Commercial Videography Workshop
The Black Film Guild’s Commercial Videography Workshop – Part 1 brought together aspiring filmmakers for a hands-on deep dive into cinema camera operation and professional on-set technique. Participants left with new skills, real-world insight, and the confidence to shoot high-quality client promos.
Nature Meets Craft: Highlights from Our Wildlife Scavenger Hunt at Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt came alive as over 30 creatives joined the Black Film Guild’s Wildlife Scavenger Hunt, capturing local fauna through the lens of Canon’s high-end L-series superzooms. From graceful egrets to darting squirrels, the event blended hands-on technical training with the thrill of nature photography in one unforgettable afternoon.
Behind the Scenes at Our Free Photography & Documentary Filmmaking Workshop
Our FREE Photography & Documentary Filmmaking Workshop wasn’t just another event—it was a vibrant launchpad, nurturing both creative skill and community bonds. We’re so proud of every participant—here’s to continued storytelling, meaningful visuals, and the voices yet to capture.
Photography and Filmmaking workshop May 9th 2019
Black Film Guild founder Walter Wallace will be hosting a photography and filmmaking class in partnership with the David E. Glover Education & Technology Center. This class will be held at the David E. Glover Education & Technology Center from 6-8 PM on May 9th. At the end of this class you will be able to operate your camera comfortably and understand technical aspects of photography. The class will be designed to fit the experience of the students. One thing I