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Feature Stories

Sample of a Storyboard

by Bill Davis
Creating a storyboard isn't as hard as you might think. Here is a sample of a storyboard you can use to make your own movie.

Holiday Wish List Shopping Guide

by Sandi Kilcollins
How to help your well-meaning (but video-impaired) loved ones select the perfect video gift for you.

Product Preview: Microsoft Movie Maker

by Charles Fulton
Now bundled with Windows Millenium Edition, this simple editing software promises an easy and fun way to create video.

Six Kid-friendly Home Video Ideas

by Andrew McIntosh
Six good home video ideas for family fun.

Character Generator Buyer's Guide

by Tony Kilcollins
If you're looking for the right equipment to create titles, standalone or software, this is the buyer's guide for you.

Buy the Camcorder of your Dreams Today!

by Wendy Nichols
Prices, features and formats: learn what's what and check out the latest camcorders on the market.

26 Video Ideas: A to Z On How To Make Money With Video

by Bill Davis
An alphabet of ideas on how to make money with video.

Video Adventurer

by Geoff Best
Tips for shooting video on the trail.

Steady on the Set: Inside Image Stabilization

by John Davis
Learn how the technology behind image stabilization actually works

Departments

Tech Support

by Don Collins

In Box

by Don Collins

Book and Tape Reviews

by Stephen Bosinoff
  • Developing Story Ideas
  • Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects
  • Advanced Broadcast Camera Techniques Volume 2

New Gear

by Tony Kilcollins
  • Panasonic AG-DVC10 Mini DV camcorder
  • AIST MovieDVsuite
  • Apple iMac DV Special Edition (500MHz)
  • Saft America camcorder bags
  • RoadWired CableStable storage case
  • Adorage Magic transition library
  • Imagine Products DV Log Pro
  • Newtek Vidget
  • The Badham Company ShotMaster
  • Mainconcept MainActor 3.5
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December 2000
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Columns

Viewfinder: Power to the (Video) People

by Matthew York
Power to the (Video) People

Home Video Hints: Baby, It's Cold Outside!

by Arthur Aiello
Keep your camcorder safe in cold, wet winter weather.

Light Source: In the Mood? Creating Mood with Light

by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
One scene, many moods. Let the lighting do the work.

Jargon: Glossary of Camcorder Terms

by Jon Vosovic
Glossary of Camcorder Terms

Computer Editing: Split Man

by Don Collins
Learn how and when to use split edits to add meaning, depth and interest to your video productions.

Sound Advice: Managing Digital Music

by Jim Stinson
How to select, time, process and transition music in your videos.

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