For three days in December, aspiring filmmakers can learn visual effects from one of the best. It was recently announced that Ron Thornton will be one of the instructors at the upcoming Visual Effects Supervisor's Boot Camp to be held in Santa Fe, New Mexico from December 4th through 6th. Ron has worked as a supervisor and CGI producer for top TV shows and film projects, including Bablyon 5 and the Star Trek franchise. Ron has worked with both straight CGI effects as well as projects that combine live action with CGI. In addition to his impressive resume, Ron has also worked as a teacher, and has helped launch the careers of many aspiring filmmakers.

The Visual Effects Supervisor's Boot Camp is led by Lee Stranahan, a 25-year industry veteran with numerous credits and awards as a producer, director, and visual effects artist for his work in film, television, and Internet. Stranahan said, "Ron is a true legend and a larger than life figure in the world of CGI. He's an old friend and I couldn't be more honored to have him as part of the Boot Camp."

About the Visual Effect's Supervisors Boot Camp

Attendees will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of video production during a simulated film shoot. This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking for professional experience since the program provides written references and other promotional materials for the 2010 hiring season.

The Boot Camp will expose attendees to a wide range of professional production techniques. Students will learn on-set supervisory skills as they work closely with the director and D.P. Students will learn technical skills including the RED One™ digital camera system, green screen compositing, motion tracking, HDRI light probe, directing stunt talent, "clean plate" shoots, and the use of hi-res image maps as 3D textures.

Take-aways from the program include:

• A hard drive full of all shoot data - including footage, plates, elements, HDRI photos and motion capture - with complete reproduction and usage rights for use in personal projects
• Complete course materials including sample script breakdowns, storyboards, and instructional guides
• Certificate of completion from Film School Boot Camp
• Processional "production stills" by the on-set photographer in digital format for use in professional promotion

Interested persons should contact Lee Stranahan via Lee@Stranahan.com or visit the program's website at FilmSchoolBootCamp.com; a short video about the program is also available at FilmSchoolBootCamp.com/blog.