reader’s comments
The following is a collection of comments made by the readers of Motion Graphics and Effects in Final Cut Pro.
Hi Kevin,
I am an editor up in Seattle and over the last few years have begun to accrue a small library of various Nonlinear editing and graphics books.
I just wanted to tell you that I think your "Motion Graphics" book is by far the best FCP book I've found and I recommend it to anybody who asks me what books to buy to get started with Final Cut (along with the Apple Pro Training Series). I just wanted to drop you a line and say kudos.
JR Steendahl
The Victory Studios
Just wanted to drop a line to you and let you know that your book is fantastic! I've been working in chapter 5 and I have recently bedazzled a client with the "pinwheel" effect as I call it but was only using photos, not moving video. It has enabled me to figure out how other special effects on other videos have been done. Is there going to be a volume 2? If so, put me on the waiting list. Also, thanks for the help on my posts in 2-pop.com.
Keep up the good work!
Kevin Goebbel
I really LOVE your book. I'm learning FCP on it, as well as the advanced compositing and effects stuff. Much better than other books I've tried. Has a lot more in it than the title suggests.-Douglas Smith
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Great Book on Motion Graphics and Effects in FCP!
- Eric Stirrup
I’m Cuban and I live in Spain. I working so much with Final Cut Pro and your book is incredible. Again, thanks for your efforts. I hope some day to know you in person and invite you for mojitos here in Madrid. Hurray for you and your teamwork.
Oseami Palazuelos - “Chao Pescao”
I bought your book and have really enjoyed it so far. I am always interested in new ideas or old ideas revisited. Thanks for taking the time to put it all together.
Scott Zellman
I just wanted to thank you for writing your new book. I love it! You have done a great job.
This resource is going to make me a better FCP editor. Thanks again. Keep up the great work!
Best wishes,
Bruce Wittman
Executive Producer
Eagle Video Productions, Inc.
Congratulations on the book, I have just finished putting together a graphics course in FCP and your book helped, it will be my recommended book for the course. Thanks.
Jerry (redeye)
J.leer
Apple Solutions Expert (Video) : Adobe Certified Expert (AE)
AJV Media Production Consultants, UK
Hey Kevin,I wanted to drop you a note and tell you how much I'm enjoying Motion Graphics and Effects in FCP. I picked it up the other day at the Apple Store and I'm still working my way through it. I'm reading it cover to cover for two reasons.
One, as you said, even the old pros can pick up a few things and I certainly am.
I'm also reading it from a "is a this a good book to throw at Avid editors to help make the transition?" standpoint. The answer is yes. I like the idea that you spent the first three chapters, not exactly starting from scratch, but it's a good place for my Avid colleagues to begin.I think your voice, or style of writing, is really right on. Casual and informative. A really good level for your audience. It's very easy to say that I'm going to read to the end of the next chapter and put it down only to find I'm half way into the chapter after that before I realize I have other work to get done and really do need to put the book down! It's a very effortless read.
So congratulations. I look forward to finishing it up and going through a lot of the tutorials. I self taught guy like me always has little gaps in his knowledge and I'm hoping to fill them in by the time I'm done reading.
Nice job again on the book and hopefully we'll get a chance to catch up in person in the near future.
Billy Sheahan
Film Editor
Avenue
Chicago, IL
I purchased a copy of your book "Motion Graphics and effects in FCP. I just started chapter 5. This is the chapter I'm really excited about and it is what convinced me I needed this book! Also the color correction chapter will give me some much needed guidance.
Just wanted to say that the tips I am picking up from your book is well worth the price I paid for it. I bought it at Borders Bookstore.
Great job!
Kevin Goebbel
Minnie Movies Video Productions
From C. Sharp
Western MA
I just started your book and I really like it so far!
Thanks,
Robb Albrecht
R.A. Studios - Morro Bay, CA
