March 3rd, 2008
Jump, Boy Angel...
For bigger pics, go here.
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Entries for March, 2008
March 6th, 2008
Attempts at Corporate Vid
Today I Grabble at Video
Worked for a few hours on this. As a result, I re-learned many things and learned many new things. I'm quite proud of it save for the jittery clip between the middle and end. The audio is not the best, but that's the best we can do without an external directional mic.
Salon Today 360 Welcome
Coming up next:
A Newbie's Meditations on Video Editing
Worked for a few hours on this. As a result, I re-learned many things and learned many new things. I'm quite proud of it save for the jittery clip between the middle and end. The audio is not the best, but that's the best we can do without an external directional mic.
Salon Today 360 Welcome
Coming up next:
A Newbie's Meditations on Video Editing
March 8th, 2008
The Reason for God
On Thursday, Pastor Dan Ying (of NSCCC) and I went to Northwestern to hear Tim Keller. Dr Keller has a new book out - "The Reason for God." I recorded a five minute clip of him summarizing some points form his book. Check it out. To help you understand the context, his preceding point was:
Everyone has a combination of three reasons for belief or disbelief in God. They are intellectual, social and personal reasons. A person cannot have just one reason for holding his convictions, he must have all three. (Though for every individual the reasons often vary in degree or magnitude).
In this video, (if I remember correctly) he explains the "personal" element.
Any striking quotes?
Everyone has a combination of three reasons for belief or disbelief in God. They are intellectual, social and personal reasons. A person cannot have just one reason for holding his convictions, he must have all three. (Though for every individual the reasons often vary in degree or magnitude).
In this video, (if I remember correctly) he explains the "personal" element.
Any striking quotes?
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March 11th, 2008
Flesh and Blood
John 6: 53-60
Then the Jews began to argue sharply among themselves, "How can this man give us his flesh to eat?"
Jesus said to them, "I tell you the truth, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day. For my flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me, and I in him. Just as the living Father sent me and I live because of the Father, so the one who feeds on me will live because of me. This is the bread that came down from heaven. Your forefathers ate manna and died, but he who feeds on this bread will live forever." He said this while teaching in the synagogue in Capernaum.
On hearing it, many of his disciples said, "This is a hard teaching. Who can accept it?"
Then the Jews began to argue sharply among themselves, "How can this man give us his flesh to eat?"
Jesus said to them, "I tell you the truth, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day. For my flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me, and I in him. Just as the living Father sent me and I live because of the Father, so the one who feeds on me will live because of me. This is the bread that came down from heaven. Your forefathers ate manna and died, but he who feeds on this bread will live forever." He said this while teaching in the synagogue in Capernaum.
On hearing it, many of his disciples said, "This is a hard teaching. Who can accept it?"
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March 12th, 2008
Max Payne and the Zerg
March 13th, 2008
They Just Keep On Comin'
Ang Lee screwed up a couple of years ago with his version of "The Hulk" (according to the pundits), and I sorta agree. I mean, Bruce Banner (scientist) shouldn't look cut like Eric Bana. He should look more like this guy. Exciting stuff.
Watch it in HD if you dare.
Watch it in HD if you dare.
March 24th, 2008
A Newbie’s Meditations on Video Editing
If you’re a cameraman, use this list to keep the relationship with your video-editor pleasant. You never want to make your video-editor angry. For many of you though - the cameraman, director, video-editor, performer AND interviewer is going to be one and the same person: yourself. No problem - this applies to you cheap hobos too. Poverty-stricken, multitasking chaps - this list can help you keep your sanity.
(Apply to amateur production only)
Nothing can replace good planning and good execution
In other words, never say “Oh it’s okay, we can make that happen in post (production),” when you can shoot it correctly in real life. Do your job right, cameraman. That’s what ‘multiple takes’ are for.
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(Apply to amateur production only)
Nothing can replace good planning and good execution
In other words, never say “Oh it’s okay, we can make that happen in post (production),” when you can shoot it correctly in real life. Do your job right, cameraman. That’s what ‘multiple takes’ are for.
