Idea to Frame: Mobile Filmmaking Workshop (Part 1)

Idea to Frame is the first part of a two-day mobile filmmaking workshop where children explore how stories are shaped before they are filmed.

Led by Akshita Vohra along with a team of facilitators, this session introduces participants to the fundamentals of visual storytelling — how ideas become structured narratives and how those narratives are translated into visual plans.

The workshop begins with a practical introduction to filmmaking basics, including framing, shot types, and visual composition. Participants are then guided into developing their own short film ideas based on a shared theme.

Working in small teams, children take on roles such as story lead, camera lead, and performance lead. They develop their concepts into complete narratives, thinking through character, conflict, and resolution.

The session culminates in detailed storyboarding, where participants map out each shot of their film. By the end of the workshop, every group has a clear, structured visual plan ready for production.

This workshop focuses on clarity of thought — helping children understand that strong films begin with strong ideas and planning.

What children do:

• Learn basics of framing and visual storytelling

• Develop short film concepts in teams

• Build narrative structure (beginning, middle, end)

• Create detailed storyboards

• Assign roles within a film crew

What children learn:

• Foundations of storytelling for film

• Shot planning and visual sequencing

• Collaboration and role-based working

• Translating ideas into structured visual plans

About the experts:

Akshita Vohra is an FTII Pune alumna and filmmaker, writer, and media professional with over 8 years of experience across films, web series, podcasts, and branded content. A former journalist with The Times of India, she has written over 800 articles and worked with leading platforms including TVF, Vice India, Zee5, Spotify, and UNICEF. Her short film The Unknown Number was featured at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival 2022, and her musical Love in Kalimpong for Zee Music has crossed 2 million views. She brings a strong focus on storytelling, visual language, and narrative design.

Dipesh Manral is a filmmaker and screenwriter from Uttarakhand, and the founder of Silvercord Films. His work explores memory, culture, and the Himalayan landscape through films and collaborative storytelling practices.

Ankit Thapa is a filmmaker and sound designer from Dehradun, and an FTII Pune alumnus specializing in sound recording and audio design. His work spans film, music, and sound-based storytelling.

Nidhi Marwah is a creative producer who works across storytelling and media projects, supporting ideas from concept to execution.

Pratiksha Chauhan is a designer and storyboard artist who helps translate ideas into visual narratives through composition and sequencing.