Monday, June 28, 2021

Upping My Game

Well this happened this weekend. Received a bonus for my full-time job, and thought the boost could help me raise my YouTube film quality. I have been debating a camera purchase for at least a year. 

My iPhone 8 however mighty, does have issues with heating up on long downloads, although it’s never overheated. When one picks up their phone and feels it’s warm in it’s case, you know it’s time to make some decisions for replacement. Additionally questing ones use of your cellphone for more than the Internet and phone capabilities.

I had several cameras in mind for this planned purchase; all were canon brand. I just had to make choices about my expectations, budget, and availability in person to purchase. I hate buying technology online if I can help it. Although with the invention of many people sewing it in store and buying elsewhere, availability in person is a real probem. I also have to make decisions on which camera accessories to get now and others to hold off on for later. 

The Rebel T100 is the first camera in the Rebel series from Canon, so it’s not brand new technology so to speak. With it being 8 versions back from the current model, it was quite affordable for a DSLR camera. This camera besides still photography, does allow filming too. Since it’s more like a a hybrid of traditional and digital, I was able to buy some accessories to fit. The accessories for now are magnification filters for upclose filming, a hood to focus light, cables for connecting to my computer, a foot with threaded screw for attaching to my tripod, a rode mic for on the hot foot of the camera for better sound, and extra memory cards. 

On the list of possibilities in the future; are a horizontal boom for filming, umbrella lights with stands, adapter rings for other sizes of lenses; not sure if I will get these as I am buying to the size of the current lens. An external display screen, access mount for my tripod to name a few. So will let those live in my watch list for more months to see if they are needed or not. 

So here is to happy filming, cheers!

Maureen 

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Replica 1560's Venetian Italian Fashion Doll

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Replica 1560 French Fashion Doll

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Tudor Q and A

What is a Tudorosity?

A mashed combination of the words Tudor and Curiosity to create the word Tudorosity. Tudorosities is the plural form and the deffinition is as follows.

Tudorosity- an desire to learn or know anything about the Tudor dynasty associated with years 1405 through 1603.

Most people ask my why I make the Tudor garb ?

I find the clothing of this era not only beautiful but also challenging to sew. There is much more care and purpose put into making garments and wearing garments in the Tudor Era. I love the look of Tudor so much I wanted to explore the way clothes were made back then and the subtle changes in fashion and styles of time.

How did you get started in this interesting hobby?

I started with art first, I love to draw, paint, and sculpt all the traditional fine arts. So being able to draw helps me visualize the looks I want to create in my garb. History has always been a huge interest of mine and I've had a knack for sewing since I was 7 years old. It all started with doll clothes and I learned cross stitch embroidery from my grandmother when I was little. I am self taught sewer, crochet, knitting, embroidery and tatting. My methods are learned from books mainly and there is still so much more to learn.

What is my favorite outfit and why?

It would be like picking a favorite out of one of my future children, its impossible. I love all my gown creations and really like the distinct differences in all the styles clothing I make for the Tudor Era.

Do you make the whole outfit including hat, shoes, and undergarments?

I do have a goal of making a complete Tudor from the skin out. As of right now I make 90% of my gowns and accessories. The shoes and stockings, are bought online and the petticoats are a close reproduction but not made by me. .

How long does it take to make a gown?

It all depends on the type of gown. The making relies on the time period and class of the design. Generally if I work on it 8 hours a day on a sewing machine it will take 3 days to get the basics and another 5 days to do finish hand-sewing details and beading. So a week to a week and a half if working on it steady for that amount of time. I work a full-time job so it does take longer than a week to complete. I put over 40-100 hours per outfit depending on its complexity, its like its own full time job of sorts.

Do you make renaissance clothing for sale or custom orders?

No, due to new employment and changes in my lifestyle. Unfortunately, I have no time to support sewing for others. Though I recommend sewing lessons for those adventurous few. There are many fine folks who make and sell historical clothing. I suggest guidance with sew from many fine historical enthusiastic costumers out on the internet.

How long have you been making these elaborate costumes?

I have been in the Society of Creative Anachronism coming up on my 18th year. Active since 2004 working at demonstrations and volunteering when I could between working and other life's distractions. I really concentrated on Tudor sewing in 2007 and worked with patterns to learn proper fabrics, techniques, fit, and silhouette. I really enjoy the eras transition from a medieval form fitting layered cotterdie to the boned Tudor kirtle and then to structured Elizabethan clothing.

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Replica 1490 Milan Italian Fashion Doll
Based on art by Giovanni Ambrogio

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