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Thanks to all who entered our contest! I really wish we could give out codes to everyone, but at $1, you can’t go wrong investing in a copy out of your own pocket. Without further ado, here are the winners!

Keybox AE

@RagingClaw
@RoxyVelez
@MrMikeFlorio
@f1br1ll4
@ChrisChart

Keybox C4D

@rerendertv
@robwrightnet
@grreg_fr
@mark4g
@BrianFalexander

The great guys over at Keybox, Brett Morris and Patrick Teen, are teaming up with Fuel Your Motionography for a chance to give away ten copies of their excellent iPhone apps, Keybox AE and Keybox C4D!

If you are unfamiliar with these apps, you can check out our recent review of the product in the article Help is in the Keybox. For short, the apps are amazing time savers that help you easily find keyboard shortcuts for either After Effects or Cinema 4D in a multitude of ways.

The Details

We will be giving away a total of five copies of Keybox AE and five copies of Keybox C4D. To win a copy, do the following:

• Follow both @keyboxapp and @fuelyourmotion on Twitter
• Tweet the following to win Keybox AE: Want a chance to win Keybox AE? @fuelyourmotion and @keyboxapp are doing just that! Go here for a chance to win yours http://fuel.bz/Sql
• Tweet the following to win Keybox C4D: Want a chance to win Keybox C4D? @fuelyourmotion and @keyboxapp are doing just that! Go here for a chance to win yours http://fuel.bz/Sql

The winners will be chosen at random out of the entrants who successfully fulfilled the requirements. You can only win one version of the apps (AE or C4D), so choose wisely. If you tweet both messages, I will assume the first is the one you want to win. I will contact the winners through DM on Twitter to give the code and information on how you can get your free copy of Keybox!

The contest ends on May 8th with winners announced the 9th.That said, have fun and start tweeting!

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The race is right around the corner!

If you don’t know about it, the 24 Hour Film Race challenges groups or individuals every year to write, shoot and edit a short film (under four minutes) in just 24 hours based on a predetermined (and secret) theme. The theme could be anything from revenge to spare change, and it’s kept secret up until the beginning of the challenge. It’s up to the filmmakers to incorporate that theme into their film however they seem fit. There’s an entry fee of $99.00, but, if your film wins, you move on to the finals where you have the chance to win cash prizes as well as some great recognition. Your film also has the chance to be voted on in their “Best of” awards which include Direction, Leading Actor, Leading Actress, Acting Ensemble, Writing, Cinematography, Editing, Original Music Score, Sound Design, Animation, Visual FX, Special FX, Set Design, Costume Design, Make-Up and more.

I participated in a previous Film Race with a group of college classmates and, even though we didn’t win, we had a great time doing it. It was both extremely challenging but fun. We were also lucky enough to be in a city where they held screenings so we were able to see our short film on the big screen along with all of the other competitors. This year, screenings will be held in Atlanta, Boston, Calgary, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, Montreal, New York City, Philadelphia, Portland, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto and Vancouver; so, if you live in or near any of those cities and you choose to compete or you just want to see what all the filmmakers who entered have done, definitely check it out.

Registration ends April 27th with the competition beginning Friday, April 29th at 10:00 P.M. Eastern Time and ending on Saturday, April 30th at 9:59 P.M. Go to their website to register, get all the details and have some fun!

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Do you love writing for the visual medium (screenplays, stage plays, TV shows, short films, graphic novels, etc.), but you can never seem to find the time to actually sit down and write? Perhaps you will want to take a peek at Script Frenzy.

ScriptFrenzy.org is a website built on the simple idea of giving writers a community in which to write in. There’s no fancy award when your script is finished (except a nice web icon), no entry fee, and no bull. There’s just the challenge of completing your script during the thirty days of April. So, why do thousands of writers from all around the world come together in an attempt to write their scripts? Part of it is Script Frenzy allows anyone to enter regardless of age or financial backing. Part of it is because they have one of the largest communities dedicated to writing, and that their forums are always populated with writers of all skill levels willing to help in a time of need. Part of it is because it’s just so much fun!

Popularity of the contest has gotten so big that local writing groups have started forming in cities all around the world dedicated to giving contestants a quiet place to go to finish their scripts and network with other writers so you won’t have to work through your script alone. After you finish your script, the forums have a wealth of information on what to do with that stack of papers (or chunk of kilobytes) from revising to selling.

