Screenwriting Classes
Film/Digital
Video Classes
Photography Classes
Digital
Photography Classes
Web Design
Instructor Profiles
SCREENWRITING
CLASSES
Elements of Screenwriting
Instructor: Michael Maupin
Tuesdays, April 12–June 7, 7–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 5
Tuition: $275/$235 members
Max. enrollment: 12 students
What makes a successful screenplay? This introductory course will provide you with the basic skills and tools for writing a speculation (“spec”) screenplay—i.e., one designed to be read and evaluated, as opposed to a shooting script. In this course you’ll learn:
Screenplay basics, such as how the script serves as a film’s “blueprint”
How three-act structure and character development produce a compelling and emotionally satisfying screenplay
What constitutes a scene and how it works toward creating forward action
How to keep dialogue short, but effective
Tricks for brainstorming plot points and character qualities
Tips on marketing and promoting your finished screenplay
Students are encouraged to bring story ideas to the first session and will be given two assignments to develop their screenwriting skills. Assignments must be prepared on computer, preferably with screenwriting software (Final Draft, Scriptware, etc.); however, those who don't have such software will be given tips on proper formatting with word processors such as Microsoft Word. The course culminates in two Script Workshop sessions, where students are invited to bring in their first ten script pages for an in-class workshop experience. The course objective is to have students on their way to writing their first-draft screenplay.
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Advanced Screenwriting Workshop
Instructor: Michael Maupin
Wednesdays, April 13–June 8, 7–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 6
Tuition: $255/$215 members
Max. enrollment: 8 students
This course is open to all screenwriters who have completed a prerequisite screenwriting basics course (either IFP’s Elements of Screenwriting or elsewhere) and who have completed at least a first-draft feature script between 90 and 120 pages maximum. Class structure: 75% workshop process (10-15 pages from each student per class meeting); 15% assignments; 10% lecture. All students are expected to bring in sufficient copies of their work-in-progress for the workshop portion—no exceptions. The workshop will assist the practicing spec screenwriter with honing dialogue, analyzing structure and in-depth scene assessment to ensure the script achieves forward and compelling action. The course will set the writer on a firm course toward subsequent rewrites of his/her screenplay.
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From Page to Screen: Writing for Documentary
Instructors: Emily Goldberg & John Whitehead
Saturday, May 14, 1–4pm
Reg. deadline: May 7
Tuition: $85/$60 members
Max. enrollment: 25 students
This workshop covers an important but overlooked aspect of non-fiction filmmaking: the written word. Topics covered include: conceptualizing subjects; writing proposals and treatments; working with interview transcripts; “writing” in the editing room – how to structure non-narrated stories; and developing publicity materials. Students are encouraged to bring their ideas in whatever stage of development. Constructive criticism and individual consultation will be offered.
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FILM
/ DIGITAL VIDEO CLASSES
Introduction to Video Production
Instructor: Christopher Mick
Mondays, April 11–June 13 (no class May 30), 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 4
Tuition: $285/$245 members
Max. enrollment: 16 students
This course will teach you how to shoot and manage basic studio and field production. You’ll also learn basics of lighting, sound and editing principles. By the completion of the class, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of all elements of the video production process, as well as how to prepare a written preproduction package.
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Introduction to Final Cut Pro 4
Instructors: Michael Sutz (Sec. 1 & 2); Paul Bernhardt (Sec. 3)
Section 1: Sat. & Sun., April 16 & 17, 10am–4pm
Section 2: Saturdays, May 14 & 21, 10am–4pm
Section 3: Saturdays, June 18 & 25, 10am–4pm
Reg. deadlines: Sec. 1–April 9; Sec. 2–May 7; Sec. 3–June 11
Tuition: $225/$195 members
Max. enrollment: 6 students per section
This course covers basic non-linear editing with Final Cut Pro 4 software through demonstrations and hands-on instruction on a Macintosh G5 & G4 computer (OS X), using footage provided by instructor. Tuition includes 8 hours of system time outside of class during course. Previous Macintosh experience is required. Register for this and Cinematography for DV and take $10 off both!
