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News: wondertouch releases company's first particle effects tool for MacOSX platform: particleIllusion 2.0 SE
Award winning Software Application to Deliver Mac Professionals with Easy-to-Manage Toolset for Creating Quality Particle Effects at Breakneck Speed
wondertouch™, a leading software developer of high performance particle effects creation tools, today announced that particleIllusion™ 2.0 SE for Mac OS® X is available worldwide. Widely regarded as one of the most artist-friendly and affordable software solutions for customizing and modifying quality, complex particle animations, particleIllusion SE promises to enhance productivity for the dedicated community of digital content creation professionals working on the Mac OS X platform. Today's announcement marks the first wondertouch offering to support the advanced operating system from Apple®. MORE
News: New Viewing Options for Panasonic DVX-100/A
Century Optics expands its family of professional camcorder accessories with the new LCD Hood and LCD Widescreen Magnifier for Panasonic AG-DVX100 and AG-DVX100A camcorders.The Century LCD Hood is designed to fit most camcorders that feature a 3.5” diagonal LCD screen. Weighing just 3.8 oz., the durable matte black hood slides easily over the camcorder’s flip-out screen. Once in place, it facilitates glare-free viewing even in bright sunlight. The suggested list price is $60.
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News: Improved Zoom Control for LANC Cameras
16x9 Inc. introduces a new version of the Zoe zoom control designed for use with the Sony HDR-FX1 and HVR-Z1U, Canon XL2, plus other LANC cameras. Ideal for digital cinematography, the Zoe-DVL provides variable stepless zoom speed control with preadjusted maximum speed, focus, record start/stop, and camera on/off in an efficient, operator-friendly package. Featuring a more ergonomic design, the Zoe-DVL offers three thumb positions -- left, right, or center -- for greater comfort and control. The unit’s hallmark touch responsive rocker switch is engineered for intuitive operation. Zoom speed increases in direct relation to pressure applied to the zoom button, which allows for smooth ramp-up and precise manipulation. A rotating selector wheel provides preadjustment of maximum zoom speed.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: AJA's KONA 2 and Io Help Fox Sports Net New England Bring Boston Celtics' Basketball Games to Fans in High Def and Standard Def
Superior Price Performance with New NLE Systems
AJA today announced that its KONA 2 capture card and Io FireWire® Interface are an integral part of three nonlinear editing systems recently installed by Fox Sports Net New England in support of SD and HD telecasts of the Boston Celtics' 2004-2005 season. Away games are broadcast in SD on FSN New England while home games are simulcast in SD as well as HD on a separate Comcast digital cable channel. All home games are produced in HD and downconverted for the SD distribution.
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News: Artbeats Illuminates with Lumaform & Nightmare Light Collections
Spectacular Clips of Light Formations; Available in High Definition
Nightmare Light and Lumaform, Artbeats' newest background collections of stunning light imagery, are now available in both standard and high definition. Renowned for unique high-quality, royalty-free footage, Artbeats' new Nightmare Light and Lumaform collections are sure to add mystery and luminosity to any broadcast, film feature, commercial, desktop video, game development and multimedia application.
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News: Panasonic Introduces AJ-HDX400 1080I DVCPRO HD Camcorder To Provide Content Creators With New, Highly Affordable Acquisition Tool
High-end features include Cine-Like Gamma, 10-Sec. Pre-Record, SD Output
– Panasonic has introduced the AJ-HDX400, a top-production,1080i DVCPRO HD camcorder that makes high definition acquisition more affordable for content creators. The AJ-HDX400 is available in February at a suggested list price of $42,500.
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News: UVPHACTORY creates music video for Peter Miser's Scent of a Robot
For the design and creation of the Scent of A Robot music video, the first single off Pete Miser’s latest CD, Camouflage Is Relative, the creative collective UVPHACTORY [UVPH] enjoyed total creative control. The New York-based design and production company created the concept, designed and executed the 3D animation, lensed the live-action footage and completed the offline and online editorial for the 3:30 video which will ship to MTV networks, VH1, MuchMusic, Fuse, and local access cable shows, among others, in early January.With Scent of A Robot, a joint venture from Ho-Made Media and independent music marketing company Coup de Grace, the multi-talented, multi-cultural, hip-hop intelligence of Pete Miser has gone into overdrive with the hilariously philosophical single about a cubicle-dwelling everyman who inadvertently discovers that he’s a robot.
