Hello Film Fans,
If you or someone that you know has a child interested in film or filmmaking, why not suggest that they sign up for FILMSTERS ACADEMY? www.filmstersacademy.com. In existence for 12 years, this summer film camp for kids 11-20 is a hands on experiential filmmaking program. It takes place in Annapolis from July 29th through August 9th.

It all begins on day one with an idea...each student is asked to pitch their idea for a short film to the whole camp. Ideas are voted on and the most popular ones are made. Small groups are developed and kids choose their jobs. It is all very democratic.

There are three levels of instruction... Beginners, Intermediates and Advanced filmmakers.  This is a picture from last summer's Advanced shoot for FLEW THE COOP. Director, Annie Schwartz is on the left, DP Antonio Marasco is being guided by Supervising Director of Photography, Tyler W. Davis.

This is the crazy cast of SUPER REDNECK VAMPIRE ZOMBIES FROM OUTER SPACE!

The Advanced class shoots a scene at Annapolis' Double T Diner with guest instructors supervising.

Acting coach, Paul Richardson, poses for a funny shot after Erica Rowe has applied special effects makeup.

A special effects shot is staged in front of a green screen with the assistance of guest instructor, Rick Kain, professional stuntman and stunt coordinator.

Lots of editing takes place in order to complete the films in time for the festival. Film camp teaches hands-on of final cut pro editing software on the latest mac computers. A student is guided by editor, Erica Rowe.

Jeff Gerheiser, Operations at FILMSTERS Academy MC'd the film festival and introduced all ten short films for an audience of over 500!!!