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Intermediate Final Cut Pro 4 Workshop
Instructor: Michael Sutz
Saturday, April 30, 10am–4pm
Reg. deadline: April 23
Tuition: $140/$105 members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
In this one-day workshop you'll learn the more advanced features of digital editing with Final Cut Pro 4. Topics include titling, compositing, keyframes, motion paths and media management. Basic Final Cut Pro experience is required.
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Cinematography for DV
Instructor: Keith Tromiczak
Thursdays, April 21 & 28, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 14
Tuition: $140/$105 members
Max. enrollment: 12 students
Learn the basic principles of cinematography for digital video using the Canon XL-1, GL-1 and GL-2 MiniDV cameras. You’ll learn how to utilize cameras, light, space and subject in order to maximize results. The class will include a comprehensive overview of camera operations. Register for this and Introduction to Final Cut Pro 4 and take $10 off both!
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Directing Actors for Film
Instructor: Christopher Mick
Wednesdays, April 20–May 18, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 13
Tuition: $220/$190
Max. enrollment: 15 students
In this hands-on class, directing students will go through all phases of the director/actor relationship, from posting casting notices to auditions, call-backs, rehearsals, blocking, collaborating on character and performance, individual vs. group casting and dynamics. Working area actors will be brought in for scheduled read-throughs and acting stages. This is a great experience for those new to the process of working with actors or those wishing to refine their skills or explore certain aspects of the director/actor relationship more fully. A basic film/video production class or equivalent experience is required to take this course.
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Authoring with DVD Studio Pro 2
Instructor: Dain Ingebretson
Thursdays, May 19–June 9, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: May 12
Tuition: $225/$195 members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
A great follow-up to Final Cut Pro editing, the process of learning DVD Studio Pro covers the basics of what a DVD is, opening up the process beyond iDVD, allowing you to create your own unique DVDs without templates or guides. We'll cover transcoding, motion menus, chapters and audio for DVDs. We'll also discuss alternative uses for DVDs, especially digital images and music. A basic familiarity with both Final Cut Pro and Photoshop (or similar programs) is very helpful. Tuition includes one DVD-R and 5 hours of system time outside of class during the course.
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Introduction to Color Correction
Instructor: Oscar Oboza
Saturday, May 21, 1–4pm
Location: Hi-Wire, 555 Nicollet Mall, Suite 391, Mpls
Reg. deadline: May 14
Tuition: $65/$45 members
Max. enrollment: 8 students
Learn the basic principles of color correction and how they can apply to your project with award winning colorist Oscar Oboza. The workshop will be held in the Transfer Suite at Hi-Wire, one of the region’s premier post-production facilities. You'll see many dramatic examples of "before and after" color correction, including commercials, music videos (Liz Phair's "Why Can't I?") and documentaries (Hoop Dreams and Melody Gilbert's A Life Without Pain). Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness color correction at Hi-Wire’s state-of-the-art facility!
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Graphic Elements of Film
Instructor: Christopher Mick
Wednesdays, May 25–June 22, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: May 18
Tuition: $195/$165 members
Max. enrollment: 15 students
This class examines the “graphic elements” of film—use of color, mise-en-scene, camera angle and location—that impart a great deal of visual information about story and character motivation to the viewer. To help foster an understanding of the rationale for those elemental decisions, the course will include film case studies by means of clips and script analysis. Students who have their own scripts and treatments may bring them for analysis as well. The impact and influence of still photographers, painters, graphic designers and computer game designers will also be discussed. A basic film/video production and/or screenwriting class is recommended in order to take this course.
