Film Making Melbourne

New Film club! - everyone welcome (optional social activities) $10

Hi all! I realised this month’s film night falls right before the long weekend, so I thought it would be fun to make it an interactive screening! 🍊 We’ll have games, trivia, crafts and drinks available at the bar throughout the night. 🎬🎲🍻🖤 Come on your own or with friends, stay for the activities, chat about the movie, or just enjoy the screening. Everyone’s welcome. ✨ We will be watching A clockwork Orange! Tickets $10: https://events.humanitix.com/anima-film-club-clockwork-orange

Filmonik Meetup and screening #131

Filmonik Melbourne is an open filmmaking group with monthly open-screen screenings. It's like an open mic, but for films. Meet at Eclipse on Tuesday September 29th for our 131st screening. It's our proven mix of immediate, spontaneous, crafty, fun, inventive and weird short films. You should expect comedies, a bit of drama, animation from time to time, there's generally one suspense/thriller, the occasional music video, some quick and fun trashy comedy, horror or documentary. Most times we don't even know what will be playing. Films are generally under 8 minutes to keep things fast-paced and fun, followed by a QA with the director to hear about the process. Enjoy the networking, meet the artisans, recruit for your next short film, hang out. **DETAILS:** Admission $13+fees = $13.83. Tickets at the door if still available ($15 cash exact change, or Square) FILMS UNRATED (18+ by default). Content may offend. TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 29 at Eclipse Cinema 32 Wellington Street, Collingwood. Tickets at https://events.humanitix.com/filmonik-131-open-screen-short-films This is an accessible venue, DDA-compliant. 6pm start. Please arrive in advance so we can start at 6:15pm at the latest. Eclipse is Licensed to serve a range of quality wines & craft beers and has homemade Choc Tops, popcorn or sweets. **FILMMAKERS:** Our open-screen get pretty popular these days so the best practice is submitting in advance at filmonik.com.au/submit-your-film or [info@filmonik.com.au](mailto:info@filmonik.com.au) so we can reserve you a spot in the program. Films under 4-minutes get close-to-automatic entry, 4-8 minutes films are scheduled first-come first-serve until the allocated time is full. Anything over 10 minutes go into a queue and may get held up until there's a quiet month and we run quality control on these. A QA with the host follows each film. Organize your own premiere with us or run a cheeky pre-premiere of your festival film. Guidelines here: filmonik.com.au/how-to-screen. Filmonik is part of the worldwide Kino movement active in 30+ cities around the world since 1999.

Inaugural Meeting of the Beginners

Meet up of the Beginners Indie Film-makers. Let's keep the film rolling! after a great conversation last meet-up it was agreed to lock in another one sooner rather than later. No pressure! Just enthusiastic people getting together to share an interest in making films. We'll meet, share our ideas and inspirations. Who knows we may spawn a collaboration or project straight out of the gate! Maybe even shoot something, let's see. There is no cost to come along, all welcome and the location is nice and neutral and accessible for a first meet. See you there!

Melbourne Catching Waves and Making Mates

Whether you are an experienced surfer or have always wanted to give it a go, this is a low-pressure way to get out on the water and meet some new people here in Melbourne. We will be meeting up at the beach to catch a few waves, share some tips, and enjoy the surf together. It is not about being a pro or having the best gear; it is just about getting out of the house and spending the morning with a friendly group. This event is open to anyone who enjoys the ocean and is looking to expand their social circle. We will spend some time in the water and likely grab a coffee or a bite to eat afterward to chat properly. If you are new to the area or just looking for a regular crew to hit the waves with, you will fit right in. Please let us know if you can make it by clicking the RSVP button so we can keep an eye out for you on the day.

50+ Filmmakers/Actors Gather Every Wednesday - Join Us!

Join us every **Wednesday at 5 PM** at the Emporium food court (located behind Grill’d Burger Restaurant in the CBD, not near Melbourne Station) for a dynamic networking event tailored for filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts. Afterward, we continue the evening with Happy Hour drinks at a nearby bar and a chance to grab dinner together. Understanding that schedules vary, feel free to join at any time that suits you. Rain or shine, our community has gathered every week for the past year, maintaining a consistent and welcoming environment. Our group has grown remarkably, with a **weekly turnout of over 50 participants**, blending newcomers with regulars to create a vibrant, diverse community. Feel free to bring friends interested in filmmaking; it’s a great way to introduce new faces to our expanding network. Whether you’re a writer, actor, animator, or independent filmmaker, come share your experiences, discuss current projects, or chat about favorite films. This event fosters connections among like-minded individuals, encourages friendships, and opens doors for collaboration. At **7 PM**, we move to The Carlton Club, a five-minute walk away, where we continue networking in a more formal rooftop setting over drinks and food. This change of venue offers an ideal environment to keep conversations flowing. **RSVP** to help us gauge attendance and become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. Though the event begins in the afternoon, the relationships you build here can last well into the night and beyond. **What to Expect:** *Our Wednesday meetup is primarily a large networking event for industry professionals. There’s no set theme, workshop, or speaker. It’s a relaxed gathering where filmmakers, actors, and creatives can connect, discuss projects, share needs, and learn from each other. Conversations flow freely around the table, fostering an environment of growth and camaraderie. Beyond Wednesdays, we also host exclusive events such as table reads, cinematography workshops with Panasonic, member screenings, and more. Each week brings fresh dialogues—some participants discuss their weekend shoots, others exchange insights with seasoned producers and directors, and a few engage in filmmaking exercises. It’s a space designed for creative engagement without strict structure or formal oversight.* *Note: Our community emphasizes collaboration, friendship, and goodwill rather than promotional activities. If you wish to promote a workshop, course, screening, or similar event, please contact the organizers first. Promotional privileges are generally reserved for trusted, long-standing members.

