laskinsfest
@laskinsfest.bsky.social
The LA SKINS FEST is an annual film festival that celebrates Native American cinema during November throughout Los Angeles. The film festival features film screenings, panel discussions, studio tours, receptions, acting showcases, and media workshops.
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PROTECT YOUR ART & YOUR COMMUNITY
Filmmakers are sharing frustrating experiences with other festivals.While we hear you,don't just tell us tell each other.Narrative sovereignty is looking out for our collective future.Alert your fellow Indigenous creators about your experiences!
#NativeFilm
Filmmakers are sharing frustrating experiences with other festivals.While we hear you,don't just tell us tell each other.Narrative sovereignty is looking out for our collective future.Alert your fellow Indigenous creators about your experiences!
#NativeFilm
NATIVE-LED.NATIVE-FOUNDED.NATIVE-FIRST
In a world where "Indigenous sections" are popping up at major festivals, we have to ask: Who is leading the conversation?
Unlike festivals led by non-Natives, our mission isn't a "diversity initiative" or a "special program"—it is our entire heartbeat.
#native
In a world where "Indigenous sections" are popping up at major festivals, we have to ask: Who is leading the conversation?
Unlike festivals led by non-Natives, our mission isn't a "diversity initiative" or a "special program"—it is our entire heartbeat.
#native
January 26, 2026 at 5:28 PM
NATIVE-LED.NATIVE-FOUNDED.NATIVE-FIRST
In a world where "Indigenous sections" are popping up at major festivals, we have to ask: Who is leading the conversation?
Unlike festivals led by non-Natives, our mission isn't a "diversity initiative" or a "special program"—it is our entire heartbeat.
#native
In a world where "Indigenous sections" are popping up at major festivals, we have to ask: Who is leading the conversation?
Unlike festivals led by non-Natives, our mission isn't a "diversity initiative" or a "special program"—it is our entire heartbeat.
#native
5th Annual Native American Writers Seminar at the 19th Annual LA SKINS FEST! Watching these talented writers be a part of the community was a powerful reminder of why we do this.
This cohort-Chase Hall,Desireé Leialoha,Marleah Makpiaq LaBelle & Sonny Brava-represents the NEXT GENERATION
#Writers
This cohort-Chase Hall,Desireé Leialoha,Marleah Makpiaq LaBelle & Sonny Brava-represents the NEXT GENERATION
#Writers
January 25, 2026 at 9:03 PM
5th Annual Native American Writers Seminar at the 19th Annual LA SKINS FEST! Watching these talented writers be a part of the community was a powerful reminder of why we do this.
This cohort-Chase Hall,Desireé Leialoha,Marleah Makpiaq LaBelle & Sonny Brava-represents the NEXT GENERATION
#Writers
This cohort-Chase Hall,Desireé Leialoha,Marleah Makpiaq LaBelle & Sonny Brava-represents the NEXT GENERATION
#Writers
PROTECT YOUR ART & YOUR COMMUNITY
Filmmakers are sharing frustrating experiences with other festivals.While we hear you,don't just tell us tell each other.Narrative sovereignty is looking out for our collective future.Alert your fellow Indigenous creators about your experiences!
#NativeFilm
Filmmakers are sharing frustrating experiences with other festivals.While we hear you,don't just tell us tell each other.Narrative sovereignty is looking out for our collective future.Alert your fellow Indigenous creators about your experiences!
#NativeFilm
January 23, 2026 at 4:51 PM
PROTECT YOUR ART & YOUR COMMUNITY
Filmmakers are sharing frustrating experiences with other festivals.While we hear you,don't just tell us tell each other.Narrative sovereignty is looking out for our collective future.Alert your fellow Indigenous creators about your experiences!
#NativeFilm
Filmmakers are sharing frustrating experiences with other festivals.While we hear you,don't just tell us tell each other.Narrative sovereignty is looking out for our collective future.Alert your fellow Indigenous creators about your experiences!
#NativeFilm
FILM, COMMUNITY & FOOD!
"This festival has food! Festivals never give filmmakers food at their parties." Elias Gold, 2025 LASF Filmmaker
We take care of our filmmakers and provide lots of food!
20th Annual LA SKINS FEST call for film submissions COMING SOON!
staytuned! laskinsfest.com
#filmfestival
"This festival has food! Festivals never give filmmakers food at their parties." Elias Gold, 2025 LASF Filmmaker
We take care of our filmmakers and provide lots of food!