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The Documentary Filmmaker’s Creative Vision
Instructor: Christopher Mick
Saturdays, June 4 & 11, 10am–1pm
Reg. deadline: May 27
Tuition: $140/$105 members
Max. enrollment: 20 students
This class will examine and analyze the filmmaking styles of such acclaimed documentary directors as Errol Morris, the Maysles brothers, Michael Moore, Ken Burns and Jan Harlan. Choices in subject matter, visual motifs, narrative structures, A/B roll issues, sound design and editing decisions will all be discussed as we view the work of these directors as well as that of some local award winning documentarians. In revealing these creative decisions, students will be aided in developing and refining their own documentary concepts and ideas. We’ll also explore preproduction issues for any students who may be preparing to begin a project.
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Making Your Video Sing
Instructor: John Whitehead
Saturdays, June 4 & 11, 2–5pm
Reg. deadline: May 27
Tuition: $140/$105 members
Max. enrollment: 12 students
Anyone can turn on a camcorder, flip it to auto mode and shoot. And that’s the problem – too many beginning filmmakers do just that. In the opinion of veteran filmmaker and videographer, John Whitehead, “We are awash in crappy-looking video!” In this two-day workshop, Whitehead will share his secrets on shooting quality footage. Through hands-on exercises this workshop will cover: the basics of composition; contrast control and lighting; basic interview set-ups; audio for video; shooting for editing; shooting “in the moment”; the “rules” and when to break them. Participants should bring a Mini-DV camcorder and 60-minute tape. Some of IFP’s Mini-DV camcorders will be available for demo for students who don’t have their own.
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The Craft of Music Videos
Instructor: Phil Harder
Saturday, June 18, 10am–5pm
Reg. deadline: June 11
Tuition: $140/$105 members
Max. enrollment: 25
Award winning music video director Phil Harder (Incubus, Prince, Liz Phair, Foo Fighters, Yellow Card, Matchbox Twenty) highlights the basics of the music video industry and how to apply the knowledge of filmmaking to the art of music videos. Samples of Phil’s music videos will be screened and analyzed. He’ll talk about getting started from scratch with a no-budget video, making contacts, and getting the ball rolling indie-style. Topics of discussion include approaches to breaking into the music video industry, writing treatments, developing storyboards, pre-production, the shoot, post-production and special f/x. The workshop will include a group editing session with footage provided by Phil.
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Basic Lighting & Grip Workshop
Instructor: Dan Miller
Saturday, June 18, 9am–4pm
Location: Lights On Minneapolis (www.lightson.com)
61 Bedford St SE, Mpls
Reg. deadline: June 11
Tuition: $150/$120 members
Max. enrollment: 15 students
This workshop is for anyone shooting on film or video wanting to effectively light a scene on a set. The class will cover lighting basics, starting with a demonstration of various lighting instruments, provided by Lights On, and how to manipulate them in a way to get a variety of looks and feel of the light. We’ll also discuss some basic grip gear and how to use it along with the light to achieve a desired effect. You’ll learn how to use lighting gear in 2, 3 and 4-point lighting set-ups to get desired results, plus tricks and tips to get your production moving on to the next set-up. There will be hands-on demonstrations for students to apply the techniques discussed in practical situations. Heavy leather/heat resistant gloves are recommended.
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Documentary Boot Camp
Instructor: Melody Gilbert
Saturday, June 25, 9am–6pm
Reg. deadline: June 18
Tuition: $140/$105 for members
Max. enrollment: 12 students
What makes a compelling documentary subject? What are the different ways to shoot and edit a documentary? What style should you use? How can you best organize your footage to tell a cohesive story? Learn step-by-step how to direct a documentary on video in this one-day intensive "boot camp." Clips of documentary films will be screened to encourage discussion and understanding of style and technique. Other topics include narrative structure, interviewing techniques, legal issues and film festivals. Students with a work-in-progress may bring footage (preferably edited) to show. Those who haven’t started a project should come prepared to pitch an idea for a documentary. You’ll leave the workshop with information, insights, and a newfound energy for making your project idea a reality.
