The Canvas is our Senior Capstone film, written and directed by Zachary Daton. This project is the culmination of years of learning who we are as filmmakers. With this film, we aim to tell a story revolving around the question we've asked ourselves every day on the path to making this film, "what is being an artist?" We'd like to invite you to join us in bringing this film to life, and support aspiring young professionals as we begin our careers.
In The Canvas, we follow Michael, a bright and talented artist who works as an assistant for world renowned artist and collector, Ivan Uchenik. Michael's future is bright-- working for Ivan opens many doors for him to progress his career as an artist. But when Ivan humiliates Michael in the midst of the most important showcase of his career in the name of "artistic liberty," shifting focus to an extremely controversial art piece instead, the mentor and pupil feud over the relevance of the painting and ultimately what it means to be an artist.
Donor Rewards
Our way of thanking you for your contribution
Each reward includes all previous donation tiers!
$25
Let Us Say Thanks!
A shout-out on The Canvas social media pages, recognizing your part in making this film!
$60
Memorabilia
Receive an embroidered The Canvas hat
$100
How It's Made
Exclusive digital Behind-The-Scenes documentary about the making of The Canvas, a BTS photobook, and an early digital copy of the film
$200
Keep The Canvas Forever
A Blu-Ray disc featuring The Canvas film and the BTS Documentary, along with a physical version of the BTS photobook AND a Special Thanks credit in the film
$1000
Founding Partner Package
Join The Canvas as a Founding Partner and help bring this film to life. This package includes a special Founding Partner acknowledgment in the film’s credits and a signed poster from cast and crew as a thank-you for your support and dedication to our path as filmmakers!
Meet Our Team!
