Fairfield Bike Shorts
A$3,000
of $3,000 targetyrs ago
Successful on 9th Oct 2013 at 1:00PM.
Hi, my name is Phuong Le and I'm the Producer of Fairfield Bike Shorts, an independent community film making project themed around cycling.
Over the last few years Fairfield City Council has invested a lot of money into improving cycling infrastructure within the municipality. This ranges from connected off-road cycle paths, signage, and bicycle parking facilities nearby train stations. But the growth in numbers of cyclists in the south-western suburbs isn't as great as it could be, particularly considering the extensive off-road infrastructure available.
There is where Fairfield Bike Shorts (FBS) comes in. FBS is a series of film making workshops which will culminate in the premier screening of films in Fairfield in October 2013. There may be opportunities for the films to then be showcased in the 2013 Sydney Rides Festival (TBC) and the films will be submitted to the 2014 Bicycle Film Festival for worldwide screening consideration. With these films we hope to engage the local community to get them thinking about and reconnecting with the act of cycling.
At the conclusion of the workshops we aim to have FIVE short films in post-production. These include a fictional narrative, an animation, a music video, a documentary and a behind-the-scenes documentary of the project.
Over the last few years Fairfield City Council has invested a lot of money into improving cycling infrastructure within the municipality. This ranges from connected off-road cycle paths, signage, and bicycle parking facilities nearby train stations. But the growth in numbers of cyclists in the south-western suburbs isn't as great as it could be, particularly considering the extensive off-road infrastructure available.
There is where Fairfield Bike Shorts (FBS) comes in. FBS is a series of film making workshops which will culminate in the premier screening of films in Fairfield in October 2013. There may be opportunities for the films to then be showcased in the 2013 Sydney Rides Festival (TBC) and the films will be submitted to the 2014 Bicycle Film Festival for worldwide screening consideration. With these films we hope to engage the local community to get them thinking about and reconnecting with the act of cycling.
At the conclusion of the workshops we aim to have FIVE short films in post-production. These include a fictional narrative, an animation, a music video, a documentary and a behind-the-scenes documentary of the project.
About Us
For more information visit our blog at www.fairfieldbikeshorts.wordpress.com
Phuong Le is the Project Producer. She grew up in Cabramatta and has extensive experience facilitating workshops and organising cycling events. She is a architecture graduate, and has a background in the arts and working with culturally-diverse communities.
Vinh Nguyen is a 24 year old freelance videographer with a Bachelor of Design in Visual Communications. He specialises in short film and animated works, creating pieces for clients like Sydney Theatre Company, Cancer Council, Sydney Festival, PYT and Fairfield City Council.
Rudge Hollis is a local film-maker based in Smithfield. He currently works on contracted projects at the University of Sydney while also juggling other film-making projects. Rudge has extensive knowledge in technical details of camera operation and lighting and has extensive experience film-making.
Roxie Vuong is a local film-maker based in Fairfield. She has a keen interest in documentary film-making, which has won her numerous awards including the UTS Golden Eye Award.
Douglas Draper is a Canley Heights resident of over 30 years and is the President of the Western Sydney Cycling Network (WSCN). Douglas has been with WSCN since its inception and is highly involved in the group’s various projects.
Glenis Draper is a Canley Heights resident and long-term member of the Western Sydney Cycling Network. She plays an active role in the organisation participating and assisting in its many projects and participating in its regular rides and events.
Mark Rutledge grew up in the Fairfield area and still frequents the local area. He is the Rides Coordinator of the Western Sydney Cycling Netowrk. Mark’s film-making experience comes from involvement in the community television station CTV-1.
Phuong Le is the Project Producer. She grew up in Cabramatta and has extensive experience facilitating workshops and organising cycling events. She is a architecture graduate, and has a background in the arts and working with culturally-diverse communities.
Vinh Nguyen is a 24 year old freelance videographer with a Bachelor of Design in Visual Communications. He specialises in short film and animated works, creating pieces for clients like Sydney Theatre Company, Cancer Council, Sydney Festival, PYT and Fairfield City Council.
Rudge Hollis is a local film-maker based in Smithfield. He currently works on contracted projects at the University of Sydney while also juggling other film-making projects. Rudge has extensive knowledge in technical details of camera operation and lighting and has extensive experience film-making.
Roxie Vuong is a local film-maker based in Fairfield. She has a keen interest in documentary film-making, which has won her numerous awards including the UTS Golden Eye Award.
Douglas Draper is a Canley Heights resident of over 30 years and is the President of the Western Sydney Cycling Network (WSCN). Douglas has been with WSCN since its inception and is highly involved in the group’s various projects.
