YouTube Speech to Text Ooh Yeah!
Trying to find a video from something a Candidate said?
YouTube just launched a Speach to Text feature, where you can type word or phrase and youtube looks through the collected Metadata, and shows you a video where that line was said!
Check out the Article!
Or
Go to YouTube and See this NEW Feature!
JOHN HALEY
Posted at 04:12PM Jul 31, 2008 by John Haley in General | Comments[1]
FIRST ANNUAL IBC LAFCPUG SUPERMEET
FIRST ANNUAL IBC FCPUG SUPERMEET AMSTERDAM, SEPT.14
TICKETS NOW ON SALE
Posted at 12:05AM Jul 31, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[0]
Supernova in Los Angeles
SuperNova's Scott Novasic lands in Los Angeles.
You can read about him in CreativeMac this week.
To contact Scott directly, send him an email at scottnovasic @ mac.com.
Posted at 10:02PM Jul 30, 2008 by ko maruyama in PR News | Comments[0]
SIGGRAPH coming up
SIGGRAPH 2008 is evolving along with the computer graphics and interactive techniques community.
Join 30,000 creators of computer graphics and interactive techniques at SIGGRAPH 2008 in Los Angeles, 11-15 August, for world-class technical presentations, creative exploration, and the industry's largest marketplace of products and services: the SIGGRAPH Exhibition. See, hear, and interact at SIGGRAPH 2008 with digital innovators, creative researchers, award-winning producers, provocative artists, energetic executives, and adventurous engineers.
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 29, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[0]
Trapcode Gallery
We all Love the Trapcode plugins! They are useful for many many neat effects in our projects.
Recently!
Peder Norrby has posted a GALLERY of many cool spots where TRAPCODE is being used.
You can even submit your own work!
I recommend we all go check out this gallery and take advantage of our broadband internet!!!
CHECK IT OUT HERE!
JOHN HALEY
Posted at 09:37PM Jul 28, 2008 by John Haley in Visual | Comments[0]
fun with foil: 3D easter stuff
I was going to make a quick project about printed foil (or applying a texture to separate faces of single item), and I got carried away in texture creation. Beware: Material layers in CINEMA 4D are so much fun (and easy), you can easily lose hours to creative play. file download.easter egg_foil_01.c4d.zip
Posted at 01:36PM Jul 28, 2008 by ko maruyama in Free Stuff-n-Downloads | Comments[0]
More Flip Boom fun...
DRIPPY / SPLATTY / 1 FRAME STUFF
The latest Flip Boom tutorial experiment. simple animation tutorials for free - - - Click READ MORE to see more tutorials. I need to start cataloguing these - - there might be a tutorial missing here.... I'll try to check later this week...
flipboom flip boom? Toon boom TOONBOOM - - sorry I forget to split these up.....
Posted at 08:50AM Jul 28, 2008 by ko maruyama in Tutorials | Comments[2]
DMALA Book offer
Are you a member of DIGITAL MEDIA ARTISTS / LOS ANGELES? If you are, you can take part in this offer from Peachpit books (publishers of tons of Adobe and MacOS books, including books on Photoshop and web authoring).
If you're not a member, you can sign up for free here: http://dmala.org/joindmala.html
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 28, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[1]
Turning an idea for a video into reality
In the last 6 months or so, as part of a college course I'm doing in Media Studies, we were set a Final Major project, with a brief of what was needed in the FMP, but up to the individuals a to what were to film.
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 28, 2008 by Michael Smith in General | Comments[0]
Dr Who: The Complete Second Series DVD Box Set Review.
Dr Who has been on the screens for 45 years this year... and being British, it's hard not to be a fan of the show.
[Read More]Posted at 08:58PM Jul 25, 2008 by Michael Smith in General | Comments[0]
MacDay LA: Tomorrow LosAngeles
MacDayLA
Discover Learn Socialize Play
Saturday, July 26
10 am - 6 pm +
Sponsored by PerformerTrack
July Location: Busby's
(on Wilshire 1 1/2 blocks west of LaBrea in L.A)
5346 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
Agenda online at http://macdayla.com/agenda
For just one fee you can be part of all of these sessions
Posted at 08:57PM Jul 25, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[0]
Motionographer Two Point O'!
