For a creative professional like editor Luodawei Xiao, filmmaking can come from a place of experiential information or from that of curiosity. As a native of China, his work on films like the award-winning (Best Documentary at the LA Independent Film Channel and Boden International Film Festival) documentary Ice World…

A definition of a true artist is not the mastery of technical skills, though that is often found in their work. No, a real artist is someone who is driven by passion; compelled to create and deliver a message which they feel deep in their soul. That’s true for a…

The goal of any story is to connect with the audience and enable them to accept the “reality” of what is being presented. As techniques and skill evolve, the art of storytelling simultaneously becomes more impressive and more taken for granted. To put it mildly, the audience expects believability no…

A picture may be worth a thousand words but sound is far more powerful in its ability to transport us to an exact emotional moment. Vera Tin has long been aware of this and it has led her to a career as a sound designer and sound mixer in the…

The American film community is enthusiastically welcoming to insightful and talented filmmakers like Liujin Fang; those who brings a fresh voice and notable skill as a storyteller. At its core, filmmaking is about connection made through a particularly unique perspective but relatable to many. One Day Back Home, inspired by…

As we travel through life, there are multiple voices guiding us; the most prominent of these is the dreamer and the practical negotiator. These voices are not combatants but rather siblings who help us find our way. They inhabit us. Producer Liv Li is an example of this in the…

It seems that things are changing quickly across the entire planet. That can be a very positive direction when those driving it are well informed, talented, and have a goal of everyone benefitting. Julie Comer has certainly made a name for herself in the past few years, facilitating major international…

Photographer/videographer Andrey Efimov possesses something special. While he will humbly point out his collaboration with many other professionals, there’s a reason why Mr. Efimov continually works on projects with so many of the biggest names in fashion from H&M to Prada and more. Andrey’s work gained major international attention with…

A Modern Bent to Great Storytelling with Versatility: Andres Felipe Acosta Castañeda The art of storytelling continues to evolve with the attention and breadth of works created for online viewing. While services like Netflix and others seem ubiquitous, the next wave seems already determined with increasing numbers towards social media…