Everybody takes video of family and events but most is just a personal record that is probably viewed half a dozen times and forgotten. We are living in a fast moving society where are lives are changing almost daily making yesterday unrecognisable and quickly a distant memory.

I make short films of 5-15 minutes long where ordinary people talk about and show their interest Using my interview technique I have found that most will open up and talk in a conversational relaxed manner almost immediately.

My aim is to continue the work I have been doing over the last 3 years and capturing events, hobbies and lifestyle that will be otherwise lost or stored on a laptop or smartphone, never to be seen again.

Working with students, graduates, unemployed and disabled people I want to record for the future and give new skills to those anxious to join this exciting venture. Anyone can pick up a smartphone and shoot - I aim to show them how to write scripts, organise a documentary, shoot and edit and present the finished films to the local community as well as having a world-wide internet platform.

I have been fortunate to have had the free loan of professional equipment but this is now withdrawn and I need my own to continue this work.

The benefits of this project are many:

• A bank of short films showing life through the eyes of ordinary people
• Voluntary opportunities for anyone wanting to be involved
• Life skills including all aspects of film-making, working in a team, self-discipline, motivation, target setting
• A social setting where all are welcome

I have been fortunate in having equipment available on free loan but this has now been withdrawn and I need my own to continue this exciting project. All sponsors will have a credit on at least one film. Give at least £100 and you will receive a personalised DVD of a selection of films. Your support will help the community.