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3/19/2007 |
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EM Workshop: Painting With Light March 25, 2006
Sunday, March 25, 2007 10a.m - 5 p.m. Members: $75.00 plus GST Non-Members: $90.00 plus GST *please note that registration and payment must be done on of before March 22, 2007 Probably the most important aspect of good movie making; without light you only have darkness! A must for any serious movie-maker, video or new media artist. In this workshop we will be discussing lighting setups using EMMEDIA’s complete lighting gear. Interview lighting, 3 point set ups, keys, fill lights, back lighting, kickers, effects, filters, colour theory and more. Hands on experiments with EM’s Pepper kit, Lowel kits, Strand kit, grip, Fresnels and Rifa Softbox.
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EM Workshop: TOYSTORE TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP, March 31-April 1 2007
BY COLLIN WARD MACDONALD Saturday, March 31, 2007 – Sunday, April 1 2007 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. COST: Members: $125 plus GST Non-members: $145 plus GST
*please note that registration and payment must be done on of before March 29, 2007 TO HELL WITH CONVENTION! IT’S TIME TO PUT THE ID BACK IN VIDEO! An exploration into modifying everyday objects into production tools. Some call it Frankentek..... Think outside the box, let your imagination be a part of the production process as well as the story. In this workshop we are going to slip the surly bonds of the everyday and explore the possibilities of using divergent technologies in the creation of media art. In previous workshops, we have created strange sound devices by putting 5 marbles in a metal bowl, swishing them around to create odd audio, we have taken apart cheap microphones to create contact mics for scratching and recording bodily sounds. We will be doing more extreme makeovers this time. If you have anything at home that you wouldn’t mind donating to the workshop, that is very welcomed. The purpose of this workshop is to change the way people look at everyday objects, and then by extension, how they look at the way media art is created. Einstien said "Imagination is more important than knowledge". Let your imagination soar and escape the bonds of normalcy.
The focus of this workshop is to interest artists in going beyond technological borders and to think outside of the box. PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO BRING THINGS FROM HOME THAT WE MAY BE ABLE TO CONVERT. |
EM Workshop: Final Cut Pro April 21-22, 2007
Saturday, April 21, 2007 - Sunday, April 22, 2007 Two day workshop. Cost: $125 + GST (members) $145 + GST (Non-members) 10 a.m - 5 p.m. both days. *please note that registration and payment must be done on of before April 18, 2007 Final Cut Pro 4.5 delivers creative, professional and extensible tools for video editors working in virtually any format. Final Cut has sophisticated editing, compositing, effects and audio tools that allow professional editors and artists to meet demanding post production deadlines while maintaining their creativity. EMMEDIA has four Final Cut Pro editing suites hosting this extremely versatile digital video (DV) non-linear editing system. It allows for editing, adding effects, trimming, and has become very popular at EMMEDIA. Final Cut Pro is perfect for cutting DV projects and will leave the participants with the skills to start editing their own video projects. The perfect workshop for beginners and intermediate users to refresh their skills.
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EM's Production Access: Call for Submissions
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EM & Summerwood Warren Presents: A SPELUNKING SHOW! Friday March 23, 2007 7pm
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EM Members Presents: Valerie LeBlanc and Daniel Dugas |
MST:Call for Volunteer Board Members For Immediate Release: Mountain Standard Time Performative Art Festival Society Call for Volunteer Board Members -
M:ST is seeking collaborative-minded individuals who are interested in contributing to Calgary’s rich cultural landscape through a volunteer commitment on our board of directors. We are a unique and dynamic non-profit organization guided by a board of directors, working in partnership with nine regional arts organizations in the presentation of our biennial festival. Requirements and Role of M:ST Board Members Interested individuals do not need to have experience in this area of arts practice, but must be: Open to diverse perspectives, new ideas and innovative methods of arts presentation Interested in taking an active role in shaping the future of the society and its next festival Required to contribute to board development activities, fundraising and attend events Willingness to explore models of collaboration with M:ST’s partners Advocate for M:ST and Calgary’s cultural community Deadline April 7, 2007 Contact: Questions and letters of