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
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
WINTER CALENDAR COMING SOON!
Filmmaking lessons, Acting Lessons, Homeschool filmmaking classes, Saturday Morning Cartoons, Creator stream, Production stream, filmmaking A-Z classes for adults, intro to celluloid, multi-cam music video, and more!
FALL PROGRAM 2022
Spark graphic by Kayla Pattison
Our fall education program, and the inaugural year for our new film school, are all about the spark! Getting people of all ages excited, involved, and educated, on opportunities in the film, tv, and new media field. All our facilitators are actively working in the industry so you will be getting a real-world education no matter which class you take. From Sept 20 - Dec 21 we are offering training in acting, fun animation, cinematography, composing, directing, drone operating, editing, festival strategy, filmmaking lessons, camps, location sound, music video production, motion graphics & titles, film set etiquette, post-film school planning, screenwriting and storytelling, talks, and videography.
We have a mix of workshops, classes, and talks.
Look through our calendar, get the spark, and start learning this fall!
We have a mix of workshops, classes, and talks.
Look through our calendar, get the spark, and start learning this fall!
FALL INSTRUCTORS
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FILMMAKING LESSONS
EVERY TUESDAY EVENING
Sept 20 - Dec 20
between 3:30pm - 9pm
People take 30min music lessons, so why not take filmmaking lessons?
This unique program is designed for those who would like their lessons one-on-one and in shorter, convenient sessions.
For Youth, Teen, Adult
Lessons are customized for what the student's interests are.
Must book the month at a time to claim your weekly spot
Sept 20, 27 ($48 + hst)
Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 ($96 + hst)
Nov 1, 15, 22, 29 ($96 + hst) - No lessons on Nov 8
Dec 6, 13, 20 ($72 + hst)
Please email us to book a time and learn more.
Payment can be made via eTransfer
EVERY TUESDAY EVENING
Sept 20 - Dec 20
between 3:30pm - 9pm
People take 30min music lessons, so why not take filmmaking lessons?
This unique program is designed for those who would like their lessons one-on-one and in shorter, convenient sessions.
For Youth, Teen, Adult
Lessons are customized for what the student's interests are.
Must book the month at a time to claim your weekly spot
Sept 20, 27 ($48 + hst)
Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 ($96 + hst)
Nov 1, 15, 22, 29 ($96 + hst) - No lessons on Nov 8
Dec 6, 13, 20 ($72 + hst)
Please email us to book a time and learn more.
Payment can be made via eTransfer
INDIE FILMMAKING: FOR TEENS
Suggested for students in grade 10/ 11 / 12 (15 - 18)
Various dates, times, and prices depending on the position.
Every weekend from 10am - 4pm
Nov 26, 27 Dec 3,4,10,11,17,18
This is an opportunity for teens to focus on a position of interest for the duration of the course.
Suggested for students in grade 10/ 11 / 12 (15 - 18)
Various dates, times, and prices depending on the position.
Every weekend from 10am - 4pm
Nov 26, 27 Dec 3,4,10,11,17,18
This is an opportunity for teens to focus on a position of interest for the duration of the course.
We know this will be popular so don't hesitate to sign up!
Ideal for those who took Filmmaking 101 / 102 who now have an understanding of different positions on a set, or for those who have a passion for making movies.
This includes meetings, one-on-one training, groups sessions, and making the film.
We hope to have some special guests in the film industry stop by from time to time.
Limited positions available so if you aren't able to get a task you want, consider another. Every position is very important.
You can apply for more that one spot as long as the days they run don't overlap with the exception of day 10.
(For example, you could sign up as the screenwriter and the director, but not for the director and actor)
The days will be 6 hours long. Bring your own lunches.
Screenwriting (Positions Claimed / needed for 2 days)
Day 1,8 (Nov Sat 26, Dec Sun 18)
$120 + hst
In this class you will learn how to format and write a single 3-5 page script with 4 characters.
You will both work together to write, and re-write, and re-write, the screenplay that will be given to the next team.
