Give the gift of filmmaking!
We have so many classes and camps, for all ages, that run year-round, and now you can gift these to that budding star, the emerging filmmaker, or to someone who wants to try something new!
Click BUY NOW and enter the amount you wish to gift. We will mail out a gift card to you so if you are doing this for Christmas, make sure you order between Dec 14 - 19. We can also send a virtual gift card if requested.
All classes take place at the
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, Room 213
357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster On.
On Wednesday's this summer, the parking lot entrance on Wilson will be blocked off for the Farmer's Market. Please use the Queen St entrance.
IN THE NEWS
Hamilton Spectator - Hamilton gets its own film school, aligned with festival.
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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
Monday Morning Homeschool Filmmaking Class
$15 + hst per class
165 + hst for all 12 (save 15)
It's back! Monday mornings from 10am - 11:30am we'll take the classes through different techniques of filmmaking. Some classes will be one-offs, and others we will focus on a larger project. This hands-on class will give the student an opportunity to use filmmaking equipment, and discover filmmaking techniques. This can also include scene study (watching a scene and analyzing it). Ideal for kids 8-12.
You can always sign up at any point and contribute. You don't have to do the entire 12 classes to participate
Take one, some, or all 12!
Sept 18, 25, Oct 2, 16, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec 4, 11, 18
Sept / Oct
Stop Motion:
Screenwriting, set building, character creation, prop making with different material (plasticine / paper) , camera, lighting, sound fx creation and music.
Nov / Dec
Short film live action:
Screenwriting, auditioning practice, rehearsing, camera, lighting, live sound recording, editing.
No lessons on Oct 9th for Thanksgiving, or Oct 23 during the Hamilton Film Festival,
165 + hst for all 12 (save 15)
It's back! Monday mornings from 10am - 11:30am we'll take the classes through different techniques of filmmaking. Some classes will be one-offs, and others we will focus on a larger project. This hands-on class will give the student an opportunity to use filmmaking equipment, and discover filmmaking techniques. This can also include scene study (watching a scene and analyzing it). Ideal for kids 8-12.
You can always sign up at any point and contribute. You don't have to do the entire 12 classes to participate
Take one, some, or all 12!
Sept 18, 25, Oct 2, 16, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec 4, 11, 18
Sept / Oct
Stop Motion:
Screenwriting, set building, character creation, prop making with different material (plasticine / paper) , camera, lighting, sound fx creation and music.
Nov / Dec
Short film live action:
Screenwriting, auditioning practice, rehearsing, camera, lighting, live sound recording, editing.
No lessons on Oct 9th for Thanksgiving, or Oct 23 during the Hamilton Film Festival,
Tuesday Night Filmmaking Lessons
$24 + HST per lesson
Weekly, 30 minute, filmmaking lessons for all ages! In this time, we will work with the student to focus on their interest in filmmaking. It could be directing, screenwriting, cinematography, editing, sound, stop motion, or filmmaking in general. You must book a month at a time. You always get first choice to maintain your monthly timeslot. Please contact us here to request a spot between 3:30 and the last lesson starts at 8:30pm but later lessons can be arrange for adult students. There are two rooms running this session offering more times for students. The instructors will be Nathan Fleet, and Michael Penney. These classes fill up quickly.
If you sign up in the middle of the month / class, select "individual class" from the payment menu.
Times available: (please email to confirm that the time is still available)
Nathan
4:30pm, 6:30pm, 8pm
Michael
Available from 6pm - 9pm
Weekly, 30 minute, filmmaking lessons for all ages! In this time, we will work with the student to focus on their interest in filmmaking. It could be directing, screenwriting, cinematography, editing, sound, stop motion, or filmmaking in general. You must book a month at a time. You always get first choice to maintain your monthly timeslot. Please contact us here to request a spot between 3:30 and the last lesson starts at 8:30pm but later lessons can be arrange for adult students. There are two rooms running this session offering more times for students. The instructors will be Nathan Fleet, and Michael Penney. These classes fill up quickly.
If you sign up in the middle of the month / class, select "individual class" from the payment menu.
Times available: (please email to confirm that the time is still available)
Nathan
4:30pm, 6:30pm, 8pm
Michael
Available from 6pm - 9pm
HamOnt Acting Studio
Wednesday Night Acting for Film & TV - 10 Part Class
A fun way to learn some acting skills specifically for the screen, taught by working actors!
