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About TOSMI
TOSMI is a part of MEDIA, the European Union’s support program for the European audiovisual industry and is designed to introduce media professionals to the benefits and possibilities of an open source pipeline in audio-video production.
In 2010, there are two separate 6 day long courses. Both of them will focus on Blender, the first serving as a general introduction to Blender and the second with an emphasis on advanced Blender techniques.
Why
Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) has many advantages for professionals in the audio-visual industries. Users are able to take advantage of active support communities and benefit from the rapid pace of development. The use of such software also saves money otherwise spent on software licenses and technical support.
After finishing the course program, participants will have greater freedom in their own productions, because of the advantages already mentioned.
How
During the courses, there is a focus on practice which helps participants assimilate and understand the new knowledge received. In the first course, Blender is in the core of the program and will be used to teach an entire production process. In the second course, participants will learn the advanced animation and interactive features of Blender 2.5.
Details
1. Eligible participants – People from the European Union and Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, Croatia and Lichtenstein. For each course there are 14 positions.
2. Price – 1000 Euro per course. The price includes the accommodation, a meal once a day (lunch), and coffee-breaks. There are also scholarships available to cover the expenses.
Participants are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of travel.
3. Courses – Every course is 6 days, 8 hours mixed theory and practice. The experience is more than just studying some programs – there is also team work involved in the practical experience of creating a production.
4. Dates and places
“General Blender Techniques. Tips and Tricks.” – 16-21 August 2010.
“Advanced Blender. Character Setup, Rigging and Advanced Character Animation.” – 23-28 August 2010.
Sofia, Bulgaria
6. Deadline for applications: 30 June 2010.
