Howard’s interest in technology expanded when personal computers first became available. He quickly became the go-to person in the office for navigating programs and software. As video technology transitioned to the PC, Howard eagerly embraced the latest video and photo editing tools, staying ahead of the curve.
The real inspiration came with his parents’ 50th anniversary. “We were planning a party with family and friends and wanted to do something special. Originally, I was only going to put out some old albums and maybe a poster board of photos. Then I saw the huge collection of old slides and videotapes we had. Most of this hadn’t been seen in ages with many of the family members no longer with us. Wow, wouldn’t it be special if I could incorporate the best of each media and present a life story.”
Howard began collecting the material and using specialized equipment for transfers. With expertise in 35mm and 110 slide transfer services, he was able to convert old media into digital formats. Video editing software allowed him to add effects such as the Ken Burns effect of panning and zooming images, along with music, voice-overs, rolling scripts, and even scanned elements like the original wedding invitation—bringing the family’s story to life in a way that had never been done before.
