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FFiirrsstt LLiigghhtt New Programming - FIRST LIGHT VIDEO Prop, Costumes, Make-Up.pdf · Dear...
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Dear Colleague, First Light Video is pleased to announce over 20 new programs to our fall catalog. Our first new series “Legends of Screen Make-Up” includes five new programs which take a look at some of the cinematic pioneers and masters of make-up of the 20th century including Jack Pierce, John Chambers & Dick Smith. Please see page 2 and 21. We are also excited to release the second program in our new "Journeys Below The Line" series produced by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences – ER The PropMasters. Go behind-the-scenes of this multi-Emmy®-Winning show and NBC television hit and discover the technically demanding job of prop masters Rick Kerns and Rick Ladomade. Nine extraordinary individuals who have excelled in their respective fields also reveal the secrets of their Creativity in “How to be Creative” – an invaluable tool for Acting and Directing students. For easy on line ordering, please go directly to our website at www.firstlightvideo.com. Sincerely, Michael Bennett, President New Programming Index Guide www.firstlightvideo.com Film, Video & TV Production Beginners Guide to Digital Video Production . . . . . 8 Editing with Final Cut Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ER – The PropMasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Editing Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Film School – Making a Low Budget Movie . . . . . 5 Composing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Understanding Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Make Up & Special Effects Albert Whitlock – Master of Illusion . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Jack Pierce - The Man Behind The Monsters . . . . . 2 Making Wolvy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Tribute to the Wizard of Oz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Tribute to Dick Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Tribute to John Chambers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Broadcast/Journalism Creating an Effective Television Story . . . . . . . . . 17 Acting & Directing How To Be Creative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ■ Acting & Directing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-27 ■ Audio Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ■ Broadcast & Print Journalism . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17 ■ Dance/Stage Combat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 29 ■ Digital/Multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ■ Film, Video & TV Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 ■ Film, Video & Post Production . . . . . . . . 2, 13-15 ■ Lighting & Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 9-11 ■ Radio Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 ■ Sets, Props, Costumes & Makeup . . . . . . 2, 20, 21 ■ Scriptwriting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 28 ■ Speech & Mass Communications . .17, 18, 24, 25 ■ Visual Language & Media Studies . . . . . . . . 8, 19 ■ Writing For The Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ■ How To Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 F Fi ir rs st t L Li ig gh ht t Video Publishing Michael Bennett President 2 New Programming Albert Whitlock: A Master of Illusion The Creation of Special Visual Effects Featuring Mel Brooks Winner - Ohio Film Festival Using Mel Brooks “A History of the World - Part I” as a backdrop, “Albert Whitlock: A Master of Illusion”, takes a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of special visual effects in the movie business. Academy Award winner, Whitlock takes you to his studio where he reveals the secrets of a movies develop- ment, the intricate details involved in creating illu- sions and demonstrates the tricks which made him famous - from creating dust storms to re-enacting “The Hindenburg Disaster.” 30 min. F1159DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$79.95 M M A A K K E E - - U U P P F F I I L L M M , , V V I I D D E E O O & & T T V V P P R R O O D D U U C C T T I I O O N N & & P P O O S S T T P P R R O O D D U U C C T T I I O O N N First Light Video is continually acquiring new programming for distribution. Please contact Michael Bennett directly at [email protected] regarding all new product submissions. Jack Pierce - The Man Behind The Monsters Legends of Screen Make-Up One of the cinematic pioneers & masters of make-up of the 20th century & the legendary monster-maker. This program details the life of Jack Pierce, the legendary monster-maker from Universal Studios classic horror period of 1928-1945. Pierce looks back on his life and work in cinema and his emergence as a premiere character makeup artist. We see Pierce’s work on The Man Who Laughs, Frankenstein, The Mummy, The Invisible Man, The Bride of Frankenstein, Son of Frankenstein and The Wolf Man through historical photos and footage and via live actors. This program re-creates 15 of Pierce’s characters with makeup wizard Robert Burman from Frankenstein’s Monster and Bride to the Im-Ho-Tep Mummy and the original Lon Chaney Jr. Wolf Man. Watch as costumes were created, sets constructed and the many hours of makeup preparation. Actors were lifecasted, makeups were sculpted, molds were made and makeup appliances were fabricated in prosthetic materials. 72 min. F1171DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$119.00 (See page 21 for New Make-Up legends of the Screen) Editing with Final Cut Pro Winner of an International Telly Award. Designed as part of an introductory series on the technical and aesthetic aspects of video production and post-production, these programs have been classroom tested! Geared toward the novice editor, this program introduces editing practices using Apple’s Final Cut Pro editing software. Learn the basics of editing from logging and capturing your footage, to printing to tape and everything else in between. Filled with shortcuts and tips, this program follows a post production project from beginning to end. 45 min. F1173 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$79.95 F1173DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$99.95 (See page 6 for additional programs in this series) NEW! NEW! NEW!
