Filmmaking, photography equipment now available through Kitchener Library. Globalnews.ca

Kitchener Public Library It says that it has now made film production and photography equipment available for borrowing in its central library.

new project, called commons studioThere is an effort to make the art of filmmaking accessible to people at all levels.

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They say the collection includes tools that are suitable for a wide range of people, from first-time camera takers to the professional level.

KPL’s Nathan Strache said, “We are keen to build on the non-profit’s history of providing specialized tools to the community in progressive partnerships.”

“Sustainable access to technology is at the heart of the Commons Studio project and we are excited to see what the community will create.”

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The library says that Commons Studio aims to reduce barriers to film production and “empower producers to develop high quality films and creative projects”.

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It added that the editing suite has also been integrated into Hefner Studio.

Available equipment includes the following: continuous lighting kits, cinema-quality glass, professional Sigma and Canon prime and zoom lenses, 4K and 6K film and photography cameras, and a full suite of grip and electrical gear.

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