Canada

Kray Mitchell · October 30th, 2003, 10:40 AM

Wow, I cannot believe I am the only person here from Calgary!!

Well, if you are from Calgary post something, show them we are here!!!

Matt: Do you know Don from Axiom Production Services out dere in the Winterpeg?
(We got snow starting yesterday, 15cm so far)

Matt Woodson · November 1st, 2003, 01:17 PM

<<<-- Originally posted by Kray Mitchell : Wow, I cannot believe I am the only person here from Calgary!!

Well, if you are from Calgary post something, show them we are here!!!

Matt: Do you know Don from Axiom Production Services out dere in the Winterpeg?
(We got snow starting yesterday, 15cm so far) -->>>

Hey Howz it going!

Calgary rocks, I've know few ppl there.

No I don't Don from Axiom Production.

Who is he?

Kray Mitchell · November 3rd, 2003, 10:11 AM

Matt,
Don is a friend in Winnipeg from my board, you know the Global Villiage, never know who you know!

Chris Hour · November 27th, 2003, 09:23 PM

Hey to all you Canadians eh.

I am in Hamilton Ontario, I know there is quite a few DV people in Hamilton and Toronto area.

I would like to create an informal co-operative for some idea and possible gear exchanges. not so much cameras but I have a few toys I would gladly loan out to a person who I know will respect the goods.

I.E. portable blue screen, 10 foot boom arm on heavy tripod & dolly. Audio boom asorted lights 1k, 300w, 150w etc. cruise cam and sticky pod on the way... Studio space and so on...

I am an aspring film writer and hopefully will eventually produce, shoot, edit and become the next Robert Rodriguez or M. Knight Shamalan.

Pipe Dreams for sure but it's better than my "real" 9-5 job.

Cheers All

Chris

Andrew Petrie · November 28th, 2003, 11:46 AM

Chris, I feel the same way about gear loans and my future, and yes it certainly beats my 9-5 job :)

I live in London. I don't have as many accessories as you do, but it's nice to know there's someone local who does!

Never heard of the cruise cam, could you explain how it works?

Chris Hour · November 28th, 2003, 02:57 PM

Hi Andrew,

The cruise cam is on of my newest ebay finds :-).

It mounts on the passenger headrest in you car and provides a stable in car shot out the front window.

It was actually desinged for highway patrol cops to tape pursuits and encounters.

All those TV shows that show the "in cruiser" crazy pursuits use the cruise cam. It looks a lot better with a 3 chip cam as opposed to the cheapy one chippers they give to cops.

I only paid about $35.00 US for it. I couldn't make one that cheap.

I just checked ebay and the seller still has them.
This is just for reference I am not trying to sell this product ...
item #2966056727 the seller is marek_01 (I hope this is okay, if not moderator please remove this paragraph I don't want to cause any problems).

Its a cheap neat toy that will come in handy one day.

Of course it's available to loan, you can't bust the darn thing.

Cheers

Chris

Andrew Petrie · December 3rd, 2003, 07:48 PM

Hmm, I could make something similar for about $4. A piece of wood, with holes drilled in it matching my headrest rods, then use a threaded screw for my camera :)

What camera do you use with this CruiseCam? My XL1 might be too big for it, I don't know how solid that design is.

Chris Hour · December 3rd, 2003, 09:10 PM

With regards to the cruise cam, yes it could be made on the cheap but its actually quit well put together.

I've made a few things and am experimenting with a few more. You basically have to know when its worth your while to spend the time and effort to make it yourself; Versus finding a deal. In this case for 40 bucks I'll take the easy way out.

I have only played with it a bit but it holds my pd100 with the "big-ass" sony 0.7 wide angle on it no problem. It should hold the XL1 okay.

Cheers

Chris

Scott Spidell · December 9th, 2003, 03:05 PM

Greetings from the University of Waterloo. Just signed on.
Scott

Alex Melnikov · January 14th, 2004, 02:05 AM

Hello,

Been reading for a while and now registered to support Canadian population :)

Tons of great and helpful information on these forums!

Since '98, I have been mostly doing desktop publishing, then got into 3D modeling and animation, then video and editing.

