What's coming up.
Every class, event, and program in one place, in order. Our classes are intentionally small and they fill up fast, so grab your spot early. If something sells out, join the waitlist and you'll be notified the moment a seat opens.
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Fall Film Social.
Thu Sep 10 · 6–8pm · Cinemaker, 916 Springdale Rd
An evening for people who make film and art in Austin. Meet the team, walk the fall calendar with us, hear our Austin Studio Tour plans first, and get into a few things we haven't announced yet. Sips, snacks, no pretension, and a free tote if you bring proof of a fall class registration. Come as you are.
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Official Austin Studio Tour Community Partner.
In collaboration with Govalle Elementary and the Govalle Cultural District, we're bringing media arts production and exhibition opportunities to all ages, with a special focus on youth and families. More information coming soon.
With support from the Texas Commission on the Arts and the City of Austin ACME Division.
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Creative Development Lab with Meghan Ross.
Sep 19–20 · Sat–Sun · 10am–4pm
Meghan Ross is an Austin writer, director, producer, and comedian who makes work with as much heart as humor. She was selected for the Women at Sundance x Adobe Fellowship and the Sundance Episodic Lab for her comedy Here to Make Friends, and her earlier shorts premiered on The New Yorker. Two days, discussion-based, no gear. Bring the project you keep not finishing.
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Cinema Obscura: open call.
Opens Oct 1 · Closes Oct 15
A call for media arts projects for Cinema Obscura, our exhibition during the November Austin Studio Tour. Eligibility, submission details, and the form go live when the call opens. More information soon.
Coming soonMake the studio your studio.
Two big studios in East Austin with pro lighting, grip, and backdrops. No hourly clock. A tour is included with every application.
Not sure where to start with classes?
Tell us where you are and where you want to go, and we'll help you find the right first class. No pressure, just a friendly conversation.
September.
Mon
Digital Filmmaking: Script to Screen
Wed
Narrative Filmmaking Intensive
Thu
Fall Film Social
Thu
Intro to Screenwriting for Films
Sat–Sun
Intro to Camera: Cinematography Basics
Mon
Intro to Screenwriting for Films
Fri
Artist Access Program Orientation
Sat–Sun
Intro to Adobe Premiere Pro
Sat–Sun
Creative Development Lab with Meghan Ross
Sat–Sun
Intro to Lighting for Film & Video
October.
Thu
Artist Access Program Begins
Thu
Cinema Obscura: Open Call for Media Arts Projects
Sat–Sun
Intro to Cinema Cameras
Tue
Digital Filmmaking: Script to Screen
Thu
Editing Theory & Aesthetics
Sat–Sun
Intro to Super 8 Filmmaking
Wed
Intro to Production Management
Thu
Cinema Obscura: Open Call Closes
Sat–Sun
Intro to Production Management
Sat–Sun
Intro to 2D Digital Animation
Tue
Intro to Rotoscope Animation
Sat–Sun
Intro to Camera: Cinematography Basics
Sat–Sun
Intro to Sound Recording for Film & Video
November.
Sun
Film & Friends Showcase: Step 1 Submissions Open
Mon
Intro to Audio Post-Production
Sun
Film & Friends Showcase: Step 2 Submissions Open
Mon
Film & Friends Showcase: Submission Deadline
December.
Sat
Film & Friends Showcase
Sat–Sun
Intro to DaVinci Resolve 19
Sat
Film & Friends Showcase
Sat–Sun
Intro to Adobe Premiere Pro
Wed