20th Annual LA SKINS FEST call for film submissions COMING SOON!
staytuned! laskinsfest.com
#filmfestival
January 22, 2026 at 5:28 PM
FILM, COMMUNITY & FOOD!
"This festival has food! Festivals never give filmmakers food at their parties." Elias Gold, 2025 LASF Filmmaker
We take care of our filmmakers and provide lots of food!
20th Annual LA SKINS FEST call for film submissions COMING SOON!
staytuned! laskinsfest.com
#filmfestival
"This festival has food! Festivals never give filmmakers food at their parties." Elias Gold, 2025 LASF Filmmaker
We take care of our filmmakers and provide lots of food!
20th Annual LA SKINS FEST call for film submissions COMING SOON!
staytuned! laskinsfest.com
#filmfestival
BIG NEWS! The 20th Annual LA SKINS FEST Call for Film Submissions is COMING SOON!
Get your films ready! Features, shorts, docs, animation – your story could be part of our historic 20th anniversary this November.
Stay tuned for the official launch!
#nativeamerican #indigenous #filmfestival
Get your films ready! Features, shorts, docs, animation – your story could be part of our historic 20th anniversary this November.
Stay tuned for the official launch!
#nativeamerican #indigenous #filmfestival
January 20, 2026 at 4:24 PM
BIG NEWS! The 20th Annual LA SKINS FEST Call for Film Submissions is COMING SOON!
Get your films ready! Features, shorts, docs, animation – your story could be part of our historic 20th anniversary this November.
Stay tuned for the official launch!
#nativeamerican #indigenous #filmfestival
Get your films ready! Features, shorts, docs, animation – your story could be part of our historic 20th anniversary this November.
Stay tuned for the official launch!
#nativeamerican #indigenous #filmfestival
Dozens of Native youth invade Hollywood this November!
#universalstudios #sonystudios #disneystudios @warnerbrospictures.bsky.social
#universalstudios #sonystudios #disneystudios @warnerbrospictures.bsky.social
January 13, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Dozens of Native youth invade Hollywood this November!
#universalstudios #sonystudios #disneystudios @warnerbrospictures.bsky.social
#universalstudios #sonystudios #disneystudios @warnerbrospictures.bsky.social
Save the Date November 2026
Hollywood, CA
Hollywood, CA
January 12, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Save the Date November 2026
Hollywood, CA
Hollywood, CA
Excited for our next Native Youth film workshop this summer!
Stay Tuned!
Stay Tuned!
January 11, 2026 at 8:29 PM
Excited for our next Native Youth film workshop this summer!
Stay Tuned!
Stay Tuned!
The final day of the Native Youth Film Workshop was legendary!
We spent the day at @sonypicturestv.bsky.social exploring: ✅ Foley Sound Studios,Live Film Sets and Cinema History
From the classroom to the studio lot—these youth are ready for their close-up!
#NativeFilm #SonyPictures #FutureFilmmakers
We spent the day at @sonypicturestv.bsky.social exploring: ✅ Foley Sound Studios,Live Film Sets and Cinema History
From the classroom to the studio lot—these youth are ready for their close-up!
#NativeFilm #SonyPictures #FutureFilmmakers
January 10, 2026 at 12:15 AM
The final day of the Native Youth Film Workshop was legendary!
We spent the day at @sonypicturestv.bsky.social exploring: ✅ Foley Sound Studios,Live Film Sets and Cinema History
From the classroom to the studio lot—these youth are ready for their close-up!
#NativeFilm #SonyPictures #FutureFilmmakers
We spent the day at @sonypicturestv.bsky.social exploring: ✅ Foley Sound Studios,Live Film Sets and Cinema History
From the classroom to the studio lot—these youth are ready for their close-up!
#NativeFilm #SonyPictures #FutureFilmmakers
This November. 20 years. Call For Submissions opens soon...
January 9, 2026 at 5:17 PM
This November. 20 years. Call For Submissions opens soon...
THAT'S A WRAP!
Day 4 of the Native Youth Film Workshop was all about bringing the vision to life. Our talented storytellers spent the day in the editing suite, cutting scenes and adding those final special effects to make their stories pop!
Youth are creative and inspired!
#nativeyouthfilm
Day 4 of the Native Youth Film Workshop was all about bringing the vision to life. Our talented storytellers spent the day in the editing suite, cutting scenes and adding those final special effects to make their stories pop!
Youth are creative and inspired!
#nativeyouthfilm
January 9, 2026 at 12:37 AM
THAT'S A WRAP!