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AUDIO
CLASSES
Introduction to ProTools
Instructor: Dawn Schot
Tuesdays, May 24–June 14, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: May 17
Tuition: $195/$165 members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
This course will focus on a foundation of skills necessary to edit, mix and produce audio in ProTools LE 6 using the Mbox system at IFP. We’ll cover importing audio to ProTools, managing file structure, edit modes and tools, creating a mix, burning CD-Rs, and using effects to improve and enhance your audio. We’ll briefly discuss MIDI and other advanced features in ProTools as well. Students will be entitled to spend one hour per week outside of class using the system to complete small assignments.
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PHOTOGRAPHY
CLASSES
Introduction to B&W Photography & Darkroom
Instructors: Monica Sheets (Sec. 1); Deborah Meyer (Sec. 2)
Sec. 1: Tuesdays, April 12–May 24, 6:30–9:30pm
Sec. 2: Thursdays, May 5–June 16, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadlines: Sec. 1: April 5; Sec. 2: April 28
Tuition: $285/$245 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 12 students per section
Black and white photography has always been considered a classic medium by both professional and amateur photographers. Although digital is saturating the photography market, traditional methods refuse to fall by the wayside. This course is designed for both the beginning photographer who wants to learn the basics of film and darkroom and anyone else who needs a refresher course. You’ll learn the basics of shooting with a manual 35mm SLR camera—which students are expected to provide—as well as the art of hand developing and printing your own black and white images in IFP/MSP’s brand new darkrooms. Expect to spend a minimum of $15 on film. Tuition includes paper and chemistry.
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Intermediate B/W Photography – Romancing the Camera
Instructor: Deborah Meyer
Fridays, May 13–June 10 (no class May 27), 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: May 6
Tuition: $225/$195 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 10 students
Love your camera and it will love you. Love your brand new IFP darkroom and it will love you. Take the next step beyond camera and darkroom basics. Through lecture, group discussion and assignments, Ms. Meyer will guide participants toward achieving compositional integrity in their black and white photography. Techniques for improving your printing skills in the darkroom will also be covered. Students must have a manual 35mm SLR camera, basic camera knowledge and darkroom experience. Tuition includes paper and chemistry.
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Basic Zone System for Roll Film
Instructor: Monica Sheets
Thursdays, April 14–May 26, 11am–1pm
Reg. deadline: April 7
Tuition: $225/$195 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 10 students
The Zone System, when used in conjunction with fine printing techniques, offers virtually infinite control over the range of tones in the final print. We’ll study the relationship between exposure and development that can be used to manipulate how tones are rendered on the film. Through exercises, we’ll study these effects, and learn how they can be used formally, for maximum control, and informally, for more easily printed negatives. Students should have a manual camera taking roll film and previous darkroom experience. A hand held reflective light meter or spot meter is helpful, but not mandatory.
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View Camera Basics
Instructor: Mark Jensen
Thursdays, April 14–May 12 (no class April 28), 6:30–9:30 pm
Field trips: Saturday, April 16 & May 7 (times/loc. TBD in class)
Reg. deadline: April 7
Tuition: $230/$190 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 10 students
The 4x5 large format view camera, whether used for tabletop, architectural, portrait or nature photography, offers many useful controls for image creation not available with other equipment. This course covers basic view camera movements—swings, tilt, shift, etc.—and its operation, including the handling of Polaroid and sheet films. Students will have an opportunity to create, present and receive feedback for their own photographs whether in color or black and white. The two Saturday field trip times and locations will be determined as a group during the first session. Film will be provided for in-class shooting, but students will need to purchase their own film for projects outside of class. Students should have basic film based photography experience and must be IFP members if they wish to process film and/or print in the IFP darkroom. Tuition includes one camera rental during course, plus a discount on the Knife River Documentary Photography Workshop at the College of St. Catherine, April 30–May 1.