You will learn many of the techniques and skills required for on-screen acting including on camera techniques, reading and memorizing scripts, working with other actors in a scene, various styles and genres, exercises, and information you will need if you would like to pursue acting as either a hobby, a skill, or a profession!
You will learn many of the techniques and skills required for on-screen acting including on camera techniques, reading and memorizing scripts, working with other actors in a scene, various styles and genres, exercises, and information you will need if you would like to pursue acting as either a hobby, a skill, or a profession!
10 Classes
149 + hst
6pm - Kids ages 8-12
7:30 - 8:30pm Teens and adults
Sept 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Next session 10 class session begins Jan 17th (scroll down to Winter to register)
149 + hst
6pm - Kids ages 8-12
7:30 - 8:30pm Teens and adults
Sept 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Next session 10 class session begins Jan 17th (scroll down to Winter to register)
JUST ADDED
Thursday Nights
Orphaned Actors Club
Thursday's from 6pm - 7pm
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St E, Ancaster
Room 213
$20 + hst
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St E, Ancaster
Room 213
$20 + hst
Orphaned Actors Club is for any actor who is unrepresented and looking for an agent to take them under their wing.
The strike is over! It’s time to dive in and find that agent! But it can be a scary step. Many actors feel alone and overwhelmed in the process of submitting to agencies. This can cause them to push it off or second guess their actions. This program exists as support for all of those actors until they land that agent! We will hold each other accountable, offer guidance and advice, and press that “submit” button all together!
The strike is over! It’s time to dive in and find that agent! But it can be a scary step. Many actors feel alone and overwhelmed in the process of submitting to agencies. This can cause them to push it off or second guess their actions. This program exists as support for all of those actors until they land that agent! We will hold each other accountable, offer guidance and advice, and press that “submit” button all together!
Thursday Night Actor's Gym
Thursdays from 7pm - 8:30pm
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St E, Ancaster
Room 213
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St E, Ancaster
Room 213
Thursday Evening Actor's Gym
Come flex your acting muscles! This is an ongoing drop-in class. Whether you are looking to keep your skills sharp, or need some specific guidance on an upcoming role or audition, this is the class for you!
$25 + hst
Come flex your acting muscles! This is an ongoing drop-in class. Whether you are looking to keep your skills sharp, or need some specific guidance on an upcoming role or audition, this is the class for you!
$25 + hst
No lessons Oct 26th during the 18th Annual Hamilton Film Festival
HamOnt Acting Studio owner Jessica Clement has been working professionally as an actor for TV and Film for 15 years.
Her work has received many shining reviews and awards, specifically for her performance leading the feature film “Night Blooms”, and as a series regular in the CBC/WGNA series “Pure”. She has acted alongside wonderful talents such as: Nicolas Cage, Richard Gere, Peter Outerbridge, Sarah Levy, Jason Priestley, Jason Isaacs, and Robert Pattinson. Jessica has a burning passion for her craft and works on it constantly both on and off set. Jessica is currently filming a spin off series of Amazon Prime’s “The Boys” as well as two feature films and dedicates all of her time off set to her acting students.
Special Programming and Workshops
HamOnt Acting Studio
Our fall line-up of popular acting workshops with something for everyone!
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St E, Ancaster
Room 213
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St E, Ancaster
Room 213
Wed Nov 1st
Crying On Cue
8:30pm
$60 + hst
Crying On Cue
8:30pm
$60 + hst
Back by popular demand! It’s one of the scariest things for actors to face! Jess will give you tips and tricks to make it happen with no-fail, as well as walk your through an in-depth meditation to deepen the connection with your character.
Sat Nov 25
Agency 101
2pm - 3:30pm
$60 + hst
Run by Jess, you will go through every bit of information you need in order to find trustworthy agent that suit you. You will learn what steps you need to take in order to be sure you catch the eyes of TAMAC agencies.
Sat Dec 2
Confidence and Jitters
2pm - 3:30pm
$60 + hst
Run by Jess. A class for all ages. Audition jitters happen to nearly everyone in the industry! Sometimes a little confidence is all
you need to ace that audition!
Sat Dec 9
Smart Acting
2pm - 3:30pm
$60 + hst
There are good actors and then there are smart actors. Good actors will book a really cool movie every couple of years. A smart actor will book those movies as well as many others much more consistently. Learn how to adjust your acting style to better accommodate the tone of the project you’re reading for.
Sat Dec 16
Set Ready Go
2pm - 3:30pm
$60 + hst
This one is so important for anyone who is new to acting or has never been on a set before. Learn and make mistakes in an environment where the stakes are low and the team is supportive! So that on the day, you blow them away!