The Rivals of Amziah King - 6:10 p.m. Monday 14/9 at the Nova

Matthew McConaughey and Kurt Russell in Andrew Pattersons new film. “As subtly sharp as it is sweet, it’s one of the year’s most enlivening standouts.” The Daily Beast “Amidst the heartfelt delight and madcap fun, there’s also a somewhat epic scale that comes from McConaughey presenting King as the epitome of the backwoods philosopher-king.” Austin Chronicle We will meet at the Nova Bar from 5:30 p.m. onwards. Please book your tickets early, Stefan - 0437777522

Street Photography Ethics and Fitzroy Photowalk

We will start our Photowalk in Fitzroy with a coffee and selection of sweet and savoury treats at Smiths Cakes, and the opportunity for an informal and respectful discussion on street photography and ethics. The discussion part is optional, members are welcome to arrive for the beginning of Photowalk at 11.30 am if preferred. Melbourne Walk and Shoot has run street photography specific events for a number of years, but never had the opportunity to talk about the moral and ethical decisions we all need to make when practising this art form that is street photography. So it's an opportunity to discuss street photography beyond what is legally permitted, to open it up to how we try to work with respect and accountability while dealing with issues such as privacy, power dynamics, exploitation and cultural sensitivities. This will be a discussion that is general in nature, but it would be great if people wish to outline how they developed their own sense of personal ethics and artistic boundaries! We expect widely differing experiences and opinions in the discussion, but hope it will be a learning experience for all. Please keep in mind that this is purely a discussion and **not** a set of rules on Street Photography by the Melbourne Walk and Shoot Group. **Schedule** 10.00am - Part 1 - Meet at Smiths Cakes for an informal discussion on Street Photography and ethics (optional). 11.30am - Part 2 - Start of the Photowalk - meet outside Smiths Cakes. 2.00pm - The event ends We look forward to having you join us for this event. Cathrin and Ananda ' I love street photography but it's probably evil'. Ben Luu, 2024 **Discussion Resources** In regards to our street photography ethics discussion, it will be useful for members to do a little light reading prior! Here are a few resources that are helpful. **Arts Law Centre of Australia- Street Photographers Rights Info Sheet** Whilst we are focusing on ethics in discussion, it's helpful to have grounding on the legal aspects first. **Peta Pixel** **Six Ethical Considerations When Doing Street Photography by Polly Ryan** **The Michigan Daily** **The Questionable Ethics of Street Photography by Ben Luu** **www.michigandaily.com**

Women & Gender Diverse Filmmakers/Actors Networking Night

Calling all \*\*female-identifying, non-binary and gender diverse \*\* filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts! Join us at **6pm** **Monday Oct 5th (the first Monday of every month)** at the Motley Bauhaus (NEW LOCATION) for a chance to build relationships in the film community. This event is an expansion of the very successful **Movie Mutuals Wednesday Night Networking group** which has grown remarkably, with a weekly turnout of over 50 participants, blending newcomers with regulars to create a vibrant, diverse community. Whether you’re a writer, actor, animator, or independent filmmaker, come share your experiences, discuss current projects, or chat about favourite films. This event fosters connections among like-minded women, non-binary and gender diverse people, encourages friendships, and opens doors for collaboration. **RSVP** to help us gauge attendance. You will become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. **What to Expect:** *There’s no set theme, workshop, or speaker. It’s a relaxed gathering where filmmakers, actors, and creatives can connect, discuss projects, share needs, and learn from each other. Beyond this networking event, we also host weekly Wednesday night meetups, exclusive events such as table reads, cinematography workshops with Panasonic, member screenings, and more.* \*Note: Our community emphasizes collaboration, friendship, and goodwill rather than promotional activities. If you wish to promote a workshop, course, screening, or similar event, please contact the organizers first. Promotional privileges are generally reserved for trusted, long-standing members.