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Dear Colleague,
FFiirrsstt LLiigghhtt VViiddeeoo is pleased to announceover 20 new programs to our fall catalog.Our first new series ““LLeeggeennddss ooff SSccrreeeennMMaakkee--UUpp”” includes five new programswhich take a look at some of the cinematicpioneers and masters of make-up of the20th century including Jack Pierce, JohnChambers & Dick Smith. Please see page 2and 21.
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Nine extraord inaryindividuals who haveexce l l ed in the i rrespective fields alsoreveal the secrets oftheir Creativity in ““HHooww ttoo bbee CCrreeaattiivvee””– an invaluable tool for Acting andDirecting students.
For easy on line ordering, please go directlyto our website at www.firstlightvideo.com.
Sincerely,
Michael Bennett, President
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www.firstlightvideo.com Film, Video & TV ProductionBeginners Guide to Digital Video Production . . . . . 8Editing with Final Cut Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2ER – The PropMasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3The Editing Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Film School – Making a Low Budget Movie . . . . . 5Composing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Understanding Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Make Up & Special EffectsAlbert Whitlock – Master of Illusion. . . . . . . . . . . 2Jack Pierce - The Man Behind The Monsters . . . . . 2Making Wolvy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Tribute to the Wizard of Oz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Tribute to Dick Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Tribute to John Chambers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Broadcast/JournalismCreating an Effective Television Story . . . . . . . . . 17
Acting & DirectingHow To Be Creative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
n Acting & Directing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-27n Audio Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12n Broadcast & Print Journalism . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17n Dance/Stage Combat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 29n Digital/Multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13n Film, Video & TV Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8n Film, Video & Post Production . . . . . . . . 2, 13-15n Lighting & Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 9-11n Radio Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22n Sets, Props, Costumes & Makeup . . . . . . 2, 20, 21n Scriptwriting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 28n Speech & Mass Communications . .17, 18, 24, 25n Visual Language & Media Studies . . . . . . . . 8, 19n Writing For The Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4n How To Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Albert Whitlock: A Master of IllusionThe Creation of Special Visual Effects Featuring Mel BrooksWinner - Ohio Film FestivalUsing Mel Brooks “A History of the World - Part I” asa backdrop, “Albert Whitlock: A Master of Illusion”,takes a behind-the-scenes look at the creation ofspecial visual effects in the movie business. AcademyAward winner, Whitlock takes you to his studiowhere he reveals the secrets of a movies develop-ment, the intricate details involved in creating illu-sions and demonstrates the tricks which made him famous - from creatingdust storms to re-enacting “The Hindenburg Disaster.”30 min. F1159DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$79.95
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Jack Pierce - The Man Behind The MonstersLegends of Screen Make-Up
One of the cinematic pioneers & masters of make-up of the 20thcentury & the legendary monster-maker.This program details the life of Jack Pierce, the legendarymonster-maker from Universal Studios classic horror period of1928-1945. Pierce looks back on his life and work in cinema andhis emergence as a premiere character makeup artist. We seePierce’s work on TThhee MMaann WWhhoo LLaauugghhss,, FFrraannkkeennsstteeiinn,, TThheeMMuummmmyy,, TThhee IInnvviissiibbllee MMaann,, TThhee BBrriiddee ooff FFrraannkkeennsstteeiinn,, SSoonn ooffFFrraannkkeennsstteeiinn and TThhee WWoollff MMaann through historical photos andfootage and via live actors.This program re-creates 15 of Pierce’s characters with makeup
wizard Robert Burman from Frankenstein’s Monster and Bride to the Im-Ho-Tep Mummyand the original Lon Chaney Jr. Wolf Man. Watch as costumes were created, setsconstructed and the many hours of makeup preparation. Actors were lifecasted,makeups were sculpted, molds were made and makeup appliances were fabricated inprosthetic materials. 72 min. F1171DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$119.00
(See page 21 for New Make-Up legends of the Screen)