Right now an Interactive Arts student at SFU, and also working on my Computer Science degree in order to gain some job security :)

To those who are in Vancouver, BC, have you gone to local Film Industry meet ups? http://filmind.meetup.com/ (select country and your city, in my case Canada, Vancouver)

There is a local film festival happening in February here and it would be nice to get in contact with some local film makers.
My msn messenger: xelander007
ICQ: 127282464

Cheers,
Alex

Dylan Couper · January 16th, 2004, 12:50 AM

Hey Alex
Welcome to the forum!

You'll soon notice there are quite a few members from Vancouver here. I'm starting to think we are the most represented city on the forum.

Brad Mills · January 21st, 2005, 03:03 AM

I know this thread's been dead for a while, but I'm interested to know if you actually got funding from HRDC, and how the business is going now. I'm broke as a joke and I couldn't find funding in Cape Breton...

I wanted to email you David but your email isnt listed =\

I'm planning on shooting a feature this summer, I have some investor interest and hopefully it'll work out.

Let me know what you do now, you might have more experience, etc.

David LeBlanc · January 21st, 2005, 09:00 AM

Brad give me a call
My number is in the yellow pages
Under video production
ISLAND EVENT PRODUCTIONS

Dave LeBlanc

Brad Mills · January 21st, 2005, 03:03 PM

aright I'll give you a call tonight, thanks!

Jeff Toogood · February 2nd, 2005, 01:44 PM

Just saw this thead.

Thought I would chime in. I am in the London/St. Thomas, Ontario region.

October 30th, 2003, 10:40 AM	#31
Kray Mitchell New Boot Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 18	Wow, I cannot believe I am the only person here from Calgary!! Well, if you are from Calgary post something, show them we are here!!! Matt: Do you know Don from Axiom Production Services out dere in the Winterpeg? (We got snow starting yesterday, 15cm so far) __________________ iThink, therefore iMac ---------------------------------------------------- www.emotiondv.com DV Discussion for the rest of us

November 1st, 2003, 01:17 PM	#32
Matt Woodson Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Winnipeg,Manitoba, Canada Posts: 53	<<<-- Originally posted by Kray Mitchell : Wow, I cannot believe I am the only person here from Calgary!! Well, if you are from Calgary post something, show them we are here!!! Matt: Do you know Don from Axiom Production Services out dere in the Winterpeg? (We got snow starting yesterday, 15cm so far) -->>> Hey Howz it going! Calgary rocks, I've know few ppl there. No I don't Don from Axiom Production. Who is he? __________________ "Don't settle for the one you can live with, wait for the one you can't live without"

November 3rd, 2003, 10:11 AM	#33
Kray Mitchell New Boot Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 18	Matt, Don is a friend in Winnipeg from my board, you know the Global Villiage, never know who you know! __________________ iThink, therefore iMac ---------------------------------------------------- www.emotiondv.com DV Discussion for the rest of us

November 27th, 2003, 09:23 PM	#34
Chris Hour Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Posts: 27	Hey to all you Canadians eh. I am in Hamilton Ontario, I know there is quite a few DV people in Hamilton and Toronto area. I would like to create an informal co-operative for some idea and possible gear exchanges. not so much cameras but I have a few toys I would gladly loan out to a person who I know will respect the goods. I.E. portable blue screen, 10 foot boom arm on heavy tripod & dolly. Audio boom asorted lights 1k, 300w, 150w etc. cruise cam and sticky pod on the way... Studio space and so on... I am an aspring film writer and hopefully will eventually produce, shoot, edit and become the next Robert Rodriguez or M. Knight Shamalan. Pipe Dreams for sure but it's better than my "real" 9-5 job. Cheers All Chris __________________ Always trying to make a "Million dollar" production on a $20 budget ;-)

November 28th, 2003, 11:46 AM	#35
Andrew Petrie Major Player Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Posts: 484	Chris, I feel the same way about gear loans and my future, and yes it certainly beats my 9-5 job :) I live in London. I don't have as many accessories as you do, but it's nice to know there's someone local who does! Never heard of the cruise cam, could you explain how it works? __________________ Andrew \| Canon XL1s, ME66, Vinten Vision 3, GlideCam V16 (for sale!)

