my videos.
my favorite frames from projects.
Scouting for locations is critical to a successful shoot. Unless the project is purposefully in a cramped and dark setting — this frame sums up what I look for in a good interview location.
A large space for the subject to breathe, natural light, backgrounds that reflect the subject’s personality, and adequate space for setting up equipment.
Without dynamic movement, it’s hard to keep the brain interested. Capturing a shot or evoking movement that is undeniably eye-catching is what I strive for in footage.
Sometimes, this mean’s being an athlete along with the subjects and getting the shots that matter. I’m happy to say this shot is still a highlight in the Eugene Marathon’s rolodex of best moments.
A single image may tell a thousand words, but 1 minute of footage conveys 1,440 images. It’s cheesy. I know. But, with such power comes great responsibility. Our world revolves around digital video intake. Stringing together the perfect sequence of clips is what truly sets apart great work.
Making a brand or a channel’s video style takes a long time. If you check out the Mother Magnolia Cultivation Youtube channel, you’ll see the progression of video style over time.
I animate through After Effects and edit in Premiere Pro which allows me to practice infographics at a high level of complexity.
I don’t capture the moment; I hunt for it. The camera does all of the work; it’s the conductor behind the camera that makes the difference. Sometimes that means taking some risk for the shot.
