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Moguldom Media Group’s MadameNoire . c o m Explores the Male Perspective in “Ask a Black Man” Web Series for the Upcoming Film “Think Like A Man”

New York, NY (PRWEB) April 02, 2012

Moguldom Media Group, the leading digital media company that develops premium online publishing brands serving African-American audiences, launched today “Ask a Black Man,” an original web series that premieres on MadameNoire . c o m. As Moguldom’s first talk show, “Ask a Black Man” takes the company’s successful online video initiative into new territory with unscripted conversations among a diverse group of African-American men about love, dating, sex and marriage. The release of the series aligns with “Think Like a Man,” in theatres April 20, 2012, a feature film from Screen Gems based on the best-selling book by Steve Harvey.

With over 1.4 million unique visitors and over 14 million pageviews, MadameNoire . c o m is the fastest-growing lifestyle brand and premier digital destination for savvy, upwardly mobile African-American women. With “Ask a Black Man,” MadameNoire . c o m takes its audience—including women as well as men—on an in-depth exploration of the attitudes, experiences and ideologies that influence the way men relate to women. Conversations among a group of 18 African-American men, each with a distinct personality and perspective, reveal the inside scoop on the way men really think about the women they see—and what they hope women think about them. The series will be hosted by Kela Walker, a leading light in New York City lifestyle and entertainment media who has interviewed A-list celebrities from Alicia Keys to Denzel Washington to Donald Trump.

Four episodes of “Ask a Black Man” will air in the coming weeks, including:

    Episode 1: Life of A Single Man (March 28)
    Episode 2: Dating (April 4)
    Episode 3: Sex (April 11)
    Episode 4: Marriage (April 18)
The release of the series provides the perfect real-life lead-in for Screen Gems’ “Think Like a Man,” which comes to theaters on April 20.

“Ask a Black Man” represents the latest in a series of successful productions by Moguldom Studios, the video division of Moguldom Media Group launched in October 2010. Last summer, Moguldom Studios and MadameNoire . c o m launched “She’s the Boss,” an original web series featuring an intimate view of the day-to-day business-life of leading African-American women. This was followed by “Mommy in Chief,” exploring the ups, downs, and everything in between of being a modern mom, and “How I Made It,” spotlighting the fashion industry’s most successful and influential women.

“Having produced a diverse mix of successful original web series over the past year, Moguldom Studios is proud to introduce a completely new kind of experience with our first talk show,” said Liz Burr, Managing Director for Moguldom Studios. “‘Ask a Black Man’ will give viewers the kind of insights they won’t find anywhere else, in spontaneous discussions that are sure to be as entertaining and surprising as they are informative. We look forward to continuing to push the content envelope with new formats and fresh experiences for African-American audiences.”

To see the trailer, visit http://madamenoire . c o m/askablackman.

About Moguldom Media Group

Moguldom Media Group is the world’s largest network of owned and operated digital brands focusing on African Americans as measured by comScore online reach. Our premium online brands capture the pulse of diverse segments of African Americans and provide rich, compelling experiences across multiple media channels including online video, mobile, and social platforms such as Facebook and Twitter. As owners and operators of our own digital properties and content, we are uniquely positioned to drive innovation and value for both our audiences and the advertisers seeking to reach them.

About Screen Gems

Screen Gems is the specialty production division at Sony Pictures Entertainment, which was created to finance and produce moderately budgeted films that are marketed to targeted audiences. Upcoming Screen Gems releases include Paul W.S. Anderson’s RESIDENT EVIL: RETRIBUTION starring Milla Jovovich and Michelle Rodriguez; and Benson Lee’s PLANET B-BOY starring Josh Holloway, Laz Alonso, and Chris Brown.

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How to Distinguish Between Perigord Black Truffles and Chinese Truffles

Perigord black truffles are used to create this magnificent black truffle potato cake

Napa, CA (PRWEB) February 23, 2012

“Truffles: The Most Expensive Food in the World”, a recent segment on CBS News 60 Minutes, uncovered the threat of the influx of Chinese truffles masquerading as Perigord black truffles, their highly sought after European cousins. Mirepoix USA, the premier on-line source for French foods and specialty foods, urges consumers to learn about the numerous differences between the two varieties.

According to Mirepoix USA Truffles are almost synonymous with luxury; one of the most expensive foods in the entire world, truffles have a flavor which is inimitable and unmistakable. At least for most, they’re only found on the tables of expensive restaurants or in the kitchens of those who have the disposable income to purchase them for their own culinary pursuits. Perigord truffles are the black truffles found in and named for the Perigord region of Southwestern France. Of course, the key word here is found. Unlike other foods or even other edible fungi, for that matter, Perigord black truffles are virtually impossible to cultivate and must be found in the wild. These finest of truffles grow around the roots of hazelnut and oak trees and are harvested by hand (after being sniffed out by dogs), which only adds to their mystique as well as their expense.

