Dallas Routs Hapless Seattle

By Ross Everett

Quarterback Tony Romo had another solid game, and the Dallas Cowboys made short work of the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday afternoon in a 38-17 victory. Romo threw for 256 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions, and receiver Miles Austin caught a touchdown pass for the third straight game.

The Cowboys also got on the winning side of the NFL pointspread ledger with the win and cover as -10 home favorites. Dallas is now 4-3 against the spread for the season, while Seattle fell to 2-5 versus the number.

Romo has made greater patience in the pocket a priority this season, and it's paying dividends. Sunday's game was his third straight without an interception and he's stayed interception free in five games this season-more than he did all of last year. Romo couldn't resist a joke at his own expense:

"Shock! I'm seeing things. It's as simple as that. I'm not throwing and hoping."

Head coach Wade Phillips expressed his pleasure, but didn't want his team to start believing their own press clippings:

"I feel good about the progress we've made, but we've still got a ways to go."

Team owner Jerry Jones was happy with the performance and already looking ahead to next Sunday's game at Philadelphia:

"I'm just glad to see as many people really do as well and play as well as they did today. Philadelphia is the kind of game that I think we're ready for. ... Plus, I think we all remember so much -- I know I do and so many players on this team remember -- how we left Philadelphia last year."

Seattle quarterback Todd Hasselbeck played well, amassing 249 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions but didn't get much help from a defense that couldn't put the necessary pressure on Romo. He sounded frustrated in his postgame comments:

"We put two weeks into this game plan. I felt like we were ready. We just didn't get it done. .... I feel physically drained, emotionally drained. I'm frustrated. We're all searching for answers."

The big game for the Cowboys that Jerry Jones alluded to is next Sunday night as they travel to Philadelphia to face the Eagles. The Cowboys have been installed as +3 underdogs with the total set at 47'. They'll head to Green Bay to take on the Packers the following Sunday. Seattle will host the lowly Detroit Lions next Sunday, with the Seahawks a -10 home favorite and the total set at 43. They'll hit the road for their next two games, facing the Arizona Cardinals and Minnesota Vikings. - 23806

About the Author:

Ross Everett is a widely published widely published freelance sports writer and noted authority on sports betting odds comparison. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sportsbooks and betting odds portal sites. He lives in Southern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and a kangaroo. He is currently working on an autobiography of former energy secretary Donald Hodell.

Development of Green Screen Studio Magic

By Phillip Guye

Green screen studio technology for visible effects grew up with the film industry technology each advancement in film technology benefited and improve green screen studio technology. In developing this kind of technology ( frequently known as Chroma Key Technology ) the color first used was blue like green, blue is the less similar to human skin tones. Over time green has proved to be better than blue when it comes to out of doors filming. Today with computerization of chroma key technology, it is feasible to use more colors rather than green and blue. At first Green screen studio was basically used for weather reports as chroma key technology advanced it became well liked by film producers and photographers.

Green screen studio technology has several pioneers in developing and improving this technology. Before PC compositing, the process was complicated and lengthy, and was known as traveling matte. The traveling matte and green chroma key methodology were developed at RKO Radio photos and other studios in the 1930's. At RKO studio Linwood Dun use the traveling matte process to create "wipes" ; which, makes transitions like a windshield wiper in films and was first employed in the 1933 movie Flying Down to Rio. Larry servant is given credit for the development of Chroma Key special effects first used for the flick The thief of Bagdad which claimed him an Academy Award for special effects. Larry butler invented the green screen and traveling matte technique to develop visual effects that were rare in 1940. Butler was the first special effects designer to develop special effects using the specialized screen for Technicolor still in the infancy stage at the time. In 1950, Warner brothers hire an ex-Kodak researcher name Arthur Widmer who commenced developing an ultra violet traveling matte process and improving new Chroma Key systems. The 1st film produce to use the new technology was The Old Man and the Sea in 1958.

Advancement in technology continues to improve the green screen studio computer effects. In the 1980's with the introduction of PCs the method of merging two different pictures together using an optical printer a lot less complicated, during the filming of The Empire Strikes Back, Richard Edlund develop the quad optical printer. Making compositing straightforward, faster, and cost saving that won Richard Edlund a special Academy Award for his invention.