If you’ve had an idea rolling around your head for a script but could never find the time, sign up at Script Frenzy (it’s free) and make room in April to finally get that script done! The contest begins April 1st and goes all through the month. You can enter at any time, but you have to be done by the end of the month so get cracking!

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Update: April 30th, 2011

Peter is happily getting lost in his new HP EliteBook 8740w Mobile Workstation. In fact, he sent us an email to tell us how happy he is.

“John, thank you so much for choosing me as the winner of this machine. I promise I’ll make really good use of it – I am absolutely looking forward to someday publishing a video game with it! This computer is probably going to last me through all of high school and post-secondary – I don’t think that Quadro 5000M will be getting outdated anytime soon! As I promised before, I won’t be taking the EliteBook to school, for its own protection, so you can rest assured that it’s in good hands.”

“I don’t know how else to put it, but words alone cannot explain just how overjoyed I am to be the owner of such an amazing machine. I’ve never won a competition like this before, but I’m absolutely honoured to start with a $5000 computer. Again, thank you so much for choosing me. You made my year.”

Thanks, Peter. Good luck in everything you do, and enjoy that beast!

Update: March 21st, 2011:

After many sleepless nights and hours of debate, we have finally come to a conclusion on the winner of our HP EliteBook 8740w Mobile Workstation Giveaway. And the winner is… Peter Deltchev!

Peter is a 15 year old aspiring computer programmer, web developer, and composer whose ultimate goal is to break into game development. During all of this, he also finds time to participate in the FIRST Tech Challenge, a high-profile international robotics competition for high school students. Rock on, Peter!

Peter not only wowed me with a PowerPoint presentation, but also rendered out a video displaying who he is, what he does and just what he would do with the HP EliteBook if he won. That was included in an over 800 word essay that explained in further detail all of the above. Well, Peter, you don’t have to dream anymore. It’s time to make your dreams a reality!

Congratualations, Peter!

The contest is officially closed. Thank you to all who entered. We will be going through all the entries and let you know who the winner is shortly!

The time is finally upon us!

In the first part of our review of the HP EliteBook 8740w Mobile Workstation, we showed you the EliteBook and its specs; in Part II, we went into deeper detail on the hardware and software in the 8740w; and, in the final part of the review, we went over render times and final thoughts on this beast. Now, we are giving you all a chance to win one of these powerful workstations to work (and play) on.

Yes, you read correctly. We are giving everyone a chance to win a brand new, never been used EliteBook 8740w still in the box (not the one I’ve been using) valued at approximately $5,000 and packed with, among other things:

• Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit
• Intel® Core™ i7-740QM (1.73GHz, 6MB L3 Cache)
• 8GB 1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
• 500GB 7200RPM Hard Drive
• NVIDIA Quadro 5000m w/ 2GB dedicated DDR5
• 2.0MP integrated webcam
• DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer LightScribe Drive
• 17.0-inch diagonal DreamColor LED-backlit WSXGA+ WVA anti-glare display

How To Enter

So, how do you win this amazing workstation? Follow the simple steps below.

1. Follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook and share the news of our giveaway linking to this page (http://fuel.bz/zBw)

2. Email us and tell us why you want the EliteBook 8740w! Entries can be a written essay, a photograph slideshow, a short film, animation, motion graphics piece–whatever it is you do creatively, do it to win this Workstation! The more creative you are, the better, so don’t just write one sentence and call it good. Put some heart into it. However, we aren’t looking for sad stories; we want to know how the EliteBook can help you better yourself and your work, and be specific. It wouldn’t hurt to, if you haven’t already, look through our three part review of this beast to see exactly what it’s made of. Remember, you’re trying to win a $5,000 piece of equipment here.

Rules

1. All entries must be in before March 7th (Midnight Central Time on March 6th). After that, we will go over all valid entries and determine a winner, which will be announced approximately one week later (an exact date will be determined after all entries are received).

2. All entries must contain a valid email, phone number, name, and shipping address. We will not give any of this information out to any third party companies or use the information for anything other than this contest. You must also provide a link to the area where you mentioned our review and contest.

