Hollywood Center Studios (HCS), the iconic studio in the heart of Hollywood, has forged a new alliance with shooting and visual effects company Engine Room (ER), headquartered on the HCS Lot.

Shure Incorporated says that its BLX Wireless Systems are now shipping. Offering world-class design and rugged construction, the easy-to-use BLX Wireless Systems couple high-quality sound with simple setup and an intuitive interface.

Vision Research, a leading manufacturer of digital high‑speed imaging systems, is expanding its line of Phantom® Miro cameras to include a ruggedized body style.

Beginning June 3, 2013, Oscar nominee and DP of the Saturday Night Live Film Unit, Alex Buono, will embark on a 31-city tour to deliver an intense educational overview of the artistic elements and core principles of cinematography.

Designed for both DSLR and Cine-style camera users, this workshop will teach you advanced techniques for lighting, lens selection, blocking, camera movement, audio, workflow, camera settings, visual structure, and more.

"The Art of Visual Storytelling Tour" begins in Minneapolis on Monday, June 3 and ends on Sunday, Aug. 4 in Seattle. Visit www.visualstorytellingtour.com for dates and more information.