http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html The Desktop Documentaries Blog keeps you up-to-date with all latest and greatest articles added to the Desktop-Documentaries.com Web site. Subscribe here. en-us documentaries Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:58:06 GMT Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:58:06 GMT desktop-documentaries.com http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentary-fundraising.html Top 5 tricks for documentary fundraising. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:58:03 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/the-migrant-workers-of-plant-city-an-american-success-story.html Documentary idea: I work as an employment counselor in Plant City, Fl. I am employed by a government agency (Hillsborough County). My agency is Department Mon, 28 Jun 2010 21:49:42 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/mana-bala-send-a-bullet-review.html First-time filmmaker Jason Kohn makes a courageous and largely successful attempt to weave together the stories of many Brazilians from different walks Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:49:52 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/storytelling-techniques.html Learn the different storytelling techniques that can help you create powerful and dramatic documentaries. Thu, 06 May 2010 00:44:28 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/mac-g5.html It is sad to say, but my Mac G5 has edited it's last documentary. Wed, 05 May 2010 15:30:44 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/audio-basics.html Are you a beginner filmmaker in need of some audio basics for your upcoming documentary shoot? Fri, 30 Apr 2010 01:44:59 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/camcorder-reviews.html Filmmakers share camcorder reviews and personal experiences with camcorders. You can share too! Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:18:11 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Backpack-Journalism-Project Just came across a great program called Backpack Journalism Project at American University. Very impressive and worth a look. Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:50:50 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-101.html Ready for documentaries 101? Heres a quick overview of the wonderful world of documentary filmmaking. Sat, 10 Apr 2010 18:48:12 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/lighting-for-video.html If youre ready to add some flare to your documentary footage, check out these simple and easy tips for lighting for video. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 03:15:10 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/video-production-editing.html This is where the true storytelling begins. These tips will help simplify the video production editing process. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 02:58:22 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/videography-tips.html If you want your video footage to shine, follow these simple easy-to-follow videography tips Fri, 09 Apr 2010 02:57:43 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentary-ideas.html Are you fired up and ready to start filming? Need some documentary ideas? Mon, 05 Apr 2010 03:38:36 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/interviewing-tips.html Want to make great documentaries? Follow these top 10 interviewing tips to get the most of out your interview subjects. Mon, 05 Apr 2010 03:31:12 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentary-funding.html Documentary funding is often the biggest hurdle faced by documentary filmmakers Thu, 01 Apr 2010 04:23:30 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/how-to-write-a-script.html Staring at a blank page? Here are some great starter tips on how to write a script for your documentary. Thu, 01 Apr 2010 02:39:29 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentary-directing-post-production.html Step three: Documentary Directing Post-Production Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:45:39 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentary-directing-production.html Step two: Documentary directing production check-list. Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:21:29 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentary-directing-pre-production.html Step one: Documentary directing pre-production check-list. Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:18:03 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentary-directing.html Documentary directing requires a great deal of planning, passion and persistence. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 03:44:02 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/directing-the-documentary.html Directing the documentary is all about having a vision, being persistent and problem solving. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 03:30:28 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/what-is-a-documentary.html Documentaries 101: What is a documentary? Mon, 29 Mar 2010 02:00:09 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/animoto-review.html This latest Animoto review points out the good and the bad of the latest online video editing technology. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:43:32 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/filmmaking-amateur.html Don't act like a filmmaking amateur, even if you are one! The 13 top blunders of the first time documentary filmmaker. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 01:46:30 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-store.html Check out the documentaries store to browse and get inspired Sat, 13 Mar 2010 22:40:02 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/2010-oscar-nominations-documentary.html And the winnner is: 2010 Oscar nominations for best documentary Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:18:13 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/animoto.html Animoto is one of the coolest video tools on the market today Sat, 13 Mar 2010 15:07:19 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/home-made-videos.html Get creative this Valentines and send your sweetheart a video valentines message. Click here for more homemade video ideas! Sun, 14 Feb 2010 02:36:56 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Video-Contest:-Change-Your-Climate,-Change-Our-World U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has announced a video contest as part of the 2nd annual ExchangesConnect video contest. Submit for your chance to win an international exchange program. Deadline: January 12, 2010 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 02:52:22 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/basics-of-making-a-documentary.html Lights, camera, action! Here are the basics of making a documentary Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:55:28 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Make-a-video,-win-cash,-support-Kiva! $10,000 Kiva video contest. Think fast: Deadline is Dec. 15, 2009! Fri, 04 Dec 2009 03:26:06 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/what-is-a-producer.html Ever wonder: what is a producer? Heres a quick description of the different types of producers in the video/film industry. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 03:02:28 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Win-$100,000-Nikon-video-contest Get creative and capture a "day in your life". Due December 15th, 2009 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 23:19:27 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/buying-a-camcorder.html When buying a camcorder, high definition isnt the only consideration if you want the best video quality. Sat, 28 Nov 2009 22:49:42 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/home-made-videos.html With the holidays fast approaching, home made videos can make the best gifts! Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:20:01 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Calling-all-student-filmmakers-and-artists GEICO launches safety belt video and poster contest. All students are invited to enter. Contest Deadline: January 15, 2010 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:08:36 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/flash-memory-camcorders.html Are flash memory camcorders better than hard drive camcorders? It depends! Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:52:20 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/camcorder-features.html Confused by techno jargon? Heres a list of essential camcorder features to get you started. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:46:18 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/choosing-a-camcorder.html Choosing a camcorder can be an exciting, but there's a lot to think about. Here are a few tips to keep things simple Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:53:10 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/types-of-camcorders.html A quick look at the different types of camcorders you can choose from for your documentary project Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:18:05 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Video-Contest-for-Ski-Bums Want to live in Canada and ski to your heart's desire? Enter this contest for a chance to live and ski for FREE for three months at the Sun Peaks Resort. Deadline: November 15, 2009 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:31:48 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/different-types-of-microphones.html There are many different types of microphones. Which one is best for your documentary project? Mon, 19 Oct 2009 01:16:08 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Is-Twitter-killing-Hollywood's-multi-million-$$$-movie-marketing-campaigns? This could be great news for the small independent documentary filmmaker. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:35:10 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Children-of-Fire-documentary I just received an e-mail from the director of this documentary announcing his team is on the final stretch to finish their film. It's an important subject that deserves attention. Way to go guys for nearing the finish line! Mon, 07 Sep 2009 02:56:35 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/10mph.html Watch and learn, 10 MPH is one of those fun and creative documentaries that make you want to grab a camera and start making your own movie. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:01:41 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#The-second-most-important-question-a-filmmaker-can-ask Sure, the creative process is important, but don't forget the practical and business side of movie making. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 19:03:28 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Gems-from-the-golden-age-of-documentary This is a review of the Irish Film Institute's "Stranger Than Fiction Film Festival" happening this weekend. The review gives a great overview of some of the current cutting-edge documentaries out on the market today. Sat, 20 Jun 2009 18:04:00 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/six-degrees-of-separation.html Watch this compelling BBC documentary about the Six Degrees of Separation, exploring the urban myth linked to actor Kevin Bacon. Sat, 20 Jun 2009 16:46:48 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/documentaries-blog.html#Video-Contest-for-Wine-Lovers If you love wine and are creative with a video camera, this contest may be for you. Everyone who submits a video gets a prize. Deadline: August 31, 2009 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 15:14:55 GMT http://www.desktop-documentaries.com/rule-of-thirds.html Follow these rule of thirds for framing great looking shots. Sun, 07 Jun 2009 19:06:40 GMT