All classes take place at the
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, Room 213
357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster On.
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, Room 213
357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster On.
IN THE NEWS
Hamilton Spectator - Hamilton gets its own film school, aligned with festival.
Beyond James - And, Action! Local Film School Debuts This Fall
Bay Observer - A Hamilton Film School Opens in the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre
Ancaster News - Curtain rises for the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre
Beyond James - I Took An Acting Class and Ended Up in The Hamilton Film Festival
CBC Hamilton - Hamilton puppeteer teaches kids the power of imagination
Beyond James - And, Action! Local Film School Debuts This Fall
Bay Observer - A Hamilton Film School Opens in the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre
Ancaster News - Curtain rises for the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre
Beyond James - I Took An Acting Class and Ended Up in The Hamilton Film Festival
CBC Hamilton - Hamilton puppeteer teaches kids the power of imagination
SPRING 2023
REGULAR PROGRAMMING
Register today for Summer Camps
Kids 8-12 (suggested age)
Teens 13-17
Teens 13-17
The kids will learn as they make a short film that will premiere at the Hamilton Film Festival in October! This is our most popular offering and most weeks sell out. Kids Can Film, Kids Can Film: Two, and for teens we have Filmmaking 101, and Filmmaking 102.
Camps are Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm, unless noted*. Before and After options available
Kids Can Film, July 3th - 7th (Sold Out), July 10th - 14th (Sold Out), *Aug 8th - 11th(4 days) , Aug - 14th - 18th
Kids Can Film, Two, July 24th - 28th(Sold Out), July 31st - Aug 4th, Aug 21st - 25th
Filmmaking 101, July 17 - 21, 9am - 3pm (Sold Out)
Filmmaking 102, AUG 28 - Sept 1, 9am - 3pm
Kids Can Film, July 3th - 7th (Sold Out), July 10th - 14th (Sold Out), *Aug 8th - 11th(4 days) , Aug - 14th - 18th
Kids Can Film, Two, July 24th - 28th(Sold Out), July 31st - Aug 4th, Aug 21st - 25th
Filmmaking 101, July 17 - 21, 9am - 3pm (Sold Out)
Filmmaking 102, AUG 28 - Sept 1, 9am - 3pm
Homeschool Filmmaking - Spring, Monday Mornings
Kids 8-12 (suggested age)
Ideal for kids that are homeschooled, each week we work on a different aspect of filmmaking!
This season we will continue working on an experimental film, we will explore some camera filters and effects, directing, editing, sound, green screen, and so much more!
This season we will continue working on an experimental film, we will explore some camera filters and effects, directing, editing, sound, green screen, and so much more!
Dates and times: Mondays from 10am - 11:30am on April 3, 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15, 29, | June 5, 12, 19, 26
No class May 22nd
No class May 22nd
Monday Night Acting Lessons
Ideal for those new to acting, including those who have taken the beginners class.
Kids & Teens
6 - 7pm kids 8 - 12
7:30 - 8:30pm teens 13 - 17
Mondays from 10am - 11:30am on April 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15, 29, | June 5, 12, 19, 26
No class May 22nd
$149 + hst
6 - 7pm kids 8 - 12
7:30 - 8:30pm teens 13 - 17
Mondays from 10am - 11:30am on April 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15, 29, | June 5, 12, 19, 26
No class May 22nd
$149 + hst
Tuesday Night Filmmaking Lessons
Kids, Teens, Adults
30 minute private lessons from 3:30pm - 9pm
2nd Room added so there are more times available.
30 minute private lessons from 3:30pm - 9pm
2nd Room added so there are more times available.
Dates: Tuesdays on April 4, 11, 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 30, | June 6, 13, 20
No lessons May 23rd
No lessons May 23rd
Like a private 30minute music lesson, this filmmaking lessons are tailored to the interest of the student. All ages welcome. You sign up for a month at a time to claim a spot.
Email here first to select a 30 minute spot
Email here first to select a 30 minute spot
Thursday Night Scene Study
SCENE STUDY
Finally! An on going acting class! This is an Intermediate to advanced acting class for all ages. In this industry we have children and adult co-workers who are treated equally... let's get used to that in the class room!
This is a class to keep your acting muscles warm and keep your chops UP! Every week will have a slightly different focus so taking it for the full course will be the most beneficial but you are also welcome to drop in and join us as needed! If you do, please bring a scene you’d like to work on just incase the rest of the class has already been assigned scenes! Let’s get acting!!
Finally! An on going acting class! This is an Intermediate to advanced acting class for all ages. In this industry we have children and adult co-workers who are treated equally... let's get used to that in the class room!
