A digital creative expo came to life on Thursday September 3rd at the La Vue Boutique Hotel and Conference Centre, where students who participated in the ‘Youth Escape’ Digital Media Workshop showcased their films and musical creations.
The workshop was held for two weeks: August 17 – 28. During the first week, the students focused on film production where they wrote their own scripts, filmed at various locations, produced and edited their work. In the second week the Workshop focused on music production where the students wrote and produced their own songs.
In helping to make the programme possible, this year, UNICEF provided funding of US $17,000. Local sponsors included Wrapped In Blue, Irie Life, Innovative Works, CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa, The Department of Youth & Culture and the Ministry of Social Development.
The facilitators for the workshop were Mr. Ravi Lloyd, Mr. Akio Lloyd, Mr. Crispin Brooks and Mrs. Aurielle Carty.
During the exhibition of the various productions, brief remarks were made by the Hon. Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Cardigan Connor. He stated that he was overly impressed with the youth, and congratulated everyone who had been part of the workshop – including the producers, background staff and all of the sponsors.
Director of Youth and Culture, Mr. Bren Romney, remarked that he really enjoyed all of the films which he said were exceptional. He encouraged the students involved in the workshop to continue their good work.
Crispin Brooks and Akio Lloyd
Facilitator Mr. Ravi Lloyd commented: “Somehow we got all these bright young minds to make very beautiful stuff. I’m very happy and impressed with each and everyone”.
The 21 short films shown were: Airplanes by Omar Hodge; All About Me by Yohance Benjamin; Cheer Squad by Maliha Walters: Different Ways to Complete your Game by Leon Dasent; Stop Bullying by Frankadja ; Free Time by Amisha Walters; Gold Life by Jodi; I.M.B.W.A.P. by Alysha Carty; Bike Life by Javier Hughes; Jim and Jeff by Ryan Gumbs; Trust Fall by Khaleo Lake; Dance by La-Kaisha Lake; Lil Ray by Lorne Connor; Looking for the Master by Leisann Vanterpool; Fear of Heights by Lucien Baronnier; Shoo Fly by Rhonnica Connor; Soul Eater by Issac Fleming; Tennis Battle by Derecia Griffin; The Bear is Here by Jesarni Gumbs; The Phantoms Cry by Damanie Campbell and Think More Create More by Jecoix Gittens.
The films can be viewed on Planet LVC channel on Youtube.com.
