I’m still getting a few e-mails here and there about the FREE 2010 WPPI registration for people who posted any of the Longest Day videos earlier this year to their blogs. There is no automatic registration. You must contact WPPI with the same email you used to fill out the form. Tell them you filled out the form then they can check your email against the record of forms submitted. For good measure, include in your email the link to the blog post with the Longest Day video.

Sorry for any inconvenience. This may seem like a little extra work, but well worth saving a few hundred bucks.

Last year we produced an online series for WPPI called “Diary of a Washed Up Rock Star Wedding Photographer” starring celebrity lifestyle and wedding photographer Joe Photo. It told the story of how Joe was living a washed up life in a photo processing story after his fall from Grace. The series was a sequel to a comedy video we produced the year before at WPPI depicting a desperate Joe Photo trying to get his WPPI Awards show hosting gig back.

We’ve dug up from our old archives some of the outtakes from that series. These were previously password protected videos. Now they’re open to the world. These outtakes star Joe and Fast Track Photographer author Dane Sanders. I guarantee you’ll bust up. Enjoy! (Click image to play).

For your individual viewing pleasure, this post has the four individual videos from Teams A and B. But before that, we have some unfinished business.

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNERS

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). This week, we’ll pick another three winners from those who commented on the season finale post. And they are Bev Tecson, Lydia Takeo, and Sharon Benton. Congratulations!

We also had a drawing from those of you who left a comment in iTunes. Five winners were picked. All five of the winners will get a free song from Triple Scoop Music. But, one lucky winner will also receive a free copy of “The Longest Day” DVD set once it comes out. And the four TSM song winners are (using their iTunes nicknames): Lukeahoy, KelH, Farringtonphoto, and breysheet bara elohiym. If you are one of these lucky winners, email me and I’ll send you your prize.

And the grand prize winner is: gkalmbach. You win a free song from TSM, and a “Longest Day” DVD set. Congratulations to everyone and thanks for watching and participating.

TEAM VIDEOS

And now, here are the individual team videos. You may notice that Team B’s videos look a little different than what you saw during the finale (particularly the PSA). Creative Consultant David Robin added the finishing touches there was no time to add the night of the shoot. These final videos are the completed vision.

“Late Nite with Jen Bebb” (Team A – Winning Entry)

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Thirst Relief PSA (Team A – Winning Entry)

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“Foto Freaks Foundation” (Team B)

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Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep PSA (Team B)

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And the winner of “The Longest Day” season 1 contest is….TEAM A!

Talk about a come back. If you followed the show throughout the past few weeks, and if you read the comments on the blog leading up to the finale, it was not looking good for Team A. The mid-way poll even had over 50% of voters voting for Team B as of half way through the series. Team A’s 4+ hours of deliberation paid off.

But, much props have to go to BOTH teams. Everyone worked really hard anb both projects were enjoybable to watch. And because of all their effort, Thirst Relief International will earn $3,000 and Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep will get a $2,000 donation.

We will soon re-release the Team A and Team B videos individually, autonomous from the season finale. Until then, we took the finale down. Stay tuned to this blog to know when we’ll re-post the individual team videos and PSAs. Or, follow me on Twitter to find out.

I’m still in Vegas recovering from a long, tiring, but fulfilling week at WPPI. When I return, I’ll post this week’s drawing winners, and announce the winners of the iTunes drawing. If you haven’t left a comment in iTunes yet, you still can. Five winners will be drawn, one of whom will get the season 1 DVD set. Just do a search for “The Longest Day” in iTunes. Or, scroll down to any “Longest Day” video and click the “Subscribe to iTunes” link just above the video.

Legend tells of a cursed camera. Anyone who gets their picture taken with it, will die within 24 hours. Watch, if you dare. Bruhahahahahahahaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!