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Unraveling the Mystery of Light
Instructor: Jila Nikpay
Saturdays, April 16–30, 9:30am–1:00pm
Reg. deadline: April 9
Tuition: $225/$195 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 15 students
Lighting is the key to transforming ordinary objects. It also can create mood and emotion that is expressive of the interior space of the mind. In this class you’ll start by learning the basic laws of lighting using strobes and hot lights. Using principles of the zone system, light meters—and their effective use for visualization of a scene and translation to film—will be discussed. Then we’ll investigate expressive and unusual lighting techniques. There will be lighting demonstrations, assignments and group critiques, which will help you define and refine your “lighting vocabulary” and personal style. Students should have a basic understanding of the camera’s functions and own a 35mm SLR with f/stop and shutter control. In addition, they should be able to make prints of their work for class critiques. Tuition includes Polaroid film for use during class and use of some of IFP’s lighting equipment for assignments.
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Fine Printing & Toning Techniques
Instructor: Dan Beers
Wednesdays, April 20–May 25, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 13
Tuition: $255/$215 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 12 students
Professional fine art printer and photographer Dan Beers will teach you some of his favorite darkroom techniques, including flashing and bleaching, split filtering, Selenium, Sepia and various color toners. You’ll learn and practice these techniques in the darkroom under Dan’s supervision. Students should bring their own 35mm or 2 1/4” negatives to the first session. This class is structured for intermediate to advanced photographers with darkroom experience. Tuition includes paper and chemistry.
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Large Format Landscape Photography
Instructor: Dan Beers
Saturdays, April 30–May 21, 9am–1pm
Reg. deadline: April 23
Tuition: $275/$235 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
Explore natural locations around the Twin Cities and learn the fundamentals of fine art black and white landscape photography using 4x5 Polaroid film. This class is structured for the experienced large format camera user. Any student owning a 4x5 or larger view camera is encouraged to bring it. Tuition includes film. Register early – this course is offered on a limited basis.
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Getting Started in Stock Photography
Instructor: Andrew Morse
Saturday, May 21, 10am–4pm
Reg. deadline: May 14
Tuition: $140/$105 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 25 students
This workshop is designed to assist the photographer interested in exploring stock photography as a career direction or simply as a side income source. Topics will include types of stock, agency and independent image bank models, digital file requirements, current technologies, resources, file protection and licensing issues. Photographers hoping to turn their large or specialized portfolios into long-term income are encouraged to join. The instructor is represented by the Alamy agency (www.Alamy.com).
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DIGITAL
PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES
Fundamentals of Digital Photography
Instructor: Maciek Gralinski
Mondays, May 2–16, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 25
Tuition: $140/$105 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
In this basic digital photography course you’ll learn how to take better digital photographs by understanding the technology behind it. We’ll study the digital camera itself and all the options associated with it, along with some technical terms related to digital photography. The course will also cover ways of transferring captured images to your computer, as well as methods of organizing and preparing them for final usage, whether it is a new Web gallery, slide show or beautiful prints. The exercises will be based on IFP’s Canon G1 digital camera, but students are encouraged to bring their own cameras, preferably with CompactFlash card capability. Students are entitled to one free rental of the Canon G1 (CF cards included) during the course. All images shot during the class will be archived on provided CD-Rs. Register for this and Advanced Digital Photography and take $10 off both!
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Advanced Digital Photography
Instructor: Megan Boesen
Mondays, June 6–20, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: May 31
Tuition: $140/$105 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
This course examines advanced methods and practices of digital photography. Building on your current digital photography knowledge, you’ll learn to work with RAW image format and learn other techniques to help your digital photography, such as workflow management, scanning tips, lighting techniques, white balance and Scanograms. Students are encouraged to explore via demonstrations a variety of digital cameras and the different options that each offers. The instructor may give students a small assignment to complete outside of class. Register for this and Fundamentals of Digital Photography and take $10 off both!
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Beginning Adobe Photoshop 7
Instructor: Jake Yuzna
Thursdays, April 14–May 12, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 7
Tuition: $235/$205 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
This course delves into the multi-faceted professional standard program Photoshop 7.0. The curriculum will lean towards the benefits and resources Photoshop has to offer towards photographic manipulation and correction, animation, film/video effects and credit sequences, and DVD menu and packaging design. Students will also learn the basics of scanning documents and negatives as well as outputting images for print and the Web. The course will present the basics of Photoshop and move into the features most useful for working in media arts. Tuition includes 5 hours of computer time outside of class. Register for this and Intermediate Photoshop – Scanning & Printing Workflow and take $10 off both!
