UWOL X Idle Chatter Thread

Meryem Ersoz · July 30th, 2008, 06:35 AM

i knew somebody was going to go there, but this is wholesome family programming. and the furry creatures need their privacy, too.

i did happen upon a pair of amorous squirrels once...

we're saving that footage for the smoky backroom action...

Mike Beckett · July 30th, 2008, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevin McRoberts

So... tell the truth...

UWOL "X"...

We're going to have to find animals mating, aren't we?

How could I tell that Woodlice were mating!?

Thank goodness that theme is out...!

Kevin Railsback · July 31st, 2008, 04:43 AM

Well, tomorrow is the big day.
My wife keeps asking me if we're going out of town this weekend or not. I keep telling her it depends on what the theme is when we get it on Friday.

But until I know what the theme is, it doesn't make sense to make plans to shoot something if it won't work for the theme.

Better go to bed early tonight Meryem so you can post the theme nice and early! :)

Kevin Railsback · July 31st, 2008, 02:51 PM

I hope you first timers know that this round is going to be tough because Meryem is about to unleash one of her famous curveball themes that will cause pain and torment for most everyone.
She's not usually this devious but every now and then she must love to sit back and listen to people around the world cry. :)

Also, remember that everyone here is more than willing to help.
Doesn't matter if it's your first challenge or your tenth, everyone has something they can contribute.
So don't be shy about asking questions or for ideas etc. That's what every one of us is here for, to become better filmmakers.

Course, I'll probably be one of the first ones crying tomorrow! :)

Ryan Farnes · July 31st, 2008, 05:32 PM

Oddly enough I'm a "newbie" on this contest, but I can't help myself posting on this board. I'm anxious as well to find out the theme to begin brainstorming ideas.

A couple of months ago, before I found the UWOL challenge site I had begun work on a 5-6 minute short film about water (missed that challenge by a few) and even though my post work isn't done on it I had already wanted to think about a new project.

I'm optimistic these challenges will fit that bill. I'm eager to get out and capture and create.

What are some of the other themes people have struggled with or "cried" about? I'm hoping even if the theme is difficult, it's a challenge that gets you excited...something you wouldn't normally do that pushes you in a new direction.

Dale Guthormsen · July 31st, 2008, 08:53 PM

ryan,

Provo, what a great spot. lots of great stuff near you.

This just the right spot to lear lots!!!! that is exactly why I have been involved and I have learned lots and experct to continue. tons of help here and great constructive criticism!

One theme was "night" created a bit of anxiety but some great stuff was still produced, another was adventure. both aot of fun, definitely challenging.

Meryem Ersoz · July 31st, 2008, 11:36 PM

yeah, NIGHT, haha, what a pack of whiners! you take away their light source and it's moan and moan and complain complain complain...

actually, i think that was probably the theme where the finishers actually learned the most about their cameras....

ADVENTURE did raise a bit of a ruckus as well, as did RECREATION, if anyone can remember that far back -- these themes that involve actual people instead of just pretty nature stuff seem to confuse everybody...except peter, every round is ADVENTURE as far as he is concerned, there is no other theme in this game.

oh, and there was mat's foot infection and brian mckay's frostbite, oh those were some good times!

well, we'll just see how many of you i can knock into the shark tank with this round.

i'm feeling feisty!

Michael Wisniewski · July 31st, 2008, 11:43 PM

Betcha the next one's "LENS CAP ON".

Bob Thieda · August 1st, 2008, 05:12 AM

Well??

It's after 6am already....had plenty of coffee, been at work for over half an hour...

I'm ready....bring it on...we're burnin' daylight ;)

Kevin Railsback · August 1st, 2008, 05:29 AM

It ain't gonna happen until Meryem has her coffee around 8AM Colorado time so she can sit back and laugh as we all complain about the theme. :)

Bob Thieda · August 1st, 2008, 05:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevin Railsback

It ain't gonna happen until Meryem has her coffee around 8AM Colorado time so she can sit back and laugh as we all complain about the theme. :)

Oh I know....but it's fun makin' a bunch of noise while she is trying to sleep :)

Paul Mailath · August 1st, 2008, 05:51 AM

that's fine for you guys - it's nearly 10pm on the 1st here and not even 6am in Colorado. It's past my bedtime!

Maybe I can give Meryem a call now and she can give me a hint, I'm sure she'd understand.... where's that phone directory?

Meryem Ersoz · August 1st, 2008, 08:02 AM

c'mon people, it's trash day here, i have things to do. drink my coffee, scoop the cat litter....

Oliver Pahlow · August 1st, 2008, 08:16 AM

Bring it on Meryem. I'm ready to take on anything that you throw my way. My batteries are charged, I have fresh blank tapes, my lenses are clean, my toenails are trimmed. I gave myself a green light. Let's go.

Oliver

John Dennis Robertson · August 1st, 2008, 08:22 AM

I have refreshed my browser page about a 100 times already...Im dying here!