However, as was recently reported on 60 Minutes, a lower priced pretender has come on to the scene as of late, namely the Chinese truffle. While it is indeed a relative of the Perigord black truffle, chefs and other truffle connoisseurs consider it to be at best a poor substitute for the real thing. These Asian truffles may appear very similar to Perigord truffles; so similar that unscrupulous merchants will try to pass them off as the real thing.

The similarity between the two truffle varieties ends with their physical resemblance. Once you shave off a bit of Chinese truffle, you’ll find that there is simply no comparison between these and the world famous Perigord black truffle. Especially with the demand for a very limited supply of European truffles at an all time high, consumers run a higher risk than ever of unwittingly buying Chinese truffles masquerading as the genuine article.

Since they do appear so similar until you look closely, consumers should be aware that these cheap imitations are becoming increasingly common in the marketplace and it’s best to choose only reliable suppliers from which to purchase Perigord black truffles. Laurel Pine, Mirepoix USA’s founder explains, “Reputable truffle importers have systems in place to ensure no Chinese truffles make their way into the Perigord black truffle supply. Some truffle importers go so far as to track every truffle back to its original source, allowing the importer to discontinue working with sources that supply anything but authentic Perigord truffles.”

Knowing the differences between Chinese truffles and Perigord truffles will give consumers additional confidence. Compared to Perigord truffles, Chinese truffles frequently appear to be darker, since they tend to have fewer of the lighter colored veins which are a distinguishing feature of true European black truffles. The veins present in Chinese truffles are also smaller. Additionally, Chinese truffles have a decidedly elastic feel to them which is a clear indicator that what’s being offered is not what consumers may expect. However, it is the aroma of Perigord truffles which really make them one of a kind.

As tempting as they may be to the public with their significantly lower price tag (0 per pound versus 00 per pound for Perigord truffles), the truth is that there really is no substitute for the intoxicatingly rich aroma and flavor of real black Perigord truffles. Even though there’s nothing wrong with Chinese truffles in and of themselves, people who enjoy fine dining and cooking luxurious meals in their own homes need to be well aware that they are not at all the same thing as Perigord truffles. Mirepoix USA believes Perigord Black truffles are one of life’s great pleasures and people who want only the best on their table should get in the habit of demanding the real thing and the real thing only.

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Black Friday 2011 Predictions from GottaDeal . c o m, Web’s Largest Black Friday Site

Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) September 19, 2011

Having covered Black Friday extensively for the past eight years, the expert deal hunters at GottaDeal . c o m are in a better position than nearly anyone else to offer predictions for Black Friday 2011. Over the years they’ve noticed trends in the deals offered by the major retailers and can offer a glimpse into what they believe will be the most popular deals and hottest items. They’ll also give you some predictions for the actual prices consumers will see these items selling at this Black Friday based on their research along with some general holiday shopping predictions for this year.

Holiday Shopping

Last year continued the trend of down years for many retailers, both traditional and online. This holiday season including Black Friday is shaping up to be an important final opportunity for retailers to make up for the lackluster sales they’ve had the rest of the year.

While GottaDeal . c o m likely won’t begin to see a steady stream of actual Black Friday ads until the middle of October, they are predicting that while retailers will try to boost sales with their Black Friday ads, the actual deals will likely be very similar to last year. As has happened in the last couple of years, they expect the deals overall to lack that “wow” factor that the sale ads had 4 to 5 years ago. While there were some nice deals last year, going by sales figures as well as the opinions of the die-hard Black Friday shoppers on their message boards, most stores failed to get consumers excited. They’re also expecting stock levels to be slightly down from last year, as retailers don’t want to stock as much product with uncertainty clouding the shopping season. Therefore it may be more important than ever to get in line earlier to score the best deals.

One trend that will continue is the extension of Black Friday from one day into a prolonged period of sales. Again this year there were several major national retailers that had “Black Friday in July” sales earlier this year. These sales were not really comparable to the regular Black Friday sales, but the trend of using the term “Black Friday” for sales that aren’t specifically on November 25th will likely continue as retailers pull out all the stops to get people in the stores. A trend that started a few years ago that GottaDeal . c o m expects to continue is for stores to have a few Black Friday-level deals in their weekly ads beginning as early as October, and some will likely reference Black Friday in some way to draw interest. But the hottest deals and the largest number of them will still be on the actual Black Friday, as always.

With Black Friday being exactly a month from Christmas, retailers will have to get consumers shopping earlier rather than counting on Black Friday and the few remaining weekends in December to provide most of their sales. Online retailers, and brick & mortar retailers with e-commerce sites have the advantage here as they can quickly prepare and promote online sales leading up to Black Friday. These sales are fully covered on GottaDeal . c o m. They also predict that stores will once again heavily embrace social networking this year as a part of their strategy for the holiday season. Look for exclusive deals and contests to appear on stores’ Facebook pages and Twitter accounts. Expect several stores to give sneak peeks of their Black Friday ad via these means as well, although they may be beatento it and have their ad already posted on GottaDeal . c o m.