interest may be directed to our office c/o Kari McQueen, Interim President, at info@mstfestival.org or mailed to: Mountain Standard Time Performative Art Festival Society (M:ST) P.O. Box 22056 Bankers Hall R.P.O. Calgary, Alberta. T2P 5G7 About M:ST The primary objective of the Mountain Standard Time Performative Art Festival Society is organizing our biennial performative festival (M:ST) by bringing together local, national and international artists in Calgary, Banff and Lethbridge. Our objective is to showcase original, diverse, entertaining, and thought-provoking performative works that are responsive to issues in contemporary art. M:ST enriches the cultural climate of Calgary by fostering dialogue through panel discussions, workshops, and dissemination activities. Since 2001, M:ST has collaborated with nine public arts organizations to present festivals and interim events. Incorporated as its own Society in 2003, audiences tripled to 15,000 during M:ST 3 (2005). M:ST 3 was the largest festival thus far, presenting the works of 45 artists in 35 events over the course of three weeks. Through M:ST, Calgary is now a successful and internationally recognized event, with our city being reputed as a vital and dynamic centre for contemporary performance art practice. For more information, please visit our website: www.mstfestival.org. |
U of C: Hideki Kimura, Paintings & Prints Friday, March 23, 2007
Friday, March 23, 2007, 10:00 AM
FREE ADMISSION AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Location: Husky Oil Great Hall, Rozsa Centre, The University of Calgary Reception to Follow: Dean's Gallery ( Craigie Hall D100) Information: (This is lecture one of two-part lecture series ) -------- 2007 Martens Visiting Scholar in Art presents two lectures by Hideki Kimura, one of Japan's major printmakers and painters. Mr. Kimura will be discussing his painting and print works. |
U of C Little Gallery Presents: Megan Hockaday
University of Calgary March 26-30, 2007 opening reception Thursday 29th, 2006 p.m. |
Arusha sponsored events - this weekSeedy Saturday Family event with tables, displays, presenters, music, and lots of seeds from open-pollinated varieties of fruits, vegetables, flowers, grains and herbs. Saturday March 24, 2007 10 am - 3 pm Montgomery Community Centre 5003 16 Ave NW Admission $2. C$ accepted A More Democratic Alberta: Making it Happen Public Interest Alberta (PIA) is offering citizens around the province a chance to have a say and play a role in bringing about democratic renewal in our province. Saturday Mar 24, 2007 1:00 to 4:30 PM Radisson Hotel, Skyline Room 2120 - 16 Avenue, NE Admission $10.00 C$ accepted and of course, the Arusha Action Film Wed. March 21 7 pm at the Plaza www.arusha.org -- Info/Active - The Arusha Centre Society 106, 223 - 12 Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2R 0G9 Phone: 403 270-3200 Fax: 403 270-8832 www.arusha.org www.calgarydollars.ca Info/Active is funded by The Calgary Foundation,The Alberta Lottery Board and Friends of Arusha |
Call For Submissions: Antimatter Underground Film FestivalCall For Submissions; Antimatter Underground Film Festival |
CHRC: Film and Television Training Data BaseFilm and Television Training Data BaseOTTAWA, February 22, 2007 - The Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRC) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Film and Television Training Data Base. This unique resource allows film and television professionals (including directors, producers, actors, musicians, writers, composers and technical workers), and those preparing to enter the industry, to easily identify training opportunities. For several years, the film and television industry has called for this national training data base. They recognize its key role in "harmonizing training", as both a practical tool to assist access to training, and a policy tool to identify training gaps and advance solutions. The TDB was funded by Human Resources and Social Development Canada, and the Department of Canadian Heritage. A Steering Committee of professionals representing training providers including Institut nationale de l'image et du son (INIS), the Canadian Film and Television Production Association (CFTPA), the Canada Film Centre (CFC), the National Screen Institute (NSI), the Canadian Screen Training Centre (CSTC), and Women in Film and Television (WIFT), and funders including the Department of Canadian Heritage and Telefilm, oversaw the development of the TDB. M3K Solutions (Amadeus), in collaboration with ArtExpert.ca, were responsible for building and populating the TDB. Users may search by training provider, area of training (i.e. writing and research, directing, producing, technical crew, post-production, new media and acting), and type of training (full-time, professional development, workshops, on-the-job, mentoring, seminars/master classes, e-learning). Information contained in the TDB is maintained by the training providers themselves, therefore will be up to date and