Producing (2 positions / needed for 4 days)
Day 2,3,4,8 (Nov Sun 27, Sat Dec 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$240 + hst
You will learn to things get done. As a key creative, you will also have input on all decisions, but also be willing to support the creative vision of the director. You have to be organized, work well with people, and be a team player. You will also be in charge of communicating to the team regarding scheduling and time management. You will also learn how to break down a script.
Directing (Positions Claimed / needed for 4 days) Consider producer, screenwriter or Director Assistant
Day 2,3,4,8 (Nov Sun 27, Sat Dec 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$240
You will learn how to be in charge of the overall vision of the movie, plan the "shots", and make sure you get the performances you are looking for from the cast. You will learn various directing techniques, storyboarding, and breaking down a script.
Cinematographer (Positions Claimed / needed for 4 days)
Day 2,3,4,8 (Sun Nov 27, Dec Sat 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$240 + hst
You will learn how to operate the camera and be responsible for the "look" while also working with various lighting and grip equipment. You will work closely with the director to achieve the vision.
Acting (4 spots available / needed for 3 days) Positions Claimed
Day 3,4,8 (Dec Sat 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$180
You will learn to work from a screenplay to portray the characters. You will practice on your own, and then rehearse with the director to prepare for "the shoot" where you will act in this short film.
Location Sound (2 spots available / needed for 3 days)
Day 3,4,8 (Dec Sat 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$180 + hst
You will learn to use various microphones and sound recording equipment, you will learn to recording all the audio on set from dialogue, wild lines, to room tone.
Assistants & Supervisors (4 spots available / needed for 3 days)
Camera Assistant, Director Assistant, Script Supervisor, Production Assistant.
Day 3,4,8 (Dec Sat 3, Sun 4, Sun18)
$180
Everyone needs an assistant and this is where you will learn how. The director, the cinematographer, the actors, and the producer. In this position you will get a well rounded view of everything that happens and you will be busy! Everything from setting up lights and stands, using the slate and relaying the directors wishes to the cast, moving set pieces and gear, and general help where it is needed. You should be able to work well with a group and you may have to make a coffee run or two! A script supervisor is a position where you keep track of what was captured on all the takes, but also keep an eye out for things like someone picking up a cup in the wrong hand!
Editing (1 spot remaining / needed for 3 days)
Day 5,6,8 (Dec Sat 10, Sun 11, Sun18)
$180 + hst
You will learn how to edit a short film. Working with the screenplay, the director and the producer. You will keep cutting until you "lock the picture" or we run out of time just like in the real world. You will also be involved with the colour correction of the movie and preparing the final export, once the sound and music are done. The director and the producer will oversee the process.
Sound Editing (2 spots available / needed for 3 days)
Day 7,8 (Dec Sun 11, Sat 17, Sun 18)
$180 + hst
Once the movie is edited, it needs to sound amazing and you will learn how sound is edited. Working with the location sound, a sound library, and creating some foley, you will make this movie come alive! You will also deliver your final mix to the Editors. The director and producer may oversee the process.
Composing (Positions Claimed / needed for 3 days)
Day 7,8 (Dec Sun 11, Sat 17, Sun18)
$180 + hst
You will need to have some musical ability and be able to create music for the movie but you will learn how to turn that ability into film scoring. This could include the soundtrack, but also songwriting, depending on the vision of the director. You will learn how to spot, learn various scoring techniques, equipment, and how to deliver the final score to the editor. With two composers working, you will agree on a sound and work from that template.
Test screening + fixes in the mix +
Day 8 (Sun Dec 18)
This is for ALL the cast and crew only to watch the fine cut and make sure everything looks good.
Any changes will need to be made that day. Crunch time! We will also do a unit on the business of filmmaking and job opportunities.
A public screening will be arranged and the cast and crew will participate in a panel discussion and Q&A.
Date TBD
Ideal for those who took Filmmaking 101 / 102 who now have an understanding of different positions on a set, or for those who have a passion for making movies.
This includes meetings, one-on-one training, groups sessions, and making the film.
We hope to have some special guests in the film industry stop by from time to time.
Limited positions available so if you aren't able to get a task you want, consider another. Every position is very important.
You can apply for more that one spot as long as the days they run don't overlap with the exception of day 10.
