Film Making Sydney

LAUNCH PARTY: Creative Meetup

​Ready to find your people? Want to learn what it’s like quitting your 9-5 to go full-time on YouTube? Or what it’s like creating a Netflix documentary for Manchester City FC? # ​We're launching our new community! RSVP HERE: https://luma.com/5zhckvjk ​This is more than networking. ​We're gathering photographers and filmmakers from all over the industry who are passionate about what they do, love to learn and know they can't do the journey alone. ​***This is where you can find your people and unlock your future.*** # ​Member Spotlights ​Interviews with [Tammie Joske](https://www.youtube.com/@tammiejoske/?utm_source=luma) & [Tommy Taylor](https://www.instagram.com/tommytaylorvideo/?utm_source=luma). ​Tammie is a photographer & YouTuber who spent +6 years working for Canva before quitting her role there to go full-time with YouTube. ​Tommy spent years creating content for Manchester City FC and helped produce their Netflix documentary, 'Together: Treble Winners'. ​***At our Launch Party you'll get to hear candid conversations about both their journeys and the challenges they've faced along the way.*** # ​Tickets ​Entry fee is $50 at the door or ***free for Zink members.*** ​[Sign up to Zink for free](https://www.zinklink.app/?utm_source=luma) and show us your membership at the door. # RSVP HERE: https://luma.com/5zhckvjk

Central / Surry Hills Classic Film Photography

The challenge for today is to capture street images around Central Station, Belmore Park and Surry Hills. Look for the unusual and let your images tell a story. If you feel comfortable enough you could ask a subject for their portrait. The meet up point is the cafe outside the country platforms at 10 am. It is next to the Eternity Cafe. I would recommend monochrome film at 400 ASA or ISO. Hp 5 by Ilford works well as well as Kodak Tri X. It gives a grain effect similar to mid 20th Century film emulsions. I would consider developing the negatives and getting the images scanned to your computer which you can then upload to the meetup page or Instagram. If you have an image, you particularly like you can pick up the negatives from your camera store later. I would recommend Digi Direct at Bondi Junction or Super 8 at Newtown. It is more challenging using film but that is part of the fun. If you don't own a film camera there are two stores in Newtown that sell refurbished 35 mm film cameras or alternatively you can buy a disposable film camera on line or try the two retail stores I suggested earlier. Why not give it a try as there will be more film events in the future.

BIG BIKE FILM NIGHT

ADVANCE NOTICE The Big Bike Film Night is on again in August - always a wonderful, eclectic, wacky mix of films. You choose the time (Two screenings on the same night) at the Palace Cinemas Moore Park with one cinema starting at 6pm, the other starting at 7pm. Book tickets online: [https://bigbikefilmnight.nz/buy-tickets/big-bike-film-night-australia/](https://bigbikefilmnight.nz/buy-tickets/big-bike-film-night-australia/) The 2026 treasure chest of films includes: • a dazzling mountain bike ride exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, embracing the magic of the midnight sun • an inspiring film that captures the wettest, most miserable riding conditions imaginable • a compelling story about perseverance, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of navigating daily life following a life-altering injury, and how adaptive design has transformed and enriched the journey forward • a moving film that follows a father and son’s journey as they take on one of life’s most meaningful milestones - riding a bike together as a family • and crowning the night off... we all love an underdog tale. This charming, funny, heartfelt film inspires us to believe that we all have the capacity to be unlikely heroes in our own stories. The audience is transported back to the nostalgic 1990’s, to the slopes of the punishing Mont Ventoux, in Southern France, to witness the drama of a battle between two giants ALL in the mix and a great reminder of why we love to ride a bike.

Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (Jane Schoenbrun, Canada, 2026 film)

August syd<video> - AI in Forensic Video and A Tale of Video AI

Join us this August for another great night of video tech talks! We are returning to the slick **Canva** office for an evening of deep-dives, networking, and excellent food and drinks. Tonights speakers will be **[Matt O'Kane – Director of Notion Digital Forensics](https://www.linkedin.com/in/australianinternetconsultant/)** **ENHANCE! - The use of AI in forensic video.** In State of Washington v. Puloka, a man was charged with three counts of murder. Video evidence was key. We examine the ruling on the video evidence, and recreate the conditions of the case. **[Jimmi James – Creative Technologist at Heckler](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmi-james-a154b137b/)** **Tale of a Video AI** **Sponsors** Our thanks to **Canva** for hosting and sponsoring food + drinks at the venue. Sydney Video Technology is a volunteer group, as part of many groups independently run around the world. Tonight’s hosts will be: Jeremy Brown, Adrian Britton, Grégoire Duché and Amy Prosser

