Save the date! Tumbleweeds Film Festival for Kids | April 19-20, 2024

GET EARLY ACCESS TO SPECIAL GUEST PRESENTATIONS! FESTIVAL PASSES ARE ON SALE NOW!

Special Effects Makeup Basics

Do you want to learn how to make bruises, cuts, scrapes, and other makeup special effects for your next movie or Halloween costume? Join makeup artist Ashley Brown from Nightmare on 13th as she lets you try hands-on techniques with makeup also used in the movie industry for fantasy, horror, and sci-fi films. We will […]

Lighting a Movie 101

Learn how to light a scene for your film or social media video! From beginners to those with experience, you’re sure to walk away from this workshop with a few new tips and tricks for your next project.

How to Edit Movies

Need help putting your movie together to tell a great story? Join Utah Education Network’s Media Team in this hands-on video editing workshop. We’ll cover basic editing tips and some intermediate tricks on Adobe Premiere Rush, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, and more.

Making 1-Minute Movies

Learn how to plan, film, and edit a quick 1-minute film with a distinct story. We will explore how to use common technologies like cell phones, iPads, and laptops to write, record, and edit a film in under an hour. Come with an idea of what you would like to film or come with no […]

Making Movies Look Cool Through Cinematography

Do you want your film to look as cool as the films you see at the movie theater and on streaming? If so, then this workshop will teach you how to use lighting, camera angles, framing, and camera techniques to take your films to the next level.

Introduction to Stop Motion Animation

Learn about the process of stop-motion animation through demonstrations, examples, behind-the-scenes footage, and hands-on activities. Kids will have the chance to make their own stop-motion animations and will go home with the knowledge of how to create more on their own.

How to Write a Movie

Calling all writers and storytellers! Learn the parts of all stories, how movie stories are made, and how to write one of your own. Be ready to write, act out your story, and learn how to write any story you can create with your imagination and turn it into a movie!

Acting for the Camera

Learn the basics of on-camera acting with a local pro! Together kids will use their critical reading skills to break down a scene, memorize at the speed of light, and film their very own performance. Get ready to let your dramatic flair show in front of the camera!

Whether you love to watch films, want to explore the hands on activities at the Clubhouse, or do both, a day pass is your access to the Festival!

Each day pass includes the following perks: In-person films on a first come, first served basis

  • Clubhouse activities.
  • Free UTA transit to the Festival at Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center in Taylorsville
 

Each member of your group needs a pass to access Tumbleweeds. Workshops require additional registration and fee. 

Choose a Saturday day pass, a Sunday day pass, or both! 

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