(For example, you could sign up as the screenwriter and the director, but not for the director and actor)
The days will be 6 hours long. Bring your own lunches.
Screenwriting (Positions Claimed / needed for 2 days)
Day 1,8 (Nov Sat 26, Dec Sun 18)
$120 + hst
In this class you will learn how to format and write a single 3-5 page script with 4 characters.
You will both work together to write, and re-write, and re-write, the screenplay that will be given to the next team.
Producing (2 positions / needed for 4 days)
Day 2,3,4,8 (Nov Sun 27, Sat Dec 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$240 + hst
You will learn to things get done. As a key creative, you will also have input on all decisions, but also be willing to support the creative vision of the director. You have to be organized, work well with people, and be a team player. You will also be in charge of communicating to the team regarding scheduling and time management. You will also learn how to break down a script.
Directing (Positions Claimed / needed for 4 days) Consider producer, screenwriter or Director Assistant
Day 2,3,4,8 (Nov Sun 27, Sat Dec 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$240
You will learn how to be in charge of the overall vision of the movie, plan the "shots", and make sure you get the performances you are looking for from the cast. You will learn various directing techniques, storyboarding, and breaking down a script.
Cinematographer (Positions Claimed / needed for 4 days)
Day 2,3,4,8 (Sun Nov 27, Dec Sat 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$240 + hst
You will learn how to operate the camera and be responsible for the "look" while also working with various lighting and grip equipment. You will work closely with the director to achieve the vision.
Acting (4 spots available / needed for 3 days) Positions Claimed
Day 3,4,8 (Dec Sat 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$180
You will learn to work from a screenplay to portray the characters. You will practice on your own, and then rehearse with the director to prepare for "the shoot" where you will act in this short film.
Location Sound (2 spots available / needed for 3 days)
Day 3,4,8 (Dec Sat 3, Sun 4, Sun 18)
$180 + hst
You will learn to use various microphones and sound recording equipment, you will learn to recording all the audio on set from dialogue, wild lines, to room tone.
Assistants & Supervisors (4 spots available / needed for 3 days)
Camera Assistant, Director Assistant, Script Supervisor, Production Assistant.
Day 3,4,8 (Dec Sat 3, Sun 4, Sun18)
$180
Everyone needs an assistant and this is where you will learn how. The director, the cinematographer, the actors, and the producer. In this position you will get a well rounded view of everything that happens and you will be busy! Everything from setting up lights and stands, using the slate and relaying the directors wishes to the cast, moving set pieces and gear, and general help where it is needed. You should be able to work well with a group and you may have to make a coffee run or two! A script supervisor is a position where you keep track of what was captured on all the takes, but also keep an eye out for things like someone picking up a cup in the wrong hand!
Editing (1 spot remaining / needed for 3 days)
Day 5,6,8 (Dec Sat 10, Sun 11, Sun18)
$180 + hst
You will learn how to edit a short film. Working with the screenplay, the director and the producer. You will keep cutting until you "lock the picture" or we run out of time just like in the real world. You will also be involved with the colour correction of the movie and preparing the final export, once the sound and music are done. The director and the producer will oversee the process.
Sound Editing (2 spots available / needed for 3 days)
Day 7,8 (Dec Sun 11, Sat 17, Sun 18)
$180 + hst
Once the movie is edited, it needs to sound amazing and you will learn how sound is edited. Working with the location sound, a sound library, and creating some foley, you will make this movie come alive! You will also deliver your final mix to the Editors. The director and producer may oversee the process.
Composing (Positions Claimed / needed for 3 days)
Day 7,8 (Dec Sun 11, Sat 17, Sun18)
$180 + hst
You will need to have some musical ability and be able to create music for the movie but you will learn how to turn that ability into film scoring. This could include the soundtrack, but also songwriting, depending on the vision of the director. You will learn how to spot, learn various scoring techniques, equipment, and how to deliver the final score to the editor. With two composers working, you will agree on a sound and work from that template.
Test screening + fixes in the mix +
Day 8 (Sun Dec 18)
This is for ALL the cast and crew only to watch the fine cut and make sure everything looks good.