3 This contest is valid for United States residents only. Sorry to all our friends in foreign lands. everyone worldwide!

Show Us What You’re Made Of

There you have it. Get to creating your wonderous work of art and send it to us before the deadline. I’m excited to see what everyone comes up with, and I’ll be happy to get this workstation off of my desk and onto yours. If you have any questions, please post them in the comments below and I’ll answer them a.s.a.p.

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Yes, the rumors are true–Fuel Your Motionography is one year old today! It’s hard to believe we have been providing tips, tricks, news, and other knowledge-based articles for an entire year, but it is the truth. As much as I’d like to say the reason we’re still around is because of our great writing style and the massive knowledge bombs we drop, I know the real reasons is all of you. All of our thanks goes out to all of you–our faithful readers–for reading and coming back for more. You’re the reason we’re around; the reason we’ll continue to provide even more of the great content you love, and even more that you have been asking for. That’s all we need for a gift for our birthday, but how do we thank you?

How about with a simple contest?

We thought the best way to show you how much we care about you is to give you not one, not two, but three chances to win books that will help you in your quest to become the motionographer you want to be.

What Do I Win?

One first place winner will receive one brand new copy of After Effects CS5 Visual Effects and Compositing Studio Techniques by Mark Christiansen (This title has not yet been released. Official release date is October 11th) and one brand new copy of Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects (5th Edition Version CS5) by Trish & Chris Meyer! Both of these books are considered by many in the industry to be essential training for anyone who aspires be in or wants to hone their skills in motion graphics and/or visual effects.

One second place winner will receive one copy of The DV Rebel’s Guide: An All-Digital Approach to Making Killer Action Movies on the Cheap by Stu Maschwitz.

One third place winner will receive one copy of Rebel without a Crew: Or How a 23-Year-Old Filmmaker With $7,000 Became a Hollywood Player by Robert Rodriguez.

How Do I Enter?

It’s simple! Just fill out the form completely below and enter a comment telling us why you think you should be the winner. Only serious comments will be included. For example, “I really need these books in order to stay on top of the motion graphics industry” will easily win over “ROFLMAO I NEEDZ THIS BOOKZ NOWZ, LOLZ!”… You get the idea.

How Do You Choose a Winner?

The only way to be fair is to be random. After choosing the serious results out of the entries, I’ll use a random number generator to select the winners.

When Will I Know?

The contest ends midnight Central Time on Friday, October 8th. Winners will be announced Monday, October 11th.

What more do you need to know?! Post a comment below for your chance to win free books!

WINNERS!

A big thanks goes out to everyone who entered the contest! Reading through all of the responses, I was truly impressed and humbled by your thirst for knowledge and willingness to push yourselves as far as you possibly can. Without further ado, here are the winners of our very first Birthday Giveaway.

1st – Joao Borges

2nd – Dave

3rd – StealingSand

If each of these individuals could email me at john(at)fuelyourmotionography.com with their full name and address they would like the books shipped to, I will send them out shortly. Again, thank you to everyone who entered!

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Although the deadline for submitting work to the Vimeo Fesitival + Awards has ended, the real fun is just about to begin. Coming this October 8th and 9th, in New York City, you can experience a unique awards show and festival geared towards the visionary creatives from all corners of the globe that use the internet as a medium to showcase their work at the Vimeo Festival + Awards.

The Vimeo Festival and Awards will be a celebration of the best original and creative video that has premiered online. Our goal is to reward the individual creators behind online video and acknowledge the internet as a quality medium of expression and distribution. And of course, we’re going to do it in style.

The awards will be open to anyone who has premiered their work on any online platform. This isn’t just a Vimeo thing, it’s a video thing, and we’re opening it up to everyone. The festival will then highlight the best of online video in an exciting offline environment for all to attend. We’re cooking up some pretty cool stuff for these events, folks, and we can’t wait to tell you more about our plans.

They are cooking up some cool stuff, indeed. With official lists coming soon, we know Vimeo is getting together panels with some of the best creatives in the industry, and, if that wasn’t enough, you will be able to sign up for one-on-one sessions with some of the hosts. Of course, this being a festival celebrating the best of web video content, there will be 10 screenings displaying some of the best work submitted to the contest, all in the luxury of a theater. They have also set up workshops on such things as HD DSLR filmmaking, traditional to digital filmmaking, Vimeo tips & tricks and video editing, among many others; a community tent for everyone to mingle and for a select group to show off their work; and, of course, a few special events and parties.

