Training Days
At Frame On Frame we run a variety of training opportunities for actors and filmmakers. We have designed our courses to provide professionals with the specific knowledge and skills that will support them in the independent film industry. We aim to provide practical experience, share information, build confidence and inspire.
All our course vary in their structure from workshops to one to one training. This is because we believe in approaching every situation differently in order to get the best out of each opportunity.
All our courses are practical with relatively small class sizes which cater to needs of individuals. Each class has been designed to provide straight forward training and experience that will help you in your career. We hope this personal and practical approach will provide young professionals with industry know how that may have taken them years to pick up.
All our course vary in their structure from workshops to one to one training. This is because we believe in approaching every situation differently in order to get the best out of each opportunity.
All our courses are practical with relatively small class sizes which cater to needs of individuals. Each class has been designed to provide straight forward training and experience that will help you in your career. We hope this personal and practical approach will provide young professionals with industry know how that may have taken them years to pick up.
Welcome to Frame On Frame technical One To One training.
Our one to one editing course is suitable for beginners to intermediate editors using Final Cut Studio 2.
The tutor Trevor Hughes is a certified Apple user, and has been working as an editor and colour grader for several years.
The one to one training is designed around what you want to learn, so you can choose to focus on anything from setting up for the edit to colour grading, to motion or creative story telling through the edit.
Trevor will take you through every step of the workflow to ensure that you will be able to apply new skills effectively outside of the workshop.
This is a strictly one to one tutoring that will run at your pace. The fee for the day is £175, any further days tutoring after that will be discounted at 15%. Evening Class can also be arranged.
To book your place and discuss what you are hoping to gain from the day just contact Trevor Hughes:
trevorhughes@frameonframe.co.uk
This is a one day practical film making course that take you through the basic process of low budget film making. We will be looking at the basic’s of camera, shot choices, camera set ups, lighting and blocking a scene. We will be shooting a scene with two actors. The cost for the entire day is £250, this cost can be one to one or split between a small group.
This course will be looking specifically at getting the most out of high definition technology. We will be working with a Panasonic HVX200 and Firestore. We will cover basic hd workflow to shooting in real slow motion.
The day is £250 for one to one tutoring or £150 per person for a small group.
Welcome to Frame On Frame Actors workshop
Frame On Frame have developed a one day intensive practical workshop for actors looking in depth at screen performance. It aims to demythologize screen performance, providing actors with confidence and trust in the camera. This workshop is not just about actors hitting their marks, by placing the emphasis on the technical aspect of screen performance, actors are able to be more relaxed and creative. We believe with this foundation and understanding of how film is a pieced together an actor is freed up to do what they do best.
We will be working with a group of approximately six actors.
By keeping the group very small we can guarantee that actors will get the most out of this opportunity. The first half of the workshop will involve breaking down scenes from various films in terms of blocking and framing, looking at shot sizes and performance etc.
In the second half of the class, each actor will play out a scripted scene that will be filmed with very specific blocking and framing using a variety of shots. Other actors are encouraged to look at the monitor to understand how specific blocking effects what we see and experience on screen. The day will be an intensive, fun rewarding learning environment with a good balance of practical work, observation and discussion.
We will be shooting in high definition and working with track and jib to highlight the difference between moving and static camera. We will also work with lens adapters to give an idea of depth of field and shot size and how this effects performance. There is also the opportunity for actors to purchase an edited version of the scene on dvd.
The workshop is a great environment to try things out, share experience and pass on advice. It is ideally suited to actors who are looking for more screen experience and a greater understanding of screen acting practice and technique. By focusing on blocking and framing for camera and shooting for the edit we aim to equip actors with the professional know-how that may otherwise take years to pick up.
We will be covering:
• Blocking for screen
• Framing, film grammar, depth of field
• Tailoring performance for shot size
• Continuity
• Eye line
• How screen and theatre performance differs
• Maintaining focus and on set practice
By keeping the group very small we can guarantee that actors will get the most out of this opportunity. The first half of the workshop will involve breaking down scenes from various films in terms of blocking and framing, looking at shot sizes and performance etc.
In the second half of the class, each actor will play out a scripted scene that will be filmed with very specific blocking and framing using a variety of shots. Other actors are encouraged to look at the monitor to understand how specific blocking effects what we see and experience on screen. The day will be an intensive, fun rewarding learning environment with a good balance of practical work, observation and discussion.
We will be shooting in high definition and working with track and jib to highlight the difference between moving and static camera. We will also work with lens adapters to give an idea of depth of field and shot size and how this effects performance. There is also the opportunity for actors to purchase an edited version of the scene on dvd.
The workshop is a great environment to try things out, share experience and pass on advice. It is ideally suited to actors who are looking for more screen experience and a greater understanding of screen acting practice and technique. By focusing on blocking and framing for camera and shooting for the edit we aim to equip actors with the professional know-how that may otherwise take years to pick up.
We will be covering:
• Blocking for screen
• Framing, film grammar, depth of field
• Tailoring performance for shot size
• Continuity
• Eye line
• How screen and theatre performance differs
• Maintaining focus and on set practice
The workshop is run by Claire Barker (director) and Trevor Hughes (dop).
Claire and Trevor have worked extensively together on several film projects as Director and Director of Photography. By having both a director and DOP present we are able to look deeper at how the choices they make relate to performance and also create a more authentic filming environment.
Claire and Trevor have worked extensively together on several film projects as Director and Director of Photography. By having both a director and DOP present we are able to look deeper at how the choices they make relate to performance and also create a more authentic filming environment.
PRESENTS A ONE DAY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP FOR ACTORS BLOCKING, AND SCREEN PERFORMANCE FOR ACTORS - Cost £80 for the day.
To apply: Email clairebarker@frameonframe.co.uk, or tel: 07786563692 or trevorhughes@frameonframe.co.uk