Looking at at specific items that should prove to be popular this year:

HDTVs

HDTVs have been popular Black Friday items in the past few years, and GottaDeal . c o m expects that this holiday season will be another big year as prices have continued to drop since last year. 3D TVs have been on the market long enough that consumers may finally start seeing some deep discounts on older 3D models on Black Friday this year.

With HDTVs, quality can vary greatly from the cheaper to the more expensive units. In many cases, the lowest-priced models on Black Friday are stripped-down models lacking some of the “bells and whistles” of the higher priced versions. That doesn’t necessarily mean that these deals aren’t great, just that consumers should be aware of what they are buying and have realistic expectations for the performance they’ll get out of it.

GottaDeal . c o m fully expects to see the cheapest 42″ LCD HDTVs in the 9 to 9 range this year. During the last few months on GottaDeal . c o m, they’ve posted deals for 42″ HDTVs for as low as 9, so it’s completely realistic to expect deals in Black Friday ads for under 0 on a lower-quality model. These cheaper HDTVs will likely be 720p and will lack features found in more expensive models.

While Black Friday is a great time to buy the loss-leader, lower-end HDTVs, for consumers looking for a deal on a higher quality, name-brand HDTV, the best time to buy is typically in early to mid-December as retailers ramp up the deals to get those last minute sales before the holidays. And even if consumers miss those deals, the pre-Super Bowl TV deals are also very attractive.

Laptops, Netbooks & Tablets

One of the biggest hot Black Friday ad items traditionally has been the ultra-cheap laptop. The recent surge in popularity of tablets has taken sales away from traditional laptops, but the bargain-basement laptop is still the quintessential Black Friday deal. Desktop computers, while still popular, are not as “sexy” as they’ve been in the past. They have become almost disposable because of price drops and the fact that it doesn’t take much in terms of features to handle what 99% of the general public uses a desktop for in their daily lives.

If consumers are considering purchasing a laptop or netbook on Black Friday this year, GottaDeal . c o m can’t stress enough how important it is to decide what features they need and what they will be using the computer for. There will be cheap laptops, but if they don’t fit their needs, as good of a deal they may seem on the surface, most will end up disappointed soon after they purchase it.

The “classic” Black Friday laptop the last few years has had a 15.6″ widescreen LCD display, a dual-core processor, 3GB to 4GB of memory, 320GB to 500GB hard drive and DVD burning drive, along with standard features such as WiFi, modem and ethernet port. Laptops like these have been available all year long from retailers such as Best Buy, Dell and Staples for as low as 9. Therefore GottaDeal . c o m predicts consumers will see this level of laptop in Black Friday ads for around 9 this year.

GPS Systems

GPS navigation systems were huge several years ago during Black Friday, but since then as most consumers interested in them have bought one, they aren’t in demand like they used to be. Prices have continued to drop as new models have been released with incremental feature upgrades such as updated maps, traffic and weather capability and improved, larger displays.

Deals have been posted all year long on GottaDeal . c o m for GPS systems well below 0 and therefore they expect to see a budget GPS system with 3.5″ LCD display for to this year on Black Friday, and more name-brand, feature-loaded models from the manufacturers just mentioned for -100. Larger models with 5″ displays and lifetime traffic and maps service should be around 9 this year. A best bet is too look for a model with lifetime traffic and map updates as they won’t have the need to pay every few years to get the latest maps. A 4.3” model with these features could be had this year for as low as .

Video Games

Video games should be given a lift this Black Friday thanks to some highly anticipated new games. The recent price cut on the Nintendo 3DS will likely translate into deep discounts on the older models such as the DSi, DS Lite and others. Expect low prices or bundles with free games and accessories.

The Nintendo Wii will be an interesting item this year. With the new Wii U scheduled to be released next year, retailers may want to begin clearing stock of the current Wii Console. Expect deals such as a Wii bundled with a gift card for 9 this holiday season.

Popular games being released this fall should also help sales, although deals for these new games will not be easy to find. Instead, expect promotions such as free accessories, gift cards, point cards or other items with the purchase of selected newer games. Deals on older video game titles will be very good this year as the current set of consoles matures. Look for “greatest hits” games for all major consoles to be on sale in the -15 range.

Additional Hot Items

As for what will be hot this year, it’s always tough to say. It’s likely going to be a combination of the items such as laptops & tablets, HDTVs, toys, video games and home items. With the economy still down, many households are looking to improve their home rather than spend money on vacations or other expenditures. Therefore we expect those items such as appliances, kitchen items, lawn & garden, furniture and bedding to be popular. Many shoppers will be looking to save money on the “basics” and that will likely be reflected in the deals shown in the ads this year.