Editing with Final Cut ProWinner of an International Telly Award.Designed as part of an introductory serieson the technical and aesthetic aspects ofvideo production and post-production,these programs have been classroom tested!Geared toward the novice editor, this programintroduces editing practices using Apple’s Final CutPro editing software. Learn the basics of editing fromlogging and capturing your footage, to printing totape and everything else in between. Filled withshortcuts and tips, this program follows a postproduction project from beginning to end.45 min. F1173 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$79.95
F1173DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$99.95(See page 6 for additional programs in this series)
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Fundamentals Of Scenic PaintingHHHH Four Stars - Highly recommended.“Ranson is an expert on the subject. Filledwith practical information.”- Video Rating Guide For Libraries.This ambitious introduction to scenic paintingexamines the basic components of paint (pigments,fillers, bases and binders), the characteristics anduses of various media (oil and water base paints,shellacs and varnishes, spray paints, bronzingpowders and more) and a wide range of tools andapplication techniques (brushes, rollers, sprayers,sponges, dusters, stencils, rag roll, pounce wheel
and much more). Host Ron Ranson shows specific application methods offoliage, stone, brick, planking, wall paper, architectural detailing, ageing,sky textures, highlights and shadows.81 min. F612 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$148.00
Where Do I Start: Basic Set ConstructionThis program demonstrates basic setconstruction from start to finish.David Shawger, Ball State University SceneDesigner and Technical Director, covers buildingsupplies and tools, the construction of flats andplatforms, the assembly of window and doorframes, the addition of hinging, stiffeners andjacks, moldings and other finishing touches. Plusthe transport and assembly of the completed set.The accompanying teacher’s guide includes aprogram outline, suggested plans for flats,windows, doors, jacks and platforms, a sample floorplan, illustrated glossary and select bibliography.72 min. F646 $119.00 F646DVD $149.00 F646 CDROM $149.00
How Do I Paint It?David C. Shawger, Associate Professor, SceneDesigner at Ball State University, hosts this "howto" video illustrating scene painting techniques ina step-by-step manner that will dramaticallyimprove your sets. Includes cross hatching, paintstamping, glazing, finishing, dry brushing, stenciling,stippling, marbling, spattering, wood graining,feather dusting and brick painting. 83 min.F978 . . . . . . . . . . . $119.00 F978DVD . . . . . . . . .$149.00F978 CDROM . . . . $149.00
Play It Safe: Introduction To Theater Safety“These videos will be the cornerstone ofour yearly safety campaign.”- Carey Lawless, Production Manager,Columbia University, YorkSafety habits every theater and production workershould learn! Save yourself the emotional and legalproblems of an accident and make sure everyone inyour theater or production team watches this tape!Play It Safe gives you hundreds of guidelines, exam-ples and rules so that theater workers can developsafer work habits. The facts are prepared in anamusing & memorable style. This program is dividedinto six sections: Basic OSHA regulations, generalsafety practices, chemical hazards & personal protection equipment, stagelighting safety, costume shop safety and scene & prop safety.82 min. F698 . . . . . . . . . . .$148.00 F698DVD . . . . . . . . . .$158.00
Firearm Safety On Stage“Had the crew of “The Crow” followedthe advice in Firearm Safety Onstage,Brandon Lee would be alive.” - Arts,Crafts and Theater Safety (ACTS)This program teaches actors & technicians to properlyuse guns onstage. Gun & theater special effectsexpert Rovert Chambers demonstrates the following:sound considerations, history of firearms, propercleaning procedures, how guns work & safety checks.Contrary to popular opinion, the use of blanks foronstage firearms scenes is not a guarantee of safety.A must for all administrators, directors, stage man-agers, actors and students. Strongly recommended
for production groups & classes in acting, stagecraft, props, directing andstage managing plus theater faculty & EHS advisors.45 min. F651 . . . . . . . . . . .$129.00 F651DVD . . . . . . . . . .$149.00
Design - An IntroductionDesigner Dennis Gentle provides a fast paced andentertaining introduction to design for film and TV.Gentle uses actual productions and examples todemonstrate the process of scene design andconstruction. He also examines the role of thedesigner in coordinating costume design andselection, props, makeup and special effects to giveeach production a unified style.18 Min. F716 . . . . . . . $119.00 F716DVD . . . . . . .$119.00
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The Pattern Development VideoHHHH Four Stars - Highly Recommended."The Pattern Development Video will be ofinterest to classes in costuming or anyoneinvolved in producing theatrical costumes." - Video Rating Guide for Libraries.
