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Youth group animation workshop using painted film techniques
This animation was created in a youth workshop commissioned by Stonnington Council - Stonnington Youth Services. The workshop was held at the Grattan Gardens Community Center, Prahran, across two weeks on 5th and 12th December 2024. Participants created small animation drawings on film frames and also painted directly on film material. Congratulations to the participants from the youth Video Game Club! The resulting creative animation sequences were then digitised and edited together with some visual processing to enhance the colours and layers.
Workshop animation film using direct-on-film techniques
This film was created in the workshop held on 12th October 2024 at the workshop venue in Mornington. Workshop participants explored various direct-on-film techniques working on 35mm film leader and found footage. The sequences were created by scratching, drawing, painting, collaging on actual film and were then digitised to create this collective film. Congratulations to the workshop participants who animated the film sequences: Arrik Sutherland-Muir, Clarence Fennessy, Hung Lin, Juan Sebastian Cordon, Michael Hunt. Original audio is composed by Paul Fletcher. The film was digitised and assembled by the workshop tutor Sabrina Schmid.
From Scratch to Screen: Explore your Creativity through Animation
In these unique workshops, participants can create their own animation sequences using scratchfilm handmade techniques and materials, resulting in a digitised film. The workshops allow participants to explore their individual creativity through the amazing hands-on medium in a small immersive class. By the end of the day, the original animated sequences, will be digitized and edited as a collective film that can be shared online. Workshops are limited to small groups to ensure an individualised experience. Adult workshops are open to all ages 18+ and there will also be workshops available for youth or school holiday workshop during the year. Learn more about scratchfilm…
The workshop is led by experienced tutor and professional animator Sabrina Schmid. Her short films have screened at numerous international festivals including the Melbourne International Animation Festival 2023 and St Kilda Film Festival 2024. She has taught animation at university level in the UK and Australia. Sabrina is a Member of the Design Institute of Australia.
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Scratchfilm animation
In this unique workshop you will be able to explore your inner creativity and learn the basics of animation by making a scratchfilm, in a studio environment. In this one-day workshop you'll be guided to animate simple drawings as well as stylised or abstract images in imaginative ways. You’ll use techniques of scratching, drawing, painting, and collaging on actual film, using provided tools, materials, 35mm film and a lightbox. During the workshop, your scratchfilm will be digitised for viewing the animation in motion. The session will result in a completed film by all participants. You’ll then be able to download and share the video.
All materials and tools are provided at the workshop. Free street parking. Morning tea, nibbles and lunch are included on the day.
Date: Saturday 14 December
Location: 18 Progress Street, Mornington VIC 3931
Time: 10am – 4pm
Price: $250 / $225 (conc)Booking essential as places are limited.
2 for 1 deal: Book now and bring a friend with you for free.
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Scratchfilm abstract animation
In this unique workshop you will be able to explore your inner creativity and learn the basics of animation by making a scratchfilm, in a studio environment. In this half-day workshop you'll be guided to animate abstract images in imaginative ways. You’ll use techniques of scratching, drawing, painting, and collaging on actual film, using provided tools, materials, 35mm film and a lightbox. During the workshop, your scratchfilm will be digitised for viewing the animation in motion. The session will result in a completed film by all participants. You’ll then be able to download and share the video.
All materials and tools are provided at the workshop. Free street parking. Nibbles and lunch are included on the day.
Date: Sunday 24 November
Location: 18 Progress Street, Mornington VIC 3931
Time: 2 pm – 5 pm
Price: $180 / $162 (conc)Booking essential as places are limited.
2 for 1 deal: Book now and bring a friend with you for free.
BOOK NOW
Scratchfilm animation
In this unique one-day workshop you will be able to explore your inner creativity and learn the basics of animation by making a scratchfilm, in a studio environment. In this one-day workshop you'll be guided to animate simple drawings as well as stylised or abstract images in imaginative ways. You’ll use techniques of scratching, drawing, painting, and collaging on actual film, using provided tools, materials, 35mm film and a lightbox. During the workshop, your scratchfilm will be digitised for viewing the animation in motion. The session will result in a completed film by all participants. You’ll then be able to download and share the video!
All materials and tools are provided at the workshop. Free street parking. Morning tea, nibbles and lunch are included on the day.
Date: Saturday 12 October
Location: 18 Progress Street, Mornington VIC 3931
Time: 10am – 4pm
Price: $250 / $225 (conc.) Booking essential as places are limited.
Last minute 50% discount $125 / $112.50 (conc.)