 |
|
|
|
| |
“AVATAR”: The Post Production Team Reveals The True Story |
 It’s become synonymous with "game changer"; it’s breaking records seemingly on a daily basis; it’s set new standards not just for 3D but for moviemaking in general. It’s launched thoughtful conversations among film professionals and the movie-going public alike.
“AVATAR” was the single-minded passion of director James Cameron for many years – well before the technology existed to bring it to screen. Filmmaking had to evolve over time in order to catch up with his vision. Even with advancements in motion capture, 3D and other enabling technologies (including the Fusion and Simulcam camera systems), Cameron had to push extremely hard on emerging technology to tell his story. While it was his vision that drove the film, an undertaking of this magnitude was ultimately in the hands of a number of highly gifted, and dedicated artists who brought Pandora, its heroes and antagonists to life. From dailies and the editing room through the complex visual effects, 3D and DI, “AVATAR” bent, broke, and then rewrote the rule book.
On February 18th at Universal Hilton, Createasphere is proud to present a conversation with key members of “AVATAR” post production team. This is a rare opportunity to hear from major participants in the behind the scenes tale of “AVATAR”
John Refuoa, ACE, Editor
Steven Rivkin, ACE, Editor
Joyce Cox, Visual Effects Producer
Janace Tashjian, Associate Producer
Chris Marino, Visual Effects Editor
Skip Kimball, DI Colorist
Dan Restuccio, West Coast Editor of Post Magazine - moderator
When “AVATAR” premiered in December, 2009, it was rapidly apparent that a global audience believed that the signficant pre-release buzz was worth it. Register here for a chance to take a peek behind the curtain and see the entire post process that brought "AVATAR” to life.
 'AVATAR' INTRODUCES A NEW ERA IN FILMMAKING
Daniel Restuccio
HOLLYWOOD - After years in the making and hundreds of millions of dollars spent, James Cameron’s dream of taking filmmaking to the next level has become a reality. The individual components of Avatar - adventure/love story, visual effects, motion capture technology and 3D have all existed before, but arguably, this is the first time these elements have been so deftly integrated in this way. And never has such an epic ambition been so singularly controlled by one man’s individual vision.
Read Full Article
|
|
|
In this Issue:
Forward to a friend
Subscribe
|
| |
|
| |
Cinema India, PALM, Musician Expo and Other Indian Properties
Join The Createasphere |
|
| |
Greetings from The Createasphere,
Happy New Year! As we embark into this new and promising year, we have exciting news to share. 2010 has ushered in a new era for Createasphere, not just in terms of the rebranding that transitioned us from HD EXPO to Createasphere, but because we have taken the first tangible steps towards creating a truly global community. Createasphere is headed to India, one of the world’s fastest-growing production hubs.
Createasphere will be integrally involved in a number of events and publications recently acquired by Diversified Business communications, our parent organization. These events, set for the Bombay Exhibition Center in June, focus on entertainment, music and entertainment technology and include Cinema India Expo, PALM Expo, Musician Expo, and the newly launched Info Communica Expo. These are respected events in India, and we look forward to helping them grow, transform and become increasingly valuable to our exhibitors, sponsors, partners, and a global audience. Read More
|
|
| |
Createasphere DAM Conference - February 17 & 18th, Universal Hilton |
|
| |
Are you ready for DAM? Are your skills in line with what you need to know?
The Createasphere DAM conference presents an extensive lineup of the industry's top experts addressing the needs of professionals at every level of knowledge. Createasphere DAM debuts on February 17th, 2010 at the Universal Hilton, a two-day conference that will bring the most topical, critical education you need. Tracks are designed for those new to DAM, for managers and executives, and for those professionals already at work in DAM. With more than 20 speakers from top studios and companies, no other conference presents such a powerful lineup. Jason Bright, Tim Padilla, Garrett Smith, Tim Padilla, Ramko Noteboom, Ben Huh, Janel Lafleur, Guar Penikis, Alex Grossman, Paul Nicholson, Chris Orr, and MORE! Register now for the most important DAM conference that delivers impeccable value. Inquire about discounts for multiple registrations from your organization. Registered companies include HBO, Showtime, Avid, and more. For more information and to register, click here.
