The red wall now showcases the new logo of Pro Litho Creative. This week’s conversations explored trailblazing secrets from the director of Gravity, iconic funny lady Carol Burnett, Apple’s big announcement, and another shameless plug to get you to enter our photo contest.
Gravity is topping the box office. Buzz centers on that trailblazing 13-minute opening shot. What trails are there to blaze in your industry?
A little question worth pondering. And, while you are doing so, it is interesting to note that director Alfonso Cuarón didn’t really set out to blaze trails. He stuck with his interests — being a director and an astronaut. Cuarón started with a vision and realized that his idea wasn’t so simple. But, rather than simplify the idea, he worked through the “headaches” and expanded his options. The end result is changing the game for filmmakers. How could you approach one of your headaches with creativity?
Carol Burnett just got the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. What character or moment do you remember best?
Who doesn’t love Burnett’s Eunice to Vicki Lawrence’s Mama? And, that is just one of countless moments in the 80-year-old entertainer’s award-winning career.
Do you think Apple got their brand back on track Tuesday?
Maybe. There were upgrades and newer, faster, clearer devices with improvements that seemed to speak to the current competition. But, Apple’s Tim Cook says the company has a clear direction and strong goals — one of those is innovation. And there were hints of new things still to come, but no timeline. But, it does appear they are thinking big picture about their fan base and designing an experience for them now and for the future.
What prompts you to enter online contests? We’ve got a great one with a cool prize … vote for your faves or enter.
There are some great benefits, whether or not you win — a few worth considering include visibility that comes from showcasing work and a chance to practice your skills. So, stop thinking and enter our photo contest? The theme is “Color and Light.” The winning photo will be printed, made into a poster-sized print, framed, and delivered to the winner.
An invitation: You can let us know your viewpoint — here, on Facebook, or on Twitter — Monday through Thursday, we pose questions ranging from lighter fare to industry-focused topics. Every Friday we look back at the week. If you are on Twitter, we are @ProLitho — please follow us, and join the discussion about this week’s #4Qs. We’d also love to have you check us out at Facebook and LinkedIn.