He met his co-founder Fountain who happen to be a student of Davanzo’s film making class at College of the Canyons in Valencia. “That was one of the best class,” his mind procrastinates to the past. Being a talented craftsman, Fountain has been busying himself lately with repair orders that pours in non-stop ever since the Center opened its door.

Yet he finds time to retrieve gems from local thrift store and garage sales, which eventually contributes to the collection at the Center. Cameras, projectors, viewers, splicers, found footage films, reels editing supplies, 8mm and 16mm film and much more colorfully decorates Center’s interior, and be reminded that all of them are available to your use.

One of the most unique offerings at the Center is free-of-charge Super 8 filmmaking classes for kids under 17. “Teaching is just my passion,” Davanzo excelerates his words, “and it’s amazing how kids respond to it”. By the end of 7 weeks session, kids will complete editing their DIY work that were written, acted, and shot by them with Davanzo’s humble help.

With popular demand, Center now offers weekend workshops (i.e. Final Cut Pro etc.) for adults with a nominal fee. Also the back room is being prepared for future artist live-in program to come. Echo Park Film Center is only growing, and happy surprises are yet to come.

Echo Park Film Center
Open: 12:00 − 17:00 (Closed on Saturday and Sunday)
Address: 1200 Alvarado St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Tel: +1 213 484 8846
https://www.echoparkfilmcenter.org