Any changes will need to be made that day. Crunch time! We will also do a unit on the business of filmmaking and job opportunities.
A public screening will be arranged and the cast and crew will participate in a panel discussion and Q&A.
Date TBD
Kids Can Film: Holiday Camp
Get a jump on 2023 in this Holiday filmmaking camp!
January 2nd - 6th, 9am - 3pm (Mon - Fri)
$299, Limited Spots Available, Ages 8 - 12
It's all hands on deck as the kids write, direct, and star in this holiday movie!
January 2nd - 6th, 9am - 3pm (Mon - Fri)
$299, Limited Spots Available, Ages 8 - 12
It's all hands on deck as the kids write, direct, and star in this holiday movie!
Kids will write, star in, and produce a holiday movie! There will be plenty to do even if your child does not want to be on camera. Plenty of art and design, some stop motion, using the camera and equipment, and creating the story as a group.
We will not focus on a specific holiday, and will make a movie about the spirit of getting together, giving gifts, and hopefully some shenanigans!
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Evening and weekend workshops
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WEEKDAY FILMMAKING LESSONS
These sessions are flexible between 9am - 2pm, Tuesday to Thursday and are suitable for late teens and 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 the student's 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 to Thursday and are suitable for late teens and 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 the student's 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.
HOMESCHOOL FILMMAKING CLASS
Monday mornings from 10am - 11:30am
Suitable for kids ages 8 - 12
Please email us to learn more. Limited spots.
$15 + hst per child, per Monday
$60 + hst per child on the PA day.
(Scroll down if you want to register for the School PA Day Camp)
Classes will be hands on where the kids will also participate in using the video, lighting, and sound equipment.
We will supply all the materials.
If you are leaving your child for the 90 minutes, you must fill out the LONG FORM and read through our rules and regulations on the same page HERE.
SEPT
19 - (SPOTS SOLD OUT FOR SEPT 19th)
Green Screen. We'll be filming in front of a green screen and adding some fun backgrounds
26 (SPOTS SOLD OUT FOR SEPT 26th)
Claymation. We'll all make something out of clay and make it come to life!
OCT
3 - Paper animation! We'll be making flipbooks and zoetropes to make your drawings come to life!
17 - Halloween Holiday Card. We''l make a short video card you can send to family and friends.
24 - This is a school PA day so we are running a 9am-3pm camp for 8-12 year olds. We make a very short, live action film as a group. This camp is open to the public so spots are very limited.
NOV - ALL NOVEMBER DATES SOLD OUT
7 - Storytelling. Together we'll write a short script that we'll use in the next class on Nov 14.
14 - Directing and acting. You film it, you star in it! Using a video camera, we'll do some fun camera tricks while the others star in it!
21 - Sound Effects! Using the movie that was filmed on Nov 14th, we'll record and add sound to the movie. You will also learn about how they do sound effects in the movies!
28 - Soundtrack! Together, we will create a piece of music that sounds like it could be in the movies! We'll record it, too!
DEC
5 - Animated Holiday Card. We'll make a short video card you can send to family and friends.
12 - Old School! We'll look at celluloid (film) and learn how movies used to be made. Old projectors, film strips and an explanation of the process.
19 - What goes into a scene? We'll be watching some fun scenes and looking at camera angles, edits, colour and movement. Bring some popcorn!
19 - (SPOTS SOLD OUT FOR SEPT 19th)
Green Screen. We'll be filming in front of a green screen and adding some fun backgrounds
26 (SPOTS SOLD OUT FOR SEPT 26th)
Claymation. We'll all make something out of clay and make it come to life!
OCT
3 - Paper animation! We'll be making flipbooks and zoetropes to make your drawings come to life!
17 - Halloween Holiday Card. We''l make a short video card you can send to family and friends.
24 - This is a school PA day so we are running a 9am-3pm camp for 8-12 year olds. We make a very short, live action film as a group. This camp is open to the public so spots are very limited.
NOV - ALL NOVEMBER DATES SOLD OUT
7 - Storytelling. Together we'll write a short script that we'll use in the next class on Nov 14.
14 - Directing and acting. You film it, you star in it! Using a video camera, we'll do some fun camera tricks while the others star in it!