Posted at 07:54AM Jul 25, 2008 by John Haley in General | Comments[1]
san jose: woz street
I love San Jose, CA hehehheh... WOZ Street. My kids thought it was shorthand for "Wizard of OZ".... pay no attention to the man behind that curtain.
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 25, 2008 by ko maruyama in Visual | Comments[0]
Smart Sound : Sonic Fire 5 - "coming soon"
If you're also askingabout when SmartSound's version 5 is coming out, you're not alone. I first heard about SonicFire Pro from Chris Meyer - if you're not familiar with the software, check out his tutorials on their site...
http://www.smartsound.com/support/answers/link.php?id=874
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 25, 2008 by ko maruyama in Software | Comments[0]
DAZ sports new models and galleries
DAZ3D sports the new victoria millenium 3D models. With Siggraph around the corner, it's definitely a site worth checking out.
Their online shop has tons of figures on sale right now...DAZ: victoria
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 25, 2008 by ko maruyama in Software | Comments[0]
Twenty120 LIVE
Last Thursday in Los Angeles PromaxBDA screened Twenty Spots each 120 Seconds. The theme Truth vs. Deception.
I was lucky enough to make this event and enjoy all 20 of the spots. After checking out the website I found out everyone is able to see them!
Go to www.twenty120.com/ and click on "FILMS" link. ENJOY!
and don't forget to check out promaxbda.org who put this all together.
JOHN HALEY
Posted at 12:46AM Jul 24, 2008 by John Haley in Events | Comments[0]
PauseNYC / grab some early tickets
Posted at 12:27AM Jul 24, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[0]
MobileMe Reviewed
Have you been thinking of putting out $100 and finally getting your @me.com account.
I've been considering it! But I have spoken with a few people, and out of three friends one of then acutally like the MAKEOVER.
Looking around on the internet I have come across a review by Walter S. Mossberg!
Check out his thoughts for Buiness and Personal use.
Posted at 12:15AM Jul 24, 2008 by John Haley in General | Comments[0]
Mimobots : STARWARS next
Mimoco proudly presents Star Wars MIMOBOT® Series designer USB flash drives! Two of your favorite galaxies have collided to create a collection of Star Wars MIMOBOT crossover characters. Each are available in 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB capacities and come preloaded with exclusive Star Wars MIMOBOT content like mimoByte sound software, and the mimoDeskhttp://lab.mimoco.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=195
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 24, 2008 by ko maruyama in General | Comments[0]
PSN Game: Fat Princess
After getting back into your chair after rolling on the floor laughing at the title of the upcoming Playstation Network game "Fat Princess", take a moment to check out these screenshots and features. I dunno about you, but this game looks FUN.
Posted at 05:46PM Jul 23, 2008 by Steve Toyama in Toys & Games | Comments[0]
Imagineer Sale... Only a week left
You only have about a week left to get some Imagineer software for 50% off by visiting Toolfarm.com..
If you want to check out some tutorials from Dave Basulto, check him out on creativemac.
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 22, 2008 by ko maruyama in Software | Comments[0]
Add notes in After Effects
Write notes for yourself, for
others. It's a good way to keep the project handoff nice and easy to
understand. There are so many different ways to do it in After
Effects, some more obious than others.
http://creativemac.digitalmedianet.com/articles/viewarticle.jsp?id=34619
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 22, 2008 by ko maruyama in Software | Comments[0]
New Spore Trailer is Out
Will Wright, the originator of the Sim series, has brought you games such as SimCity and SimLife. So what's next you ask? A SimUniverse, of course! If you haven't heard of Spore yet. Check out this new trailer straight from E3.
Posted at 09:45PM Jul 21, 2008 by Steve Toyama in Toys & Games | Comments[0]
Game Consoles for MOVIES + TV Shows
Trying to bring more entertainment to our living rooms, which is great for all of us! Save fuel on driving down the street to rent a movie!
Also we don't have to wait for the Post Office to deliver a flick! Pretty soon we can do it with our GAME CONSOLES!
Xbox has teamed up with the popular Netflix in bringing its service to the Xbox 360! Coming late Fall.
