16th August 2024
We had to do without Elizabeth and Joe, but Norm saw us through the evening magnificently.
For a change, all shorts were on topic, which was ‘Traffic’.
Gary D. tackled the uncertain world of A.I. in his interpretation of a pop song from the past while
John B mixed the modern world of highway construction with how Oz footy got started. Norm took
us back to the music world with Mr. Fantasy and his rockers, while John M hinted at the murky world
of drugs. Can you imagine being held up on the highway by a reindeer? One with a liking for cup
cakes? Jackie was! Philip made it clear that when it comes to traffic problems, we aren’t alone in the
world.
Topic for the next short is a piece of music – Love letters in the sand was bandied about –
and Magic for the meeting after that.
Geoff R. reminded us what natural magic we already have around the west coast of the US of
A, be it in the depth of winter or the oven of Death Valley. John B then reminded us that nature also
has a nasty side to it. But it doesn’t always beat modern technology – thank goodness. 3Nuts got a
mention. Is that what radiation is measured in? I’m assuming they have nothing to do with
supermarket shelves.
Then we got down to the nitty gritty of movie making. Norm offered up a video he and his
friends had made for members criticism. It generated a fair amount of discussion, particularly from
the ladies.
A YouTube instruction looked at the essentials – editing. How do you transition from one
shot to the next? Fades, dissolves, J cuts, L cuts, cross cuts were all described and many more
besides. We all use them, but it’ nice to be reminded of their potential.
In case you’ve forgotten, our next meeting will be held at the Ringwood Club. If you haven’t
yet booked, speak nicely to Phil and she’ll do the booking for you.
Cheers.
John M.
For a change, all shorts were on topic, which was ‘Traffic’.
Gary D. tackled the uncertain world of A.I. in his interpretation of a pop song from the past while
John B mixed the modern world of highway construction with how Oz footy got started. Norm took
us back to the music world with Mr. Fantasy and his rockers, while John M hinted at the murky world
of drugs. Can you imagine being held up on the highway by a reindeer? One with a liking for cup
cakes? Jackie was! Philip made it clear that when it comes to traffic problems, we aren’t alone in the
world.
Topic for the next short is a piece of music – Love letters in the sand was bandied about –
and Magic for the meeting after that.
Geoff R. reminded us what natural magic we already have around the west coast of the US of
A, be it in the depth of winter or the oven of Death Valley. John B then reminded us that nature also
has a nasty side to it. But it doesn’t always beat modern technology – thank goodness. 3Nuts got a
mention. Is that what radiation is measured in? I’m assuming they have nothing to do with
supermarket shelves.
Then we got down to the nitty gritty of movie making. Norm offered up a video he and his
friends had made for members criticism. It generated a fair amount of discussion, particularly from
the ladies.
A YouTube instruction looked at the essentials – editing. How do you transition from one
shot to the next? Fades, dissolves, J cuts, L cuts, cross cuts were all described and many more
besides. We all use them, but it’ nice to be reminded of their potential.
In case you’ve forgotten, our next meeting will be held at the Ringwood Club. If you haven’t
yet booked, speak nicely to Phil and she’ll do the booking for you.
Cheers.
John M.
