Session led by Adrian Dean How to Film Music Videos 
What’s Happening?We’ll be diving into the fascinating world of music videos, looking at the techniques, styles, and storytelling methods that make them so compelling. Here’s a glimpse of what to expect: 
Style and Technique BreakdownDiscover how music videos use visuals, choreography, editing, and ... Read more
We are thrilled to announce that Rob Ayling, an award-winning filmmaker and storyteller, will be joining us as a special guest speaker for an unmissable evening of creativity, inspiration, and cinematic insight.
As the year draws to a close, we're not just looking back on old club films with fondness; we're also setting the stage for new beginnings. Gather with fellow club members to delve into our archive, where we'll embark on a cinematic journey through time, revisiting the stories that have defined us.
Hosted by Sutton Filmmakers Session led by Paul Howard 
Celebrating Creativity and Ingenuity in Indie Filmmaking We’re thrilled to announce that the WeMakeFilms International Film Festival will be hosted by Sutton FilmMakers on Tuesday, 7th January 2025, in Cheam, Surrey. This event is dedicated to showcasing exceptional films created with limited budgets, celebrating the ... Read more
Session led by Tom McDaniel What We’ll Do: Creative Icebreakers: We'll start the session with fun icebreakers designed to get the creative juices flowing and ensure everyone is comfortable sharing their ideas. Idea Generation: Using techniques such as mind mapping and group brainstorming, we will explore various themes and concepts that could represent our club. ... Read more
Part 2: Filming and Production After a successful brainstorming and planning session in Part 1, Part 2 of our workshop series moves us into the exciting phase of actual filming. This club night is dedicated to turning our collective vision into reality as we work together to capture the footage that will showcase the spirit ... Read more
Workshop: Choosing the Right Microphone for Any Situation Session led by Giovanni Whether you’re a director, sound recordist, or just curious about how to improve your audio, this workshop is not to be missed. Come along, get involved, and take your sound recording skills to the next level! Checkout Giovanni's previous night where he blew ... Read more
Session led by Frank Hammond Master the Art of Interview Lighting: A Hands-On Workshop Workshop Features Who Should Attend? This workshop is ideal for aspiring and experienced filmmakers, cinematographers, media students, and anyone interested in understanding the power of lighting in video production. Whether you're looking to refine your skills or explore new creative techniques, ... Read more
George started his career making short films with us here at SFM and has travelled the world making films ever since.
First Table Read Session What to Expect from the Table Read If you’re a writer, director, or actor, this session is a great way to get involved in the creative process. It’s an opportunity to develop and refine scripts before they go into production, as well as a chance for club members to step forward ... Read more
New Technologies Workshop: Working With PTZ Cameras Session led by Paul Howard and Peter Leverick Examples of PTZ Camera Usage PTZ cameras are particularly effective in live event settings where multiple angles and smooth transitions are crucial. For example, in a live sports broadcast, PTZ cameras can be strategically placed around the venue to follow ... Read more
Dive into the dynamic world of live streaming with our upcoming club night, designed to guide you through the essentials of broadcasting live content.
Development of skills
Help and support members
Interesting workshops
Networking with other members
Helping not-for-profit organisations
Helping new filmmakers
Offering advice on filmmaking to local businesses and organisations
Sutton Filmmakers
Parochial Rooms,
42 The Broadway,
Cheam, Surrey,
SM3 8BL,
United Kingdom
