August 2010
6 posts
WatchNoise
A night of Cacophony at the Someday Lounge. Film by Stuart Hiner
WatchChocolate
Take a look into the delicious world of Chocolate.
WatchThe Natural End
A look at natural burial. Film by Trishia Sweeney
WatchHome Sweet Home
A look into the heartwarming world of gingerbread houses. Film by Renee Moog
WatchThe Fisherman
The most dangerous place to work in America? A commercial fishing boat. Mike Donovan works on one. Film by Mary Remuzzi
WatchThe Bridges
A Film by Laura V. Miller
July 2010
23 posts
WatchI Am Not a Boy
A look at Dr. Frederic J. Downing. A Film by Kyia Clayton
WatchNative Daughter
An experimental look at the nature and vision of Portland, Oregon. Film by Yael Rottenburg
WatchA New Bike: Coral’s Story
Film by Wolfgang Neiderhoffer and Jean Macdonald RT: 9:20 NW Documentary Media and Arts Workshop
WatchGrantbo’s Hole
Could this hole really be 80,000 feet deep? Take a look into the search for Mel’s Hole. Film by Peter Stutheit, with Maria Howe and Gil Reynolds
WatchThe Good Seed
Film by Emiko Badillo and Michelle Majeski
WatchPipe Dreams
Film by Mark Timby
WatchLeather and Wood
Film by Frank Reynolds, Renee Moog, and Randy L. Rasmussen.
WatchDocumentary Explorers Camp 2008 - Thunder Eggs
WatchDocumentary Explorers Camp 2008 - There Will be Fossils
WatchDocumentary Explorers Camp 2008 - Yesteryears of Clarno Basin
WatchDocumentary Explorers Camp 2008 - Stories in Stone
WatchDocumentary Explorers Camp 2008 - Slug Luv
WatchDocumentary Explorers Camp 2008 - Po Po Leen
WatchDocumentary Explorers Camp 2008 - Forest of Flames
Documentary Explorers Camp introduces students to documentary filmmaking as a tool for experiencing, exploring, understanding and appreciating the natural scientific world. The program encourages students to use documentary filmmaking as a scientific learning tool-a creative way to record what they have learned through positive collaboration,...
WatchJuniper - Documentary Explorers Camp 2008
Documentary Explorers Camp introduces students to documentary filmmaking as a tool for experiencing, exploring, understanding and appreciating the natural scientific world. The program encourages students to use documentary filmmaking as a scientific learning tool-a creative way to record what they have learned through positive collaboration, problem...
WatchSlow Down, Sit Down, Breathe
A look at the positive (and rebellious) nature of meditation, featuring members of the Portland Dharma Punx Meditation Sangha, Heather Fercho and Scott Spencer. Film by Joanne Leal
WatchBharatanatyam
10 Year Old Snigdha is learning the traditional dance of her family’s home country, India
Film by Udayini Pendyala, Jessi Knapp, and Randy Rassmessen RT: 8 Min
WatchHigh Rise: Documenting the Ladd Tower Project
Watch the construction of the Ladd Tower in stunning time-lapse photography and hear teh first hand account of the photo project that documented. Film by Randy L. Rasmussen RT: 4 Min.
WatchHard Landing
Today, gliders are a popular form of aviation recreation, but Tom Kilker recounts when he flew a glider over Normandy during the D-Day invasion. Film by Logan Ballarche’
WatchGrey Anne: With Wings
An experimental portrait of a local singer/songwriter Anne Adams.
WatchRebirth of the Living Christmas Tree
Oregonian Calen Kennet loves trees. Each holiday season, his business, Living Christmas, helps other Oregonians love trees, too. Film By Kristen ten Broeck
WatchFlying High, Standing Tall: The Story of Circus Artemis
She soars through the air with the greatest of ease… meet the talented women of Portland’s only all-women’s circus troupe, Circus Artemis. Film by Erin Connelly with Tom Parker and Christine Robins
WatchLift
Bridge operator Matthew Craft has one of the most isolated jobs in Portland. Hear how he balances the fine line between solitude and loneliness. Film by Brighton West
June 2010
24 posts
WatchLuisa’s Legacy
A heartwarming profile of a man who has dedicated his life to his late wife’s passion, helping others.
Created by DIY Documentary participant Laurie Wayne.
WatchVanilla
Witness the elevation of the bicycle to high art. Portland’s Vanilla Bicycles are the creation of artisan Sacha White. Get inside the workshop, and up close and personal with the torch, as the hand crafted bikes are welded into history.
