[Frameworks] Antimatter [media art] Online Programs

2020-10-17 Thread Todd Eacrett
Fellow Frameworkers, As some of you know, the Antimatter [media art] festival is happening right now through Oct 25 with both in-person screenings and online programs. Nightly screening programs are available on our website the next day for 24 hours where it says "Watch Online." There are

[Frameworks] Antimatter Festival 2020 — Final Deadline July 11

2020-07-02 Thread Todd Eacrett
their personal screens. Submissions are accepted through FilmFreeway or directly, with entry guidelines and form available on our website. https://filmfreeway.com/AntimatterMediaArt http://antimatter.ca Best, Todd Eacrett Victoria BC Canada ___ FrameWorks

Re: [Frameworks] Looking for camera repair

2020-05-27 Thread Todd Eacrett
Don't know what more to suggest. Could be held in place by rust, gunk or a slightly bent case. On Wed, May 27, 2020, at 7:56 AM, Morgan Hoyle-Combs wrote: > > The one I have has the three screws and the firing knob that all came lose > when I unscrewed them. But Still nothing came undone.

Re: [Frameworks] Looking for camera repair

2020-05-26 Thread Todd Eacrett
. On Tue, May 26, 2020, at 3:43 PM, Morgan Hoyle-Combs wrote: > > Already tried it. Screws, knob, meter reel and all. Something else is keeping > it grounded to the body. > > On Tuesday, May 26, 2020, 4:32:07 PM EDT, Todd Eacrett > wrote: > > > > In addition t

Re: [Frameworks] Looking for camera repair

2020-05-26 Thread Todd Eacrett
In addition to the three screws on the back of the case, you need to remove the shutter release knob and the footage counter (top of the case). The latter has a spring washer under it, so don't lose it. The mechanism should slide/wiggle out as one unit, but if the case is bent or dented it

Re: [Frameworks] Have old 35mm b + w ?

2020-05-16 Thread Todd Eacrett
that would affect it). The Clipper is supposed to start sailing again in June, so could conceivably send it to Seattle that way. Cheers, Todd Eacrett Victoria BC Canada ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5

[Frameworks] Antimatter festival 2019 -- Early Deadline Approaching

2019-04-11 Thread todd eacrett
Frameworkers, The early submission deadline for the 22nd Antimatter [Media Art] festival is coming up in just a couple weeks (April 26). Complete entry information available on the website and Film Freeway: http://antimatter.ca https://filmfreeway.com/AntimatterMediaArt

Re: [Frameworks] a bunch of non-working Eiki 16mm projectors

2019-01-15 Thread todd eacrett
Hi Heather, If there is an EX1500 or EX1510 (or two) we may be interested. Antimatter has pair that are more or less working but we could use a parts machine. Thanks, Todd Eacrett Victoria BC Canada On Tue, 15 Jan 2019 10:39:03 -0800, Cinema Project wrote: Hello All, we

Re: [Frameworks] speaking of Bleu Shut...

2018-10-29 Thread todd eacrett
There was a 165° fisheye lens (Pacific Optical 3.45mm) for gun or cockpit cameras that produced a circular image like that and would jibe with the military surplus origin. One of the samples I have (and some others I’ve seen) has a small hole/divot dead centre in the front element.

[Frameworks] Antimatter 2018 -- Final Entry Deadline Approaching

2018-06-15 Thread todd eacrett
Fellow Frameworkers, Final submission deadline for the 21stAntimatter [Media Art] is a week away (June 22). Entry info on the website and Film Freeway. Antimatter [Media Art] October 11 to 21, 2018 | Victoria BC Canada Early Deadline: April 27, 2018 | Final Deadline:

[Frameworks] Antimatter Festival 2018 -- Early Deadline Approaching

2018-04-13 Thread todd eacrett
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Re: [Frameworks] Showchron editor

