Wow, what a crazy night. The people next door went off and were screaming profanities and threats for the better part of an hour. With our windows open (we didn't want to miss any of it) we could hear almost every word. Security got called at least 3 different times (possibly as many as 5, lost count). Only once by us (well twice but the second time they were already there). Great job to them by the way for doing nothing.
Then later someone tried to get into our room, thinking it was their apartment (possibly one of the same screamers). Very exciting. Triple locked doors = win!
In other news I finally got HIMYM season 4 and Kings on dvd today. What a wait that was, glad to finally have these two gems.
p.s. For those that don't know, HIMYM is "How I Met Your Mother". Not a show for everyone but I love it. I recommend giving it a try, but I also strongly recommend watching it from the beginning. They do a lot of running jokes, story telling tricks and just plain old character development that more or less requires watching from the beginning. So check it out if you haven't.
30.9.09
28.9.09
Science of Sound
Sorry for the delay, I've been expecting news and wanted to wait until I had some. I guess I'll just fill you in on where I'm at.
I had two interviews for internships last week. One didn't want me, but it's ok because I wasn't too interested in them either. The other one seemed interested but I haven't been able to get a hold of them for a couple days. Hopefully I can get in contact this week and nail that one down.
In other news, my sound design/mixing/editing is going well. We were assigned a 90 second clip from a major film that has had all the sound removed and have been tasked with adding sound to it (music, sound fx, etc.). I was assigned a clip from The Last of the Mohicans. We were given 2 weeks to finish the assignment but I really want to watch this movie now so I'm trying to get through it as fast as I can. Also it will make things easier when everyone else in my class is rushing to get theirs done next week. I have been intentionally not watching the actual scene because I want to do this on my own without any guide.
And for those that are not aware (probably everyone), The Last of the Mohicans won an Oscar for sound so that's slightly intimidating. I'll post up the finished product when I'm done so you all can see my handiwork.
Other than that I don't really have much else to say. I watched Favre work his magic yesterday. That was a wild ride. Can't wait for Monday night! What a circus that's going to be.
I had two interviews for internships last week. One didn't want me, but it's ok because I wasn't too interested in them either. The other one seemed interested but I haven't been able to get a hold of them for a couple days. Hopefully I can get in contact this week and nail that one down.
In other news, my sound design/mixing/editing is going well. We were assigned a 90 second clip from a major film that has had all the sound removed and have been tasked with adding sound to it (music, sound fx, etc.). I was assigned a clip from The Last of the Mohicans. We were given 2 weeks to finish the assignment but I really want to watch this movie now so I'm trying to get through it as fast as I can. Also it will make things easier when everyone else in my class is rushing to get theirs done next week. I have been intentionally not watching the actual scene because I want to do this on my own without any guide.
And for those that are not aware (probably everyone), The Last of the Mohicans won an Oscar for sound so that's slightly intimidating. I'll post up the finished product when I'm done so you all can see my handiwork.
Other than that I don't really have much else to say. I watched Favre work his magic yesterday. That was a wild ride. Can't wait for Monday night! What a circus that's going to be.
17.9.09
Quick Update
Hey, just updating everyone.
Still nothing to report on my internship. Keep your prayers coming on this, I am getting a little discouraged by this.
Sorry for the delay but I am going to have to hold off on pictures indefinitely. The cord I bought to transfer photos off my phone is not working yet (assuming it ever will). I will try to get them posted when I can but there is no definite date on that.
More when I have it.
Still nothing to report on my internship. Keep your prayers coming on this, I am getting a little discouraged by this.
Sorry for the delay but I am going to have to hold off on pictures indefinitely. The cord I bought to transfer photos off my phone is not working yet (assuming it ever will). I will try to get them posted when I can but there is no definite date on that.
More when I have it.
12.9.09
Update Time!
Don't let the exclamation fool you, this is mostly going to be a "still nothing to report" kind of post on most fronts.
I've been asked to address a few issues and I realize that I have neglected my updating duties over the last week or so. So here goes.
My screenplay was not chosen for production. I was pretty disappointed and I still want to get some feedback on it, but I can't really complain. There were some very strong screenplays chosen and this was just my first try. I was assigned to sound editing for my specialty on the upcoming production of the scripts they chose. The script I am on is called "Two Hours", a cute little british-style comedy about an accountant forced to watch his boss's young son for two hours.
