Brian Wells

Last month I ordered a new subscription online and my first issue arrived today, I paid less than that. Really, though, what's $10 in the scheme of things?

You're funny! The mall is not public property!

Sorry, I was wrong. On their website it appears subscriptions and renewals are the same price, $29.95/year. Are you telling me they sent you a "Clubhouse Special" for a One Year Renewal for $50 more than $29.95 (in other words, $79.95)? Surprising, indeed. http://www.theasc.com/cgibin/store/acsstor...&catalogno=sub4

Probably 96 or 120fps.

Obviously, the lowest price is reserved for new subcriptions and those clever enough to get a new subcription instead of a renewal... But, is it worth saving a few dollars to risk missing an issue in between subscriptions? See, now they've really got you in between a rock and a hard place. B)

Good luck getting permission to film/video in the mall. If you are able to shoot there, then personally I would go with lav's instead of a boom. Standard protocol on reality shows is a signed release AND a Polaroid of the person you are recording. Sometimes crews will use iZone sticky film and attach the picture onto the release permanently so they don't become separated.

Depends on the type of measurements you need to make: Spot, Incident, or Foot Candles? Each one requires a different meter. If you need all the functionality, it may be more affordable to buy a single combination meter (such as Sekonic L-608) instead of buying three individual meters.

Removing the lens hood and rubber eyepiece makes the camera look much smaller -- but, maybe not small enough? The drop in sensitivity of smaller cameras may result in create dark, unusable images. Something to think about.

I was referring to a specific portable unit from Losmandy called the FlexTrack dolly. Even with four wheels and an operator on-board, it wasn't very smooth when I tried it. In fact, it was embarrassing. The Indie dolly looks like a much better solution because of the metal tracks. I'd sure like to try it before I buy it, though. The dolly I really like is a $600 unit from Long Valley Equipment. It is quite smooth, even on plastic pipe. They also have curved tracks. Might be worth a look. www.longvalleyequipment.com

Dollies need weight to be smooth. Non-ridable lightweight units typically haven't been very smooth in my limited experience. I'd very much prefer steel track with a converted-for-track-use doorway dolly. It's a very heavy kit.

"The paths of glory lead but to the grave." - Thomas Gray (1716-71)

Sounds like this guy is willing to accept whatever he ends up with -- even garbage. Personally, I like working for producers who push me to be excellent. Not comparing images from vastly different imaging systems before shooting a film is unwise. Sure says a lot about the man in charge.

Yes, and I'm sure there are boatloads of CPA's prepared to hire lobbyists to ensure that never happens!

Sometimes you just can't make these things up! The website is online. Try removing the first set of "http's" from the link. Then, it should work. Cheers!

Laurent, Try this link; it works for me: http://www.aaton.com/news/index.php?nid=9

Hi Brad, I guess I was thinking more along the lines of regional S16 than national 35mm. Still, if there is hope of earning that much money as a DP, then I had better get my act together... Thanks for the info, Brian Wells VIDEO camera operator, Indiana

At least in the states, it is not uncommon for a DP shooting commercials on film to make $1500 a day + kit rental. The Chief Lighting Technician (aka Gaffer) is the DP's right hand man, but it is definitely not an entry level position...

Stephen, Your comment reminds me of something Constantine Makris said in the October 1998 American Cinematographer referring to his work on Law & Order, "I once lit a scene with just those two lights; we had the 18K through the window and used the pencil-sized Kino as a minuscule eyelight."

I realize you are gaffer on this shoot, but I can't help wonder "Why" the photographer chose that specific recipe! It sounds like a lot of work.

I bought mine a month ago for $528 and the lamps were $22 each! It is a really bright fixture with a lot of punch -- especially considering the wattage. The output is comparable to a 2' 4-Bank Select system. Yet another option is the Gyoury light. It uses the same lamps as the Diva, but offers a lot of mounting accessories such as the ability to mount the lamps directly in the car on a visor, etc. The basic fixture is about $975, though. Chupap has a couple of them in LA, as I recall. Brian

The 110W Diva200 works fine for me on a non-sine wave inverter in the car. They are cheap lights, too - $575 with lamps. It could be mounted on the car window with a suction cup mount... But, I haven't tried that, yet. 12v LitePanels are another option -- but they cost more than the Kino!

Globalization at its best...

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He did change his title to "student". That means something, doesn't it?

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