Notes from December 2009

RACC awards two grants to Empty Quarter

The other night, I returned to the apartment from a long day of work to find a rain soaked envelope sitting at the front door. I could see the envelope had a RACC logo, and judging from its size I could tell it was not a rejection letter. The contents of the envelope indicated that Empty Quarter had been given two awards, which will help tremendously in the completion of the film. We had basically shelved the project until funds could be secured, so this was pleasant surprise, especially after wondering if we could manage to finish the project within the next 1-2 years. I immediately sat in front of my calendar and began to look at dates for a 10 day shoot in late winter, early spring. So, we'll be returning to Ontario, Vale, Burns, and points beyond to resume shooting and then wrap production of this long-term project. We are grateful to the panelist who could see the value in our project, and granted the much need resources to help bring us to completion.

December 19, 2009  –  permalink

Returning to stills

About a month ago I purchased a Leica M2 after a long deliberation over 6x7 or 35mm. In the end, I decided on 35mm for it's portability, and the M2 because of it's bright focus patch (amongst other attributes). It's been a number of years since I've done any still photography. I was beginning to miss the process. I think moving to a different location in the city may have helped stimulate my desire to resume recording and surveying. Still looking for a fast 35mm lens, but hope to have something in the next month or two at which point I have a survey project in mind.

December 01, 2009  –  permalink