Jim Garry is a pigeon breeder, pigeon racer, father, husband, and physically disabled. This heartwarming short documentary explores Jim's love for birds and how they help him.Jim lives in Concord, California - I met him through his brother Tom. Intrigued by pigeon racing, I took the opportunity to interview Jim about his experience breeding and racing pigeons. After chatting with Jim, I realized that pigeons and racing meant a lot more to him.This documentary captures Jim's unwavering spirit and love… View the Video
“ High there, fellow documentary & cannabis enthusiasts!From our friends at www.Nectarball.com we're excited to share some important news about our documentary, "NECTARBALL: The Story of Cannabis." It's been a seven-year journey around the world, captured in stunning 4K quality and interviewing over 165 luminaries along the way.Featuring a diverse cast, including Tommy Chong, cannabis nurses, and scientists, farmers and other cannabis luminaries, "NECTARBALL: The Story of Cannabis" documentary offers a unique perspective on the cannabis plant's history, culture, and its various applications, medicinally and industrially.You can whet your appetite… View the Video
The California State Guard, Joint Training Command, held their annual Basic Training Course in Camp San Luis Obispo, CA on February 3rd, 2023. This training event introduced new non-prior CSG service members to military culture, ceremonies, and procedures. Those interviewed are SFC (CA) Harman, SPC (CA) Sundar, and PFC (CA) Tu. We would like to thank MAJ (TX) Przybyla from the Texas State Guard who attended the training to observe and discuss best practices for new service-members.California State Guard video… View the Video
Shot in combination with small crew, in one 6-hour session, using Sony cinema cameras (combo of FX6, FX3 and FS7) in S-Log3 profile. Sequences together A-roll, B-roll, and aerial footage provided by client. B-Roll filmed with Fx3 on DJI-Ronin RSC-2. Edited by Ethos Media and further refined into shorter video sequences by client.
Shot, fast-paced mini-doc style video showcasing the vibe of Rome, Italy. This was shot while on vacation abroad in a day. No feelings were hurt after the accordion player showcased his emotions! Trastevere. Rome. Italy. Amalfi Coast. Travel film. Short film. Mini-doc.
OFFICIAL TRAILER of NECTARBALL: The Story of Cannabis documentary condenses a seven-year journey across continents - seeking the wisdom of cannabis luminaries from Hollywood to Humboldt, from Amsterdam to Cape Town, from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Uruguay - into 82 minutes. Wishing to shed light on the transformative potential of cannabis and extinguish stigma, a veteran filmmaking couple conducted over 170 interviews with renowned cannabis luminaries. Tommy Chong, John Salley, Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, Nurse Heather Sobel, RN and dozens of… View the Video
This was a sport documentary with a former Golden State Warrior player (Juan Toscano Anderson) about his childhool living in Oakland, and how his 3rd grade teacher helped him pursue his dream of becoming a professional basketball player in the NBA. My role was the B-Cam Operator for the interview with Juan's mother, and I helped pull focus for the Gimbal Operator during the exterior BROLL shots in and around Oakland, CA.
This is a documentary about wakeboarding\'s greatest ever athlete: Raph Derome. I have a huge passion and love for the wakeboarding industry. I grew up wakeboarding at a young age and idolized all the major athletes growing up. This is a project that I am proud and humbled to be a part of as Raph is an amazing human and the best in the industry. I helped film two locations for his \'final\' wakeboarding movie that plays towards the end… View the Video
I was hired as the second unit Cinematographer for this project with The BBC Storyworks and a company called Itron that's based out of San Jose, CA. I filmed the interviews and BROLL with the gentleman from Itron at his home in the Bay Area. We filmed with the BMPCC 6K for the interview, and the BMPCC 4K on my MoVI Pro for the BROLL exterior shots.Client: The BBCProduction: Momentum Production2nd Unit DP: Corey Nuss2nd Unit AC: Alex Guibert
Wellington seeks to challenge and engage students in all settings, including athletics. Since arriving at Wellington in 5th grade, AJ Taylor has blossomed as a student and athlete. And now, with his sights set on the future, he’s leaning in to his purpose and realizing his potential on and off the court.Telly Award-winning project.More information at www.kinopicz.com
The Documentary I was a Producer on, THE BORDER CROSSED US Premiered at IDFA on Nov 12 at the Eye Film Museum in Amsterdam. Nominated for best dutch documentary.Thank you to Nienke, Loretta, Jeroen, Matthijs, Charlie and Leal Media.Director: Loretta Van Der HorstDOP: Jeroen KiersSound: Matthijs Klijn, Charlie VelaEditor: Lot RossmarkProducers USA: Manny Rodriguez (Fiction), Enrique Leal (Leal Media)Production Assistant USA: Emily ZuritaProducers NL: Nienke Korthof, Willem BaptistGrading: Remi LindenhoviusMusic: Minco Eggersman, Mariana CortesãoSound design: Kamila WójcikMix: Tijn HazenPoster: Ingrid… View the Video
This was for the Refinery 29 web series, Macro Beauty. It was a docu-style series focused on beauty, health, and wellness regimens. We were telling stories of the people who partake in these particular services, the people who practice them, and the reasons behind them. The series was named Macro Beauty because of the use of macro, slo-mo shots that brought the processes under extreme focus.