accurate. The current listing of training providers includes professional associations, industry organizations and private institutions. A second phase is planned which will include the addition of universities and colleges that offer courses, degrees and diplomas in film and television related studies. The Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRC) strives to be at the centre of vision and forward thinking in the area of cultural human resources development. CHRC brings together representatives of arts disciplines and cultural industries in the cultural sector to address the training and career development needs of cultural workers - artists, creators, technical staff, managers and all others engaged professionally in the sector, including the self-employed. To become a member of CHRC please visit our website. Media interested in setting up an interview with CHRC representatives should contact Megan Guy (613-562-1535 x 31; mguy@culturalhrc.ca). |
Video Pool Call for Submissions 07/08 VP Call for Submissions 07/08Video Pool Media Arts Centre Call for Submissions – 2007/08 Programming Theme – Off the Grid: The Creative Misuse of Technology Deadline: March 23, 2007 Contemporary culture is permeated by a fascination with media and trends in consumer electronics. Media artists often follow their own fascination with technology and its creative potential into uncharted territory. In an effort to free themselves from the technical and aesthetic restraints of conventional approaches, artists create new processes, strategies and systems for dealing with media. Technology is creatively misused and repurposed; found or antiquated media is reused and reinterpreted; and traditional approaches to media are hacked, bent and reprogrammed to create unique artistic results. Video Pool is inviting submissions on the theme Off the Grid: The Creative Misuse of Technology for the 2007/08 programming season. Video Pool invites submissions of: New Media Experimental Electronics Installation (with media components) Audio Art Curatorial packages (with media components) Video Pool's 2007/08 programming season will include three programs specifically focused on new media performance and single channel film and video in the following three categories: 1. Machinima Film and video made using avatars and/or video game environments. 2. Performance Lecture Performances that bend the usual accoutrements of academic lectures – slide shows, power point presentations, video clips, etc., – to critically reflect on the form of the lecture and props used to support intellectual authority. 3. Camera-free film and video Submissions may explore the range of camera-free image manipulation – from we established film techniques such as hand processing and optical printing to computer-based image manipulation in programs such as After Effects. Submission Requirements Due to funding requirements, primary consideration will be given to Canadian citizens. All submissions must include: 1. C.V. or artist resumé including current contact information (address, telephone # and e- mail) for the artist/curator. 2. A short description of the project or video(s) including an outline of the project's curatorial and/or critical objectives. 3. The project and/or video title(s). 4. Artist's name(s). 5. Project/video year(s) of completion and city(s) of origin. 6. Project's exhibition history and any other contexts in which the work will be presented in the coming year. 7. A statement indicating if the artist(s)/curator(s) plan to be in attendance with the work and if so in what capacity they would expect to participate in the screening/exhibition. 8. Support material: Please do not send originals. Video Pool will not accept responsibility for the loss of or damage to, support material. - still images should be submitted on CD. - Video support material should be NTSC and submitted on either VHS, Mini DV or DVD. - Audio support material should be submitted on CD. 9. Audio, video and image list (detailing all accompanying work). 10. Please include a SASE if you want support material returned. * Video Pool encourages submissions of projects that are already complete or near completion. * Fees are paid in accordance with the CARFAC rate scale. Inquiries can be directed to: Cam Hutchison Programming Coordinator Video Pool Media Arts Centre t: (204) 949-9134 ext.1 Please send submissions to: Programming Committee c/o Video Pool Media Arts Centre #300 – 100 Arthur St. Winnipeg, MB R3B 1H3 Canada Deadline: March 23, 2007 (submissions must be received by the deadline) |
The CCA is looking for a policy advisorThe CCA is pleased to announce a new job opportunity within the organization, as they are seeking a Cultural Policy and Communications Advisor to join their small, dedicated team in Ottawa, mere blocks away from Parliament Hill. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by March 30th. The full job posting is available in the Particles section of the website. All CCA members and supporters are encouraged to circulate the information about this important and professionally challenging position. |
