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Hello all,
I'd be happy to share my latest music video clip which I produced with DR 18 Beta. I am a real newbie and would really appreciate any comment, ideas, recommendations etc. to better my work.
Having creative fun with a friend who composes music and sings, I write the lyrics, film and produce the video clip.



Please be kind and don't laugh, currently, I'm filming with my OnePlus 7T smart phone and a gimble (yea, this is just a hobby at this time).

I am considering purchasing beginners' camera for increased control and quality of the image. Would any one of you have a recommendation for a camera around 700 to 800$/€ for noobs?

Thanks for your feedback.


T.

As a YouTube connoisseur, one thing that I find very common and always annoying is the inclusion of delays, off-topic or irrelevant content.

In this case, I really appreciate the complete lack of any "Like, Subscribe, blah blah" nonsense. So thank you for that.

But there is some material in there I would rather you left out - the start and end titles. They're unnecessary and only delay my getting to the content I want to see at the start, and the next video I want to see at the end.

So...begin the music video right away. Add the artist's name and song title to a lower third, MTV style. And when the music is over, just fade to black and end the video. Include any copyright info also as a lower third near the end.

In other words - get in quick, get out quick. Don't waste the viewer's time.

Jim Simon wrote:As a YouTube connoisseur, one thing that I find very common and always annoying is the inclusion of delays, off-topic or irrelevant content.

In this case, I really appreciate the complete lack of any "Like, Subscribe, blah blah" nonsense. So thank you for that.

But there is some material in there I would rather you left out - the start and end titles. They're unnecessary and only delay my getting to the content I want to see at the start, and the next video I want to see at the end.

So...begin the music video right away. Add the artist's name and song title to a lower third, MTV style. And when the music is over, just fade to black and end the video. Include any copyright info also as a lower third near the end.

In other words - get in quick, get out quick. Don't waste the viewer's time.

Hi Jim,

Thanks a lot for your feedback. I completely understand what you are saying and appreciate the insight. Will take this into consideration for the next productions.

Take care.
Thierry.

Jim Simon wrote:As a YouTube connoisseur, one thing that I find very common and always annoying is the inclusion of delays, off-topic or irrelevant content.

In this case, I really appreciate the complete lack of any "Like, Subscribe, blah blah" nonsense. So thank you for that.

But there is some material in there I would rather you left out - the start and end titles. They're unnecessary and only delay my getting to the content I want to see at the start, and the next video I want to see at the end.

So...begin the music video right away. Add the artist's name and song title to a lower third, MTV style. And when the music is over, just fade to black and end the video. Include any copyright info also as a lower third near the end.

In other words - get in quick, get out quick. Don't waste the viewer's time.

So Jim,

I have completely listened to your previous advices and have produced our latest clip wit DR18. Love the software. Used a couple of video editing tricks and tips, special effects, funky transitions and all to make our latest creation.

Soooo: No title, nos copyrights... nothing as you had rightfully suggested. Let me know what you think of this latest video clip.

The song is in French, filmed with my cell phone (OnePlus 7T).

The location is a nice bar in Brittany in France in a very small village. We asked for their authorization and some of the bartenders are actually acting in the clip. A little piece of France for you all.

The actors are from my family, my little cousine and her husband. Hen, the singer, and piano player. Let me know guys if you like it.

Kind regards, and lots of kind thoughts to the DR community.
A bientôt de France.
Thierry.

so good , More power to you

snoopy2006 wrote:I have completely listened to your previous advices and have produced our latest clip wit DR18.

Now this is the Gold Standard for YouTube Creators.

1. It is platform-agnostic. This video works "as is" for YouTube, Vimeo, Rumble, etc. It could even be shown on Netflix, Amazon or Hulu if those platforms were interested in the content. It is NOT specific to YouTube, and that is a good thing!

2. No waste of time. The subject matter starts right off, no preamble, no "but firsts" or "before we begins".

And when it's over, it just ends. It doesn't drone on with irrelevant nonsense, thanking me for watching, telling me what to do if I liked it, etc.

3. No End Cards covering the actual content I'm wanting to see.


I wish ALL YouTuber's would follow your example here.