DP and editing work for Poverello House. Directed by Joel Janecek and Edited by Justin McAleece.The Pov’s story is foundational to who they are and what they do. Born in Franciscan tradition that moved its founder, “Papa” Mike McGarvin, to start giving away PB&J sandwiches on the streets of downtown Fresno, the organization he started has grown to provide millions of free meals and become an innovative service provider. The modern Poverello House employs over a hundred people, performs outreach… View the Video
Director Joel Janecek and DP’s Mauricio Tapia and Justin McAleece, decided to attempt a variety of setups to tell this story. We filmed a large roundtable of board members, many of whom worked with Papa Mike to build the modern organization seen today. We filmed traditional sit-down interviews, and captured Papa Mike’s widow and “First Volunteer” Mary McGarvin, and their daughter Clare McGarvin, taking us inside the family home for an intimate portrait of a modern organization that stays true… View the Video
When filming an interview for a documentary, several key factors come into play to ensure that the end product is both compelling and credible. Start by conducting thorough pre-interview research so you can ask informed questions that elicit meaningful responses. Choose a location that is both visually engaging and relevant to the subject matter, while also ensuring it's quiet enough for clean audio capture. Utilize high-quality video and audio equipment to achieve a professional look and sound; multiple camera angles… View the Video
My personal documentary, which I recently completed for Amazon Prime, is set to premiere in May 2024. It promises to provide an intimate and revealing look into my life story. Moreover, it will reach an extensive audience as it is scheduled to air on various local TV networks across the United States, making my journey accessible to a wide and diverse viewership.
This short-form documentary film was produced for three triathletes who competed in a national triathlon competition in Dallas, TX. We followed the three triathletes for three days as they competed in several different types of events, trained for these events, and captured some footage of them hanging out around the house they rented for the events. One of the triathletes is Michellie Jones, who won an Olympic silver medal in the 2000 Summer Olympics, two ITU Triathlon World Championships, and… View the Video
The great Tommy Chong invited us into his beautiful home to videotape his Cannabis story. In this minute, he speaks about how the racism he suffered in his childhood affected his attitude about Cannabis. Learn more about the documentary at https://nectarball.com.
In this brief interview clip, Kevin McKernan of CannMed passionately unveils cannabis as medicine's long-lost Rosetta Stone. In under a minute, he explains how cannabis's intricate chemistry could unlock solutions for conditions like autism and fibromyalgia. McKernan's conviction and scientific insights leave a lasting impact, urging viewers to reconsider the untapped potential of cannabis in modern medicine.
Step into a world where everyday elegance comes alive. Mario Capasa, the name synonymous with the finest in home living, is now center stage in elevated online shopping. This beloved Italian brand has a rich history that spans many decades, enchanting homes and hearts alike. Renowned for its exceptional design and craftsmanship, Mario Capasa charts a fresh course in the dynamic world of e-commerce. Seamlessly melding the timeless allure of classic luxury with the spark of modern digital innovation, this… View the Video
A networking destination creates an ambiance, allowing you the opportunity to socialize and inspire. The Jazz Ambiance presents new opportunities for artistic expression through songs, poetry, music, and interactive performances by featured artists. Their featured artists will captivate you with their musical talent, combining songs, poetry, and interactive performances to create a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
This cinematography reel includes footage from my most recent documentary work and a few other creative projects. I have been filming and editing professional video for more than 9 years. Before relocating to Los Angeles, I worked a staff videographer for the main newspaper in Philadelphia, where I was awarded six (6) regional Emmys for my video storytelling. Now in Los Angeles, I work as both a documentary cinematographer/editor and a set PA for narrative film/tv and commercials. For full… View the Video
This is a story about a Christian family oriented farm based in the Jamul community in San Diego. This story shares more emphasis on their journey, community connections through their farm, teaching locals on how to farm through social media and feeding the local community with a sustainable seasonal farming method that focuses on vegetables, crops etc.
compelling and thoughtful documentary, sharing an African American military veterans journey through Nigeria's Badagry slave port. Coined, "The Point of No Return," walking through the same path of his ancestors. Directed by Peter Okojie and I was shot both in San Diego and Nigeria.
Amber Schnitzius is a ceramic artist that gets her hand dirty with clay to create beautiful pieces, teaching people to disconnect from stress of their everyday life, to reconnect others to their roots as makers, to encourage and inspire interactions with clay. She derives joy in sharing her craft with people, and she is adding value to her community and the city of San Diego.