42:00.000-08:002005-12-09T10:42:00.000-08:00One of the reasons for doing a podcast is the pote...One of the reasons for doing a podcast is the potential for doing video casts. I actually have a non-fx video cast (Moving dreams) with a link on the right.<BR/><BR/>All of this (including the podcast) depend on my time but there certainly seems to be a desire for this.<BR/><BR/>Thanks. (and to all the others who've posted it good to know it of value)Scott Squireshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15920073387249178066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134149292660956402005-12-09T09:28:00.000-08:002005-12-09T09:28:00.000-08:00Hi Scott,Your podcasts are GREAT!!!Full of valuabl...Hi Scott,<BR/><BR/>Your podcasts are GREAT!!!<BR/><BR/>Full of valuable information available only with the years of experience you have.<BR/><BR/>I'm a VES member and I think that we must share our skills and experience with the interested artist, both working in the industry or just entering to learn.<BR/><BR/>Some pictures or QTs to ilustrate your podcast will help on the learning experience. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134136765002067462005-12-09T05:59:00.000-08:002005-12-09T05:59:00.000-08:00I am finding your podcast most valuable, you are o...I am finding your podcast most valuable, you are on the top of my RSS feed list. I listen to your work while I am compositing. It keeps me out of trouble.<BR/><BR/>Thank you.<BR/><BR/>Yours,<BR/>DavidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134135873453806152005-12-09T05:44:00.000-08:002005-12-09T05:44:00.000-08:00Hi Scott,I'm loving the podcasts. This site is on ...Hi Scott,<BR/><BR/>I'm loving the podcasts. This site is on my 'check every morning list'. I can't wait for you to go into more depth on various aspects. As I work in post (compositor) but am an aspiring director I'm particularly keen on all of the on set vfx knowledge and practises you care to impart.<BR/><BR/>And as an avid reader of Cinefex from an early age, this is like getting mentored by aTobyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546965315359057316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134132464326860082005-12-09T04:47:00.000-08:002005-12-09T04:47:00.000-08:00Hi Scott,I'm listening your PodCast from Belgium a...Hi Scott,<BR/><BR/>I'm listening your PodCast from Belgium and it's really interesting.<BR/>I studied Post Production at School and it cover all the aspects of my schooling. <BR/>I'm really impatient to listen your next podcasts about more specific subjects in Post-Production.<BR/><BR/>About the bitrate, I personally think that the 48kbps is not so bad, but I prefer the 128kbps one. The file is Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15503145.post-1134094534955706492005-12-08T18:15:00.000-08:002005-12-08T18:15:00.000-08:00Thanks for the feedback.Thanks for the feedback.Scott Squireshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15920073387249178066noreply@blogger.com