2018-02-10 Thread todd eacrett
I have the user manual, which I'm pretty sure includes a wiring diagram. I can send a high res photo of it when I'm back in the studio next week. What problem are you trying to fix? Cheers, Todd Eacrett On Sat, 10 Feb 2018 15:38:55 +, "George, Sh

Re: [Frameworks] Desktop documentary/essay/narrative

2017-10-25 Thread todd eacrett
Brett Kashmere's Cleaning the Glass, which we just showed a few minutes ago at Antimatter. Inbar Hagai's Foot Stretcher has sections made this way as well. On Tue, 24 Oct 2017 19:28:12 -0400, John Muse wrote: Hive mind! I’m looking for films that use the desktop and the

[Frameworks] Antimatter Festival 2017 -- Final Deadline Approaching

2017-06-16 Thread todd eacrett
Fellow Frameworkers, Just a reminder that the final deadline for the 20th Antimatter [Media Art] is two weeks away(June 30). Entry info on the website and Film Freeway. Antimatter [Media Art] October 13 to 28, 2017 |

Re: [Frameworks] Films that question truth

2017-05-07 Thread todd eacrett
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Re: [Frameworks] STINEMAN SYSTEM MOVIE FILM portable DEVELOPING OUTFIT! 16mm/35mm

2017-04-23 Thread todd eacrett
Wow! I have one of these complete, unused, still in its wooden crate, wrapped in 1930s newspapers. On Thu, 20 Apr 2017 16:13:32 -0700, Dominic Angerame wrote: I used to use these in the 70s when making medical films. We used them for titles and credits, handy once u learn the chemistry,

[Frameworks] Antimatter Festival 2017 -- Early Deadline Approaching

2017-04-17 Thread todd eacrett
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Re: [Frameworks] mental problems

2017-03-22 Thread todd eacrett
  Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.  On Wed, 22 Mar 2017 10:41:58 -0600, Gene Youngblood wrote: Friends, I’m seeking recommendations of feature films with scenes that attempt to visualize inner states of mind such as breakdowns (Vertigo), nightmares (Spellbound), acid trips (Easy Rider) or

Re: [Frameworks] optical sound film screening

2017-03-04 Thread todd eacrett
  Scott Fitzpatrick (Winnipeg!) has made a number of works in the past couple years laser printing both image and optical track onto film. From single channel to multiple projector performances, some of which are entirely audial. On Mar 2, 2017, at 8:27 AM, Peter Szely wrote: hello all,  

Re: [Frameworks] "Husbands" and "Wives"

2017-02-11 Thread todd eacrett
  Jennet Thomas and Paul Tarragó      ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks

Re: [Frameworks] Flicker Installation

2017-01-15 Thread todd eacrett
issues with media players choking on high bitrates. And shitty cables.    Cheers,   Todd Eacrett Victoria BC Canada   On Sat, 14 Jan 2017 23:54:03 +0100, Dennis Vetter wrote: Hi,  this is Dennis, a film critic and programmer from Germany.    I’m just asking for short advice: I’m preparing

[Frameworks] Antimatter [Media Art] -- Final Deadline July 22

2016-07-15 Thread todd eacrett
    Frameworkers,   Just a reminder that the final deadline for this year's Antimatter [Media Art] is a week away (July 27). We may be able to accommodate late submissions, but not beyond the end of the month.     Antimatter [Media Art]   October 14 to 29, 2016  |  Victoria BC Canada   Early

[Frameworks] Antimatter [Media Art] -- Early Deadline

2016-05-24 Thread todd eacrett
    Frameworkers,   Just a reminder that the early deadline for this year's Antimatter [Media Art] is rapidly approaching (May 27). Entry info on the website -- submissions may be made directly or via Film Freeway.      Antimatter [Media Art]   October 14 to 29, 2016  |  Victoria BC Canada  

Re: [Frameworks] help identifying this film tank

2016-05-12 Thread todd eacrett
in a darkroom. I've never seen that lid part, but I suspect the tube is for an agitation crank.       Todd Eacrett   On Wed, 11 May 2016 23:21:42 -0400, Carl Lee wrote: What I forgot to mention also was that the circle with the Nikor brand is raised slightly off the surface — for drainage? I’ll