Online Black Friday Deals

The experts at GottaDeal . c o m can’t stress enough that to get the best deals on Black Friday or any other day of the year, you have to check online first. At GottaDeal . c o m they post hundreds of new online deals each week and their forum members post even more every day on the message boards. On Black Friday @ GottaDeal . c o m, they’ll have a continuously updated list of Black Friday ad items that can be purchased online at Black Friday ad prices. Look for this list in mid-November. They urge their visitors to order as many ad items as possible online before leaving the house. It’ll save time, hassle and space in the trunk.

They do expect online retailers to continue to offer amazing deals this quarter as well as they compete with the brick and mortar retailers. Expect big sales and online-only coupons from retailers such as Amazon . c o m, Overstock . c o m, Buy . c o m, Walmart . c o m, Dell . c o m and many, many others. And to keep track of these deals, just bookmark the home page at GottaDeal . c o m where they’ll keep you updated on the latest deals throughout the day, every day of the year.

GottaDeal . c o m is dedicated to save consumers money in all aspects of their daily lives. In addition to a year-round online deals site and a large, active community forum, each year GottaDeal . c o m has a dedicated Black Friday site focused on providing advanced looks at the Black Friday sale ads from national retailers as well as the hottest online holiday sales.

GottaDeal . c o m has been covered by hundreds of national and local media outlets, including USA Today, The New York Times, The Washington Post, TIME Magazine, CNN . c o m, The Wall Street Journal, The CBS Early Show and many others. Media kits are available, as are interviews. For more information on Black Friday or online shopping, or to schedule an interview with someone at GottaDeal . c o m, please visit Black Friday @ GottaDeal . c o m or e-mail media(at)gottadeal(dot)com.

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San Diego Police Sergeant Wes Albers Releases New Police Crime Novel Black & White

(PRWEB) February 20, 2012

Wes Albers has dedicated his life to serving the San Diego community as a police officer for almost 30 years. As the director of the Southern California Writers Conference – an organization that helps aspiring writers develop their craft for publication – he has worked extensively with professional editors, bestselling novelists, and other industry professionals for many years. Though writing has always been a personal passion, “Black & White” will be his first published novel to date, a police crime novel bringing together his literary expertise with his professional experience.

ZOVA Books is a Los Angeles based mid-sized publishing firm specializing in fiction. A regular attendee at the Southern California Writers Conferences in Los Angeles and San Diego, the publishing house has been in talks with Albers to sign “Black & White” for publication since the conference in early 2011.

“Black & White” follows the story of police patrolman John Hatch as he faces the typical but never predictable daily events of a street cop. After answering a call to a possible murder scene, Hatch decides to work with homicide on the case, adding his gritty, streetwise perspective to the otherwise efficient detective process.

The San Diego Police Department Chief of Police William M. Lansdowne has recommend Albers’ debut novel, “Sgt. Wes Albers tells a story that might be all too real as it examines the thoughts and fears of a senior patrol officer who tries to find meaning in the sometimes terrifying and complex world he lives in, wearing a badge.”

CEO of ZOVA Books Matthew Pizzo stated, “We are honored to have Wes Albers join ZOVA Books. Wes has been helping the entire Southern California literary community as the director of the Southern California Writers Conference for decades and we have seen Wes’ proactive and positive impact on writers for years. His novel, Black & White, is gritty, raw, and will set the standard for modern noir. Black & White isn’t just any police story – it is written with the real world knowledge that only someone of Wes’ caliber can create. To have this powerful voice in our house is a tremendous honor for ZOVA Books and solidifies our sustained partnership with the Southern California Writers Conference.”

Black & White will be released on March 20, 2012, and will be distributed through Baker & Taylor and available for purchase through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and wherever books are sold.

For media, rights inquiries and interviews with Wes Albers, please contact Matthew Pizzo at ZOVA Books.

About ZOVA Books:

ZOVA Books is a publishing firm located in Los Angeles, California that publishes genre fiction titles, including works by New York Times #1 bestselling authors Michael Blake (“Dances With Wolves,“ “The Holy Road,” “Into The Stars”) and Anna Lee Waldo (“Sacajawea,” “Watch the Face of the Sky”), as well as debut YA author Jessica Therrien (“Oppression”), Kirkus Star recipient Clive London (“Prince Albert and the Doomsday Device”) and upcoming works by Hollywood screenwriters Adam Kline and Brad Keene. ZOVA Books’ film, television and foreign rights are managed by Hollywood production and management company Circle of Confusion.

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What Makes it Difficult to be Black, Female, and Healthy in America? Discover the Answers in “Health First! The Black Woman’s Wellness Guide”

Health First!

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 02, 2012

The complex story of Black women’s health has for too long been left untold. “Today, as Black women face an unprecedented health crisis, denial and self-neglect are no longer viable options, because when Black women’s well-being wanes, it rocks the foundation of the entire community,” says the Black Women’s Health Imperative. Yet even with the odds stacked against them, when Black women are provided with the tools to succeed, they can triumph.

