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Discover the art of cinematography and storytelling in the heart of Chicago through hands-on film classes that cover everything from camera technique to editing. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Chicago film scene with classes in screenwriting, directing, and producing, where you'll learn from industry professionals and gain the skills to bring your creative vision to life on the big screen.

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Video Playlist: Soheila Azadi

Museum of Contemporary Photography Colum

Video Playlist is a recurring series of one-night public video screenings guest programmed by artists whose work engages with topics connected to MoCP exhibitions. Soheila Azadi will screen a selection of film and video works drawn from her dedication to an expanded discourse of transnational feminism. Azadi’s practice engages critically and sensually with material related to customs and systems that seek to separate and oppress. Azadi is an interdisciplinary...

(3) All levels 16 and older
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Spring Break Camp: Filmmaking (Ages 9-13)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Experiment with a variety of film making strategies to bring your own stories to life! Learn about video production and post-production, camera operation, editing, directing, acting, and writing by working in a small group to create a short film. Use video cameras and edit your film in Adobe Premiere. No need to bring any supplies, but come prepared to film outside.  Families and friends are invited to a film screening on the Friday of camp...

(83) All levels 9 - 13 years old
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$580

5 sessions

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Adventures in Video Making (Ages 13-17)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn essential digital filmmaking skills as well as a range of approaches to what moving images can be. Using digital video cameras, we will learn how to shoot, write, direct, and edit in Adobe Premiere. Students will work in groups and be given the opportunity to explore fictional, documentary and experimental formats.

(83) All levels 13 - 17 years old
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$280

9 sessions

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AbelCine AC Academy

AbelCine Training

Do you want to expand your knowledge of working on set to successfully handle larger, more professional productions with bigger camera setups? Do you want to learn all the technical terms and on-set roles? If so, we have you covered with our immersive, two-day AC Academy. Not only will you learn about the on-set roles and responsibilities, but you will get to perform them in groups in real-world production scenarios. You'll learn everything from...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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Steadicam Bronze Workshop

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

Steadicam® is now a commonly used tool within the film and television industry, however it requires training and practice in order to produce good results. More than just a stabilizer, as a shooting system it is able to provide an individual style to the production often greatly desired by producers and directors. Additionally, complex moving scenes can not only be quicker to shoot, but also more dramatic by adding pace and dimension to the...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$800

2 sessions

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Phantom Flex4K Intensive Workshop

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

This one-day course is an intensive, hands-on class designed to train a technically oriented Filmmaker, Digital Imaging Technician or Camera Assistant to the level of operating a Phantom Flex4K in the field as a Phantom Technician. Upon course completion, you will be added to AbelCine’s online Phantom Tech List. Who Should Attend: DPs DITs ACs Topics include: Morning Part 1: Introduction to Phantom High-Speed Camera...

(48) Intermediate 18 and older
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$1,780

2 sessions

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Resolve Color Grading Commercials Master Class

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

This Masterclass-level course is designed for discerning freelance or staff colorists working on commercials inside high-end facilities, as well as digital content filmmakers looking to elevate their skills to another level. Participants will work on a commercial from preparation for grading, through to the final deliverables for multiple platforms: TV, online, outdoors and in-store. We will focus on a very important aspect of beauty treatments...

(48) Advanced 18 and older
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$1,200

2 sessions

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MoVI Intensive Workshop

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

You'll learn the technical aspects as well as the craft and philosophy behind the MōVI system. This two-day course is an intensive, hands-on class designed to fully immerse an experienced camera operator in all of the knowledge necessary to use the Freefly MōVI. Topics: Day 1 – Introduction   1) The concepts behind the MōVI  2) Sample footage  3) How the MōVI differs from other stabilization systems 4) Product Tour ...

(48) Intermediate 18 and older
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$800

2 sessions

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REDucation

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

Offering a fully immersive training environment, REDucation provides the on-set and post-production experience needed to feel confident when shooting with any of RED's professional cameras. This is real-world training taught by industry professionals.  REDucation is tailored for all skill levels, from students to working professionals. REDucation instructors teach application knowledge of RED's entire RAW workflow process, from digital acquisition...

