Camera Basics Orientation with DARC

October 29, 2024

4 PM - 6 PM EST

HD-OH-MI! How hard can it be? Camera bodies and basic settings.

OVERVIEW

If terms like depth of field, f-stop and ISO feel intimidating, this session will help clear up some mystery on how to get a sharp cinematic image. This demo uses three different cameras to review basic manual functions and settings, review the exposure triangle, and get users comfortable with camera bodies for various shooting scenarios.

INSTRUCTOR

Leading this is Extended Access member Conor DeVries! Conor is an award winning documentary filmmaker and professional cinematographer. His films have been screened at festivals internationally and toured across Canada. Most of this work is meant to start a conversation; ideas and perspectives to challenge the norm and spark transformation as a result. In addition to his own films, Conor has shot a wide range of projects as a cinematographer/DOP including international documentary series, music videos, short films and concerts.

This is a great opportunity to chat with someone who does this for a living, refresh what you learned in Intro to Filmmaking or see the cameras that DARC has to offer for your video art, installation, or narrative based works.

ACCESS

This is an in-person workshop offered at Digital Arts Resource Centre (67 Nicholas St, Ottawa).

All doors at DARC have accessibility buttons to press for automatic entry. DARC is located on the main floor (one story above ground) of the Arts Court building. DARC’s main entrance is located at 67 Nicholas Street which is fully wheelchair accessible. Alternate wheelchair-accessible entry is available through 2 Daly Ave at the Arts Court main entrance or the Ottawa Art Gallery. Elevator access is available from 9AM – 11PM. DARC staff are available and happy to assist with all inquiries and requests regarding physical access. We also welcome inquiry, feedback, and resources regarding accessibility and accessibility improvement by phone (613.238.7648 x. 6) or by email at access@digitalartsresourcecentre.ca.

About DARC's Workshops

Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) provides training in a varied range of disciplines related to filmmaking and media art while making a dedicated effort to create a pathway to an intersectional education. We aspire to be a platform for creative support and community building through active participation and exchange of knowledge. Our workshops and courses explore the ways in which technical and conceptual frameworks can be used as tools to improve your creative practice. DARC’s educational offerings are open to members and the general public engaged in the creation of non-commercial, independent productions and work.

Workshop Pricing

DARC’s single-session online workshops are offered on a sliding scale, meaning individuals determine their own fee based on what they can afford.

We understand that everyone’s situation is different. When registering for workshops, we ask that you honestly examine your privilege (i.e. education, generational wealth, parental or community support, partnership status, and other circumstances that may provide a safety net when financial setbacks occur).

DARC also offers a no cost ticket option if access to funds is a barrier to participation. For more information please email us.

Who Is Eligible to Register for Workshops?

Workshops are open to Digital Arts Resource Centre members and the general public engaged in the creation of non-commercial, independent productions and work (Non-commercial, independent productions are productions for which the director retains copyright and artistic control, and for which the production is neither being produced for a client nor for the purpose of advertising or promotion).

Who Is Ineligible for Workshops?

Digital Arts Resource centre does not offer our workshops to persons employed by any government body or any major corporation if the resources are being used to facilitate benefit for one’s employer or for corporate professional development within one of these kinds of organizations. Our workshops are heavily subsidized as they are available only for independent artists/learners who cannot typically afford to take corporate rate workshops. You can find non-subsidized workshops from our friends at SPAO or Henry’s.

Cancellation

DARC is unable to provide course attendee refunds for cancellations. DARC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses if necessary.