Online Photography - The letter F

Houdini Day @ UTS

PLEASE NOTE: This is not a sign up page, you must visit the following link for event details and to register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/houdini-day-uts-tickets-1991121795891?aff=oddtdtcreator Welcome to the very first **Houdini HIVE + Ignite Workshop Day at UTS**! Please join us for an exciting in-person gathering where creativity meets technology. Dive into the world of visual effects, animation, and more with industry professionals and experts. Select from one of our 4 hands-on workshops in the morning , then stay for our inspiring lineup of presenters in the afternoon as well as our expert discussion panel. Prizes and Swag sponsored by **SideFX.** * **Lab 1 Create Blue Mountains Landscapes, Mark Flanagan, RMIT University** *Attendees will look at setting up a USD workflow, with Solaris and RenderMan. From research to render... Building a Blue Mountains landscape from DEM data, working with Copernicus and Terrain tools, for adding detail and textures. Scattering trees, rocks and biome relevant assets. Finishing off with volumetric clouds and the signature blue haze which gives the area its name.* * **Lab 2 Learn to Animate with KineFX, Garrick Rawlingson, Floating Rock** *Ever wanted to animate in Houdini? Here’s your chance. Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of animation by bringing the classic bouncing ball to life — and take it a step further by animating the cutest kiwi character.* * **Lab 3 Motion Graphics in LOPS, Matt Tillman, Pixel Ninja** *This hands on workshop guides participants through the process of building and rendering a short product-focused motion graphics sequence. Working from the ground up; starting with modelling the asset in SOPs, before blocking and assembling the sequence in Solaris and finally lighting and rendering with Karma XPU.* * **Lab 4 The Key to SOPs: Attributes, Fraser Shiers, ILM & Hipflask** *To wield Houdini's true power and potential, you need to master attributes — and that's exactly what you'll be doing here. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll unleash attributes to drive parameters and scatter and distribute geometry. You'll gain a solid understanding of how attributes work, and come away with production-proven tools and techniques for bending them to your will.*

Syd HUG @ FIN

**The Houdini HIVE weekend kicks off right here — grab a drink, meet fellow Houdini artists, and settle in for an evening hosted by FIN at their Pitt Street studio.** Tickets will be limited so please RSVP to secure your spot \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **PRESENTATIONS** **Houdini 22 Highlights & Overview \- Adam Lee \| Technical Consultant at SideFX** Adam Lee will showcase the latest features in Houdini 22, highlighting his top favourites. Get a quick insider’s look at what’s new and why it matters to your workflow. **Presentations by artists at FIN** More details coming soon. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **SCHEDULE** 6.30pm: Doors open, networking 7.00 to 8:30pm: Presentations and Q&A 8:30 to 10:00pm: Networking and refreshments \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS** * Wacom is offering a chance to win one of their newest tablets. * SideFX has great merch and Houdini Indie licences up for grabs.

BOND: Pt 3 - Femme fatale with Kymberlee

Step into a world of espionage through a three-part fashion photography workshop in deconstructing and icon - James Bond 007 through a fearless female lens. This isn’t your typical shoot — it’s a cinematic, high-fashion rebellion. **Reimagine. Redefine. Reload**. **PART III – Femme Fatale** Explore the dark glamour of the femme fatale. This shoot dives into complex characters, bold silhouettes, and the seductive art of menace. We’ll craft visuals that blur the line between danger and desire. Who it’s for: Photographers, stylists, models, and creatives looking to push boundaries and elevate their visual style. We are no longer taking payments via PayPal - tickets can only be purchased through **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1994252541034)**, **[Humanitix](https://events.humanitix.com/bond-shoot-three-femme-fatale-city-location)** or the **[Print & Pixel website](https://printpixel.org/event/bond-femme-fatale-aug-26/)** Payment must be made before your attendance is confirmed.

COLOURS OF TIME ?

Hi, I'm suggesting Nordic FF - The Last Viking 6.10pm followed by Colours of Time 8.15 at Palace Norton St Does this suit? Happy to discuss options Maggy

HOLY DAYS - fund raiser for East Timor

Hi, My Parish supports a village & school in Letefoho, East Timor including paying for kids school fees, uniforms, supporting basic food projects such as a piggery, supplying clean water and whatever needs they ask us for help with. I have visited the village & it is very third world - minimal electricity at times, no hot water etc but the kids are cheerful & hopeful for their future - education helps open up possibilities We are having a fund raising evening at Roseville cinema on Thursday 13 August with all profits going directly to the village community. Tickets can be bought via the QR code or the trybooking link below. Please note - No ticket sales on the night. https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1615502 Socialising from 7pm & movie starts about 7.45 Love some of you to join me! Any queries text me on 0498826506 Ta Maggy

SSP TUE. ..CENTRAL STATION TO GLEBE (discrete camera)

We will end up in Glebe.Use a discrete camera. We will go past Spice Alley and Central Sq.