[Frameworks] Call for Entries - Antimatter [Media Art]

2016-03-19 Thread todd eacrett
  Antimatter [Media Art]   October 14 to 29, 2016  |  Victoria BC Canada   Early Deadline: May 27, 2016  |  Final Deadline: July 22, 2016    Dedicated to the exhibition and nurturing of diverse forms of media art, Antimatter is one of the premier showcases of experimentation in film, video,

Re: [Frameworks] recording audio from a Pageant

2016-03-10 Thread todd eacrett
  The Behringer DI-20 direct injection box works well and is also about $25. Two channels, ground lift, several levels of attenuation. I use them to get speaker level outputs from projectors to balanced mic level inputs on a mixing board.   ___

Re: [Frameworks] Duplikin

2016-03-09 Thread todd eacrett
was nothing special, Ektar maybe? Works fine stopped down, but you can easily swap a better lens.   Cheers,   Todd Eacrett Victoria BC Canada On Thu, 10 Mar 2016 01:09:17 +0100, Els van Riel wrote: Dears, Anybody any idea where I can find a Duplikin lens that fits a 16mm Bolex camera

Re: [Frameworks] seamless media player recommendations?

2016-02-27 Thread todd eacrett
Has anyone tried the Micca Speck G2 or IncrediSonic IMP? They're cheap and tiny, no streaming, just file playback. I've been told they loop seamlessly or with just a very short black screen, but no logo/icon. If anyone has used either, do they output analog audio and hdmi video at the same time

Re: [Frameworks] SCOOPIC 16 battery recalling (Spain/Europe)

2016-01-19 Thread todd eacrett
  Shops that sell and service radio controlled cars/planes/boats will usually recell battery packs as well.      On Tue, 19 Jan 2016 10:15:34 +0100, Mark Ostrowski wrote: Dear colleagues, Does anyone know places to get battery packs for a Canon Scoopic 16 recalled in Europe? Also, if someone

Re: [Frameworks] Eyemo camera repair

2015-11-28 Thread todd eacrett
  Jon,   Steve's Cine Service in Vancouver if he (Steve Bereczky) is still in business. He's been repairing and modifying Eyemos for years.    Why do you think it's the spring? Does it keep winding with the spring never getting tighter? Or does it seem fully wound but won't release? Former would

Re: [Frameworks] NEW DIRECTOR NEEDED for Millennium Film Workshop

2015-09-25 Thread todd eacrett
  The writer Nicholson Baker said "...no animal likes to be pecked on the anus by a duck.”    You should maybe give this some thought.     The writer Ben Marcus said: "Anyone who believes that you can make art from language is part of a small, nearly-vanishing community, and we should all

[Frameworks] Limited edition prints at Antimatter fundraiser

2015-09-07 Thread todd eacrett
Fellow Frameworkers,   A fundraising exhibition and sale of editioned prints celebrating the 18th year of Antimatter [Media Art] and the 25th of our better half, Deluge Contemporary Art, opens physically this Friday, and is already open online.   25 artists spanning the history of Antimatter

Re: [Frameworks] Articles/essays on the history of flatbed editors(Moviola, Steenbeck, etc)?

2015-09-07 Thread todd eacrett
  What were the little motorized desktop Moviolas, the LV or LY? The one every college football coach had in his office, according to Hollywood? Some serious film analysis happened on those.       Of course a lot of us used Steenbecks to edit films…  and still do. They were quite

[Frameworks] Call for Entries - Antimatter [Media Art]

2015-07-18 Thread todd eacrett
  Hi Frameworkers! Just a reminder that Antimatter's final deadline is rapidly  approaching (July 24):      Antimatter [Media Art]   October 16 to 31, 2015  |  Victoria BC Canada   Early Deadline: May 29, 2015  |  Final Deadline: July 24, 2015    Dedicated to the exhibition and nurturing of

