In Motion: Art, Uncertainty, And The Beauty | Zoran Dragelj | TEDxCapilano U
Zoran shares his journey as an independent filmmaker, highlighting how stepping into uncertainty can ignite creativity and lead to unexpected success. Using his experience in film making, Zoran demonstrates how embracing the unknown—through creative constraints, risk-taking, and perseverance—can open doors to new opportunities, from film festival acclaim to global distribution. He invites us to see the unknown not as a barrier, but as the key to unlocking purpose, growth, and meaningful achievement. Zoran Dragelj is an independent, award-winning filmmaker from Vancouver, BC, and a graduate in Fine Arts – Film & Video from the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design. His career, focused on video production and motion pictures, grew from his extensive work with these mediums during his studies. Early on, Zoran won first prize in BC Dairyland's "It's Cool to be Yourself" contest and was mentored by cinematographer Don Hunter. He received the Joseph Golland Award in 1994 and had early works like When You Get Old (1995) and Moving Plates (1996) screened at top film festivals. Zoran also curated Aboriginal Kaleidoscope, directed UNICEF’s PSA, and co-founded Blitzcinema Entertainment. His films have been exhibited globally, including in Florence, New York, Toronto, and Berlin. His 2019 feature Friends Like These won major awards and is streaming on Amazon Prime and other platforms.Zoran will be speaking on the topic of 'In Motion: Art, Uncertainty, And The Beauty'. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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