Glenis Draper is a Canley Heights resident and long-term member of the Western Sydney Cycling Network. She plays an active role in the organisation participating and assisting in its many projects and participating in its regular rides and events.
Mark Rutledge grew up in the Fairfield area and still frequents the local area. He is the Rides Coordinator of the Western Sydney Cycling Netowrk. Mark’s film-making experience comes from involvement in the community television station CTV-1.
Project Partners
- This project is run through the Western Sydney Cycling Network
- This project is the recipient of the Community Cultural Development Grant ($4,000) from Fairfield City Council.
- This project is being supported by the Powerhouse Youth Theatre by way of complementary venue hire and AV technician for the Premier Film Screening.
- This project is being supported by the organisers of the Sydney Bicycle Festival, The Spokespeople. They have provided us with lots of useful advice and moral support, and continue to assist with promotion of the project.
- This project is the recipient of the Community Cultural Development Grant ($4,000) from Fairfield City Council.
- This project is being supported by the Powerhouse Youth Theatre by way of complementary venue hire and AV technician for the Premier Film Screening.
- This project is being supported by the organisers of the Sydney Bicycle Festival, The Spokespeople. They have provided us with lots of useful advice and moral support, and continue to assist with promotion of the project.
The Challenges
So I hear you say:
“Hang on, the filmmaking workshops and production has already begun. Why do you still need the funds?”
The simple answer is that the funds are currently coming out of my (Phuong's) back pocket. I’m so passionate about cycling and believe this project can help others within the local community start reconnecting with cycling. I believe there are many other cyclists who are also passionate about promoting cycling and supporting local film-making projects and so believe this Pozible campaign will be successful.
“Hang on, the filmmaking workshops and production has already begun. Why do you still need the funds?”
The simple answer is that the funds are currently coming out of my (Phuong's) back pocket. I’m so passionate about cycling and believe this project can help others within the local community start reconnecting with cycling. I believe there are many other cyclists who are also passionate about promoting cycling and supporting local film-making projects and so believe this Pozible campaign will be successful.
FILM BACKER: Thank you! Your donation to the project is greatly appreciated. Every dollar counts!
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PERSONAL THANKYOU: Thanks for supporting Fairfield Bike Shorts! For your donation: - you'll be one of the first to receive updates & news from us about how the project is progressing AND - we'll let the wold know of your support through a thank you message on our Facebook page and Twitter!
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CREDIT RECOGNITION: Your support of Fairfield Bike Shorts is greatly appreciated! We'll be thanking you by: - giving you all the rewards listed above AND - including your name in the credits of the behind-the-scenes documentary!
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ONLINE FILM SCREENING: Can't physically make it to the film screening in Fairfield NSW Australia? Never fear, this reward option had you in mind! For your donation you'll receive: - all rewards listed above PLUS - we will hold three live online screening sessions, followed by an online chat/Q&A session so you can watch the films & chat to us from the comfort of your internet-connected computer or mobile device anywhere in the world!
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VIP TICKET: Thanks for your support! For your generosity, you'll receive: - all the rewards listed above PLUS - reserved VIP seating for you at the Premier Screening of film in Fairfield on the 12th October 2013! Yes, you get to sit up close to all the cast and crew! Very exciting...
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DVD OF FILMS: Thanks for supporting Fairfield Bike Shorts! For your generous donation you'll get: - all the rewards listed above PLUS - your very own copy of the films on DVD after the Premier screening and festival run in October 2013. What better present could someone ask for for Christmas this year? To be picked up in Sydney or add $11 for postage Australia-wide.
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LIMITED EDITION POSTER: Thanks for supporting Fairfield Bike Shorts! For your support you'll get all the rewards listed above, plus: - Phuong will send you a limited edition poster of a still frame from a selected short film personally signed by the local film-makers themselves! This reward is to be picked up in Sydney or add $11 for postage Australia-wide.
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BIKE & FOOD TOUR WITH PHUONG: Yes, Phuong will get to thank you herself! For your donation you'll get: - rewards listed above PLUS - a half-day tour with Phuong Le sight seeing by bicycle & tasting culinary delights around Cabramatta & Fairfield, NSW, Australia. (BYO bicycle, transport to meeting location & food cost not included. What can I say? Funds raised on Pozible go towards the project.) NB: Rewards to be picked up in Sydney or add $11 for postage Australia-wide. Food cannot be posted.
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PROJECT PARTNER: You are an absolute champ! We don't know how to thank you enough. You'll receive: - all the rewards listed above PLUS - we'll place your business logo on the end credits of the films* AND - you may be able to advertise your business during the Premier Screening of films in Fairfield*. If you're not a business, Phuong will give you a thank you hug when she sees you. * This is subject to prior approval of the Western Sydney Cycling Network. Please contact us for more info.
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