The awards show is the culmination of a lot of hard work from both those on the Vimeo staff and those who participated in the event, and both have a lot to look forward to as the event draws closer. From the moment the final submissions were being taken, projects from different categories including music videos, motion graphics and experimental were being judged by the top players in many different fields including Roman Coppola, Vincent Laforet, M.I.A, Nick Campbell and David Lynch, among many others. The participants are all aspiring to win the top prize of a $25,000 grant for their next project, as well as the recognition of the entire Vimeo community, professionals in attendance and the rest of the world.

The Judges for Vimeo Festival + Awards

Even if you didn’t enter a submission, the Vimeo Festival + Awards is an amazing event to behold. We all know networking is a very important piece of this industry and staying ahead of the game is equally an important piece, and there’s no better place to do both than at an event such as this. Learn tricks from the pros, Q and A with some of the industry leaders, seeing what others in the industry are up to and networking galore; this is one event you don’t want to miss.

Early bird rates are available now: $175 for a two day adult pass, $135 for a two day student pass (purchase tickets). Visit the Vimeoawards.com for updated lists of events, judges and more. Also, follow @Vimeo on Twitter for up-to-date news and changes.

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Starting this Sunday, July 25th, SIGGRAPH will be upon us once again giving us an inside look at what the top creatives in the industry have been cooking up for us behind closed doors and what we can expect to see in our software and hardware in the coming future. The previews have been released and things are slowly trickling out as to what we can expect from these geniuses, and it’s nothing short of breathtaking.

SIGGRAPH (Special Interest Group on GRAPHics and Interactive Techniques), for those who aren’t in the loop, is an annual conference and exhibition for all things creative. Basically, it’s where everyone in the industry goes to show what software and hardware they’ve been working on, talk about how they created certain effects and animation, and, of course, network.

Here’s a look at what to expect at this years SIGGRAPH:

Technical Papers

There are a ton of advancements and improvements in the software field that will be on display at SIGGRAPH. There’s something for everyone here whether your interest is in fluids, cloth animation, modeling, mesh, photography, editing and more. They have created a nice video preview of some of these on their YouTube page.

Of course, these are only a few of the amazing things that can be expected. For a full list check out the Technical Papers section of the SIGGRPAPH website.

There’s a big announcement coming from The Pixel Farm centering around a new form of tracking software they have developed. Straight from a recently released press release, it will be based on a new node-based flowgraph architecture and an industry-first in camera tracking and match moving software.

The tracking market is long overdue for an overhaul, and this is a game-changing advance from The Pixel Farm. I think they’ve just re-invented 3D tracking,” said Victor Wolansky, VFX Artist, E3post, and 3D Tracking Professor at fxphd. “New products emanating from these developments will be a ‘must-have’ for anyone involved in the visual effects business.

Parametric Reshaping of the Human Body in Images

There’s also an interesting piece of software from a group of individuals that promises to make reshaping the human body in photos as easy as adjusting their height, weight and girth. I’m sure there will be a few minute adjustments that will need to be made afterward (much like the Adobe CS5 Roto Brush), but it’s a huge leap forward, none-the-less.

Emerging Technologies

SIGGRAPH isn’t all about the software. There are many new hardware advancements that will be on display for everyone to try and/or see from 3d multitouch and other touch displays to advanced smart lasers. Check out the preview video on the YouTube and view the complete listing here.

Computer Animation, Talks and So Much More

There is so much more to see and do at SIGGRAPH, you really need to be there in order to take it all in. Even then, you won’t be able to see it all, but the experience alone would be a great thing to behold. Everything from seeing the latest animation techniques and hearing the artists who created them discus the process behind their films to the newest designs and experiences being used in video games. Check out the SIGGRAPH website for full listings of what they have in store for you.

iPhone App

This conference is huge and finding your way around is a difficult task, but if you have an iPhone, you can download the new SIGGRAPH 2010 iPhone app that gives you the listings of all the events happening day-by-day, create your own schedule, get maps of the convention center, exhibition area and L.A. (for parties and hotels), and more. This is a must have download for anyone going to SIGGRAPH, and it’s FREE! Oh, and don’t worry about losing reception and not being able to access parts of the app; it’s all stored locally on your phone. Worry free.

