Galwayfilmcentre provides a programme of comprehensive theory and practice-based workshops, designed and developed to meet the needs of new entrants, trainees and professionals in the audio-visual sector. Our workshops aim to develop the creative potential of participants, as well as providing practical and technical skills.
| * Experimental Filmmaking: Film as Art Saturday 25, Sunday 26 March What do we mean by experimental/Avant-Garde film? How does this type of filmmaking relate to theory and the Visual Arts? A variety of works from the 1920's onwards will be screened and discussed. This course will also have a practical component Course Fee: £95 waged, £80 unwaged. |
Base Line Saturday 25, Sunday 26 March Weekend Workshop on the processes, practices an personnel; trials, tribulations, tasks, tactics, techniques and technologies involved in film and video production - in short, all you need to know if you want to get a short film or documentary written, produced and screened. Course Fee: £75 waged, £65 unwaged |
| Assistant Directing Saturday 1, Sunday 2 April This workshop will examine the role and responsibilities of the AD within a film crew, from script breakdown and scheduling to set procedures for studio and on location shoots Course Fee: £75 waged, £65 unwaged. |
Writing Movies Saturday 1, Sunday 2 April This course covers all aspects of the craft of screenwriting, with a specific emphasis on identifying the needs and expectations of the audience. Course Fee: £75 waged, £65 unwaged |
| Screen-Test & Audition Technique Saturday 8, Sunday 9 April For actors who wish to develop and improve their performance at auditions, from acquiring a strong presence to adapting to direction. Course Fee: £95 waged, £80 unwaged |
* Camera and Lighting 2 weekends: 8, 9 & 15, 16 April A hands-on workshop to develop and improve skills in the areas of camera operation and lighting for film, video and stills photography. This course will concentrate on the use of film camera. Course Fee: £175 waged, £155 unwaged |
| * Sound recording Saturday 6, Sunday 7 May A practical workshop in sound recording for film and video using DAT and Nagra systems. Course Fee: £95 waged, £80 unwaged |
Directing actors for film & television Saturday 6 Sunday 7 May Wish you could draw better performances out of your actors? Wondering how to clearly communicate your vision and incorporate actors' ideas into a scene? This course will give you the skills and confidence you need to successfully work with actors and bring exceptional performances to the screen> Course Fee: £75 waged, £65 unwaged |
| * Introduction to Avid Editing 2 weekends: 6, 7 & 13, 14 May A practical and theoretical introduction to the Avid editing process. N.B. Course participants must have computer skills. Numbers are limited to maximise access to editing suites. Course Fee: £220 waged, £200 unwaged |
* ± Digi 1 - Camera Saturday 13, Sunday 14 May This hands-on workshop will concentrate on the development of digital video camera skills. Course Fee: £315 waged, £120 unwaged |
| * Advanced Avid Editing Saturday 20, Sunday 21 May Gain an indepth knowledge of the workings of the Avid system, and improve your practical skills NB: Course participants must have previous experience on Avid Course Fee: £110 waged, £95 unwaged |
* ± Digi 2 - Editing Saturday 20, Sunday 21 May Learn the capabilities and techniques of digital video editing on desktop systems, using off-the-shelf image manipulation software. NB: Course participants must have computer skills. Course Fee: £95 waged, £80 unwaged |
* Participants of these courses must be a member of galwayfilmcentre.
Membership: £30 waged, £25 unwaged
± Reduced fee applies for participation on both Digi 1 and Digi2 £200
waged, £180 waged
Reduced fee applies for participation on both AVID Courses £300 waged, £270 waged
| Flying film and Video Squads For the past 11 years these squads have provided a nationwide service to schools and community groups, social clubs and other groups interested in film and video. Workshops are tailor made for each group inconsultation with the centre. |
School media screenings and lectures The Film Institute of Ireland in association with the Junior Film Fleadh and galwayfilmcentre present a special screening of Carol Reid's The Third Man, which is part of the revised Leaving Certificate syllabus. An introduction with study notes for school groups will accompany the screening on Friday 3rd March, 10.30 am. For bookings/information contact galwayfilmcentre: 091 770 748 |
| Information Tours Catering for group needs, galwayfilmcentre provides information tours on the activities and facilities available from the centre, as well as advise on training and education options, production schemes and funding, and equipment. |
Portfolio Preparation An ongoing evening workshop for students interested in studying film or video at a third level college. Teh course will cover main areas for inclusion in a portfolio including script-writing, photo essays, storyboarding and basic video skills, and provides ongoing review of students work. |
| Summer workshops for young people Week long practical video making workshops run for 8 - 12 and 12 - 18 year olds. Details and dates available from May 2000 |
Trainee Props and Buyers - in association with Screen Training Ireland
May 2000 - 2 weeks
The course will examine key skills required by props and buyers trainees in
pre-production, production and post-production
as well as key related areas on set including; Production Design, Locations, Set Design,
Art Department, Costume, Camera, Script Supervisor, Assistant Director, Director.
Participants must hold a Union Cart at trainee props or buyers
level and have a commitment to working within the industry.
Future Fictions - in association with Imaginary Productions UK
May 2000
Future Fictions is a forum set up to exchange ideas and views on how we tell and
experience stories, now and into the future.
The forum aims to be a catalyst for the exchange of ideas; a place where cutting-edge
entertainment technology meets traditional narrative craft. Examples of new emerging
work in the field of computer games, digital art and interactive storytelling will be
showcased in a unique arena where participants can explore, interact and play with these
new forms of entertainment and technology.
For further information on any of the courses listed here, contact:
Linda O'Sullivan,
Education & Training Officer
Valerie Parker
Workshop Co-ordinator
galwayfilmcentre
Cluain Mhuire, Monivea Rd., Galway, Ireland
T: 091 770748
F: 091 770746
E: galfilm@iol.ie
Web: http://www.iol.ie/~galfilm
Further information and membership forms are available from:
The Arts Officer,
Clare County Library HQ,
Mill Road,
Ennis.
Tel: 065 6821616 Ext: 267