Ahoy, Mateys! Filming was underway aboard the 112-foot, 99-ton ship the Lady Washington on Aug 9th. A production took her out near Aberdeen, WA, close to the mouth of the Chehalis River on Grays Harbor, where cast and crew were busy filming scenes for a feature film set in the 19th century.
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There’s a Hole in The Bucket, Dear Liza
Washington Filmworks has recently published a series of blog posts for emerging Washington actors. Gordon Adams of Big Fish NW Talent responded by offering additional context to this developing discussion.
McKenna’s Statement
Earlier this week Washington Filmworks wrote about gubernatorial candidate Rob McKenna’s interview on KUOW. After the interview, Washington Filmworks requested a statement from his campaign…
Inslee’s Statement In Support of Film
Washington Filmworks is pleased to share with the film community that gubernatorial candidate Jay Inslee published a statement in support of the film industry on his blog yesterday.
Innovation Lab FAQ
We are officially accepting proposals for the Film Cycle of the Filmworks Innovation Lab. Filmmakers have until Friday,…
The Governor’s Race and the Future of Film in WA
Today Washington’s Attorney General, Rob McKenna, spoke with Steve Scher from KUOW about his ongoing campaign to be our state’s next Governor. Although the Attorney General has not made his position about the production incentive program public, his on air comments this morning may be of interest to the statewide film industry.
Film and the Internet – Equal Access for All?
The Internet can be a powerful tool for filmmakers, but do all projects have the same potential for success?
New Standard Program Guidelines & Criteria Available
We have revised the Guidelines and Criteria for our standard program. You can find an overview of the changes online.
Breaking Into the Biz – Tips for Emerging Actors (Part 2)
So how does an actor set herself or himself apart from the pack, secure work, and build a career when the field is supersaturated? One could argue that an essential component is lifelong education. Classes on technique and craft can grow an actor’s skills, but educating oneself on the business side is also vital.
State Film Program Launches the Filmworks Innovation Lab
Washington Filmworks is pleased to announce the launch of the Filmworks Innovation Lab. The program is designed to invest in Washington’s local creative community and to encourage the development of original storytelling that capitalizes on new forms of production and technology.