Not too long ago, I realized that I started in the film/video business before there was videotape. And now videotape has virtually disappeared. We used to say, roll film… then roll tape… now, what do we say? Roll… chip? Technology changes and changes and changes and changes, but telling stories pretty much remains the same. And one good thing about the arrival of silver hair, it seems to improve ones ability to spin yarns… and I’m not taking about knitting.
It’s been SIX years since I put anything in this blog. I know all of you have been checking here weekly, if not daily, to see WHEN I might say something of great import, again. 🙂 Well, today is not the day. But I do promise to say a few things about movies and acting… Continue Reading
Owner of local video production company replies to personal profile questions American-Statesman staff Name: Tom Herod Place of birth: Born in Slaton, Texas, near Lubbock. Family: My daughter plays volleyball, runs track and has the lead (Buttercup) in the KidsActing production of “Princess Bride” is in the seventh grade at the Khabele School. My wife is an attorney… Continue Reading
For those of you who are in the film business, you will know that the last shot of the day is called the “Martini Shot,” because you can imagine what follows. For as long as I’ve been working on films, television and commercial sets, we’ve always longed to hear the words “It’s the Martini.” There… Continue Reading
What are you trying to say and to whom? These are the first 2 questions you should ask. How do I need to impact or motivate my viewer? Do you just need to relay some facts? If so, make a Powerpoint and save your money, time and trouble. A moving image has the unique ability… Continue Reading