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If you’ve been a fan of the online reality TV series “The Longest Day”, you’ll love today’s episode of F-Stop Beyond. The series involved twenty-four of the top wedding and portrait wedding photographers from around North America. They were divided into two teams and given just twenty-four hours to write, shoot, and edit an original short film. The reality TV show involved the behind-the-scenes making of the two teams’ films. The drama. The antics. The mayhem. If you haven’t already seen it, you can check out the season recap (as well as the two final videos) at thelongestday.tv.

Today, we have three of the cast members from the show: Jules Bianchi from Team A, and the two team creative consultants, Loyd Calomay and David Robin. Jules, Loyd, and David share with us the inside scoop of what happened that day that we didn’t see in the show. We answer questions like: why did Jim Garner and Bambi Cantrell of Team B already have a film idea sorted out? What happened in Team A’s room that caused the horror story idea go south? How Loyd and David did the editing “magic” they did for the videos? What was it like for Loyd and David coming into a mix of such big names in the photo industry?

Today’s outro music is, of course, “The Longest Day” theme music, “Morning Prayer” by Lianna Klassen, courtesy of Triple Scoop Music. Next week we’ll have another re-run as I’ll be at the annual WPPI Convention in Las Vegas.

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FRIDAY THE 13TH SURPRISE!

If you recall, Team A’s original idea was a horror story spoof about a cursed camera that would kill you within 24 hours if your picture was taken with it. At my ever so gentle suggestion, Team A actually filmed this video after they finished filming their main video. Unfortunately, they didn’t have time to finish it that night. Well, considering that today is Friday the 13th, I thought it apropos to unveil that video for you.

Introducing “Killer Kamera”

For a limited time, the horror trailer will be shown exclusively on PhotographyMentor.com. Log on today to find out where on the site you can see it. They have a very special and secret presentation you won’t want to miss! Head on over to PhotographyMentor.com now too see “Killer Kamera.”

Twenty-four photographers. Twenty-four hours. Two teams. But there can be only ONE winner.

It’s been a long journey for our “heroes,” but I’m finally proud to present “The Longest Day Big Reveal.” In this finale episode, we recap everything that has led us up to this point. Then, we reveal the teams’ videos.

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNERS

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). This week, I’ve decided to pick THREE WINNERS. And they are Jasmine Marie of San Diego, CA; Riz Crescini or Norfolk, VA (or Japan), and Michelle Kane of Sheridan, Wyoming. Congratulations!

LEAVE A COMMENT IN ITUNES FOR CHANCE TO WIN DVD SET OF SHOW!

It’s official, we will be producing a DVD set of the series which will include all the episodes, the team videos, deleted scenes, and a bonus feature: the photographer’s summit meeting held the following morning.  Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes, and at the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll conduct a drawing for FIVE free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). In addition, one lucky winner will win a the GRAND PRIZE.  Click here to access the show’s iTunes page.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

Remember, if you post the video on your blog AND link that post back to WPPI, you’ll get a freebie pass to WPPI 2010. You must fill out the “freebie” form at the top of this blog to qualify. To get the embed code, click on the second icon in the bottom right-hand portion of the player. Then click on the “Embed” tab to access the code.

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In episodes 4-9, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

• Microsoft Expression Media 2:  Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing work flow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
• Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
• Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.
• Loktah: In celebration of launching our new products, Loktah is going to offer something very special for all “The Longest Day” viewers.  Loktah will be offering a 15% off coupon which will be good for anything in our online store, which includes our new album/image portfolio boxes, photo-folios, and double and single dvd/cd cases. Just look for the discount code while watching “The Longest Day”.  Our new products are still 100% eco-friendly and you and your clients will find them to be a beautiful and unique way to present your product.
  

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

Congratulations to Team A for their win. Their long hours of deliberation paid off. Thirst Relif will earn $3,000 as a result of their win. But don’t feel bad for the other team’s charity. Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep is a “winner” too. They will receive $2,000.

