“It is a real privilege to get the opportunity to have actual real-world experience working with an artist as established as David Chesworth and create something that I will be able to have in my portfolio going forward.” – Ned Johnstone
“It was great getting to collaborating with a real-world client and gaining the experience of sharing ideas with them to produce a work we were both proud of.” – Ben Myers
“The hands-on aspect of this collaboration with a well-established gallery along with being able to interview an artist with such a long-standing career history was an amazing opportunity. Through this experience I was able to establish a great work relationship with team members.” – Sabrina Hua
“I enjoyed the technical and creative experience the studio provided and the close collaborative relationship between us students and the artist” – Aaron Alvarez
“In this studio I have a great experience working on a media project with my classmates or colleagues. It gave me an opportunity to work as a professional media maker. I learned a lot of skills that I can use later in the media industry after graduation.”- Heling Zhang
“I have thoroughly enjoyed every moment collaborating with my groupmates and gaining experience working with an artist. My skills have grown immensely and I now know what to expect and how to prepare for future media endeavors.” – Alannah Harry
“I was incredibly grateful to have such an amazing first experience working with real-world clients and had the opportunity to grow my media production skills immensely. It was incredible to be able to film in a professional environment and such an honour to listen to the process and stories of our artist.” – Phoebe Day
“The process of interviewing an artist with rented RMIT gear was the largest learning experience that I had through this studio. This practical experience taught me a lot about how to prepare a space in order to conduct a visually appealing interview.” -Jack Filiba
“This was an amazing experience where I was able to work closely with a client as not many students are able to use their skills in a professional and safe environment!” – Chau Vu
‘Its been exciting to finally use the equipment RMIT has to offer after uni being online for so long. Learning how to use the cameras, audio and lighting equipment has been super insightful.’ – Aubree
“Having the opportunity to work with and make content for a client was an amazing experience! It’s very rewarding to know that the content we are creating will help benefit and promote an organisation. It also gave us the chance to have some industry experience and understand what it’s like to work in a professional environment.” – Bec Madin
“Having the opportunity to work so closely with such an amazing artist as Benjamin Armstrong is, was a privilege that I am very grateful for. Working with the camera and sound equipment we received from RMIT was a very nice experience as well, as I had never worked with such a big camera before. After hearing Benjamin Armstrong’s story and his journey as an artist, I felt very inspired to continue doing what I do and enjoy.” – Renasha Ong
“I’m grateful to have been given a chance to gain insight into Peter Corlett’s practice and to collaborate with a group that continuously supported each other through any pre/post production roadblocks.” – Ellis Lee
It was absolutely inspirational to interview David Chesworth and hear stories of different artists with very distinctive practices and perspectives. This studio has really helped me grow as a media practitioner.” – Le Minh Ngoc Cu
“It was a good experience and challenge for me. I am very honored to have the opportunity to work with clients, artists and classmates to complete a professional media production. In addition to the opportunity to conduct interviews and filming, it can also improve the ability to use the equipment.” -Qilin Gao
“I am so fortunate to be able to get the opportunity to interview Benjamin Armstrong himself, since I picked Ben for my A1 as well. It was so interesting to see an amazing artist’s studio and learn more about his process and background as an artist.”-Su Ping Ng
“I enjoyed conversing with Joanne Mott because hearing her views and understanding her passion and enthusiasm for art was truly inspiring.” – Sophie Theodosi
“I really enjoyed my time getting to know the artist and her artworks on a deeper level. It was so interesting to hear about her passion and drive towards her work and how willing she was to share that with her audiences”. – Olivia Plazas
“I’m so thankful for the opportunity to complete a partnered project with both McClelland and David Chesworth – I gained valuable industry experience and it gave me a taste of what is to come in life after university” – Erin Saunders