Lighting is about more than providing enough illumination for a good exposure, it is a vital element of the art of filmmaking. Artfully applied light adds texture, depth and shape to everything within a scene. With the DSLR revolution, filmmaking is becoming more about imagination and less about expensive equipment. Yet while these cameras require far less light than their film counterparts, if the cinematography is not enhancing the story then a major piece of the film making equation is missing.

This workshop will equip you with a practical understanding of how to use light in all it’s beautiful forms to support the mood of a scene, maintain continuity and control what nature provides you. It will be most useful for the still photographer who is adding filmmaking to their skill-set or anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of lighting for moving subjects. Professional gear, HD cameras, live talent & scene settings will all be on hand at this highly useful workshop taught by one of the Northwests most experienced Directors of Photography.

This class covers:

• Drawing the Form; how to determine where the light should come from

• When & Why to use or mix different types of light; tungsten, fluorescent, LED or HMI

• Controlling, shaping and altering light using both professional and poor mans tools

• Using color to support mood and emotion…the love affair between production design and cinematography

Price-$195.00
Schedule-June 14th 6pm-9:30pm
To keep this workshop productive, attendance will be limited to the first 15 registrants

How to Register-just email our office manger: orianna@limbofilms.com

About Gary Nolton:
Gary studied film at the prestigious Art Center College of Design. In 1998 he launched Limbo Films, filming broadcast
commercials, digital content and corporate communications. Recently, Limbo has begun producing independent long form narrative and documentary films as well.

Gary has shot for:
Adidas, Blue Cross, Bonita Bay, Budweiser, Coca-Cola, Converse, Del Taco, Dove, Dunlop Golf, Gatorade, Honda,
Jansport, Jantzen, Intel, L.L. Bean, McDonald’s, Microsoft, Napa Auto, NIKE, Nikon, Nintendo, Papa John’s, Precept Golf, SBC, Sprint, Sony, Tommy Bahama, Windstar Cruises among hundreds of others.

Credit goes to Kristi Turnquist for bring the video to my attention but I had to post this video from local filmmaker James Winters.  It’s a hilarious remake of the classic Beastie Boys video “Sabatoge”.  All I can say is well done James Winters, well done.

-Vince Porter

Shannon Schaefer Bart (Sustainable Production Manager NBC Universal) and Steve Oster (Producer, "Grimm") with the Green Award

NBC Universal’s series, “Grimm” was honored for it’s environmentally friendly production practices at the 33rd Annual Travel Portland Tourism and Hospitality Industry Awards last week.  This award recognizes environmentally friendly business practices that “help sustain Oregon’s exceptional quality of life”.

“Grimm” has utilized many local green and sustainable vendors during season 1 and plans on doing the same (and hopefully more) during season 2. They begin shooting later this month.

NBC Universal’s Green Is Universal has a corporate-wide environmental initiative that aims to lessen their shows’ environmental impact by working with local resources and finding innovative ways to improve on their overall footprint.  Our office, as well as the City of Portland and Metro, has worked closely with “Grimm” in identify Oregon resources

In season 1 “Grimm” was able to:

sort food for compost and providing compostable utensils on location and reusable flatware and silverware

did not purchase plastic water bottles , most of the crew are using their Grimm stainless bottles

recycle on set

use biodiesel-blended fuel in trucks

use recycled latex paint where possible

use biodegradable cleaning supplies

Additionally, “Grimm” tracked it’s environmental footprint in order to find solutions to reduce energy consumption and this will provide useful knowledge for future shows.

Shannon Schaefer Bart, Mike Pratt (Eagle Plywood) and Jerry Gabrio (PlyVeneer) looking at the plywood making process

One local company we have been tracking is PlyVeneer and their product, ScenicPly  (an FSC Certified alternative to the set building material Luan).  You may have read about them on this blog before (they won the Oregon Governor’s  Green Leader Award last year).  PlyVeneer and their LA partner, EcoScenic set out to create a green and sustainable product they could use to build sets instead of using Luan.  (Luan uses many imported tropical hardwoods from forests in SE Asia).  Meeting the workers and seeing how ScenicPly is made at both the PlyVeneer plant and the Eagle Plywood plant in Harrisburg, was fascinating.  Who knew so much precision and skill went into making this product!  ScenicPly is being used on sets in Hollywood as well as here in Oregon and is getting good reviews.  The two plants we visited will hopefully be poised to hire on more workers as demand for the product gains momentum.

-Jane

Deadline for RECEIPT of complete mailed applications is July 31, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.

Application and full grant guidelines available at: http://wifpdx.org/grants.html

About the WIF-PDX / Faerie Godmother Production Grant

The purpose of the WIF-PDX/FG Production Grant is to support women working in media in Oregon and SW Washington (ClarkCounty.) The goal of this grant is to provide financial support aiding in the production or completion of a consequential piece of work, while helping to advance the artist’s vision and craft.

The awardee will receive:

• $3000 Cash Award

• Legal services with Entertainment Attorney Candice E. Jackson

• A complimentary screening venue (200 seat capacity) for your completed film, including light catering.

• Two full festival passes to the 2013 POWFest and the 2013 Ashland Independent Film Festival.

• Two Patron Level (includes VIP reception) passes to one of the 2013 Voices lecture series, celebrating women’s leadership around the world.

• WIF-PDX support of your project through our newsletter, website, and Facebook page.

Please visit the WIFPDX website for the full application packet!

Ok So I don’t understand French but if you do, here’s a clip covering the event and Portland.

Click here to view the embedded video.