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Milwaukee, WI – January 12, 2012 – Safe Harbor Computers, a leading supplier to video editors, 3D animators and post production professionals, has announced that they are now providing live chat support to customers around the world. Building on the highly-rated customer service that they’re known for, the new live chat feature is another simple and user-friendly option now available to customers throughout their shopping experience. The new feature integrated into Safe Harbor’s website allows post production professionals to connect one-on-one with experienced staff, both pre- and post-sale, during standard business hours. "In addition to email, phone and various social networking sites, the live chat feature is just one more way that customers can connect with us and discover the best solution for their needs," says Jeff Pulera, NLE specialist at Safe Harbor. The live chat addition is the first in a series of updates to Safe Harbor’s online experience. "With a number of updates planned throughout the year, we will soon be able to provide our customers with a completely seamless shopping experience, from general research on gear and software, to pre-sales questions, purchasing and post-sales support, all entirely possible without ever leaving our site," states Marc Leitner, Marketing Coordinator. Safe Harbor’s live chat is currently online at www.sharbor.com and is accessible via the "Chat online" icon in the upper right-hand corner of any page. About Safe Harbor Computers Celebrating 25 years of business, Safe Harbor has become one of the most trusted resellers in the multimedia industry. Founded in 1987 as a Commodore Amiga reseller, Safe Harbor helped to advance the video production industry by providing quality products and outstanding customer service to a wide range of creative artists. With a clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate website, Safe Harbor has built a reliable reputation as an industry leader. Look to Safe Harbor for quality editing and animation software and hardware, as well as for a professional and personable experience. For more information, please visit: www.sharbor.com Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals at Safe Harbor Computers
It's that time of year again! The time when we offer our biggest sales ever... The time when you save hundreds of dollars on the software and gear you need... and more importantly, the time when we get to extend our thanks to you, our loyal customers. For one week only, we're offering HUGE savings on our workstations, as well as a number of popular hardware and software solutions. These specials, bundles and freebies are WHILE SUPPLIES LAST and won't last long. In addition to these special markdowns, order by 11/29 and get a FREE USB flexible keyboard! Just shoot us a quick note on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ requesting one! These virtually indestructable water/dust-proof silicone keyboards are a portable and convenient solution for when you're out in the field or limited only to your smartphone. Check out all of our Black Friday and Cyber Monday specials or feel free to give us a call at (800) 544-6599. Safe Harbor Computers to Exhibit at 2011 IVA Filmmakers Expo
Waukesha, WI – June 7, 2011 – Safe Harbor Computers, a leading supplier to video and 3D animation professionals, today announced that they will be exhibiting at the 5th annual Illinois Videographers Association Midwest Expo, June 28, 2011. Demonstrating unique features of the Atomos Ninja, alongside the power of Safe Harbor’s custom-built Tsunami and Mac Pro workstations, attendees will experience hands-on benefits of the latest hardware and software. The Atomos Ninja, a rugged and portable 10-bit field recorder for video cameras and DSLRs with HDMI, will be mounted to a Sony video camera for demonstration purposes. The battery-powered unit takes the live uncompressed HDMI feed from a camcorder and saves it to a 2.5" hard drive in the 10-bit ProRes format with 4:2:2 quality, bypassing the compression cameras use when saving HD video to tape or memory card. The captured ProRes files can then be immediately edited in Final Cut Pro without Log and Transfer or any type of transcoding needed. The ProRes clips will also play in Premiere Pro CS5.5 for PC users. Functionality will be demonstrated on both platforms. Also featured will be Safe Harbor’s custom built Tsunami workstations powered by Adobe Production Premium CS5.5 and NVIDIA Quadro by PNY. The Mercury Playback Engine at the heart of Adobe Premiere Pro CS5.5 is NVIDIA GPU-accelerated, 64-bit native, architected for the future—enabling users to work more fluidly on projects in SD, HD, 2K, 4K, and beyond. Safe Harbor staff and experienced video editor Jeff Pulera will be available for questions as he demonstrates this powerful setup with the Atomos Ninja. An Apple Mac Pro workstation will also be on display with unique configurations tailored to specific editing needs. Literature, raffle prizes, exclusive show specials and coupons will be available to all attendees at the Safe Harbor booth. Jeff will also be discussing the various performance levels of Tsunami and how Safe Harbor can work with customers to meet specific needs and budgets. Show attendees will be able to visit the booth, talk with video professionals, and learn how the Atomos Ninja, with an optimized workstation from Safe Harbor, helps to maximize production workflows. This year's IVA Expo features:
More information and registration is available at http://www.ivaexpo.com/. About Safe Harbor Celebrating 24 years of business, Safe Harbor has become one of the most trusted resellers in the multimedia industry, providing quality products and outstanding customer service to a wide range of creative artists. With a clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate website, Safe Harbor has built a reliable reputation as an industry leader. Look to Safe Harbor for quality editing and animation software and hardware, as well as for a professional and personable experience. Safe Harbor's Ready-To-Edit Tsunami Workstations are extremely high-quality, highly reliable systems backed by renowned customer service. All components are brand-name, non-OEM products and carry full manufacturer warranties - proprietary drivers or technology are never used. System boards are certified compatible by capture card manufacturers. Each system must pass rigorous testing procedures and a full burn-in period before it is shipped. For more information, visit: http://www.sharbor.com About Illinois Videographers Association Established in 1996, the Illinois Videographers Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the continuing education of all videographers from professional to amateur. Monthly meetings on various videography topics and trends are held at The Double-Tree Suites in Wood Dale, IL.
