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SUMMARY:Documentary Making Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in making a documentary film? Refractive are offering you the opportunity to take part in a series of exploratory workshops with award winning Television and Film Director Kenny Glanaan. The project is designed to give you the tools to make your own documentary. \nOver the next 11 months the workshops will provide a space to explore\, experiment\, and create a short documentary in any style or form you choose. You will learn how to light\, shoot and edit to a professional standard\, while exploring how to structure your film and engage the audience\, using your own voice and experience as a starting point. \nDon’t worry if you have no experience or only some experience\, everyone is welcome.  We will provide a couple of introductory workshops to orientate everyone\, and the prompt to get you started. The workshops will be a voyage of discovery\, in which we will learn together\, the content curated around the needs and interests of the group as the ideas evolve and the projects emerge. \nAll we require of you is your curiosity and commitment to making a documentary film\, and the stories you have always wanted to tell. \nIntroductory workshops on Thursday 22 January at 7pm and repeated on Saturday January 24th At 10.30am  \nAt the Refractive Hub\, Witherspoon Building\, Storie Street\, Paisley\, PA12AR \nBooking in advanced is advised see below: \nWhat are you waiting on?! Come on\, let’s get that film made! \nKenny Glenaan\,  Refractive Artist in Residence.
URL:https://refractive.scot/event/documentary-making-workshops/
LOCATION:Refractive Hub\, 3rd Floor Witherspoon Building\, Storie St\, Paisley\, PA1 2AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Refractive":MAILTO:refractivecollective@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:North Sea\, Nature Untamed & Post Screening Talk with Alastair McIntosh (Paisley Docs: Rebels and Innovators) - Paisley
DESCRIPTION:Join Refractive for a screening of the stunning documentary North Sea\, Nature Untamed by director Mark Verkerk\, plus a post screening talk from social and environmental justice campaigner\, Alastair McIntosh hosted by Renfrewshire Climate Action Hub. The event will take place on Saturday 17th of January 2026 at The Wynd Centre Paisley\, 7pm (doors from 6.30pm). \nTickets available via Eventbrite or on the door! \nNorth Sea\, Nature Untamed | Mark Verkerk | 2025 | Dutch (With English Subtitles) | Refractive Rating: PG Equivalent  \nExperience a journey beneath the waves of the North Sea through the eyes of experienced diver and underwater camerman Peter van Rodijen. From the wild blue waters around the Scottish islands to the shallow delta of the Low Countries and up along the dramatic coastline of the Norwegian fjords. North Sea\, Nature Untamed is a cinematic adventure and a voyage of discovery that will show the North Sea in all its glory. \nWatch the trailer here! \nPlus Short Film: In the Flame We Reveal Ourselves | Virgina Heath | 2025 | English  \n \nIn The Flame We Reveal Ourselves is a short documentary essay film about climate anxiety\, rendered solely through music and image. The interplay of music (by musical collaborators\, Afterlands)\, and visual storytelling explores our desire to protect the environment while paradoxically allowing its destruction. \nPost Screening Talk with Alastair McIntosh and Renfrewshire Climate Action Network\n\nAfter the film\, there will be a talk by Alastair McIntosh\, hosted by Renfrewshire Climate Action Hub.\n\nAlastair McIntosh is a campaigner for social and environmental justice\, best known for his work on land reform and spirituality. Originally from Lewis\, his upbringing in the coastal community has deeply shaped his life and work\, he has contributed to various campaigns for coastal and maritime restoration. His books include Soil and Soul\, Poacher’s Pilgrimage and on climate change\, both Hell and High Water and Riders on the Storm. He is a former director of the Centre for Human Ecology\, a founding trustee of the GalGael Trust where he lives in Govan\, and an honorary professor in the College of Social Sciences at Glasgow University.\nVenue\nThe Wynd Centre \n6 School Wynd\, Paisley\, PA1 2DB \nhttps://www.thewynd.org.uk/ \nAccessibility: Accessible toilet and baby change available\, guide dog friendly\, Ramp access for Auditorium entrance. \nRefractive is committed to providing an accessible and enjoyable experience for all! We have partnered with a number of other local community organisations and venues to facilitate an inclusive and relaxed series of events. For more information on accessibility provisions please visit https://refractive.scot/cinema/paisley-docs-rebels-and-innovators/. \nFor any enquiries\, specific accessibility requests or questions about our films and events please contact refractivecollective@gmail.com. \nTickets\nWe have created a ticket system which allows attendees to pay according to their means and financial situation. Please buy the ticket that corresponds with your situation. \nIf you have any questions about ticket prices please email refractivecollective@gmail.com or talk to a member of our team on the door. \nSupported by Film Hub Scotland\, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network\, awarding funding on behalf of Screen Scotland and the BFI National Lottery.
