About: Steve

Steve Unkles has always had a fascination with stories, images, and ideas. His professional career in media began with his studies at The American University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Audio Technology in 1987. Having more interest in education than working in the music industry, Steve first worked at Boston University, and then in other academic and professional settings providing media support and production services. A series of artistic and professional audio, film, and video projects lead him to dedicate his life’s work to the creation and archiving of recorded media as embodied in Audio-Visual Archives.

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The Problem with Available Light

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Here’s an overlooked issue I encounter on a regular basis. I’m asked to spec out a location video shoot in a conference room or typical academic setting. After a site visit and discussion of the overall needs, it’s time to quantify the equipment, labor, and any other costs it will take to produce the finished product. My equipment consists of three general categories. Cameras and related video gear, Audio gear, and Lighting equipment. Since this is simply documentation of a live event in a well-lit room, lighting equipment is surely unnecessary, right? I used to think so, especially considering that until recently the alternative meant bringing in bulky, and very hot, potentially dangerous gear into the space, changing the look and feel of the place, all while hoping the circuit breakers wouldn’t blow. That was out of the question. But back to the question–why bring in lights when a space is plenty well lit? The answer has to do with several shortcomings with commercial lighting as it applies to video and image-making generally.

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thank you soooo much for the amazing job you did. I really really appreciate it!

- Olivia

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Thank you from my heart!  It was beautiful.  ...She said it is the most special gift I have ever given her in 40 years.  It was a pleasure meeting you and I hope to see you again...

Yours truly, Tom

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The DVDs look wonderful, I love the artwork and the sleeves, and even the “right size” box..
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We sold out of the first run already, so let’s print another 100.  Glad you suggested that design.  It’s eye-catching and makes them want to hear it...

John

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"What would we have done without you?  ...the recording is lovely."  Monica.
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"First I must say the recording is clean...real quiet.  Nice dry acoustics...and a pleasure working with you."  Dan.
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"Thank you very much.  Sounds great!"  Rich.
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"On behalf of all of us, I'd like to thank you for helping us make 'Music Maker' a reality.  We truly appreciate your time and efforts."  Amanda.
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“Hi Steve:  We're much enjoying the great dvd's you made”

 

                                     “Excellent!  Looks really good!”

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