WORKSHOPS

Creative filmmaking that nurtures voice and vision.

In Rebecca’s workshops, filmmaking becomes a playful path to new inspiration. We take time to slow down, refresh our spark and develop unique voices with creative confidence.

For filmmakers of all ages, both new and established.

FILMMAKING WITH PHONES

Person holding a smartphone horizontally, recording a video of a bottle, with a dark background and some colorful reflection.

In small groups, we devise film projects with our phones. We consider storyboarding, scripting, framing, camera movement, as well as building interview techniques with good listening and observation skills.

Participants are supported with tips on how to practice filming with our phones in everyday life to develop creative attention.

TABLETOP CINEMA LABS

A person using a smartphone to document an electronic setup on a black box, with a photograph of a person playing a pipe or similar instrument in the background. The scene includes a magnifying glass, a smartphone case, handwritten notes, and a glass of drink on a wooden table.

In one-to-one sessions or small groups, we create miniature sets in a tabletop box to explore inner and outer worlds — gathering, arranging and lighting personal objects.

Using phone cameras, we make short film-poems, layering image, sound, music and words.

“Rebecca’s workshops are stimulating, engrossing and totally creative - they adapt to all levels of ability and experience, a much-needed tonic for all!”

- Workshop participant

WHAT HAPPENS IN THE WORKSHOPS?

Check out previous courses to see what takes place:

A smartphone on a yellow block capturing a photo of multiple portrait mugs with historical figures, arranged on a wooden surface with a black container in the background.

MESSAGES TO THE FUTURE
Tabletop Cinema Lab for adults
Hastings Contemporary
In response to ‘Still Life’ exhibition

A woman with dark, curly hair lying on her back in a field of green grass with yellow flowers, wearing a yellow sleeveless top with embroidery, and her eyes closed.

SPRING WAKES BENEATH OUR FOOTSTEPS
Documentary filmmaking with phones
Hastings Museum & Art Gallery, Hastings Supports Refugees

Close-up of a man and woman with serious expressions, facing the camera, against a blurred background.

POWELL AND PRESSBURGER
Collaborative filmmaking with phones
Hastings Contemporary, Electric Palace, BFI
Study of framing and colour

Mushrooms, a golden leaf, and small plants arranged around the text 'The Oldest Tree in the Woods' on a dark background.

THE OLDEST TREE IN THE WOODS
Tabletop Cinema Lab for ages 55+
A Curious Agenda
In response to Mycelium

A woman with curly blond hair, wearing glasses and a light brown hoodie, is sitting at a counter, taking a photo of a film projector with a smartphone. The film projector is displayed behind a glass window on a stand, with a colorful background on the wall.

THE SLEEPERS AWAKE
Tabletop Cinema Lab for adults
Hastings Museum & Art Gallery
In response to Baird’s archive objects

A girl sits at a table with a reflective, metallic tablecloth, taking a photo of a small balloon art display with her smartphone. The display includes transparent balloons and a framed photograph, illuminated by blue lights.

CIRCLES OF HOPE
Tabletop Cinema Lab for children and families
Hastings Museum & Art Gallery
Workshop for Ukrainian families

MORE INFO

Workshops are tailored for participants from 7 years and up, of all skill levels. ​

Rebecca’s teaching supports participants to explore film as self-expression.

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“I gained a deeper connection with myself, which has improved my self-confidence.” - Olena Lavrova, workshop participant