Discover the art of film making in the dramatic scenery of Cumbria from TV Cameraman and Director, Jon Chappell

Camera Skills Video Camera Courses:

Learn special skills that will help your films look great.
Every student makes a short film using the latest DV cameras.
Film exciting activities all day. No boring office set-ups.
No other film school is set in such dramatic scenery.
These courses can be a stepping stone to a filming career.
Spend lots of one-to-one time with a top TV cameraman.
Operate the Z1, Digibeta, Sony 750 HD and Sports Mini-Cams.
All video equipment is provided but please bring your own.

Courses to chose from:


	Introduction to Filming - £75 / 1 day		More details...
	The basic Camera Skills required to make good films are the same no matter what the subject so this course is ideal for all beginners.



	Competent Camera Crew - £199 / 2 days		More details...
	Take your camera skills to the next level with this intermediate course which is ideal for serious amateurs or professional film makers.



	Filming the Impossible - Who dares...Films!		More details...
	As we brave the elements on the Cumbrian Fell, learn how to film extreme driving and fast moving stunt kites in any weather using the latest HD kits!



	Four Day Filming Holiday - including Go-Professional, Classic Vehicle, Mountain Biking and Walking Holidays		More details...
	£550 / 4 days including 3 nights full-board in our village hotel. Only 6 places! All video equipment is provided.

Why Do A Filming Course?

These courses are ideal for video enthusiasts wanting to create entertaining films on subjects including wildlife, sport, hobbies and holidays. Jon's training is also essential if you wish to pursue a filming career and self-shooting AP's and PD's will find the courses a good confidence builder. Courses will also suite TV professionals wishing to gain further experience and confidence.

Learn New Skills:

With 20 years filming experience TV Cameraman and Director, Jonathan Chappell, can teach you skills that will vastly improve your video camera work. You will learn about camera functions, framing, lighting, sound recording, directing, editing and how to burn your film to a DVD. Find out more about Jon's CV...

Tricks of the Trade:

Jon will pass on the tricks of his trade acquired during the filming of Red Dwarf, Crash Test Dummies in Hi-Def, the Chechen War in Grozny for ITN, Britain's Favourite Views and over 100 Discovery Channel films from around the world.

Camera Kits:

We have a vast array of TV hardware at your disposal including the very best Hi-Def kit, the Sony Z1, Digibeta, hard drive cameras, filters, camera jibs, radio mics and waterproof mini-cameras.

Filming Activities:

Filming subjects include off-road buggying, outdoor cookery, scenic walks, stunt kite flying, mountain biking, filming Jon’s light aircraft and the picturesque landscapes of the Lune Valley.

A Great Gift Idea or a Short Holiday:

If you want to give something unusual and exciting for Christmas or a birthday then Jon’s courses make an ideal gift. Alternatively, why not take a short break in the Lakes and include a camera skills course as part of your holiday?

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast:

Accommodation ranges from camping, to staying in farmhouse bedrooms or an AA 4 Star hotel. You will have an adventure from start to finish enjoying great food, beer, wine and scenery whilst learning a valuable skill.