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Intermediate Photoshop – Scanning & Printing Workflow
Instructor: Andrew Morse
Saturdays, June 4 & 11, 12–5pm
Reg. deadline: May 27
Tuition: $195/$165 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 4 students
This workshop is aimed at those planning to build a personal color-managed digital workflow for their photography. The sessions teach the process of non-destructive image management for a variety of professional output. The first day concentrates on scanning using an Epson 2450 flatbed scanner and a Nikon Coolscan 4000 35mm transparency scanner. Prints, negatives and slides will be scanned and saved to introduce file management issues, color profiling and device calibration, and advanced image preparation techniques in Photoshop 7.0. The second day will focus on printing using an Epson 1280 and will discuss a variety of printing issues: resolution and output size, color “trueness,” paper types (ink jet vs. dye) and production printing. Participants are encouraged to scan and print their own work in the class. Register for this and Beginning Adobe Photoshop 7 and take $10 off both!
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B&W Digital Darkroom
Instructors: Dan Beers & Paul Bernhardt
Tuesdays, April 26–May 17, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 19
Tuition: $220/$190 IFP & MCP members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
From the raw scan to the final print, you’ll explore ways to transform silver based film into beautiful carbon pigment prints in our “digital darkroom.” You’ll learn basic scanning techniques using Photoshop 7.0 and the Epson 1280 printer and how to archive your images onto a CD-R. You’ll also learn ways to add beautiful tones to your images. Basic Macintosh and Photoshop experience is preferred. Bring your own black and white 35mm negatives or slides. Students are also encouraged to bring images already stored on CD-R. Tuition includes paper and one CD-R.
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WEB DESIGN CLASSES
Creating Your Own Web Site with Dreamweaver MX
Instructor: Jake Yuzna
Wednesdays, May 4–25, 6:30–9:30pm
Reg. deadline: April 27
Tuition: $195/$165 members
Max. enrollment: 6 students
This course is designed for those with limited-to-no-background in Web site authoring and design. Using Macromedia Dreamweaver MX, you’ll learn the basics for creating professional promotional and commercial Web sites. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to create, manage and promote a quality Web site for your own computer. Web hosting, domain registration and server options will also be addressed.
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Instructor
Profiles Dan Beers has worked as an artist and commercial color and B&W printer for over twenty years, including three years as the manager of the Northlight Lab. He is widely known in art circles for his platinum print landscape photos. Dan is the former manager/master printer of the Curtis Centennial Project, whose mission is to create gold-tone glass prints from antique negatives produced by Edward S. Curtis. As an independent artist, Dan is currently working on blending 19th, 20th and 21st century photographic techniques.
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Paul Bernhardt is a multimedia producer at the University of Minnesota. He is a film and digital photographer, digital videographer, sound recordist and editor (ProTools), and video editor (Final Cut Pro). He has directed industrials and shorts, including projects for Janet Zweig's public art installations on the Hiawatha Light Rail Line.
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Megan Boesen holds a BFA in Photography from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. She recently worked with digital imaging at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts and currently works at National Camera Exchange as a Photographic Salesperson. Megan has been working in both analog and digital photography since the late 1990s.
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Melody Gilbert is an Emmy award-winning independent documentary filmmaker and educator from St. Paul, Minnesota. Her most recent documentary, Whole (www.whole-documentary.com), premiered at the 2003 Los Angeles Film Festival (in competition) and has been seen at festivals, theaters and on television stations worldwide. Whole was broadcast in the U.S. on the Sundance Channel in May 2004. Her debut independent documentary, Married At The Mall (www.marriedatthemall.com), has also screened on television overseas and in festivals around the world. Ms. Gilbert has taught documentary production and documentary master classes for the University of Minnesota and the Walker Art Center’s "Directing Divas" program. She is the recipient of grants and fellowships from the Jerome Foundation and the Minnesota State Arts Board. She is also a 2004 IFP/McKnight Artists Fellow for filmmaking. Her latest documentary, A Life Without Pain, had its premiere at this year’s South By Southwest Film Festival.