This is a class to keep your acting muscles warm and keep your chops UP! Every week will have a slightly different focus so taking it for the full course will be the most beneficial but you are also welcome to drop in and join us as needed! If you do, please bring a scene you’d like to work on just incase the rest of the class has already been assigned scenes! Let’s get acting!!
Thursday Evenings from 7pm - 8:30pm (13 Classes)
April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
$25 for an individual class, $300 for all 13 (save $25) all prices + hst
Please indicate the date during in the appropriate field during PayPal checkout, if you purchase a single class.
April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
$25 for an individual class, $300 for all 13 (save $25) all prices + hst
Please indicate the date during in the appropriate field during PayPal checkout, if you purchase a single class.
SPRING 2023 - SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
Saturday Morning Cartoons
Kids 8-12 (suggested age)
10am - 11:30am
April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13
10am - 11:30am
April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13
Over 5 Saturdays, we explore different styles of basic animation including hand drawn (April 15), stop motion (April 22), claymation (April 29),
pixilation (May 6). puppeteering (May 13). No experience necessary. This is a repeat of the techniques from the Fall 2022. Ideal for students who have not gone through this program before.
pixilation (May 6). puppeteering (May 13). No experience necessary. This is a repeat of the techniques from the Fall 2022. Ideal for students who have not gone through this program before.
PA DAY FILM CAMP
Fri June 2nd
9am - 3pm
Before care from 7:30am. After care until 5pm.
9am - 3pm
Before care from 7:30am. After care until 5pm.
$60 + HST (or $100 if you register for both)
Before Care $10, After Care $15, Both $20
Before Care $10, After Care $15, Both $20
These bite-sized film camps are great for those kids who are new to filmmaking, or those with experience who enjoy making movies!
Recommended for ages 8 - 12
Recommended for ages 8 - 12
HamOnt Acting Studio Programming
ACTING GENRES
Choose from 7 classes, or take them all! We dive into the genres you will audition for and how to be smart about acting them differently. Choose from: Comedy, Horror, Med/Crime Drama, Hallmark, YA/CW, and Indie Films.
Choose from 7 classes, or take them all! We dive into the genres you will audition for and how to be smart about acting them differently. Choose from: Comedy, Horror, Med/Crime Drama, Hallmark, YA/CW, and Indie Films.
$180 for all 3 + hst
$60 + hst each
$60 + hst each
Classes run from 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Saturday March 25th - Comedy
Sunday March 26th - Drama
Saturday May 6th - YA / CW
Crime / Medical NEW DATE, Sat May 27th
Hallmark - NEW DATE, Sun May 28th
Horror - NEW DATE, Sat June 10th
Saturday March 25th - Comedy
Sunday March 26th - Drama
Saturday May 6th - YA / CW
Crime / Medical NEW DATE, Sat May 27th
Hallmark - NEW DATE, Sun May 28th
Horror - NEW DATE, Sat June 10th
Indie Filmmaking: Cast and Crew
Ideal for ages 17+
Sign up for your desired role, each role has limited spots indicated here.
Director (Sold Out), actor (2 remaining spots), screenwriter (1 spot), cinematographer / camera (1 spot remaining), editor (1 remaining spot), composer (2 spots), producer (2 spots), location sound (1 spot), sound editor (1 spots), or assistant (3 spots).
A great way to specialize in a role of your choice. This project-based learning opportunity will give the students a chance to learn the craft as they make a short film. The group decides by democratic vote, how the movie will be released.
If you aren't sure of the position, or want to see how the set runs, please do consider assistant as you will do a variety of tasks.
This class is ideal for those deciding if they want to go to college / university for film, and for those with a true passion for entering the industry.
Deadline to sign up for for Screenwriting and Acting is Fri May 26th
Deadline for Production roles is Saturday May 27th
Deadline for Post Production role is Friday June 9th for Editing, Friday June 16th for sound and music.
Director (Sold Out), actor (2 remaining spots), screenwriter (1 spot), cinematographer / camera (1 spot remaining), editor (1 remaining spot), composer (2 spots), producer (2 spots), location sound (1 spot), sound editor (1 spots), or assistant (3 spots).
A great way to specialize in a role of your choice. This project-based learning opportunity will give the students a chance to learn the craft as they make a short film. The group decides by democratic vote, how the movie will be released.
If you aren't sure of the position, or want to see how the set runs, please do consider assistant as you will do a variety of tasks.
This class is ideal for those deciding if they want to go to college / university for film, and for those with a true passion for entering the industry.
Deadline to sign up for for Screenwriting and Acting is Fri May 26th
Deadline for Production roles is Saturday May 27th
Deadline for Post Production role is Friday June 9th for Editing, Friday June 16th for sound and music.
