OUR FLAGSHIP PROGRAMS

Diversifying the industry doesn’t happen by chance. It happens when we build intentional and community-rooted pathways.

At Motion Media Arts Center, our mission is to provide access to creative and professional opportunities in film and media art. Through equitable education, hands-on training, access to facilities, and public exhibition platforms, we support emerging and established artists alike.

  • AUSTIN SCHOOL OF FILM

    With over 20 years of deep roots in East Austin, this award-winning public community film program offers a wide range of classes, workshops, and youth education in art, film, and creative technology. Austin School of Film serves approximately 2,000 participants annually through more than 150 classes and camps—including hands-on courses in analog filmmaking, experimental and foundational production skills like Camera Basics, Narrative Filmmaking, Documentary Intensives, Animation, and more.

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  • CINEMAKER STUDIO MEMBERSHIP

    Cinemaker is a membership-based creative studio program that provides affordable access to production studios, equipment, and tools for artists working in film and media. Designed to remove financial barriers, Cinemaker supports hundreds of Austin artists each year by offering hands-on access to professional-grade equipment and space to produce their work. Cinemaker is committed to building affordable, sustainable, and long-term solutions for arts production in Central Texas.

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JULY CLASS CALENDAR

Camera Basics for Film & Video (Beginner Friendly)

JULY 12 & 13, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) 2 spots left
Ideal for beginners, photographers exploring motion, and anyone eager to dive into video production. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to digital camera operation, framing techniques, and scene shooting. It’s the perfect launchpad for aspiring filmmakers.

Intro to Production Management (Beginner Friendly)

JULY 12 & 13, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) 5 spots left
Perfect for aspiring producers, emerging filmmakers, and creators ready to understand and do the essentials of production management. This beginner-friendly workshop demystifies the producer’s role and provides practical skills to plan, budget, and manage productions efficiently—from short films to larger projects.

Intro to 16mm Tactcile Filmmaking (Beginner Friendly)

JULY 13 2025 (Sunday) 3 spots left Unlock one of the rarest analog filmmaking experiences on the planet with our Direct Animation & Tactile Filmmaking workshop. Step beyond the camera and into a world where you create moving images directly on 16mm film—painting, scratching, bleaching, and collaging your way to mesmerizing, handmade visuals.

Intro to Super 8 Filmmaking (Beginner Friendly)

JULY 19 & 20, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) Sold Out
Experience the magic of analog filmmaking in one of the only workshops of its kind anywhere in the world. Our Intro to Super 8 Filmmaking course invites filmmakers, photographers, and adventurous creatives to rediscover the raw, tactile beauty of celluloid in a fully hands-on environment.