21 - Sound Effects! Using the movie that was filmed on Nov 14th, we'll record and add sound to the movie. You will also learn about how they do sound effects in the movies!
28 - Soundtrack! Together, we will create a piece of music that sounds like it could be in the movies! We'll record it, too!
DEC
5 - Animated Holiday Card. We'll make a short video card you can send to family and friends.
12 - Old School! We'll look at celluloid (film) and learn how movies used to be made. Old projectors, film strips and an explanation of the process.
19 - What goes into a scene? We'll be watching some fun scenes and looking at camera angles, edits, colour and movement. Bring some popcorn!
TEN DOLLAR TALKS
7pm - 8pm
$10 each, $85 for all 10 (save $15), or free with a Film Festival Pass ($99 Best Value)
Sept 29 - Vince Genuardi - Production Office Roles
Vincent Genuardi has been part of the film industry in various capacities for several years. His experiences range from attending educational classes (Ryerson, Nabet, DGC) and taking on small personal projects (short films) in pursuit of film endeavours from the creative side of things to working a number of on-set production positions, including producing type roles within the production office (MOW’s, indie features, TV series).Vincent’s mix of experience includes writer, director, director of photography, producer, line producer, editor, production manager, production designer, transport, locations & production coordinator, production assistant, driver, swing grip, boom op, actor, background extra and more.Like several filmmaking enthusiasts, Vincent has worn many hats and he is always happy to share this accumulation of acquired knowledge with those who have interest in pursuing a career in the film industry.
Oct 6 - Vince Genuardi - Set Life
Etiquette & expectations
Oct 13 - Alysha Main - Music Supervision
Alysha Main is a Music Supervisor, Event Manager, DJ, and Podcaster who has been working in the entertainment industry for 20 years. Her career has taken her to Toronto, London, and Melbourne, working in Artist Management, Event Promotion, Sales, and Marketing. She is the creator and host of the Hamilton Film podcast, documenting the local film industry, and the co-founder of The Hamilton Ladies of Film & TV. In 2017 she shifted her focus to Music Supervision, studying at Berklee College of Music, working on film and TV projects in Canada and the USA. In 2022 she joined the team at the historic Westdale theatre as Venue & Events Manager.
Oct 27 - Vince Genuardi - Setting Goals for your filmmaking career
How to put together an effective plan to accomplish your filmmaking goals.
Nov 3 - Jeremy Major - The Art of the Pitch
As part of the Hamilton Film Festival School of Media Arts, we are promoting this talk as part of the festival. This is not a pitch session, but a "how to" and a, "how we". Jeremy Major (The Shooting Eye), and Nathan Fleet (Blue Pick Media) have been pitching extensively over the past 3 years with both successes, and rejections.
Nov 17 - Colin Doncaster - Engineering Moving Pictures
“Having worked at the intersection of technology and visual storytelling for over two decades Colin brings a unique perspective on how engineering impacts the moving picture. From Gollum to Virtual Production (and dare we say, the Metaverse) this talk will be a fire hose of insights and maybe a few buzz words that could be considered the tip of the iceberg of how digital innovations have been and will impact how stories are told.”
Dec 1 - Jeffery Scott Fowler - Editing
Jeff is an editor for many popular shows such as Big Brother Canada and Flip This Hose. He is also a director and content creator.
Dec 8 - Natalie Robinson - Art Director & Designer
Natalie Robinson has been a professional Home Stager and Interior Decorator/ Stylist since 2006.She is the owner of Set The Stage Home Staging and Styling and the Art Director and Costume Designer for KalKaden Productions.She has a background in Early Childhood Education and Social Work helping her relate well to people on set. Natalie has a love for movies of all genres. Natalie’s creativity and the ability to be incredibly resourceful have given her the passion to work in the film industry. Her keen eye for how to make things look beautiful on camera led her to work in the art department role, production designer, costume designer and set supervisor on many projects. Over the past 5 years, she has been taking on the task of set designing and set styling for many short films, feature films, tv shows, commercials and photography sessions. Her genuine personality and strong work ethic have helped her accomplish a lot of great relationships and networking opportunities in the industry. Natalie is always willing to lend a hand where she is needed. Natalie loves to create and see it through to the final vision.. “hard work doesn’t feel like hard work when you are doing something you love”.
