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August 10, 2018
4 Takeaways from Bradford Young on the Daily Grind of Being a Cinematographer
Bradford Young has only been working professionally for a decade and yet he’s already a legend in the industry.
Bradford Young, the maverick cinematographer, has likely shot one of your new favorite films. His work can be found in projects with as diverse a range of subjects as they are in budgets. He’s been linked to directors Ava DuVernay and Dee Rees from the beginning of their careers, shooting their early features, Middle of Nowhere and Pariah, respectively.
Young has shot urgent documentaries like Free Angela and All Political Prisoners, contemplative fiction like Ain’t Them Bodies Saints, A Most Violent Year, Selma and Arrival, and most recently lensed the mega-budgeted Solo: A Star Wars Story.
Source: NoFilmSchool
August 8, 2018
Analog Nights Series Photography in Sweden
Analog Nights Series Photography in Sweden
Simon Åslund is a photographer from Stockholm, Sweden and he’s been constantly posting incredible images on his social media outlets. The photography we want to feature in his post is from a series title NIGHT and as the name suggests, it’s all photos in the night. They are not just average photos, they feature the effect of the combo of light and fog to create simply stunning images. As a fan of light effects and neon, these photos are truly inspiring for me, and I hope they will inspire you as well.
This is an on-going series about the night. Photographs taken in Dalarna and Stockholm, Sweden (2017-2018).
For more information about Simon make sure to check out his Instagram profile and website.
Photography
abduzeedo
Aug 08, 2018
Source: Abduzeedo Photography
August 8, 2018
Facebook Messenger now includes AR games you can play with your friends
If sending messages wasn’t already enough with Facebook Messenger, users can now challenge friends to augmented reality games. With the new feature, you can play with up to six people at a time from anywhere in the world.
The post Facebook Messenger now includes AR games you can play with your friends appeared first on Digital Trends.
Source: Digital Trends VR
August 7, 2018
Exploring Hong Kong through Neon H-ART Series
Exploring Hong Kong through Neon H-ART Series
19 Tones is a visual artist, content creator and photographer based in Moscow, Russian Federation. He has created an incredible series entitled: H-ART series, what I love about it? Well even though it’s mentioning Neon, he is more focusing on the contrast instead of saturating the hues for a change (what we have been seeing a lot lately!). Well, it worked pretty well, I feel like it’s photography at its purest. Check it out!
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AoiroStudio
Aug 07, 2018
Source: Abduzeedo Photography
August 6, 2018
Convergence Tracks – PanelPicker Community Voting Guide
Things are still hot here in Austin, Texas, but our PanelPicker® session ideas for SXSW 2019 are looking even hotter.
At the SXSW headquarters, registration and housing for the 2019 event is now open and we have entered the season for 2019 SXSW PanelPicker® Community Voting from August 6-30. Lend us your expertise and weigh-in on the session proposals we have received for the 2019 SXSW season.
At the heart of the SXSW Conference, Convergence Tracks blend technology and culture into innovative and cross-disciplinary programming that inspires new levels of creative collaboration. Convergence programming brings new industries and new ideas to the forefront of the event. Explore the full list of Convergence Tracks for SXSW 2019 below and vote on the programming you deem worthy for the 2019 event.
2019 Convergence Tracks
Cannabusiness
March 14-16 | Navigate the technological, cultural, and political ecosystem surrounding the future of cannabis-focused enterprise. As cannabis becomes more widely legalized, there is immense opportunity for entrepreneurs to seek funding and grow their businesses within a rapidly evolving industry.
Cities, Government, & Politics
March 8-11 | The Cities, Government & Politics Track focuses on innovative city development, privacy issues, and how politics plays a role in shaping policy on all levels of government.
CLE
March 14-16 | Designed for US-based attorneys, entrepreneurs, and beyond – the Continuing Legal Education Track will include up to 12 hours of accredited sessions available at no extra cost to SXSW registrants. Delve into sessions covering hot-button legal issues across the music, film and emerging technologies industries.
Experiential Storytelling
March 8-10 | Investigate how experimental strategies are redefining the ways in which audiences experience their world.
Food
March 11-13 | Chefs, entrepreneurs, activists, farmers, scientists, and enthusiasts come together in the Food Track to explore ways in which technology and innovation can be leveraged to change the way we grow, cook and consume food to create a more sustainable and healthier world.
Media & Journalism
March 8-14 | Explore how journalism, analysis, and content distribution are being impacted by technology and culture. This track will examine the fast-changing media landscape, as older institutions and newer organizations battle for consumer attention.
Social & Global Impact
March 8-13 | The Social & Global Impact Track highlights innovations and initiatives that are contributing to a better and more equitable world.
Sports
March 8-10 | Dive into topics such as diversity and equality in sports, the implications of legal gambling, and athlete entrepreneurship. The Sports Track explores the future of sport from a cultural, philosophical, and technological perspective.
VR/AR/MR
March 11-13 | Virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality are pioneering new ways to dramatically enhance how we experience the world around us. Learn about our current capabilities with these interfaces as well as where these systems are heading in the next few years.