Best advice you ever gave me. This one is nice and full of family emotions. Let me know what you think.
Kind regards.

Another Home Run, Thierry. Follows three critical production ideas:

1. Platform agnostic

2. No waste of time

3. Nothing blocking the content. (No End Cards).


Again, I wish everyone would produce their videos like that. Makes it soooo much more enjoyable for the viewer.

On a side note, how do you like those DT 770's? How well do they block ambient noise? (I'm looking at the DT 770 M myself.)

Jim Simon wrote:On a side note, how do you like those DT 770's? How well do they block ambient noise? (I'm looking at the DT 770 M myself.)

Wow, sorry Jim, I only see your message now. So sorry. However, I'm not sure this one was for me. I havent mentioned DT 770 M in my posts. Believe you ment to write to someone else...

So especially for @Jim Simon and @hanry 77, further to your kind comments... I'm sharing the latest clip I've produced for my singing friend. I've made subtitles available if you want to Karaoké in French, AND I've discovered that with YouTube you can then also use the cogwheel to select in which language you want the subs to be. SOOOOO you can select English to understand the lyrics... I was amazed with this feature. Thank you Mr. YouTube.
I've got several comments/questions I'd like to throw at you all though. In this clip, we are filming some beamer image cast on the singing talent and although the filmed footage is flawless, in DR18.5 I can see some artifacts sometime appear on his face when the light is kind of flickering. I'd like to understand what I've done wrong. Do you think I should increase the frame rate and do some kind of retime and scaling optical flow or something? Haven't tested this idea yet, but wanted to have your 2 cents.




And especially for Jim, tribute to your recommendations: No title, no call to action, no copyright... You are my gatekeeper... Again, hello from France to you all video creators. Take good care of yourselves.
T.

snoopy2006 wrote:Hello all,
I'd be happy to share my latest music video clip which I produced with DR 18 Beta. I am a real newbie and would really appreciate any comment, ideas, recommendations etc. to better my work.
Having creative fun with a friend who composes music and sings, I write the lyrics, film and produce the video clip.

Please be kind and don't laugh, currently, I'm filming with my OnePlus 7T smart phone and a gimble (yea, this is just a hobby at this time) ERROR.

I am considering purchasing beginners' camera for increased control and quality of the image. Would any one of you have a recommendation for a camera around 700 to 800$/€ for noobs?

Thanks for your feedback.


T.

Congratulations on producing your music video clip! It's great to see people pursuing their creative passions and taking on new challenges. As for your question about purchasing a beginner's camera, there are several options that could be suitable for your needs and budget. Here are a few recommendations:

Canon EOS Rebel T7: This is a great entry-level DSLR camera that offers good image quality and easy-to-use controls. It comes with a 24.1-megapixel sensor and full HD video capabilities, making it a good choice for both photography and videography. It typically sells for around $550 to $600.

Sony Alpha a6000: This is a mirrorless camera that offers high-quality image and video capture in a compact and lightweight package. It features a 24.3-megapixel sensor, fast autofocus, and built-in Wi-Fi for easy sharing and remote control. It typically sells for around $550 to $600.

Nikon D3500: This is another good entry-level DSLR camera that offers good image quality and ease of use. It features a 24.2-megapixel sensor and full HD video capabilities, and comes with Nikon's easy-to-use Guide Mode for beginners. It typically sells for around $500 to $600.

Panasonic Lumix G7: This is a mirrorless camera that offers 4K video capabilities and fast autofocus. It features a 16-megapixel sensor and a range of interchangeable lenses, making it a versatile option for both photography and videography. It typically sells for around $600 to $700.

Remember to consider factors such as image quality, ease of use, and additional features when selecting a camera. It's also important to read reviews and do your research to find a camera that meets your specific needs and budget. Good luck with your future video productions!

rafaelrobertson wrote:

snoopy2006 wrote:Hello all,
I'd be happy to share my latest music video clip which I produced with DR 18 Beta. I am a real newbie and would really appreciate any comment, ideas, recommendations etc. to better my work.
Having creative fun with a friend who composes music and sings, I write the lyrics, film and produce the video clip.

