From French classic The City of Lost Children to children’s films such as Garfield and Stuart Little 2, via Hollywood blockbusters like Charlie’s Angels and X-Men2, international specialist Arnon Manor has worked his visual effects magic to the delight of audiences around the world.

Join us in June for a unique opportunity to hear Arnon’s introduction to visual effects. He’ll be discussing some basic methodology and terminology, and the theory behind the process of visual effects for the motion picture industry, with examples of his own work. Don’t miss this chance to get up close to visual effects with one of the world’s leading practitioners.

Cost $20 members / $25 non-members

7-10pm, Thursday 12 June
Lecture Theatre WE 240, School of Art and Design
AUT, St Paul’s Street, Auckland City

For more information or to register call (09) 378 7271 or email office@wiftauckland.org.nz before Tuesday 10th June.

Catch up with colleagues and friends over a glass of wine and some nibbles in this South Island networking event, and enjoy the special opportunity to hear NZ Film Commission Head of Development Marilyn Milgrom talk about her work – she’s very clever and also great fun.

Members Free / Non-Members $10

Register your interest with the WIFT office early at office@wiftauckland.org.nz / 09 378 7271.

5 July, Members $45 / Non-Members $90
Join Paul Reynolds for a workshop covering the basic skills needed for using the online environment as a delivery platform. This is a hands-on workshop especially for women with computer access. Topics covered will range from uploading material to sites such as YouTube to setting up your own video blog or channel. To register call (09) 378 7271 or email office@wiftauckland.org.nz before Tuesday 1st July.

Due to illness this workshop was rescheduled from 5 July to 19 July, 9am-midday, at the AUT Campus. As a result there are now two spare places on this unique hands-on workshop with internet expert Paul Reynolds, designed for women to learn how to put film material on internet sites such as YouTube and how to set up video channels/blogs etc. Contact the office on 09 378 7271 or office@wiftauckland if you'd like to attend.

Monday 11 August 6-10pm, SKYCITY Theatre

Celebrate the achievements of the industry, enjoy a great party and support the ongoing work of WIFT through attendance at the WIFT NZ Awards 2008.

6-7pm Matua Bubbly Hour
7-8.30pm Awards Ceremony with entertainment & film clips
8.30-10.30pm Wine and canapes party with DJ Leza Corban;
10pm Raffle for LG 42in LCD television / Pacific Blue air travel / White Island trip drawn at 10pm.

Everybody welcome. Members tickets $45 / Non-members $55.

To book your seat contact WIFT Auckland on 09 378 7271 or office@wiftauckland.org.nz

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Any great film needs great vision and so too does a great life!

Join professional Life Designer Sian Jaquet for a group session to reassess your career and life and lay the foundations for your new vision. Learn techniques and ideas for setting goals, sticking to them and making tangible changes over the coming year.

From the UK to NZ, from NZ Idol contestants to ‘The Big Stuff’ participants, Sian has helped a vast range of people redefine and achieve their goals.

With an extensive background including residential social work and theatre experience, Sian is perfectly situated to share skills to others working in the film and television industry. Read more about her here.

To secure your place for an evening with Sian contact the WIFT office on (09) 378 7271 or office@wiftauckland.org.nz

Friday 19th September
7-9pm
Heritage Hotel, Hobson Street
$25 members/ $40 non-members. Places limited.