Greetings fellow ACS members and colleagues, On Sunday last, many of you gathered to Remember Andrew Lesnie ACS ASC at a heartfelt memorial. For those of you who were unable to attend I would like to share a little of the day...
NATIONAL PRESIDENTS ADDRESS AT THE REMEMBERING ANDREW MEMORIAL Good afternoon and a warm welcome to you all. Its fantastic to see so many friends and colleagues of our good mate Andrew Lesnie here today to celebrate his life and remember his legacy. Its also great that there are members of Andrews family with us today to share the moments, and a very heart-felt welcome to you from us all. Many thanks to those who have travelled great distances, with one thing in mind, to honour the memory of one of our finest cinematographers, along with so many others from around the globe who have sent video messages. Its so impressive what we can do as a united industry at a time of such great loss. There are many to thank for bringing this Remembering Andrew event to fruition, and I would like to take a moment to do just that. Firstly to Sir Peter Jackson and Lady Fran Walsh for their overwhelming generosity of spirit and to all at Wingnut and Weta for their unbridled support, to Ray Martin for just being himself, a great friend to all of us, the Society and our members, Kim Batterham ACS, Erika Addis and all at AFTRS, including the AFTRS students who are involved today in documenting the event for future use. To my good friends at the ACS, Marianne & David Wakeley ACS, David Lewis ACS, David Burr ACS, Lizz Vernon along with Pat Rubie. To Bronwyn Grantham who got the ball rolling and to whom I have spoken with many times about the event itself, her support has been terrific, and the unstoppable Anne Bruning who were all part of the organising committee. Thanks to Geoff Anderson at Sonic Sight for the AV presentation and the management here at the cinema, Richard Morgan, Luke Mackey, Peter Stone, Fiona Pulford and Ian Sutherland who have been totally supportive from the very beginning. But its to all of you that have come to pay your respects and to share your thoughts of Andrew, that I reserve the greatest thanks and appreciation of all. Much will be said today about Andrew, and I have a couple I would like to share with you
From Simon Townsend who cant be with us today
Andrew stayed with Wonder World for its first two years, during which we won 2 Logies for excellence, due greatly to Andrews input. He had enormous fun, enjoying the nonsense and hilarity contained in many of our film stories. Thank you Andrew for helping me to a great start for my show, and God bless you for the talent you used so well and thank you for being a terrific bloke.
From Victorian member Dale Woodrow. Andrew continues to inspire me, and guide me like the calming voice in my mind, so as difficult and hard it is to accept that he has passed, he provided an aesthetic and standard of quality to strive for, plus being calm, positive and happy is not that hard to do, you just have to make that choice, he said. Remembering Andrew this 12th of July is a very special day for ACS members and supporters, his co-workers, friends and for his immediate family to receive and share in the recognition his Cinematography career experienced and just how many people he made an immense impact on. He has a very large family indeed. Finally from SA Branch member Rod Bolton
The whole film community in South Australia pass on their heartfelt feelings to the memory of this great and generous cinematographer. We all learned and laughed a lot with this wonderful genius behind the camera. Andrew was way too young, on the threshold of his career, one that would take him to many new places and experience many new things, with far reaching opportunities to share his thoughts and wisdom with new friends. To discuss his great love of coverage just one more time
..Sadly not to be, but I am reminded of something John Lennon wrote, which I think appropriate: Bless you wherever you are
Windswept child on a shooting star
Restless Spirit departs
Still we're deep in each other's heartsGood on you Andrew, go you good thing, we all miss you so very much.Ron Johanson OAM ACS
National ACS President
MC: Ray Martin AM, Guest Speakers: Jack Thompson AM, Craig Monahan, Bill Bennett & Andrew Mason
~ Photo by David Wakeley ACS
ARRI LAUNCHES NEW PRO CAMERA ACCESSORIES FOR CANON C300 / C300 Mk II / C500
ARRIs range of Pro Camera Accessories (PCA) makes the benefits of ARRI-designed accessories available to cameras from other manufacturers. It comprises rugged, versatile and user-friendly tools that endow almost any third-party camera with film-style functionality, aligning it to universal industry working practices and giving it the durability to be used efficiently and effectively on professional sets everywhere. Complementing the multi-component ARRI PCA shooting kits already available for Canons Cinema EOS cameras, three new accessories are being introduced that will allow the C300, C300 Mk II and C500 to be used in an even wider variety of professional shooting situations. First deliveries of these new items will commence in August 2015. Broadcast Plate for Canon C300 / C300 Mk II / C500
Broadcast environments demand quick changes from tripod to shoulder and perfect balance when handheld. The Broadcast Plate for Canon C300 / C300Mk II / C500 is compatible with VCT-style plates such as the ARRI QRP-1; it also offers a wide range of shoulder adjustments without affecting the placement of accessories fitted to the integrated 15 mm LWS rod system, making last-minute balance adjustments straightforward and comfortable.
Cine Plate for Canon C300 / C300 Mk II / C500
Keeping the same lightweight simplicity as the original plate for C300, the Cine Plate for Canon C300 / C300 Mk II / C500 offers front and rear 15 mm LWS integrated rod consoles, a pair of sturdy ARRI rosettes and direct compatibility with studio bridge plates such as the ARRI BP-8 and BP-9.
Top Plate for Canon C300 Mk II
A low-mode plate fitted with an integrated 15 mm LWS rod console that provides room for handle and accessories.
ACCREDITATION ~ Closing 31st July 2015
ACS Accreditation is the highest honour that is bestowed on an Australian cinematographer. It was first granted in 1963 and to this day there have been 361 members honoured with Accreditation. It is based on the following simple criteria: "The National Executive may grant Accreditation, on the recommendation of the Accreditation Committee, to an ACS member whose overall standard is considered exceptional. The standard of cinematography needs to be of a consistently high standard, or is outstanding in a specialised field. Accreditation allows the cinematographer to use the letters ACS after their name." Accreditation applications closes on 31 July. If you have been a Full member of the Society for a 3 year period you are eligible to apply Accreditation, so for more information and an Accreditation application form contact your Branch President or National President, Ron Johanson ACS
Drew Llewelyn ACS ~ Camerimage Scholarship NOW CLOSED
Announcement of the successful applicant will be made shortly.
CINEMATOGRAPHY COURSES @ AFTRS OPEN
Six Scenes Every Cinematographer Must Know ~ Russell Bacon ACS
Calling all emerging cinematograhpers. Over five intensive days learn how best to shoot the six scenes found in almost all film and TV scripts. Hugely experienced cinematographer Russell Bacon ACS (My Brother Jack, Packed to the Rafters, Sea Patrol, Wonderland) will teach you the tips and tricks you need to know to successfully plan, light and shoot six commonly found scenarios. 27 - 31 July
Modern Cinematography ~ Ellery Ryan ACS
This two day course, led by two time AFI Award winner Ellery Ryan ACS (Is This The Real World, I Love You Too, Van Diemens Land, The Rage In Placid Lake) investigates the theory of visual storytelling. It features a lively mix of classroom theory and practical studio demonstrations. 15 - 16 August
Shooting HD with your DSLR ~ Gareth Tilson
Want to shoot High Definition (HD) video on your DSLR camera? Industry expert cinematographer Gareth Tillson will show you how to make the most of your DSLR and open up the world of the moving image. This introductory course for new filmmakers, photography enthusiasts & existing filmmakers will familiarise participants with shooting HD on their DSLRs. 29 - 30 August
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Dragon Image's Angelo Boutsalis interviews our very own ACS National President, Ron Johanson OAM ACS @ SMPTE 2015 in Sydney
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