Getting Back to the Mac

Finally, I have had some time to play through some of my footage from the fall season. I only wish I had more time to do so.

In less than a week, I will be making a presentation to those willing to listen down at the Indiana On the Fly show in Indianapolis. As a part of this presentation, I wanted to throw a short high energy video of Steelhead in to get things started right. I just finished the piece....nothing special, but is short and sweet.....of course, I am the videographer, editor, etc, etc, etc, so what else would I say about it.

No really, I am excited to be getting back to editing a bit. It feels good to mash the keys and watch the time filming on the water come together to tell a story of what we do. The other exciting thing is that the short is edited to a song written by a good friend who I don't get to hang with much. However, I have been able to hang with them at a couple of shows recently where they have debuted their newest album "The Great American Midrange." If you are a fan of classic rock.....Rolling Stones, Black Crowes, Jimi Hendrix, etc.....then check these guys out...they have played with some big names like Peter Frampton, Dave Matthews, Goo Goo Dolls, etc. Here is a video of one of their new songs entitled "Back to Indiana." It played during the Indianapolis 500 last May on ABC....good tune, but you really need to listen to their album. Their website is www.theelms.net and here is that video....

I will post my new video here after my presentation this weekend....I don't want to show it publicly before the big show down in Indy.

Well, it is about time for me to jump back in the truck to go plow the unbelievable amounts of lake effect snow that is falling. I think we have nearly 2 ft on the ground and it is still coming down hard.

Until next time,

Patrick "Flybum" Robinson

Owner/Operator

Flybum Media Productions

It's Been A Busy Fall!

Well, Fall has now given way to old man winter and white can be found all around. Fishing has kept us busy which much to my chagrin has kept the video camera out of my hands on more days then I would have liked.

I did however get the chance to go out and do some more learning recently. I don't know about you, but I take any chance I can get to learn new things and expand my horizons. Recently I had the privilege of doing this with a seasoned videographer who has made quite the reputation for himself. His name is RA and he operates Beatty Outdoor Productions.

RA is a cool guy and he was quick to give pointers and help me out with what most would consider basic stuff I'm sure....but hey, I am from the school of "the only dumb question is the one you don't ask!" So, I asked and he was quick to answer. Thanks RA for your willingness to help a new guy....it was much appreciated!

Not only did I get questions answered, but I also got to watch him film which is always a learning experience because everyone has their own way of doing things.

We did get some steelhead action on film this year, and I hope to edit some down this winter. With any luck I will find the time and put together something to enjoy.

Another project we worked on for a couple of days was filming with the guys from the Orvis Company....their product development guys were down for the weekend and we tried to roll film for a couple of days and got some good footage.

Needless to say, we have some work to do as time allows.

Have a Merry Christmas and a great New Year's!

Patrick "Flybum" Robinson

Owner/Operator

Flybum Media Productions

A Project Complete Gives Way To Those on the Horizon!

In the recent months, I have been busy learning new software, understanding new principles and just flat out working my tail off to the best I can be. I guess to sum it all up, it's been like going back to school.

As noted in my previous posts, the new equipment is great and is proving to be a HUGE asset to me in the filming and editing side of things.

I have just completed my first real project shot and edited on all the new equipment. It took much longer than I had wished, but that is what happens when you are trying to get a grip on so many things at once.

The project that I just completed is the result of a day spent at Mertensia Springs Trout and Wilderness Conservation Club down in the Dayton Ohio area. It is a promotional piece highlighting the property and resource they have. Check it out when you get a chance!

Now that the project is done and ready for shipment, I can focus on the next task. It is a big task, but I think I am up for it!

In less than a week, I leave for the Bristol Bay region of the great state of Alaska! It is a fisherman's paradise and a wilderness lovers dream. From a plethora of ducks and geese to eagles, from brown bears to sockeye salmon, the place is as close to heaven on earth as many can imagine. I will be up for two things....fishing and filming!!! If those two objectives don't get accomplished, then I have failed. I hope to bring back enough footage to edit down Volume 2 of "The Adventures of Flybum." Somehow I don't think it will be a problem...unless it decides to rain the whole time...at which point I will probably break out the rain gear and film on.....

So, for now, I just have to figure out how to get all of my gear up there....in one piece...without spending tons of extra cash....and with enough flexibility to carry it with me wherever I go while we are on stream.

I will post all kinds of stuff when I return...until then, you can keep up with our other groups Alaska highlights at the Steelhead Alley Outfitters Blog.

Until next time, good shooting....

Patrick "Flybum" Robinson

Owner/Operator

Flybum Media Productions