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A crucial element in creating the precise visual experience
Schedule:
Saturday, September 4th, 10am - 6pm
Cost:
LIFT Members $75, Non-members $95
Enrollment is limited to 14
 Costumes in films are vital tools to help create a mood, construct a character's identity, enhance storytelling and create the visual experience for the viewer. This one-day workshop is designed for independent filmmakers interested in learning how the collaborative process of costumes and costuming can help make their visions come alive. Participants will learn aspects ranging from costume conception, script breakdown, budgeting and wardrobe to continuity and on set protocols. You'll gain a basic understanding of how the costume designer work in dialogue with props, art direction, the director, the set dresser, actors, and lighting. Whether you're thinking about entering this field or would like a better understanding, this workshop will teach you to successfully use costume design to enhance a film's appearance, effect and feel. Though it’s not mandatory, participants are strongly encouraged to provide the instructor with a brief synopsis prior to Friday, August 27th to discuss costume ideas during the workshop.
Instructor:
Tatjana Hutinec is an applied artist who designs, builds and paints costumes, props and sets for film and theatre productions. For the past 14 years, she worked on Hollywood productions, TV movies, TV series, short films, music videos, commercials, photo shoots, fashion shows and theatre productions. Tatjana's cultural background as well as her education in visual art and clothing design give her the academic knowledge, the tools of the trade and a multitude of art techniques, which in addition to her creative and open mind, help turn the impossible projects into creative challenges. Tatjana has taught workshops on costume design for film to students as well as costume, prop and set design for children's theatrical productions. http://www.tatjanahutinec.com
A complete workshop schedule (PDF) is available at http://www.lift.on.ca/mt/workshops.html
For more information and to register call 416.588.6444 Ext. 222
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Read more... [Workshop: Costume Design for Independant Films]
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more than just a yardage sale
Friday May 28: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday May 29: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Very soon bargain-hunting fibre addicts will descend on the Textile Museum of Canada for the annual More Than Just A Yardage Sale. Created and run by the Museum’s volunteers, the sale is a bonanza for textile aficionados and a major fundraiser for the Museum. Shoppers will have their pick of an eclectic mix that includes yardages, yarns, vintage oddments and a wild variety of patterns, quilt fabrics, notions, crafts and books. All sale proceeds support the Textile Museum’s exhibitions and education programming.
Everything in the sale is generously donated. The More Than Just A Yardage Sale is an opportunity for fibre enthusiasts to sort through their stashes, contribute to a good cause and make room for new finds. Donors and donations have ranged from the individual who brought in a few balls of alpaca yarn left over from a project, to the estate of an interior designer who donated a lifetime’s collection of decorator samples.
Now in its fifteenth year, the More Than Just A Yardage Sale is a “must do” event for thrifty Toronto-area textile enthusiasts. The sale has become a major event, raising tens of thousands of dollars and attracting large crowds. Rain or shine, the sale will be held in temporary tents outside of the Textile Museum on 55 Centre Avenue.
55 Centre Avenue
Toronto ON M5G 2H5
416-599-5321
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www.textilemuseum.ca
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Boloten Sales Ageny is having a Spring Sample Sale
Boloten's annual spring sample sale is an event you won't want to miss. With a range of designer garments this sale is a refreshing reminder that spring has finally arrived. So join with • >;. us and browse through our collections of Nobis Hat wear, Virginia .Johnson, Post'age, Andrew Marc and many ~ more
Where: 555 Richmond Street Suite 626,, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1Y9 416.595.6262
when: Thursday May 27th, 1200pm - 700pm Friday May 28th, 12:00pm - 7:00pm Saturday May 29th, 12:00pm - 3:00pm Sorry, No Cheques ... CASH ONLY
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Aloha all Members,
I am so excited about this event, Freda's has been a best kept industry secret.
Freda's is more than a retail destination she has an AMAZING production room with an insanely quick turn around time.
She is also a lovely gal and extremely film friendly.
Freda has been kind enough to provide us with a venue for our April Social get togather and she is footing the bill for wine, cheese and nibbles.
Please, please RSVP to
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Saturday May 1st, 9-5 pm
721 Eastern Ave, Toronto
Quickly becoming one of our most popular events, we are delighted to have over 40 vendors including members and industry types who will be selling comptemporary and vintage clothing and accessories used by local film and television productions, fabric and notions, handcrafted goods, deadstock, samples, wardrobe supplies and more!!
$3 Admission
Parking is FREE
Entrance fee goes towards supporting CAFTCAD initiatives.
Members, Children and Seniors enter Free.
Vendor Info. and application available at www.caftcad.com/mws
See photos from our last sale.
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A weekend series of costume seminars:
These short concise capsules will explain & discuss some of the many skills the Costume community expressed an interest in.
There is a great mix of creative & technical topics from which to choose.
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Read more... [CAFTCADEMY]
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 Get ready to stock up for Spring.
On Wednesday, April 14 Triluxe will kick-off it’s seasonal sample sale with a VIP preview, featuring J.Lindeberg, Sand, Seal Kay, Pringle of Scotland, Cold Method, American Vintage, DL 1961 denim and more. Prices up to 80% off. The sale continues through to Saturday, April 17. Triluxe is located at 63 Wingold Avenue (just off Dufferin, north of Eglinton).
VIP PREVIEW
Wednesday, April 14 from 12 PM to 8 PM
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Thursday, April 15 from 10 AM to 8 PM
Friday, April 16 from 10 AM to 8 PM
Saturday, April 17 from 10 AM to 4 PM |
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CAFTCAD mourns the loss of Derek Van Lint, Icon and Mentor to countless Cinematographers and Filmakers around the world.
