Experimental Film and Visuals have been a deep thread in the fabric of VASTLab. With that, we are kicking off our 7th annual VASTLAB Experimental 2026 in Feb 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.

Check out prior years programs on vastlab.org

About VASTLab:

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VASTLAB FOCUSES ON EXPERIMENTATION AND COLLABORATION AT THE INTERSECTION OF EXPERIMENTAL FILM, MUSIC, VISUAL ARTS, AND TECHNOLOGY, SHINING ON THE BLEND OF THESE MEDIUMS REFLECTING THE COMPLEX TAPESTRY OF HUMAN EXPERIENCES.

Our mission is to showcase a diverse and dynamic range of experimental works that challenge the norms and expand the horizons of storytelling. VASTLAB is dedicated to exploring the synergies between Visual, Audio, Story, and Technological arts, creating a vibrant space for innovation and artistic exploration.

Building community with experimental Visual, Audio, Story & Technology Arts.
Whether on-site in our studio or at an off-site satellite program, VAST Lab is a creative incubator. A place for Lovers, Learners, and Masters to Collaborate, Create, & Connect.

VAST LAB IS AN ARTIST RUN CREATIVE COLLABORATIVE BASED IN LOS ANGELES, CA.

Awards & Prizes

everyone is a winner @ VLX

Rules & Terms

Maximum Run time for all films is 10 MINUTES or less.

Screening will be open to Super 8, 16MM, and HD Video. All screening will be via video. All submissions must be send via Vimeo, YouTube, or other online video service. We cannot accept physical screeners for submission.

If selected, we will ask you to provide film/production stills and a 60-second or less clip or trailer for publicity purposes.

By submitting, the participant filmmaker/artist acknowledges and agrees that if selected for the festival - their film will be screened in a live venue in front of live audience.

By submitting, the participant filmmaker/artist acknowledges and agrees for the VASTLab to use publicity material (film, production stills, posters, clip etc.) from selected films to promote the festival in print and online.

By submitting, the participant filmmaker/artist warrants that they are the rightful owner of the submission and do not violate or infringe on any trademark, trade name, copyright, literary, dramatic, musical, artistic or other intellectual property or personal rights.
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  • Peter Whittenberger

    It was an absolute privilege to participate in your amazing festival. Thank you!

    March 2025
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  • Wilson Stiner

    We were so impressed by the forum for new voices and live atmosphere. Looking forward to engendering more community around experimental filmmakers in cultural hubs and beyond!

    March 2025
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  • Adam E. Stone

    An amazing festival! VASTLAB provides a great venue for high-quality, thought-provoking, yet unconventional, off-the-beaten-path films. We need more festivals like this one!

    March 2025
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  • Toni Mitjanit

    Great experimental festival with amazing showcase.

    March 2025
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  • Wheeler Winston Dixon

    An excellent festival, with a wide variety of different work. The projection is superb, the work cutting edge, and the people at Vastlab are clearly in the vanguard when it comes to experimental cinema. This festival, and Vastlab itself, is a treasure.

    March 2025
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