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[Cassidy James <cassidy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Dane, go for it. :) I don't know how much stock footage we'll need, but
things like someone using elementary OS at a coffee shop could be cool.
On Nov 16, 2012 6:49 AM, "Dane Henson" <dane@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> I would like to be involved with this collaboration.  My equipment:
> Canon T2i
> 50mm 1.4
> 17-40mm 4.0L
> 28mm 1.8
> Monopod
> Tripod
>
> I could take some stock footage of Dallas/Fort Worth or film my beautiful
> wife using elementary on our laptop or desktop computer.  I have experience
> using Dmedia and novacut (though a toddler could use it) and I would love
> to test the collaborative features.
>
> I also have a Tascam portable digital audio recorder that I could use for
> interviews, though I doubt anyone is close enough to Texas for it.
>
> I realize that there are a lot of people way more qualified than me, but I
> thought I would raise my hand. My experience is as a hobbyist doing family
> videos.  Here is the sum of my work:
> vimeo.com/brainofdane
>  On Nov 16, 2012 12:15 AM, "Cassidy James" <cassidy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> wrote:
>
>> We've been working on an outline of what we want for the launch video. I
>> agree we should get that going soon. I'll work with the Council to get that
>> finalized and published.
>>
>> I really like that first video, and think that's kind of the direction
>> we're going. We've tried the all-white background and it's more difficult
>> and less personal.
>>
>> Also, Novacut has mentioned working with us on the video! They said they
>> can help us get a small instance (10 collaborators) set up, so we'll be
>> looking at that.
>>
>> Regards,
>> Cassidy James
>>
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>>
>>
>>
>> On Thu, Nov 15, 2012 at 10:52 PM, piggy classy <thisispiggy@xxxxxxxxx>wrote:
>>
>>> So have we decided how to make the luna launch video yet?
>>>
>>> I suggest we do something similar to this:
>>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMQdfGFK5XQ
>>>
>>> It's a good compromise between people speaking and actual screenshots of
>>> the OS.
>>>
>>> I also think this is much much better than apple promotion videos with
>>> people talking in front of white backgrounds. If you look at the
>>> backgrounds in this video, you'll notice how they are all warm and colorful
>>> and welcoming, not cold and formal like apple promotion videos.
>>>
>>> This can be easily done. If someone has DSLR, then it's not a problem.
>>> If we need one, the best option is to buy a factory demo micro four-thirds
>>> camera like the E-PL1 that costs around $200. Then, buy a prime 50mm manual
>>> focus fixed lens from Ebay for $50, and this blurred background can be
>>> achieved.
>>>
>>> As for music, I suggest this:
>>> http://lullatone.bandcamp.com/album/soundtracks-for-everyday-adventures
>>>
>>> Also, check out this commercial:
>>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2XmymhCdHU
>>> It's absolutely stunning. Obviously we won't be able to make something
>>> like that, but it's a good inspiration.
>>>
>>>
>>> Piggy
>>>
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