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News: MainConcept Updates MPEG Pro Plug-In for Adobe Premiere Pro
Version 1.0.5 adds support for the Sony Handycam® HDR-FX1 high definition camcorder, enhanced HD editing performance, and various other optimizations
MainConcept, a leader in codecs and other video technology, today released version 1.0.5 of its MPEG Pro editing plug-in for Adobe Premiere Pro. The new update adds support for Sony's revolutionary HDR-FX1 camcorder, HD editing speed improvement, and various other enhancements and fixes.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: FontAgent Pro 3 Gives Users and Administrators Most Requested Features
Setup Wizard, Powerful Search, WYSIWYG Fonts and Startup Sets Target User Requests as Array of Administrative Controls Answer Enterprise Needs Insider Software announced today the release of FontAgent Pro 3, the only Mac OS X native application that provides integrated font management, diagnostics, optimization and repair. FontAgent Pro 3, the successor to last year's Macworld Showtime Best of Show Award winner, adds extensive font management and performance features while providing a suite of essential management tools for administrators and IT managers.
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News: IRIDAS to Present SpeedGrade DI at Hollywood Post Alliance Retreat
Integrated, End-to-End Color Pipeline Solution
IRIDAS, a leader in playback and non-destructive color grading technologies for the film and digital content creation industries, will demonstrate SpeedGrade DI at the Hollywood Post Alliance Retreat at Rancho Mirage, CA January 26 through 28. For many in the industry, this will provide an opportunity for a first look at the new application.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: Media 100 and Lumičre HD Announce HDV Support for Media 100 HD
Offers Customers New HDV Format Shooting Option with Post-Production Using High-Quality 10-Bit Macintosh HD/SD Editing Tools
Media 100, a unit of Optibase and a developer of advanced media systems, announced today Media 100 HD compatibility with High Definition Video [HDV] via Lumičre HD. Through a software codec featuring Lumičre HD support, customers will be able to shoot their projects cost effectively in the HDV format and, without additional hardware, bring the footage in for editing with all the 10-bit, Macintosh-based power of Media 100 HD.
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News: Media 100 Business Unit Targets HD Opportunities
Media 100, a unit of Optibase and a leading provider of advanced media systems, announced today that, after the recently announced corporate restructuring, Media 100 will become more focused on the business of Media 100 HD and the company’s existing installed base. These changes line up with a stronger-than-anticipated interest in Media 100’s HD product line, and position Media 100 to immediately take advantage of the rapidly accelerating transition to HD in the marketplace. “We just successfully launched Media 100 HD, and our sales figures have been very strong,” commented Amir Goren, General Manager of the Media 100 Business Unit. “The system’s multi-format editing and mixing of HD and SD content at 10-bit resolution make it an attractive choice for today’s editors who want to capitalize on the current and future potential of HD. Even with some challenging changes, we are excited to be offering products that bring customers some of the most innovative editing and compositing capabilities in the industry.”
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: Apple Unveils iWork ’05
Create, Present & Publish With Style
Apple® today unveiled iWork ’05, productivity software designed to take advantage of both Mac OS® X and iLife® ’05 to help users easily create, present and publish professional-looking documents and presentations. iWork ’05 introduces Pages, an innovative new word processor with an incredible sense of style, and also features Keynote™ 2, a major new version of Apple’s presentation software that lets anyone create cinematic-looking presentations. Both Pages and Keynote 2 take full advantage of the advanced typography and graphics engine of Mac OS X, are seamlessly integrated with iLife ’05, and include a collection of themes and templates that make it easy to produce stunning results in minutes.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: Apple Announces iLife ’05
Major Upgrade Features New Versions of iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD & GarageBand
Apple® today announced iLife® ‘05, the must-have upgrade to Apple’s award-winning suite of digital lifestyle applications, featuring major new versions of iPhoto™, iMovie®, iDVD® and GarageBand™ and including the latest version of iTunes®. iLife ‘05 continues to lead the industry with the most innovative and comprehensive suite of software for organizing, editing and sharing digital photos; creating stunning digital movies and DVDs; and purchasing, managing and creating digital music.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: Apple Introduces Mac mini
Most Affordable Mac Ever Starts at Just $499
Most Affordable Mac Ever Starts at Just $499 Apple® today introduced Mac® mini, the most affordable and compact Mac ever. Starting at just $499, Mac mini is the ideal desktop computer for anyone looking to get started with Mac OS® X and features iLife® ‘05, the latest version of Apple’s innovative suite of software for managing digital photo and music collections, editing movies and creating music. Just two-inches tall and weighing only 2.9 pounds, Mac mini redefines design for the sub-$1,000 desktop.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: Apple Announces Final Cut Express HD
Powerful Video Editing for DV & HDV
Apple® today announced Final Cut® Express HD, a major upgrade of its advanced video editing application for video enthusiasts, students and aspiring filmmakers that makes it easy to capture, edit and output High Definition Video using all the powerful features of Final Cut Express. Apple continues to lead the industry by delivering a complete line of HD video editing solutions including iMovie® HD, Final Cut Express HD and Final Cut Pro® HD. Priced at only $299, Final Cut Express HD also includes LiveType for stunning, HD-quality animated text and graphics and Soundtrack for custom musical scores.
