The Friends Lecture Series
The Friends of the NFSA is proud to initiate a series of free lunchtime presentations. This first series will feature Archive staff and their work. Later presentations will look at popular culture and regional archival activities. We encourage everyone to come along to hear and see more about the work going on behind the scenes at the NFSA.
17 September 2009
Mick Newnham: Busting myths and truths about film preservation
The first in this series of presentations explores some of the myths and truths surrounding film decomposition. In this video you will hear Mick Newnham, from PATS Research and Conservation, answer questions like
- Can Nitrate film really self combust?
- Is Vinegar Syndrome contagious?
24 September 2009
Graham Shirley: The restoration of 'Wake in Fright'
An examination of the restoration process of the Australian feature film ‘Wake in Fright’ including before-and-after comparisons.
1 October 2009
Liz McNiven: The work of the Indigenous Collections Branch
The purpose of the Indigenous Collections Branch (ICB) is to ensure a curatorial focus on Indigenous access and outreach programs. It developS and maintains active relationships between Indigenous peoples and the national collection via collection repatriation and traditional rights liaison. In partnership with Indigenous community-based audio-visual archives the ICB supports the maintenance of Indigenous languages and cultures; ensures acknowledgement of Indigenous cultural custodians rights and interests; and facilitates Indigenous engagement with NFSA Indigenous collections material.
8 October 2009
Jane Cruickshank: National Programs.
On the road, on the screen: the background, aims and audiences for the NFSA’s National Touring Programs - Big Screen Australian Film Festival, School Screen and Black Screen. This lecture will include the Big Screen promotional trailer and explain how these programs are supported by the NFSA website and australianscreen and
future plans for National Programs in sound and online.
15 October 2009
Peter Appleton: Preservation of home collections - 'Who dies with the most toys wins.'
Some of us are collectors, some aren't. One thing is for certain - you can't take it with you! However, with some careful steps you can make sure your collection survives long enough to be an awful pain for your relatives to sort out once you're gone. This talk will look at some of the potential hazards around the house that could affect precious collections and some dos and don'ts with regards to ensuring the long term preservation of all kinds of material. Participation is welcomed and attendees are encouraged to discuss their own collections over the course of the presentation. Please email an image and description of your collection for discussion if you wish to: peter.appleton@nfsa.gov.au
22 October 2009
A talk on the development of the upcoming NFSA celebration of Queensland's 150th annivesary. Why are Queenslanders so proud of the state and why do so many people write songs about QLD?
Beautiful Beautiful Queensland