His passionate career in Cinematography began with his groundbreaking style of shooting on Ridley Scott's "ALIEN" and continued in his monumental body of work in films and commercials. We were honoured to have him as guest speaker for "The Art of Cinematography" at our 2009 Caftcademy Seminars.
He was a true "Master of Light and Motion"and will be missed dearly by all of us who had the pleasure of sharing his remarkable life.
Please join Derek's friends, family and work colleagues for a tribute to DEREK VANLINT and a celebration of his life.
Saturday April 24, 2010 1pm
Pinewood Studios, 225 Commissioners Street
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=336265791819&ref=ts
Please spread the word to anyone who may be interested to attend
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 The Gaudet show which opened this year's Canadian Fashion Week was stunning on every level. The clothing was sexy, beautifully made, and the styling was creative and modern.The feature piece of this show was the felted wool coat. It came blazing down the runway in fire-engine red, chalky brown with hint's of pink, and moss green to name a few. Included in the swag bag for the show, were two fabric samples of this wool which upon close inspection was multi-layered incorporating many colours to give the impression of depth.
While Gaudet's signature pieces were coats and they were paired with printed silk hot pants, shiny black leggings, and floating organza dresses in sage and candy floss pink. The models wore towering teased chignons, shimmering gold make-up and sleek black and gold platform shoes to complete the ‘Gaudet’ look. This talented pair of designers, Norman and Gio Gaudet, really raised the bar high for designers this week.
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Designer - Orange by Angela Chen
Customer - She’s the inherently cool woman that exudes a kind of effortless chic.
Stand-Outs - Metallic crochet pieces and surprising side draped details on structured basics.
Designer - Saniya Khan
Customer - She’s a mildly eccentric world traveler who gathers style around the globe.
Stand-Outs - Patchwork, tapestry, embroidery and eye-catching ornamental details.
Designer - Dimitri Chris
Customer - He’s a contemporary and chic gentleman with plenty of old-world charm
Stand-Outs - The suits and a waist-coat cummerbund piece, almost like a man’s corset
Designer - Zoran Dobric
Customer - She’s a touch bohemian; appreciating comfort and immersed in the art world.
Stand-Outs - The prints; they manage to be bold and soft at the same time.
Designer - Lovas Wesley Badanjak
Customer - She’s sort of a Torontonian everywoman; working, living and playing in the city.
Stand-Outs - Details like fur gauntlets, liquid sequins, and hardware ornamentation.
Designer - Lundstrom
Customer - She’s a classic and conservative woman who lives in luxury.
Stand-Outs - Their signature upscale outerwear; luxe knitwear and coats.
Designer - Evan Biddell
Customer - She’s an urban warrior, galaxy defender and fashion maven.
Stand-Outs - The exaggerated silhouettes and beautiful strip-cut details.
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Friday April 9, 2010
CAFTCAD is excited to present opening night guest speaker, Monique
Prudhomme, 2010 Costume Designers Guild award winner for Excellence in Fantasy Film
and Oscar nominated for costume design for her work on The Imaginarium of
Doctor Parnassus followed by a Wine & Cheese Reception.
Saturday April 10 - Sunday April 11, 2010
CAFTCADEMY includes 8 courses over two days on Quick Sketch, Negotiation Skills, The
Art of Networking, Quick Ageing, Horror Techniques, Working with SPFX,
Measuring the Body and Dealing with Nudity.
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At The International Marine Passenger Terminal
8 Unwin Ave.
Corner of Cherry and Unwin
March 23-26
9am-5pm
*Photo ID required* for admittance to the terminal
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Saturday March 6th, 2010, 10 am - 5 pm
One day while pursuing her collection of single buttons, CAFTCAD Member Joanna Syrokomla wondered what to do with all those sparkling beauties. Of what use could they be? She grouped them together by colour and felt they spoke such a history of garment design and a nostalgia left from the fastening of cocktail dresses, brocade coats, military jackets, and other finery. Buttons in a jar were such a beautiful stripe needing to be dusted off and seen. She started sewing them into layers onto bracelets and found quite an audience with many coming back again and again for the latest JO.SY Collection vintage button cuff.
Available usually only by request or at the Bi-Annual CAFTCAD Movie Wardrobe Sales, these button cuffs and now chunky bib button necklaces will be for sale by Member Ian Drummond at the Toronto Vintage Clothing and Textile Show. The Ian Drummond Collection will be selling many incredible vintage and designer garments and accessories from the 1940’s through 1990’s.
Saturday March 6th, 2010, 10 am- 5 pm at the
Conference Ballroom, CNIB Centre
1929 Bayview Avenue, Toronto
Admission $8. Partial proceeds donated to charity.
Vintage Button Cuffs and Necklaces also available by request from
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The North Face Sample Sale is fast approaching.
There will be Spring 2010 clothing, as well as Fall 2011 clothing, that is not even in stores yet!! |
Second Annual Member’s Value Book
.jpg) Another exciting way we’re bringing our community together is through the Second Annual Member’s Value Book. Premiering on January 13th at our first General Meeting of this new decade, this special offer will be available to all Members, both new and returning.
With savings of seriously over $5000 there are some things to consider.
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Read more... [Member’s Value Book]
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Toronto's largest antiquing event is coming!
Classic home decor and furnishings, vintage fashion and incredible antiques. Mark your calendar for thousands of fantastic finds at Toronto's premiere antiquing event. Fun. Fabulous. (And Free!). Free parking too. Visit www.asinter.com for complete information. Sun.11-6, M-F 10-9, Sat. 9:30-6 |
Thanks to all that came out. It was a great to see everyone, chat and catch up.
To those that couldn't make it: Happy Holidays!
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