Dec 15 - Nathan Fleet - Film Festival Strategy
Nathan Fleet pulls back the curtain on film festival strategy, what to do, what not to do, planning your submissions, and should you even submit?
7pm - 8pm
$10 each, $85 for all 10 (save $15), or free with a Film Festival Pass ($99 Best Value)
Sept 29 - Vince Genuardi - Production Office Roles
Vincent Genuardi has been part of the film industry in various capacities for several years. His experiences range from attending educational classes (Ryerson, Nabet, DGC) and taking on small personal projects (short films) in pursuit of film endeavours from the creative side of things to working a number of on-set production positions, including producing type roles within the production office (MOW’s, indie features, TV series).Vincent’s mix of experience includes writer, director, director of photography, producer, line producer, editor, production manager, production designer, transport, locations & production coordinator, production assistant, driver, swing grip, boom op, actor, background extra and more.Like several filmmaking enthusiasts, Vincent has worn many hats and he is always happy to share this accumulation of acquired knowledge with those who have interest in pursuing a career in the film industry.
Oct 6 - Vince Genuardi - Set Life
Etiquette & expectations
Oct 13 - Alysha Main - Music Supervision
Alysha Main is a Music Supervisor, Event Manager, DJ, and Podcaster who has been working in the entertainment industry for 20 years. Her career has taken her to Toronto, London, and Melbourne, working in Artist Management, Event Promotion, Sales, and Marketing. She is the creator and host of the Hamilton Film podcast, documenting the local film industry, and the co-founder of The Hamilton Ladies of Film & TV. In 2017 she shifted her focus to Music Supervision, studying at Berklee College of Music, working on film and TV projects in Canada and the USA. In 2022 she joined the team at the historic Westdale theatre as Venue & Events Manager.
Oct 27 - Vince Genuardi - Setting Goals for your filmmaking career
How to put together an effective plan to accomplish your filmmaking goals.
Nov 3 - Jeremy Major - The Art of the Pitch
As part of the Hamilton Film Festival School of Media Arts, we are promoting this talk as part of the festival. This is not a pitch session, but a "how to" and a, "how we". Jeremy Major (The Shooting Eye), and Nathan Fleet (Blue Pick Media) have been pitching extensively over the past 3 years with both successes, and rejections.
Nov 17 - Colin Doncaster - Engineering Moving Pictures
“Having worked at the intersection of technology and visual storytelling for over two decades Colin brings a unique perspective on how engineering impacts the moving picture. From Gollum to Virtual Production (and dare we say, the Metaverse) this talk will be a fire hose of insights and maybe a few buzz words that could be considered the tip of the iceberg of how digital innovations have been and will impact how stories are told.”
Dec 1 - Jeffery Scott Fowler - Editing
Jeff is an editor for many popular shows such as Big Brother Canada and Flip This Hose. He is also a director and content creator.
Dec 8 - Natalie Robinson - Art Director & Designer
Natalie Robinson has been a professional Home Stager and Interior Decorator/ Stylist since 2006.She is the owner of Set The Stage Home Staging and Styling and the Art Director and Costume Designer for KalKaden Productions.She has a background in Early Childhood Education and Social Work helping her relate well to people on set. Natalie has a love for movies of all genres. Natalie’s creativity and the ability to be incredibly resourceful have given her the passion to work in the film industry. Her keen eye for how to make things look beautiful on camera led her to work in the art department role, production designer, costume designer and set supervisor on many projects. Over the past 5 years, she has been taking on the task of set designing and set styling for many short films, feature films, tv shows, commercials and photography sessions. Her genuine personality and strong work ethic have helped her accomplish a lot of great relationships and networking opportunities in the industry. Natalie is always willing to lend a hand where she is needed. Natalie loves to create and see it through to the final vision.. “hard work doesn’t feel like hard work when you are doing something you love”.
Dec 15 - Nathan Fleet - Film Festival Strategy
Nathan Fleet pulls back the curtain on film festival strategy, what to do, what not to do, planning your submissions, and should you even submit?