Day 4 of the Native Youth Film Workshop was all about bringing the vision to life. Our talented storytellers spent the day in the editing suite, cutting scenes and adding those final special effects to make their stories pop!
Youth are creative and inspired!
#nativeyouthfilm
Day 4 of the Native Youth Film Workshop was all about bringing the vision to life. Our talented storytellers spent the day in the editing suite, cutting scenes and adding those final special effects to make their stories pop!
Youth are creative and inspired!
#nativeyouthfilm
DAY 3: Native Youth Media Workshop Deepening the VFX Dive!
Halfway through the week in Los Angeles, and the creativity is reaching new heights! Our 2026 cohort is spending another intensive day mastering the art of visual effects and post-production storytelling.
#nativeyouthmedia #youthfilmmakers
Halfway through the week in Los Angeles, and the creativity is reaching new heights! Our 2026 cohort is spending another intensive day mastering the art of visual effects and post-production storytelling.
#nativeyouthmedia #youthfilmmakers
January 8, 2026 at 4:28 PM
DAY 3: Native Youth Media Workshop Deepening the VFX Dive!
Halfway through the week in Los Angeles, and the creativity is reaching new heights! Our 2026 cohort is spending another intensive day mastering the art of visual effects and post-production storytelling.
#nativeyouthmedia #youthfilmmakers
Halfway through the week in Los Angeles, and the creativity is reaching new heights! Our 2026 cohort is spending another intensive day mastering the art of visual effects and post-production storytelling.
#nativeyouthmedia #youthfilmmakers
DAY 2 Native Youth Media Workshop
2026 cohort is moving beyond fundamentals & diving into the magic of visual effects.
Native youth participants utilized green screen to film scenes Learned keying techniques and the basics of creating dynamic visual effects for their projects
#nativeyouthmedia
2026 cohort is moving beyond fundamentals & diving into the magic of visual effects.
Native youth participants utilized green screen to film scenes Learned keying techniques and the basics of creating dynamic visual effects for their projects
#nativeyouthmedia
January 7, 2026 at 5:46 PM
DAY 2 Native Youth Media Workshop
2026 cohort is moving beyond fundamentals & diving into the magic of visual effects.
Native youth participants utilized green screen to film scenes Learned keying techniques and the basics of creating dynamic visual effects for their projects
#nativeyouthmedia
2026 cohort is moving beyond fundamentals & diving into the magic of visual effects.
Native youth participants utilized green screen to film scenes Learned keying techniques and the basics of creating dynamic visual effects for their projects
#nativeyouthmedia
THERE'S STILL TIME TO APPLY
11th Annual Native TV Writers Lab Early Deadline to Apply is TONIGHT Mon January 5th 11:59 PM PST
Apply: www.nama.media
Be a part of a life changing program that pushes you to write a new script & places you in a group of Native Creatives
#nativeamerican #tv #writers
11th Annual Native TV Writers Lab Early Deadline to Apply is TONIGHT Mon January 5th 11:59 PM PST
Apply: www.nama.media
Be a part of a life changing program that pushes you to write a new script & places you in a group of Native Creatives
#nativeamerican #tv #writers
January 6, 2026 at 4:56 AM
THERE'S STILL TIME TO APPLY
11th Annual Native TV Writers Lab Early Deadline to Apply is TONIGHT Mon January 5th 11:59 PM PST
Apply: www.nama.media
Be a part of a life changing program that pushes you to write a new script & places you in a group of Native Creatives
#nativeamerican #tv #writers
11th Annual Native TV Writers Lab Early Deadline to Apply is TONIGHT Mon January 5th 11:59 PM PST
Apply: www.nama.media
Be a part of a life changing program that pushes you to write a new script & places you in a group of Native Creatives
#nativeamerican #tv #writers
DAY 1: Native Youth Media Workshop is IN MOTION!
We are thrilled to announce that the Native Youth Media Workshop kicked off TODAY in Los Angeles! Our 2026 cohort dove headfirst into the world of film.
Our Native youth participants spent Day 1 mastering doc filmmaking!
#indigenous #youth #film
We are thrilled to announce that the Native Youth Media Workshop kicked off TODAY in Los Angeles! Our 2026 cohort dove headfirst into the world of film.
Our Native youth participants spent Day 1 mastering doc filmmaking!
#indigenous #youth #film
January 6, 2026 at 1:46 AM
DAY 1: Native Youth Media Workshop is IN MOTION!
We are thrilled to announce that the Native Youth Media Workshop kicked off TODAY in Los Angeles! Our 2026 cohort dove headfirst into the world of film.