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News: VICON to Receive Scientific & Technical Academy Award
Pioneering Developer of Motion Capture Systems and Software Used on Feature Films from "The Polar Express" to "Titanic" Honored with Technical Achievement Award
VICON, the leading developer in motion capture, will be honored February 12, 2005, with a Scientific and Technical Academy Award® from The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences. The Academy accolade, the first to recognize optical motion capture technology in feature film, will be presented as a Technical Achievement Award to VICON's Dr. Julian Morris, Michael Birch, Dr. Paul Smyth and Paul Tate in tandem with the 77th Annual Academy Awards®, Scientific & Technical Awards.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: Roxio Showcases Expanded Mac Software Line at Macworld Expo
Product Advances Include High Definition Content Support in Toast, and Popcorn for DVD Copying and Backup
Roxio, a division of Sonic Solutions and producer of the best-selling digital media software in the world, is showcasing its latest solutions for Macintosh users at Macworld 2005. Roxio is presenting demonstrations of its latest product advances and giving attendees in-depth 'how to' tutorials, as well as offering special pricing on its complete line of products for Mac OS X. Among the solutions featured at the Expo are Toast®, Roxio's market-leading CD and DVD burning software, with support for High Definition content, and Toast with Jam®, which combines Toast 6 Titanium burning software with a rich array of studio-quality audio software. Roxio will also be showing Popcorn®, the latest addition to its consumer software line, which enables users to copy non-encrypted DVD-Video discs.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: Sorenson Media Adds AAC Plus Audio to Its Upcoming Sorenson Squeeze 4.1 Video Compression Software
Sorenson Squeeze 4.1 Compresses Audio Files to Half Their Original Size, Streamlines File Distribution Options, and Provides Mac Users an Option for Encoding Windows Media 9 Directly on the Mac
Sorenson Media® today announced Sorenson Squeeze® 4.1 -- the latest update to its award-winning lineup of video encoding and compression applications for digital video professionals and enthusiasts. Sorenson Squeeze 4.1 introduces AAC Plus Audio, an audio compression feature providing the same audio fidelity as the AAC standard while compressing audio file sizes to half its original, uncompressed size. Additionally, users of the Sorenson Squeeze 4.1 Compression Suite for the Macintosh® will be able to purchase a new Telestream Flip4Mac plug-in allowing video encoding of Windows Media®) 9 format directly on the Mac®. Also included in the release is a new optional task dialog -- a feature allowing users to send video files to multiple applications and locations on a single computer, over a network, to an FTP site, or to VitalStream® on-demand video streaming services.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: G-Technology Inc. Introduces G-SATA
High-Speed External SATA Disk Arrays for Content Creation Applications
G-Technology Inc. today introduced G-SATA™, a new line of serial ATA external storage solutions for personal computers. G-SATA is designed to support professional content creation workflows in which performance and reliability are paramount. G-SATA features the latest serial ATA disk technology for ultra high data transfer rates. The 7200 or 10,000 RPM drives in G-SATA may be formatted individually or configured as a software RAID to support demanding applications including audio and video editing. G-SATA is equipped with a small and quiet fan to ensure reliable operation and comes complete with cables and a 2-port SATA PCI adapter with external SATA connectors.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005 Expo
News: Silicon Color Releases FinalTouch HD – World’s First Standalone Real-Time HD Color Correction Software
World’s First Standalone Real-Time HD Color Correction Software for QuickTime™
Silicon Color will showcase the much-awaited real-time HD color correction and grading solution for QuickTime – FinalTouch HD at MacWorld San Francisco, January 11-14 at ATI’s booth . FinalTouch HD will be shipping after MacWorld, January 2005 for $4,995 USD. “We based FinalTouch HD on our successful 2K film product and months of feedback from FinalTouch users and video professionals. Our newest offering addresses the needs of the HD marketplace with features never available in a dedicated HD color correction and grading solution for QuickTime™,” said Roland Wood, President and founder of Silicon Color. “FinalTouch HD is without peer in providing real-time color correction, effects and finishing. Our engineers designed it, coded it and optimized it for OSX. With a dual-processor G5 the speed is just incredible. One of our primary design goals was to optimize workflow and provide the best integration with Final Cut Pro via XML.”