URL:https://refractive.scot/event/north-sea-nature-untamed-paisley-docs-rebels-and-innovators-paisley/
LOCATION:The Wynd Centre\, The Wynd Centre\, 6 School Wynd\, Paisley\, PA1 2DB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cinema Tickets,Rebels & Innovators
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T213000
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SUMMARY:Bogancloch (Paisley Docs: Rebels and Innovators) - Paisley
DESCRIPTION:Join Refractive for a screening of the award winning 16mm documentary Bogancloch by director Ben Rivers. The screening will take place at 7pm on Saturday 31st of January at The Wynd Centre Paisley\, and will be accompanied by an exhibition of photographs by Open Aye from 6pm. \nTickets available via Eventbrite and on the door!\nBogancloch | Ben Rivers | 2024 | English | Refractive Rating: 12 Equivalent  \nTucked away in one of Scotland’s vast Highland forests\, modern-day hermit Jake Williams lives a quiet\, solitary life. Bogancloch follows his journey through the changing seasons\, capturing moments when others briefly enter his otherwise secluded world. Filmed in textured\, grainy 16mm\, this documentary is a follow-up to Ben Rivers’ film\, Two Years at Sea. The result is a captivating\, dreamlike reflection on nature\, solitude\, music\, and one man’s unique way of living. Winner of New Waves Acuitis Prize at the Festival International du Film de La Roche-sur-Yon \nWatch the trailer here! \nPlus Short Film: Missed Calls | Wilma Smith | 2023 | English  \n \nFollow Wilma as she retraces the spaces her parents habited in her family home whilst she listens to voice messages left by her Mum and Dad. \nContent Warning: Death and grief. \nThis event will be accompanied by a photography exhibition from Open Aye beginning at 6pm. Open Aye are an organisation based in Glasgow who have been providing photography\, videos\, and participatory projects for social enterprises\, charities and community groups since 2010.\nVenue\nThe Wynd Centre \n6 School Wynd\, Paisley\, PA1 2DB \nhttps://www.thewynd.org.uk/ \nAccessibility: Accessible toilet and baby change available\, guide dog friendly\, Ramp access for Auditorium entrance. \nRefractive is committed to providing an accessible and enjoyable experience for all! We have partnered with a number of other local community organisations and venues to facilitate an inclusive and relaxed series of events. For more information on accessibility provisions please visit https://refractive.scot/cinema/paisley-docs-rebels-and-innovators/. \nFor any enquiries\, specific accessibility requests or questions about our films and events please contact refractivecollective@gmail.com. \nTickets\nWe have created a ticket system which allows attendees to pay according to their means and financial situation. Please buy the ticket that corresponds with your situation. If you have any questions about ticket prices please email refractivecollective@gmail.com or talk to a member of our team on the door. \nSupported by Film Hub Scotland\, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network\, awarding funding on behalf of Screen Scotland and the BFI National Lottery.
