We've been working with Hawgfly (Meredith and Carolyn) a special effects and regular make-up company, on designing our special effects make-up for The Clombies. Meredith, Carolyn and I have been meeting pretty regularly in the last two months to discuss and formulate a look for the film. Through Febuary I organized the actual shoot, gathering crew, getting a little wardrobe, figuring out how it all will come down. At times it got pretty overwhelming and crazy but luckily we've done this enough times, so we got through it.

    Now, the reason for the test was to get a look at the special effects make-up and see how it will play on HD. We have two different creatures to deal with. They are similar but definitely different. The fx team did a great job. The make-up looked great and from the test we could see what was working and what wasn't. Meredith, Carolyn, and I will meet and discuss what fixes are needed and what stays. The fx team worked super fast and I really am impressed with how the fx make-up turned out. Thanks, Meredith, Carolyn, Lindsey, Lacy and Mikela. You all did an awesome job.  

   When we started this test we were going to test with just the Sony F900 but the DP really was impressed with the Red One camera. So, we decided to shoot  with both cameras. Standing there on set I could see why people are impressed by the Red. But I was impressed with the Sony's look as well. They actually aren't very different in look. I think time and a few more tests will only tell which camera we end up using.  
 
   Before I wrap up, I'd also like to say, I was very impressed with all of actors. They all showed up, put on the make-up, sat around a long while and never complained. When it was time for them to get up and get in front of the camera, they brought it. All of them. They made the shoot fun for me. I love directing actors, even if it's just a little direction here and there. With their performances, the make-up actually came alive. So, I'd like to thank, Karen, Rosie, Michael, Derek, and Matthew for their patiences, their time, their energy, and their performances. You guys were great. 

   So, to wrap up, it was a good shoot overall,  worked with fun and professional people and most importantly we're one more step closer to being prepared for the big show.