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Feature Stories

Liar, Liar!

by Jim Stinson
The minute you hit the record button, you falsify reality. Here are some insights into the true nature of video creation.

Storyboard - The Guardian

by Chuck Peters
Produce this short, funny video to entertain your friends and family.

Offshore Sightings

by Chuck Peters
A sneak peek at the cutting edge video products from Japan.

Lights, Camera, Action!

by Randal K. West
Directing isn't as easy as it looks. Here are some practical tips.

A Different Sort of Home Video

by Arthur Aiello
Producing real estate video for fun and profit.

Special Effects Generators: Buyer's Guide

by Mark Bosko
Step into the world of special effects. Tools to make your multi-camera shoots or linear edits magical.

Blank Tape Buyer's Guide

by Wendy Nichols
Seven things to consider when you're searching for the best format and quality of blank videotape.

Editing Appliances: Cracking the Case

by Charles Bloodworth
A look at what's under the hood of turnkey editing.

Departments

Tech Support

by Don Collins
Tech Talk

In Box

by Don Collins

Book and Tape Reviews

by Stephen Bosinoff
  • Final Cut Pro for the Macintosh
  • Storyboards: Motion in Art
  • Video Toaster: Creative Concepts

New Gear

by Tony Kilcollins
  • JVC HR-DVS1 S-VHS/Mini DV VCR
  • Screenplay Systems Movie Magic Screenwriter 2000
  • TAO Media Systems PanPort422 Control Protocol Converter
  • Boris Graffiti
  • NewTech Infosystems CD-Maker 2000 Professional Edition
  • Darim Vision MG-100 MPEG-1 encoder
  • Sonic Foundry Vegas Video
  • ToCad Sunpak polarizing filters
  • ToCad SLIK U2000 tripod
  • Music Bakery music
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October 2000
Table of Contents

Columns

Viewfinder: We have a new look!

by Matthew York
We have a new look!

Home Video Hints: What's Your Angle?

by Arthur Aiello
Creative camera angles can improve the look of your home videos.

Light Source: News-style Lighting

by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
Tips to help you create great lighting for your news set. Strategies for anchors, sports and the weather.

Jargon: Glossary of Editing Terms

by Wendy Nichols
Glossary of Editing Terms

Computer Editing: 5 Phases of Editing

by Jim Stinson
Conquer editing in five major phases: organizing, assembling, enhancing, synthesizing and archiving.

Sound Advice: Soundboards Needed

by Larry Lemm
An audio mixer is an essential tool for live multi-mike productions and linear edit bays.

Test Bench