URL:https://refractive.scot/event/bogancloch-paisley-docs-rebels-and-innovators-paisley/
LOCATION:The Wynd Centre\, The Wynd Centre\, 6 School Wynd\, Paisley\, PA1 2DB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cinema Tickets,Rebels & Innovators
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SUMMARY:Ramona (Paisley Docs: Rebels and Innovators) - Paisley
DESCRIPTION:Join Refractive for a screening of the innovative docu-drama hybrid film Ramona by director Victoria Linares Villegas. The screening will take place on Friday 6th February at The Wynd Centre Paisley\, 7pm (doors from 6.30pm).\nTickets available via Eventbrite and on the door!\nRamona | Victoria Linares Villegas | 2023 | Dominican Republic | Spanish (with English Subtitles) | Refractive Recommended Rating: 12 Equivalent  \nIn preparation for the role of pregnant teenager Ramona\, a young actress embarks on a series of candid interviews with women about their experiences of pregnancy and motherhood. \nWatch the trailer here! \nPlus short film: Ya Dancer | Bircan Birol | 2024 | UK | English (with English Subtitles) \nA young artist explores the power of dance and movement with a group of older women at the Govanhill Community Centre. \nContent Warning: Teenage pregnancy\, brief discussion of: domestic violence\, rape\, alcohol abuse\, and death.  \nThe Wynd Centre \n6 School Wynd\, Paisley\, PA1 2DB \nhttps://www.thewynd.org.uk/ \nAccessibility: Accessible toilet and baby change available\, guide dog friendly\, Ramp access for Auditorium entrance. \nRefractive is committed to providing an accessible and enjoyable experience for all! We have partnered with a number of other local community organisations and venues to facilitate an inclusive and relaxed series of events. For more information on accessibility provisions please visit https://refractive.scot/cinema/paisley-docs-rebels-and-innovators/. \nFor any enquiries\, specific accessibility requests or questions about our films and events please contact refractivecollective@gmail.com. \nTickets\nWe have created a ticket system which allows attendees to pay according to their means and financial situation. Please buy the ticket that corresponds with your situation. If you have any questions about ticket prices please email refractivecollective@gmail.com or talk to a member of our team on the door. \nSupported by Film Hub Scotland\, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network\, awarding funding on behalf of Screen Scotland and the BFI National Lottery. 
URL:https://refractive.scot/event/ramona-paisley-docs-rebels-and-innovators-paisley/
LOCATION:The Wynd Centre\, The Wynd Centre\, 6 School Wynd\, Paisley\, PA1 2DB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cinema Tickets,Rebels & Innovators
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SUMMARY:Artists Meet Up with Kirsty Mackay and Eugenia Kamozinova
DESCRIPTION:Artists Meet Ups\nThursday 19th March 2026.  7pm to 9.30pm at the Refractive Hub\, Witherspoon Building\, Storie Street\, Paisley PA12AR.\n\n\n\n\nJoin Kirsty Mackay – Social Documentary Photographer and Eugenia Kamozinova\, Documentary Film Maker as they present their work. \n\n\n\nAbout Kirsty Mackay: \nKirsty Mackay is a photographic artist\, educator\, activist and filmmaker. Her research-led documentary practice highlights social issues surrounding gender\, class and discrimination. Her latest book and exhibition project The Magic Money Tree\, is a collaborate document of the Cost-of-Living crisis. Working alongside and teaching photography to children and young people across the UK. The Magic Money Tree attaches individual’s experiences with the structural\, political\, and economic. It shows us what poverty looks like in the world’s 6th richest economy. As a working-class artist\, Kirsty’s own experiences allow her empathy\, connection and insight into the stories of the people she photographs\, whilst connecting these experiences to the political and economic power structures of the British class system. \n  \nAbout Eugenia Kamozinova: \nEugenia Kamozinova is a film-maker from Slovakia\, she has worked with ITV\, BBC\, and CBBC\, primarily in factual television and documentary filmmaking. Alongside her television work\, she also creates short fiction films\, many of which have been recognized and awarded at international film festivals.\nHer work often involves collaboration with refugees\, immigrants\, people with disabilities\, at-risk youth\, and children – an experience that continues to shape her commitment to socially engaged storytelling. \n  \nThese Meet Up events introduce you to some of the artists associated with Refractive who are producing engaging work.  Kirsty Mackay will also be presenting an Advanced Skills Workshop program on Social Documentary Photography with Refractive in May & June 2026 \n  \nThis is a free event but booking is advisable at Eventbrite here: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/artist-meet-up-tickets-1984386641864?aff=erellivmlt \n\n\nRead less
URL:https://refractive.scot/event/artists-meet-up-2/
