Thank You For Another Incredible Year
I say this every year at this time: The words 'Thank you' never seem to be enough or capture how grateful I am for the support for my conservation filmmaking business. Just know this: I...
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Planning a Year-Long Video Content Strategy for Conservation
So you want to embark on a year-long video content journey, huh? Well, before you dive headfirst into such an environmental visual storytelling plan, it's crucial to define the purpose of your video content...
Why Storytelling is a Catalyst for Conservation Action
Storytelling has long been recognized as a powerful tool for inspiring action, and when it comes to conservation efforts, the impact of a nature video or conservation documentary film is undeniable. The ability to weave...
Factors Influencing the Rate of Professional Filmmakers
"What is your rate?" That's probably the most common question that I get asked. As an independent professional filmmaker who has been doing this work for the past 10 years, I have a different rate than...
Why Organic Filmmaking is So Powerful
Organic filmmaking isn't for everyone or every client project. I get that. And it's sometimes a leap to get organizational buy-in to go the organic route. First, you need to have absolute trust in...
Generating Fundraising From a Conservation Documentary
You know what people say: a picture is worth a thousand words. Well, when it comes to conservation, a video is worth a million. Conservation filmmaking is not just about making pretty pictures of...
Conservation: Building Bridges Between Animals, Ecosystems and People
Conservation of our planet's diverse ecosystems and wildlife is of utmost importance, yet often remains a distant concern for many. As humans, we have become increasingly disconnected from the natural world and the animals...
Priority Place Documentary Premieres to Sold-Out Audience
Wow! I have so much gratitude for the sold-out premiere on Nov 10, 2023 of my new conservation documentary, A Priority Place: Hope For A Forest. [caption id="attachment_12185" align="alignleft" width="225"] Sold-out premiere[/caption] The crowd of 150...
How to make people care more about saving the natural world
Making people care. That's a common phrase I hear over and over again when I embark on the process of filming and producing a film or video for conservation organizations. Organizations often seek to create...
Premiere of A Priority Place documentary is sold out
I'm so humbled and grateful that the premiere gala event of my new 70-minute documentary A Priority Place documentary is sold out. The premiere is being held at the Capitol 33 Theatre in Delhi, Ontario...