A TRIPLE DOSE OF TLD

If you’re a fan of the show, today is your lucky day. We have not one, not two, but THREE episodes for your viewing enjoyment:

• Ep. 7: Team A continues filming in Robert Evans’ studio. Meanwhile, Team B is granted access to another famous studio, Westlake Studios, where such artists as Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and No Doubt have recorded albums. The fun and mayhem continue.
• Episode 8: As the night drags on, some members of Team A get antsy as Dane, DJ, and Becker go on a practical joke rampage (not even the executive producer of the show can escape their antics). Meanwhile, after their food fight in Carl’s Jr. and recording in the world famous Westlake Studios, Team B hits the streets of Hollywood.
• Episode 9: It’s the penultimate episode. Both teams shoot their PSA, Team A starts shoot a SECOND video (in addition to their PSA), and finally, the editing begins. Special guest appearances by Rachel and Andrew Niesen of LaCour, Skip Cohen (president of WPPI/RangeFinder Publishin) and his side kick, Molly the Wonder Dog, and Arlene Evans (WPPI Ops manager).

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNERS

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). Now we’re picking TWO winners. This week’s winner are Mitch Hong of I Do Photography in Capetown, South African, and Mike Steelman located I think in somewhere near Monterey, CA. Congratulations gentlemen.

LEAVE A COMMENT IN ITUNES FOR CHANCE TO WIN DVD SET OF SHOW!

It’s official, we will be producing a DVD set of the series which will include all the episodes, the team videos, deleted scenes, and a bonus feature: the photographer’s summit meeting held the following morning.  Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes,  and at the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll conduct a drawing for FIVE free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). In addition, one lucky winner will win a the GRAND PRIZE.  Click here to access the show’s iTunes page.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

Remember, if you post the video on your blog AND link that post back to WPPI, you’ll get a freebie pass to WPPI 2010. You must fill out the “freebie” form at the top of this blog to qualify. To get the embed code, click on the second icon in the bottom right-hand portion of the player. Then click on the “Embed” tab to access the code.

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In this episode of the show, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

• Microsoft Expression Media 2:  Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing workflow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
• Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
• Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.
• Loktah: In celebration of launching our new products, Loktah is going to offer something very special for all “The Longest Day” viewers.  Loktah will be offering a 15% off coupon which will be good for anything in our online store, which includes our new album/image portfolio boxes, photo-folios, and double and single dvd/cd cases. Just look for the discount code while watching “The Longest Day”.  Our new products are still 100% eco-friendly and you and your clients will find them to be a beautiful and unique way to present your product.
  

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOWS

Episode 7

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Episode 8

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Episode 9

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A DOUBLE DOSE OF TLD

We’re getting down to the wire. With only three weeks before WPPI, and six episodes left, we’re going to post two episodes a week! Can you even stand it?! This week we have:

• Ep. 1-4 Recap: In case you’re just joining us, this post has a recap of the first 4 episodes. In 7.5 minutes we get you all caught up and ready to watch episodes 5 and 6.
• Episode 5: it’s not common for reality TV producers to get involved with the goings-on of the contestants. But, the situation gets so bad in Team A’s board room, I’m called in to help mitigate. Will they finally decide on an idea? Meanwhile, Team B is getting all dressed up for their video.
• Episode 6: don’t want to give this away. You’ll just have to watch episode 5, then move on to 6.

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNERS

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). Now we’re picking TWO winners. This week’s winner are Ben Reugers from XSight Photography and Video (one of our friends down unda), and Anna Jarske all the way from Helsinki, Finland. Wow! Congrats Anna and Ben. So cool to we have fans around the world!

Leave a Comment in iTunes to get a chance to win GRAND PRIZE

Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes. At the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll also conduct a drawing for FIVE free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). In addition, one lucky winner will win a GRAND PRIZE. Can’t say what it is yet, but it will be very cool! Click here to access the show’s iTunes page.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

Remember, if you post the video on your blog AND link that post back to WPPI, you’ll get a freebie pass to WPPI 2010. You must fill out the “freebie” form at the top of this blog to qualify. To get the embed code, click on the second icon in the bottom right-hand portion of the player. Then click on the “Embed” tab to access the code.

