Behind the Scenes: "From Amateur to Artist"

Women in Film– Lifting Hollywood's Act

From Amateur to Artist” is an upcoming documentary series about the lives and work of young female artists in the Canberra community. The series aims to feature a diverse range of artists, both in the sense of artistic styles and backgrounds. It will consist of five 4-6 minute episodes each featuring a different artist. Each episode will contain an interview with the artist accompanied by footage of their daily life and a performance/exhibition out in the Canberra community wherever they share their art. The series is set for a March 2019 launch with a premiere screening, followed by an online release.

This photo series is a little preview from behind the scenes before the series is released in March of next year. Though currently in the middle of production, the journey has already been incredible. We have interviewed Ali Clinch about how her experiences as an artist, mother and carer interact. We have chatted to Faith Kerehona about her experience as a female street artist and being billed on the same event poster as Childish Gambino. We have filmed Lucy Sugerman performing at Canberra Moon Festival and Floriade Nightfest, proving that age is no barrier to talent. To be able to highlight the work of these incredible women, and others like them in Canberra, is a truly remarkable opportunity for us.