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: G-Technology Inc. Introduces G-SAFE
FireWire 800 Storage with Hardware RAID for Fail-Safe Operation
G-Technology Inc. today introduced G-SAFE™, a new line of fail-safe FireWire 800 RAID systems for personal computers. G-SAFE is equipped with an on-board hardware RAID 1 controller that seamlessly mirrors data to provide the user with fail-safe operation and peace of mind. Should a disk failure occur, the data stored on G-SAFE remains intact. Swapping out a failed drive in G-SAFE is very simple and results in an automatic rebuild of the array. G-SAFE sports a high-speed FireWire 800 interface for fast data transfers and is available in useable storage capacities up to 400 GB.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: G-Technology, Inc. Introduces G-DRIVE mini
Portable Drives Weigh Less Than 9 oz and Sport Storage Capacities to 100 GB
G-Technology Inc. today introduced G-DRIVE™ mini, a new line of portable storage solutions ideal for people on the go. G-DRIVE mini is equipped with the latest high-performance FireWire and USB interfaces and features a unique "fan-less" cooling system designed to silently dissipate heat for superior reliability and data integrity.
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: EZQuest Intros Thunder Pro A/V FireWire Hard Drive at Macworld
Sleek New Drive Offers Great Performance and Huge Storage Capacity; Is Optimized for Professional Video/Audio Programs
EZQuest introduced the Thunder Pro A/V FireWire 400, the first in its new generation of Pro A/V hard drives, at Macworld today. The company will add FireWire 800 drives to this product line within a few weeks. EZQuest also previewed its Thunder Pro A/V RAID FireWire 800 drive and will formally introduce it later this month.
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News: Red Giant Software to Offer FinalTouch HD from Silicon Color
Red Giant Software today announced a new reseller agreement with Silicon Color. Red Giant Software will be the launch agent for FinalTouch HD—the first real-time HD color correction solution made exclusively for QuickTime on Mac OS X. “Red Giant Software has great software products, and acclaimed customer responsiveness,” said Roland Wood, President and co-founder of Silicon Color. “We believe that Red Giant Software’s customers in the independent film production and post market will find Silicon Color’s FinalTouch HD solution the perfect tool for finishing their high-definition QuickTime-based productions.”
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Macworld San Francisco 2005
News: LaCie Kicks Off 2005 With New And Innovative Storage Solutions
LaCie starts the new year by announcing innovative new products and partnerships aimed at helping professionals and everyday people easily manage their digital lives. Premiering at the Macworld Expo in San Francisco, new LaCie storage solutions range from a 2TB RAID subsystem for video pros to a unique direct-disc labeling technology on d2 DVD burners, or a real-time MPEG-1/2 encoder to a portable 40GB hard drive for direct playback of multimedia files on any standard TV, among others. Visit LaCie booth #1843 at Macworld Expo in San Francisco's Moscone Center from January 10-14 to catch a glimpse of new LaCie solutions. "It's fun to see the faces light up at Macworld when people discover how far we have pushed the limits with bigger, faster, and more innovative products," says Scott Phillips, CEO of LaCie Limited USA. "LaCie will premiere several new digital storage tools in 2005 that will change the way people work and play with their computers. LaCie's affordable high-end solutions can adapt to fit any need, whether it's small to medium sized businesses, audio/video editors, graphics professionals, or home and entertainment use."
