[Scott]

I’m not sure if there is a file size limit, but I always export an image sequence to my mac. Then render out the QT from After Effects. Smoke seems to export the image sequence much faster than the QT. Hope that helps.

md

[Scott]

The Elements of Typographic Style by Robert Bringhurst

Typographically Speaking: The Art of Matthew Carter

Two of my favorites

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[Scott]

No, the offset is like a 2nd axis on that image. Apply the tracker then adjust the offset until the image fits.

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[Scott]

Try to adjust the offset. If you just need scale the image up a little to match the computer monitor the offset should work fine.

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[Scott]

For the most part XMLs work well. The offline editor still has to be careful with fx and what not. The only reason we still use EDLs is the ability to change frame rate from 29.97 to 23.98. I’ve yet to find a comparable tool for XMLs.

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[Scott]

Ok…. I got it to work by applying a 40% TW to the clip after the resize. But, I cant find the “convert rate” tool. Where exactly is it? I’m using Smoke 6.7. Thanks.

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[Scott]

Yeah. I’ve already got a monitor with HDSDI inputs. Works well. I just need to confirm the HD output from C4 on a mac. I’m sure that it does work, but I was just hoping to find someone already using it. Thanks for the help.

[Scott]

No backburner? Bummer. What does it do exactly? Manage the nodes? Does anyone know a workaround? Thanks.

md

[Scott]

Don’t be too afraid junglerose. It will likely be more difficult because of the compression, but it can be done. I finished a feature shot on HDCAM last year, and had 15+ green screen shots. This stuff was well lit, but the subject was a yellow plane with a highly reflective surface… against a GREEN screen. Not easy.

I recommend isolating multiple areas of the shot to pull separate keys. The compression pulls a lot of the detail out of the color. Isolating areas allowed me to pull more precise keys. Can be a big pain, but it’s better than roto.

md

[Scott]

Well said Swerve. The artist should not be known for what tools he knows, but what images he can create.

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[Scott]

Do you mean to replace a clip but keep the soft effect of the old clip? If so…. Select the old clip in the timeline and use Shift+J. Good Luck.

md

[Scott]

Single link HD-SDI is not really compressed. It does only deliver 4:2:2, and not the full 4:4:4. The discreet system is not using any codec over HD-SDI. It’s just 4:2:2 instead of 4:4:4. This is ok because the HDCAM material is already compressed on the tape. HDCAM does have a lot of compression and can be a pain to key. But, it all depends on the DP. It is a very unfogiving format, and if there was any error on set it will be much harder to fix. I think it’s a great format if used properly. Good Luck.

md

[Scott]

Saw the Cinetal at NAB, and at first glance they seemed good. But, the blacks just dont have the detail of Sony CRT’s. Loved the size, but I don’t trust the image.

md

[Scott]

Canon Rebel XT is a great camera. It and the D70 are both great for a first SLR. I personally shoot Nikon, but it’s really just personal preference. They both make great lenses and great cameras. Good Luck.

md

[Scott]

Check out some of these…

Savannah College of Art and Design
http://www.scad.edu

School of Visual Arts
http://www.sva.edu

CalArts
http://www.calarts.edu

USC
http://www.usc.edu

Vancouver Film School
http://www.vfs.com

I’m not sure if they all have MFAs, but they all have great programs. Good Luck.

md

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