HumanArt latex & Fine-Art Nude Photography Lighting Workshop

This is not another portfolio build. The aim is to teach you actual lighting techniques to elevate your photography to award winning levels over an intense 3 hours of creative lighting techniques. • Half hour group chat about finding your own creative style. How to be an ethical photographer. Growing trust in your brand. (10am to 10.30am) • 3 hours Fine Art Nude with Strobe Lighting setups Time: 10am to 1,30pm (3.5 hours) Date: Sunday 20, September 2026 Price: $245 per person ( limited spaces up to 8 attendees) Location: TDA Studio. Factory 4, 200 Chesterville Road, Moorabbin Enquiries: Instagram via either @ni.ck5374 or @humanart_1 or email to [nick@ncpdesign.com.au](mailto:nick@ncpdesign.com.au) Things to bring: Your own DLSR or mirrorless camera capable of mounting a strobe trigger and camera card and spare batteries. This workshop will mainly be using strobe lighting. Model will be @EmmV.Jane ##

Hanfu Portrait Lab — Concept-Led Traditional Chinese Studio Shoot

Join us for a creative Hanfu portrait photography session in Melbourne, designed for photographers who enjoy artistic portraiture, traditional Chinese aesthetics, and collaborative image-making. **Early Participation Fee: $146 per photographer, based on shared session costs. Limited places available.** This is a **collaborative photography session rather than a commercial project**. The focus is on creative exploration, portfolio development, shared experience and creating strong images together in a relaxed group environment. The session will feature **five models**, each presented through different Hanfu-inspired concepts exploring their own colour palette, mood, styling and visual character. The concepts provide an overall creative direction, while photographers are encouraged to interpret them through their own photographic style. Photographer numbers will be carefully managed to maintain a comfortable 1:2 or 1:3 photographer-to-model ratio, ensuring everyone has reasonable time and space to work collaboratively with the models. The participation fee is based on shared session costs and contributes towards studio hire, model appreciation fees, makeup, clothing and styling, event organisation, and the overall production of the session. Photographers are welcome to bring props, flowers, fabrics or other creative elements if they have a particular visual effect in mind. The session is intended to be collaborative rather than highly scripted, allowing photographers room to experiment with posing, composition, lighting and visual storytelling. Broad creative direction and an overall visual concept will be provided to help maintain a consistent artistic approach throughout the session. This event is suitable for photographers who: • enjoy creative portrait and fashion photography • are interested in Hanfu and traditional Chinese visual aesthetics • want to develop their portrait portfolio • would like to meet and collaborate with models and other photographers • enjoy experimenting with different concepts and creative approaches • are comfortable sharing shooting space and working respectfully within a group environment The focus is on creating beautiful images, exchanging ideas and giving both photographers and models useful portfolio material. Please note that the reference concepts are provided as **creative guidance only**. Individual photographers may interpret the themes differently, and final images will naturally reflect each photographer’s own photographic style. Photographers are encouraged to work collaboratively and respectfully with the models and other participants throughout the session. Shooting rotations and group arrangements may be used to ensure everyone has a fair opportunity to photograph the models. Respectful and professional conduct toward all models and participants is expected throughout the event. The session will take place in the **afternoon in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs**. Exact studio details and further session information will be provided to confirmed participants.

Denim and Lingerie Workshop

Wings & Wild Things of Banyule: Wildlife & Bird Photography

**WEATHER DEPENDENCY & UPDATES** This event is strictly weather dependent. Please check the event page on **Friday 18/9** for a final update on conditions and confirmation. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Join us for a wildlife and bird photography session at Banyule Flats Reserve, a 46.47-hectare haven famous for inspiring Heidelberg School artists. Home to over 153 bird species alongside kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, and wallabies, it’s an ideal spot to capture the vibrant nature along the Yarra River and Banyule Swamp. **Schedule** 8.30am - Meet at [Banyule Flats Reserve Car Park ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/SpoVRfwEASm13Jd26)(off Somerset Drive, Viewbank) [googlemap link ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/SpoVRfwEASm13Jd26) (TBC the trail route) 11.30am - Meet for Brunch - location TBC 12.30pm - Meetup ends **What to Bring:** * Your camera and lens (a telephoto lens is highly recommended, and a wider lens can be useful for habitat shots) * Tripod (optional but can be helpful for stability, especially with longer lenses) * Comfortable and quiet walking shoes suitable for varied terrain * Water and snacks * Appropriate clothing for the weather and potentially muddy conditions * Your respect for nature and a keen eye for detail! Target Birds (we may or may not find): **Ducks & Grebes:** Pacific Black Duck, Chestnut Teal, Pink-eared Duck, Musk Duck, and Hoary-headed / Australasian Grebes. **Kingfishers:** Sacred Kingfisher and Azure Kingfisher **Parrots & Honeyeaters:** Red-rumped Parrot, Australian King-Parrot, Eastern & Crimson Rosellas, Rainbow & Musk Lorikeets, Gang-gang Cockatoo. **Important Notes:** * We will prioritise the well-being of all wildlife and maintain a respectful distance at all times. * Please be mindful of noise and movement to avoid disturbing potential subjects. By signing up and attending this event, you and your guest agree to the above disclosures and the [MEETUP GUIDELINES](https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Tlklt2nqT-B8RnDaxvmZv8vsGXy3w8rVpiArNf_-f8/edit?tab=t.0) Annie and Andrew