I am thoroughly enjoying Protools classes with Dan Olmstead; the possiblities of sound enhancing, cleaning and composing are limitless. The power speaks directly to the heart, and there is nothing I enjoy more than speaking to that part of humanity.
Mark Berger made it clear how many layers of sound have actually gone into editing films such as The Talented Mr Ripley, and the tremendous amount of artistry that goes into the creation of each layer.
Last Thursday, David Bergad went into further depth about many of these layers, as well as techniques to aquire the best production sound possible. I would never have noticed so many tones and elements in production sound, if David, Dan, and Mark had not tought me what to listen for in their classes; thank you !!!!
Mike had a very challenging shoot for sound on Sunday, as he wanted to use lavs instead of a boom; he had several long dolly shots with wide angles.
David, I have never noticed clothing sound until now, and if you had not warned me to ensure that we record 2 extra sound takes of all the lines, with minimal production sound, Mike would not have had the necessary sound footage. Thank you so much! You came in the nick of time!
Can it get any better than this? Thank you Patrick! I know you work hard to make this school what it is. We all appreciate your time, instruction, talent, and the heart that you give to this program.