Agency 101
2pm - 3:30pm
$60 + hst
Run by Jess, you will go through every bit of information you need in order to find trustworthy agent that suit you. You will learn what steps you need to take in order to be sure you catch the eyes of TAMAC agencies.
Sat Dec 2
Confidence and Jitters
2pm - 3:30pm
$60 + hst
Run by Jess. A class for all ages. Audition jitters happen to nearly everyone in the industry! Sometimes a little confidence is all
you need to ace that audition!
Sat Dec 9
Smart Acting
2pm - 3:30pm
$60 + hst
There are good actors and then there are smart actors. Good actors will book a really cool movie every couple of years. A smart actor will book those movies as well as many others much more consistently. Learn how to adjust your acting style to better accommodate the tone of the project you’re reading for.
Sat Dec 16
Set Ready Go
2pm - 3:30pm
$60 + hst
This one is so important for anyone who is new to acting or has never been on a set before. Learn and make mistakes in an environment where the stakes are low and the team is supportive! So that on the day, you blow them away!
Saturday Morning Cartoons!
Back by popular demand! These classes take the kids through traditional styles of animation and puppeteering. Think "old school." These classes are fun, creative, and also give the kids an opportunity to put the devices away and slow down a bit.
Take one, some, or all! All supplies provided.
$25 + hst each, or save $20 when you sign up for all 6 ($130 + hst)
Saturday Mornings from 10am - 11:30am
Take one, some, or all! All supplies provided.
$25 + hst each, or save $20 when you sign up for all 6 ($130 + hst)
Saturday Mornings from 10am - 11:30am
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Nov 4: Flip Out! - We will make flip sticks and flip books using hand drawing techniques.
(no class on Remembrance Day)
Nov 18: Puppeteering One - Benton Lowe returns to take the kids through the basics of puppeteering for film & television.
Nov 25: Puppeteering Two - Using a short script, the kids will perform a film a short movie using puppets and learned techniques from Puppeteering One. You do not have to take Puppeteering One to participate in Puppeteering Two. Just come prepared to have fun!
Dec 2: Claymation - Using plasticine, the kids will make and animate their characters.
Dec 9: Pixilation - The kids become the stop motion characters in this live action - stop motion short
Dec 16: Animated holiday video card. Using stop motion techniques, the kids will make an animated holiday card they can send out.
(no class on Remembrance Day)
Nov 18: Puppeteering One - Benton Lowe returns to take the kids through the basics of puppeteering for film & television.
Nov 25: Puppeteering Two - Using a short script, the kids will perform a film a short movie using puppets and learned techniques from Puppeteering One. You do not have to take Puppeteering One to participate in Puppeteering Two. Just come prepared to have fun!
Dec 2: Claymation - Using plasticine, the kids will make and animate their characters.
Dec 9: Pixilation - The kids become the stop motion characters in this live action - stop motion short
Dec 16: Animated holiday video card. Using stop motion techniques, the kids will make an animated holiday card they can send out.
Winter Break and March Break Camps!
Get ready for a new year of filmmaking in our Winter Camp (Jan 2 - 5), and March Break Camp (March 11-15).
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
The kids will produce a short film during the camps and we will premiere them at the Hamilton Film Festival! See camp info below!
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
The kids will produce a short film during the camps and we will premiere them at the Hamilton Film Festival! See camp info below!
Indie Filmmaking 101 - A to Z
Saturday and Sunday from 8am - 2pm
Jan 20/21, 27/28
Feb 3/4
$359 + hst
Jan 20/21, 27/28
Feb 3/4
$359 + hst
Back by popular demand, this collaborative filmmaking 6-part course will take you from script-to-screen as you learn a bit of everything while making a short film. Ideal for teens and adults. The movie we make will premiere at the 19th Annual Hamilton Film Festival in October 2024
Working as a group, we will tackle screenwriting, producing, directing, camera, lighting, sound, props and wardrobe, acting, editing, sound, and music.
If you are interested in filmmaking, or simply want to try something new, you will definitely enjoy this course!
If you don't want to act, don't worry, you can remain a crew member throughout.
We have produced over 40 short films through the programs we have offered over the years, and can say with confidence that you learn the most while doing the work. Let's make a movie together! Aaaaaaand...ACTION!
Working as a group, we will tackle screenwriting, producing, directing, camera, lighting, sound, props and wardrobe, acting, editing, sound, and music.
