Dinétah : A Video Narrative is designed to bring all the elements of successful storytelling to a short, but compelling film. Carlan will cover story structure, visual sequence and timing. He will also cover the necessary equipment to bring your creative concepts to life, such as iPhones, mirrorless cameras and software tools. You will then learn how to allow that equipment and technical elements to work as the foundation of your creative vision, producing a concise, but successful short film.
I believe that creative filmmaking is not just about equipment but about telling stories and working straight from your heart. My approach is personal and tailored to your needs, ensuring that together we meet your learning goals at your pace. A short film will be created, produced and discussed.
~ Carlan
The five-day workshop is located in Farmington, NM. doorway to Dinétah. The workshop will be based out of the classic Casa Blanca Inn. Lesser known unique and remote areas across Dinétah are explored by Jeep. Workshop begins with a dinner, followed by three field location days, concluding with breakfast on the fifth day.
~ Visual Storytelling Concepts
~ Defining Story Structure
~ Three-Minute Story
~ Visual Sequence
~ Composition Within The Frame
~ Timing
~ Visual Grammer
~ B-Roll
~ Still Images
~ Audio / Music
~ Plan - Execute - Analyze - Adjust
~ iPhone
~ Mirrorless Cameras
~ Lenses
~ Action Cameras
~ Drones
~ Audio
~ Computer
~ Software
~ Final Cut X
~ 1080 / HD / 4K / D-Log
~ Frame Rate
~ Camera Movement
~ Lighting
~ Digital Workflow
~ Editing
~ Rough Cut to Final
~ Internet Platforms
~ YouTube Channel
~ Output / Uploading
~ May 4 - 8, 2026
~ May 18 - 22, 2026
~ June 1 - 5, 2026
September 21 - 25, 2026
October 5 - 9, 2026
October 19 - 23, 2026
The five-day personal workshop is offered as a 50l(c)3 tax deductible suggested donation to
Suggested donation $4200.00
Workshop includes breakfast, lunch and two dinners.
Transportation to Farmington, NM. and lodging at the
Casa Blanca Inn not included.
Dinétah : A Video Narrative
A Zoom session prior to workshop date will be scheduled to discuss your goals and create your personal workshop.