Pixologic unveils ZBrush Version 4.0 (for Win and Mac) at Siggraph 2010!
Pixologic, Inc., makers of the award winning ZBrush is pleased to announce that it will be unveiling the latest software in the Pixologic line - ZBrush Version 4.0 (for Win and Mac) at Siggraph 2010 show Los Angeles Convention Center 27th-29th July 2010. Pixologic also announced that following the 'sneak preview' at Siggraph 2010, ZBrush 4.0 will be available to the public for purchase and download on 8/9/10 (Monday 9th August 2010). Those visiting the Siggraph exhibition floor will have the opportunity to pre- purchase a special edition package of ZBrush 4.0 at the Pixologic Booth! ZBrush is the leading 2D/3D digital sculpting application for artists today and is used extensively in the film, game, toy and collectible industries as well as scientific illustration. Pixologic will be hosting hourly demonstrations at Booth #709 where attendees, users and newcomers will see and explore the latest exciting ZBrush 4.0 features, presented live by industry renowned character modeling artists and supervisors- from Disney Animation Studios, Blur Studios, Naughty Dog and other top film and gaming studios. View the Pixologic/Siggraph 2010 page for a complete list and profile of presenters:
Jimmy Golding, Marketing Director at Pixologic commented: "This is the 10th anniversary year of ZBrush! We are looking forward to a very exciting show and the opportunity to reveal the latest features of ZB4 to our fans, community, newcomers and future talent." Pricing and Availability ZBrush can be purchased and downloaded online from Safe Harbor at http://www.sharbor.com/vendors/PLO.html. About ZBrush ZBrush is an integrated modeling, texturing, and illustration environment. ZBrush's innovative set of real- time, sculpting, texturing, and deformation tools is used in major film studios and game companies worldwide. Its instant feedback and real-time response makes it the most natural feeling digital sculpting tool available today. As a stand-alone application, ZBrush offers tremendous flexibility and appeals to a wide audience. About Pixologic Founded in 1997, Pixologic Incorporated develops and markets innovative software tools for the film and video, games and illustration markets. Pixologic is privately owned and is located in California, with offices in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area and France. Pixologic Launches ZBrush Industry Pages
Los Angeles, Calif. - Pixologic, makers of ZBrush, has launched its ZBrush Industry pages highlighting the creative and practical application of ZBrush in the work place. The ZBrush Industry section links examples of production flow method and working practice, clarifying how ZBrush's features, sculpting, and illustration capabilities are being applied and implemented according to specific industry needs. ZBrush is a key component in the workflow for a growing network of companies, artists, designers, modelers, illustrators, and hobbyists applying 2D and 3D integration and innovative application to their respective industry sector requirements. Making an impact in movies, VFX, and gaming video industries, ZBrush is also used for illustration, figure creation, and concept design in 3D printing, toy manufacturing, dentistry, jewelry design, science, and medicine. The ZBrush Industry pages show other scenarios and business models where the creative application of ZBrush is benefiting and rewarding artists and their clients. The company also created a "Your ZBrush Industry Post" link to a forum thread, inviting ZBrush artists and professionals to share their stories and discuss experiences and novel ways in which they are using ZBrush in their respective fields of work and professional endeavor. A variety of learning tools are available for ZBrush (Win/Mac) ranging from introductory to advanced skill levels, with 100 + video (with voice over) available to choose from free of charge. ZBrush is available for as low as USD $519.99 and can be purchased and downloaded online at http://www.sharbor.com/vendors/PLO.html for both Windows and Mac platforms. Adobe Helps Prepare the 21st Century Workforce with Creative Suite 5
(San Jose, CA—April 14, 2010) To help K-12 and higher education institutions stay competitive and prepare today's technology-driven workforce, Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced the Adobe® Creative Suite® 5 product family (see separate releases) and its supporting educational resources. The company is offering new curricula, a certification program and learning resources to better train students and faculty in the digital communication and collaboration skills vital to 21st century employment. For the first time, Adobe is extending significant software discounts for home usage with the new Creative Suite 5 Student and Teacher Editions along with the more affordable educational license pricing offered to institutions. "Being able to creatively express an idea using compelling facts and visuals is imperative in any profession. This process involves technology literacy, creativity, communication, critical thinking and collaboration skills," said Peter Isaacson, vice president of worldwide education for Adobe. "With the launch of Creative Suite 5, we're giving institutions, students and faculty the ability to learn these skills and use the tools wherever they are – in the classroom, at home or online." Creative Suite 5 products enable students and faculty to more easily create print, Web, video, audio and mobile content and incorporate it into their assignments. It allows them to work faster, craft great stories, collaborate more efficiently and visually communicate their ideas. For example, with the new Adobe Flash® Catalyst™ component, building interactive content can be done without writing code. And integration with Adobe CS Live online services provides new ways to work together online and streamline the way projects get done (CS Live Services are complimentary for a limited time).