How to Vote
Voting for your favorite session ideas is easy! Visit panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote and login or create an account. Please note, if you created a SXSW account in 2013 or later, the same login and password will work.
After logging in to PanelPicker, filter through proposals by session format, programming track, and level. You can also search for by title, description, tags, and speakers in the search field.
Each voter can vote once per proposal – selecting “arrow up” for yes or “arrow down” for no. You can also leave a constructive comment about the proposals you vote on. Have a question for the organizer? This is also a great place to post all of your questions.
Do you still have questions about the Community Voting process? Check out the PanelPicker FAQ and try the SXSW PanelPicker page.
Help shape the SXSW 2019 Conference by browsing session ideas, leaving comments, and casting your vote on the programming you’d like to see in March.
Swim with a Shark: Rise and Grind to Maximize Your Day – Photo by Debra Reyes
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Source: SxSW Interactive
August 6, 2018
New Studio Spotlight: FOOL
New Studio Spotlight: FOOL
Started by artist and designer Chas Barton, the manhattan-based photography studio FOOL is quickly becoming one to look out for. Their unique take on lifestyle and fashion photography is blended beautifully with a wanderlust-worthy portfolio of beautiful backdrops and effective compositions that leave you wanting more.
What I love about Fool’s style is how classically cinematic it is — and how it captures the spirit and feeling of each moment without being too content-forward. Their stories are told through tiny glimpses into wider experiences, their meanings open to interpretation. With such a nostalgic approach to photography, their work is inspiring enough to keep you reminiscing on where you’ve been or what you’ve done, perhaps when you were younger and a little more foolish. Truth be told, I found myself flicking through their website, seething with jealousy that I was sitting in a box in Mountain View, and not on some sun drenched rope swing in Hawaii.
But the thing that keeps me coming back is that every photo seems to feel like part of a greater narrative — like these moments are somehow all intertwined in a way, and I’m following along on a story of someone’s life.
I reached out to Chas about what Fool is to him, and where he’s trying to take the studio.
In his own words:
“Fool is a world of beauty attempting to inspire people to live intentionally.
Today, we’re focused on photography. But in time we hope to be collaborating with the ‘fools’ of tomorrow, capturing the essence of their ‘foolish’ ideas. This could be photos, writings, social experiments, designs, and eventually products.
It’s never been about making money, It’s about playing with the most important ideas in my life and sharing them with anyone who will take a look.“
Check out FOOL on Instagram, or visit their website at www.fool-official.com.
Brett
Aug 06, 2018
Source: Abduzeedo Photography
August 6, 2018
Music Tracks – PanelPicker Community Voting Guide
Want to make the most out of your experience at SXSW 2019? Help guide the conversations that will take place at SXSW by participating in 2019 SXSW PanelPicker® Community Voting from August 6-30, 2018.
This year we have consolidated the music portion of the SXSW Conference into three Music Tracks: Making & Marketing Music, Music Industry & Culture, and Touring & Live Experience. Have a say in what music-related sessions you’d like to see at SXSW 2019. In the SXSW PanelPicker® platform, select “SXSW 2019” under the Conference dropdown and then filter proposals by Music Tracks found under the Track dropdown menu.
Read through session ideas, leave comments, and vote on what programming you would like to see at the 2019 SXSW Conference – take an active role in making sure that the topics most important to you are represented.
Music Tracks
Making & Marketing Music
March 12-16. The Making & Marketing Music Track inspires attendees to discover what happens when creativity meets technology, and the endless opportunities for artists and professionals to grow their audiences and create the unexpected.
Music Industry & Culture
March 12-16. As new technologies constantly disrupt industry practices, the Music Industry and Culture track explores music’s rich history to remind us that creativity and innovation are deeply embedded in its DNA.
Touring & Live Experience
March 12-16. The Touring & Live Experience Track highlights the role venues and festivals, large and small, play in supporting the dynamic touring industry that so many artists increasingly rely on for their livelihoods.
How to Vote
Visit panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote and login or create an account to participate in the voting process. If you have created a SXSW account in 2013 or later, you can use the same login and password.
Once you are logged in, you are ready to start the voting process. Filter proposals by session format, programming track, and level to find what interests you most. You can also search for by title, description, tags, and speakers in the search field.
Each voter can vote once per proposal – selecting “arrow up” for yes or “arrow down” for no. You can also leave a constructive comment or questions for the session organizer.
Have you entered a session? Gain online support for your idea and encourage voting. Use our “Vote For My PanelPicker Idea” graphics for promoting your session through your personal blog or social media channels.
For more information about the Community Voting process, read the PanelPicker FAQ and visit the SXSW PanelPicker page.
