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The DC Film Alliance (DCFA) serves and strengthens the media arts in the greater Washington DC region by bringing together filmmakers and the public to participate in diverse film, video, television, and multimedia events.
DC Film Salon
DC Film Salon Live
A monthly networking opportunity for film and video professionals. Every month, a speaker will conduct a quick talk, followed by a moderated Q&A session. At the end of the evening, we will screen works in progress, short films and dailies.
6:00 Happy Hour with drink specials
7:00 Speaker
8:00 Film clips
DC Film Salon is ALWAYS FREE to attend. However, your RSVP helps us with planning — please let us know you are coming.
If you wish to submit a short film or clip (under 10 minutes), please email Ben Krieger no more than a month before the event. We will screen the first appropriate materials received.
Wednesday July 28, 2010
6:00 pm – 9:00pm
Ask Kathy
Join us for a very special Salon where Kathy Hollinger, Director of the DC Office of Motion Picture and Television Development, will address local filming issues. RSVP now!
6:00 Networking
7:00 Kathy Hollinger and Q&A
8:00 Film clips
US Navy Memorial
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Above the Archives Metro station. Street parking is limited.
Save these dates for future Film Salons
August 11 - Public Access Media
September 15 - Social Networking
October 25 - Fall Film Office Roundup
November 10 - Cinematography
December 8 - Equipment Swap
Wednesday, May 12
Adobe Presentation
An Adobe representative will showcase programs and features of the Adobe Creative Suite; focusing on Premiere, After Effects, Flash, and Soundbooth.
Eye Bar DC
1716 I Street NW
Half block from Farragut West Metro station
Thursday, June 10
Live Screenplay Reading
Filmmakers and writers are encouraged to send their short film script or 10 pages of a feature script for review. Four will be preselected and cast for a live reading. Professional and audience feedback is encouraged to help focus and edit the scripts for future production. If you are interested in submitting a screenplay for consideration, email andrea@dcfilm.org no later than May 15.
Arlington Independent Media
2701 North Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22201
Wednesday, July 28
Ask Kathy
Kathy Hollinger, director of the DC Office of Motion Picture and Television Development, will discuss progress made by her office, local resources, and funding opportunities, followed by an open Q&A to address local filming issues.
US Navy Memorial
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Above the Archives Metro station. Street parking is limited
Wednesday, August 11
Public Access Media
With representatives from DCTV, Arlington Independent Media, Fairfax Public Access and other industry professionals, the film Salon will discuss the state of public access television in the Washington Metropolitan area.
Eye Bar DC
1716 I Street NW
Half block from Farragut West Metro station
Wednesday, September 8
Permits
The film Salon will host an introduction to film permitting in the District, followed by tips and tricks from DC Filmmakers.
Eye Bar DC
1716 I Street NW
Half block from Farragut West Metro station
Monday, October 25
Fall Film Office Roundup
Kathy Hollinger, director of the DC Office of Motion Picture and Television Development, will discuss progress made by her office, local resources, and funding opportunities, followed by an open Q&A to address local filming issues.
US Navy Memorial
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Above the Archives Metro station. Street parking is limited
Wednesday, November 10
Cinematography
The film Salon will bring together a panel of prominent videographers and directors of cinematography to share techniques and information.
Eye Bar DC
1716 I Street NW
Half block from Farragut West Metro station
Wednesday, December 8
Equipment Swap
Bring in your unused equipment, software and gadgets to swap with others. Drop off a lens, pick up a hard drive! We will demonstrate new equipment and the latest techno gadgets to make your projects a success! Or look cool in your pocket.
Eye Bar DC
1716 I Street NW
Half block from Farragut West Metro station
DC Film Salon Online
Every day, hundreds of local filmmakers and media artists rely on the free exchange of information on our DC Film Salon online discussion group. Join the conversation. A Yahoo ID is required and may be created on the site.