Created by DIY Doc student Marko Muellner.
WatchI (Heart) Craigslist
What is it like to meet people over Craigslist? Five individuals who’ve gone looking for love on the internet will tell you. Created by DIY Documentary participant Doug Adler.
WatchOf the Air, Of the Earth: The Story of the Portland Aerial Tram
The Portland OHSU Aerial Tram, it’s creation and conception. Created by Tom Frisch, with Judy Bowker.
WatchThe Fancy
Meet four folks who breed pure bred poultry and compete in the Northwest National Poultry Show. Film by Dough Adler and Eric Maxen RT: 12 Min
WatchThe Point of Fencing
Fencing is a sport, a science, and an art. It is also the connection between a master swordsman and his young pupil. Film by TK Goldenbaum RT: 9.5 Min
WatchPolaris
Polaris dancers, despite their professional level of skill, dance for the pure passion of the art, the camaraderie of their peers, and the hope of building something meaningful in their futures. Film by Jason Van Orden with Erin Connelly, Keah Meijer, and Tom Parker RT: 10.5 Min
WatchWords in Flight
Words in Flight takes a look at the intelligence and verbal skills of parrots, as well as the challenges — for people and birds — of keeping them in captivity. Film by Maren Souders
WatchSans Lune
In conjunction with the Experimental Techniques, Kristin Broeck explores the relationship between artificial light and Circadian Rhythms in the city. Film by Kristin ten Broeck
WatchOur Sisters in Battle
The team members of Pink Phoenix have two things in common: dragon boat racing and breast cancer. Deandra Ellerbe, a member of Pink Phoenix, shares an inspiring story of facing cancer and learning to live with the fear of reoccurance, and the bonds of sadness and strength shared by this special sisterhood. Film by Deandra Ellerbe
WatchStage II
Created in the Experimental Documentary workshop, Bob offers and evocative collage tribute to Greg. Film by Robert Eggleston RT: 5 Min
WatchRiffy Business
After being laid-off from his comfortable bank job, unlikely inventor Jim Normandy set off to the pursue his dream, creating his signature aluminum guitars. Film by Rich Rane with Lyle Kopnicky and William Volckening RT: 9 Min
Watch Silverspot
Follow the remarkable journey of the endangered Silverspot butterfly from a lab at the oregon zoo to a rugged meadow on the Oregon Coast. Film by Sharon Overton with Cousteau Martell
WatchPeriod Piece
Whether it was eagerly anticipated, looked upon with dread or barely considered, the arrival of a girl’s first period is a vivid, singular moment in her life. Six women start the menstruation conversation, revealing their funny, overwhelming, lonely, and triumphant first period experiences. Film by Christine Robins with Erin Connelly, Leah Meijer and Maren Souders. RT: 11.5 Min
WatchLilac Lady
After a flood destroyed her life’s work, 85 year old Hulda Klager started over. With a great deal of determination and passion for lilacs, she created what is now the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens in Woodland, Washington. Film By Elly Sriro RT: 11 Min
WatchKarmacomedian
Meet Portland comedian Ron Osborne. Far removed from his days as a US Marine, Ron aims to find meaning in the world - one laugh at a time. Film by Kelly Hinkle RT: 7.5 Min
WatchThe Pines 1852
Over 20 years ago, local grape grower Lonnie Wright revived the Northwest’s oldest Zinfandel vines; today he uses those grapes to make his windery’s signature wine, The Old Vine Zinfandel. Film by Mariah Dunn, with Bethany Mason and Lindsey Ellis
WatchAt Home in Forest Park
Portland’s Forest Park is the largest wooded city park in the United States. Covering 5,000 acres, it provides a natural environment for recreation and reflection. Film by TK Goldenbaum and Michelle Mintmier RT: 10 Min
WatchBeauty Secrets
One day Bill Volckening showed up at the Latimer Quilt and Textile Center with a trunk load of priceless hand-stitched quilts, including one he had found on eBay. This is what happened. Film by Bill Volckening RT: 7.5 Min
WatchLife in the Air
Stevie G caught the travel bug and hit the road, traveling around the world, and entertaining audiences with his unique fusing of juggling, gymnastics, and je ne sais quoi. Film by Lee van der Voo with Inger Llekacz, Tom Parker, TK Goldenbaum, and Lean Meijer. RT: 4.5 Minutes
WatchMolly Fights
Boxer Molly McConnell and her Trainer Ron Woodward share a quest for the World Championship. Film by Don Cowan and Brian Foster RT: 6 Min