I wanted to write this which includes a direct copy of my press release for the award myself and the people involved in my recent music video production won.
I had a tremendous ride learning, filming and being a part of an exceptional creative team this past spring. Everyone at Seacoast including Joshua “Cassanova” Thomas, Nina, my friends Bryan and Matt made every moment and every frame count. When I asked my friend Bry one day at the gym, which we regularly go, how he felt about the award he asked “What was the award for?” Typical! I said it was for all of the hard work and talent of each one involved. He of course smiled and laughed as usual. Most everyone part of this project kept their wits and demeanor low key when I told them. It seems that most in The Biz are humble and calm but for me it was an affirmation that I am making my way upward.
Don’t get me wrong! I love doing what I do especially making films (and working with the camera) but I was stoked big time. My second award this year for the music videos I made. It gave me this untamed drive to want to do great things and make even more great films. Though there won’t be tons of awards, I think ;), I want to continue to work with great talented people who have the passion and drive to want to have fun and do remarkable on and off camera.
For each person I’ve run into so far they have all been complete professionals. They are level headed people who know how to design, create and make really high-quality animation and films. We’re all not rich, but more successful in our own right. Little by little we create enjoyable and entertaining things that others outside of our little bubble enjoy watching. I hope to do more and to work with others that have the drive and energy to want to amuse everyone else.
Thanks everyone!
Frank b.
“Feels Good” is a song of love and the simple life. Its setting is of college living and of young people enjoying what they have and having fun getting a little bit crazy and features an exceptional music artist “Cassanova” and local acting talent Nina Courlea, Bryan Boettcher and Matthew Carothers. Filmed entirely in San Diego CA this music video used stunning creative visuals and a unique sound not typically seen or heard of in the Hip Hop scene.
“Feels Good” was created as a more preppy style Hip Hop music video about a bunch of college kids having fun and enjoying life while on campus and the main character, a guy, “The Artist,” singing about a girl that he likes but is not confident enough to approach her. The girl is “The Girl Next Door Type,” but there’s something about her he likes.
Director’s Statement:
“This is my first full scale music video and my biggest production to date. I had begun this project as a continuation of my film career starting with short films & promotional videos to making music videos. I wanted to expand my experience and film education to a more significant feature or narrative short into the style of this video. It is also the culmination and efforts of a lot of good talented people I met over the past several months who offered to help so that we could all enjoy and learn from this experience.”
Executive Producer’s Statement:
“I certainly appreciate the recognition from Indie Fest. I feel that it is important for every producer and creative team to submit their works to a group of their peers. It is a great way to receive qualified feed back as well as continued encouragement. The Indie Fest provides such a venue and recognizes achievements of new and exciting productions.”
The Indie Fest recognizes film professionals who demonstrate exceptional achievement in craft and creativity, and those who produce standout entertainment or contribute to profound social change. Entries are judged by highly qualified professionals in the film industry. Information about The Indie Fest and list of winners can be found at www.theindiefest.com.
In winning an Indie, Untamed Imagination Productions and Seacoast Multimedia joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected award. Thomas Baker, Ph.D., who chairs the Indie Fest, had this to say about the latest winners, ” The Indie is not an easy award to win. Entries are received from around the world. The Indie helps set the standard for craft and creativity. The judges were pleased with the exceptionally high quality of entries. The goal of The Indie is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve.”
For more information call Mike Nacar, 619-297-6113 or visit www.seacoastvideo.com
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