EDITING: AN INTRODUCTION TO FINAL CUT
with Michael Penney
Monday September 26
Wednesday October 26
Wed Dec 7
7:00pm to 8:30pm
$45 + hst
This class repeats 3 times, you do not need to sign up for all 3.
A good film keeps its audience immersed in the story, and it’s up to the editor to assemble the shots in a way that will elevate that experience. Good editing often goes unnoticed, but bad editing can ruin even the best performance and footage. This class serves as a basic introduction to the popular industry software Final Cut, but the creative tips and tools you will learn can be applied to any editing platform. We will discuss optimal workflows for narrative and documentary projects, how to work with different formats and settings, how genre affects editing, and the common expectations for delivery and distribution of the final cut.
with Michael Penney
Monday September 26
Wednesday October 26
Wed Dec 7
7:00pm to 8:30pm
$45 + hst
This class repeats 3 times, you do not need to sign up for all 3.
A good film keeps its audience immersed in the story, and it’s up to the editor to assemble the shots in a way that will elevate that experience. Good editing often goes unnoticed, but bad editing can ruin even the best performance and footage. This class serves as a basic introduction to the popular industry software Final Cut, but the creative tips and tools you will learn can be applied to any editing platform. We will discuss optimal workflows for narrative and documentary projects, how to work with different formats and settings, how genre affects editing, and the common expectations for delivery and distribution of the final cut.
Fly On The Wall
Starting January 12
What if you could witness the entire process of a movie being made, from development to the screen? Seeing a budget get put together, funding applications, seeing a script come to life, listen in on meetings, reading emails and seeing how people correspond, seeing what filmmakers do when they don't get a funding piece, seeing camera tests, auditions, insurance applications, permit applications, wardrobe decisions, art and design, witnessing rehearsals, location scouting, being in the editing rooms, and seeing the movie being sent to festivals, distributors, agents...all of it. People often only see the success of a movie, but what if this movie bombs? Or maybe it succeeds in someway. What if you were a Fly On The Wall?
Starting January 12
What if you could witness the entire process of a movie being made, from development to the screen? Seeing a budget get put together, funding applications, seeing a script come to life, listen in on meetings, reading emails and seeing how people correspond, seeing what filmmakers do when they don't get a funding piece, seeing camera tests, auditions, insurance applications, permit applications, wardrobe decisions, art and design, witnessing rehearsals, location scouting, being in the editing rooms, and seeing the movie being sent to festivals, distributors, agents...all of it. People often only see the success of a movie, but what if this movie bombs? Or maybe it succeeds in someway. What if you were a Fly On The Wall?
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SEPTEMBER
Monday 19 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Tuesday 20 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30 - 9pm, $24 per 30min Like music lessons, but for filmmakers! Wednesday 21 Creative Cinematography, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45, with Michael Penney This same class also runs Thur Oct 20 & Mon Nov 14 Thursday 22 ART CENTRE GRAND OPENING Friday 23 Reading for Film & TV Auditions, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45 or $425 for the 5-part series, Jessica Clement Each part has a different price. Saturday 24 Saturday Morning Cartoons: Flipbook, Flipstick & Zoetropes 10am - 11:30am Sunday 25 Introduction to Location Sound, $45, Jordan Cutler 1pm - 2:30pm Monday 26 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Intro to Final Cut, $45, with Micheal Penney 7pm - 8:30pm Tuesday 27 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Thursday 29 Ten Dollar Talks 7pm - 8pm $10 Friday 30 Set Ready Go, 6pm - 7:30pm, $65 or $425 for the 5-part series, with Jessica Clement |
OCTOBER
