NEWS
The 2024 cohort had an exciting run with 12 filmmakers total in the beginner and advanced programs. Regular weekly classes concluded on June 29th and now the filmmakers are putting the finishing touches on their short films.
This Just In
The short films created by this year’s LOOK Program participants will be screened during our in-person festival running August 20-24, 2024!
When –– 5:00-7:00pm Thursday August 22, 2024
Where –– RCMP Heritage Centre, Regina SK
WHO WE ARE
LOOK, founded in 2015, is a RIFFA FOUNDATION initiative. The LOOK program provides individuals living with mental health challenges an opportunity to express themselves creatively by making films in a safe, fun and supportive environment. With the support of mental health practitioners and members of the film and teaching community, participants have an opportunity to further develop vocational skills, forge bonds and community connections.
As an occupational therapy program aligned with the audiovisual screen industry, the LOOK program encourages healing and coping skills through the power of artistic & cinematic expression.
TEAM + INSTRUCTORS
Our faculty members are highly influential players in the industry. In every course they teach, they bring their rich experience, knowledge and passion to the classroom, the field and the edit suites. Get to know our talented team below.
Trevor Grant
Educational & Creative Director | Documentary Instructor
Layton Burton
Co-Creative Director | Cinematography & Lighting Guru
Dianne Allen
Director | Community Relations
John Thimothy
President & CEO Regina International Film Festival (RIFFA)
Alexa Lawlor
Mentor | Editing
Matt Duguid
Mentor | Editing
Adam Bent
Mentor | Camera & Editing
Kaitlyn Schropp
Mentor | Editing & Story Development
Gerald Saul
Guest Instructor | Animation
Kendall Latimer
Guest Instructor | The Creative Mind
Wendy Fink (RPN)
Coordinator | AdmissionsPartners, Friends and Support
LOOK is partnered with the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Canadian Mental Health Association – Saskatchewan Division. LOOK is supported by the University of Regina.
Saskatchewan Health Authority
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is the single health region in the province of Saskatchewan.
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Canadian Mental Health Association - Saskatchewan Division
As a leader and champion for mental health, CMHA Sask. facilitates access to the resources people require to maintain and improve mental health and community integration, build resilience, and support recovery from mental illness
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University of Regina
The University of Regina (U of R) has campuses located in Regina and Saskatoon on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 territories. We teach and support students to think critically, to engage in ethical reasoning, to understand their worlds and the worlds of others, and to actively contribute to the betterment of society.
ContactStudent Experience
I would encourage a great number of my peers to join this course in the future. Trevor, Layton, as well as everyone else involved are incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging individuals. I have learned not only how to use a camera, but duly the importance behind the usage of a camera and its ability to navigate, captivate, and provoke an audience through various artful techniques. Likewise, the in depth teachings of past films and documentaries of all kinds were both interesting as well as informative – to the extent in which one may even consider them inspiring. I can honestly say I have thoroughly enjoyed this program and thought it increasingly compelling with each passing week.
Hannah
2024 Screening Event
LOOK student films will premier at the LOOK Program Screening on the evening of Thursday August 22, 2024 at the RCMP Heritage Centre. More details coming soon!
