Posts by PHANTAZMA

Adobe, for years has had engineers on forums like Reduser, day by day, asking what they could do better. Adobe spent years trying to be taken serious. With that, programs like Premiere/After Effects can import pretty much any codec out there, RAW. I can edit every file type thrown my way instantly, and work with Epic Red 5K Raw on a daily basis, via studio workhorse machines or simply a lightweight laptop with much less power. The reason being, Adobe was, and still is, listening to what the professionals need and what their competitors lack. I failed to see Avid or Apple folks on the forums, communicating regularly/or ever, to see what they could do better. While editors I know were still editing offline or converting footage, I was done with an edit. The “Industry Standard” BS of Avid or FCP, both collect dust on my machines for the most part these days.

The new CC with Cinema 4D/After Effects is another example. Folks have been asking for such AE.C4D integration for years. Now, we are getting that. And that, I’m sure will continue to get better and better. So, to think CS6 is that last suite you will need for the next five years, is rather foolish, in my opinion. No working professional here should have such an attitude. Speed and sufficiency is what I look for in my day to day operation. I do not care if you call it Apple, Avid or Adobe. They do not pay me to promote, rather I pay them to supply me the strongest editing/motion graphic experience. If one does not get their S*&! together for my needs, it collects dust and eventually they do not get my money. Adobe has been listening and responding to what we need implemented in their programs.

And as far as cost goes, I think its a gift. Programs like C4D, Maya, and Nuke, have much higher standalone license cost, than what Adobe is giving folks. The cost on individual apps, which can cost between $599-$699 – or a Master Collection, which can cost $2600 right out the box, for 18 month cycle. or $840 for CC with options of other Apps, for which I use to have to pay separate for (for example Lightroom)....Its a no brainer. I would say, use what version satisfies you and makes you happy. But, to reiterate, I have seen Adobe listen and respond. So as time goes on, and further progress is made in building each program to their fullest in terms of speed and sufficiency, as a professional, you would be a fool not to take advantage. Especially if your time is money.

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It puzzles me why there is such a backlash on this new subscription model. I suppose folks do not like change. Like editors I know still using FCP7. I’ve been using the CC since it was launched and I love it. Makes perfect sense, both professionally and financially.

Creattive said
Not sure if you are referring to me here, cause I don’t always leave a thank you for comments on my items. But when there are only the “usual suspects”, who are commenting every project in the hive, I don’t feel like giving a thank you as that would be as nonsense as their “great project”, probably without watching the preview. Just my opinion. There are great people in this community but not all that shines is gold.

Oh Man, No, No, No, I’m in no way referring to you my friend! No one specific. Just an observation throughout my time here. Just in general.

Creattive said

PHANTAZMA said
I think there are many authors who show and prove one can make a living at Videohive. However, if the dollar takes priority over the artistry and learning experience, then it becomes the process of trying to re-invent successful projects, rather than work hard and invent something new for themselves and the market. I do not care how long a project takes me to complete. Nor do I care about how much money I make per project. I do care about challenging myself for each project I do and trying to move out of the “Template Creation” mindset. I’ve been blessed with always having a super busy and chaotic production schedule outside of the Hive. But, what the Hive give me is peace and relaxation. The Hive and the projects I make are for animators, editors, designers all in mind. And truly, each project should be a journey. From concept to creation. I always learn something new, regardless if I have been using programs like AE since 4.1 (perhaps I am showing my age). But, to be inspired by others, and try to create something to inspire back, is a good formula for finding success. Lastly, what drew me to actually make some After Effects goodies was to be apart of an amazing community. Truly incredible people, incredible artists, incredible works. So, this should not feel like work or a job. So, love what you are doing, love why you are doing it, and money will come.

Your items show that you speak the truth here

Thanks Creattive! I know I don’t speak much on the forums. But when I do, I try to speak the truth. But!!!! I do speak much on the comments log for every comment thrown my way! So, with that said, I do feel replying, whether individually or to all, comments authors give, takes a few seconds. Not saying to reply to every comment individually. But popping in and thanking everyone does show your gratitude, respect and appreciation to others. Nothing annoys me more when I do not see 1 sort of reply, giving thanks to the positive comments given. This comes with the smallest projects to some of the most popular projects on the Hive. Outside the hive, its normal for me to be in the midst of travel and working on a half a dozen projects at once, be it filming, editing or animating. Yet, I find the time to respond and show my gratitude. I just feel showing no response here and there is pure ignorance. But thats just my two cents, and figured I would drop two more cents in.

I think there are many authors who show and prove one can make a living at Videohive. However, if the dollar takes priority over the artistry and learning experience, then it becomes the process of trying to re-invent successful projects, rather than work hard and invent something new for themselves and the market. I do not care how long a project takes me to complete. Nor do I care about how much money I make per project. I do care about challenging myself for each project I do and trying to move out of the “Template Creation” mindset.

I’ve been blessed with always having a super busy and chaotic production schedule outside of the Hive. But, what the Hive give me is peace and relaxation. The Hive and the projects I make are for animators, editors, designers all in mind. And truly, each project should be a journey. From concept to creation. I always learn something new, regardless if I have been using programs like AE since 4.1 (perhaps I am showing my age). But, to be inspired by others, and try to create something to inspire back, is a good formula for finding success. Lastly, what drew me to actually make some After Effects goodies was to be apart of an amazing community. Truly incredible people, incredible artists, incredible works. So, this should not feel like work or a job. So, love what you are doing, love why you are doing it, and money will come.

Purchased. Great App! Playing through with everything. Looks great, works great!