Lately, I have been experimenting with video production and have been working hard to learn new technology and workflow. The above video was pieced together as a way to learn Final Cut Pro. It took me much longer than it should have, but I learned a lot about editing along the way.
The original footage was shot back in February and was not planned. I used this day as an opportunity to play and experiment with the Canon 5D Mark II. This video is by no means perfect, but it was a hell of a lot of fun to make.
In the spirit of learning, please give me your feedback. What do you like about the video, what do you dislike? I am open to all comments and suggestions.
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5 Response to Moving Toward Motion
Ryan, This is a fun video. I love the fact that you actually went ahead and made it. I am trying to get into it but having trouble finding time. From the little video I have done, the only thing I could say is that it is hard to shoot hand held because any little movement shows. Other than that there are great shots, lighting and angles. Congrats! -Jim
Good work, Ryan! The one piece of constructive criticism I'd give is working a bit on camera stabilization and movement. A rig like this would really help: http://www.adorama.com/RRCSDBLGDBLG.html That said, not having used a pro rig like this, you did a great job!
Jim and Shalom, thank you for your honest feedback.
Jim, time has been an issue for me as well and I have found that I curb many projects because I set such high standards for myself. While I think high standards are great, sometimes it's beneficial to just get it out there. That's what this video represents, because if I would have waited until it was perfect, I'd never have started this conversation. As Seth Godin might say, shipping is essential to becoming a linchpin.
Shalom, I have been learning the importance of camera stabilization and hope to purchasing some DSLR camera rigs in the near future. Thanks for the link!
Nice work, Ryan.
Maybe it's me, but I couldn't view it correctly unless I saw it on YouTube. It worked great on YouTube, though.
That's the fun of FCP, I think. Outputting is a mystery and trial and error takes a long time to teach me anything.
That said, I think you made a great effort here. I liked the selective focus and the view from above in particular. Congratulations on your great attitude and spirit. You're an inspiration.
Thanks for the comment Thomas and thank you for mentioning that you had difficulty viewing the video. When I originally posted I had trouble getting it to format properly, but thought I had figured it out. I'd love to hear if anyone else is experiencing problems.
The view from above is one of my favorite shots in this video too. Whenever I watch it I am reminded that I was standing on the top step of an 8 foot ladder on top of a skateboard ramp only inches away from the snowboarder. I had complete confidence in his ability to not hit me.
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