"No Place Like Oz: A VFX Sampler"

3 things I learned that I did not know before knowing the article:

• They actually had someone control a marionette during filming to properly stage a CG character
• The bubble scene was almost cut
• The director read all of the Oz books to prepare for the movie

2 opinions about the article:

• Didn't focus on the characters as much as I wish it had
• Should have shown CGI characters more, not actors

1 question about the article:

• How does using a program just for lighting work?

"8 Steps to Successful Filmmaking in the Winter"

3 things I learned that I did not know before knowing the article:

• LCLs can freeze
• It's best to underexpose when shooting snow
• Condensation can we thwarted with plastic bags

2 opinions about the article:

• At first glance, I thought it was a joke and the list was hipster gear. (Very first glance.)
• Cold temperatures can dramatically reduce battery life

1 question about the article:

• How do you handle having to re-shoot when you can't have snow trails?

March 18~24, 2013

What you learned this week: Never assume that someone/something will be available
What you want to learn in the future: How to direct better I suppose?
Something that frustrated you this week: My sister, time constraints, etc
Something that made you happy this week: A novel I ordered will probably arrive before my birthday!
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVsE5Sg8Zqw