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For the past three weeks, I’ve been swept up in a whirlwind of activity and teamwork creating all the special interactive tools and accompanying video and audio for my upcoming book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of which, and forgive me if you’ve heard this before, but please schedule the book purchase and party for June 12 at noon ET, 9 am PT in your calendar now so you can join us for a fabulous book launch party (giveaways, bonuses, special training, celebration!). <\/p>\n\n\n

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Here’s the team: with Dan Thibeault and Portland Helmich<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

I have learned so much in these three weeks of working with extraordinary individuals who are helping me create something truly special and empowering for you as a writer and creative. So, today, here are some of the big picture and nitty-gritty details of what I’ve learned from digital media pro Dan Thibeault<\/a> of Fast Twitch Media<\/a><\/em> and producer Portland Helmich<\/a> regarding recording audio and video content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Readers of The Joy of Writing Journal<\/em> <\/a>may remember the QR codes that lead to interactive video content and audio meditations\/visualizations. My new book takes this a step further with a dozen audio meditations and breathing practices and ten videos that teach you simple qigong, yoga, sufi spinning and other ancient wisdom practices reimagined to induce creative flow for your writing. Hold onto your seat\u2014it’s life-changing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without further ado, here are some of the lessons learned and tips to share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lessons in Shooting and Recording Video<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Scene<\/strong>: You want to find an interesting background that has some depth to it. Not clutter but depth. So have an object or two behind you and the wall for example. (Thank you, Portland!). And Dan advises, “Spaces before faces,” meaning, “choose your environment before you start, ensuring there is enough room for various effects.”<\/p>\n\n\n

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We shot the majority of videos indoors where noise was minimal and easier to control. Photo: Dan Thibeault<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Noise<\/strong>: Shooting indoors is simpler than outdoors. You have fewer noises to contend with (think airplanes, traffic and even birdsong, if it may interfere with your spiel). While the audio engineer may be able to take out some of the noises, it’s much easier and more reliable to eliminate what noise you can from the outset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indoors can be noisy too. Turn off any heat that blows and makes noise, fans, etc. Be alert for a loud refrigerator!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mics<\/strong>: On a related note, we used a wireless Lavalier mic, which was great overall, but with a particular outfit, when I did any twisting movements (in the qigong or yoga practices), my blouse material slid near the mic and made a loud annoying sound. Our solution was to shoot the two twisting videos without sound and add the verbal instruction separately. All the other videos we could shoot with sound from the outset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make-up<\/strong>: It helps. If you\u2019re not used to applying make-up, get professional help or a lesson. I\u2019m not a big makeup person, but I could see the difference in appearance on camera when I added makeup. Portland did an amazing job and she taught me well enough that when I was on my own for my photo shoot, I applied foundation, mascara and eyeliner, in addition to powder, eyebrow pencil, lipstick and blush. For most of my female readers, you are probably way more advanced than I am, but this was valuable for me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dressing<\/strong>: Wear something flattering. Boxy clothes that may look fine in real life often look extra bulky on camera. Materials like acetate or silk that have a flowing quality can be more forgiving than the natural fibers I prefer in IRL. Solid colors can be more attractive and less distracting. Find out what colors look best on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lessons in Shooting and Recording Audio Content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everything in this section, I credit to Dan Thibeault. Dan got online with me and coached me as we practiced and then recorded audio. His tips:<\/p>\n\n\n

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with Portland Helmich; photo Dan Thibeault<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n