calendar: 2012 Screenings, Events & Workshops
WINTER 2012 Workshops Schedule
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14 Week Production Workshop
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DATES: Wednesdays, March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6 13, 20; Saturdays, March 24, 31, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 9, 16, 23 TIME: Wednesdays, 7-9PM; Saturdays, 10AM – NOON; SPRING 2012
Instructor: Chinonye Chukwu and Aleks Martray
Fee: $325. $325 for participants with projects, $275 for those without a project
This semester-long “how-to” workshop covers all major aspects of film and video production and supports participants in the completion of short individual projects.
Bring your project ideas and get instruction in scriptwriting, production planning, digital video, sound recording, lighting and editing. The workshop will meet on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays, with additional time for shooting and editing projects. Participants will work together as crew on each others’ projects. Two instructors, each with their own area of expertise, will co-teach this workshop.
Participants with projects who are interested in registering must submit a brief written description about their proposed project for the 14-week workshop and are required to meet with one of the instructors prior to the workshop. Non-fiction projects exploring personal visions, social issues and/or community life, under 10 minutes in length, are encouraged. Please note there is limited space for participants without projects who wish to attend the workshop training sessions and serve on crews for other projects.
To register or for more information, please call 215-222-4201 or email us at inquiry@scribe.org
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YOUTH WORKSHOP - Visual Effects: Green Screen Techniques
DATES: Saturdays, January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11,18; TIME: NOON-2:00 PM; WINTER 2012
Instructor: Ryan Saunders
Fee: $0. FREE - This workshop is FREE and open to all young people ages 11 to 19. Please call us at 215 222 4201 for more information.
Shooting on a “green screen” is the technique of shooting your subject against a green background that is later “keyed” out to replace the background with different footage. This workshop introduces you to the basics of setting up a green screen, lighting, shooting and the post-production process of working with green screen footage. You will shoot original footage and learn how to key the green screen in Final Cut Pro
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Camera and Lighting Schematics for Videography
DATES: Tuesdays, November 29, December 13, 20; Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15; TIME: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM; FALL 2011
Instructor: Carlton Jones
Fee: $150. $145 if register by October 31
Through hands-on exercises, participants will practice shooting using different lighting schemes and camera configurations that can be easily duplicated to achieve a consistent look and mood throughout their projects. Participants will learn how to light and shoot different situations including multi-subject interviews using various backdrops. Participants will also learn how to set up and light for multi-camera shoots while learning advanced camera functions. Basic knowledge of basic camera operation is required.
Register by calling 215-222-4201 or online now and bring confirmation receipt on day of workshop. Thank you for registering.
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Robert Shepard: Cinematography for the Documentary
DATE: Wednesday, April 6; TIME: 7:00PM - 9:00PM; SPRING 2011
Instructor: Robert Shepard
Fee: $25. $20 Scribe Members
The art of documentary style cinematography is a mixture of composition, camera movement, lighting and control of contrast. This Master Class with acclaimed cinematographer Robert Shepard is designed for working professionals and film/video students, addressing their production needs and will explore lighting and setting up a documentary style interview and lighting for mise-en-scène style situations. Mr. Shepard will also demonstrate how to create a key light for under fifty dollars.
NOTE: Registrants for this Master Class can also attend Shepard's in-person screening of the When The Spirits Dance Mambo, Tues 4/5, 7PM at International House for free which features a post film discussion with Shepard. Read more about film.
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