(48) Intermediate 18 and older
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$1,500

3 sessions

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Lighting Techniques on a Budget

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

Lighting Techniques on a Budget: A Small to No Crew Production Workshop This hands-on lighting workshop will teach you how to choose the right lighting equipment for your projects and your budget (for small to no crew productions). You will get to see and use a variety of lighting gear, from low to high-end lighting equipment and accessories in a real-world production environment.  Your instructor, Jem Schofield of theC47, will take attendees...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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$300
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Sony FS5 Intensive

AbelCine Training

The Sony FS5 Intensive is a one-day workshop that teaches the operation of this camera, including how to acquire images in all of its recording formats. Particular attention will be paid to production and post-production workflows using Log. Attributes of picture profiles will be discussed, as will the ability to capture raw images, which is coming in a future firmware update. Lens options, signal output, and internal and external recording will...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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VariCam Intensive

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

This full day workshop is for owners of the VariCam, or those who are planning to purchase in the future, who want to learn all of the functions of the camera as well as learning how to shoot. The VariCam 35 & HS cameras combine the famous look of the original VariCam with the modern formats and functions of a digital cinema camera. The VariCam 35 is designed for cinematic use, offering a 4K sensor with 14+ stop of dynamic range. The VariCam...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$250
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Digital AC Series 101: Basic Knowledge & Practices

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

This class is designed to give you a good grounding in all aspects of a professional motion picture camera. You will learn all the key components that are used to build a professional camera system and will become familiar with the functionality of all pro tripod and fluid head platforms. Camera support, form and function are discussed, as well as all accessories relating to camera body and lens function. Routing of electronics and electrical accessories,...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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Digital AC Series 201: Building the Camera

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

The Digital AC 201 class builds on knowledge gained from the 101 class. This class will approach the curriculum from a professional camera prep point of view. You will learn to build camera packages according to the needs of production. Issues such as aspect ratio, frame rates, monitoring scenarios, and codecs will be discussed. Once these criteria have been covered, you will build a camera from the ground up into a complete package. Once...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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2nd AC on Set

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

Approaching the role from a professional production point of view, this hands-on course defines the role of the 2nd AC, equipping participants with on-set tips and tricks of the trade. Participants will have the opportunity to build a complete camera system using all the gear found on set today. They will learn to interchange components quickly and with precision. Through practical exercises including lens handling, equipment terms, data wrangling,...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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Wireless Video Intensive

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

This workshop teaches the technical principles and hands-on configuration of wireless video technology for studio, handheld, and gimbal applications. It explores a variety of wireless video equipment used to monitor the camera on set, and setups are covered from a logistical and practical point of view. This hands-on, intensive workshop gives participants a good grounding in wireless video technology and equips them with the skills to build, rig...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$150
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Full Tilt: Gambling in Literature & Film

The Newberry @ 60 W Walton St, Chicago, IL

Get your poker face ready for this class focused on how gambling is depicted in literature and film. From classics like Dostoevsky’s "The Gambler" to cult novels like A. Alvarez’s "The Biggest Game in Town," this class will explore depictions of gambling in literature, both fiction and non-fiction, and film, with a special emphasis on poker.  We will ask, how does the randomness intrinsic to gambling create narrative suspense, tension,...

(4) All levels 18 and older
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$195

4 sessions

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OnSet Media Management: Making the Copy

AbelCine Training

This class is designed to demystify the process of onset media management. The first half of the class will cover all media types, connections and their speeds, and basic computer science. The second half will cover various offloading programs and best practices and will include hands-on time with a number of media offload stations, card readers, and programs. Who Should Attend: This workshop is designed for anyone who wants to learn the basics...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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Quick Start Canon Cameras

AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL

This course gets attendees ready to use these cameras on their next project. The class teaches the fundamentals of prepping and operating Canon cameras and is designed for ACs or anyone already familiar with basic camera operation. This half-day, hands-on class covers what to look out for during a rental prep, such as back focus, firmware, and lens mount options, as well as common methods for trouble shooting in the field. Experienced trainers...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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Quick Start for Sony Cameras

AbelCine Training

This workshop will get you ready to use Sony cameras on your next project. You will learn the fundamentals of prepping and operating Sony cameras, including what to look out for during a rental prep such as back focus, firmware, and lens mount options.  You will also learn common methods for trouble shooting in the field. You will be taken through menu operation, project set up, user buttons and practical shooting scenarios and configurations....

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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