New movie!

I don’t think I even mentioned this on the blog… I have no idea why.

A little while ago, in what I still think was an unbelievable stroke of good luck, I received a notification that my new camera had been shipped.

It was on back-order.

Everywhere.

Anyone I asked would tell me that even though I pre-ordered the thing in October, it’d be anywhere from two to three months from January before I could hope for it to head my way. But on January 18th, it came to my door.

The next day, I got my new lenses.

And the day after that, I shot a movie with it.

The ability to switch from great still photography to High Definition footage within the same camera and with just the click of a button is an unbelievable experience. Sure you get used to it, but it still rules. The funny thing is that I used to scoff at the idea of bringing video to a photo camera. “Psh, just make me a good photo camera would ya please?!”

Well, it turns out that photo cameras shoot really, truly gorgeous video. I discovered this a year and a half ago when the Canon 5D MkII came out and everybody’s heads exploded at the sight of the footage. Mine included. But I couldn’t justify stepping down to the 5D just to get video. Then the 7D came out. Even cheaper than the 5D and also equipped with beautiful video. But it was a step down from the 5D, so forget it. Both cameras would mean spending money that I’d later regret.

So, I patiently waited for my 1D MkIV to come out.

It finally did.

And now… The movie’s done!! Here’s a couple of images to whet your appetite

The poster:

The image that will go straight on the disc:

If you’d like to come see the film, I’d love to have you! Just leave a comment or email me directly!