Event description
Learn the foundations of filmmaking by working hands-on with real 16mm film — no screens, just cameras, light, lenses, and motion. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to load and shoot with a 16mm film camera, and get an introduction to how 16mm film is developed and projected.
This is a one-day, all-in, shoot-and-develop 16mm filmmaking workshop held in North Melbourne—designed for curious people who want to touch, load, shoot, and make something real.
You’ll get introduced to the world of analog filmmaking using 16mm Bolex H16 cameras among others.
No prior experience needed—just a willingness to experiment.
Together, we’ll:
Learn how 16mm cameras work—inside and out
Load and shoot colour positive Ektachrome 16mm film
Use light meters (and apps) to expose your shots properly
Team up and shoot short films in small groups
Hand-develop your footage using DIY chemistry
Watch your developed film projected by the end of the day
Receive a digital scan of your film footage after the workshop
You’ll leave with practical skills, your own processed film, and a deeper understanding of analog cinema—from start to finish.
It’s fast, hands-on, and full of the joyful imperfection that only real film can offer.
🎟️ All equipment + materials are included:
+ 16mm camera use
+ film stock (Ektachrome 16mm)
+ film processing chemistry
+ Projectors and editing equipment
+ scanning
+ digital version of your footage
🕙 Runs from 11am–5pm.
📍 Held in North Melbourne in a welcoming home-based workshop space.
Whether you’re new to film or just want to get your hands on film in a DIY space—this is for you.
* I am happy to accept partial payments so please get in touch if need be
* Please reach out if you have any further questions
* BLAK TIX are available, please find them in the ticket section.
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