Space News
space history and artifacts articles

Messages
space history discussion forums

Sightings
worldwide astronaut appearances

Resources
selected space history documents

  collectSPACE: Messages
  Publications & Multimedia
  "Alan Bean, Artist ~ Astronaut" DVD

Post New Topic  Post A Reply
profile | register | preferences | faq | search

next newest topic | next oldest topic
Author Topic:   "Alan Bean, Artist ~ Astronaut" DVD
Robert Pearlman
Editor

Posts: 42981
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999

posted 05-15-2007 12:21 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Robert Pearlman   Click Here to Email Robert Pearlman     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Jeff Roth, director of the award-winning feature documentary The Wonder of it All, has announced the upcoming release of Alan Bean, Artist ~ Astronaut.

This short-format DVD features an original, 32-minute documentary about Bean's Apollo-inspired art using footage shot inside his workshop. The DVD also includes a gallery of the artifacts that the Apollo 12 moonwalker uses to add texture and character to his paintings.

astroborg
Member

Posts: 200
From: Woodbridge, VA, USA
Registered: Nov 2000

posted 05-17-2007 01:31 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for astroborg   Click Here to Email astroborg     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
The Bean DVD looks like a great item.

garymilgrom
Member

Posts: 1966
From: Atlanta, GA
Registered: Feb 2007

posted 06-18-2007 01:26 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for garymilgrom   Click Here to Email garymilgrom     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I received mine and watched it yesterday. FANTASTIC! Thank you for producing this item which takes us inside the mind of Alan Bean as he considers his career path, changes careers and then produces his art. This really is an excellent DVD with commentary and visuals not available elsewhere.

I've ordered two more copies as gifts for space friends - don't miss this it is really well done.

Philip
Member

Posts: 5952
From: Brussels, Belgium
Registered: Jan 2001

posted 06-19-2007 05:53 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Philip   Click Here to Email Philip     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
How long is it and are there any 'special features'? Does it focus on Bean's career or more on his work in his artist' atelier?

garymilgrom
Member

Posts: 1966
From: Atlanta, GA
Registered: Feb 2007

posted 06-19-2007 11:30 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for garymilgrom   Click Here to Email garymilgrom     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I believe the feature is 32 minutes and I think there is some extra footage but I'm not sure, will check at home tonight and reply more.

The main feature starts with Bean needing to make a career decision after Skylab - stay with NASA and move into Shuttle, or leave the agency for another field. His thoughts over this are appropriate to many people who consider career changes mid-life. After making the decision to become an artist, the body of the feature deals with his art and how he attempts to communicate his space career through his artistic career.

nasamad
Member

Posts: 2121
From: Essex, UK
Registered: Jul 2001

posted 06-20-2007 03:24 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for nasamad   Click Here to Email nasamad     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I recieved my copy today and have watched it already. It's a great doc that gives a real onsight into Bean's painting and his philosophy behind it. The extra feature is a productions stills slideshow set to music.

CPCM
Member

Posts: 46
From: Spring, Texas, USA
Registered: Dec 2007

posted 01-11-2008 11:35 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for CPCM     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I bought this DVD and greatly enjoyed watching the insight of how Alan Bean makes his artwork. Since I am not a reviewer, I found this review on Amazon that I thought was appropriate.

Robert Pearlman
Editor

Posts: 42981
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999

posted 06-10-2009 10:57 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Robert Pearlman   Click Here to Email Robert Pearlman     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Jeff Roth's Alan Bean, Artist/Astronaut will be featured as part of the National Air and Space Museum's new exhibition, "Painting Apollo" celebrating Bean's portfolio of Apollo inspired paintings.

To celebrate, the DVD has been repackaged, as pictured below. Roth will be at the museum on July 18 and July 19 to sign copies.

xlsteve
Member

Posts: 391
From: Holbrook MA, USA
Registered: Jul 2008

posted 06-10-2009 03:58 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for xlsteve   Click Here to Email xlsteve     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I really like the new packaging. I will be sure to stop by while I am in D.C. and pick up a copy and say hi to Mr Roth.

Philip
Member

Posts: 5952
From: Brussels, Belgium
Registered: Jan 2001

posted 06-11-2009 01:51 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Philip   Click Here to Email Philip     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Same old DVD question: Region 1 of Region 0 (worldwide)?

1202 Alarm
Member

Posts: 436
From: Switzerland & France
Registered: Nov 2003

posted 06-11-2009 03:26 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for 1202 Alarm   Click Here to Email 1202 Alarm     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
If you click on the link to the Amazon.com page on the msg above yours, you'll find:
  • Format: Widescreen, NTSC
  • Region: All Regions

CPCM
Member

Posts: 46
From: Spring, Texas, USA
Registered: Dec 2007

posted 06-11-2009 10:57 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for CPCM     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I orderd mine through thewonderofitallfilm.com and was able to have the Director sign it at no extra charge.

CPCM
Member

Posts: 46
From: Spring, Texas, USA
Registered: Dec 2007

posted 11-15-2009 11:19 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for CPCM     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Does the first cover version mean that it is worth more? First edition books have more value so does this mean the same for DVD's?

CPCM
Member

Posts: 46
From: Spring, Texas, USA
Registered: Dec 2007

posted 05-20-2010 11:34 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for CPCM     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Has anyone seen any of these DVDs signed by Mr. Bean?

All times are CT (US)

next newest topic | next oldest topic

Administrative Options: Close Topic | Archive/Move | Delete Topic
Post New Topic  Post A Reply
Hop to:

Contact Us | The Source for Space History & Artifacts

Copyright 2020 collectSPACE.com All rights reserved.


Ultimate Bulletin Board 5.47a





advertisement