Check out the article HERE
PlayStation 3 has cooked up something similar to the Apple TV, bring you movies and TV shows. Prices range from $2.99 to $5.99 to rent, and $9.99 to $14.99 for Purchase. This service also works with the PSP!
Check out the PRESS RELEASE!
Posted at 12:00PM Jul 21, 2008 by John Haley in General | Comments[0]
Adobe Labs post public betas
. It merits another posting, especially if you haven't downloaded it to try it out.
The latest version of Dreamweaver is in public beta now, and has support for Adobe AIR authoring and Photoshop Smart Objects...
If you're a Photoshop user, you need to get on the Smart Objects: forward, next-level layer organization.
Also:
Posted at 03:00AM Jul 21, 2008 by ko maruyama in Software | Comments[0]
Apple Color Essential Training Lynda.com: Review
A while ago, Lynda.com released a training title called Apple Color Essential Training, by Robbie Carman.
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 21, 2008 by Michael Smith in General | Comments[0]
Photoshop CS3 : Precomps
If you're an After Effects user, you know all about "precomps" or "nested comps". It's basically a set of layers that creates a single image that you can use in your animation. In Photoshop CS3, you can also make precomps. They're called Smart Object layers, and you're gonna love 'em.
Read all / tutorial
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 18, 2008 by ko maruyama in Tutorials | Comments[0]
Kung Fu Red by Michael Scott
Kung Fu Red, is a example of simple film shot use a Red camera.
[Read More]Posted at 06:45AM Jul 17, 2008 by Michael Smith in Visual | Comments[0]
ELEMENTAL 3 ? The World's Best Autodesk Art
BALLISTIC PUBLISHING ANNOUNCES ? ELEMENTAL 3 ? The World's Best Autodesk Art
The ELEMENTAL series showcases the world?s best digital artwork created with Autodesk software. ELEMENTAL 3 is packed with exciting imagery from Autodesk customers with a strong emphasis on architectural and design visualization. For the first time in an ELEMENTAL title ? Autodesk Maya and Autodesk Mudbox artwork are also included.
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 17, 2008 by ko maruyama in Visual | Comments[0]
Bruce Nazarian @ SF Cutters
If you're in Las Vegas or Los Angeles, you have more opportunity to see Bruce Nazarian speak at regular functions, but if you want to see Bruce in San Francisco, here's a chance!
Limited enrollment Small Group...
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 16, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[0]
Mod-cast: Brad talks to modelers of WallE's Eve character...
Mod-cast: Brad talks to modelers of WallE's Eve character & Toy Story 3
Brad Peebler of Luxology is back with another fascinating modcast; this time delving behind the scenes at Pixar Animation Studios to learn how two artists prepare characters and props for the big screen. Jason Bickerstaff and Rich Hurrey of Pixar provide fascinating insight on what it takes to create (and sometimes re-create!) high-quality 3D models of characters and props that will hold up in various shots in a feature film. The focus is on how topology matters as they discuss WALL-E, Presto and Toy Story 3. The interview also contains some fascinating bits about the early days at Pixar, including some funny examples of office life in the uber creative world of Pixar. The interview has a buoyant quality to it, with everyone clearly enjoying each others company.
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 15, 2008 by ko maruyama in Software | Comments[0]
twitchy dog: Animation in PSCS3e
You'll need Adobe Photoshop CS3 - EXTENDED to pull this off, but it's a lot of fun... and you have access to all of those great PSD brushes....
http://creativemac.digitalmedianet.com/articles/viewarticle.jsp?id=450862
Posted at 07:31PM Jul 14, 2008 by ko maruyama in Free Stuff-n-Downloads | Comments[0]
Matt Wiley's InDesign Day
In a previous post, I showed the super-sped up work of a modo user - now Matt Wiley has done it with his layout design work in Adobe's InDesign for Royal Academy magazine while setting an article about Kahn's British Art Center at Yale in New Haven, CT...
[Read More]Posted at 12:00AM Jul 14, 2008 by ko maruyama in Visual | Comments[0]
Static Noise Project in AE CS3
I'm sure there are a dozen different versions of this online - - but it was easier to make (about 5 minutes) than it was to search for a reference. The audio was created with After Effects Audio plugins, so it's all self-contained, but you'll need AE CS3 to open it.
