Wednesdays | 4.30-6pm | 11+yrs
Lights, camera, ACTION!
Do you imagine scenes in your mind’s eye that you’d love to capture and show to the world? Do you love figuring out how scenes you watch on TV are made? This term you will make your own short film that will be shown at the end of term, for your family and friends.
If you want to be in front of the camera or behind it, come and learn the skills with Brewery Film crew to create your own short films and reach an audience. From the spark of an idea to an image on the screen, we will take you altogether through the whole process.
Who is it for?
Filmmaking has space for everyone. You might be technical, artistic, a writer, an actor, an organiser, or a visionary. If you’re an introvert or an extrovert, whether you’re interested in drama, documentary, comedy, or experimental – everyone has something to offer to the crew. No experience is necessary, just the willingness to work with a team to make something brilliant.
What our participants say…
“I have learnt how to set up equipment and different types of shots, going backstage and filming” BYA member, age 16
Term Dates
Autumn Term 16 Sep – 2 Dec (10 wks) | No session during half term 26 – 30 Oct or 16 – 20 Nov
Spring Term 13 Jan – 24 Mar (10 wks) | No session during half term 15 – 19 Feb
Summer Term 21 Apr – 30 Jun (10 wks) | No session during half term 31 May – 4 Jun
What do I need to bring with me?
Please come in comfortable clothes so that you can move and bring your own water.
Are there any additional costs?
No
Opportunities throughout the Year
Informal Sharing | Throughout the Year
Relaxed sharings in Screen 3 between family and friends to showcase film crew’s short film, creativity and learning from throughout the term.
Youth Arts Exhibition | Autumn Term | 3 Dec 2026 – 1 Feb 2027
An exhibition to showcase artwork created by the young artists during Autumn term from the Brewery Youth Arts Courses; Art Explorers, Artseen Tuesday, Artseen Wednesday, Clay Club and Makers Club. An opportunity to display artwork within a professional gallery space, attend a private view and share artwork with family and friends.
Young Artist Open Exhibition | Summer Term | July – October 2027
Our annual Young Artist Open Exhibition is an opportunity for any young local artists, aged 4-18yrs, to submit artwork inspired by a chosen theme and showcase their creative talents in Brewery Arts Sugar Store Gallery. Featuring artwork from Brewery Youth Arts Courses; Art Explorers, Artseen Tuesday, Artseen Wednesday, Clay Club, Makers Club and Film Crew. Participants are also encouraged to submit their own work as an individual young artist. An opportunity to display artwork within a professional gallery space, attend a private view and share artwork with family and friends.
Important Information
This course will be held in Studio 1. There are no sessions during half term 26-30 October & 16-20 November.
About the Tutor
Liam Collins teaches all things through a lens at the Brewery. He is an award-winning photographer who moved into filmmaking two years ago when he became a tutor in Film Production at Kendal College. Liam has been leading the Film Crew for a year and loves working with young people to make new and original pieces of work. He is currently working on long-term documentary projects photographing folk traditions and festivals in the United Kingdom. His work has been exhibited in solo and group shows both nationally and internationally.
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