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Emily Goldberg is an independent documentary filmmaker. Her most recent film, Venus of Mars, premiered in 2003 at the International Documentary Festival Amsterdam (IDFA), won the Best Film award at the Indianapolis LGBT Film Festival, and continues to play the festival circuit worldwide. Goldberg has directed many documentaries for national broadcast on public television, including Jane Goodall: Reason For Hope (1999), Emmy award winner Africatrek (1995), and The Minneapolis Sound (1988). She was one of the creators of Twin Cities Public Television’s acclaimed documentary series, Tape’s Rolling. She also contributed pieces to WNET’s Egg: The Arts Show, and The Learning Channel’s Neat Stuff. Goldberg’s work has garnered numerous awards, including four Emmys and three CEN “Best Cultural Documentary” awards. She was the recipient of the Jerome Foundation’s Media Arts Grant for Venus of Mars.
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Maciek Gralinski is in charge of technology at ProColor in Minneapolis. He has been providing support and training to ProColor’s clients and employees for the past ten years in the area of desktop publishing, digital printing and digital photography. He also works as a part-time consultant in the field of digital imaging technology.
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Phil Harder (See credits listed in The Craft of Music Videos course description.)
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Dain Ingebretson received a BA in classical music in 1994, but was lulled by stories into writing and filmmaking, which then led to the complex and technical challenges of combining media in DVDs and Web sites. He works as a producer, screenwriter and multimedia developer.
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Mark Jensen is a teacher and fine art photographer whose practical experience includes commercial studio, industrial, architectural and environmental portrait photography. He has taught locally at Film in the Cities, MCAD, St. Paul College and the University of St. Thomas. Mark is Director of the Knife River Photography Workshops, which presents a Documentary Photography Symposium each spring at the College of St. Catherine. His photography has appeared in Minnesota in Our Time (MHS Press, 2000) and is represented in collections at the Madison Art Center, the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, and the MN Historical Society. He holds a BFA in Photography/Film from the University of Minnesota and an MFA in Visual Communications from the University of Wisconsin.
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Michael Maupin received his BA in English and American Literature from
Metropolitan State University in 1996 and works as a book editor in St. Paul.
His first screenplay, The Wandering Moon, was a semifinalist in the 1998 Barry
Morrow Screenwriting Fellowship, and he has judged in numerous screenplay
competitions. A die-hard story addict, he shares cohost duties with a story
writers group at Open Book called Think Tank Thursdays.
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Deborah Meyer has been an active participant in IFP/MSP since 1985, first as a student/member/volunteer, and as an instructor for the past three years. Professionally, she works in advertising as both a photo stylist and co-designer. Her fine art photography has been exhibited locally and purchased for publication.
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Christopher Mick has taught television production at the University of Tampa in Florida, as well as digital and film production, screenwriting and development at Columbia College in Chicago. Christopher is very involved with the Chicago International Children's Film Festival as a selection committee member, head juror and media educator for children. He has written film criticism for Static Multimedia's online magazine, works as a freelance director and DP for several theater, digital, film and corporate projects, as well as being the Director of the Film & Video Group at Christiansen Creative. In addition to IFP/MSP, Christopher currently teaches for the McNally Smith College of Music as part of their Motion Imaging Department.
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Dan Miller is a freelance lighting technician who has worked as both a grip and electrician for the past ten years. After completing school Dan worked at the local ABC affiliate in Cedar Rapids directing the morning and noon news during the day, and video editing at the local cable operations at night. After moving to the Twin Cities Dan spent five years doing corporate video, broadcast and business theater work.
