june
NEWSLETTER
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Summer Scholarship Fundraiser 3
Youth Camps and Teen 5 Producers Project Video Production Services 8 Cinema Schedule 12 Membership and Staff 14 Take Back The Alley 15 Our Misson 16
Summer Media camp dates: 1st – 3rd grade JUNE 17-21, JUNE 24-28 9:00am-12:00pm (AM CAMP) 1:00pm-4:00pm (PM CAMP) $145 Members / $155 General 4th – 6th grade JUNE 17-21, JUNE 24-28 8:30am- 3:30pm $195 Members / $225 General 3rd – 5th grade JULY 8-12, JULY 15-19, JULY 22-26, JULY 29-AUG 2, AUG 5-9, AUG 12-16, AUG 19-23 8:30am- 3:30pm $195 Members / $225 General 6th – 8th grade JULY 8-12, JULY 15-19, JULY 22-26, JULY 29-AUG 2, AUG 5-9, AUG 12-16, AUG 19-23 8:30am- 3:30pm $195 Members / $225 General
SIGN UP ONLINE WWW.DIGITALGYM.ORG/MEDIACAMP
JUNE WORKSHOPS
mediaartcenter.org/juneworkshops - digitalgym.org 2921 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92104 Producing Non-Fiction Content 100 Instructor: Jason Dickason 6-8pm; Tuesdays: June 11th, 18th, & 25th Producing Non-Fiction Content 101 (June 11, Tuesdays from 6-8pm) - Finding work - Tips on project proposals and pitches - Tips on working as a freelancer Producing Non-Fiction Content 102 (June 18, Tuesdays from 6-8pm) - Contracts & other legal tips - Writing a treament, script & storyboards Producing Non-Fiction Content 103 (June 25, Tuesdays from 6-8pm) - Scheduling - Cast & Crew - Hands on training for gear to be used Producing a Short Film 100 (pre-production) Instructor: Ana Nita-Potts Thursdays: June 13th, 20th, and 27th (6-8pm) Short Film 101 (June 13, Thursdays from 6-8pm) - Developing your idea - Writing a script and/or treatment - Research & Development Short Film 102 (June 20, Thursdays from 6-8pm) - Revising your idea - Storyboards - Cast & Crew Short Film 103 (June 27, Thursdays from 6-8pm) - Revising your idea - Storyboards - Cast & Crew SIGN-UP HERE: mediaartscenter.org/juneworkshops
Video production services The Media Arts Center San Diego offers full production services. Being a non-profit, we make digital media very accessible and affordable for you to connect with your audience. When you work with Media Arts you are supporting our education and training programs that serve all ages and diverse backgrounds in San Diego.
San Diego’s only truly independent theater!
CINEMA Stolen Seas Running Time: 90 Minutes June 21 - 27 Utilizing exclusive interviews and unparalleled access to real pirates, hostages, hostages’ relatives, ship-owners, pirate negotiators and experts on piracy and international policy, Stolen Seas presents a chilling exploration of the Somali pirate phenomenon. Violeta Went to Heaven Running Time: 110 Minutes June 7 - 12 A portrait of famed Chilean singer and folklorist Violeta Parra filled with her musical work, her memories, her loves and her hopes.
