A hub for filmmakers, the Canon Creative Studio is a place for hands-on experimentation with Canon equipment and thought-provoking panels curated by the editors of American Cinematographer. Come see the latest Canon gear while enjoying a cup of coffee or a snack on us, and be sure to check out our daily events.
Are you attending the 2019 Sundance Film Festival? If so, you may request access to attend the invite-only Canon Creative Studio above. A select number of guests will be confirmed, subject to capacity.
Presented by AFI Conservatory
Join the AFI Conservatory for an engaging discussion with women filmmakers, how they got there, and what can be done to add to their ranks. Panel features AFI alumnae and is moderated by Lauren Ludwig, Director, AFI Directing Workshop for Women and Stacy Gaspard, Admissions Counselor for AFI Conservatory.
With so many lenses available, the creative options are endless. So how do you find the right glass to craft your look? Top cinematographers Graham Willoughby (Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am), Robert Muratore (MEMORY - The Origins of Alien), and Edd Lukas (David Crosby: Remember My Name)Â share insight their selection process.
What does it mean to be a woman in production? Top cinematographers weigh in on their personal journey and the mission for representation in the film industry. Â Featuring Natasha Braier, ASC (Honey Boy), Kristy Tully (Raise Hell: The Life & Times of Molly Ivins), Naiti Gamez (Hail Satan?), and Eve Cohen (Ashe '68).
Join Academy Award winners Ross Kauffman and Fisher Stevens, cinematographer Matt Porwoll, and producer Xan Parker as they take us behind the scenes of Tigerland, shot on the EOS C300 Mark II. Learn how the team captured the stunning story of the guardians of the last Siberian tigers, who risk everything to save the species.
In partnership with Adobe
In the spirit of collaboration, Canon and Adobe bring director/DP Alex Buono and editors Micah Gardner and Jordan Kim to the stage to discuss their workflow on Documentary Now! Get the inside scoop on the tools they use to bring the series to life, including Canon XF305 and XF405 camcorders and Adobe Premiere Pro.
Location: The Box, 1768 Park Ave, Lower Level
How do you craft the visual aesthetic of a film? Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning director and cinematographer Matthew Heineman joins Canon USA to break down the technical process of filmmaking. Drawing from extensive experience on his award-winning films Cartel Land, City of Ghosts, The Trade, A Private War, and more, Heineman will share his best tips for effective communication between director and DP. We’ll wrap with a technical presentation by Canon’s Charles Zablan, where you can get to know the latest Cinema EOS products that will help you achieve your look for your next project.