(Santo Domingo, October 3, 2012) -  The well-know British filmmaker will be giving a two-day Master Class on November 12 & 13 wherein participants will have a unique and intimate opportunity to learn the latest in digital filming techniques with from the guru of HD digital himself, Philip Bloom.

The Master Class will take place in the auditorium of the Fundación Global Democracia y Desarrollo (FUNGLODE). The maximum number of participants will be limited to 25. Attendees will hear about Bloom’s participation in such projects as Red Tails, a film based on the true story of the Tuskegee Airmen, a distinguished group of African American pilots who served in World War II. The movie was produced by the prestigious Lucas Films.

For two days, Bloom will directly share his experience of working with such notable companies as Discovery and the BBC of London. He will also be reviewing information on filming with digital equipment such as DSLR cameras and the "Large Sensor" as well as the Canon 5DmkIII, Panasonic AF100 and the Canon C300, among others.

This Master Class is part of the activities being undertaken by the creator of Genesis Films in the Dominican Republic with the generous support from Fundación Global Democracia y Desarrollo (FUNGLODE), the General Directorate of Film (DGCINE), the Global Media Arts Institute and the Palacio del Cine (Film Palace). This activity is a prelude to the official inauguration of the Dominican Global Film Festival (FCGD) scheduled for November 14 in Santo Domingo. 

To participate in this practical and informative workshop, please sign up at the offices of FUNGLODE in Santo Domingo. The cost of the program is RD$ 18,000 if you register before October 19, after which time the cost goes up to RD$20,000. Space is limited.

For more information about Philip Bloom and his workshops, visit: http://philipbloom.net

Email address for more information about this event: bloom@festivaldecineglobal.org