Past Workshop Descriptions

Optical Printing with the JK

Learn the basics of optical printing with LIFT’s user friendly JK optical printer in this hands-on workshop. Optical printing allows filmmakers to re-photograph to film. Typically used for copying and restoring old film material, filmmakers take advantage of the machine’s flexibility to use for experimental film projects. Topics include: step printing, superimposition, bipacking film and blowing up 8mm and Super 8mm footage to 16mm. Participants will watch and discuss a variety of optically printed films, and have an opportunity to practice hands-on exercises to familiarize themselves with this versatile piece of equipment. Discover the aesthetic possibilities available using the LIFT's JK Optical Printer.

Analogue Film experience is recommended to participate in this workshop. The Introduction to Independent Filmmaking, Camera Theory workshop and/or prior optical printing experience are strongly recommended as a prerequisites. This workshop is recommended as a companion to the Bolex 16mm Cameras, Experimental Animation on 16mm Film, Darkroom Play with 16mm Colour Film, Hand Processing Black and White Film, and Hand Processing Colour Film workshops.

 

Category: Creative Practises
Maximum Capacity: 6
6 hours of instruction $125 /member$150 /nonmember

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