Workshop Archive

This page contains an archive of workshops Ed Video has run since October 2023.

If there is a workshop in this archive that you would like to see us run again please email workshops@edvideo.org with your request.

23 Nov 2024

Live Performance & Interactivity in Ableton Live

IN-PERSON — This intensive explores the creation of interactive and reactive media art using Ableton Live, a digital music creation and performance program.

14 Nov 2024

Sound Design in Ableton

IN PERSON — This workshop teaches participants essential tools and creative techniques for sound design using Ableton.

07 Nov 2024

Ableton Live Intro

IN-PERSON — This introductory workshop will teach participants the foundational tools and techniques for using Ableton Live, a digital audio creation and performance software.

05 Nov 2024

Lighting for Film & Video

IN-PERSON – Learn the essential concepts and practices of lighting for video production.

30 Oct 2024

Introduction to Camera Operation

IN-PERSON — This workshop teaches participants the fundamental concepts for operating a camera for the purpose of capturing video.

19 Oct 2024

Intermediate Stop Motion: Claymation

IN-PERSON – Two intermediate level workshops exploring Claymation -- an advanced technique in stop motion animation.

05 Oct 2024

Introduction to Stop Motion Animation

IN-PERSON – Bring toy cars and legos to life by learning the basics of stop motion animation!

24 Sep 2024

The Image Makers

IN-PERSON – A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who are dedicated to the craft of moving imagery, with a particular focus on lighting design.

23 Sep 2024

Reel Stories – Documentary Filmmaking for Youth (GRADE 4-8)

A free program offered bi-weekly for students in GRADE 4-8, focusing on the art of captivating storytelling through documentaries.

14 Sep 2024

Intro to Interactive Projection Mapping in TouchDesigner

IN-PERSON – This workshop explores the creation of live interactive and immersive networks using TouchDesigner, a node based visual programming software.

27 Aug 2024

The Image Makers

A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who work together to experiment with film/video production with activities that include recreating a lighting set up from an existing film, trying out new gear or sharing innovative techniques.

30 Jul 2024

The Image Makers

A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who work together to experiment with film/video production with activities that include recreating a lighting set up from an existing film, trying out new gear or sharing innovative techniques.

08 Jul 2024

Ed Video Animation Camp

YOUTH CAMP — This summer, youth aged 10-14 can have fun creating their own animated shorts at Ed Video’s Animation Camp!

25 Jun 2024

The Image Makers

A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who work together to experiment with film/video production with activities that include recreating a lighting set up from an existing film, trying out new gear or sharing innovative techniques.

18 Jun 2024

Lighting & Grip Fundamentals

IN-PERSON — This workshop covers the fundamental techniques and practices of lighting for film and video.

04 Jun 2024

Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners

IN-PERSON — Learn the fundamentals of editing video with the widely used editing software, Adobe Premiere Pro.

09 May 2024

The Image Makers

A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who work together to experiment with film/video production with activities that include recreating a lighting set up from an existing film, trying out new gear or sharing innovative techniques.

25 Apr 2024

Understanding Camera Lenses

IN-PERSON — Explore the various types of camera lenses in this comprehensive workshop.

18 Apr 2024

Intro to Camera Operation

IN-PERSON — This workshop teaches participants the fundamental concepts for operating a camera for the purpose of capturing video.

26 Mar 2024

The Image Makers

A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who work together to experiment with film/video production with activities that include recreating a lighting set up from an existing film, trying out new gear or sharing innovative techniques.

21 Mar 2024

Making Photos 3D: Camera Mapping in Blender

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP — Learn to take a still photo or image and turn it into a 3D model using Blender.

27 Feb 2024

The Image Makers

A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who work together to experiment with film/video production with activities that include recreating a lighting set up from an existing film, trying out new gear or sharing innovative techniques.

22 Feb 2024

Marketing & Selling a Screenplay

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP — Learn the essential tips and tools needed to getting you screenplay noticed and taking it to the big screen.

08 Feb 2024

Soba’s Corner: A Chinese-Canadian Cooking Class

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP — Learn to cook Peanut Butter Dumplings with Snack Witch Joni Cheung. This workshop is being offered as part of the Pork & Screens symposium.

30 Jan 2024

The Image Makers

A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who work together to experiment with film/video production with activities that include recreating a lighting set up from an existing film, trying out new gear or sharing innovative techniques.

23 Jan 2024

Grant Writing for Media Artists

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP — Facilitated by Barbara Gilber — This workshop instructed by an officer of the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) provides inside knowledge on how to write clear and concise grant applications while also providing information on upcoming changes to the OAC grant application forms.

18 Jan 2024

Intro to Screenwriting (Virtual Workshop)

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP SERIES —Facilitated by Hope Thompson — This 3-part workshop series will explore the basic tools required to unlock your short- or feature-length screenplay ideas.

28 Nov 2023

The Image Makers

A free monthly gathering of video and cinema makers who work together to experiment with film/video production with activities that include recreating a lighting set up from an existing film, trying out new gear or sharing innovative techniques.

22 Nov 2023

Helping Artists Retire

Facilitated by Will Mactaggart, Monica Mazun & Mike Hryn of RICHARDSON WEALTH — Are you an artist with hopes of retiring one day, but has no idea on how to make that happen? Well this seminar if for you! Ed Video will be hosting financial advisors from Richardson Wealth as they teach artists simple tools and concepts to help them secure their financial future.

