Interest in a marble making video?

[Cosmo]

I had talked about the idea of doing a video for a while, but I had been putting it off because I had a lot going on. But, now that I'm faced with the prospect of losing the only job I've ever had (for almost 20 years), I'm considering trying to give "glass as a career" a shot. I have been more than thrilled by the response I've received from my marble book, and I'm wondering if a video would be as well-received. I know there are a few marble videos out there already, so I have some competition.

Basically, it will probably be a video version of my book. It will contain most of the same techniques, but obviously you can see them being done in real time instead of in photos. I have a couple new things I'm working on that may be included as well.

So, I guess my question is this... would any of you buy this? Obviously I'm not going to hold you to it if you say yes, but I'm just trying to get an idea as to whether or not this is worth doing. I'm figuring the selling price will be in the $35-40 range, which is where I see a lot of videos priced.

This will be a pretty big investment for me, but not one that I'm unwilling to make if it will give me a good return on my investment. So, I'm open to all advice anyone can give me. Is this something that would interest anyone?

[Paul Ewing]

I might be interested. I haven't tried many marbles, but some of the techniques are useful in other things. One thing I would recommend is to check out the other marble videos out there and try to do them a bit differently. I know a lot of the steps are the same, but look where the others might be lacking and try to improve on them.

My biggest recommendation is to make sure you have a filter on the camera lens and to have someone assist in the video so that they can change the camera position when needed for best viewing. I know a lot of people cut out long or repetitive steps, but I think this leaves out info. There are a couple of techniques I couldn't figure out until I saw a demo that actually ran in real time and I found I was not waiting long enough for things to happen. I would recommend that the real time at least be in the first run of creating something. It might also work to have it as an extra feature on the DVD if you feel it slows the main video down too much.

Good luck,

[glass addict]

What about a video that shows techniques that aren't already "out there". That may give it a wider audience. I'm so sorry to hear about your job. These are scary times!

Mary

[Cosmo]

Well, I'm not sure what's already out there and what isn't. I own all the marble videos I've seen so far, and some of what I do is also on those videos, but in many cases I do it a little differently.

[ArtcoInc]

I'd buy it. I'll even carry it in my store :)

Malcolm

[Imaglassgal]

There's always room at the top. I'd say go for it! I would also buy one.

[divelement]

I already own your book which I love. I dont watch vids where I torch so its nice to have the book but I also think I would buy a video to complement your book so I could watch in the tv room or on my pc. But being greedy I also would hope to see some extras :) . I would say a rose marble and another vortex . I think its maybe that I am still such a newbie at this but would like more info on designs for the backs and such. and if those are in video formate all the better. Maybe combine the 2 in a set?

[Ekkie]

I have your book and I'd buy a dvd. I agre with Paul's comments. We need to be able to see what you ar doing so a filter and perhaps a camera operator are very good ideas.

Sorry to hear about your job. I was made redundant but luckily I have a husband to support me.

Jenn