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INFOCUS FILM SCHOOL EXPANDS, INVESTS IN FUTURE OF CANADIAN FILMMAKERS

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January 27, 2021
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EIGHT TIPS FOR DESIGNING THE PERFECT LOGO
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8 TIPS FOR DESIGNING THE PERFECT LOGO IN 2021

Are you working on a new logo? Use these tips to make an impact! Written by Felicity Flesher    A logo is the first point of contact a business has with the outside world and a good logo can be one quick way to stand out from…
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January 22, 2021
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VSFF Presents: InFocus Student Film Showcase

Written by Tajmee Ali Vancouver Short Film Festival (VSFF) is launching online this Friday, Jan 22 - Sunday, Jan 24! VSFF is an annual festival devoted to celebrating talented short filmmakers across the Canadian West Coast. Founded in…
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January 20, 2021
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what are led lights and how to use them on set
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What Are LED Lights? How to Use Them On Set In 2021

AN IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS OF LED LIGHTS AND THE REVOLUTION OF LIGHTING. Written by Devan Scott There’s a revolution going on in the world of lighting! For decades, film lighting has involved using some combination of halogen, incandescent,…
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December 16, 2020
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InFocus Film School Launches Advanced Documentary Program

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHcE-aalyqQ By Felicity Flesher   Coinciding with the celebration of InFocus Film School’s 10th anniversary, the Vancouver school is launching a brand-new Advanced Documentary Program for experienced…
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December 2, 2020
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8 PERFECT GRAPHIC DESIGN PORTFOLIO TIPS

A graphic design portfolio is crucial in landing you a job and getting new clients? Check out these tips!  By Felicity Flesher    Every aspiring and working graphic designer needs a stellar graphic design portfolio to showcase…
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October 28, 2020
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5 WAYS THE VFX INDUSTRY SURVIVED COVID-19 IN 2020

The VFX industry is thriving despite the pandemic. Dive into new opportunities and grow alongside the turning tides of this media revolution.   By Rachel Kim    COVID-19 has massively altered the landscape of society and the…
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October 22, 2020
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WHY IS HOUDINI THE FUTURE OF 3D AND VFX?

SEE WHY HOUDINI, A STATE OF THE ART ANIMATION AND VFX PIPELINE TOOL IS CHANGING THE GAME.  Written by Rachel Kim   Explosions, earth-shattering destruction, glittering swirls of magic—these are the unavoidable spices of…
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August 11, 2020
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what happens in a t.v. writer's room
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WHAT HAPPENS IN A T.V. WRITER’S ROOM?

THIS STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE WILL TELL YOU EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW AND EXPECT WHEN BECOMING A WRITER FOR A TELEVISION SERIES! Written by Johnny Papan   Characters, storylines and the direction of a series evolves with the team…
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August 7, 2020
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5 TIPS TO BREAK INTO THE 3D ANIMATION INDUSTRY
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5 Tips to Break into the 3D Animation Industry

THE 3D ANIMATION INDUSTRY IS AT AN ALL-TIME HIGH. MORE CONTENT, MORE JOBS, MORE OPPORTUNITIES. ANIMATE YOUR FUTURE BY READING THIS LIST. Written by Rachel Kim From bio-diverse animals to alien robots to resurrections of people long…
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July 22, 2020
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How to use drones a beginner's guide
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HOW TO USE DRONES: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE

In this drone beginner’s guide we cover everything from choosing which drone to buy, to figuring out relevant laws and regulations. You’ll also learn about keeping your drone in good condition and traveling with your drone. Written…
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July 17, 2020
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7 Short Film Cliches (And How to Avoid Them) in 2021

USING CLICHES WILL DISRUPT THE PUBLIC'S VIEW OF YOU AS AN ORIGINAL OR UNIQUE FILMMAKER. WE LIST 7 OF THE MOST COMMONLY USED FILM CLICHES AND GIVE YOU ALTERNATIVES TO AVOID USING THEM YOURSELF. Written by Johnny Papan   Short…
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June 24, 2020
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How to become a graphic and digital designer
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HOW TO BECOME A GRAPHIC AND DIGITAL DESIGNER

Want to become a graphic and digital designer? Here are some tips to help you get started!  By Rachel Kim  Graphic and digital design built the world we live in today. From the movie posters and advertising you see on the streets,…
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May 19, 2020
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the ultimate guide to arnold rendering
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The Ultimate Guide to Arnold Rendering

FOLLOW OUR IN-DEPTH ARNOLD RENDERING TUTORIAL STEP BY STEP. Written by Miguel Rodriguez   3D animation has evolved the landscape of visual media forever. It gives us the opportunity to experience landscapes, structures and…
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May 13, 2020
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HOW TO USE CAMERA LENSES IN FILM
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How to Use Camera Lenses in Film

AN IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS OF THE ARTISTIC APPROACH TO USING CAMERA LENSES AS A FILMMAKER. By Piper Courtenay  https://youtu.be/GWuC_zIpNjo If cinematography is the art of storytelling in film, then lenses are the tools. Lenses can affect…
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May 12, 2020
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WHAT IS A CREATIVE PRODUCER?
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What is a Creative Producer?

“The creative producer is inherently a filmmaker who also wants to write and direct,” Paulsson says. “They wear many hats but truly have an interest in telling and finding great stories through the language of film.” By Ryan Uytdewilligen   For…
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May 7, 2020
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How to Light Windows: The Indie Filmmaker's Guide
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How to Light Windows: The Indie Filmmaker’s Guide

UNDERSTANDING HOW TO LIGHT WINDOWS IS AN IMPORTANT SKILL FOR EVERY FILMMAKER. READ OUR COMPREHENSIVE INDIE-FILMMAKER'S GUIDE FOR WINDOW-LIGHTING TIPS THAT CAN BRIGHTEN UP YOUR GAME. Written by Devan Scott   It’s the first…
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April 28, 2020
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Infocus film school's film festival survival guide
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InFocus Film Festival Survival Guide

  Getting into a film festival is both the most beautiful and most intimidating experience for a filmmaker. Even the simple act of submitting is enough to strike one with anxiety, wondering if their work will be "accepted" in both…
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February 20, 2020
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