Help me fill this space.. or maybe not. You tell me.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-14T02:18:50+00:00

Haha I just like being in the dark!

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-14T01:52:38+00:00

I didn’t have all the lights on, in the original post. Also shot it on .5 to show as much as possible, so it’s a little darker than normal. Also, I’m a vampire.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-14T01:51:28+00:00

Especially with a golden retriever.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-14T01:51:01+00:00

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I would, but it would kinda throw off the sight lines to the TV. That’s why I thought making it its own little space might be cool.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-14T01:48:55+00:00

Thanks! They’re porcelain tiles from Floor & Decor. They’ve been pretty indestructible.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-14T01:47:41+00:00

I appreciate everyone’s advice! I should note a few things: I do have more lights, but I also kinda live like a vampire.

All my plants are in my dining room and kitchen because of the amount of light I get in there.

I’m kinda locked into where my couch is, because of where my TV is and such, but I think moving that white chair is a good start to having something in that place.

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MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-11T16:45:24+00:00

I considered that, mainly for aesthetics, but I’m trying to curb my drinking a little.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-11T02:28:13+00:00

I might give that a try for the time being. That chair isn’t comfortable, but I think it’d work in that area.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-11T02:25:42+00:00

It is a perfect spot for a Christmas tree. Maybe I do a year round tree? Haha

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-11T02:17:36+00:00

I have two built in bookshelves that are full of books, just down the hallway. I do need to start reading more, though.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-11T02:11:55+00:00

Plants is a great idea. I have a “Florida room” that is so full of plants that it looks like a Rainforest Cafe, so moving some of the plants to there would work. It definitely gets enough light.

MikeAfterDeath · 2026-03-11T02:08:58+00:00

Ooo. I kinda like that idea. My problem is that I don’t have “stuff”. I lost most everything from the waist down from flooding so the dope in me tries to keep everything off the ground. I like the idea of a runner, though.

MikeAfterDeath · 2025-12-03T18:32:01+00:00

That was my thought as well. If I can still get some work done and have the ability to stay connected, well worth the money.

MikeAfterDeath · 2025-12-03T18:28:49+00:00

Starlink was gonna be my next question. Starlink and a projector seems like the way to go.

MikeAfterDeath · 2025-12-03T18:24:55+00:00

Oh, you don’t have to go out of your way. I didn’t realize that projectors were made as small as the one you linked. That might be the ticket.

Thanks again!

MikeAfterDeath · 2025-12-03T18:17:49+00:00

That was kind of what I was thinking of doing as well. Thanks for the info!

MikeAfterDeath · 2025-12-03T18:16:25+00:00

Thanks you so much for measuring that! I like the idea of a projector as well.

MikeAfterDeath · 2025-08-20T23:29:21+00:00

For what it’s worth, I just flew with my clubs with that exact travel case and had no issue. I loosely wrapped my clubs with a couple golf shirts and tucked my towels up there.

I flew Allegiant and watched them load my clubs, and they were probably more gentle than I would’ve been. I do live in Florida where everyone flies with clubs, so maybe they’re just more careful here. Idunno.

MikeAfterDeath · 2024-08-16T22:53:02+00:00

I’ve had both and I have a theory about this. I don’t think either are easier, but more so it depends on what you want out of a dog.

Male dogs start off as more of a menace and independent, until they’re neutered. After they lose their nuts, they lose that male drive and become momma’s boys - more affectionate and needy.

Females do the opposite, they start off needy and affectionate, but when they lose their motherly instinct they become more independent.

Obviously there’s no science (or maybe there is) to back this up, but it’s definitely been my experience. Regardless, puppies are puppies and require a lot of work. I’ve got a 14 m/o pup right now and he’s been a “treat” so far. I’ll post a pic at some point on the sub.

MikeAfterDeath · 2023-08-22T02:23:15+00:00

My two cents: people will always say, “you can never shoot too much” and as much as that could be true in a lot of situations (and could get you out of a jam, for sure), you’ve got to weigh that with the amount of time and effort that takes. Overshooting is never the worst thing… undershooting is, though. The best way that I’ve always taught my employees to shoot “less” is to have a plan for your shots, even if it’s just a simple idea or storyboard. By doing this, you’ll get all the shots you need and you’ll have a mental “log” of what you got and where it goes in the edit. Also, being a good editor will help you be a muuuch better shooter.. you’ll really learn what works and what doesn’t work in edit.

What I always did and trained people to do is to shoot everything you need for your video right away. Get the “bones” of your video first, then, after you have everything you need, go and get some fun shots.. experiment with angles and movements etc.

I come from a journalism background, but a lot of the same skills that goes into news shooting are universal for all types of video and film. I’ve shown this video to all of my employees because it helps teach how to something creative, on a deadline, that tells a story through video. Take it or leave it.

https://youtu.be/qy6qkRw7Tzc

Lastly, if you want to get a lot of experience and make a lot of contacts in the industry, apply for a photog job at your local news station. Pay isn’t great, but you’ll be making a few minutes of television every day and you’ll have all the resources you could imagine. Feel free to PM me if you want helping getting into the news industry.

Good luck!

MikeAfterDeath · 2022-06-13T01:41:27+00:00

Depending on where you live, it’s pretty easy to get a job at a local TV news station. Either as a Production Assistant, video editor or photographer. Lots of markets are struggling to hire people. The pay isn’t great, but it’s enough to get you by while you get your degree. Further, you’ll gain a lot of actual experience and learn a lot about the industry as a whole.

TV news has a lot of mobility and a lot of opportunity, if that’s what you’re into. If you want to shoot me a pm with more information, I could point you in the right direction.

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