If you haven’t been to SIGGRAPH yet, there’s still time to attend this years event. This late in the game the prices will be higher, but even a day pass would be worth it to see what is displayed and to network with some of the greatest minds in the field. Conferences like this are the perfect place to stay ahead of the industry, meet like-minded individuals and have a great time.

SIGGRAPH 2010 is being held in the Los Angeles Convention Center. Conference times are July 25-29; Exhibition times are July 27-29. Click here for a full schedule (or download the iPhone app). Visit Siggraph.org/s2010/ for more info.

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Here at Fuel Your Motionography we are trying to bring you the information you want the most in the form of tutorials, articles, news and interviews. Of course, we aren’t mind readers so we can’t think of everything that you want to read or every question you want to ask… until now.

Kook Ewo has worked on the title sequences for Splice, Silent Hill and Fracture, among many others.

We are trying something new here at FYM! Google Moderator allows anyone with a Google account to log in, post questions and vote up or down other questions if you like or dislike them. This allows you, the reader, to finally be in control!

We have an upcoming interview with Title Sequence Designer and Director, Kook Ewo (Splice, Silent Hill, Fracture), and we need your help! If you’re not familiar with his work, go check it out (http://thefrenchtitle.com) then come back here and post some questions and vote up or down other questions you like or dislike. Now is the time to finally ask a professional in the biz what you’ve always wanted to know! I’ll send him the top ten highest rated questions submitted (along with our usual questions) so start posting and voting now!

The deadline for posting and voting on questions is one week so get them in before July 9th! You will need a Google account in order to access the site. If you do not have one (and don’t want to create one) you can Direct Message me on Twitter (@fuelyourmotion) or email me the question at john@fuelyourmotionogrpahy.com and I’ll post the question on the board. Only serious submissions will be accepted.

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As we draw closer to the end of this year, I reflect on all the amazing works I’ve seen from creative professionals in the motion graphics industry. In this post I’ll be touching on a curated list of what I consider to be some of the most progressive, forward thinking, and well executed work from the motion graphics industry leading professionals. I’ll also be touching on progressive techniques that had a major impact on the motion graphics industry for 2009, as well as progressive digital & tangible tools that have helped, or changed the way motion graphics are produced.

Curated Motion Graphics Work

Starting off, I tried to consolidate a list of innovative & inspiring motion graphics work. It definitely wasn’t an easy task to try and pick any one piece over another, especially since everyone has a different opinion over what they would consider to be amazing. With that in mind, I’ve tried to balance my selection objectively, based on progression, forward thinking, originality, and execution. I hope you enjoy my selection, and continue to support Fuel Your Motionography well into the new year. Enjoy!

Prologue – OFFF 2009 Main Titles

OFFF 2009 Main Titles from Prologue! from OFFF on Vimeo.

Wow – Infinity

Infinity by: Wow from Colorcubic on Vimeo.

Esteban Diácono – Let Yourself Feel

let yourself feel. from Esteban Diácono on Vimeo.

Christopher Hewitt – Contraction

Contraction from Christopher Hewitt on Vimeo.

Sooz / Kultnation – All That Is Solid Melts Into The Air

All that is solid melts into the air. from Sooz on Vimeo.

Onesize – OFFF 2009 Sponsor Titles

OFFF 2009 Sponsor Titles from OFFF on Vimeo.

Rob Chiu – Else Mobile

Else Mobile (The Time Has Come) from Rob Chiu on Vimeo.

Alex Roman – T & S Teaser 2

T&S Teaser2 from Alex Roman on Vimeo.

BranitVFX – World Builder

World Builder from BranitVFX on Vimeo.

Tilt Shift Effect

If I had to say any certain technique had a major impact on the motion graphics industry this year, I would have to go with the tilt shift effect. The tilt shift effect is what ultimately gives real life footage, or more specifically, stop motion footage the illusion of smallness, or small windup toys. And what better way to convey this effect then through one of the industry’s pioneers of this technique, Mr. Keith Loutit [see below].

Keith Loutit – Bathtub IV

Bathtub IV from Keith Loutit on Vimeo.

Digital SLRs with HD Video

Ringing in at number three on my list of best contributions to the motion graphics industry in 2009 is Canon, and their Digital SLRs with HD Video capability. A lot of people still don’t realize, the moment Canon introduced the 5DmkII, it completely revolutionized how creative professionals in the mograph industry would produce work in the future. Not only are these dSLR cameras built very well, they’re also relatively affordable, all while shooting in HD video. Although, the real highlight of these dSLRs is the option to change out the lenses, at a fraction of the cost of a normal HD video camera. So you get all the power of Canon lenses (specifically Canon’s L series lenses), with the beauty of HD video. What more could you ask for?