* "With Creative Suite 5, Adobe continues to deliver innovative tools that make teaching cross-media skills easier than ever," said Brett Forsyth, head of digital design, Vancouver Film School. "With Adobe Creative Suite 5 software, students learnindustry-standard tools to expand their creative skills – giving them a head start toward successful careers." Research shows that today's students are producers, not just consumers of digital media. Creating and sharing ideas, photos and videos on social networks and personal blogs are part of their daily lives. It is how they communicate socially, and they want to incorporate these elements into their school work. Adobe Creative Suite 5 software, and its accompanying educational training and pricing, gives students and faculty the opportunity to learn how to effectively use Creative Suite 5 and create compelling projects that express their ideas. "Adobe solutions are a critical part of the digital media platform for Lee County schools and are integral to our technical certification programs," said Jana Hambruch, project director, Office of Zone and Attractor Programs and Technical, Career and Adult Education, Lee County Public Schools in Florida. "Using Adobe software, students are graduating with the competitive skills required in today's workplace. Certification programs combined with industry-leading software like Adobe Creative Suite 5 will continue to better engage students in learning to achieve higher grades and standardized test scores." New Educational Resources Adobe has developed three different CS5 curricula designed to help teachers implement design, Web and video programs. These focus on the technical skills and design theory students need to be successful communicators in their fields: Digital Design: Foundations of Web Design; Visual Design: Foundations of Design and Print Production; and Digital Video: Foundations of Video Design and Production. The year-long curriculum guides will be available for free from Adobe, and will align to the standards set by The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) NETS for Students. Educators and students can get certified for both entry-level skills as an Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) and professional-level skills as an Adobe Certified Expert (ACE). Developed and deployed by Certiport® and Adobe, these certifications validate a broad range of technical and communication skills when entering post-secondary schools or the workforce. Adobe will also offer CS5 online training from Total Training™ and on-site, instructor-led workshops through Knowledge Network Solutions. What's Included in Creative Suite 5 The Adobe CS5 product family also enables the creation of content and applications for the much-anticipated releases of Flash Player 10.1 and Adobe AIR® 2, which are optimized for high performance on mobile screens and designed to take advantage of native device capabilities for a richer, more immersive user experience. For more detailed information about features, please visit: http://www.adobe.com/education/products/creativesuite Pricing and Availability Adobe Creative Suite 5 and its associated point products are scheduled to ship within 30 days with availability through Adobe Authorized Resellers, the Adobe Store and Adobe Direct Sales. Education pricing is available. For more information, visit: http://www.adobe.com/education/products/creativesuite. For the education market, Adobe offers flexible volume licensing programs and low pricing, making Creative Suite 5 more affordable for institutions of all sizes. The new Creative Suite 5 Student and Teacher Editions for individual home-use are expected to start at US $299. For more detailed information about educational upgrade policies and pricing, please visit: http://www.adobe.com/education/purchasing. About Adobe Systems Incorporated Adobe revolutionizes how the world engages with ideas and information – anytime, anywhere and through any medium. For more information, visit http://www.adobe.com FreeForm Bundled with Adobe CS5 Collection
(Wilmington, NC—April 13, 2010) Digieffects® announced today that FreeForm will be bundled with Adobe® After Effects® CS5, Adobe Creative Suite® 5 Production Premium, and Adobe Creative Suite 5 Master Collection. FreeForm, developed by Mettle Communications, is a plug-in for Adobe After Effects CS5 that allows users to manipulate a flat object into almost any shape using a mesh in 3D space. Regularly priced at $299, FreeForm will be bundled for free with all purchases of Adobe After Effects CS5, Adobe Production Premium CS5, and Adobe Master Collection CS5. More Info