Saturdays and Sundays from 8am - 2pm, May 27/28, June 3/4, 10/11, 17/18
Sat May 27 - Screenwriting
Sun May 28 - Pre-Production (Director, Cinematographer, Producer)
Sat June 3 - Production (Director, Cinematographer, Producer, Actor, Assistants, Location Sound)
Sun June 4 - Production (Director, Cinematographer, Producer, Actor, Assistants, Location Sound)
Sat June 10 - Post Production (Editor)
Sun June 11 - Post Production (Editor)
Sat June 17 - Post Production (Sound and Music)
Sun June 18 - Final Post-Production / Distribution and Marketing (Everyone attends this)
Sat May 27 - Screenwriting
Sun May 28 - Pre-Production (Director, Cinematographer, Producer)
Sat June 3 - Production (Director, Cinematographer, Producer, Actor, Assistants, Location Sound)
Sun June 4 - Production (Director, Cinematographer, Producer, Actor, Assistants, Location Sound)
Sat June 10 - Post Production (Editor)
Sun June 11 - Post Production (Editor)
Sat June 17 - Post Production (Sound and Music)
Sun June 18 - Final Post-Production / Distribution and Marketing (Everyone attends this)
Weekday One-On-One
WEEKDAY FILMMAKING LESSONS
These sessions are flexible between 9am - 2pm, Tuesday or Wednesday and are suitable for young adults & adults.
One-On-One sessions are 60min and the cost is $48 + hst. Book as many, or as little as needed and they don't have to fall on the same day or time. Lessons customized for what your interest are. Please email us to book a time and learn more. Once you have a date and time, you can return here to pay.
These sessions are flexible between 9am - 2pm, Tuesday or Wednesday and are suitable for young adults & adults.
One-On-One sessions are 60min and the cost is $48 + hst. Book as many, or as little as needed and they don't have to fall on the same day or time. Lessons customized for what your interest are. Please email us to book a time and learn more. Once you have a date and time, you can return here to pay.
Fly On The Wall: The Making of an Indie Feature
$99 + hst
Ongoing | Enter anytime
Sign up anytime and get access to all previous materials starting January 12th.
Once registered, you will receive your private access. Any in-person experiences will be recorded and posted online so no matter where you live, you can experience everything.
Experience the entire process of a movie being made, from development to the screen. EAST END, will be a dramatic feature film, (hopefully) made in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. It is in the very early stages of development and we want you to be able to experience the process via documents, images, videos, live video feeds, and in-person experiences. How long this will take is unknown, but it will be a real-world experience of an independent Canadian feature-film attempting to get financed, produced and released. Successes or failures, you will experience the whole process as a fly on the wall.
The 5 stages you will likely access and experience are:
Every movie has a different plan or strategy and each creative project is like starting from scratch. We don't always have all the answers but we look for solutions and possibilities in order to complete the work. The hope is that this Fly On The Wall project helps other filmmakers on their journey through this insight, strategy, and inspiration.
The 5 stages you will likely access and experience are:
- Development: Budgeting, script writing, funding and applications, team building, casting, email correspondence, successful or rejected funding, film festival and release strategies.
- Pre-Production: Locations, casting, rehearsals, script breakdowns, permit applications, insurance, legal
- Production: On-set experiences, access to dailies, access to call sheets and correspondence, behind the scenes video and audio
- Post Production: Editing room experiences, seeing the score come to life, sound editing and mixing experiences, marketing and promotional materials.
- Exhibition / Distribution: Release strategies implemented, tickets to festival screenings (hopefully), sales (hopefully)
Every movie has a different plan or strategy and each creative project is like starting from scratch. We don't always have all the answers but we look for solutions and possibilities in order to complete the work. The hope is that this Fly On The Wall project helps other filmmakers on their journey through this insight, strategy, and inspiration.
A lens and app test in one of the Fly On The Wall sessions.
SAFETY & REFUNDS
All our camps and classes will follow the current guidelines as set out by the province of Ontario. You can read the guidelines https://covid-19.ontario.ca/public-health-measures
Full refunds will be issued if the camps have to close, or reduce capacity, as a result of public health measures.
For non-public health related cancellations, you will be refunded less a processing fee.
CONTACT
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, On, L9G 2C1
Room #213
Questions or Contact: info@hamiltonfilmfestival.com
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About the owner.
Nathan Fleet has been working in the field of entertainment for over 25 years. A natural educator, a musician by trade, and a filmmaker by default, Nathan has written, produced, directed, edited, composed and acted for several film, television, music video, and corporate productions. He is currently working on the 17th Annual Hamilton Film Festival, a TV series called WILD CHILD, as well as producing many other projects. Nathan teaches music and filmmaking, runs the Hamilton Film Festival, founded (and is the chair of) Lights Camera Hamilton, and he runs the music and film company Blue Pick Media. |
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