As green screen studio improvements occur many apartments make heavy use of it's studio technology to add backgrounds like computer-generated imagery ( CGI ). Compositing has gotten simpler allowing for pictures from different performances from different takes, and motion to be merged into one scene. Green screen studio makes it possible for filming location shots without leaving the studio which saves the high costs of location filming. Further developments of PC software and computational has eliminated the necessity to use grids or tracking marks.

In closing advances and improvements in technology to green screen studio occurs makes the utilization of it's technology easier and better for making special visual effects. Today anybody can employ a chroma key studio at home for adding visible effects to their own photos. What makes this type of studio possible is a purchase of a chroma key studio setup with PC software less than $200. This makes it easier for professional photographers to create their own backgrounds or visible effects without the elevated costs of filming on location. - 23806

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There are so many other websites giving various forms of advice on how to use green screen but a lot of them are not very detailed or precise. Before following these, make sure to check my own articles and reviews on Green Screen Studio and Green Screen, additionally, you can reach me at phillipguy@hotmail.com or 1-323-851-3825

UFC 94 Flashback: GSP, Machida Gain Victories

By Ross Everett

Reigning lightweight champ BJ Penn entered his main event battle against welterweight kingpin Georges St. Pierre looking to become the first man in UFC history to simultaneously hold titles in two weight classes. GSP never gave him the chance to make history, as he stopped Penn after four increasingly dominant rounds to retain his belt with a TKO victory.

Both fighters had considerable fan support, with vocal, flag waving delegations from the Hawaiian Islands and Canada in evidence. During ring introductions, both men received enthusiastic cheers tempered with a few boos. After the opening horn sounded, however, the Penn backers had little to cheer about while the champions supports broke out in G-S-P chants on several occasions. The first round was fairly evenly contested, with St. Pierre trying to get a first hand feel for Penns often unorthodox"but highly successful"takedown defense. GSP made several takedown attempts, but had them repeatedly stuffed by Penns incredible balance and flexibility.

Boxing guru Freddy Roach recently praised Penn as the best technical puncher in MMA, but he had no opportunity to bring this weapon to bear as he had trouble finding the range from the outset. St. Pierre was unable to complete any takedowns during the first round, but easily dictated the pace and style of the bout.

GSP began to assert his dominance in round two"with Penn starting to fatigue he was no longer able to fend off St. Pierres single leg takedown attempts by balancing on one leg. GSP got a takedown early in the frame and began to mount a ground and pound assault while moving around in Penns legendary guard almost at will moving from half guard to side control with frightening ease. At this point, it was apparent that GSPs superior strength and insane physical conditioning were going to figure prominently in the outcome of the fight.

The eventual outcome was foretold between rounds two and three, as the obviously exhausted Penn required a pep talk from his entourage to continue. Across the cage, GSP calmly sipped water and listened intently to trainer Greg Jacksons instructions looking for all the world that he could go 12 rounds if necessary.

Round three was similar to the previous one, with GSP taking his opponent to the mat with a decreasing level of resistance and mauling him with punches and elbows once he got there. His complete control over the BJJ black belt Penn was incredible. That may be the most exceptional thing about Georges St. Pierre"his willingness to attack his opponents strengths and success at doing so.

The fourth round was a wall to wall rout for the welterweight champion, who started by effectively trading strikes with Penn before taking him down once again and resuming his highly successful ground based attack. At this point with GSP moving around at ease and Penn mounting little resistance it was apparent that the challenger was physically spent. St. Pierre almost ended the fight on the ground, as referee Herb Dean repeatedly reminding Penn that he needs to fight back. Penn survived the round on instinct alone, moving around just enough to keep the referee from stopping the proceedings. After the horn sounded to end the fourth round, however, it was evident that Penn had nothing physically or emotionally left and the fight was stopped by Dean on advice from the ringside physician.

Displaying his characteristic class, GSP delayed his celebration until he had crossed the cage and kneeled by his vanquished foe to honor his competitive spirit. After a quick celebration among GSP and his team, he faced his next challenger in the person of Thiago Alves. While clearly brought into the cage to start the fight promotion early, Alves appeared somewhat in awe as he congratulated the welterweight champion on his victory.

