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Crossfade grade

Look-up tables (LUTs) are generally applied to material created in log formats. For the Crossfade video, LUTs were applied to stills in Resolve. The timelapse was captured recently with a Lumix s5 and the image of Christ on the cross was taken with a Canon Powershot G7 over 10 years ago in Suffolk. Seven of the ten composite clips have had standard downloaded LUTs applied. The remainder are custom grades. Sandstorm is intended to suggest a desert sunset. Buddy Boy titles is based on the look Mark Hanlon wanted for the opening title sequence of his 1999 film of that name. As I understand it he basically shot with a toy camera. After grading in Resolve it is possible to generate your own LUT, so these two looks could easily be applied to other material in the future. You can see the video on this link and please vote for your favourite style: Post #009 Link

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:05:04 GMT post menu

casting

The script is complete and casting has begun. The applications being received are from actors with a lot of experience. Most are based in London so the search has been extended via Starnow. That listing is likely to go live sometime today but in the meantime you can apply on Backstage with this link: (removed = see more recent posts, if any, about casting)

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 14:25:42 GMT post menu

new script

This week a feature length script is nearing final draft stage. The drama has been inspired by controversial events from Britain's recent past. To be notified about casting either join the mailing list or keep an eye on this blog. Producers are also required but experience is not essential. You can read more about this on the homepage: Post #007 Link

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 14:11:42 GMT post menu

terms of work

Today the terms of using SpineFilm servcies or products have been published on the site. Most important is the intention for any arrangement to be binding in honour only. Remedies are limited and there is no intention to create a legal relationship. You can see the new document by following this link: Post #006 Link

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 15:17:39 GMT post menu

motor running

In July 2019 my wife and I attended the Wheels Festival in Great Yarmouth. Some snaps from the day taken with an old Canon Powershot SX150 have been added to the site. You can see the new gallery by following this link: Post #005 Link

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:43:12 GMT post menu

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