A Conversation with Kim Deal & Steve Albini – Photo by Jon Currie
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Source: SxSW Music
August 6, 2018
5 Showcase Application Tips from the SXSW Music Festival Team
The SXSW Music Festival invites artists from all over the world to Austin, Texas for a week every March to elevate their musical careers by performing in front of industry professionals and savvy fans. SXSW selects the best entries from the thousands of Showcasing Artist applications we receive each year to form the core of the festival. To help our artists best represent themselves in their application, we’ve asked members of the SXSW Music Festival Team to zoom in on specific fields of the application and provide some helpful tips on how to best fill them out. In addition to these great pointers, take a look back at last year’s tips for more general advice on what makes up a great application.
Showcase Application Tips
Include Relevant Press
“Throughout the application process, assume that we’re not familiar with your act. Be sure to include a few current and relevant press links which you feel are educational or frame you and your music in the correct way. A great interview in a small media outlet can be just as valuable, or even more so, than a brief mention in a large one.” – James Minor, Head of Music Festival
Hone Your Biography
“Submitting a clear, thorough, and succinct artist biography serves two key purposes. Of course, the music festival programming team wants to know who you are, where you come from, and where you’re going so we have some context when making a decision on your application. Beyond your application, if you are invited to be an official SXSW Showcasing Artist our marketing team will reference your biography in our own campaigns leading up to the music festival. Because of this, it’s very important your biography reflect how you want your band and music to be described.” – Rory Burbeck, Music Festival Programmer
Not Every Field Will Apply
“We’re not expecting every artist to be the shiny finished article, so if you’re aren’t able to fill out every field, have no fear. What we’re looking for is as much information as possible about the artists to help formulate our decisions, so at the beginning, we ask for everything. For example, Soundcloud can be a really valuable platform for us when reviewing some applications, however if your music is only on Spotify and Apple Music, that won’t rule you out of contention. As long as we can access the core information about the artist, hear their music and see how their music is engaging with the public, you’re in a good spot.” – Casper Mills, Music Festival Programmer
Don’t Skip the YouTube Link
“Providing us a link to your YouTube channel can be invaluable for us when we are evaluating. It allows us to see many different things. We check out any awesome videos you may have made – proving that you are taking the steps to be seen as a professional musician complete with music videos. But also if you have live footage posted that really helps us get an idea of what to expect from your live performance. And of course, seeing how many views you have on videos is further evidence of your fan engagement.” – Stacey Wilhelm, Senior Manager Music Festival
Features On Curated Playlists
“Music consumption is constantly evolving and right now playlist placements are crucial to your development. Today a feature on a hot playlist is just as valuable as a feature in a major publication. So, if you have been featured on any playlists make sure you include a link in your application.” – Brian Hobbs, Music Festival Programmer
Apply to Showcase at the 2019 SXSW Music Festival
Apply to showcase before the October 25 deadline to be considered for the 2019 SXSW Music Festival. Performing at SXSW can provide a platform to raise the profile of your project, as well as offer networking opportunities with fellow music industry professionals across all disciplines.
Attend SXSW 2019
Join us for SXSW 2019 – register to attend by Thursday, September 13 to lock in the lowest prices. Reserve your lodging through SXSW Housing & Travel for the best available rates for hotels close to the action. If you need a helping hand to figure out which badge is right for you, try taking our Tracks quiz to find out which credential suits you best.
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and SXSW News for the latest SXSW coverage, announcements, application tips, and updates.
NoMBe – Photo by Shannon Johnston
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Source: SxSW Music
August 5, 2018
Watch: The First Episode of ‘Random Acts of Flyness’ Teaches the Art of Collaboration
The new series from filmmaker Terence Nance is a thrilling collaborative experience.
Curiously placed to air at the bewitching hour of midnight on Saturday mornings, Terence Nance’s Random Acts of Flyness premiered on HBO this weekend with a first episode equally haunting and hilarious, urgent and yet placed in a horrific historical context.
Part anthology series, part sketch non sequitur, Nance’s creation is both singular (the sociologically racist perception of Black America as viewed through a White Gaze) and stringently all-encompassing (the deemphasizing of a white narrative as means to handing the perception of African-Americans back to African-Americans).
It’s also extremely inventive, finding a way to incorporate multiple directorial voices into a cohesive presentation that’s both appreciatingly schizophrenic and yet narratively sustained. A project of collaboration, the first episode is an excellent example of filmmakers using their own styles to complement a singular vision.
Source: NoFilmSchool
August 5, 2018
4 Pro Tips That Will Help You Get Better Sound on Location
Making your audio sound more dimensional, clean, and professional is not as difficult as you might think.
What does it take to record pro-quality sound while shooting on location? Sure, you need a decent microphone (that’s kind of a given), but what are some essential techniques that you can put into practice today that will not only give you audio that sounds good but also sound that is dimensional and works well with your story? In this video, Aputure’s Ted Sim talks with Location Sound Mixer Andrew Jones about how to record better audio for films, videos, and other cinematic projects.
It’s okay to use sound effects
Ask any stock footage/sound professional and they’ll tell you that there is a strange (but lasting) stigma in the filmmaking community about using sound effects in a film. Which is weird. Hollywood and other experienced filmmakers use sound effects all the time to add dimension and character to their audio, so don’t be afraid of using stock or your very own foley to give your tracks more body.
Source: NoFilmSchool