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We often discuss the importance of embracing other models and schools of thought when it comes to filmmaking. Much can be learned from the music, gaming and software industries. Filmmakers are after all entrepreneurs and …
We’re pleased to welcome another contributor to the project - Mike Ambs. I had the pleasure of meeting Mike at SXSW last month and he along with Amanda Walker have created an interesting new project …
by Marc Lougee
:: Mini Cameras: Small, like Diamonds There’s much talk on and offline concerning the advent of mini camera’s used in stop motion animation, specifically when used in tandem with DSLR’s. Some …
The following was originally published in Filmmaker Magazine. I thought it was appropriate to re-post since the FHTA submission period is coming to a close not to mention numerous filmmakers have been asking for info …
by Marc Lougee
:: Digital Image Capture and why we went there
From the outset, I wanted to shoot the film utilizing a high resolution source. My experience with digital capture for animation started while Animation …
M dot Strange reports - This was part of a presentation called “Adventures in self distribution” I describe the journey I took with my animated feature film “We are the Strange” From my bedroom to …
I’d like to take a moment to introduce a new contributor to the Workbook Project. Zachary Mortensen is an accomplished producer and co-founder of production company Ghost Robot. He’s produced numerous feature films, shorts and …
by Marc Lougee - In April 2007, I dropped a little article here on the workbookproject.com laying out a very basic DSLR/ shooting system that I had assembled for production of the stop motion animated …
The news of deals being struck is beginning to filter out of Park City. But behind the deal making that has become legendary is the reality of having to deliver the film. Long after the …
At the beginning of 10 MPH you’ll see Josh and I trying to get sponsors to help out with the whole Segway thing. It was really tough as many of the companies we talked to …
Tom Quinn reports - With Slamdance only a month away, I thought it may be worth detailing the process of prepping THE NEW YEAR PARADE for its Park City premiere. Fortunately for us, the IFP …
The new Case Study section of the Workbook, will focus on projects in development, production and distribution. The first case study details the Head Trauma cinema ARG (alternate reality game) which not only promoted …
If you’ve never dealt with trying to get into film festivals and that’s in the plans, go buy Chris Gore’s Ultimate Film Festival Survivor Guide. It was probably the singular most important thing to help …
Make movies yourself. Distribute them on your own. 10 MPH’s director Hunter Weeks writes a thorough overview of how he and Josh successfully made 10 MPH one of the most talked about indie films of …
This edition of POV comes from Christopher Rice. He has worked professionally as a script reader and is now working on his own material. In “May the Spec be with You!”, Christopher shares some insight …
Since I’m knee deep in pulling together the next HEAD TRAUMA cinema ARG, I thought I’d share some of my promotional materials. The following is an invite followed by a press release for the event. …
There is a new resource for those looking for information on ways to fund work. “The Film Finance Handbook - How to Fund Your Film,” provides a comprehensive look at traditional and new models of …
Cutting through the static
by Lance Weiler
Last November the internet hit a major milestone, over a 100 million sites with registered domain names and active content. The web is considered to be the great equalizer for …
How your favorite video games can help you make a film that is not the sux0R
By: M dot Strange
Recently I did a few lectures on animation and film making for San Jose State University students. …
Shooting The Pit and the Pendulum with a Mac Mini computer & a Nikon D70s DSLR camera
By Marc Lougee
We shot the short stop motion animated film, The Pit and the Pendulum using Nikon D70s DSLR’s …