NAICA's 1st Annual Online Juried ExhibitionNAICA: First Annual Online Juried Arts Exhibition 2007”An International Juried Online Arts Exhibition Presented by Native American Indigenous Cinema & Art ENTRY DEADLINE: MAY 1, 2007 (midnight EST- New York) Exhibition will be featured in the summer edition of NAICA, June 1-August 30, 2007 at www.theNAICA.org New York, NY: Native American Indigenous Cinema & Arts (NAICA) announces a call for entries for “NAICA: First Annual Online Juried Arts Exhibition 2007,” an international juried online contemporary arts exhibition of works by native and world indigenous artists. Deadline for entries is May 1, 2007, midnight EST. Exhibition will run from June 15-August 30, 2007 at www.theNAICA.org. NAICA will feature three winning artists in the summer edition of it’s online arts magazine. The call for entries is open to professional and amateur native and world indigenous artists. Work must be contemporary in nature and have been created in the last two years. All mediums accepted, inclusive of video, performance, and installation. No short or feature length film. Please note: this is an online exhibition, and some 3D mediums may not be accurately depicted. Please reference www.theNAICA.org for understanding of how works are showcased. Awards include NAICA online exhibition showcase, critique by jurors, and cash prize. This exhibit is made possible by NAICA online. Please go to www.thenaica.org/wordpress to download prospectus and application Maria Colon Executive Director/Editor in Chief 917-627-9385 www.thenaica.org http://www.myspace.com/naicaonlineMaria Colon |
Sackville: Call for Submissionscall for submissions: let the border, if any, be simple Struts Gallery & Faucet Media Arts Center will host a 10th annual Mail Art exhibition: let the border, if any, be simple in conjunction with their 25th anniversary The exhibition will take place between March 30th to April 28th. All works submitted during that time will be exhibited. The only restrictions are those placed on or by our postal system. Our address is Struts Gallery & Faucet Media Arts Centre 7 Lorne Street Sackville, New Brunswick E4L 3Z6 The exhibition will be organized by Lianne Zannier For further information do not hesitate to contact us at the above address or at lianne@strutsgallery.ca |
( )ette collective call for works The ( )ette collective is having our second feminist video festival, fall 2007. We challenge you to submit work that documents, critiques, seduces and manipulates ideas and audiences while considering the complexity of visual culture. Unique to the festival this year, the ( )ettes will bring the video festival to rural communities. Armed with a Volkswagen van and two projectors the ( )ettes will make their way across the prairies, sharing feminist videos with audiences who might not have an opportunity to otherwise view these important visual challenges to cultural and gender norms. Submit your work to: ( )ette collective 1309 7 Ave South Lethbridge, AB T1J 1K9 Submit your work in: DVD or mini DV or VHS Submit your work by: July 31, 2007 we are sorry, at this time we can not pay artist fees - or return your submissions. -- Loralee Edwards
voice 360-1665 University of Lethbridge edwalj@uleth.ca Master's Candidate, Women's Studies http://www.uleth.ca/fas/wom President, Graduate Students Association http://people.uleth.ca/~gsa/ Daycare Action Committee http://people.uleth.ca/~dac/ |
iStockphoto: ContestHi EMMEDIA producers,Right now there is a video contest going on that could land you an awesome prize. iStockphoto, by far the hottest marketplace for independently produced stock footage is giving away a couple of loaded Panasonic HVX 200 HD camcorders, a couple of Sony camcorders and more, totally over $26,000 US. The videos they are looking for may very well be the kind of thing many of you would be interested in producing anyway, so hey! Here's a link to the contest page: http://www.istockphoto.com/article_view.php?ID=254 As many of you know, I am the Video Content Manager at iStock, which is located right here in Calgary. When I started with iStockphoto last summer, we had not yet begun to build the video collection. Today there are around 18,000 clips online. Not a lot of EMMEDIA members are contributing to the collection yet, but those who have are selling them. If you have footage sitting around the studio that you think might sell as stock drop me a line, vcr@istockphoto.com. Jim Goertz, former Production Coordinator of EMMEDIA |
MadCat Women’s International Film Festival: Call for EntriesThe 11th Annual MadCat Women’s International Film Festival is seeking submissions! Please spread the word. MadCat seeks films directed or co-directed by women that are produced ANY year. MadCat accepts ALL GENRES – experimental, documentary, animated, narrative, hybrid, etc. The Festival favors work that pushes the genre and expands notions of visual storytelling.