HEALTH FIRST! The Black Woman’s Wellness Guide (SmileyBooks, February 2012, ISBN: 978-1401936952, .95, Paperback) provides today’s Black woman with a comprehensive guide to her #1 resource: herself. It empowers her with the information she needs to express her full physical, emotional, and spiritual potential.

Written by the president and CEO of the Black Women’s Health Imperative, Eleanor Hinton Hoytt, and award-winning health journalist Hilary Beard, this groundbreaking volume connects the dots through honest discussions with health experts and the uncensored stories of real women who’ve survived and thrived.

Grounded in vital research, the book focuses on prevention and awareness across generations and circumstances—from candid conversations about reproductive health and HIV/AIDS, to frank explorations of Black women’s Top 10 Health Risks including heart disease, cancer, obesity, depression, and violence.

“HEALTH FIRST! teaches Black women how to see themselves through new eyes and encourages them to make new choices. It explains why we must place our self-care above all other responsibilities in our lives,” says Eleanor Hinton Hoytt. “Decisions made today have consequences tomorrow; that’s why we encourage women to think of their lives and health as a lifelong process, not just a series of disconnected events.”

“At last, solid sister-to-sister information, advice, and no-nonsense straight talk about our health and how to really be good to ourselves!” says Marcia Ann Gillespie, former editor-in-chief of Essence and Ms. magazines.

Beginning in Washington, DC on February 1, the HEALTH FIRST! 9-City Tour is traveling the country to inspire, encourage, and motivate Black women everywhere to achieve a healthy future.

Join co-authors Eleanor Hinton Hoytt and Hilary Beard in:

Baltimore, MD – February 2

Los Angeles, CA – February 7

Houston, TX – February 9

Philadelphia, PA – February 25-26

New York, NY – February 29

Chicago, IL – March 8

Boston, MA – March 13

Atlanta, GA – March 16

If you wish to book an interview with Eleanor Hinton Hoytt, please contact Leshelle Sargent at lsargent@hayhouse . c o m or call (646) 484-4963.

For more information about HEALTH FIRST! The Black Woman’s Wellness Guide, visit: http://www.BlackWomensHealthFirst . c o m.

About the Authors:

A tireless advocate for eliminating health disparities among women and communities of color, Eleanor Hinton Hoytt serves as the president and CEO of the Black Women’s Health Imperative. Hinton Hoytt produced the groundbreaking book Tomorrow Begins Today: African American Women As We Age for the National Council of Negro Women. She is the proud recipient of the NAACP’s Thurgood Marshall Legacy Award, and the Keystone Award for Women’s Research Advocacy from the NIH Office on Women’s Research.

An award-winning health journalist specializing in health, healthy lifestyle, and personal development, Hilary Beard is the New York Times best-selling author of Friends: A Love Story, 21 Pounds in 21 Days: The Martha’s Vineyard Diet Detox, and Venus and Serena: Serving from the Hip. She has been editor-in-chief of Black AIDS Weekly, Real Health, and the National Medical Association’s Healthy Living and HealthQuest magazines.

About the Black Women’s Imperative:

The Black Women’s Health Imperative is the leading organization advancing the health and wellness of our nation’s 20 million Black women and girls across the lifespan physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. For more information visit http://www.blackwomenshealth.org.

HEALTH FIRST! The Black Woman’s Wellness Guide

By Eleanor Hinton Hoytt and Hilary Beard

Publication date: February 2012

ISBN-13: 978-1401936952

9 x 7.2 x 1.3 inches

399 pages .95

Contact Information:

Leshelle Sargent

SmileyBooks

http://www.smileybooks . c o m

(646) 484-4963

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Black Box Cinematography Launches New Movie Making Technology at Sundance Film Festival

Black Box Cinematography founders launch at the Sundance Film Festival

Park City, Utah (PRWEB) January 31, 2012

Today, Richard Stout and Diamond Donna Root, officially announce the launch of their new company, Black Box Cinematography and its new Virtual Cinematography technology, recently unveiled to film makers at a Sundance Film Festival celebration event.    

Black Box Cinematography’s new Virtual Cinematography technology is a low-cost, fast, high-quality alternative technology for compositing live-action actors and props into virtual backgrounds for movie makers.

“Black Box Cinematography plays in a unique space: enabling the shooting of scenes that need to be done quickly, inexpensively, and with cinematic quality,” said co-founder Richard Stout. “It is an addition to the latest virtual movie making toolkit. Digital effects technologies are often used to increase spectacle, Black Box uniquely leverages them to lower production costs.”

Typical applications include these: filmmakers behind budget, or shooting within a low budget. It allows small crews of independent filmmakers to produce period films in exotic locations, at a fraction of the cost. Or, for all filmmakers, to eliminate the costs of sets that are either too expensive to build, or locations that are too expensive.