If you are interested in filmmaking, or simply want to try something new, you will definitely enjoy this course!
If you don't want to act, don't worry, you can remain a crew member throughout.
We have produced over 40 short films through the programs we have offered over the years, and can say with confidence that you learn the most while doing the work. Let's make a movie together! Aaaaaaand...ACTION!
Monday Morning Homeschool Filmmaking Class for Kids!
$15 + hst per class
135 + hst for all 10 (save $15)
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
Monday mornings from 10am - 11:30am we'll take the classes through different techniques of filmmaking. Some classes will be one-offs, and others we will focus on a larger project. This hands-on class will give the student an opportunity to use filmmaking equipment, and discover filmmaking techniques. This can also include scene study (watching a scene and analyzing it). Ideal for kids 8-12.
You can always sign up at any point and contribute. You don't have to do the entire 12 classes to participate
January 2024
8,15,22,29
February 2024
5,12,26
March 2024
4,18,25
(no class on Mar 11 as we have a film camp all week)
135 + hst for all 10 (save $15)
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
Monday mornings from 10am - 11:30am we'll take the classes through different techniques of filmmaking. Some classes will be one-offs, and others we will focus on a larger project. This hands-on class will give the student an opportunity to use filmmaking equipment, and discover filmmaking techniques. This can also include scene study (watching a scene and analyzing it). Ideal for kids 8-12.
You can always sign up at any point and contribute. You don't have to do the entire 12 classes to participate
January 2024
8,15,22,29
February 2024
5,12,26
March 2024
4,18,25
(no class on Mar 11 as we have a film camp all week)
Tuesday Evening Filmmaking Classes - All Ages
$24 + HST per lesson
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
Like music lessons, for movie making!
Weekly, one-on-one, 30 minute, filmmaking lessons for all ages! We will work with the student to focus on their interest in filmmaking. It could be directing, screenwriting, cinematography, editing, sound, stop motion, or filmmaking in general. You must book a month at a time. You always get first choice to maintain your monthly timeslot. Please contact us here to request a spot between 3:30 and the last lesson starts at 8:30pm but earlier or later lessons can be arrange. There are two rooms running this session offering more times for students. The instructors will be Nathan Fleet, and Michael Penney. If you sign up in the middle of the month, select "individual class" from the payment menu.
Jan $96
9,16,23,30
Feb $96
6,13,20,27
Mar $72
5,19,26
No lessons during march break as we are running a week-long film camp.
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
Like music lessons, for movie making!
Weekly, one-on-one, 30 minute, filmmaking lessons for all ages! We will work with the student to focus on their interest in filmmaking. It could be directing, screenwriting, cinematography, editing, sound, stop motion, or filmmaking in general. You must book a month at a time. You always get first choice to maintain your monthly timeslot. Please contact us here to request a spot between 3:30 and the last lesson starts at 8:30pm but earlier or later lessons can be arrange. There are two rooms running this session offering more times for students. The instructors will be Nathan Fleet, and Michael Penney. If you sign up in the middle of the month, select "individual class" from the payment menu.
Jan $96
9,16,23,30
Feb $96
6,13,20,27
Mar $72
5,19,26
No lessons during march break as we are running a week-long film camp.
WEDNESDAY EVENING ACTING CLASSES - 10 PART
10 Classes
149 + hst
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
6pm - Kids ages 8-12
7:30 - 8:30pm Teens and adults
Jan 17, 24, 31
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28
Mar 6, 20, 27 (nothing on march break Mar 13)
149 + hst
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
6pm - Kids ages 8-12
7:30 - 8:30pm Teens and adults
Jan 17, 24, 31
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28
Mar 6, 20, 27 (nothing on march break Mar 13)
A fun way to learn some acting skills specifically for the screen, taught by working actors!
You will learn many of the techniques and skills required for on-screen acting including on camera techniques, reading and memorizing scripts, working with other actors in a scene, various styles and genres, exercises, and information you will need if you would like to pursue acting as either a hobby, a skill, or a profession!
You will learn many of the techniques and skills required for on-screen acting including on camera techniques, reading and memorizing scripts, working with other actors in a scene, various styles and genres, exercises, and information you will need if you would like to pursue acting as either a hobby, a skill, or a profession!
HamOnt Acting Studio owner Jessica Clement has been working professionally as an actor for TV and Film for 15 years.