DEADLINES: March 23, 2007 (early), May 21, 2007 (late) |
CALL FOR ENTRIES:Calgary Fringe Film Festival2007 :Calgary Fringe Film Festival Celebrating Independent Film that embraces raw and innovative ideas! CALL FOR ENTRIES - EARLY BIRD DEADLINE, MARCH 31ST GREAT NEWS - NO ENTRY FEE FOR ALBERTA FILMMAKERS The 2nd Annual Calgary Fringe Festival is set for August 10th to 19th, 2007 in the heart of Calgary's cultural corridor. This non-juried, uncensored artistic event will feature raw and innovative local, national, and international theatrical stage productions alongside street performers, musicians, and outdoor stage events.
Running in conjunction with the theatrical event, The Calgary Fringe Film Festival embraces the artistry of independent film production, while endeavoring to provide a venue for these productions to screen to the public. Our unique style with screenings set in a pub atmosphere, allows attendees to relax, have a pint, watch some great films and sit around to talk about them afterwards. Many of the filmmakers will be in attendance creating a fantastic networking opportunity. Each of the screenings in our daily programming will consist of approximately two hours of films, including one feature length film or mid length film and several short films. Our overall goal is to screen, as Official Selections, as many as fifty feature and mid length films and more than one hundred short films. Three distinct divisions for film entries encourage productions from Alberta – Division I, Canada – Division II and International – Division III. Within each division, films may be entered (as a feature, mid length or short film) and are eligible to receive Recognition Awards for Drama, Comedy, Documentary or Animation. There is also a special category celebrating Student Films which have a greatly reduced entry fee. The RECOGNITION AWARDS will be announced several weeks before the Festival begins so that attendees can choose to see films of noted excellence. These awards will be noted in our Program Guide and on the web site On the final night of the Festival at our wind up party we announce and celebrate the Festival Awards for the Best International Film, Best Canadian Film and Best Alberta Film from each of the entry divisions. Films of every length are eligible for these awards. In addition we will present awards in each category for Feature, Mid Length and Short Films. These Special Awards are for Best Film Best Director Best Original Screenplay Best Cinematography Best Actor Best Actress Audience Choice We will announce three nominees for each award in each of the length categories several weeks prior to the Festival. The nominees will be noted in the Program Guide and on our web site. Audience Choice will be determined by audience voting at the screening of each film. DO NOT WAIT TO ENTER. FILMS ARE SELECTED BY THE PROGRAMMING COMMITTEE AS THEY ARRIVE AND SCHEDULED INTO A SCREENING TIME THAT HAS A PARTICULAR THEME FOR A GROUP OF FILMS. ONCE ALL THE PROGRAMMING TIME SLOTS ARE FULL, WE WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY MORE FILMS. Each entry is eligible for multiple awards in all qualifying categories. For specific entry fees, deadlines, official rules and regulations, please visit www.calgaryfringe.ca and click on ARTISTS, then FILMFEST. Inquiries may be sent to filmfest@calgaryfringe.ca FESTIVAL information is available through Withoutabox at www.withoutabox.com or you can access the entry form at http://www.withoutabox.com/login/5130 |
Movies That Matter Screening: Purvis of Overtown
The true colour of an artist’s life What: Purvis of Overtown Directed by Shaun Conrad & David Raccuglia Canadian Premiere! When: Monday, March 26, 2007 – 7:00PM Where: EPCOR CENTRE’s Engineered Air Theatre (in the 200 block on the north side of 9 Ave. S.E) Tickets: $5 students/seniors/low income, $10 adults (Tickets at door only) Calgary Dollars Accepted PRE-SCREENING SHORT: Outsider: The Life and Art of Judith Scott (Director Betsy Bayha) http://www.judithscottdocumentary.org/ Adult Content Advisory From a dilapidated warehouse to the Smithsonian Museum of Art, this is the story of an artist’s life; an artist living in the darkness of ghetto poverty, but whose paintings have brought light back into a world of fallen dreams. "I paint from reality" says Purvis Young, an outsider artist and long term resident of the notorious Miami ghetto Overtown, now locally known as the "the town that God won’t interview." His paintings are raw, candid images of his world, made from scraps of plywood and leftover house paint and yet they hang in some of the most prestigious galleries and collectors’ homes, touching the lives of those who will never experience the reality of what he paints. This is the story of Purvis Young. Over Otis Taylor's powerful blues soundtrack, dealers, curators and collectors discuss Young's impact on the art world, while his neighbors share stories about the artist they have known for decades as a bicycle-riding beacon of hope. As one old-timer puts it, "Purvis is Overtown." |
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