Filmmaking Classes

HOF1-A: Thursdays, April 17 - June 5, 2008
HOF1-B: Thursdays, Oct. 16 - Dec. 11, 2008 (no class 11/27)
Instructor: David Shulman
8 Sessions - 7:00-10:00pm
Tuition: $545

Hands-on Filmmaking I provides a practical foundation for filmmaking skills - lighting, camera, composition and editing. Students obtain a hands-on overview of the whole production process from the initial idea stage through to final editing. Class members complete individual projects in Super-8 film. These projects give students experience in the whole production process including scripts and storyboards, shooting, and editing. Class time is devoted to film analysis, technical knowledge, and screening and critiques of student work. Tuition includes the text, the first roll of film and processing, and use of cameras and editing equipment. Additional film costs and refundable equipment deposit are the responsibility of the student. This class can be taken on its own or as the first step in the Hands-on Filmmaking Production Program.

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Hands-on Filmmaking II
The Art of Lighting

HOF2-A: Thursdays, June 19 - Aug. 7, 2008 (and one 3 hour day session)
HOF2-B: Thursdays, Jan. 8 - Feb. 26, 2009 (and one 3 hour day session)
Instructor: Staff
8 Sessions - 7 Thursdays – 7:00pm-10:00pm and one day session
Tuition: $545

Hands-on Filmmaking II provides the fundamental groundwork for both the practical and creative sides of 16mm filmmaking. During class, students will set up and shoot scenes on 16mm film, paying particular attention to the expressive aspects of lighting and camera technique as well as the proper use of equipment and the standardized protocol of filmmaking. Weekly class sessions cover camera operation and film loading, the use of light meters, and detailed lighting instruction. All film and processing costs are included in the class tuition.

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Hands-on Filmmaking III
16mm Filmmaking: The Film Project

HOF3-A: Thursdays, Aug. 21 - Oct. 9, 2008
HOF3-B: Thursdays, March 12 - April 30, 2009
Instructor: Staff
8 Sessions - 7:00-10:00pm
Tuition: $545.00
Lab Fee: $215.00

Students in Hands-on Filmmaking III shoot their own non-sync 16mm film. The class is divided into groups of 5-7 people. Each group takes full responsibility for their projects as they write the scripts, prepare storyboards, cast actors, scout and secure locations, and finally shoot their project. Weekly class sessions cover, among many subjects, scripting, shot lists and storyboards, budgeting, location scouting, permit procedures, casting, and art direction. An instructor will accompany each group on their first shooting day. All footage is carefully analyzed and critiqued in class. Access to the camera and lighting package are provided through course fees. All film and processing costs are included in the lab fee. Other costs associated with production and the refundable equipment deposit are the student's responsibility.

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Hands-on Filmmaking IV
16mm Editing

HOF4-A: Thursdays, Oct. 23 - Dec. 11, 2008 (no class 11/22) and Saturday, Oct. 13
HOF4-B: Thursdays, May 14 - June 25, 2009 and Saturday, May, 3
Instructor: Krk Nordenstrom
8 Sessions – 7 Thursdays,7:00-10:00pm and Saturday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Tuition: $625.00
Lab Fee: $95.00

In Hands-on Filmmaking IV, students edit the picture and the sound tracks for the projects that were made in Hands-on Filmmaking III. Students first edit the "picture" component of their film. When the picture is complete, students build sound tracks combining music, sound effects, and voice-over. This class stresses intensive film editing theory and hands-on instruction on professional editing equipment. Each stage of the editing process involves an in-depth critique and analysis. Editing time and access to tape recorders for collecting sound effects are provided through course fees. The lab fees cover sound transfers, editing supplies, and the costs of a video transfer for the music composer. All the costs associated with obtaining a release print of a film are the responsibility of the students.