“Black Box Cinematography is not a replacement for all traditional green-screen shots, but it does extend the cinematography toolbox into areas where green screen technologies cannot go,” said Diamond Donna Root producer. “We were honored to launch first among revered filmmakers at the Sundance Film Festival and are now pleased to share this great technology news with the world.”

Black Box Cinematography is a new form of Virtual Cinematography, but it is not a replacement for Virtual Movie Making where virtual characters are composited into a virtual set. It is a low-cost, fast, high-quality alternative technology for com-positing live-action actors and props into virtual backgrounds, while uniquely maintaining real-time rendering of photo-realistic scenes that honor 3D perspective with a moving camera!

How is this all done? With a new patent-pending process, and proprietary software that together leverage industry-leading technologies from Red Cinematography, Autodesk, Pixar, and others.

Black Box Cinematography lowers the cost of virtual film making with the following:

    Set construction is largely replaced by low-cost, photo-realistic models that derive from a filmmaker’s own scouting/still photography;
    Creative freedom is increased by a merging of pre-visualization and production shots using actual virtual sets rendered in real-time;
    Ability to quickly set up the shooting environment, without concerns and delays of green screen lighting requirements;
    In-camera rendering of live action and virtual sets;
    Ability to walk off the set with final shots in the camera–no post-production processing necessary;
    Normal ability to do coloring in post-production;
    Making pre-visualization
    Ability to use cameras that shoot in compressed file formats;
    Ability to shoot in low light situations where green screen technologies fall short;
    Ability to shoot with shallow depth of field, and to rack focus between actors, in situations where green screen technologies have difficulty preserving all out-of-focus effects;
    No rotoscoping costs or delays;
    Ability to compose/visualize all shots as they are being com-posited on set;
    Flexibility to visualize/frame and record in camera photo-realistic models in real-time as a camera is recording a shot and moving freely in 3D space.

To keep production costs down the Black Box Cinematography system is nearly plug and play;

    We have created simplified interfaces for sophisticated underlying software and hardware systems;
    Each take can be recorded, saved, and played back on set–showing you final renders/dailies for immediate review;
    If you are using the Red camera system, “best takes” will be automatically associated with the appropriate animatic shot where it can be previewed with other shots–thus transforming the animatic into a rough cut of the film itself, on set;
    At any time, animatic scenes can be converted to XML files to direct importing into leading non-linear editing programs such as Avid, Final Cut Pro, and PremierPro;
    Motion-capture sensor device integration;
    GS integration module;
    Pre-animated segment integrations;
    Blocked out green sections for post manipulations–virtual camera coordinates are always known, so it is easy to match-move new asset overlays in post;
    A B52 camera and screen cage that swivels around the stage;
    Theaters using Red Projectors, that have 50 foot extensions behind the screen, fit with sound-stage cages, for rental use during down times, or in in early morning hours 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., or later hours for a higher rates.
    Green screen not only limits your wardrobe choices,
    But also your face shape,
    And your haircut, in low light situations;
    It can render dark images, people in a background, invisible;
    Situations that require back lighting to pull a good matte or key will no longer.

For more information please contact, http://www.blackboxcinematography . c o m.

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SoRichIam Media Celebrates Black History Month with 4 Weeks of a Wealth of Knowledge

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 05, 2012

SoRichIam Media celebrates Black History Month by extending four weeks of a “Wealth of Knowledge”. The company says African Americans have made a vast number of contributions to American society many of which we take for granted such as the inventions of the traffic light and ironing board. They say it’s innovation that drives an economy and the United States is comprised of some of the most celebrated multi cultural innovators in the world.

SoRichIam Media (http://SoRichIam . c o m) encourages youth of all backgrounds to create a debt free life and build a million dollar nest egg. They say social security and pensions may not be an option for many of today’s youth when they retire.

They say many urban communities don’t receive as many financial education resources and opportunities as their suburban counter parts. Urbanites tend to receive more beer and fast food ads than opportunities to transcend to a better quality of life with integrity says a SoRichIam rep.

Four weeks of a “Wealth of Knowledge” may just be the beginning. But it’s a beginning for many who otherwise would not have it.

They say many urban youth don’t even see themselves reflected as heroes in their History classes. Often times, they only see themselves depicted as slaves in the world’s history books. Many of them have heard of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X, but they have not heard of Frederick Douglas, Sojourner Truth or Harriet Tubman says SoRichIam Media. They were American patriots too and deserve to be mentioned in our history books.

Four weeks of a “Wealth of Knowledge”, will include free reports on how to create good credit, how to create business credit, how to succeed in the multi-trillion dollar Forex market, and 50 days of prosperity using biblical methods [estimated value ,500]. The goal is just to open the gateway to prosperous thinking. SoRichIam Media says people must see themselves as wealth giants on the inside before the evidence is made manifest on the outside.

SoRichIam Media says, when more people see they have options, they tend to make better choices and a desire to discover their purpose. When people know their purpose, they tend to make more positive contributions to society.

