I’m spending 2 days this week learning about cinematic storytelling from the guys/gals at Stillmotion. They not only produce amazing work but are doing a fabulous job teaching this event. It’s a Canon sponsored event too so there’s an unlimited amount of gear to play with and learn about. Lots of fun! I’ll try to do a write up when it’s over. Here’s the caravan blog and here’s some of the promo videos about the event…..
Just found this inspiring short-film teaser about clean water for a village in Ethiopia. Amazing visuals. Filled with hope. Shot with a Nikon D90, from the guys at Upstream Visual:
Art & Altruism. That is my interest. And Love, Light & Melody is an organization that is doing a fine job of combining the two. “They use music and the arts to rebuild, restore, and bring healing to communities ravaged by extreme poverty.” When I find an effort like this it reminds me of why I have been put here on earth, and it encourages me that I have much work left to do. Visit their website here, or watch this video to be inspired:
I’ve just jumped into using the new Canon 5D Mark II on a recent trip to India. WOW!! I’ve been so inspired as to start a new personal documentary series about my travels. Here’s the first teaser edition :
Documenting the Assignment: Part One- INDIA from Matt Powell on Vimeo.