I still have nothing to report on my internship. My first place I applied ended up not needing an intern. So my resume has been sent out to several places late last week and I am waiting to hear if anything comes from those. I am praying for God to put me where he wants me and I am praying for patience if this is going to be a long process. I'm also praying that it won't be :)
For those who are wondering, the John Williams concert was awesome by the way. He conducted an extensive encore that featured some major staples of Star Wars music and the theme from E.T., which was the highlight. But it was an all around very memorable experience and it turned out to be everything I had built it up to be in my mind.
If anyone is wondering about pictures, particularly from me and Andrew's trip out here, I have many on my phone. Unfortunately I don't have a cord yet to transfer those pictures to my computer for posting. I hope to have an extensive recap of our exciting 4 day adventure soon, complete with pictures and maybe some pictures, but it will have to wait until I can get to a store (hopefully Monday or Tuesday).
I think that will do it for this entry. I will try to keep up to date on facts and happenings more regularly so I can have more space for musings and thoughts in the future. Look for pictures coming early this week.
I've been asked to address a few issues and I realize that I have neglected my updating duties over the last week or so. So here goes.
My screenplay was not chosen for production. I was pretty disappointed and I still want to get some feedback on it, but I can't really complain. There were some very strong screenplays chosen and this was just my first try. I was assigned to sound editing for my specialty on the upcoming production of the scripts they chose. The script I am on is called "Two Hours", a cute little british-style comedy about an accountant forced to watch his boss's young son for two hours.
I still have nothing to report on my internship. My first place I applied ended up not needing an intern. So my resume has been sent out to several places late last week and I am waiting to hear if anything comes from those. I am praying for God to put me where he wants me and I am praying for patience if this is going to be a long process. I'm also praying that it won't be :)
For those who are wondering, the John Williams concert was awesome by the way. He conducted an extensive encore that featured some major staples of Star Wars music and the theme from E.T., which was the highlight. But it was an all around very memorable experience and it turned out to be everything I had built it up to be in my mind.
If anyone is wondering about pictures, particularly from me and Andrew's trip out here, I have many on my phone. Unfortunately I don't have a cord yet to transfer those pictures to my computer for posting. I hope to have an extensive recap of our exciting 4 day adventure soon, complete with pictures and maybe some pictures, but it will have to wait until I can get to a store (hopefully Monday or Tuesday).
I think that will do it for this entry. I will try to keep up to date on facts and happenings more regularly so I can have more space for musings and thoughts in the future. Look for pictures coming early this week.
2.9.09
Nothing Terribly Exciting
Not a lot to report right now but thought I'd post up. The screenwriters group (which I'm a part of) has a fairly open schedule right now so it's been a slow week on our end. I turned in a 8 page screenplay today for consideration for my Hollywood Production Workshop class. Everyone in the program turns one in (about 50) and they choose 5 of them to make into short films. Then we spend the rest of the semester working on them in teams of 10. I am happy to have it turned in and I'm satisfied with my story. I kind of have my heart set on this so I'll be disappointed if they don't pick mine. We find out who made it next week so update coming then.
Other than that, the wildfires are no where near my part of town in case anyone is wondering. You can see them sometimes, and the smoke makes for some mean have sometimes, but we're safe for now. The big concern is there are some big fires right now and fire season isn't supposed to reach it's peak until October. Yikes.
We're going to the Hollywood Bowl on Saturday as a big class outing. John Williams is conducting the LA Philharmonic. They're crappy seats but it should be still be pretty cool just being there. Throw in John Williams conducting his own music and I'm pretty excited.
Anyways, feel free to send any questions you would like addressed in my blog. I'm kind of free forming it right now.
Til next time!
Other than that, the wildfires are no where near my part of town in case anyone is wondering. You can see them sometimes, and the smoke makes for some mean have sometimes, but we're safe for now. The big concern is there are some big fires right now and fire season isn't supposed to reach it's peak until October. Yikes.
We're going to the Hollywood Bowl on Saturday as a big class outing. John Williams is conducting the LA Philharmonic. They're crappy seats but it should be still be pretty cool just being there. Throw in John Williams conducting his own music and I'm pretty excited.
Anyways, feel free to send any questions you would like addressed in my blog. I'm kind of free forming it right now.
Til next time!
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