FAQs - Moving Memories Photo montage DVD Slideshow Presentations

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Moving Memories DVD Video Presentation?

Video Legacy takes your print photos, paper clippings, mementos, 35mm slides or digital photos
and produces a video you can view on a DVD player, all matched to your choice of music playing
in the background. This is also known as a Photo to DVD Slideshow, or Photo Video Montage
Aside from "common" transitions that simply "fade" or "cut" from one picture to the next, we
include exciting Motion Paths & 3D transitions that will "bring your photos to life" in all our
packages at Regular Price! We treat each video as an individual personalized and unique
production, so every one IS unique! Compare our prices and services to others and Moving
Memories wins hands down in all respects!

What about music for my video?

You may select your music from our instrumental music archive or provide your favorites on CD
format. One song per 30-35 photos is the norm but we can also make musical medleys or
complex segues to meet your needs.

What are Text Captions?

Our advanced digital editing system can produce a wide range of titling typefaces and effects.
Titles can be superimposed over any photo to "spice-up" a pic or a background to introduce the
various sections of your video. Hollywood-style scrolling titles or credits can appear either at the
beginning or end of your video! You are only limited by your imagination! A generous ten
captions are included in the Moving Memories Pkg. 1 video, or you can add more if desired.

What size photos will work?

Any photos up to 8"x10" are fine. Keep in mind that some photos taken vertically (portrait-style)
will not fit proportionally on a TV screen and will have black bars on each side of the photo.
Landscape-style or horizontal aspect photos work best. Also, please note that close-up photos
will look better on your video.

I have some faded photos, can you use them?

Moving Memories DVDs include Photo Enhancement where we can restore the proper color
balance, brightness and contrast to the photos in your job that need enhancement. See our
example page here. In most cases we can bring these photos back to "new life" unless they are
badly sunbleached or otherwise damaged.

Can you repair photos that are damaged?

Video Legacy can restore most damaged photos close to their original state. We can also
remove or replace objects in the image, or produce a composite image from two or more
images. However this is a time consuming process. Each photo requiring restoration will vary in
the time needed to restore it, so please consult us for an individual quote.

Can I add my home video to this project?

Adding home movies is really the "icing on the cake" for your video so we definitely recommend
this. One video clip is included in Moving Memories Pkg. 1 and you add extra clips too. We can
insert many different types of video media including: VHS, VHS-C, DVD (non-copy protected).
We can also expertly transfer your motion picture film: 16mm silent & sound to include on your
video. To blend in and conform with the rest of presentation we suggest clips should be short,
just 15 to 30 secs. in length, but a Standard Video Clip can be up to two minutes in length.

Can I get my video put on DVD?

Since all our signal and image processing is in the digital domain, DVD is the primary format we
use. We create custome graphics especially for your video and print custom DVD labels.
Generally, the DVD will "auto-start" into the main program but we also have the capability to
create customized menus if a customer desires.

Which better DVD or VHS?

DVDs far outlast VHS or any tape media. Tapes are subject to jamming and easily damaged.
Plus the DVD digital image contains no "noise" and you enjoy CD sound quality with no tape
hiss. When a production is recorded onto VHS, the signal is no longer digital and all these
shortcomings become apparent.

Can I also have my photos on a CD-Rom?

Sure. As an option we can put any photos submitted to us on a CD-R disc so you can see them
on your computer, share thru e-mail with your friends and family, or easily print them.

Can I see a sample of a Moving Memories Presentation?

Video streaming methods and downloads don't justice to faithfully present our productions.
But samples optimized for web-viewing are available on many of our product pages.
If you are a local customer we can make arrangements to show you a DVD demo in person if
you like. Call us anytime!

What forms of payment do you accept?

Your personal or business checks, money orders, cash, or Master Card, Visa, Discover, or
American Express via Paypal are all acceptable forms of payment. We recommend the Google
Checkout Service... Use the Buy Now buttons; a simple one-page form is all the customer fills
out, and then completes payment with their Credit Card. We also accept Paypal payments and
will send you a Paypal Invoice... just contact us.

How fast can you make my Moving Memories Presentation?

Depending on workload we can complete your Moving Memories Video usually in a very short
time - typically 3-4 days after we receive your photos and materials. When you book your video
we will supply you with an approximate completion time.

Moving Memories Memorial Videos for families in need of the video for a Visitation or Funeral
receive special consideration and priority.

Help! I need my video in less than 3-4 days!
Depending on workload we will do all we can to help you, but we can't always guarantee
turnaround this rapid.

How can I place an order?
Follow the instructions and complete one of our ORDER FORMS. And mail it to us with your
photos. Or if you have broadband internet you can e-mail your materials to us. See these
guidelines and criteria for downloading digital data to Video Legacy.
Or give us a call at: (812) 406-8590 or (502) 594-7792

Or feel free to email us with any questions:

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