Her work has received many shining reviews and awards, specifically for her performance leading the feature film “Night Blooms”, and as a series regular in the CBC/WGNA series “Pure”. She has acted alongside wonderful talents such as: Nicolas Cage, Richard Gere, Peter Outerbridge, Sarah Levy, Jason Priestley, Jason Isaacs, and Robert Pattinson. Jessica has a burning passion for her craft and works on it constantly both on and off set. Jessica is currently filming a spin off series of Amazon Prime’s “The Boys” as well as two feature films and dedicates all of her time off set to her acting students.
THURSDAY EVENING - ACTOR'S GYM
Thursday Evening Actor's Gym
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
Come flex your acting muscles with one of our working actors! This is an ongoing drop-in class every Thursday except during winter break, and march break. Whether you are looking to keep your skills sharp, or need some specific guidance on an upcoming role or audition, this is the class for you! It is a drop-in but please register online so we know that you are coming.
$25 + hst
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
Come flex your acting muscles with one of our working actors! This is an ongoing drop-in class every Thursday except during winter break, and march break. Whether you are looking to keep your skills sharp, or need some specific guidance on an upcoming role or audition, this is the class for you! It is a drop-in but please register online so we know that you are coming.
$25 + hst
1 on 1 DAYTIME
$48 per hour session
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
If something we offer doesn't fit into your schedule, we offer daytime 1-on-1 sessions in person, and online.
These are available in one-hour classes and you can focus on your area of study. Please reach out in advance to inquire about a date / time, and your area of interest. Email
These are available in one-hour classes and you can focus on your area of study. Please reach out in advance to inquire about a date / time, and your area of interest. Email
Specialized Acting Workshops
All classes at Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, Room 213
Saturdays
3pm - 5pm
Saturdays
3pm - 5pm
Sat Jan 13
Period Pieces & Dialect
$60 + hst
Not taught by Jess…she should probably take this class. Anyone who is a fan of fantasy and period shows/films, come try it out for yourself!
Sat Jan 20
Your Favourite Movie
$60 + hst
This one is going to be fun! Choose a scene from your favourite movie or show. We will take the script from that scene and make it our own!!
Sat Jan 27
Intimacy on Screen
$60 + hst
Lead by professional intimacy coordinator Mattea Kennedy!
Sat Feb 3rd
Fight Choreo!
$60 + hst
Also not lead by Jess…lead by a professional stunt performer. Duh! Let’s have some fun!
Period Pieces & Dialect
$60 + hst
Not taught by Jess…she should probably take this class. Anyone who is a fan of fantasy and period shows/films, come try it out for yourself!
Sat Jan 20
Your Favourite Movie
$60 + hst
This one is going to be fun! Choose a scene from your favourite movie or show. We will take the script from that scene and make it our own!!
Sat Jan 27
Intimacy on Screen
$60 + hst
Lead by professional intimacy coordinator Mattea Kennedy!
Sat Feb 3rd
Fight Choreo!
$60 + hst
Also not lead by Jess…lead by a professional stunt performer. Duh! Let’s have some fun!
Foley Hands-On Workshop
Foley is the art of creating, and capturing sound effects with physical objects while matching the action on screen.
Join us in this unique workshop, and learn as you work, adding sounds to an indie feature film in post production.
Sessions will start Jan 10th, 2024, from 10am - 2pm Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, ongoing until the project is complete.
$40 per day, $100 for 3Days (save $20) all prices plus hst
Join us in this unique workshop, and learn as you work, adding sounds to an indie feature film in post production.
Sessions will start Jan 10th, 2024, from 10am - 2pm Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, ongoing until the project is complete.
$40 per day, $100 for 3Days (save $20) all prices plus hst
We believe the best experience is "real world" experience. Structured like a class, you will be learning as you work. There are about 50 scenes that require foley work so this will be ongoing until it is done. You can join one, some, or all days.
You will learn and experience:
- Microphones and techniques
- Performance while creating sound effects with objects
- Audio editing and mixing
- Post Production requirements
- Scene spotting
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
This movie requires sounds for:
- Footsteps on various surfaces
- Clothing and movement
- Money and paper handling
- Doors and Chairs
- Handling glasses and bottles
- Drinking and Eating
- Scuffles
- and more!
Ideal for new, and emerging filmmakers with a serious interest in independent filmmaking, sound creation, audio recording, and project-based learning.
EXPERIENCE A MOVIE BEING MADE FROM SCRIPT TO SCREEN
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.
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.
SEPT 2023 STATUS: Post Production
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.
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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