Our Native youth participants spent Day 1 mastering doc filmmaking!
#indigenous #youth #film
We are thrilled to announce that the Native Youth Media Workshop kicked off TODAY in Los Angeles! Our 2026 cohort dove headfirst into the world of film.
Our Native youth participants spent Day 1 mastering doc filmmaking!
#indigenous #youth #film
🎬 IT’S HERE! Native Youth Media Workshop Kicks Off TODAY in LA! 🚀
The future of Native media is taking center stage! We are ecstatic to launch the Native Youth Media Workshop TODAY in Los Angeles!
#NativeYouthMedia #YouthFilmmakers #LosAngeles #IndigenousStorytellers
The future of Native media is taking center stage! We are ecstatic to launch the Native Youth Media Workshop TODAY in Los Angeles!
#NativeYouthMedia #YouthFilmmakers #LosAngeles #IndigenousStorytellers
January 5, 2026 at 4:44 PM
🎬 IT’S HERE! Native Youth Media Workshop Kicks Off TODAY in LA! 🚀
The future of Native media is taking center stage! We are ecstatic to launch the Native Youth Media Workshop TODAY in Los Angeles!
#NativeYouthMedia #YouthFilmmakers #LosAngeles #IndigenousStorytellers
The future of Native media is taking center stage! We are ecstatic to launch the Native Youth Media Workshop TODAY in Los Angeles!
#NativeYouthMedia #YouthFilmmakers #LosAngeles #IndigenousStorytellers
LET'S MAKE SOME FILMS!
Tomorrow launches the first Native Youth Film Workshop of the year!
#nativeyouthmedia #nativeyouthfilm #nativeyouth #filmmaker
Tomorrow launches the first Native Youth Film Workshop of the year!
#nativeyouthmedia #nativeyouthfilm #nativeyouth #filmmaker
January 4, 2026 at 4:53 PM
LET'S MAKE SOME FILMS!
Tomorrow launches the first Native Youth Film Workshop of the year!
#nativeyouthmedia #nativeyouthfilm #nativeyouth #filmmaker
Tomorrow launches the first Native Youth Film Workshop of the year!
#nativeyouthmedia #nativeyouthfilm #nativeyouth #filmmaker
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! Native Youth Film Workshop Kicks Off MONDAY 1/5/26!
We are thrilled to announce that the Native Youth Film Workshop goes into production!
Next generation of Native storytellers will get hands-on experience in every aspect of filmmaking
#nativeyouthmedia #youthfilmmakers
We are thrilled to announce that the Native Youth Film Workshop goes into production!
Next generation of Native storytellers will get hands-on experience in every aspect of filmmaking
#nativeyouthmedia #youthfilmmakers
January 3, 2026 at 3:08 PM
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! Native Youth Film Workshop Kicks Off MONDAY 1/5/26!
We are thrilled to announce that the Native Youth Film Workshop goes into production!
Next generation of Native storytellers will get hands-on experience in every aspect of filmmaking
#nativeyouthmedia #youthfilmmakers
We are thrilled to announce that the Native Youth Film Workshop goes into production!
Next generation of Native storytellers will get hands-on experience in every aspect of filmmaking
#nativeyouthmedia #youthfilmmakers
Excited about 2026! We launch the year with our Native Youth Media Workshop this January in Los Angeles!
Next generation of Indigenous storytellers begin their journey! Get a bts look at a movie studio, real-world skills in digital filmmaking and work with fellow Native creators
#indigenous #youth
Next generation of Indigenous storytellers begin their journey! Get a bts look at a movie studio, real-world skills in digital filmmaking and work with fellow Native creators
#indigenous #youth
December 19, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Excited about 2026! We launch the year with our Native Youth Media Workshop this January in Los Angeles!
Next generation of Indigenous storytellers begin their journey! Get a bts look at a movie studio, real-world skills in digital filmmaking and work with fellow Native creators
#indigenous #youth
Next generation of Indigenous storytellers begin their journey! Get a bts look at a movie studio, real-world skills in digital filmmaking and work with fellow Native creators
#indigenous #youth
Native Youth Media Workshop is Back!
Native Youth Media Workshop is coming up in January 2026 in Los Angeles!
Jump behind (and in front of!) the camera for an intensive, hands-on experience!
Develop confidence and technical skills!
Stay Tuned for Details!
#nativeyouthmedia #YouthWorkshop
Native Youth Media Workshop is coming up in January 2026 in Los Angeles!
Jump behind (and in front of!) the camera for an intensive, hands-on experience!
