Project "This Land" - Instructions and Comments

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

04/15/2004 11:36:11 AM · #26

Originally posted by GeneralE:

Originally posted by garrywhite2:
If there are no objections I inserted the second verse of the Canadian version.

I think you get to make the rules for this project ... that will keep it much simpler.

I'm never comfortable with that role and usually am more than happy to pass that torch to someone else.

There's a couple of questions that need to be answered, and a very important item that needs to be addressed. Additionally I have two requests.

First the questions.

Someone asked if it was ok to submit more than one photo for the same line. I have waited some time before answering that so I could get a better idea. At this time I would like to suggest that we not do that. Editing the storyboard while not being a burden, is still a task. I've been careful and lucky in not making a blunder (yet), but adding multiple images for the same line would be painstaking.

Another person suggested only submitting one image per person. I leave that up to the individual discretion of each person. I agree having as many people contribute is a great idea, but weight that also with being able to complete this project at some point of time in the near future.

A note to adding more lyrics..... I think the additions were great but I think it best that we finish what we have for now.

Now the important issue.
Tracy and Paul have both offered some suggestions that are worth everyone's consideration. I know both Tracy and Paul have thought this through so my thoughts are directed more to others who may have similar ideas. As much as this project is a tribute to Woody Guthrie, it also contains the works of some very talented photographers. Should anyone have aspirations of doing anything outside of DPC with these images, you must obtain the consent and permission of each artist that has contributed. Their work is protected.

Now finally my requests. I would like to see two more images added to the project. One a title image, and the last image to contain a list of people who contributed.

I think the title page should contain the words "This Land Is Your Land" and "A Tribute To Woody Guthrie". Also if there is a background it should not contain an image of a particular country (flag etc), since the lyrics are multi-national. I leave that open for suggestions, and would like to see what can be offered. The title page would not be to the same first-come standard as was offered with the lyrics. I think we might want to choose from a selection.

Lastly, for those that have contributed or plan to contribute; I would very much like to see the last image to contain the names and signatures of those have contributed photographs. If you could provide a signature or initials (200x100 dpi?) any color on white background. If you don't have the software, a photo of your signature or initials would work as well. Rather than posting a link, if you could email those to garrywhite@sbcglobal.net I would be most grateful. In the email please include your first and last name as it would be shown above/below your signature or initials.

Thanks again all, you've done a very spectacular presentation!

(edited to add the note about additional lyrics, and spelling)

Message edited by author 2004-04-15 12:16:44.

tolovemoon

Canon EOS Rebel SL1

04/21/2004 03:00:12 PM · #27

Just an idea for some of the lines about the voice sound and being heard, Pictures of singer and microphone, speakers, ect....

Yeah I would love just to have a screensaver made with the images & song ,,,
Its a treasure and memory of participating with great photographers in 2004,
I will get a consent copyright form if everyone is interested and I would be willing to make and send a copy of the collection on cd pc or dvd play back.

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/21/2004 03:06:31 PM · #28

I will work on a title frame. I have a piece of art of Woody Guthrie (similar to a woodcut) that I have legal rights to use, so I might incorporate that.

I have Adobe Premiere if you want to turn this into a movie/slideshow.

cpanaioti

Canon EOS-40D

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

04/21/2004 06:51:33 PM · #29

Garry,

Just one thing I noticed when adding my glacier picture, there is a c missing in Arctic (currently spelled as artic).

Colette

04/21/2004 07:11:36 PM · #30

Originally posted by cpanaioti:

Garry,

Just one thing I noticed when adding my glacier picture, there is a c missing in Arctic (currently spelled as artic).

Colette

Thanks Colette!

Paul I look forward to seeing your title frame.

Looks like I'm down to updating the storyboard in the evenings now, and this weekend thru Monday I'll be in the bay area for some r&r.

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/22/2004 12:33:41 AM · #31

Here's a first draft ... I already have permission to use the artwork, and Drew said it was fine to use the DPC logo.

04/22/2004 12:36:08 AM · #32

That is awesome Paul! WOW!

I am totally in awe, it certainly has my vote.

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/22/2004 01:06:36 AM · #33

Thanks ... all the text is still editable, and I have a few hundred fonts available if anyone likes something else ... there also might be a more suitable background photo -- that's one I dug up from last Fall, and the quality is really only fair (a foggy scene shot out a moving car window does not lend itself to crisp detail!), although I thought the shapes worked well for the art I had.

Ram21

Canon EOS-10D

Canon EF 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6 USM

04/22/2004 01:18:01 AM · #34

The link for Photo 55 is broke, but is like 69217 instead of 69205.

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

04/22/2004 01:27:16 AM · #35

Originally posted by Ram21:

The link for Photo 55 is broke, but is like 69217 instead of 69205.

Thanks Mark. I noticed that also, hopefully Laurie will edit/repost in a couple of days; if not I'll PM her and see if she will offer 69217

EddyG

Canon EOS-1D Mark II

04/22/2004 09:01:06 AM · #36

Originally posted by GeneralE:

I have Adobe Premiere if you want to turn this into a movie/slideshow.

You may also want to look in to ProShow. It allows you to create very impressive slideshows, set to music, and easily create VideoCDs, DVDs, .exe slideshows, AutoRun CDs, web-based shows, etc. It has loads of transitions, the generated files are very compact (if you limit the resolution of your photos to something reasonable), and with the "Pro" version you can even do "Ken Burns" style pan/zooms over a photo to add motion to an otherwise "still" frame. You can also add captions (the words to the song?) The transitions can be easily timed to the music as well.

You can check out a Demo Show here...

Very cool program!

Message edited by author 2004-04-22 09:03:35.

Seanachai

Canon EOS-20D

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM

04/22/2004 09:06:54 AM · #37

Originally posted by GeneralE:

Here's a first draft ... I already have permission to use the artwork, and Drew said it was fine to use the DPC logo.

looks great!

05/31/2004 04:14:55 PM · #38

Terry,
Thanks for the reminder and the additional photos!

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

05/31/2004 05:24:20 PM · #39

Originally posted by Ram21:

The link for Photo 55 is broke, but is like 69217 instead of 69205.

Thanks for the update Laurie, fixed! =)

Canon EOS-60D

05/31/2004 05:25:50 PM · #40

Thank you! Sorry for any confusion...cleaned out my portfolio and accidentally erased the original picture so I had to repost!

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

05/31/2004 09:07:28 PM · #41

How many lines are left to fill?

05/31/2004 10:44:35 PM · #42

Originally posted by GeneralE:

How many lines are left to fill?

I counted 24 left, so still a ways to go. I'll look to see if I have another picture that will fit.