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News: Digital Heaven releases Multicam Lite
Digital Heaven is pleased to announce that Multicam Lite, the first multicamera editing solution for Apple’s Final Cut Pro is now shipping. With its innovative and streamlined interface, Multicam Lite makes it easier than ever to cut up to three cameras in real time. "Multicam Lite is thoughtfully designed for multi-angle cutting with a clean, minimal interface and instantaneous round trip with FCP. This software is a pleasure to use and I'm hooked!" - Loren S. Miller, NeoTron Design
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News: Optibase to Restructure Media 100 Unit
Demonstrating Commitment to Growth and Profitability, CEO Uzi Breier Implements Plan to Streamline Operations and Strengthen IPTV business
Optibase, Ltd. , a leader in digital carrier grade IPTV streaming solutions, today announced that it plans to restructure its Media 100 unit. While Optibase will continue to sell and support the existing suite of Media 100 products, certain positions at Media 100 will be eliminated, and Research and Development initiatives with regard to Media 100 will be considerably reduced in order to improve the financial results derived from this business unit. Commenting on the restructuring, Mr. Breier said, "Since joining Optibase, I have studied the markets in which we operate and have carefully evaluated our competitive position, as well as the growth opportunities existing in each of these markets. It is my belief, that at this time, the digital non-linear editing market does not present Optibase with the most substantial growth opportunity and is not fully synergistic with the Company's core activities. As a result, I have recommended to Optibase's Board of Directors, and they have agreed, that it is in the best interest of the company and its shareholders to remove certain portions of our Media 100 activities and focus our resources on initiatives that may better position Optibase for growth in both the short and long-term."
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News: Miglia and Aquafadas Offer Cross-Discount on Purchase of Director's Cut and iDive
iDive enables Director's Cut users to capture and organise footage from analogue video sources
Miglia Technology, a leading European manufacturer of video, audio and storage products for Mac and Windows, today announced that it has teamed up with Aquafadas Software, creators of the renowned iDive application, to provide a 10% discount on the Miglia Director's Cut range and a 20% discount on iDive.
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News: Useful Assistants™ 1.6: 135 Ways To Enjoy A Fuller Life
Useful Assistants, the premiere workflow automation tool for Adobe After Effects, now ships with 103 assistants that save you time, money and gray hairs
Profound Effects®, Inc., a leading innovator in special effects technology, is pleased to announce the availability of Useful Assistants 1.6. Version 1.6 ships with 103 assistants. Thirty two more available on the Profound eXchange for free download by registered owners. Orrin Zucker, President of Ozone, said, "UA is the best set of add-ons that I've seen in my 10 years of working with AE. It has saved me weeks worth of work, automating dozens of mind-numbing, repetitive tasks. I could get tired of a filter or effect, but these plug-ins are timeless. Thanks!"
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Final Cut Pro
 | Travel Mattes: The Basics
In this short video tutorial, Walter Biscardi demonstrates the basics of travel mattes in Final Cut Pro. Learn what travel mattes are and the difference between alpha mattes and luma mattes. This is a basic level tutorial and is lesson one in a 3-part series.
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After Effects
 | Building the Spider
In this 5-part tutorial, Motion Graphics Trainer, Dean Velez explores creating complex backgrounds using a Photoshop still with the 3D properties of After Effects. We'll also create high end transitions using path tools and various effects as well as eye catching 2D animation using parented layers and resolving text using the track matte features. In lesson four, we'll build the animated spider.
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After Effects
 | Building the Animated Stroke
In this 5-part tutorial, Motion Graphics Trainer, Dean Velez explores creating complex backgrounds using a Photoshop still with the 3D properties of After Effects. We'll also create high end transitions using path tools and various effects as well as eye catching 2D animation using parented layers and resolving text using the track matte features. In lesson three, we'll build the animated stroke.
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AVID
 | 15:1s to DV25 411
Offline editing provides a method of capturing footage at less than one-tenth the storage requirements of DV 25 411 media. Offline can be used with other formats as well, such as using DV 25 411 as an offline for higher formats such as uncompressed or HD.With Avid's 15:1s we can expect to fit an hour of footage for every 1.5 gigabytes of storage we have. This makes editing hours of footage on a laptop quite easy. Later the finished edit can be decomposed and recaptured at DV 25 411 or whatever resolution your Avid offers. In this document, Alex Alexzander hopes to show you how to configure and use your Settings tab to toggle between Avid's 15:1s and DV 25 411 for capture, editing, decomposing, and recapturing. Avid Xpress Pro
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Combustion
 | Creating a Traced Watermark Image
In this tutorial, Rikard Bosnjakovic will demonstrate converting an existing logo to a paint-object and use it as a watermark for pictures. The intent of the tutorial is to overcome some nasty and unwanted problems with traced objects in the paint operator. This tutorial is for beginners.
