Written with a Finger on a Steamed-Up Window

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A group of accomplished artists with disability illustrate the need for the art world to provide wider access for practitioners and audiences.
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Written with a Finger on a Steamed-Up Window | Trailer

Produced as part of ArtScreen 2023, Written with a Finger on a Steamed-Up Window is an experimental documentary made in collaboration with renowned artist Guy Morgan that explores the frustrations & challenges of disabled and neurodiverse artists when working in the art world.

The film is currently on the festival circuit. More information about screenings available at guymorgan.com/category/news/

Colorful abstract background with shades of pink, red, and orange.

This production was created inclusively with people with disability

Close-up of a hand in soft lighting
Hand writing on a dusty surface, 'Those with disabilities turn to the art.'
Older man with hat and glasses holding a smoking pipe
Misty windshield with streak marks
Close-up of water droplets on a surface, reflecting light and creating a bokeh effect.
Group of people using cameras and lighting equipment in a dark room.
Close-up of a finger writing on a misted glass surface
A man holding a tool and a seated woman in a studio setting, surrounded by equipment and recording devices.
Close-up of shiny, handwritten words "and optimistic" on a textured surface.
Text written on a foggy surface saying, 'Focus on my artistic skills.'
Woman reaching towards a glass surface with text written on it, illuminated by a light, in a dark room.
Close-up of textured black text with water droplets on a grayish surface.
A hand pointing to a dusty surface.
Close-up of a textured surface with water droplets and reflections.
Handwritten message "To embrace my work" on a dusty surface, with moody lighting.
Close-up of embossed text on a surface
Message "Remove All Barriers" written on foggy glass.
Three people examining a large transparent surface, showing interest. One person points to the surface, another holds a document, and the third wears glasses and a hat. A microphone and camera equipment are partially visible.
Two people in a dimly lit room, with one operating a camera.
Finger drawing on dusty surface
Foggy glass surface with line and floral shapes drawn on it.
Three people in a dark room working with camera equipment and paperwork, with a spotlight illuminating the scene.
A finger touching a dark reflective surface.
Woman interacting with touchscreen display in dimly lit room.
Close-up of printed black text on a greenish surface with water droplets.
Person wearing glasses using a spray hose over a flat surface with lighting and a microphone setup, in a dimly lit room.
Abstract dark background with glowing specks resembling stars
Three people working in a dimly lit room, one writing on a glass surface illuminated by light strips.
Close-up of wet road surface with water droplets
Two men in a studio with cameras and equipment.
Woman in patterned dress sitting in a wheelchair, smiling at the camera, with a microphone overhead and a man adjusting lighting equipment in the background.
Close-up of water droplets on a dark surface
Close-up of a camera monitor displaying a recording with a dimly lit screen showing partial text and video settings.
Two people working with camera equipment in a dark studio setting.
Person using a vaping device near a smoke-filled area with lighting equipment.
Macro shot of finger touching water droplets on a surface
Close-up of words "No Discrimination and Inclusion" drawn on foggy glass.
A person's finger gently touching a smooth, reflective surface.

Awards

Gold Laurel wreath with text indicating semi-finalist status at an Australian independent film festival.
A black silhouette of a cat standing on a white background with a long tail and pointed ears.
Black silhouette of a cat with a bow tie standing on a small cube, with the words 'Meow' and 'Purr' in speech bubbles.
Black background with white text reading 'WINNER BEST SHORT DOCUMENTARY YETI FILMFEST'.
Laurel wreath surrounding the text 'WINNER Alpine International Film Festival 2025' in black and white.
Black and white graphics with text stating 'Semi-Finalist NOCTERNA, Omission Brooklyn Film Festival, Best Short Documentary' with laurel branches on each side.
Laurel wreath surrounding text that reads 'Semi Finalist Film Revolution Fest Montreal 2025'.
Black and white drawing of a child's face with curly hair, smiling and wearing a hat.
Logo with the word 'WAFF' in large white letters and 'New York City' underneath in smaller white letters on a red background.
Lonely Wolf International Film Festival Laurel - Finalist: Best Cinematography
Neon sign celebrating the Iceberg documentary winning the Best Short Documentary at the Film Awards, with laurel branches on the sides.
Red Movie Awards 2025 official selection logo with laurel wreath and statue silhouette.
Empty black background with laurel wreaths on either side.
Heart of Gold Official Selection floral laurel with leaves and berries on branches.
Lonely Wolf international Film Festival Laurel: Best Film Essay
A black and white illustration of a character with glasses and a top hat, holding a cane, standing on a stage with a spotlight shining on them.

Heart of Gold Film Festival 2024 - Official Selection
Lonely Wolf International Film Festival 2024 - Best Video Essay - 1st Place, Best Cinematography - Nominated
Red Movie Awards 2025 - Official Selection
Filmhaus 2025 - Semi Finalist
Iceberg Film Awards 2025 - Winner: Best Short Documentary
Film Revolution Fest Montreal 2025 - Semi Finalist
Australia Independent Film Festival 2025 - Semi Finalist
Best Shorts Competition 2025 - Winner: Award of Merit, Special Mention
Nocturna 2025 - Semi Finalist: Best Short Documentary
Alpine International Film Festival - Winner
Video Art and Experimental Film Festival 2024 - Honourable Mention
Yeti Filmfest Reykjavík 2025 - Winner - Best Short Documentary
Planet Cinema 2025 - Honourable Mention - Semi-Finalist
Indiemania 2025 - Winner - Best Short Documentary

Credits

Writer, Director & Concept - Guy Morgan
Featured Artists - Amy Mills, Angie Goto, Bridie McKim, Christine Johnson, Duncan Meerding, Emily Dash, Matthew Clarke, Natalia Stawyskyj, Sandra Minchin, Sri Thulin.
Cinematographer & Editor - Julian Neuhaus
Mentor - Dr. Zanny Begg
‘B’ Camera Operator - Daniel Coleman
Director’s Assistant - Fiona Morgan
Production Assistants - Michael Harris, Rawley Reynolds
On-set Support Workers - Fiona Gosling, Seema Dudley
Thanks to - Willoughby Glass

Filmed & recorded at City of Sydney Creative Studios (CoSCS by BrandX)

Produced through Accessible Arts’ ArtScreen initiative with the support of Create NSW, Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA), ACE, and Bus Stop Films

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