Join us for an exclusive artist talk with award-winning filmmaker and photographer Lester Jones — known for his bold visual storytelling across fashion, documentary, and commercial work. In this inspiring session, Lester will unpack how raw ideas transform into powerful visual narratives, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at his process.

Whether you’re a filmmaker, photographer, or visual creative, this is your chance to learn how to refine your ideas, stay creatively motivated, and make work that truly connects.

What You’ll Learn:

How to find your voice and chase ideas that matter
The process of developing creative concepts into polished projects
Staying inspired and purposeful in your work
A look behind Lester’s film making work.
Navigating client briefs vs personal work in a changing creative landscape

Expect an overview into producing large projects, an open Q&A, and practical insights that go far beyond gear.

Who It’s For:

Photographers, filmmakers, content creators, and visual storytellers — at any stage of their creative journey — looking to bring more purpose, emotion, and impact to their work.

About Lester:

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Lester Jones @iamlesterjones
is an award-winning director and photographer with a talent for crafting visually rich, emotionally honest stories across film, fashion, documentary, and commercial work. Originally from London and now based in Sydney, Lester has built an internationally recognised career through a relentless passion for creating — and a knack for blending cinematic visuals with raw human connection.

With over a decade behind the camera, his projects range from independent features to global campaigns, and his work has been officially selected at festivals including Sydney Film Festival, Flickerfest, and Rhode Island IFF. Whether he’s directing on set or capturing intimate stills, Lester’s creative eye is matched by a deep understanding of production — writing, shooting, and editing with precision and purpose.

Known for standout films like Finding Home, The Charge, and Mother, his storytelling has earned accolades from CANIFF, Cineverse, and SHOTS Creative Asia/Pacific. If you want to learn what it takes to make beautiful work that actually connects — Lester’s your guy.

Event Details:

📍 Georges Studio, Chatswood
📅 Thursday 3 July
🕕 6PM – 9PM
🎟️ $25 Ticket (includes drinks)
🤝 Casual networking + Q&A
🎥 Supported by Sony – hands-on gear available on the night

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