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Andrew Morse is a freelance photographer with a background in international marketing. During his years abroad he made a vast array of images from more than 30 countries, which he sells as digital fine-art prints and as photographic stock. Andrew emphasizes the use of digital tools to improve the visibility of an artist's work. His Web site, www.AndysTavern.com, is one of the most extensive photographic galleries on the Web. A founding member of Stevens Square Center for the Arts, Andrew has helped many Twin Cities artists bridge the digital divide.
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Jila Nikpay is an expatriate Iranian artist who has made her home in Minneapolis. A filmmaker, photographer and educator, she works exclusively in black and white. Currently she teaches at the University of Minnesota’s Department of Art. Nikpay has shown her work widely, including exhibitions and screenings at the Walker Art Center, and solo exhibitions at the House of Artists, Iran and the Print Center, Philadelphia. Her work is featured in many collections, including the Tehran Contemporary Museum and the Target Corporation. She is a recipient of numerous awards in photography, and recently she received grants from the Jerome Foundation and the Minnesota State Arts Board for the production of her film, Keepers of the Garden. The film was shot in Iran and will premiere in Minneapolis in 2005. Her work can be seen at www.jilanikpay.com.
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Oscar Oboza, a Senior Colorist at Hi-Wire, has over 12 years’ experience with a stellar client list that includes Subway, Target, Simon Malls, BMW, Coleman, Cub Foods, Johnsonville, Nuveen, USA Network, Red Wing Shoes, Staples, Timberland, Best Buy and Donato's. He has also contributed to music videos such as Incubus' "Drive," Barenaked Ladies' "Another Postcard," and Liz Phair's hugely popular "Why Can't I?"
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Dawn Schot is the assistant engineer at Intuitive Recording Studio and has mixed sound on location for two indie feature films (How To Kill A Mockingbird by Joe Sweet and Bongoland by Josiah Kibira), several shorts and student projects. She has worked for the Minneapolis Community and Technical College Film and Video Department equipment room for three years instructing and doing equipment maintenance. She’s mixed sound to video, digital, and analog tape on a Nagra. Dawn is currently working on post audio for a student film and a stop-action animation.
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Monica Sheets is a mixed-media artist who has recently relocated to the Twin Cities. She holds a BFA in Photography from the Cleveland Institute of Art and has been teaching intro and advanced photo techniques for the past three years.
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Michael Sutz is an independent documentary producer. He has edited for the Criterion Collection in New York City and continues to create videos for non-profits with limited resources. He teaches digital editing at the School of Visual Arts, but continues to live in the Twin Cities with his wife, her half-brother and their thirteen children.
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Keith Tromiczak is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Communication Arts (Radio TV & Film) program. He has been working full-time in video production for the last three years, and doing freelance video, still photography and commercial work in his spare time. In the past year he was a videographer for WB23 Television, shooting commercials for the station's small-business clients.
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John Whitehead is a six-time EmmyAward-winningProducer/Director. He recently completed the four-part PBS series, Minnesota: A History of the Land, which he directed and edited, and the documentary, Make ‘Em Dance: The Hackberry Ramblers’ Story, which aired on the PBS anthology series Independent Lens and was awarded the HBO Films Producers Award. His work has appeared on the Discovery Channel, The FX Network, The Learning Channel and at film festivals around the U.S.
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Jake Yuzna is a Minneapolis based filmmaker and curator. His film, video and animation work has been shown in several national and international film festivals. Most recently, his short film, Between the Boys, was included in Central Standard Film Festival, Festival de Cinema Gay e Lesbico de Lisbona in Lisbon, Portugal, as well as festivals throughout America, Europe and Australia. Besides creating work, Jake has been the assistant director for the Flaming Film Festival since 2002. His film and video curatorial credits include Olympia’s Bend-It Film Festival, The 8th International Conference on Bisexuality, as well as other American and International film festivals. Jake has also worked as a First Assistant Director on feature and short films, and Project Director on promotional DVD projects.
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