Re: [Frameworks] AC lock projector

2015-06-02 Thread todd eacrett
  With the projectors facing each other, the inching knobs turn in opposite directions, so some kind of differential reverse gimmick would be required. Easy enough with bicycle chain and cogs.     On Wed, 3 Jun 2015 09:08:10 +0900, Jeff Kreines wrote: You can also use a flexible shaft —

[Frameworks] Call for Entries - Antimatter [Media Art]

2015-05-12 Thread todd eacrett
  Hi Frameworkers! Just a reminder that Antimatter's early deadline is rapidly  approaching (May 29):      Antimatter [Media Art]   October 16 to 31, 2015  |  Victoria BC Canada   Early Deadline: May 29, 2015  |  Final Deadline: July 24, 2015    Dedicated to the exhibition and nurturing of diverse

Re: [Frameworks] Seeking source for this quote:

2015-03-28 Thread todd eacrett
Paul Auster in The Book of Illusions Too much given, I felt, not enough was left to the viewer's imagination, and the paradox was that the closer movies came to simulating reality, the worse they failed at representing the world -- which is in us as much as it is around us. On Sat, 28 Mar 2015

Re: [Frameworks] DVD to .MOV on Mac OS Yosemite

2015-03-10 Thread todd eacrett
Hi Adam, I've been using one of the iSkysoft products. There are a couple for mac, Video Converter and Media Converter, which work with yosemite. These are commercial, but affordable, $40 to $60 or something like that, and will convert pretty much anything, with flexible settings and good 

Re: [Frameworks] two projector HD video for installation?

2015-02-12 Thread todd eacrett
Another option is to make a single, double-wide quicktime file and run the output through a Matrox DualHead to split it into two. On Thu, 12 Feb 2015 13:55:03 -0600, Scott Stark sst...@hi-beam.net wrote: Hi all, I hope this isn't too off-topic. Does anyone have experience or advice on how to

Re: [Frameworks] projector belts

2015-02-02 Thread todd eacrett
Roger, If you still need specs, I checked the o-rings I'm using in our NT-0s. They measure 5mm (.2) thick and 70mm (2.75) inside diameter, which is consistent with your 9.75 measurement. Or close enough for rock n roll. Invoice from the industrial supply lists them as 335, which is the

Re: [Frameworks] projector belts

2015-02-01 Thread todd eacrett
As Scott says, O rings from any industrial or hydraulics supply. The real belts are polyurethane, and you may find poly O rings; if not get nitrile. Not as durable, but cheap. If you can take a sample from another machine to the store, they can match the size. I could measure one tomorrow

Re: [Frameworks] Magnasynch Moviola guitar amp

2014-08-06 Thread todd eacrett
Shhh, don't tell everyone. It's one of the best poorly-kept secrets of film/guitar tube electronics nerds. The Moviola/Magnasync URS is basically the same amp circuit as a tweed Fender Champ -- 12AX7 + 6V6. There are numerous online tutorials to convert the input for a guitar level signal. 

Re: [Frameworks] Magnasynch Moviola guitar amp

2014-08-06 Thread todd eacrett
and unbearable sounds. My kind of project. On Wed, 06 Aug 2014 18:31:41 -0700, todd eacrett hell...@agit-prop.com wrote: Shhh, don't tell everyone. It's one of the best poorly-kept secrets of film/guitar tube electronics nerds. The Moviola/Magnasync URS is basically the same amp circuit

Re: [Frameworks] Moon movies?