09 Nov 2023

Intro to 3D Modelling in Blender

Facilitated by Chris Fast — This introductory workshop will teach the building blocks of 3D modelling. Participants will learn the basics of selecting and manipulating vertices, edges, and faces, and will use these fundamental tools to build 4 different models of varied complexity.

21 Oct 2023

Creative Podcasting & Community Storytelling Intensive

Facilitated by Karim Mosna—participate in our Creative Podcasting Intensive workshop located at the University of Guelph for a full day of learning the basics of recording and post-production.

10 Oct 2023

Tell Your Story: Intro to Creative Podcasting & Community Storytelling

Facilitated by Karim Mosna—this introductory workshop will introduce participants to the various possibilities of podcast formats including: conversational/interview, narrative, documentary/investigative and theatrical/audio drama.

03 Oct 2023

Creative Generative Visuals in TouchDesigner

Facilitated by Kimmunity Service—introduction to the basics of generating audio reactive forms, shapes, colours and patterns with TouchDesigner, a node based visual programming software used to create interactive multimedia content.

19 Sep 2023

Adobe After Effects for Beginners

Tuesday, September 19th 6:30-8:30pm Members $25 | Non-members $50 Learn the fundamentals of Adobe After Effects, a digital visual effects […]

29 Aug 2023

The Image Makers

Facilitated by Greg Elgie FREE Tuesday, August 29th 7-9pm It’s time for the next round of Image Makers and this […]

08 Aug 2023

Introduction to Graphic Design in Illustrator

Facilitated by Mary-Lynn Jones Tuesday, August 15th 6-9PM Members: $25 | Non-Members: $50 This workshop is designed for beginners who […]

01 Aug 2023

Introduction to Adobe Illustrator

Facilitated by Mary-Lynn Jones Tuesday, August 1st 6-9PM Members: $25 | Non-Members: $50 In this workshop, participants will be introduced […]

25 Jul 2023

The Image Makers

Facilitated by Greg Elgie FREE Tuesday, July 25th 7-9PM Silvercreek Skate Park – 142 Edinburgh Rd S.  It’s time for […]

18 Jul 2023

Colour Grading in DaVinci Resolve

Facilitated by Mattieau St. Cyr (MANIKK) Tuesday, July 18th 6-8pm EDT via ZoomMembers: $25 | Non-Members: $50 This course will […]

10 Jul 2023

Animation Camp

Monday, July 10th – Friday, July 14th | 11AM – 5PMAges: 10-14$200/child | $350 for siblings Summer break is just […]

07 Jul 2023

DaVinci Resolve Workshop

Facilitated by Maya Ben DavidFriday, July 7th 6-8PM EDT via ZoomMembers: $25 | Non-Members: $50 Come one, come all to the […]

17 Jun 2023

Lighting and Grip Intensive

Facilitated by José Garcia Saturday, June 17th 10AM-5PM Members: $100 | Non-members: $125 This full day intensive workshop is a deep exploration […]

06 Jun 2023

Lighting and Grip Fundamentals

Facilitated by José Garcia Tuesday, June 6th 6:30-9:30PM Members: $25 | Non-members: $50 This workshop covers the fundamental techniques and […]

30 May 2023

The Image Makers

Facilitated by Greg ElgieTuesday, May 30th 7-9PM FREE It’s Show and Tell Night for the Image Makers! Participants are welcome […]

15 May 2023

Portrait Lighting

Facilitated by Ross Davidson-Pilon Monday, May 15th 7-9PM Members: $25 | Non-members: $50 Take your photography to the next level […]

09 May 2023

Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners

Tuesday, May 9th 6:30-8:30pm Members $25 | Non-members $50 Learn the basics of editing video in Adobe Premiere Pro: how […]

25 Apr 2023

The Image Makers

Facilitated by Greg Elgie Tuesday, April 25th 7-9PM FREE It’s time for the next round of the Image Makers and […]

18 Apr 2023

Intro to Camera Operation

Tuesday, April 18th 6:30-8:30PM Members: $25 | Non-members: $50 Using a mix of lecture and demonstration, this session will introduce […]

06 Apr 2023

Creating 3D Scenes in Blender

Facilitated by Chris Fast Thursday, April 6th 7-8:30PM Members: $10 | Non-members: $20 This beginner-friendly workshop teaches participants how to […]

31 Mar 2023

The Image Makers

Facilitated by Greg Elgie FREE Friday, March 31st 7-9PM In this month’s Image Makers session we are diving into the […]

13 Mar 2023

Filmmaking March Break Camp

Monday, March 13th – Friday, March 17th | 11AM – 5PM Ages: 10-14 Calling all future filmmakers! This March Break, […]

23 Feb 2023

Indigenous Podcast Storytelling – Workshop Series

Facilitated by Ed Video’s Technical Director, Elia Morrison, interdisciplinary artist, Dawn Matheson and Anishinaabe Truth Speaker and activist, Mary Joanne […]

21 Feb 2023

The Image Makers

Facilitated by Greg ElgieFREE Tuesday, February 21st 7-9PM It’s time for the next round of the Image Makers and in […]

02 Feb 2023

Business for Artists 101

Facilitated by Christina Cameletti & Ruby Langdon Thursday, February 2nd | 7-8PM FREE Creating art full-time can be a struggle, but […]

24 Jan 2023

Grant Writing for Media Artists

Tuesday, January 24th from 6-8PM via Zoom! Facilitated by Barbara Gilbert FREE Thinking of applying for a grant? Well this […]

12 Jan 2023

The Image Makers

Facilitated by Greg Elgie FREE Thursday, January 12th 7-9PM The Image Makers is a monthly gathering of video and cinema […]