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Kelly Coote · September 29th, 2006, 11:37 AM

Hi. My name is Kelly Coote and I'm new here. My wife and I started our part-time wedding video business two years ago. We shoot together and I do the editing. Although we have found there is a steep learning curve and significant costs at every step, we both enjoy helping people capture their special day. There is no greater job satisfaction than when you see a bride and groom crying as they watch your video.

Here is a bride prep we did in August. Your comments are welcome.

http://blip.tv/file/get/KellyCoote-B...erYoung228.wmv

My thanks to blip.tv for hosting our clip for free.

Steven Davis · September 29th, 2006, 12:02 PM

I really liked the clip. I think that you captured the bridge as being very happy. I liked the closeups of the dress etc. The teddybears was a nice touch as well, because it extended the 'preparation' from just that day, to she's been preparing a life time for this day. I'm not sure that's what you were going for with the bears, but that's what I got from it.

I would have probably tried to ride in the carriage with them if that was possible.

Good stuff.

Louis Maddalena · September 29th, 2006, 04:40 PM

The audio was unconfortably mixed, however I think if you were to add cross-fades, and possibly reduced room tone a little, I would not be able to find something wrong with it. The video was well done. Good job, keep up the good work, and I am glad you are enjoying the feild.

Kelly Coote · September 29th, 2006, 05:20 PM

Thanks Steven and Louis for the feedback.

For some reason I find getting the right audio levels to be quite challenging sometimes. I tried to bring in the natural audio based on what it sounded like over the speakers but maybe I should be also be looking at the volume levels in the editor as well for more precision.

Doug Bennett · September 30th, 2006, 10:05 AM

Yes it could do with a little tidying up but that is top-notch work, you certainly have the eye. Well done - very creative very fresh approach

Mike F Smith · September 30th, 2006, 02:43 PM

I really liked your transitioins and strait cuts.

Mike

September 29th, 2006, 11:37 AM	#1
Kelly Coote New Boot Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 5	bridal prep Hi. My name is Kelly Coote and I'm new here. My wife and I started our part-time wedding video business two years ago. We shoot together and I do the editing. Although we have found there is a steep learning curve and significant costs at every step, we both enjoy helping people capture their special day. There is no greater job satisfaction than when you see a bride and groom crying as they watch your video. Here is a bride prep we did in August. Your comments are welcome. http://blip.tv/file/get/KellyCoote-B...erYoung228.wmv My thanks to blip.tv for hosting our clip for free.

September 29th, 2006, 12:02 PM	#2
Steven Davis Inner Circle Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 3,065	Happy I really liked the clip. I think that you captured the bridge as being very happy. I liked the closeups of the dress etc. The teddybears was a nice touch as well, because it extended the 'preparation' from just that day, to she's been preparing a life time for this day. I'm not sure that's what you were going for with the bears, but that's what I got from it. I would have probably tried to ride in the carriage with them if that was possible. Good stuff. __________________ What happens if I push the 'Red' button?

September 29th, 2006, 04:40 PM	#3
Louis Maddalena Major Player Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NYC Area. Posts: 550	The audio was unconfortably mixed, however I think if you were to add cross-fades, and possibly reduced room tone a little, I would not be able to find something wrong with it. The video was well done. Good job, keep up the good work, and I am glad you are enjoying the feild.

September 29th, 2006, 05:20 PM	#4
Kelly Coote New Boot Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 5	Thanks Steven and Louis for the feedback. For some reason I find getting the right audio levels to be quite challenging sometimes. I tried to bring in the natural audio based on what it sounded like over the speakers but maybe I should be also be looking at the volume levels in the editor as well for more precision.

September 30th, 2006, 10:05 AM	#5
Doug Bennett Major Player Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 260	Yes it could do with a little tidying up but that is top-notch work, you certainly have the eye. Well done - very creative very fresh approach

September 30th, 2006, 02:43 PM	#6
Mike F Smith Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 156	I really liked your transitioins and strait cuts. Mike