Saturday 1 Saturday Morning Cartoons: Puppeteering for film & TV, 10am - 11:30am, with Benton Lowe Monday 3 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Tuesday 4 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30 - 9pm, $24 per 30min Wednesday Oct 5 Introduction to Drones, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45 Thursday 6 Ten Dollar Talks, 7pm - 8pm, $10 Tuesday 11 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Thursday 13 Ten Dollar Talks7pm - 8pm$10 Saturday 15 Saturday Morning Cartoons: Pixelation, 10am - 11:30am, with Annette Gerard Getting an Acting Agent, 3pm - 4:30pm, $45 or $425 for the 5-part series, with Jessica Clement Monday 17 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Tuesday 18 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Thursday 20 Creative Cinematography, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45, with Michael Penney This same class also runs Wed Sept 21 & Mon Nov 14 Saturday 22 Saturday Morning Cartoons: Claymation, 10am - 11:30am Self Taping and Demo Footage, 1pm - 5pm, $240 or $425 for the 5-part series, with Jessica Clement Monday 24 School PA Day Film Camp, 9am - 3pm, $60, Nathan Fleet Tuesday 25 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Wednesday 26 Intro to Final Cut, 7 - 8:30pm, $45, with Michael Penney Thursday 27 Ten Dollar Talks, 7pm - 8pm, $10 Saturday 29 Saturday Morning Cartoons: Digital Character Animation, 10am - 11:30, with Patricio Munoz Well Being and Mindfulness for Actors, 3pm - 4:30pm, $65 or $425 for the 5-part series, with Jessica Clement Sunday 30 Introduction to Location Sound, $45, Jordan Cutler 1pm - 2:30pm |
NOVEMBER
Tuesday 1 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Wednesday 2 Introduction to Adobe After Effects, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45 Thursday 3 Ten Dollar Talks, 7pm - 8pm, $10 Saturday 5 to Sunday 13 17th Annual Hamilton Film Festival Look for daily events in the classroom Monday 14 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Creative Cinematography, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45, with Michael Penney This same class also runs Wed Sept 21 Thur & Oct 20 Tuesday 15 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Wednesday 16 Storytelling, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45, with Terrance Odette Thursday 17 Ten Dollar Talks: Engineering Moving Pictures, 7pm - 8pm, $10, with Colin Doncaster Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 (2-part workshop) Behind The Camera, 10am - 3pm $199, with Michael Penney Monday 21 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Tuesday 22 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Wednesday 23 Directing, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45, with Terrance Odette Thursday 24 Note: Final Cut moved to Dec 7 Friday 25 PA DAY CAMP, 9am - 3pm, $60, with Nathan Fleet Saturday 26 Indie Filmmaking: For Teens (part of a series) Sunday 27 Indie Filmmaking: For Teens (part of a series) Monday 28 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Tuesday 29 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Wednesday 30 Editing, 7pm - 8:30pm, $45, with Terrance Odette |
DECEMBER
Thursday 1 Ten Dollar Talks, 7pm-8pm, $10 Saturday 3 Indie Filmmaking: For Teens (part of a series) Sunday 4 Indie Filmmaking: For Teens (part of a series) Monday 5 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Tuesday 6 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Wednesday 7 Intro to Final Cut, 7pm - 8:30, $45, with Michael Penney Thursday 8 Ten Dollar Talks, 7pm - 8pm, $10 Saturday 10 Indie Filmmaking: For Teens (part of a series) Sunday 11 Indie Filmmaking: For Teens (part of a series) Monday 12 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Tuesday 13 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min Thursday 15 Ten Dollar Talks, 7pm - 8pm, $10 Saturday 17 Indie Filmmaking: For Teens (part of a series) Sunday 18 Indie Filmmaking: For Teens (part of a series) Monday 19 Homeschool filmmaking classes, 10am - 11:30am $15 Tuesday 20 Filmmaking Lessons, 3:30pm - 9pm, $24 per 30min January 2nd to 6th KIDS CAN FILM HOLIDAY CAMP, 9am - 3pm, $299 March 13th - 17th MARCH BREAK CAMP 9am - 3pm, $299 |
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 "the film room"
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. |
This is a photo of me in 1998 editing my 16mm short film, The Green Grass System, on a flatbed at L.I.F.T. in Toronto, Ontario. Technology has come along way, but the thought process is the same. In this photo I would be working from a Work Print. The rushes would be in sync and since I only have one monitor in use, and that there is only one print on the flatbed, I assume that I have finished the edit and am watching it back. Likely my friend Derek or Alex are in here watching the cut, and they snapped this photo, on film.
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