EPISODE · Oct 21, 2021 · 54 MIN

#45 Experimental Filmmaking | Leslie Foster

from The Practical Filmmaker · host The Practical Filmmaker

Sometimes you have to try different things to find your passion. This week, Leslie Foster shares his journey into experimental filmmaking. They talk about going to grad school, paying the bills, and the difference between the film and art world. Listen to Leslie share how he found his passion with experimental filmmaking. Key Points: 1:37 - How Leslie got started4:38 - First film job5:34 - First art installation8:13 - Going to grad school at UCLA11:51 - Goal after grad school15:00 - Leslie inspired Tanya to get into film17:37 - Paying the bills24:29 - Difference between film and art world28:53 - What do you look for when curating art33:32 - Where to find a community when getting started 35:49- Reliable old piece of gear37:43 - New Gadget that revolutionizes work40:44 - Overcoming something going wrong 45:03 - Shifting from film to art47:04 - Future projects 50:50 - Experimental film definition Links:Leslie Foster PatreonLeslie Instagram Fusion 360EvernoteWebsiteConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeSupport the showFind more filmmaking resourcesConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeFind more filmmaking resources