The cutter or draper is at the heart of a costumeconstruction team and transfers a costume design-er's sketch into fully developed patterns andsupervises the work of the stitchers in turning thatpattern into a finished costume. Shows how tomeasurement, costume sketch, develop a paperpattern and fitting a design mock-up.75 min. F611 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$129.00
The Basic CostumerCostumer Carma Shawger covers costume research,the taking of measurements, costume acquisitionand maintenance and various approaches to patternmaking. She uses live models and historical illustrationsto take an in-depth look at the specific requirements ofElizabethan, Victorian and Jazz Age costumes.Costuming a theatrical production can be fun andrewarding with proper organization. This videohighlights 3 major time periods used frequently ineducational theater and shows how to costume aproduction efficiently and cost effectively. Coversorganization and research, Victorian era, measure-ments, Jazz era, acquisitions, patterns, Elizabethan era
and costume maintenance.73 min. F647 $119.00 F647DVD $149.00 F647 CDROM $149.00
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Basic TV MakeupMakeup artist Dawn Swayne provides some background on facialstructure and then presents step-by-step makeup procedures.30 min. F707 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$49.95
TV Makeup: The Basics“HHHH Four Stars - This program will have you up and runningwith brush in hand in 30 minutes.”- Videomaker Magazine
This program covers materials and equipment for abasic makeup kit with step-by-step demonstrationscovering: two base application techniques, eyeshadow, eyeliner, eyebrows, mascara, rouge, lips andpowder. Separate sections cover makeup for men,including treatments for baldness and beard lineand make up for dark skin, light skin, problem skinand children.Plus makeup errors, handy hints for cooling downactors sweating under hot lights and a two-minute“quick fix” technique for interviews.30 min. F800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$149.00
The Make-Up WorkshopA comprehensive “how to” video that coversthe essential skills required for makeup.This unique video leads several students through anactual make-up workshop illustrating make-uppreparation and application through simple step-by-step demonstrations and revision sequences.Each student is consulted individually with theircharacter's design and application. Covers suppliesand tools, corrective make-up, middle age make-up,old age make-up, special effects and more. 90 min.F975 . . . . . . . . . . . . .$119.00 F975DVD . . . . . . . .$149.00F975CDROM . . . . . . .$149.00
A Tribute to John ChambersPlanet of the Apes,The MunstersWith very few and special excep-tions, there is no more influentialan individual in the modernworld of special makeup effectsthan John Chambers. Throughgroundbreaking cinematic tri-umphs as pivotal as Planet of theApes, Chambers 30-year career inHollywood solidified his legacy as a technical master using plastic laminate,foam latex, mold-making, and prosthetic materials. Chambers left a lega-cy of excellence that continues to ripple through the work of his manypeers and proteges. 30 min. F1170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$99.00
Legends of Screen Make-UpA look back on the cinematic pioneers & masters of make up of the 20th century featuring John Chambers (Planet of the Apes),Dick Smith (The Exorcist), effects master Todd Tucker (Making Wolvy) and Jack Dawn (The Wizard of Oz)Legends of Screen Make-Up DVD 90 min. F1176DVD. . . . . . . . . . .$149.00 (Includes A Tribute to the Wizard of Oz, Dick Smith & John Chambers)
Painting HighlightsDrop in on a compilation of several college level painting classes featuringsome great ideas with bricks, dirty walls, wood graining and marble. Includesvideo guide, selected bibliography, sample class syllabus & two project out-lines. High school through college level. Divided into short, easy-to-showsegments.45 min. F980 . . . . . . . . . . . $79.00 F980DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . $99.00
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A Tribute to the Wizard of OzA special behind-the-scenes look at thetribute to honor the makeup genius ofJack Dawn and his team, from the 60-year-old classic film - The Wizard of Oz. Watch the authentic recreation of seven charactersfrom the film, led by a dream team of make upartists including Dorothy (Deborah Patino), theScarecrow (Kenny Myers), the Tin Man (KevinHaney), the Cowardly Lion (Bill Corso) and theWicked Witch (Ve Neill). This unique celebrationalso features current creature king Rick Baker,director Ron Underwood and Howard Smit (whoapplied Munchkin makeups in the original film). Italso includes original Munchkin Jerry Maren. 30 min. F1167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$99.00
A Tribute to Dick SmithThe Exorcist, Amadeus,The GodfatherA living legend and master ofspecial makeup effects. This pro-gram features exclusive inter-views of Dick with his closestprotégés, including Rick Baker,Kevin Haney, and Craig Reardon.It includes dozens of rare photosand film clips of Dick and hisrarest make-ups, many from his early days working in television along withphotos and footage from his classic films, including The Exorcist, AlteredStates, The Hunger, Amadeus, and many others. Additional guest speakersinclude Forrest Ackerman, Alec Gillis and Tom Woodruff, Michele Burke,and Lance Anderson. Special material from George Lucas and John Landis.30 min. F1168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$99.00
Making WolvyA must for students ofspecial effects.This unprecedented documentaryfeatures footage and behind-the-scenes material from Wolvy- a six-character fantasy film.Learn how effects master ToddTucker used a variety of methods,including facial prosthetics,puppeted creature suits, remotecontrol “animatronics,” special costumes, and puppeteering to realize hisunique vision.24 min. F1169 . . . . . . . . . . .$99.00 F1169DVD . . . . . . . . . .$119.00
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