Out of the Blue Productions
Sharing the Underwater World
HD Video & Editing Workshop
Although we have been known for our underwater video for the last decade it is just recently that we have been asked and agreed to share our knowledge and experience on shooting and editing techniques in a workshop format. We do workshops for New York's Beneath the Seas , Chicago's Our World Underwater, Boston Sea Rovers
Below is a description of a typical workshop like the one we did at Beneath the Seas in New York. There we had a great workshop with a good group of divers and have had several positive feedbacks. If you are interested in having us hold a workshop as a moneymaking event at your dive show or shop please email us at
Hands-on Video Editing with Final Cut Pro & Express
Attendees may bring their own laptops with Final Cut Express or Final Cut Pro installed. Others may follow along on a large screen. A collection of underwater clips will be distributed and you will be walked through the steps required to produce a professional looking video. Some of the topics covered will be: log and capture, timelines, transitions, motion, titles, and soundtracks. Learn to avoid the most common amateur mistakes. Scheduled for New York's Beneath the Seas, Chicago's Our World Underwater.
Basic Underwater Video with Professional Results
This w-hour workshop will concentrate on several techniques to improve your underwater video. the topics covered will included the basics of underwater video, advance camera features, lighting, gear setup and care, In addition, the workshop will explore methods of composing and lighhting your subjects as well as what to look for in animal behavior so you can capture the "WOW" shots. With your underwater camera you to can shoot professional looking video. Handout material included. Scheduled for New York's Beneath the Seas , Chicago's Our World Underwater.
Improving Your Underwater Video Workshop
This 3-hour workshop covers the difference between HD and SD video formats. The course includes many shooting techniques and advanced camera features that will improve the quality of your video. In addition, the work shop explores methods of composing and lighting your subjects; developing story lines; and the different components of editing including a demonstration of what to do and not to do. With your underwater camera and home computer you too can produce a professional looking video.