Please be kind and don't laugh, currently, I'm filming with my OnePlus 7T smart phone and a gimble (yea, this is just a hobby at this time) ERROR.

I am considering purchasing beginners' camera for increased control and quality of the image. Would any one of you have a recommendation for a camera around 700 to 800$/€ for noobs?

Thanks for your feedback.


T.

Congratulations on producing your music video clip! It's great to see people pursuing their creative passions and taking on new challenges. As for your question about purchasing a beginner's camera, there are several options that could be suitable for your needs and budget. Here are a few recommendations:

Canon EOS Rebel T7: This is a great entry-level DSLR camera that offers good image quality and easy-to-use controls. It comes with a 24.1-megapixel sensor and full HD video capabilities, making it a good choice for both photography and videography. It typically sells for around $550 to $600.

Sony Alpha a6000: This is a mirrorless camera that offers high-quality image and video capture in a compact and lightweight package. It features a 24.3-megapixel sensor, fast autofocus, and built-in Wi-Fi for easy sharing and remote control. It typically sells for around $550 to $600.

Nikon D3500: This is another good entry-level DSLR camera that offers good image quality and ease of use. It features a 24.2-megapixel sensor and full HD video capabilities, and comes with Nikon's easy-to-use Guide Mode for beginners. It typically sells for around $500 to $600.

Panasonic Lumix G7: This is a mirrorless camera that offers 4K video capabilities and fast autofocus. It features a 16-megapixel sensor and a range of interchangeable lenses, making it a versatile option for both photography and videography. It typically sells for around $600 to $700.

Remember to consider factors such as image quality, ease of use, and additional features when selecting a camera. It's also important to read reviews and do your research to find a camera that meets your specific needs and budget. Good luck with your future video productions!

Thank you Rafael. Much appreciated.

snoopy2006 wrote:I havent mentioned DT 770 M in my posts.

I saw them in the video.

Jim Simon wrote:

snoopy2006 wrote:I havent mentioned DT 770 M in my posts.

I saw them in the video.

Ahhhh yes sorry, these headsets are pretty awesome. Sorry for the late reply Jim.

Hello again, gang. Here's my latest video clip. I went for a B&W creation this time, but I'm not sure I did the color grading right. It seems I could have worked a little bit more contrast here. What do you think? What are your recommendations?

Also I am filming with my new OnePlus 11 phone which allows for LOG recording of video clips, but if I film in LOG then I do not know what to use in terms of Color Space Transform settings. Does anyone know what type of settings would be appropriate for LOG footage with a OnePlus 11 phone. Should I use a LUT? Which one would be the appropriate one for OnePlus 11 footage in LOG?

Thank you for your support.

Folks, there is a thread to show case what you shot. Please put it there. Not only it will keep things organize, people will be able to watch and comment on your work. Please move your post there and thank you for sharing.

Ellory Yu wrote:Folks, there is a thread to show case what you shot. Please put it there. Not only it will keep things organize, people will be able to watch and comment on your work. Please move your post there and thank you for sharing.

Hello Ellory, thank you for your note. Could you be kind enough to post a link to that thread, where people showcase their work. I can't seem to find it.
Kind regards,
T.

snoopy2006 wrote:

Ellory Yu wrote:Folks, there is a thread to show case what you shot. Please put it there. Not only it will keep things organize, people will be able to watch and comment on your work. Please move your post there and thank you for sharing.

Hello Ellory, thank you for your note. Could you be kind enough to post a link to that thread, where people showcase their work. I can't seem to find it.
Kind regards,
T.

Here you go.
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=4848

I'm happy to share with you my latest video clip edited on DR 18.6
It's a musical clip in French (and subtitles are requestable in French to follow - for those of you who like to read French .
Paris city as a guest star in this clip with nice views of the Eiffel tower and typical Parisian brasseries and piano bars, streets and river seine. For those of you who visited Paris already, you'll certainly recognize places. For the others, this might make you want to visit the French Capital.
Enjoy and feel free to give shooting recommendations. I'm still pretty junior at film editing (2 years, 12th video clip) so any tips and tricks are welcome. Also feel free to tell me what works well so that I can keep it on my list.

ENJOY !