|
|
| |
Streamlined and restructured, the increasingly popular REDucation returns and Sets Las Vegas dates (right before NAB!) |
|
| |
Launched last summer to outstanding response, REDucation has been going great guns ever since. Now, based on attendee surveys and upcoming course material, REDucation has been streamlined, combining the Camera and Post sides of the course into one comprehensive, powerful class over the course of a 6 day schedule. The streamlined REDucation premieres in Las Vegas, from Apri 8 to April 12th. Visit reducation.net for complete details on the new course outline, dates, registration, and Community day information.
And, keep an eye peeled for REDucation dates and locations across the country and the globe. They’ll be announced shortly!
|
|
| |
|
|
| |
|
|
 |
|
| |
3D: Creativity, Imagery and Cinematography
Panelists included: Rodney Taylor, ASC (Phish Concerts, Hannah Montana), Toshiaki Ozawa, (SCAR, The Brown Bunny, Falling For Grace), Wayne Miller (Jane’s Addiction, Dave Matthews, Pearl Jam), and Jed Weintrob (OnLine, The F Word, SCAR). Moderated by Christine Purse. Watch |
|
Mobilizedtv.com presents: Creating Content for the Mobile Platform - What Every Producer Should Know
Debra Kaufman of MobilizedTV, Mike Wallen VP Creative for Fox Mobile Studios, Steve Amato, Founder of Omelet, Frank Chindamo, Founder of Fun Little Movies, and Hayden Black creator of “Burbank Tonight”. Watch |
|
| |
|
|
| |
Sponsor News |
|
| |
| |
 dpBestflow
dpBestflow, shorthand for “Digital Photography Best Practices and Workflow,” offers definitive new guidelines for digital photography best practices.dpBestflow is an initiative of the American Society of Media Photographers, funded by the Library of Congress through its National Digital Information Infrastructure and Preservation Program. The dpBestflow team’s work produced comprehensive resources including the website dpBestflow.org, educational seminars, and the new books, “Digital Photography Best Practices and Workflow Handbook” (Anderson/Russotti, Focal Press 2009) and “The DAM Book” (Krogh, O’Reilly Media, 2009), all of which are available to the entire visual arts community. www.dpbestflow.org
 Connect 2010Palm Springs Photo Festival
March 28-April 2
Connect 2010 offers the opportunity to MEET top photographers, curators, art directors, editors, gallery directors, ad agency creatives, educators and industry leaders in the spectacular desert environment of Palm Springs, California for this year’s Palm Springs Photo Festival. SHOW your portfolios, STUDY with legendary photographers, ATTEND cutting-edge seminars / symposiums and ENJOY evening projections by world famous image-makers. NETWORK with the master photographers, industry insiders and your contemporaries at several great evening parties and enjoy the warm Palm Springs weather. Most importantly, we promise you won’t have more FUN at any other photo event. Walk away with a RENEWED PASSION for the art of image making. www.palmspringsphotofestival.com
 Worldofshooter.com
Worldofshooter.com wants to build a resource that employers or their staffs can go to direct...do a simple search by geographic distance from location, required equipment, shooting style experience, and other criteria...they can bin/save the ones that look like matches after viewing their personal on-line demos...and contact them direct with no hassles at their leisure.
Join the Worldofshooters.com database and receive a 25% Discount. Use code “createasphere20”
 FILMCAST LIVE! is a webcast and video blog dedicated to the craft of cinematography and camera operation. FILMCAST LIVE! is videos ON-DEMAND, live webcast, reviews, tutorials, and specs of state of the art equipment and creative services related to the motion picture industry. FILMCAST LIVE! bridges under one banner the gap between high definition video and traditional cinematography bringing you the best of both technologies. We cover it all, from film to digital, from production to post. www.filmcastentertainment.blogspot.com
|
|
| |
|
|
| |
Past Articles |
|
| |
|
|
| |
|
|
Copyright © 2009, HD Expo, LLC a division of  All
rights reserved. |
|