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After Effects
 | Expressing The Camera
Rick Gerard presents a five minute tutorial movie as the second in a series that teaches basic After Effects Camera animation. In this example you'll learn how to simplify animating a camera over a still image and how to orient the camera along a path using expressions to gain compete complete control.
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After Effects
|  | Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects
CreativeCOW leader John David Hutton reviews Trish and Chris Meyer's Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects...Volume 1: The Essentials, published by CMP Books, 496 pages, 3rd Book & DVD edition (September 10, 2004), ISBN:1-57820-249-3, and writes, "Affectionately referred to by After Effects evangelists world-wide as "The Bible," the "Meyers books" or "CMG" have become not only the standard for Adobe After Effects training but also the de facto standard for all training books to live up to. The design and layout as well as the graphical elements make this set of books not only candy for the mind and eye but great learning tools to aid the reader in understanding the vast field of motion graphics and After Effects."
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Multicam Lite
|  | Peter Wiggins reviews Multicam Lite
What is one of the most frequently asked questions on the Final Cut Pro forum here on Creative Cow? “What’s the best way to cut multi camera material on FCP?” Well up until now there have only been workarounds, like shrinking pictures so all are visible or even just guessing at edits using the razor blade tool to slice through multiple video tracks! In this article, Peter Wiggins reviews Multicam Lite, a custom designed realtime multicamera editing tool for use in conjunction with Final Cut Pro. This exclusive first review should give you an insight into the powerful and time saving features of Multicam Lite, along with the amazing creative freedom and effortless handling of multicamera material. We will also have a quick look at Livecut.
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DVD Authoring
|  | Designing DVD Menus
In this article, CreativeCOW leader Alex Alexzander reviews Designing DVD Menus: How to Create Professional-looking DVDs written by Michael Burns and George Cairns, and published by CMP Books, 191 pages, December 2004, ISBN: 1-57820-259-0, and finds that... "Designing DVD Menus is a book that fills exactly the gap left by the software publishers. This book doesn't specifically teach us to author DVDs using any one authoring application. Instead, this book is all about how to create professional-looking DVDs...This book is a lesson in creative design and intuitive navigation."
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After Effects Training
|  | The Anvel: Motion Graphics Project Lessons for Photoshop and After Effects
CreativeCOW leader and video editor, Jim Harvey reviews The Anvel: Motion Graphics Project Lessons for Photoshop and After Effects by Dean Velez, and writes, "Dean Velez is no stranger to the CreativeCow community having contributed much of his knowledge to aspiring graphic artists who come to the Cow for guidance. Currently, he has put up a small sampling of his new offering, a course designed to help designers create complex and fresh work using Photoshop and After Effects."
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After Effects 6.5 for Windows & Macintosh:
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After Effects 6.5 for Windows & Macintosh
In this article, CreativeCOW.net contributing editor Jim Harvey reviews After Effects 6.5 for Windows and Macintosh by Anthony Bolante and published by Peachpit Press, 736 pages, Published Sep 22, 2004; Copyright 2005, ISBN: 032119957X. "Anthony Bolante knows After Effects. Let me revise that, Anthony Bolante knows virtually everything there is to know about After Effects! This book is 700 plus pages of the inner workings, nuts and bolts of possibly the best compositing and effects program ever made (yes, I'm prejudiced). Think of this book as one of the definitive reference works ever published on the subject, and owner's manual if you will..."
Adobe After Effects, Book Reviews |
Avid Xpress Pro for Windows and Macintosh
|  | AVID XPRESS PRO For Windows & Macintosh
In this article, CreativeCOW.net contributing editor Josh Martin reviews Avid Xpress Pro for Windows and Macintosh (Visual QuickPro Guide) by James Monohan and published by Peachpit Press, 712 pages, Published 2003, Copyright 2004, ISBN: 0321145976. Josh explains why the sub-title, Visual QuickPro Guide works so well with this book, "Coming into this review, I had absolutely no AVID experience. I had done some very minor non-linear editing in Adobe Premiere, but that's where my "knowledge base" ended. I'm happy to report that thanks largely in part to James Monohan's book, I am happily editing on our AVID setup...."
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