Zen Mind Filmmaking: Art, Wellness, Mindfulness
- Discover how art can be a practice of Zen and a path back to your center
- Explore how minimalism and non-attachment can transform filmmaking
- Learn mindfulness techniques to prevent burnout in creative work
This workshop is for:
- Filmmakers, film enthusiasts, and creative minds
- Practitioners of art for wellness
What to expect
📅 Date: Sunday, Feb 23, 2025 | 1:00 – 3.00 PM 📍 Venue: Behind the Green Door, 97 Duxton Rd, S(089541) 🎤 Moderated by Kenneth Tan, Chairman of the Singapore Film Society
Join Tzang Merwyn Tong as he explores the connection between Zen philosophy and filmmaking in this talk and discussion. An artist, filmmaker, and educator, Tzang introduces Zen-Mind Filmmaking, an experimental movement that blends mindfulness and creativity in the art of filmmaking.
This innovative method encourages filmmakers to embrace minimalism, presence, and non-attachment, freeing them from external conditions and traditional constraints. Gaining recognition in both academic and film communities worldwide, Zen-Mind Filmmaking offers a refreshing, sustainable alternative for creators.
Good to know
Tzang Merwyn Tong is an award-winning independent filmmaker, educator, and researcher from Singapore. He is best known as the director of Faeryville (now on Netflix). His films have been showcased at international film festivals in Berlin, Montreal and Rotterdam, and his research interests include creative pedagogies and Eastern philosophy.
Kenneth Tan is the Chairman of the Singapore Film Society (SFS), dedicated to promoting film appreciation and cultural exchange. Under his leadership, SFS organizes festivals and screenings that connect audiences with diverse cinematic experiences. He will be facilitating the post-talk discussion, engaging the audience with a dynamic conversation.