First look - Night of the Devil Zombies

I can't resist -- here are the first few shots from Night of the Devil Zombies.

Enjoy.



There's a lot more where those came from, coming soon.

Night of the Devil Zombies

I've picked myself up a job doing makeup for Night of the Devil Zombies. It's my first foray into theatrical makeup and, whilst I swore never to touch zombies again, I must say I find myself very interested in the concept of interactive theatre.

The proceeds are going towards research into the Tasmanian Devil Facial Tumour Disease, which is currently afflicting... well, I think the name gives it away. Regardless, it's a great project for a great cause, so I encourage any locals to check it out.

Check it out: http://www.nightofthedevilzombies.com/

Cheers.

2Legit clip

Well, here we go. The video clip has been signed, sealed and ready for public release. Any and all feedback welcome.



Cast and Crew:
Director & Editor: Ashley Smart
AD: Anthony Moran
Camera operator: Jack Murtagh, Andy Kitchen
Stedi-cam operator: Glenn Clayton
Grip: Chris Dixon
2Legit: Shifty Shek and M.C. Fazz
Special guest appearance: Ricky Muscat

Shot on Panasonic AG-HVX202En.

Thank you.

2Legit video first stills

Here are a few raw stills from the 2Legit video clip. There has been no colour-correction or post processing of any sort done. JPEG compression has robbed some of the sharpness, but this should give an indication of the final look of the clip.

Enjoy.

2Legit Music Video

We are to produce a music video for local hip-hop group 2Legit. The spot is to feature a special guest appearence by Australian Idol finalist Ricky Muscat.

Details are still being finalised, but expect the finished video up soon.

Thank you very much.

Stan Winston: Requiescat in pacem

Stan Winston, of Terminator 2 and Jurassic Park fame, passed away recently. He was sixty-two years old.

Stan's contributions remain some of the most striking and memorable examples of special effects work in cinema. He was a source of great inspiration for me as a child, an artist who opened my eyes to the magic of film. Stan, perhaps more than any other, ushered in the modern era of special effects for film and television. He has no doubt visited an influence every bit as profound as Ray Harryhausen, Lon Chaney and Willis O'Brien.

Goodbye, Stan.

New job and new camera

Cheers all.

Early days yet, but I've just scored a job on an interesting little film titled Sakooz, produced by Latenite Films. The intention is to produce a short piece to show prospective investors. I am employed in the position of visual effects supervisor. I'll provide as much information as feasible.

I've also purchased a Panasonic AG-HVX202, which I intend to shot my future projects on. Keep alert -- it's a reflective period. Expect a storm.

Chips, friends.