Monthly Archives: September 2011

Time Lapse Video Dying In Fast Motion from Overuse

I used to a big fan of time lapse. When everything was shot on film, making time lapses was expensive, time-consuming, and not always successful. The classic documentary “Koyaanisqatsi” and its sequels were probably the pinnacle of time lapse and … Continue reading

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Hiker Videos Moose Attacking Him; Rule #1: Don’t Do This

I made two documentaries featuring moose back in 2004: “Defending the Crown” and “Our Other Neighbors.” I shot both in north central Maine where there are as many moose as people. I came to love moose so much I wanted … Continue reading

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Orabrush, “Will It Blend?” Show Utah is Home of Great Web Video

Two of the most effective web video campaigns ever (if not THE most effective) are for the tongue cleaner Orabrush and the industrial strength blender by Blendtec in their infamous and utterly engaging “Will It Blend?” series. The clicks, views, … Continue reading

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Solar Park Finally Open; Renewable Energy is Alive, Well, at Home

We’re finally wrapping up the five-year renovation of our home in Salt Lake City. It started in 2006 with the building of a solar power array in our backyard and, appropriately, ended last week with the landscaping of the ravine … Continue reading

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