Workshops

Filmmaking and artists workshops and retreats for creatives of all types.

Intro to Filmmaking - Free Online Class

This free one-hour online class will cover a mini introduction to filmmaking. It will include story development and screenwriting, pre-production project management, and equipment overview. All of these elements will assist you in the process of shooting your short film. This workshop is geared toward the beginner filmmaker but all levels of experience are welcome.

Meet Tara, Leah, and Jessica in this intro one-hour class as they share their real life experience in the film industry. This class will also highlight an overview of a in-person hands-on weekend workshop they are hosting near Frederick, Maryland on May 30-31. More details on this page below.

Date: Sunday April 12th
Time: 10am - 11am (or sign-up and get the recording)

Learn:

How to turn your story into a script
Pre-production planning
Equipment needs and options

Meet your instructors

Leah Clare Michaels

Teaching: Screenwriting
Leah is an award winning filmmaker, media artist, and educator with 16 years of experience in media arts and production. Her films have toured internationally. Her most recent short film, Moon Crab, has won four awards and will broadcast on PBS in April. Leah is also a Fulbright grantee, a Saul Zaentz Innovation Fund Fellow, and a recipient of multiple Maryland State Arts Council grants.

Jessical Mendel

Teaching: Pre-Production Planning
Jessica has 10 years of experience in animation and media production. Her credits includes shows on Netflix, Apple TV, and Hulu. She specializes in production management and currently working on her own short stop animation film. She hosts the WIFV Art of Animation monthly online gathering.

Tara Roberts Zabriskie

Teaching: Equipment for all budget levels.
Tara has been involved in video production and filmmaking for 20 years. She is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and her films have appeared on PBS. She has filmed in all kinds of conditions from the snowy mountains to the stormy seas.

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Intro to Filmmaking Workshop Weekend
May 30-31

At the end of this 2-day workshop participants will have the knowledge to write their first short script for narrative or documentaries, have knowledge of the grant writing process, how to budget and track your progress, and get hands-on experience with filming and editing.

Date: May 30-31

Location: Tiny Hidden Ridge, a rustic retreat center in Washington County, Maryland surrounded by nature.

Registration and Cost Details Coming Soon

Tiny Hidden Ridge

Want to stay on-site? - we offer two tiny houses, and 2 private rooms - all have A/C, heat Wifi, and access to a shared bathroom and full kitchen. The accommodations are simple and cozy. Perfect for people who love being in nature. You can read our Airbnb reviews to get a feel for the space.