Cameraless Animation on 16mm Film with FRAMES Film Series
- 2 hours ago
- 2 min read
Saturday May 9th
1-4pm
Free
Facilitated by: Sebastian Di Trolio and Joe Heindl of FRAMES Film Series
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cameraless-animation-on-16mm-film-with-frames-film-series-tickets-1988644497224?aff=oddtdtcreator
In this hands-on DIY film workshop, we’ll explore an inventive array of techniques for
creating our own animated 16mm film loops, as well as learn the basic fundamentals of
film projection. Think of it as assembling experimental analogue GIF's!
This session will provide a fully tactile experience, encouraging participants to combine a variety of artistic approaches such as painting, drawing, splicing and etching on both transparent film and existing 'found footage'. We'll also explore ways to manipulate the film’s optical soundtrack to distort and synthesize audio elements alongside our animated images.
Whether endeavouring for meticulous frame-by-frame drawings or spontaneous ink
abstractions, the process offers a first-hand understanding of the essential principles of animation as well as an introductory primer on the mechanical function of the 16mm Projector.
All materials will be provided and absolutely no prior knowledge or experience with the medium is required. Simple experiments often yield vibrant and surprising results!
Facilitated by Sebastian Di Trolio and Joe Heindl.
Joe Heindl is a graphic designer, screen print artist and polymath technician specializing in repairs and rebuilds of motion picture film projectors and related equipment. He also manages production logistics for FRAMES Film Series.
Sebastian Di Trolio is a local enthusiast & projectionist of analogue motion picture film. With a strong dedication to supporting and promoting media arts in the community, his particular interests include artisanal & avant garde filmmakers, experimental animation and subjects related to visual arts & the humanities. In addition, he maintains a significant archive of 16mm film prints, ephemera and rare resources which he makes available to other researchers and exhibitors. Sebastian is the programmer and co-founder of FRAMES Film Series, an independently operated nomadic screening series in London, Ontario.
