New Short Film Posted: Lugubrious
Lugubrious is my newest short film. This one takes a somber approach, much different from everything else that I’ve done so far. It comes in at under one minute. Rationale I photographed and taped a wedding recently. While it was a joyous occasion, I couldn’t hep but think about those whose marriages are on the rocks. This video is for them. I aimed to capture the uncertainty and loneliness, but still offered a glimmer of hope at the end. I filmed this at the end of October when it was cold and rainy. A suitable atmosphere for such a short movie, I’d...
Read MorePromotional Video for eve-tees.com
Recently, I made a promotional video for the DISPARITY T-shirt from eve-tees.com . The video and review were very well received, so we decided to do another project together. This video showcases the founder, Ivelise, at a sales event in New York City. Take a look, rate, and comment. We’d love to hear your...
Read MoreShort Promotional Video for Eve-tees.com
I produced a very short promotional video for my good friend over at eve-tees.com. Ivelise Santos, the owner, makes T-shirts with original artwork silkscreened on them. Her merchandise is of high quality and the prices are great in New York City’s devastated economy. Take a look at her website and see if you find something that you like. You could even read a brief user review of the T-shirt on The Active Daddy blog. For the hobbyist filmmakers who are interested, this little video was filmed in about 15 minutes and edited quickly in about half an hour. Although I used Final Cut,...
Read MoreA Word of Caution
Last week, I met with “The Dude from Downstairs”, Gregory Vilfranc. If you remember, Gregory is doing the sound design for PARALLAX. In our session, I filmed some behind the scenes footage of him working on the score. I planned on using two 500 watt hotlights to light the scene. One to his right as the key light, and one twice as far on his left to supply the fill. I had reservations about using 1,000 watts in a residential environment, so I made sure to bring extra bulbs and to plug the lights into an empty line. If you’re like me, you’re a beginner with no real experience. If so,...
Read MoreSeize the Opportunity to Film
Last week I took a one-in-a-million chance to film in the most incredible light and color of the year. I had the camera and the willingness, but no subject matter, no script, and no props. Still, there was no way I’d let this opportunity pass me by. If there was nothing to film I’d create something to film. I spotted the glorious sun setting beyond the lake, sending a shimmering golden glaze over the water and the greenery. There was a winding road in front of it all and that made the perfect scene. There were persons meandering about, just enough to cause a distraction while...
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