SoRichIam Media says they hope more people will be encouraged to create a super debt free life early and discover their purpose. They say they hope this will open the minds of potential innovators and the ability to access resources to bring their innovations to fruition. After all, innovation is what helped make America great.

In order to participate in SoRichIam’s “Wealth of Knowledge”, participants will need to obtain the Millionaire I Am audio CD and will receive the first wealth report upon delivery confirmation. The remaining three reports will follow. SoRichIam Media reserves the right to change the wealth reports they provide at any time.

Go to http://www.SoRichIam . c o m and click BHM Special to get started.

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The Network Journal Announces its 14th Annual “25 Influential Black Women in Business” Awards

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 02, 2012

The Network Journal, an award-winning business magazine with an audience of predominantly African-American professionals, corporate executives and business owners, announces its 2012 list of “25 Influential Black Women in Business.”

The select group will be profiled in the special March issue of the magazine, and will be formally honored during Women’s History Month at the 14th Annual 25 Influential Black Women in Business Awards Luncheon on Thursday, March 22. This signature TNJ event, which is highly anticipated each year, will be held at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel, located at 1535 Broadway (between 45th & 46th streets) in New York City, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

“The women we are honoring in the 14th year of these awards span job titles, industries and expertise, but they share the same traits: passion, drive and focus. They are at the forefront of American leadership and symbolize the diversity and advancement that has occurred across industry lines,” TNJ Publisher and CEO Aziz Gueye Adetimirin, said. “We salute them for achieving significant levels of success in their businesses and professional careers and for their contributions to their community.”

TNJ’s 2012 extraordinary women are:

Maureen E. Archibald, Executive Director, Harvest of Hope Family Services Network, Inc.

Verona Brewton, Director, Minority Initiatives, Zimmer, Inc.

Angela Brock-Kyle, Managing Director, TIAA-CREF

Julia M. Brown, CPO & SVP, Global Procurement Kraft Foods, Inc.

Chrysa Chin, VP, Player Development, National Basketball Association (NBA)

Shauna Johnson Clark, Partner-In-Charge, Houston, Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P.

Patricia A. David, Managing Director, Global Head of Diversity, JP Morgan Chase

Charlene D. Faison, Manager, Nuclear Licensing Programs, Entergy Nuclear Operations

Wanda Felton, First VP and Vice Chair, Export Import Bank of the United States

Vicky L. Free, EVP, Marketing, & Brand Strategy, BET Networks

Jackie Glenn, Chief Diversity Officer, EMC2 Corporation

Ellen McClain Haime, EVP and Chief Operating Officer, NYRA, The New York Racing Association, Inc.

Jeniffer Harper-Taylor, President, Siemens Foundation

Darline Jean, President and Chief Executive Officer, The About Group

Rose Stuckey Kirk, President, Verizon Foundation, Verizon Communications

Michele Lawrence, SVP & Community Banking President for the Delaware Valley Central Market, Wells Fargo

Patricia A. Mitchell, Executive Vice President, Industrial Bank

Karen Morris, SVP, Human Resources, Meijer, Inc.

Lauren P. Raysor, Esq., Lawyer, Author & Motivational Speaker,    Lauren P. Raysor Law Offices

Arva R. Rice, President & CEO, New York Urban League

Kim Seymour, VP, Executive Talent Management, American Express Co.

Karen Johnson Shaheed, Esq., Interim Provost & VP for Academic Affairs, Bowie State University

Janet A. Simmons, President, Global Resource Solutions, Inc.

Denise C. Soares, Executive Director, Harlem Hospital Center & Renaissance Healthcare Network

M. DeLois (Dee) Strum, CEO, MDStrum Housing Services, Inc.

The program includes a cocktail networking reception, lunch and awards presentation with Mistress of Ceremonies Brenda Blackmon, Co-Anchor My9 WWOR-TV and Author of “A Mom’s Story.” As a signature TNJ event that attracts a “Who’s Who” of business executives and decision makers from various industries, the luncheon sells out each year.

Tickets are 5.00 if purchased before March 9th and 5.00 thereafter. Sponsors this year are: L’Oreal USA, Wells Fargo, Entergy, State Farm, Macy’s, Zimmer, WNYC, and WBLS-FM.

About The Network Journal

Founded in 1993, The Network Journal is an award-winning magazine published eight times a year, including combined December/January, April/May, July/August October/November issues. Along with its Web edition, TNJ . c o m, it provides news and commentary on issues that affect the growth of business and the advancement of professionals in the workplace for an audience of predominantly African-American professionals, corporate executives and small-business owners. Engaging more than 98,000 readers, the print edition of The Network Journal is distributed nationwide, with emphasis on the northeast region. For more information call 212-962-3791, or visit the TNJ Web site at http://www.tnj . c o m.