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On Being a Big
I am a Big - Which Also Means I Have a Little
Perhaps to some of you this title does not make any sense. I'll explain; recently I joined a neat non-profit called Big Brothers Big Sisters. BBBS is an organization centered on the idea of connecting volunteer mentors (Bigs) to younger kids (Littles). Volunteers who pass a background check are then paired with their own Little. Everyone then hopes that they each enjoy the other's company and become fast friends. That's the program in a nutshell.
If You Could Be Any Animal
My Little, who will remain unnamed, is an active 9 year old. He's so cool. Tonight he told me what he would like to be if he could be any animal.
A sloth.
He then threw a football into my groin.
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Perhaps to some of you this title does not make any sense. I'll explain; recently I joined a neat non-profit called Big Brothers Big Sisters. BBBS is an organization centered on the idea of connecting volunteer mentors (Bigs) to younger kids (Littles). Volunteers who pass a background check are then paired with their own Little. Everyone then hopes that they each enjoy the other's company and become fast friends. That's the program in a nutshell.
If You Could Be Any Animal
My Little, who will remain unnamed, is an active 9 year old. He's so cool. Tonight he told me what he would like to be if he could be any animal.
A sloth.
He then threw a football into my groin.
(Read More)
March 26th, 2008
Quote of the Day
Another reason to think Erwin McManus is just so darn cool.
On Vegetarianism
“But I have an ethical dilemma with being a vegetarian. I just don’t think it’s right to eat anything that cannot run for its life. Fruit and vegetables are trapped; I just think it’s wrong.”
-Erwin McManus
(For the sake of clarification, he does not hate vegans or vegetarians)
On Vegetarianism
“But I have an ethical dilemma with being a vegetarian. I just don’t think it’s right to eat anything that cannot run for its life. Fruit and vegetables are trapped; I just think it’s wrong.”
-Erwin McManus
(For the sake of clarification, he does not hate vegans or vegetarians)
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The Downside of Living in the Metro
Some consider it spectacular. Others call it "invasion of privacy." For now, I'm just going to call it "freaky." I'm talking about the Google Maps' Street View feature. Have you google-mapped your home or your favorite places to hang out? I tell ya - "freaky" is no overstatement. Now that I live in a metro area (Chicagoland), I actually get to see familiar sights on this feature.
A week ago my bro and I went to Penang, a Malaysian restaurant in Chinatown. And courtesy of GoogleMaps, I can now show you exactly what we saw.
Next you'll see the Barnes & Noble that I visit after work sometimes. I frequent the comics section. What? You don't see the Barnes & Noble?
Blasted Google map-makers. The picture is several months antiquated. The building is still being constructed. Sigh. I bet it'll take them another 2 months to set up a live video stream system, GoogleVoyeur.
March 27th, 2008
Scourge of Our Modern Existence
stencil fine print hate sucks bane mankind read disclaimers message guerilla art banks corporate america paper tricks commercial advertising false poor money cheat people small words jargon specialized language disclaimer asterisk elitist elite education scourge modern times paperwork much overload hidden fees you know what i mean
March 28th, 2008
A Flash of Light and Then Some Green Too
Light illuminates the path ahead. It shows us what the future holds. It shows us what is in the realm of possibility. Light burns away the mental blockades and fans artistic inspiration.
O, may each of you find a muse every once in a while.
Okaydave.com caught my attention today. I spent a few minutes basking in its light. It also tempted some minor envy in me, admittedly. (Hence the word "green" in the title). Anyway, I was delighted enough in Dave's work to write him an email. He deserves the admiration whether or not he writes back.
Hi Dave,
You don't know me, and don't worry, I'm not trying to
look for a job - I'm just one of those people who
stumbled onto your site with StumbleUpon. You're very
inspiring, I'm a fan of your work and ideas. Just
wanted to let you know that you're awesome and I have
subscribed to your blog feed.
Can't wait for "Cadence" to come out! I hope I'll get
to experience it with my Little (from a local
BigBrothersBigSisters program).
I love multimedia too - seeing you weld different
elements into an integrated narrative - is just
breathtaking.
Though it seems a long way off, I hope one day I can
also wield the great katana of technology like you do!
maybe someday i'll finally learn flash,
King-Pui Leong
What amuses you?
It can be anything. Art draws inspiration from all. Drum a comment; I would love to check it out.