If you want some cool looking effects for your actual video, you'll probably want to purchase either TWITCH, a new plugin from Andrew Kramer, or DAMAGE, a new plugin from DigiEffects.
Posted at 08:05PM Jul 11, 2008 by ko maruyama in Free Stuff-n-Downloads | Comments[0]
Arlene Bogna @ Art Scene Cal
Suvan Geer says:
It?s impossible to view Arlene Bogna?s ?Safari Americana? photographs and not sink into a nostalgic reverie. Her color saturated images of hulking man-made bovines standing like dumb, complacent sentinels in dark R.V. parks or empty dirt lots bring with them a strong whiff of this country?s historic car culture. 
It?s Route 66, roadside-stands selling local produce and small Western towns with a home grown sense of humorous advertising moxie that her photo safari casts as its exotic locales. She asks us to consider what it is in human nature, or the American psyche, that makes us delight in the sight of painted, three dimensional animals perched atop sign poles or hawking honey from flat bed trucks. Often it is just the familiarity of a sight pulled up from the nation?s fast vanishing roadway past that we think about.
Read all @ArtSceneCal
You can see Arlene's work June 21 - July 18, 2008 at Gallery 825, West Hollywood
Posted at 08:00PM Jul 11, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[1]
LAFCPUG : Final Cut in Hollywood
Join us as welcome Quantum Solutions to lafcpug to talk about the ever
important question of archiving and storage. Also Steve Martin of Ripple
Training returns to lafcpug to show off and talk about the one Pro App in
the Final Cut Studio suite that no one seems to understand, but should,
Soundtrack Pro 2.
Also the students from SFETT will make their annual pilgrimage to lafcpug to
show and tell all about their upcoming iCan 9 Film Festival in San Fernando,
CA. Plus the FCP Tip/Trick of the Month, Stump The Gurus, Show and Tells and
of course, World Famous Raffle. And much much more.
Agenda will be set about one week before meeting date.
A $5.00 donation will be requested at the door. Doors open at 6PM. lafcpug
meetings are open to the public. First come, best seat.
Posted at 12:00AM Jul 11, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[1]
Artbeats over Los Angeles
Shoot for the stars and take a trip high above the corporate towers and historic attractions of one of the most famous cities in the United States with Los Angeles Aerials 2 Downtown and Los Angeles Aerials 2 Surrounding Area, the newest royalty-free stock footage collections from Artbeats.
Posted at 09:00AM Jul 10, 2008 by ko maruyama in Visual | Comments[1]
Toolfarm Trys Kung Fu With Shine Studios
Well Sort of, but the did infact have an interview with the Creative Director Michael Riley over at Shine Studios about the Kung Fu Panda Titles. I always find these very fun to read, I am one who heads over to Barns & Nobile and read these in the Magazines, yet this one won't be found there.
READ HERE @ Toolfarm.com
Posted at 08:21AM Jul 10, 2008 by John Haley in General | Comments[1]
Newtek Lightwave 9.5 at SigGraph 2008
31 Days till SigGraph 2008.
This year it will be held in Los Angeles August 11th-15th.
If you have Registered for your EXPO Pass Newtek has your passcode: New2205
Don't forget to visit there Booth #159 to be the first to experience the new release of LightWave 9.5!
Newtek / SigGraph Information Page
See you there!
Visit SigGraph 2008
Posted at 12:01AM Jul 10, 2008 by John Haley in Events | Comments[1]
MAXON at Siggraph 2008
MAXON, entering its 12th year as a SIGGRAPH exhibitor, will begin this years show on August 12th with a press conference and sit-down luncheon, hosted by MAXON USAs president and CEO, Paul Babb, who will be on hand with Marco Tillman, MAXON Computer product manager, and renowned industry guest presenters to deliver breaking news, answer questions and provide demonstrations of the companys popular CINEMA 4D and BodyPaint 3D software applications in action.
Posted at 08:05AM Jul 09, 2008 by ko maruyama in Events | Comments[1]