Develop confidence and technical skills!
Stay Tuned for Details!
#nativeyouthmedia #YouthWorkshop
December 7, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Native Youth Media Workshop is Back!
Native Youth Media Workshop is coming up in January 2026 in Los Angeles!
Jump behind (and in front of!) the camera for an intensive, hands-on experience!
Develop confidence and technical skills!
Stay Tuned for Details!
#nativeyouthmedia #YouthWorkshop
Native Youth Media Workshop is coming up in January 2026 in Los Angeles!
Jump behind (and in front of!) the camera for an intensive, hands-on experience!
Develop confidence and technical skills!
Stay Tuned for Details!
#nativeyouthmedia #YouthWorkshop
FINAL FLOURISH: Media Awards Photos
Final collection of photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock in Hollywood from AGMedia Enterprises!
Relive the energy and excitement as we celebrated the year's best in Native film, TV, and writing.
#hardrockhollywood #filmfestival
Final collection of photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock in Hollywood from AGMedia Enterprises!
Relive the energy and excitement as we celebrated the year's best in Native film, TV, and writing.
#hardrockhollywood #filmfestival
December 7, 2025 at 12:59 AM
FINAL FLOURISH: Media Awards Photos
Final collection of photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock in Hollywood from AGMedia Enterprises!
Relive the energy and excitement as we celebrated the year's best in Native film, TV, and writing.
#hardrockhollywood #filmfestival
Final collection of photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock in Hollywood from AGMedia Enterprises!
Relive the energy and excitement as we celebrated the year's best in Native film, TV, and writing.
#hardrockhollywood #filmfestival
🌟 GLAMOUR & GRIT: 14th Annual Native American Media Awards! 🌟
Red carpet rolled out & stars came out to shine!
Sharing another collection of photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock Hollywood captured by AGMedia Enterprises!
#nativeamerican #mediaawards
Red carpet rolled out & stars came out to shine!
Sharing another collection of photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock Hollywood captured by AGMedia Enterprises!
#nativeamerican #mediaawards
December 6, 2025 at 4:15 PM
🌟 GLAMOUR & GRIT: 14th Annual Native American Media Awards! 🌟
Red carpet rolled out & stars came out to shine!
Sharing another collection of photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock Hollywood captured by AGMedia Enterprises!
#nativeamerican #mediaawards
Red carpet rolled out & stars came out to shine!
Sharing another collection of photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock Hollywood captured by AGMedia Enterprises!
#nativeamerican #mediaawards
Native American Media Awards Photos Part2
Thrilled to share the 2nd collection of stunning photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock Hollywood
Photographer Sammy Sarzoza captured the glitz, the pride, and the emotional moments of celebration
#NativeTalent #AwardWinner
Thrilled to share the 2nd collection of stunning photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock Hollywood
Photographer Sammy Sarzoza captured the glitz, the pride, and the emotional moments of celebration
#NativeTalent #AwardWinner
December 5, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Native American Media Awards Photos Part2
Thrilled to share the 2nd collection of stunning photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock Hollywood
Photographer Sammy Sarzoza captured the glitz, the pride, and the emotional moments of celebration
#NativeTalent #AwardWinner
Thrilled to share the 2nd collection of stunning photos from the 14th Annual Native American Media Awards at the Hard Rock Hollywood
Photographer Sammy Sarzoza captured the glitz, the pride, and the emotional moments of celebration
#NativeTalent #AwardWinner
Celebrating Excellence!The 14th Annual Native American Media Awards Winners
What a night! The Hard Rock Hollywood was filled with celebration and pride as we honored the incredible achievements of our community, the grand finale of the 19th Annual LA SKINS FEST
Photos:Sammy Sarzoza
#IndigenousCinema
What a night! The Hard Rock Hollywood was filled with celebration and pride as we honored the incredible achievements of our community, the grand finale of the 19th Annual LA SKINS FEST
Photos:Sammy Sarzoza
#IndigenousCinema
December 4, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Celebrating Excellence!The 14th Annual Native American Media Awards Winners
What a night! The Hard Rock Hollywood was filled with celebration and pride as we honored the incredible achievements of our community, the grand finale of the 19th Annual LA SKINS FEST
Photos:Sammy Sarzoza
#IndigenousCinema
What a night! The Hard Rock Hollywood was filled with celebration and pride as we honored the incredible achievements of our community, the grand finale of the 19th Annual LA SKINS FEST
Photos:Sammy Sarzoza
#IndigenousCinema