"FreeForm adds a tremendous amount of value for the Adobe After Effects customer. Now users have access to solutions that were previously only attainable through full-featured 3D software, allowing them to take advantage of working with the latest in 3D effects" said Michael Coleman, senior product manager for Adobe After Effects. "We're pleased to be working closely with Adobe for the launch of Adobe Creative Suite 5. Having FreeForm selected as a bundle is a great validation of our products for video and film production," said Robert Sharp, President of Digieffects. "We are honored that Adobe has chosen to bundle FreeForm with Adobe After Effects CS5. Look for more exciting products from Mettle in the future," said Chris Bobotis, Principal at Mettle Communications and developer of FreeForm. About Digieffects Digieffects is a developer of popular software visual effects plug-ins for Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, Autodesk Combustion, Grass Valley Edius and Boris RED. The company has been in the business since the beginning of the "plugin revolution" which dates back to 1996. Over the years, Digieffects has had great success with software products like Cinelook and Delirium and is proud to call thousands of film and video producers all around the world its customers and friends. About Mettle Communications Based in Montreal, Mettle Communications is an award-winning animation, print, and interactive design firm. The company has also leveraged its exceptional talent pool and technical know-how to create innovative proprietary software tools that streamline production. FreeForm was developed by Mettle and is marketed and sold by its partner, Digieffects. For more information, visit http://www.mettle.com. Computer Graphics Student Awards - 2010
The first annual Computer Graphics Student Awards is an online event focused on showcasing the technical and creative talents of fresh talent in the feature animation, visual effects film and television industries.
London, England — CgCoach.com has launched the Computer Graphics Student Awards for 2010. The goal of the event is to showcase new industry talent, promote training facilities, and kick-start thirteen careers with fully paid eight week Internships at London’s leading production studios Framestore and Double Negative. The event is divided into eleven specific categories, ranging from "Student of the Year", "School of the Year", and "Excellence" awards in all aspects of production such as modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting, animation, fx, compositing, and concept art. Artists eligible to enter the awards will be asked to submit a single (1) video to CgCoach.com and complete the application form. The CgCoach.com team will then short-list students for each of the awards categories. All the short-listed winners will be presented online via an interactive portfolio system where the official Judging Panel will select their favorite entries. The Computer Graphics Student Awards - 2010, has a total of ten sponsors offering prizes to the value of approximately $67,000 USD. Sponsors include Framestore, Double Negative, Smith Micro, Luxology, Workstation Specialists, Pixologic, Next Limit, Nevercenter, 3D World Magazine, and Digital-Tutors. Registrations for this event close May 10th, 2010. Winners announced June 16th, 2010. For additional information, visit www.cgcoach.com. About CgCoach.com: Wacom Introduces New Cintiq 21UX Interactive Pen Display
Wacom® has introduced the much anticipated Cintiq®21UX, its newly-redesigned interactive pen display delivering state-of-the-art pen performance and innovative ergonomics in a color-accurate LCD display. Designed specifically to meet the demanding needs of professional photographers, designers, artists and animators, the new Cintiq 21UX offers unparalleled creative control, comfort and productivity. The Cintiq 21UX experience starts with its amazing new pen performance, capable of capturing the slightest nuance of pen pressure against the LCD surface, as well as offering 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity. Other innovative enhancements include rear-mounted Touch Strips that are ideally placed for fingertip access while working. Each Touch Strip has an accompanying thumb-controlled Touch Strip Toggle button that controls up to four different user-assigned functions per application such as zoom, scroll, brush size adjustment and canvas rotation. In addition, the overall design has been refined and updated in an all-black color scheme, providing a sophisticated and handsome look. 2048 Reasons to Work Directly On Screen New Design Elements Improve Workflow Also new to the Cintiq 21UX is the introduction of two user-defined, four-function Touch Strip Toggle buttons which control the function of their associated Touch Strip, located on the back of the bezel. The position of an illuminated LED located along the perimeter of the Toggle button indicates the current function of the Touch Strip. Fully application-specific, the Touch Strips can be used for up to four functions such as zoom, scroll, brush size adjustment and canvas rotation per application. This new ergonomic treatment is also extremely practical, allowing users to "toggle" with their thumbs while using their forefinger or middle finger to control Touch Strip speed and variation. "The four-function Toggle combined with the new location of the Touch Strips provides increased comfort and measurable increases in speed," says Varga. "Additionally, locating the Touch Strips on the back of the pen display rather the front helps prevent accidental contact with the pen hand when, for example, flowing brush strokes are employed and extend beyond the screen’s border." Stand and Deliver A new weighted pen stand is not only a convenient pen holder, but doubles as a handy twist-off storage compartment for pen nibs and handy nib removal tool. Standard, felt and stroke nibs are provided, allowing users to simulate the feel of working with a variety of traditional art and design materials. Included Software
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