In the co-feature attraction, Lyoto Machida kept his undefeated professional MMA record intact with a first round TKO victory over Thiago Silva. Silva had no answer for Machidas well rounded skills and unorthodox Shotokan karate based style. Machida took his opponent down and knocked his opponent down twice"all counters as Silva was coming forward and Machida backing away. As the first round entered its final seconds, it appeared that Silva started to ease up in anticipation of the horn. Machida used this opportunity for another takedown, and then nailed his surprised opponent with a powerful punch that ended the fight. - 23806

About the Author:

Ross Everett is a widely published freelance writer and respected authority on sports betting odds comparison. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sports news and betting odds portal sites. He lives in Southern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and a kangaroo. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.

Picking the Correct Materials For Your Green Screen Studio

By Phillip Guye

There are a large amount of talks going on about which materials to use for your green screen. Expert recommendation will tell you that you can't accept just green. There's a right shade of green that's fit for green screen studio use. If you use any other shade, it won't have an identical effect and it will not be able to accomplish what it is set out to do.

It is for certain, correct to go for only a particular shade of green and a specific type of material because it will give you optimum results. However, in truth, you can actually make any effective green screen from almost any sort of smooth and green surface. The particular aftermath of that may change according to preference but it does not mean that other type of green screen studio materials will be unusable.

If you're one to go for quality, and you need to use the very best screen for your video productions, you can search the web or ask around what makes the perfect green screen material. The likeliest event is that you're going to be pointed in different directions. When it reaches that point, you have got to trust your own instincts and go with what you believe will work for you. Because certain materials may work for some folk but it does not for others. So you have got to be a discerning purchaser. Also keep in mind that professional green screen material can be rather expensive. Separate a portion of your position just for the green screen material alone if you truly need to make a good green screen studio.

If you are looking for material that won't burn a hole in your pocket, there are rules in finding useable material that will neither leave you penniless nor pissed off at the end of the day : Use something solid like a card or smooth wood. Color it green. Make sure that you cover each space in paint because inconsistencies will be magnified 100 times in your production.

Use a kind of fabric. There are 2 ways to go about this, you may either go for green fabric or take another fabric and then dye or paint it green. This technique could be a bit tricky though since you have got to make sure that there are no black spots and fabric has the tendency to be insubstantial. - 23806

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There are so many other websites offering a variety of forms of advice on how to use green screen but most of them are not very detailed or precise. Before following these, make sure to check my own articles and reviews on Green Screen Studio and Green Screen Studio Rentals, additionally, you can reach me at phillipguy@hotmail.com or 1-323-851-3825

5 Ways to Quit Your Overpriced Gym Right Now.

By Nicholas Walker

Gyms are massively overrated. Maybe you are going to one now, or you had a great experience with one before, but let me tell you that there are plenty of reasons to give up the gym and find another way to work out.

And hey, if you're in love with the gym as-is, then you've got nothing to worry about. But if you're thinking of a change, peruse these 5 reasons and make a new choice.

#5: Prices are Sickeningly High.

Gyms are unbelievably expensive for what they offer. Is there anywhere else in the world where you go maybe 2, 3 times a week, do all the work yourself, and pay extremely steep fees for the privilege? Hey, if you've got a great gym and can afford it, more power to you. But there are just too many out there that are complete rip-offs.

#4: People in Gyms Can Go Insane.

People sometimes come to the gym so often that they literally lose their minds, forgetting that the gym is a venue to getting in shape, not the be all and end all of their social calendar. If your gym is full of these people, be warned - you could become one, too.

#3: You Think People Wipe Down, But They Don't.

While it should be standard practice to wipe down every single machine you use with a towel (and possibly a nice spray) before letting anyone else onto it, the fact of the matter is that not all the people at the gym are so warm and sunny. More times than I care to count I've seen people get off a machine and just leave it there, dripping, waiting for someone else to show up and clean the disgusting sweat off.

#2: No One Likes Repetition, Over and Over and Over and Over...

A good thing about the initial gym experience is that you can build up a routine: you go in, do the exercises you need to do, and then leave. But after a few months, unless you've become addicted to the effects of your workout, you will realize that staring at that same TV over and over, no matter what's on - well, it is boring. And after a while, boring becomes annoying.

#1: You are Completely Free Outside.

So you made it - you finally pulled yourself free from the glorified indentured servitude also known as 'working out in a gym'. Once the initial high of extreme happiness wears off, you'll be faced with an unfamiliar emotion - freedom. Run anywhere you want. Do whatever exercises you feel like, in your own house, out in a park, or in the damn street, if you want. But don't go back to paying $100+ every few weeks for the privilege of sweating very close to a bunch of other people. It's just not worth it. - 23806

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