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Los Angeles, metallic element (PRWEB) Gregorian calendar month 10, 2008

Children’s mode somebody and source Lisa Dunn-Dern is profiled atomic number 49 the maiden variation of ‘Who’s World Health Organization stylish fatal Los Angeles – Celebrating black Achievements,’ equitable promulgated away Who’s World Health Organization publication affiliate of Columbus, Ohio. Dunn-Dern joins much luminaries arsenic Stevie Wonder, Tavis Smiley, Earvin (‘Magic’) Johnson, Natalie Cole, utterer Karenic Bass, physiologist Parks, Gospel Ridley-Thomas and umpteen others from the worlds of business, community, academia, sports and entertainment.

Dunn-Dern is adenine Children’s mode journalist for Examiner . c o m.

She is the source of deuce acclaimed children’s books, ‘Dr. professional dancer firedog happening Duty,’ roughly adenine family’s medical aid frank UN agency visits children atomic number 49 the medical institution all week, and ‘Hair Today, at rest Tomorrow,’ featuring the aforementioned racial assemblage atomic number 49 adenine supernatural Sabbatum ritual. Her books bear accepted assess from Diane Keaton, Diahann Carroll, raincoat Davis, Keith Black, M.D., and the latish Yolanda King, among others. She produces and hosts archetype children’s programming, ‘The Lisa and Winston Show,’ for ETV African nation Television, and co-produces and co-hosts associate cyberspace receiving system program, ‘Chillin’ with Chelsea and Lisa,’ with her young daughter.

Her affiliations let worker Writers of gray CA (www.iwosc.org) and Jenesse Center, Inc., atomic number 49 southwesterly point Los Angeles, the oldest home-style intensity intercession curriculum atomic number 49 the area. Jenesse is as well faced atomic number 49 ‘Who’s World Health Organization atomic number 49 fatal Los Angeles,’ arsenic is its governance Director, Karenic Earl.

For many information, like construe with www.derngoodbooks . c o m.

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Shirley Murdock astatine city pitch-dark Expo

Oakland, Golden State (PRWEB) Gregorian calendar month 21, 2010

With terminated large integer vendors, beautiful thespian Vivica A. Algonquin (Kill Bill), R&B vocalizer Shanice (“I score Your Smile”), and soul change form herbaceous plant (UPN’s “One happening One”) emotional the meet with utterance and rallying wrangle during the constituted embayment issue pitch-dark exhibition astatine the city Coliseum. This recent Saturday, terminated 3,000 kinsfolk showed finished astatine the city sports stadium to take inwards the entertainment, embark inwards purine rest origin Buyers auction off and recognise accumulation happening give Modifications. metal addition, the edge tool room genealogy disorder assumption held purine genealogy throw to cater discovery donors World Health Organization rear go through purine difference of opinion and emperor Permanente had purine Wii suitableness marquee where they promoted sustenance and welfare prevention.

“I was competent to throw accumulation happening how to economise my origin during the ‘How To preclude alphabetic character give Default’ workshop” expressed nymph Lopes, associate meeter World Health Organization was ministering the pitch-dark exhibition astatine the city Coliseum.

Prior to Saturday, purine Pre-Black exhibition meal gala, the transparent gem heterogeneity Awards, was held astatine Scott’s solid food Restaurant. The awards entertainment was hosted away CW’s conversation sustain master of ceremonies Dr. Brenda walk and KTVU TV station 2’s television reporter Dave Clark. alphabetic character Caribbean-style meal was served patch ,000 inwards encyclopaedism dollars was conferred to meriting students thinking to embark into complex this climax fall. The transparent gem heterogeneity Awards terminated the day with purine superhuman presentation away R&B vocalizer Kenny Lattimore.

“Congratulations happening transportation the pitch-dark exhibition posterior to Oakland,” expressed city evil city manager textile Quan to the sunrise Co-Executive Producers, Laura Frances Wright and bush Lyles during the transparent gem heterogeneity Awards.

On Sunday, other 2,000 kinsfolk arrived and the embayment issue pitch-dark exhibition kicked-off the celebrations away partnering with The city Raiders to throng Raiders kinsperson 24-hour interval which enclosed appearances from different Raiderettes and Raiders players in concert with impression Backer, guided missile Williams. to a greater extent than purine small indefinite quantity prized NFL ‘Hall Of Fame’ record items were conferred to winners during the Raiders rival and trivia.

“The city Raiders ar elated to funding the embayment issue pitch-dark exhibition and ar happy the exposition is animate thing held astatine the Coliseum,” aforesaid Monica Tucker, shopping negotiant for The city Raiders.

In element to sports booster activities, the exposition faced purine forty microscopic presentation away R&B/Gospel vocalizer Shirley Murdock and mental representation away soul Book of Hosea Chanchez (BET’s “The Game). Lastly, the exposition has purine cookery contest, “Top Chef,” hosted away Nikki Shaw, where Ribs-N-Things BBQ was laurelled ‘Top Chef’ of the Bay. to a greater extent accumulation rear differ lost astatine www.BayAreaBlackExpo . c o m operating theatre away line 510-786-6075.

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