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JUNE 2013 American Mary
This soon to be cult classic explores a messy world of underground surgery and body modification. First film in late-night The Film Geeks genre series! “Brilliant, stand out horror” — Entertainment Focus May 31 - June 1
The Matchmaker
Avi Nesher’s latest film mixes comedy with drama as it tells a coming-of-age story unlike any you’ve ever seen before. May 31 - June 6
London: The Modern Babylon
This is the story of London's people, from musicians like the Beatles to the Sex Pistols, political radicals and how together they changed the city forever. “Julien Temple's remarkable, heartwarming, superbly edited documentary...” — The Guardian UK June 4, 6, 8, 9
Violeta Went to Heaven
A multi-faceted and lyrical portrait of Violeta Parra, an influential figure in world music and a complex cultural icon of Chile's history. From director Andres Wood (Machuca). “a poetic sine wave of celebration and defeat.” — New York Times June 7-13
Gut
An indie horror film that follows two friends who discover a DVD showing a murder. Second film in late-night The Film Geeks genre series! June 14 & 15
Greetings From Tim Buckley
This critically acclaimed, indie-rock biopic is based on musicians Tim Buckley and Jeff Buckley. Starring Penn Badgley from Gossip Girl. “Badgley delivers a nuanced performance of such ferocity...” — Village Voice June 14-20
Becoming Traviata
A beautiful glimpse into an opera production in rehearsals for Verdi’s Traviata. Starring soprano opera star, Natalie Dessay. “Riveting...a treat for fans of opera, the performing arts and documentaries about process...” — Variety June 15, 16, 18
Stolen Seas
A fascinating look into the Somali piracy trade and culture. “a head -spinning, pulse-pounding thriller.” — Variety June 21-27
The Lesser Blessed
San Diego Latino Film Festival past honoree and fan favorite, Benjamin Bratt (Mission), stars in this indie drama about Native American youth. Premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. June 28-July 4
Buy your tickets TODAY! DigitalGym.org/cinema
General Admission: $10.50 Students & Seniors: $8.50
Movies screen @ Media Arts Center San Diego’s new DIGITAL GYM (located in North Park off 805 Freeway on El Cajon Blvd & 30th St). 2921 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego. CA 92104
digitalgym.org/cinema
MEMBERSHIP MEDIA ARTS CENTER SAN DIEGO’S “Digital Gym” is a multimedia lab and community space for anyone interested in new media and technologies. Digital Gym members enjoy a wide range of benefits, including free workshops and access to production equipment. Join now and take full advantage by choosing a plan that meets your interests and budget!
ALL LEVELS OF MEMBERSHIP INCLUDE: Access to Computers & Multimedia Production Equipment. Discounted Digital Media Workshops. Ticket discounts at MACSD’s various film series.
LEVELS STUDENT -- $25 /year Access to equipment rentals, discount to youth workshops & camps (including Teen Producers Project), 8 hours per month access to computer lab.
BASIC -- $45 /year Access to equipment rentals, discount to all workshops, 8 hours per month access to computer lab.
PREMIUM -- $75 /year Access to equipment rentals, 25% discount to all workshops, 16 hours per month access to computer lab.
UNLIMITED -- $125/year Access to equipment rentals, discount to all workshops, unlimited access to computer lab, VIP invites
FAMILY -- $175/year Access for 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 18 ($25 for each additional child) to 2 free workshops per month for kids or parents, discount to all workshops and camps, first session of our popular one-on-one tech tutoring (by appointment) per family member is free, 8 hours per month access to computer lab for any family member, members only access to rent the space for a birthday party at MACSD. (Please contact us for pricing information and availability).
REGISTER NOW ONLINE at: www.mediaartscenter.org/membership INFO: Julia Richardson – Program Associate – 619.230.1938 x105 – julia@mediaartscenter.org
2921 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92104
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meet the staff ANTHONY VARGAS PROJECT MANAGER DEVELOPMENT AND FUNDRAISING
Anthony Vargas is the Project Manager at the Media Arts Center San Diego. Anthony is currently working with the Digital Gym Store located in the front of the building. He is organzing the kick off grand opening of the store on June 8th. He organizes the event, competions, cool projects, and the guest speaker, Mr. Bicep - Muscleman of Technology. The Digital Gym Store, “The best geeky gifts and techie gadgets.”
TAKE BACK THE ALLEY One of the dreams of the new Media Arts Center San Diego technology center is to provide a positive space for community members (of all ages) to experience media arts and learn new skills outside the space as well. In 2012 MACSD put together “Take Back the Alley” community volunteer events. A major goal of the new space has always been the transformation of the back area and promoting positive change in the immediate neighborhood. In May 50 Qualcomm volunteers came to once again “Take Back the Alley”.
OUR MISSION MEDIA ARTS CENTER SAN DIEGO promotes access to film and video as tools for community self-expression and social change and supports the professional development of media artists.
2921 El Cajon Blvd. ph: 619.230.1938 San Diego, CA 92104 fax: 619.230.1937 julia@mediaartscenter.org education & outreach coordinator