Canon Rebel T1i

Canon 7D

Canon 5D mkII

Florent Porta – Tokyo Reality (Canon 5DmkII at work)

Tokyo Reality (Canon 5D MarkII) from Florent Porta on Vimeo.

Inksie Brand – 7D test film (Canon 7D at work)

7D Test Film from Inksie Brand on Vimeo.

Wesley Kandel – Palladia (Canon Rebel T1i at work)

Palladia from Wesley Kandel on Vimeo.

WANT MORE?

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The Interactive Open challenges Artists and Developers to use the open-source content from Sita Sings The Blues to make something new.

There will be a Gallery Showing of works with hands-on stations at The Grassy Knoll Gallery in Portland, Oregon from 7pm-9pm on Thursday, October 29th. If you can’t meet the deadline – make something anyway! There will be an online gallery to feature all works as they are completed.

Sita Cries a River in The Greatest Break-Up Story Ever Told

The only rules:

1. The final piece must have some sort of audience interaction, and be playable in a web browser.
2. You must release the source code under the same license as the content (CC-BY-SA)

You can leave comments, questions and works-in-progress on the official page: The Interactive Open

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2009 Return of the MAX Sessions

If you’re familiar with the Adobe MAX conferences, you probably know what they are all about. However, if you’re like me, and you only think you know what the Adobe MAX conference is, it’s time to make plans for your next chance to attend.

This year, I talked quite a bit about the Adobe MAX conferences. Sure, they were coming to Los Angeles Convention Center. Sure, Adobe is a sponsor of my user group in Hollywood. Sure, I’ve been in a couple of Adobe groups myself. But when the opportunity to go to the Adobe MAX conference session came up, I thought that it wouldn’t really be for me. After all, I’m really good at all of that, so it’s not for me, right? Wrong.

Adobe MAX is not just a chance to sit in sessions and learn about a specific application of a tool or scripting device, it’s a chance to meet the masterminds behind the Adobe product you are particularly fond of. It’s an opportunity to listen to some advanced users talk about what new ideas and new resources are out there which you may have overlooked. And, perhaps more importantly, you’ll have a chance to sit with people who — like you — use and have a specific affinity for Adobe software.

Flash, Javascript, and AJAX

The heart of the conferences at Adobe MAX this year are dominated by Flash, JavaScript and AJAX. There is no doubt that more designers will be looking to coders to deliver our content to the world on mobile devices. While as designers, animators and compositors, we will need to consider the possibility of content that is accessible by Flash, and those Flash developers will have to start considering us non-coders.

Introduction of Adobe Flash Catalyst

Adobe has already started to consider us code-newbies. Today, Adobe announced the launch of Adobe Flash Catalyst. In this morning’s session, we discussed the ever changing definitions of participation and collaboration. And, while some of us are designers at the core, we need to consider the potential of a wider audience and how we can ensure our designs flow from our desks to the code writers’ labs.

Flash Catalyst allows Photoshop or Illustrator work to move directly into interactive prototypes without having to write any “real” code.  It can be published as is, or move into the hands of someone who knows what they’re doing with Flash to build simple interactive content or huge RIAs. If you can use Photoshop, chances are you’ll have no problem with Flash Catalyst.

Beta Release of Flash CS5

Also announced today were beta release news clips (and videos) of Flash CS5. Of course, once Adobe says “CS5″, it doesn’t matter if you are using Flash or any other product in the store, you know that the community goes crazy. Tomorrow, Adobe has more in store for their community of MAX’ers and the rest of you who couldn’t make it.

MAX is about community

Adobe is there for us, talking about work, talking about fun, talking about what’s ready to show, and; Adobe is listening to what their community of users is saying.

Forget about what you thought Adobe MAX was. It’s difficult to understand without being there. You still have 2 more days to grab a session pass and come to a panel discussion. After that, you’ll have to wait until 2010 for your next chance. This is more than connecting with the applications, it’s meeting people from South Africa, Korea, and Kansas City who all like to do the same stuff you like to do — and are really, really good at it.