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In this episode of the show, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

• Microsoft Expression Media 2:  Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing workflow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
• Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
• Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.
• Loktah: In celebration of launching our new products, Loktah is going to offer something very special for all “The Longest Day” viewers.  Loktah will be offering a 15% off coupon which will be good for anything in our online store, which includes our new album/image portfolio boxes, photo-folios, and double and single dvd/cd cases. Just look for the discount code while watching “The Longest Day”.  Our new products are still 100% eco-friendly and you and your clients will find them to be a beautiful and unique way to present your product.
  

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOWS

Here’s a short recap to bring you up to speed.

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Episode 5

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Episode 6
Start getting a glimpse of each team’s final project.

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In case you haven’t been following, here’s a recap of the key events leading up to episode 5 (the midway point). Episodes 5 AND 6, will go online this Monday, January 26. With only three weeks left until WPPI, we gotta double up on the episodes to get through them all.

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In the last episode of the show, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

• Microsoft Expression Media 2:  Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing workflow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
• Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
• Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOW

Here’s a short recap to bring you up to speed.

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Just when you think Team A is making progress, they hit a snag. Will they ever make it out of that board room? Meanwhile, Team B is still on the hunt for the perfect costumes.

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNER
TWO WINNERS WILL BE PICKED NEXT WEEK

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). This week’s winner is Vitaliy of Prokopets Studio. Congratulations!

Thanks to the generosity of Triple Scoop Music, next week we will pick TWO winners to win a free song. So enter now, and you have twice as much a chance to win! Good luck.

LEAVE A COMMENT IN iTUNES FOR MORE CHANCES TO WIN

If you haven’t already noticed, you can download the show in iTunes. Click here to access the show’s iTunes page. Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes. At the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll also conduct a drawing for FIVE free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). We’ll have more opportunities to win later, so stay tuned and read the blog (don’t just skip down to the episode.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

Remember, if you post the video on your blog AND link that post back to WPPI, you’ll get a freebie pass to WPPI 2010. You must fill out the “freebie” form at the top of this blog to qualify. To get the embed code, click on the second icon in the bottom right-hand portion of the player. Then click on the “Embed” tab to access the code.

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In this week’s episode of the show, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

• Microsoft Expression Media 2:  Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing workflow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
• Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
• Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOW

The stress level is rising in the Team A board room. Let’s join them and see what’ up!

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Team B is off and running as Amber Holritz, Jessica Claire, Joe Photo, Jasmine Star, and Catherine Hall are sent out to get costumes for the team (if they don’t get lost first). Meanwhile, Team A tries to rent a vehicle to get them all to Las Vegas. The fun is just beginning!

FREE TRIPLE SCOOP MUSIC WINNER

For each episode, anyone who leaves a comment will be entered into a drawing to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). Congratulations to Ayrica Bishop of Ayrica Bishop Images in western Kentucky for being this week’s winner. Remember, you must leave your comment before the next episode posts to be entered. And the episodes will eventually be more than one a week. If you do the math, we got 7 more episodes to post, and only about 5 weeks till WPPI.

LEAVE A COMMENT IN iTUNES FOR MORE CHANCES TO WIN

If you haven’t already noticed, you can download the show in iTunes. Click here to access the show’s iTunes page. Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes. At the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll also conduct a drawing for five free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). We’ll have more opportunities to win later, so stay tuned and read the blog (don’t just skip down to the episode.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

Remember, if you post the video on your blog, you’ll get a freebie pass to WPPI 2010. You must fill out the “freebie” form at the top of this blog to qualify. To get the embed code, click on the second icon in the bottom right-hand portion of the player. Then click on the “Embed” tab to access the code.

OUR SPONSORS

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors. Also, be on the look out for some special discounts and savings from our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOW

Will Team A make it to Vegas? Will Joe Photo play Jessica’s little games? Let’s find out!

