Hello everyone
This is my first time posting....I have been reading the threads for sometime....it is so informative and inspiring.
Here's my deal.
Started out as a stills photographer...love film...did not make the digital switch, although it is creeping in a bit. Still love the darkroom and the sound of a real film camera.
Decided I wanted to get involved in film and see my images moving. I was looking for a freelance skill to add to my photography and drink slinging and to get more involved in the technical side of filmaking. I ended up taking an editing course which led to an assistant editing gig...I have now been editing for 3 years. I have been working primarily on commercials. This has been a great experience on many levels and I have learned loads. This knowledge can only be helpful in the field.
I have been a camera assitant on a few HD shoots and have shot some behind the scenes footage for the clients we currently work with.
Now, I am dying to get out of the edit bay and shoot more. I am looking for a place that I can get my hands on the cameras, learn to load film, and hone my skills as a knowledgable AC. I have looked into the Maine workshops and am wondering if anyone has any thoughts on the AC workshop there or if anyone can suggest somewhere here in NY that I can get my hands (along with instruction) on the cameras so I can actually start persuing jobs.
I am willing to work for free but feel that a bit of a proper education regarding the cameras and loading can be helpful.
Any thoughts????
Would appreciate any response.
Thanks
Lauren