Hello Filmmakers,

This meetup is about making films. We will mainly focus on shooting scenes and
shorts in class for the purpose of finishing work as part of our curriculum.
We will cover the basics of lighting, camera handling and shooting, scene scripts and screenwriting, acting and continuity, shot list and frame selection, acting basics and editing, among others.
This is for beginning filmmakers so that they can workshop all the
aspects of filmmaking using the equipment (lights, camera, boom mic) used in productions. There
is much to know. The instructors, Lissette and Peter, are very well
versed in the filmmaking process at many levels.
Find the instructors' bios and previous work at neonvenusfilms.com

Thank you,

Peter and Lissette

323-867-7973

Film Production Workshop 1

Film Production Workshop, Hollywood, Sunday 16th 2-4pm

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Workshop Description:  

This class is focused on understanding how filmmakers construct sequences of shots for their films.   The class will delve into understanding the basic shooting of scenes through the use of angles, lenses, color, composition, storyboarding, etc.   In order to do this we will divide the class in two sections: one will be film analysis, in which we examine how different filmmakers build shots in a particular scene.  The other part of the class will be geared toward the class members producing a simple scene, which will be written, shot and edited by the class. We will start this process after the students get a firmer grasp and enough theory on how to shoot a scene.

Workshop Schedule/Time Commitment:  

A two-hour weekly class, we will cover both scene analysis and the planning and completion of the shooting of simple scenes.  Depending on the time commitment of the students involved and whether they want to shoot on location, the final product will be either a simple practice scene or a short that can be submitted to festivals. Workshop is on Sundays, 2-4pm at the Hollywood theater, and Thursdays 8-10pm in Las Vegas.  

Payment:  

$10 per workshop session, cash or check.    

THE CREW/CLASSMATES:  

We need students who can share the following positions even if they don’t necessarily want to specialize in that area, but just for practicing scene structure:   Scene Writing (Screenwriter), Scene Shooting (Cinematographer/Videographer), Producer, Editor, Actors.  

Throughout the workshop we’ll focus on film analysis geared specifically around production and every workshop may vary on how much time they spend on either analysis or production.   We will try to have a good balance between having enough time for theory and enough time to shoot a scene in class.

Beginners may take this class because we will focus on the shooting of a short scene.  No experience is necessary, but if you do have experience, it will be very helpful in accomplishing a higher level of competency for the final product.  

Films shown in class may vary depending on availability.   

LOCATIONS:  

Neon Venus Art Theatre, Hollywood

7023 Melrose (near La Brea)

Contact:  Peter Valentino at 702-787-2481  

http://www.neonvenusarttheatre.com  

http://www.neonvenusfilms.com

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Instructors

Lissette Napoleoni Bio

Lissette has an Advertising degree from Ohio State University (with honors), and a Master’s Degree in Telecommunication Arts (TV Production, Film Production/Screenwriting Studies) from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor (awarded a full fellowship).   Her main goal after graduation was to perform in front of the camera as a singer and to direct her own music videos for music channels.    Her vision became true in 2003 when she directed and produced 4 music videos, a full one hour rockumentary, a short and a few promos for her own band (Neon Venus) which aired on MTV Espanol, VHUno and MTV Puerto Rico.  Her band received airplay every year since 2003 till around 2007.  She was able to finance these projects by using guerrilla filmmaking and indie shooting techniques.  

In 2008 she opened the Neon Venus Art Theatre in Las Vegas with her husband.  They have expanded and opened a second performance space in Hollywood, CA. (neonvenus.com)

Both educational facilities focus on affordable inexpensive education for students looking to start a career in the arts. The theatre offers classes in different art disciplines, but is mostly focused in photo, film, acting and voice instruction.  Lissette and her husband have also supported classes by other teachers, theatre programs for children through their non-profit organization, and have also produced music shows, plays and Improv shows for local and regional acts in Las Vegas, and now in Hollywood.  Hollywood events will include actor’s scenes showcases, sketch comedy events, and screenings for directors, designed to enhance the marketability of emerging actors and filmmakers.

Earlier in her career, Lissette videotaped castings at Video Portfolios in New York City including clients such as Calvin Klein, Elizabeth Arden, Paramount Pictures, etc.  She also worked as a professional photographer for musicians and actors during the early 2000’s (lissetteart.com)

Her classes both in Hollywood and Las Vegas include: Feature Film Production for Indies, Screenplay Writing for Indies, Guerrilla Filmmaking, Beginning Photography and Practical Photography (Studio and Location). (lissette.biz)

Lissette is now developing a second documentary, more music videos for her band and her first feature film.   She networks with other artists through her theatre’s classes, events, shows and industry events. 

Peter Valentino BIO

Peter Valentino is an acting instructor, producer, director, camera operator, and editor. As an actor, Peter was part of an improv group in New York City called the “Flying Monkeys”, which performed at the famous ‘Don’t Tell Mama’s” in Manhattan. They were an outgrowth of the Chicago City Limits Improv Group, itself founded by members of Second City Improv. Peter also trained in Hollywood with Donald Petrie (Director of Miss Congeniality, Grumpy Old Men, and many others), and with Barry Pearl (from the movie Grease).  Peter was a voice trainer in NYC for over 15 years, and he applies his knowledge of voice to acting.  From 2003 till 2007, Peter’s band, Neon Venus, produced four music videos (along with a short and promos) that aired on MTV Espanol, MTV Puerto Rico and VHUno.   He also co-produced/shot/ and edited a rockumentary for the band of their European tour (Turkey, Sinai, Egypt, Spain and Italy) for the Armed Forces that was featured on MTV Espanol.  In 2008, Peter became co-owner of the Neon Venus Art Theatre in Las Vegas.  In 2009 he opened a second location on Melrose Ave., in Hollywood.   In Las Vegas, he has directed plays for kids and adults, and has provided technical and production support for other plays, improv shows, band performances, community events, etc.