Todd Matthews
Camden, DE
I have always been fascinated how the movie makers made all those impressive sounds you hear in the movies. For example the roar of the T-Rex in Jurassic Park and the sound of the meteors striking the Moon in Armageddon. Then I watched the “making of” documentaries on their respective DVD’s. But rather than becoming disillusioned by their methods I was even more intrigued by their methods. So right after finishing high school I decided to enroll at www.filmconnection.com. They utilize a one-on-one mentoring system, where each student has access to their own tutor.
Someone who actually works within the industry, and has connections within the movie making business. My mentor is Perry and thanks to him I am learning everything I need to know (and a lot more besides) about sound design. He has helped me make several short films with a leaning toward sound effects. He has also helped me to pitch these films to prospective moviemakers and things have been very positive. I have several concrete positions available to me once I finish my course. Thing are going very well for me. Thanks to Perry and www.filmconnection.com.
Friday, April 30, 2010
Friday, April 23, 2010
Danny King - Beaver, AK
Danny King
Beaver, AK
My ambition is to be a wildlife photographer and thanks to www.filmconnection.com that may be a lot sooner than you think. I come from a small town in Central Alaska and to be honest there’s not a lot for the average Joe to do but get drunk, but as a person who enjoys watching wildlife there’s a lot for me here. Combine that with my love of movie making and it’s perfect. With the help of my mentor Jason I am picking up all sorts of hints and tips for wildlife filmmaking.
Learning how to compose a short, how to make the most of available light, making a hide, even how to tempt otherwise shy creatures to you, so that you can get that “wow” shot. Later this month I am going to film the Bowhead Whales in the Bering Straits. I can’t wait. If you have any kind of interest in film making, it doesn’t matter what type of filming you prefer. Give www.filmconnection.com a visit. I guarantee you will not regret it, I didn’t.
Beaver, AK
My ambition is to be a wildlife photographer and thanks to www.filmconnection.com that may be a lot sooner than you think. I come from a small town in Central Alaska and to be honest there’s not a lot for the average Joe to do but get drunk, but as a person who enjoys watching wildlife there’s a lot for me here. Combine that with my love of movie making and it’s perfect. With the help of my mentor Jason I am picking up all sorts of hints and tips for wildlife filmmaking.
Learning how to compose a short, how to make the most of available light, making a hide, even how to tempt otherwise shy creatures to you, so that you can get that “wow” shot. Later this month I am going to film the Bowhead Whales in the Bering Straits. I can’t wait. If you have any kind of interest in film making, it doesn’t matter what type of filming you prefer. Give www.filmconnection.com a visit. I guarantee you will not regret it, I didn’t.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Jason Cross - Carson City, Nevada
Jason Cross
Carson City, Nevada
Its shocking that a state that lies right next to California, the home of Hollywood, has such a poor selection of genuine film schools. Fortunately I was able to enroll at www.filmconnection.com. And with their help I will soon be able to fulfill my dream of being a director in Tinsel town. My mentor Toby has acquired a vast knowledge of the workings of Hollywood over the years, and I happy to pass on these priceless gems to me. Things such as how to keep your talent motivated, so that you will get the very best from them, also how to manage your crew so that your own vision of the movie is carried faithfully to the big screen. I have even learned a little acting, just so that I know what makes an artiste tick. Toby’s numerous contacts have even promised to get me paid work as soon as I complete my schooling. How’s that for a motivation booster. Thank you once again www.filmconnection.com.
Carson City, Nevada
Its shocking that a state that lies right next to California, the home of Hollywood, has such a poor selection of genuine film schools. Fortunately I was able to enroll at www.filmconnection.com. And with their help I will soon be able to fulfill my dream of being a director in Tinsel town. My mentor Toby has acquired a vast knowledge of the workings of Hollywood over the years, and I happy to pass on these priceless gems to me. Things such as how to keep your talent motivated, so that you will get the very best from them, also how to manage your crew so that your own vision of the movie is carried faithfully to the big screen. I have even learned a little acting, just so that I know what makes an artiste tick. Toby’s numerous contacts have even promised to get me paid work as soon as I complete my schooling. How’s that for a motivation booster. Thank you once again www.filmconnection.com.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Dale Winters - Kearney, Nebraska
Dale Winters
Kearney, Nebraska
When I was 14 I directed my own war movie. It starred my classmates whilst I barked directions to them. I still have that movie. It was inspired by Steven Spielberg’s Saving Private Ryan; I remember watching a HBO documentary about the making of it when it was being released theatrically in 1998. I loved watching him guide the actors and crew to where he wanted them. The way that everybody listens so intensely at every word he said. I was so pumped up when I discovered that www.filmconnection.com were holding a Film Director Program. They provided me with a one on one mentor (Chris) who not only went through everything involved with making a movie, he also introduced me to all his contacts within the business. I’ve learned so much from him. Cinematography, costumes, lighting, even selling the movie to interested parties. I still have lots to learn but with Chris’s help and also with the help of his many contacts I will succeed. Thank you www.filmconnection.com.
Kearney, Nebraska
When I was 14 I directed my own war movie. It starred my classmates whilst I barked directions to them. I still have that movie. It was inspired by Steven Spielberg’s Saving Private Ryan; I remember watching a HBO documentary about the making of it when it was being released theatrically in 1998. I loved watching him guide the actors and crew to where he wanted them. The way that everybody listens so intensely at every word he said. I was so pumped up when I discovered that www.filmconnection.com were holding a Film Director Program. They provided me with a one on one mentor (Chris) who not only went through everything involved with making a movie, he also introduced me to all his contacts within the business. I’ve learned so much from him. Cinematography, costumes, lighting, even selling the movie to interested parties. I still have lots to learn but with Chris’s help and also with the help of his many contacts I will succeed. Thank you www.filmconnection.com.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Mark Westhenry - Boulder, Colorado
Mark Westhenry
Boulder, Colorado
Ever wondered how they get all those fantastic sound effects in hit movies such as Jurassic Park and Toy Story 2? Well it’s all down to a group of guys called Foley artists. On a film set a Foley artist is the person who creates many of the sound effects in a film, working with a recording engineer. They can turn a grumbling elephant or a roaring lion into a very angry T-Rex. Thanks to www.filmconnection.com and my mentor Ryan that is what I am doing right now. They taught me everything they knew about movie sound and how it’s produced, creating sound and enhancing existing sound. In many movies sound is just as important and the image, sometimes more so. There would be no sci-fi or horror movies without the Foley artist and sound engineer. They broke everything into small chunks so it was easier to take it all in. They got me connected within the industry. I am now working in Los Angeles for a major studio thanks to www.filmconnection.com.
Boulder, Colorado
Ever wondered how they get all those fantastic sound effects in hit movies such as Jurassic Park and Toy Story 2? Well it’s all down to a group of guys called Foley artists. On a film set a Foley artist is the person who creates many of the sound effects in a film, working with a recording engineer. They can turn a grumbling elephant or a roaring lion into a very angry T-Rex. Thanks to www.filmconnection.com and my mentor Ryan that is what I am doing right now. They taught me everything they knew about movie sound and how it’s produced, creating sound and enhancing existing sound. In many movies sound is just as important and the image, sometimes more so. There would be no sci-fi or horror movies without the Foley artist and sound engineer. They broke everything into small chunks so it was easier to take it all in. They got me connected within the industry. I am now working in Los Angeles for a major studio thanks to www.filmconnection.com.
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