Wow! Things are certainly gearing up on the Academy front for 2013. For those of you who attended last year, I think you'd agree that LSH and DLA put on a HECK of an event! For those who missed us... don't do it again this year! Between the Christmas Classics, the Scare Sessios, the Software SOlutions, Beyond Lighting AND the DIY Expo sessions we have more information than you can shake a stick at. On the DIY front, RJ and I had some emails back and forth last week and the ball is rolling! Stay tuned for more info on class topics and instructors over the next few weeks.
Did you know that we already have well over 100 people registered to attend this year?? At this rate we'll pack the place once again! On top of that we have 10 vendors already contracted as well. We're going to have a busy, busy, busy three days in July!
Very important note though: Today's the last day to get in on the Early Bird Free Registration contest. If you're registered by 11:59pm tonight you'll be entered into a drawing to have your registration fees refunded to you.
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This is usually when the price goes up a bit as well... will that happen tomorrow? Hmmm.... don't chance it!
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We're going to be helping the new(er) folks out with a track called "Starting from Scratch"...Because everyone has to start somewhere!
Our post-Academy survey showed us clearly that people want to have a starting point. There are so many advanced level items on the Academy schedule, and that works for many people. But what about those folks who would love to attend to get their holiday craziness started? THEN they can move on to the more in-depth topics. In 2013, that’s our approach.
Friday afternoon will contain an entire track of 5 high-level classes that will help you (or someone you know who wants to) get a foot into the holiday hobby waters. Many of us have been doing this for a year or more but we have friends, family and neighbors who just want to know where to start. This is for those folks (there will be, of course, other classes happening at the same time for the DIY Expo, Halloween Scare Sessions, and Christmas Classics for others to choose from).
Display Design:
First things first, you need to look at your “Canvasâ€: Your house and yard. We’ll talk about budgeting, what you aspire to get to, the different pieces of your house and how you can make them standout. Examples of popular items and Q&A will wrap up the session. Make sure to bring a photo of your canvas so you can see your vision come to life in your mind.
From Static to Animated:
You want to take the next step and create an animated display. What are your options? Do you want to animate your elements or sequence to music? We will talk about the steps you need to either start an animated display or transform your static display to something new and exciting.
Electricity: Your Best Friend or Worst Enemy:
Let’s face it, to do what we do you need electricity. Not one bulb will turn on if you have not hooked your electric up correctly. Even worse is the potential danger you may create if you are ignorant of the basics of electricity. We will talk about measuring your power needs, tools and resources that you can use to educate yourself, and some best practices and ideas for hooking it all up.
DIY or Commercial:
There are many solutions available in the marketplace to help you create your display. What are the benefits of both commercial and DIY options (and the potential drawbacks of each). We’ll also touch on the software solutions that are available.
Audio Solutions:
Many of us want to share our Christmas music and voiceovers with our visitors. You need a basic understanding of transmissions. In addition you need to determine what your “tone†should be in terms of musical selection. Voiceovers and options for musical editing will be touched on as well.
When these classes are finished you’ll have a great starting point and then you can look over the other classes being offered to decide the next steps on your holiday journey.
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