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| tiempo de vals |
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LaUrA :: Posted:
Mon Jul 11, 2005 11:06 am
I need advice... can i use tiempo De Vals to dance with my brothers and grandpas  ... where can i listen to Tiempo De Vals instrumental...
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| Karina's Valses |
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Karina's Valses :: Posted:
Mon Jul 11, 2005 9:44 am
Hi! I would like to introduce myself. I am a Waltz Instructor. I service Southern California.
Here is my website:
Karina's Valses Website
If you got any questions, please ask away!
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| Tips on hiring a Videographer |
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My15Birthday :: Posted:
Sun Jul 10, 2005 10:41 pm
Tips on Hiring a Videographer
Before they hit the big screen, all movies go through a certain process: the budgeting, the crew hiring, the equipment selection, the shooting, the editing. The same holds true for your event video. Though it's not a Hollywood blockbuster, your big-day film will undoubtedly make it onto your own personal top ten list. So make sure it's created with the same attention to detail as a multiplex masterpiece.
Customers are often tempted to enlist a friend or relative with a camcorder to tape their event. While an amateur video is better than no video at all, it's usually way below the quality that a professional can deliver. "Just because someone has a kitchen doesn't mean they can bake a event cake!". If you'd like a professional-looking video, you're going to have to go with a pro.
Act One: The Search
To find a videographer, start by asking friends and family for recommendations. You can also contact a professional videographers' organization.
After you've identified a few candidates, meet with them in person so you can see examples of their work. I recommend that you take a look at a full-length event video in addition to demo tapes. "Trust your eyes and your ears" when selecting a videographer. "If you don't like the look or the sound of a video you're being shown, or if you are bored watching it, that's not the fault of the event. It's up to the videographer to produce a high-quality video edit that's entertaining to watch."
Act Two: The Selection
Make sure you ask questions about the videographer's professional background (such as the number of events they've shot and any special training they've received). The most important thing to look for when choosing a videographer is experience: "A seasoned professional will be technically and artistically proficient. He will know how to gather the right footage, how to properly frame and focus shots, how to discreetly and properly light a scene and take care of audio considerations."
Since videographic technology is changing quickly, find out if the person is up to speed with the latest equipment and techniques. "The best format to tape with today is digital video." Videos recorded digitally can be transferred to a VHS tape or to a DVD, an increasingly popular option. DVDs make it much easier to edit the video, meaning your pro can, "manipulate images, rearrange scenes, add tasteful special effects, change colors or backgrounds and improve picture quality."
I suggest that you also ask how many cameras the videographer will use. "This comes down to budget, but it's really preferable to have at least two cameras; you're limited with one." (I also recommends checking with your clergy member to be sure that at least one camera will be allowed up front in the altar area.) Also, find out how the videographer records sound. A new audio advancement is tiny, wireless microphones that "can be clipped to a lapel and that are almost invisible. This lets you have nice, clear uninterrupted sound."
Learn what type of editing the videographer uses. Some videographers use in-camera editing (which is basically just the footage as it was shot, with little or no editing afterwards), which is the least costly but most limited method of editing. Others may spend up to 20 hours editing your video and making it television quality.
When it comes to video style, you've got a range of options. The "waltz rehearsals" or the "gathering of sponsors" is increasingly popular. "These videos are the story behind the story, how the event came together. It's important family history. Sometimes these segments are produced in the relaxed style of A&E's Biography or a high-energy TV special. The videographer might take the participants to some of their favorite spots, interview them about their relationship or get reactions from friends and family. On the event video, the "how it all began" segment usually appears as a prelude to the actual ceremony." Another emerging trend is videos shot in an MTV, music-video style.
How to make a good style match? Tell the videographer what your television viewing preferences are.
Finally, if you're dealing with a videography studio, be sure to indicate in your contract the specific person you want to shoot your event. Often, studios will employ more than one videographer, and it's important to make it clear which one you want to work with.
Act Three: The Event Day
You can make the videographer's experience a little easier by supplying a schedule of the day's events. Be sure to introduce the videographer to the key players in your event?for example, your parents?to ensure that these VIPs are featured appropriately. You might want to pay extra to have the videographer shoot the rehearsal dinner. This will familiarize him or her with your ceremony, and allow for prenuptial mingling with the important folks.
And remember: Your videographer needs to eat! Supply a meal?and if there's an assistant, feed them too. They have been with you all day!!
Post-Production: The Final Cut
Some event videos take months to complete, so when you sign your contract make sure you get an idea of when you can expect to see the finished product. And find out exactly what you'll get: Discuss with your videographer whether you will receive just an edited copy of the event video, or if you will also receive the raw footage, i.e., all the material that was shot over the course of the day. Some videographers include the raw footage, some don't. If you have a preference, hire accordingly. (This is why DVD is so fashionable now. It's like having the unedited and the edited versions on the same DVD.)
Once your video's in, make a party of it: Invite over the video's stars, whip up some popcorn, and wait for the applause for your big film debut.
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| Tips on hiring a Photographer |
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My15Birthday :: Posted:
Sun Jul 10, 2005 10:20 pm
Hiring a Professional Photographer
You're creating memories on your event day and there's nothing like still photographs to capture a special moment in time. There's no turning back the clock, so your choice of a photographer is a very important one.
Shop around and ask for referrals. If possible, view other's entire event albums and pay special attention to the lighting. How well did the photographer use natural and artificial lighting? Did he/she also capture candid shots that tell the rest of the story?
Book Well in Advance
Make sure you book the date for your event pictures early on so you can have your first choice of professional photographers. You should hire someone who also looks professional so you don't have a slob hanging around your formal event. This could cause embarrassment you didn't anticipate.
Ask the studio to view a large variety of photo samples, and make note of the individual photographer who worked each event. Hire a specific photographer that impressed you, not just the studio. Make sure it's finalized when you sign the contract.
Things You Need to Know
- What is the overall cost?
- How much is the deposit and when is the balance due?
- Will there be an assistant?
- What hours is the photographer available?
- Can you purchase the negatives?
- When will the proofs be ready for viewing?
- What is the quality of the photo album?
- How long does it take to receive your final order?
- What happens if my first choice of photographer has an emergency and isn't available?
- Are there any additional charges, for example, mileage?
Freelance Event Photographers
There are benefits to freelance photographers, particularly the cost. The charges are less because they usually work out of their home and don't pay for the overhead of a large studio. Often, the photographer will take the pictures and turn the negatives over to you to have the photos printed professionally. Many seasoned veterans give you the choice of whether you want them to develop the pictures, or if you are to take total control.
Get it in Writing - Sign a Contract
After you've made all decisions, make sure all of the info is included on the contract -- such as the exact date, time and location for your ceremony and reception, and which package you've chosen. Include your contact information. Likewise, make sure you have emergency contact numbers for the studio and photographer. You can try to negotiate smaller fees. If successful, get this in writing as well.
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