StillMotion's Patrick Moreau and Krazy Konrad are the featured presenters at IN[FOCUS]. Hailing from Tornoto, they are a team of true wedding filmmakers. Make no mistake, they are in this game to have fun and push the limits of what a wedding film can be.
Creative Producers Mark and Trisha Von Lanken bring excellence, integrity and genuine passion to the world of professional wedding videography. They are among the country's most respected wedding video artists. Von Wedding Films provides a comprehensive range of professional services to both brides and fellow videographers around the world.
Steve and Laura Moses of Vantage Point Productions, Inc. are masters of real-world success in video production and wedding filmmaking. They have operated a thriving, full-time, boutique video production studio for over twenty years. Their expertise in marketing, artistry, editing and sound design has seen them through multiple recessions by providing them with a solid client base.
Multiple CEA Award Winner and industry trend setter Ray Roman is a passionate filmmaker on a mission to change the perception of wedding video. Self-taught and ambitious, Ray has shaken up the South Florida market and quickly become one of the most sought after wedding and special event cinematographers in the region.
Ron Dawson is a true adventurer in the world of cinematography with a unique flair for storytelling. As Creative Director and Executive Producer of Dare Dreamer Media, Ron has developed a revolutionary standard for the production of corporate and event videography. Tasra Dawson is an award-winning author, speaker, coach, designer, and consultant.
William Gaff recognizes the important role that story plays in our lives and our society. His background is in creative editorial but he now focuses on producing documentary style films for weddings, families and organizations. His wedding films focus not only on the story of the day, but on the story of the couple, their families, and their friends.
Husband and wife team Jeff and Andee Wright founded Blue Skies Cinema in 2000. Jeff became known for his smooth film-like cinematic shooting style, as well as for orchestrating extreme shoots on land, above land, and at sea. Blue Skies Cinema has won 24 international awards in the past 7 years and was voted to be part of EventDV Magazine's "Top 25 Videographers" in the last two elections.
Joshua Smith began shooting weddings at the age of 14, and in the 8 years that have followed, his Cinematic Bride team has traveled internationally to shoot some of the most luxurious weddings in the world. With artistically appealing imagery, consistent branding, and top notch packaging, Joshua's product appeals to delicate female sensibilities, keeping him in high demand.
Chris P. Jones has developed his own documentary approach that attracts hip and happy brides from across the country. With an emphasis upon strong storytelling supplemented with the inclusion of vintage film formats, Jones' style has led him to be named one of the 25 Hottest and Most Influential Studios in the Industry.
For Joe Taravella, the apple didn't fall too far from the tree. The son of longtime video producer Terry Taravella, Joe has been working in the family business for a dozen years.With his outside of the box mentality, Joe pushes the envelope with his music selections and visual concepts, bringing an edgier side to complement the softness of wedding production.
Visual artist Joe Simon founded Joe Simon Productions in 1999 in Austin, Texas. The perfect blend of earthiness and rapture, a Joe Simon film is infused with the personalities of both the couple and the city. Drawing experience from a variety of different shooting projects - extreme sports, indie films, music videos and weddings, Joe Simon has created a look all his own and is considered to be one of the freshest voices in the industry today.
David Perry has traveled to Africa, Guatemala, and Mexico championing the cause of the less fortunate. His documentaries have been featured at the United Nations in New York City and recognized with the WEVA Community Service Award. David is a multi year WEVA CEA winner in addition to over forty other creative awards and was named "Best of State" for documentary films in Utah.
Loyd Calomay has always had a passion for movies. When given the opportunity to shoot a friend's wedding, he came up with the idea of producing a concept video to be played at their reception--a movie spoof starring the bride and groom. The video was a huge hit and Loyd found his new passion. He founded Red 5 Studios with one goal in mind: make wedding films that newlyweds would be proud to place alongside their collection of Hollywood titles.
this piece was shot entirely on the MKIV in 24P.
2010 will be the year of same day edits for stillmotion. we will be offering two different sizes.
you can come see us this january, the 17th-20th, in austin, TX as the featured speakers of IN[FOCUS]. we will be doing a 3 hour presentation on what it takes to bring your same day edits to the next level. this will be an action packed 3 hours guaranteed to help those who are just getting into same day edits, or those who have been doing them for years.
we will also be starting the first off-shoot of the evolution experience, a same day edit workshop. it will be 2 days at our edu studio here in toronto where we focus on theory, shooting, and actual editing exercises (FCP based). click here to learn more
you can grab a seat at IN[FOCUS] and hear 12 speakers across three days in austin, TX this jan 17-20th for $645US.
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In a world of constant technological and economic change, how does one keep [FOCUS], balancing all the new requisite skills while running a profitable business ? There is an answer.
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Take advantage of a one of a kind opportunity to fellowship with 13 of the most successful wedding video studios in the industry as they give you a taste of how they keep their success IN[FOCUS]. With renewed [FOCUS] thru training sessions in shooting, editing, marketing, packaging, and more, you will leave inspired and confident to take your business to the next level.
But IN[FOCUS] 2010 is more than an event featuring 13 studios -10 from the 2008 EventDV 25 Hottest and Most Influential Studios in the Industry- it is an online resource to help you stay IN[FOCUS] throughout the year.
In an industry where technology and talent are being introduced at lightning speed, the IN[FOCUS] BLOG is a hub for all the latest reviews, tips, and demonstrations. Our international blog team which is already cranking out entries to enlighten and inspire.
No matter the size or age of your business, it pays to be IN[FOCUS]!
I am unable to attend this year, but am very interested in the FCP work shop by Larry Jordan. Would there be a way to get the information that he presents. Thanks, Scott
have a good time
the only way to get larry’s information is to come to his seminar. however, he does have a wonderful website with all kinds of tutorials. http://www.larryjordan.biz. hope that helps!
Steve & Laura your promo clip was absolutely hilarious!! Wish I could attend :(
This will be awesome!
I can’t wait!