by dwvideo | Mar 31, 2014 | blog
Welcome to Greenville Michigan – the home of the The Fighting Falcon Military Museum. Inside the museum is a replica of the `’The Fighting Falcon”, the most famous combat glider of World War II. Buy Local TV takes you inside to learn about the museum and the World War II glider built and produced in Greenville Michigan at the Gibson Refrigerator Company.
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According to the the Fighting Falcon Website: “The Fighting Falcon Military Museum is dedicated to educating the public about the people, machines and personal history of U.S. war and conflict. We strive to highlight the stories of local men and women of Greenville, Michigan and surrounding areas. Among the uniforms, weapons and equipment are stories from the men and women who have served.”
Producer Duane Weed with his Studio 2 students in front of the Fighting Falcon Glider.
Telling the story of Fighting Falcon Glider located in
Greenville Michigan .More facts from their website –
From Refrigerators to Gliders in 6 Months
*Reprinted from a 1944 newspaper article
Playing tag with the clouds and taking free rides on the wind currents in a glider has been recognized for years as a fascinating and sporting adventure. Today, the glider is no longer merely the happy fun-craft of a few sportsman. It has swapped its gay colors for war paint, and has become a stealthy weapon of war. Gliders tell no tales of their approach. Fleets of them bearing men and guns on whispering wings can he towed over enemy lines while it is still dark, and released at high altitudes to swish down upon objectives at dawn. More information
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by dwvideo | Mar 27, 2014 | blog
The winter of 2014 found video producer Duane Weed capturing some stock footage and time lapse video around Michigan.
The winter of 2014 is one we will not forget. It will be remembered for the amount of days schools were closed. The amount of snow and the number of days of cold weather – also called the polar vortex will be in our minds for awhile. During this time I decided to shoot some time lapse videos with my GoPro Hero 3. Time lapse is a series of frames taken at an interval to give you the result you are looking for. When played at normal speed, time appears to be moving faster and thus lapsing.
Like with any effect you do not want to over do it, add Time Lapse Video as at tool for telling a story. Here are a few examples – similar in style – all around our great state of Michigan.
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It may have been cold and windy outside – this Michigan Time Lapse was done over a one hour time frame, Edited with Sony Vegas Pro the slow zoom in was done in editing. The final was put to a buy out music soundtrack.
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A Michigan Sunrise is beautiful. Editor Duane Weed took this time lapse with the GoPro. During editing added titles and movement to the final video. Then used a buy out music cut to not infringe on copyright issues.
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In Frankport there was a storm coming in across Lake Michigan. Using the GoPro set this time lapse for around 45 minutes. Love the cloud action.
Using many techniques to tell a story – Time Lapse Video is a great tool for your storytelling toolbox.
Video Produced by DW Video & Multimedia, LLC
For more information on the Go Pro click here.
by dwvideo | Mar 26, 2014 | blog
The statement ” Safety can include protection of people or of possessions,” is what SteelTech in Grand Rapids is all about. They use safety videos to train and educate their employees.
At DW Video we produce various types and styles of video. For this video shoot it was in a dirty cold foundry. Reminded me of it is a “Dirty job but someone has to do it” .
Steeltech is a a foundry. What this means is there are unique safety considerations that one should be aware of as you work here and move around through the facility. The safety video will cover how to operate the Redford-Carver 43-A Core Machine. Training and Safety Videos produced by DW Video and Multimedia, LLC
Foundry work is dirty and cold in the winter. Producer-Director Duane Weed does what it takes to get the shot.
Remember, safety is our top priority.
Safety glasses or goggles must always be worn when operating this equipment.
- Welcome to Steeltech Limited. A foundry that produces stainless steel castings for heat treat companies and steel mills. Video produced by DW Video & Multimedia, LLC
Safety videos are a great way to train and educate employees in a consistent manner. With the ability to review over and over, video is a powerful tool in keeping your employees safe. Learn more about Steeltech.
Contact Duane at 231-937-5420 to discuss your project.
by dwvideo | Mar 26, 2014 | blog
KJM Productions and DW Video produce series of landscaping videos for Midland’s Reder Landscaping. The Landscaping videos are being used on Reder’s website.
“The vision of the home begins with the home owner.
The vision of the project begins with Reder Landscaping of Midland.”
These are the opening lines to one of the videos showcasing landscaping projects by Reder.
The concept, the writing and visual idea came from Kathy Murphy, KJM Productions. We had captured numerous landscapes for a TV Commercial and Kathy had a vision to take it further. Kathy is always looking out for her clients and seeing what else can be done to promote them.
After some talks with DW Video and owner Paul Reder, Kathy personalized the landscape videos, wrote scripts and we then edited them. The first round was for a DVD that was given to the homeowners as a thank you for allowing us to capture their landscapes on video. Kathy then did a rewrite and produce these for use on Reder’s website. We did and wow!
www.rederlandscaping.com – utilizing videos produced by Kathy Murphy, shot and edited by Duane Weed.
Reder Landscaping website highlights 95% of the videos Kathy Murphy and Duane Weed produced. These landscape videos add impact to the Reder message on their site.
Using the power of video allow Reder to show off there outstanding work.
Included in the mix of individual landscape projects are the TV Commercials Kathy wrote and produced. Of course, DW Video did the editing. According to Duane, “Audio is 90% of a good video. Kathy makes my job easy. Her concepts and creative flow allows me to edit these wonderful shots into a series of videos that mean business for Reder Landscaping.”
Reder Landscaping is a notch above the rest when it comes to visualizing their customers needs. I love their business sense, their ability to transform ideas into reality. This was taken from their website – “We don’t cut corners. We have the people, experience and dedication to do things right, and with an industry-leading five year warranty on hardscape workmanship, we have the strength, longevity and confidence to stand behind our work.”
The same is true in your message and marketing approach. Give DW Video a call 231-937-5420. No matter if it is a landscape video or promotional – have the Creative Team of KJM Productions and DW Video tell your story.
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