2014-07-21 Thread todd eacrett
Alex MacKenzie's 3 x S8 performance nightsky http://alexmackenzie.ca/nightsky.html On Sun, 20 Jul 2014 12:57:15 -0400, Michael Betancourt wrote: Since it's the 45 anniversay of the Apollo 11 Moon landing, I'm in the mood for Moon movies. Here's mine:

[Frameworks] Call for Entries - Antimatter 2014

2014-04-08 Thread todd eacrett
Antimatter [Media Art]  October 17 - Nov 1, 2014  |  Victoria, BC, Canada  Entry Deadlines: May 30/14 (early); July 25/14 (final).  Dedicated to the exhibition and nurturing of diverse forms of media art, Antimatter is one of the premier showcases of experimentation in film, video, audio and

Re: [Frameworks] eyemo lens adapter

2014-03-08 Thread todd eacrett
Technically it's possible -- Eyemo flange to focal distance is 1.5" and Nikon is 46.5mm -- but it would have to slide internally into the Eyemo mount, and most Nikon lenses have a shroud around the rear element (and preset levers) that will get in the way. An aside: when Nikon introduced their

Re: [Frameworks] 35mm slides from digital files

2014-03-04 Thread todd eacrett
Agfa Scala (BW slide film) was discontinued, but is still available from Fotoimpex in Germany. dr5 chrome lab in Denver is the last place that still processes it: http://www.dr5.com.On Tue, 4 Mar 2014 15:35:17 -0500, Pablo de Ocampo pa...@imagesfestival.com wrote:Hey frameworks, this isn't exactly

Re: [Frameworks] HD cam 24 vs 25? vs DCP?

2013-12-12 Thread todd eacrett
From a presentation perspective, I'd nix both of the rapidly obsolescing HDCam and Blu-ray in favour of a ProRes file. Blu-ray is a pita for screenings. I've had discs that tested fine one day then wouldn't read the next. Even with a BR data drive and the software it's a slow and potentially lossy

Re: [Frameworks] Looping Super 8

2013-04-23 Thread todd eacrett
There were Technicolor Super 8 projectors which have a reloadable endless loop cartridge. Just slots into the projector like an 8-Track. I've seen them used by a couple of different filmmakers for installations and expanded cinema performances. The projectors are not terribly bright (150 watt,

[Frameworks] Call for Entries -- Antimatter 2013

2013-04-18 Thread todd eacrett
Fellow Frameworkers…we are currently accepting entries for Antimatter 2013.  In addition to single channel works for screening programs we invite proposals for curated programs, media-based performance and installation projects. Antimatter [Media Art] October 18 - Nov 3, 2013  |  Victoria,

Re: [Frameworks] Moviola m86A replacement parts

2013-02-27 Thread todd eacrett
Liberman Sound (Portland) might be able to help:http://www.libermansound.comOn Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:34:24 -0800 (PST), Mike Morris m_alex_mor...@yahoo.com wrote:Hello everyone,I've already gotten some useful advice here about a moviola I'm working on but I have one additional question. Has anyone

Re: [Frameworks] sound on film

2012-11-30 Thread todd eacrett
I think Alpha Cine uses Noise and Light, also in Seattle. On Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:38:51 -0500, Scott Dorsey klu...@panix.com wrote: Actually, Alpha Cine does not make optical tracks. For making optical tracks on the west coast there is Gibbs Chapman in SF, and then a handful of places in

[Frameworks] Antimatter Film Festival - Early Deadline Approaching

2012-05-02 Thread todd eacrett
Fellow Frameworkers… our early deadline is quickly approaching -- May 11 -- so if you've been thinking of submitting, now's the time. Still almost two months until the final deadline (June 29), but the entry fee goes up a bit!Antimatter Film FestivalOctober 12-20, 2012 Victoria, BC, CanadaEntry

Re: [Frameworks] eiki xenon sound question

2012-02-23 Thread Todd Eacrett
and bolt on the other end of the sound drum spindle -- or maybe they put it on backwards?). You might be able to find a manual at film-tech.com. I'm just working from memory, but can take a look tomorrow and confirm how the sound drum assembly should go together. Cheers, Todd Eacrett Victoria BC

Re: [Frameworks] Anti-static film cleaner recs

2011-10-01 Thread Todd Eacrett
For a looper you need something fast drying. These days that means either an isopropanol or perchloroethylene base. I've used the Edwal version of the latter to clean footage on a looper and it worked well: you can see the cleaner evaporate before it winds into the take-up. Perch is