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Last time, the teams were divided and the lines were drawn. It was old school captain Bambi Cantrell and her team pitted against new school captain Dane Sanders and his team. In this episode, we see their differing leadership styles. Bambi already has an idea and plan laid out. Will her team get an opportunity to weigh in with their ideas? Dane wants to make sure everyone who wants one gets a voice in the decision making. But will that effectively get the job done? The foundation for the drama and mayhem begins to be laid.

FREE TRIPLE SCOOP MUSIC WINNER

For each episode, anyone who leaves a comment will be entered into a drawing to win a free Triple Scoop Music (a $60 value). Congratulations to Catie Ronquillo of Fremont, CA for being our first winner. Remember, you must leave your comment before the next episode posts to be entered. And the episodes will eventually be more than one a week. If you do the math, we got 8 more episodes to post, and only about 5 weeks till WPPI.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

Remember, if you post the video on your blog, you’ll get a freebie pass to WPPI 2010. You must fill out the “freebie” form at the top of this blog to qualify.

OUR SPONSORS

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors:

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOW

Teams A and B break out into their respective rooms to start brainstorming ideas. Let’s see how two rooms full of Type A creatives collaborate to come up with film ideas. Enjoy!

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It’s been a long time in the making, but it’s  finally here. The premiere episode of the first online reality TV show for and about professional photographers, “The Longest Day,” this year’s buzz-building videos series for WPPI 2009.

The premise is simple: get 24 of the hottest professional photographers in the country (and Canada), bring them all to southern California armed only with the knowledge that they would be split into two teams and given an assignment to complete in just 24 hours. Once they arrive, they find out their assignment is to write, shoot, and edit an original short film about photography, AND an original PSA about the respective charity for which they are playing: ThirstRelief and Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep.

Over a series of ten episodes, you’ll see the drama; the comedy; and the battle for the best video and PSA as voted on by YOU. That’s right, as we lead up to WPPI (February 14-19) we’ll air the episodes. Then, about a week before, we’ll show the final short films and PSAs by both teams. You will then have an opportunity to vote for the videos you like the best. Thanks to our sponsors, the winning team will win $3,000 for their charity. The other charity will earn $2,000. (In this episode you’ll hear me mention $1,000 and $500 as the respective prizes. The ante got upped since the taping of this show).

EARN VALUABLE PRIZES
As we did last year, we’re offering some valuable prizes for those of you who participate in the viewing and sharing of the video series. First, anyone who adds any TLD video to their website or blog will get free admission to WPPI 2010 (note: that’s NEXT YEAR’S WPPI, not the upcoming one in 2009). Just get the embed code from the show player, then add to your blog/website. Once added, copy the URL for the specific post, then go to the “WPPI 2010 Freebie Form” at the top of this blog and fill it out. It’s that simple.

Also, for each episode we’ll have a drawing for a free song download from show sponsor Triple Scoop Music (A $60 value). You must leave a comment for that episode to be entered into the drawing. The deadline for each episode’s drawing is the post for the next episode (which will vary from 3-7 days).

OUR SPONSORS

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors:

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW ON WITH THE SHOW

Okay, now that all the business is taken care of, watch and enjoy episode 1. The teams are picked. The battle lines are drawn. Let the games begin! (Remember, leave a comment and be entered into the drawing. Add this episode to your blog for free admission to next year’s WPPI).

CREDIT CORRECTION

In the music credits, the credit for “A Girl Named Jaen” were incorrectly listed as “jean.” My apologies to the artist.

From the get-go, Team B was infused with enthusiasm, excitement, and a large amount of attitude. Coming up with an idea wasn’t a problem, as their strong-willed captain pretty much already had it laid out. Will Team B’s cockiness be fulfilled? And will they actually follow any of the rules laid out for the contest. Tune in this season to find out.

Running time: 7:00

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For hours on end, Team A was cramped in a small conference room that was about 80 degrees. Beset with drama, debates, and long, long, discussions, it would appear that they would never come up with a film idea everyone could agree on. Do they pull it together? Does the air conditioning ever turn on? Tune in this season to find out.

Running time: 6:37

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Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers