CSFilm focus of Art Ranger Podcast

May 23, 2022

The Art Ranger, aka artist Melissa Smedley, produced a podcast on the work and sounds of CSFilm.

The Department of Homeland Inspiration podcasts are about the accidental beauty and often absurdity of being alive. The Art Ranger, specializes in seeking out “found art” while cultivating this capacity in others. Melissa creates auditory pieces and experiences of her community.

This month’s podcast includes an interview with Michael Sheridan, director of CSFilm, and a sound collage using elements from the films made by CSFilm’s filmmakers and trainees.

Enjoy: Tea With Michael: Local Voices and Visions

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Michael Sheridan is one of the best teachers one could hope to have. He has a genuine commitment to facilitating students’ ability to realize their vision, which is backed by a deep understanding of technology and technique. I had the pleasure of hiring Michael to teach over twenty years, and student reviews were always excellent.