November 28th, 2003, 02:57 PM	#36
Chris Hour Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Posts: 27	Hi Andrew, The cruise cam is on of my newest ebay finds :-). It mounts on the passenger headrest in you car and provides a stable in car shot out the front window. It was actually desinged for highway patrol cops to tape pursuits and encounters. All those TV shows that show the "in cruiser" crazy pursuits use the cruise cam. It looks a lot better with a 3 chip cam as opposed to the cheapy one chippers they give to cops. I only paid about $35.00 US for it. I couldn't make one that cheap. I just checked ebay and the seller still has them. This is just for reference I am not trying to sell this product ... item #2966056727 the seller is marek_01 (I hope this is okay, if not moderator please remove this paragraph I don't want to cause any problems). Its a cheap neat toy that will come in handy one day. Of course it's available to loan, you can't bust the darn thing. Cheers Chris __________________ Always trying to make a "Million dollar" production on a $20 budget ;-)

December 3rd, 2003, 07:48 PM	#37
Andrew Petrie Major Player Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Posts: 484	Hmm, I could make something similar for about $4. A piece of wood, with holes drilled in it matching my headrest rods, then use a threaded screw for my camera :) What camera do you use with this CruiseCam? My XL1 might be too big for it, I don't know how solid that design is. __________________ Andrew \| Canon XL1s, ME66, Vinten Vision 3, GlideCam V16 (for sale!)

December 3rd, 2003, 09:10 PM	#38
Chris Hour Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Posts: 27	With regards to the cruise cam, yes it could be made on the cheap but its actually quit well put together. I've made a few things and am experimenting with a few more. You basically have to know when its worth your while to spend the time and effort to make it yourself; Versus finding a deal. In this case for 40 bucks I'll take the easy way out. I have only played with it a bit but it holds my pd100 with the "big-ass" sony 0.7 wide angle on it no problem. It should hold the XL1 okay. Cheers Chris __________________ Always trying to make a "Million dollar" production on a $20 budget ;-)

December 9th, 2003, 03:05 PM	#39
Scott Spidell Tourist Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Waterloo, Ontario Canada Posts: 2	Greetings from the University of Waterloo. Just signed on. Scott

January 14th, 2004, 02:05 AM	#40
Alex Melnikov Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: none Posts: 35	Hi Hello, Been reading for a while and now registered to support Canadian population :) Tons of great and helpful information on these forums! Since '98, I have been mostly doing desktop publishing, then got into 3D modeling and animation, then video and editing. Right now an Interactive Arts student at SFU, and also working on my Computer Science degree in order to gain some job security :) To those who are in Vancouver, BC, have you gone to local Film Industry meet ups? http://filmind.meetup.com/ (select country and your city, in my case Canada, Vancouver) There is a local film festival happening in February here and it would be nice to get in contact with some local film makers. My msn messenger: xelander007 ICQ: 127282464 Cheers, Alex

January 16th, 2004, 12:50 AM	#41
Dylan Couper Wrangler Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Posts: 8,314	Hey Alex Welcome to the forum! You'll soon notice there are quite a few members from Vancouver here. I'm starting to think we are the most represented city on the forum. __________________ Need to rent camera gear in Vancouver BC? Check me out at camerarentalsvancouver.com

January 21st, 2005, 03:03 AM	#42
Brad Mills Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sydney, NS / Toronto, ON Posts: 41	I know this thread's been dead for a while, but I'm interested to know if you actually got funding from HRDC, and how the business is going now. I'm broke as a joke and I couldn't find funding in Cape Breton... I wanted to email you David but your email isnt listed =\ I'm planning on shooting a feature this summer, I have some investor interest and hopefully it'll work out. Let me know what you do now, you might have more experience, etc.

January 21st, 2005, 09:00 AM	#43
David LeBlanc Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cape Breton Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 37	Cape Breton Brad give me a call My number is in the yellow pages Under video production ISLAND EVENT PRODUCTIONS Dave LeBlanc __________________ Regards David LeBlanc

January 21st, 2005, 03:03 PM	#44
Brad Mills Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sydney, NS / Toronto, ON Posts: 41	aright I'll give you a call tonight, thanks!

February 2nd, 2005, 01:44 PM	#45
Jeff Toogood Major Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: St.Thomas, Ontario, CANADA Posts: 428	Just saw this thead. Thought I would chime in. I am in the London/St. Thomas, Ontario region. __________________ Toogood Studios