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RE: Burntoast
2004-02-25 12:27:18
Man what is it with you posting entries right when I log-on >_>
"But still.. I feel obligated to make better AMVs now and to set a good example or something...Yet I've decided that instead of worrying over how my videos will be perceived, I'm just gonna make vids for fun. That's what it's all about, isn't it..? :) "
It's interesting that you're having similar sentiments as myself and a few veterans. I talked to Ian/AbsoluteDestiny about this exact topic just this weekend. This perception that from this point on, you're almost expected to make something "great" every video and if you don't, you disappoint people.
It's kind of lame that people have such expectations, but they are only human. However, as you said, in turn, what really matters is how we react to that expectation and perception. I guess I'm not where you are since I do realize my motivations in this hobby are purely self-indulgent, but I still can't shake the feeling of people being disappointed in me, even if they have no right *shrug*.
The only thing I hope this feeling doesn't do is prevent me or someone else from doing something creative/original/difficult because they're afraid it might flop in the eyes of the viewer. I have one particular idea that I don't think I'm capable of attempting yet, but even if I did, it's not a traditional idea and I'd hate myself if I never tried it purely b/c of this expectation that I'm *supposed* to make sappy romance videos to 80's music :P.
Either way, figured I'd say something since what you're feeling seems to be fairly prevalent among "good" editors.
Take care!
-Daniel ^_^ -
I Just Can't Wait to release this Video
2004-02-18 22:56:13
My newest video is out:
http://www.animemusicvideos.org/members/members_videoinfo.php?v=32525
See forum or video profile for details. It has some history and inside jokes behind it.
Enjoy!
-Daniel ^_^ -
To Burntoast
2004-02-02 01:46:56
>>Anyways, I'm not sure if I actually deserve to be nominated for this year's VCAs. I mean, I've seen so many great videos this past year and it seems unfair how my own works got chosen. I guess I really do need a self-esteem checkup or something.. For the next VCAs, I wanna see what would happen if I didn't promote any of my vids (in the form of an "Oscar ad", shameless forum plug, etc.), just to see how that affects the nominations..<<
Actually I can echo some of your feelings on at least five of my seven nominations. I can easily name five videos that I feel were better than mine (and there are only five finalists in most cases) and the non-video nominations were pretty shocking too.
At the same time, I accept it since well this is the *Viewer's* choice. The title itself does not imply anything about skill or being "the best" and so on. (And BTW I don't mean to degrade any of the videos by that statement. Obviously the viewer's like it b/c they think it's good yes?). There are no fancy panel of judges or anything, most just the common viewer and their tastes. Even if I don't agree that I deserve it, they apparently do. This is their contest and I'm honored to be a part with it.
However, like I said, I do still echo some of your statements. I'm sure many people reading this will say I'm just being modest or hell even an elitist lying prick, but it still feels odd being nominated for "best of XYZ" when you yourself do not think you were one of the top videos in that particular category. It just feels bad not being "on the same wavelength" about your video.
I also won't lie and say I don't think I didn't deserve *any* nominations and in particular am glad to see that two of them lined up with my perception of my videos compared to others this year. It's great to see that...when you and the viewers agree that is. By the same token, I was equally happy to see a lot of my nominations becoming a reality.
Ultijmately though, as Vlad has said (and this goes to everyone), it's about your own outlook on your work (regardless of nominations). I particularly like some of my videos and in all honesty, would still be happy, have fun and make them.
At the same time, I believe they have already received sufficient recognition through contests and awards which is another reason for my hesitance. I mean can't hog the spotlight right? That's actually the main reason I didn't make a single post in the VCA forums (or rather a post *about one of my vids*. I posted in response about other vids and so on though). I actually figured that would be sufficient to knock me out in most categories. Guess snot ;).
Well I guess I can't say that I didn't want *anything* per se (like I said, I thought two coincided nicely), but I did also want to test a theory about those threads and pimping posts and how effective they are by not doing any. I just generally don't feel comfortable doing that, but at the same time am not condemning anyone. I'm sure most of you don't believe me here, but that's your perogative.
At the same time I accept the nominations and I know many won't believe me here, but am perfectly content with *just this*. The thought that people even consider me *ONE OF THE BEST* in a category for the entire year is beyond me. That is sufficient for me since I have already received other recognition as well. Oh yeah and I like them :P.
Also, I sorta already got my prize: The bandwidth and transfers..or rather the fact more people will now see my video. That and the fact people remembered is sufficient for me, but then again we'll see in a few weeks if I become award-hungry :P In fact, if I have my priorities straight, after I made the video and enjoyed it and making it, all the awards and recognition have just been icing on the cake.
I guess I'm rambling, but what I'm getting at is that I understand how you feel (and perhaps we do have self-esteem issues), but it's not "our contest"...well it is in that you get your one vote and so does everyone else. Let the viewer's decide. They obviously decided (myself included) that you were one of the best new creators and so on.
Sorry for the uncharacteristically long post by me, but your post sort of resonated with what I'm feeling. Take care and good luck!
-Daniel -
G'huh?
2004-02-01 15:20:55
I don't mean to sound mean (to myself), but how did I get more than ZERO nominations? I didn't write a single thread since work has been killing me, my videos are over 9 months old and figured people forgot about them and it'd come back to haunt me. Guess not...
Either way, thanks to all those who nominated my videos. I'm just happy that people remembered them. I like my videos and have fun and that's all that matters, but it's still nice to receive some recognition.
Thanks again, good luck to every who got nominated and better luck next year to the rest of you guys! Remember, it's just a popularity contest ;).
Take care!
-Daniel -
Right Now...
2003-12-12 13:08:44
Daniel is mocking JuriJuri :P
See if I come to your New Year's party. I mean I'm an elitist prick and have secret elitist gatherings to go to :P
I mock because I care :).
-Daniel ^_^
P.S. It's gonna be great when someone reads this and gets angry at me even though they don't know you or I ;_;. Oh how I love it her :P.
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