I love the process of desktop publishing and digital design, especially when you aim for a certain idea and achieve exactly what was desired. My last four short films are still in DVD limbo, waiting to appear on disc and be placed in the hands of their collaborators. I’m aiming to have this [...]
It was just six months ago that I sat in the same cinema amongst peers and professionals, its red seats and tall red curtains holding the group of onlookers tight. On this occasion I found myself less anxious, yet equally excited.
Previously I had been in attendance with my family on my graduation night, waiting to [...]
Creatively, I haven’t been putting much ‘out there’ for a little moment. Behind the curtain I have been hammering away in Final Draft preparing screenplays, tinkering with Photoshop designs and doing some paid work that has come across my desk at fortunate times.
Those who also follow my wife’s blog will be aware that I [...]
Here is a behind-the-scenes clip I have put together for the DVD release of my short film HOMECOMING. This was shot as part of my Advanced Diploma in Screen in 2008.
Short films are experiments. Rehearsals for filmmakers. They’re a chance to try different ideas, different approaches and mix things up creatively while trying to find a voice or a style.
It takes substantial bravery and confidence to put an experiment on show — not just for friends and family, but also colleagues and anyone in the [...]