July 31st, 2008, 04:43 AM	#33
Kevin Railsback Trustee Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa Posts: 1,544	Well, tomorrow is the big day. My wife keeps asking me if we're going out of town this weekend or not. I keep telling her it depends on what the theme is when we get it on Friday. But until I know what the theme is, it doesn't make sense to make plans to shoot something if it won't work for the theme. Better go to bed early tonight Meryem so you can post the theme nice and early! :) __________________ --==Kevin==-- http:naturephotostudios.com.com

July 31st, 2008, 02:51 PM	#34
Kevin Railsback Trustee Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa Posts: 1,544	I hope you first timers know that this round is going to be tough because Meryem is about to unleash one of her famous curveball themes that will cause pain and torment for most everyone. She's not usually this devious but every now and then she must love to sit back and listen to people around the world cry. :) Also, remember that everyone here is more than willing to help. Doesn't matter if it's your first challenge or your tenth, everyone has something they can contribute. So don't be shy about asking questions or for ideas etc. That's what every one of us is here for, to become better filmmakers. Course, I'll probably be one of the first ones crying tomorrow! :) __________________ --==Kevin==-- http:naturephotostudios.com.com

July 31st, 2008, 08:53 PM	#36
Dale Guthormsen Inner Circle Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 3,048	ryan, Provo, what a great spot. lots of great stuff near you. This just the right spot to lear lots!!!! that is exactly why I have been involved and I have learned lots and experct to continue. tons of help here and great constructive criticism! One theme was "night" created a bit of anxiety but some great stuff was still produced, another was adventure. both aot of fun, definitely challenging. __________________ DATS ALL FOLKS Dale W. Guthormsen

July 31st, 2008, 11:43 PM	#38
Michael Wisniewski Wrangler Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Makati, Metro Manila Posts: 2,706 Images: 32	Betcha the next one's "LENS CAP ON". __________________ "Ultimately, the most extraordinary thing, in a frame, is a human being." - Martin Scorsese

August 1st, 2008, 05:12 AM	#39
Bob Thieda Major Player Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Carol Stream, IL Posts: 541	Well?? It's after 6am already....had plenty of coffee, been at work for over half an hour... I'm ready....bring it on...we're burnin' daylight ;) __________________ Bob T.

July 30th, 2008, 06:35 AM	#31
Meryem Ersoz Wrangler Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 3,015	i knew somebody was going to go there, but this is wholesome family programming. and the furry creatures need their privacy, too. i did happen upon a pair of amorous squirrels once... we're saving that footage for the smoky backroom action...

July 31st, 2008, 05:32 PM	#35
Ryan Farnes Major Player Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Maryland, USA Posts: 220	Oddly enough I'm a "newbie" on this contest, but I can't help myself posting on this board. I'm anxious as well to find out the theme to begin brainstorming ideas. A couple of months ago, before I found the UWOL challenge site I had begun work on a 5-6 minute short film about water (missed that challenge by a few) and even though my post work isn't done on it I had already wanted to think about a new project. I'm optimistic these challenges will fit that bill. I'm eager to get out and capture and create. What are some of the other themes people have struggled with or "cried" about? I'm hoping even if the theme is difficult, it's a challenge that gets you excited...something you wouldn't normally do that pushes you in a new direction.

July 31st, 2008, 11:36 PM	#37
Meryem Ersoz Wrangler Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 3,015	yeah, NIGHT, haha, what a pack of whiners! you take away their light source and it's moan and moan and complain complain complain... actually, i think that was probably the theme where the finishers actually learned the most about their cameras.... ADVENTURE did raise a bit of a ruckus as well, as did RECREATION, if anyone can remember that far back -- these themes that involve actual people instead of just pretty nature stuff seem to confuse everybody...except peter, every round is ADVENTURE as far as he is concerned, there is no other theme in this game. oh, and there was mat's foot infection and brian mckay's frostbite, oh those were some good times! well, we'll just see how many of you i can knock into the shark tank with this round. i'm feeling feisty!

August 1st, 2008, 05:29 AM	#40
Kevin Railsback Trustee Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa Posts: 1,544	It ain't gonna happen until Meryem has her coffee around 8AM Colorado time so she can sit back and laugh as we all complain about the theme. :) __________________ --==Kevin==-- http:naturephotostudios.com.com

August 1st, 2008, 05:51 AM	#42
Paul Mailath Trustee Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Central Coast - NSW, Australia Posts: 1,606	that's fine for you guys - it's nearly 10pm on the 1st here and not even 6am in Colorado. It's past my bedtime! Maybe I can give Meryem a call now and she can give me a hint, I'm sure she'd understand.... where's that phone directory? __________________ Cheers - Paul M. www.perbenyik.com

August 1st, 2008, 08:02 AM	#43
Meryem Ersoz Wrangler Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 3,015	c'mon people, it's trash day here, i have things to do. drink my coffee, scoop the cat litter....

August 1st, 2008, 08:16 AM	#44
Oliver Pahlow Major Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Woodridge Illinois Posts: 237	Bring it on Meryem. I'm ready to take on anything that you throw my way. My batteries are charged, I have fresh blank tapes, my lenses are clean, my toenails are trimmed. I gave myself a green light. Let's go. Oliver

August 1st, 2008, 08:22 AM	#45
John Dennis Robertson Major Player Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Johanesburg South Africa Posts: 217	I have refreshed my browser page about a 100 times already...Im dying here!