LOCATION:Refractive Hub\, 3rd Floor Witherspoon Building\, Storie St\, Paisley\, PA1 2AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Meetups
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SUMMARY:Power Station
DESCRIPTION:Power Station \nDirected by Dan Edelstyn & Hilary Powell\, UK\,  2025\, BBFC:12A\, Duration 1hr 26min\, Language: English  \nFriday 27th March 2026 at 7pm to 9.30 pm at The Wynd Centre\, 6 School Wynd\, Paisley\, PA12DB\nInspired by lockdown mutual aid initiatives\, artist-activists Hilary Powell and Dan Edelstyn decided to turn their street into an energy-generating powerhouse – a prototype for a new way of living\, with the hope of galvanising a wider push towards sustainable alternatives. Directed by the duo\, POWER STATION charts their turbulent journey\, from pitching the idea to their neighbours and sleeping on the roof of their home to raising finance and launching a bid for a Christmas number one single. By turns funny and heartwarming\, Powell and Edelstyn’s film is a vibrant portrait of their local neighbourhood and a charming testament to the power of art in changing minds about what could be possible. \nFollowing the screening there will be a talk and discussion event with artist and activist Ellie Harrison of Glasgow Community Energy. \nTickets for this event are available from Eventbrite\, presented at a sliding scale between £0 and £8 so that you can pay what you can. \nPower Station Film Screening Tickets\, Friday\, Mar 27 from 7 pm to 10 pm | Eventbrite
URL:https://refractive.scot/event/power-station/
LOCATION:The Wynd Centre\, The Wynd Centre\, 6 School Wynd\, Paisley\, PA1 2DB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cinema Tickets
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SUMMARY:Paisley People & Places Advanced Skills Workshops in Social Documentary Photography
DESCRIPTION:Paisley People & Place Workshops in Social Documentary Photography\nDocumentary Photography with Kirsty Mackay\, a six week practical advanced skills photography course to boost your practice. Starting Wed 13th May 2026 at Refractive.\n\nIn this intensive short course you will take inspiration from documentary storytelling\, tune into your own voice and make a series of images. You will be supported through the process of photographing\, editing & presentation.\n\nWe will use Paisley town centre and surrounding area as the subject and inspiration for our images. Reflecting local culture and its history.\nYou will\nYou will need to have access to a camera\, bring this with you to the workshop  (any kind of camera that you are familiar with\, a phone camera is fine).\nThe six workshops dates are as follows:-\n\n\nSession 1 Wed 13th May 7-9pm\nSession 2 Sat 23rd May 1-3pm\nSession 3 Wed 3rd June 7-9pm\nSession 4 Sat 13th June 1-3pm\nSession 5 Wed 24th June 7-9pm\nSession 6 Wed 8th July 7-9pm\n\nThe workshops will take place at Refractive at the Liberal Club\, 32 High Street\,  Paisley\n\nAbout Kirsty Mackay:\n\nKirsty Mackay is a Scottish documentary photographer and writer. Mackay’s research-led documentary practice highlights social issues surrounding gender\, class and discrimination. She has an MA in Documentary photography from University of South Wales\, Newport. Her latest book and exhibition project The Magic Money Tree\, is a collaborate document of the Cost-of-Living crisis. Working alongside and teaching photography to children and young people across the UK. The Magic Money Tree attaches individual’s experiences with the structural\, political\, and economic. It shows us what poverty looks like in the world’s 6th richest economy. As a working-class artist\, Kirsty’s own experiences allow her empathy\, connection and insight into the stories of the people she photographs\, whilst connecting these experiences to the political and economic power structures of the British class system.\n\n\nPraise for Mackay’s latest book The Magic Money Tree.‘Not only is the photography within it a masterclass in documentary work\, but through her practice\, Mackay gives voices and a platform to those who have been affected by the realities of the consequences of 14 years of social welfare decline.‘ Peter Dench\n \n\nhttps://www.kirstymackay.com\n Instagram :  kirstygmackay\n\n\n\nBilly\, scores 8 out of 10 on the Adverse Childhood Experiences questionnaire. People with 4 or more aces are twice as likely to develop liver disease\, 3 times more likely to develop lung disease\, 4 and a half times more likely to develop depression\, 11 x greater risk of intravenous drug use\, 14 times higher risk of suicide.\nChildren wait in the queue for face painting\, at the Women Against Capitalism ‘Care and Share’ event\, Castlemilk.\nEglinton Street\, Southsidefrom the number 4\, bus.
URL:https://refractive.scot/event/paisley-people-places-advanced-skills-workshops-in-social-documentary-photography/
LOCATION:The Liberal Club\, The Liberal Club\, 32 High Street\, Paisley\, Renfrewshire\, PA1 2BZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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