EP. 03: Doug Stanford - Creative Process and Journey to DP

We are pumped to bring on VFX artist Danny Colborn. Danny recently did the visual effects on "Dear Brodie," a project created to promote professional basketball player Russell Westbrooks's clothing brand, "Honor the Gift." The official drop date of "Dear Brodie" is TBA. In the meantime, check out the trailer in the link below and see if you can spot Danny's work. In this episode, we dive deep into Danny's key role in "Dear Brodie" and what the film industry is like in Los Angeles.    Dear Brodie | Official Trailer | Russel Westbrook https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEJVa2zDIUM Connect with Danny:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vfxdanny_/ Connect with us:  amap.to/imagemakers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_imagemakers JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd.final.mp4 Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotbychrisv

In this episode we talk about a shoot we (JD and Chris) talk about the latest project we worked on together for a gym. Produced/Directed by JD and DP'd by Chris, we talk through every aspect of the commercial we shot. While on a limited budget, we did everything we knew to do in order to maximize our efforts and abilities for the production. Take a listen! Connect with us:  amap.to/imagemakers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_imagemakers JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd.final.mp4 Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotbychrisv

We are so excited for you all to listen to Carlos' story! He's a fantastic content creator primarily working in the CrossFit space, but he does much more. This episode is special to us because Carlos introduced JD and me back in 2020. Carlos is highly passionate about the work he does, and he is focused on impacting people's lives along the way. If you have a friend struggling to start freelancing, send this podcast to them for inspiration. So without further ado, Carlos Bown. Connect with Carlos:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bownmedia/   Connect with us:  amap.to/imagemakers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_imagemakers JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd.final.mp4  Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotbychrisv

Anthony is not only a fantastic filmmaker and photographer. He's an even better human being. Anthony talks about his journey as a one-man band filmmaker, traveling the world to work with clients like five-time world boxing champ Teofimo Lopez and the famous strongman and actor Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, "Thor," who you might have seen in GOT. We also talk about how Anthony engages with clients and how asking the right questions, listening, and showing empathy can help close those "dream clients."    Connect with Anthony:  Instagram: www.instagram.com/anthonykdo/  Vero: https://www.vero.co/anthonykdo  Connect with us:   amap.to/imagemakers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_imagemakers JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd.final.mp4 Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotbychrisv  CREATIVE RESOURCES  From Anthony  "The Win Without Pitching Manifesto" by Blair Enns https://www.amazon.com/Win-Without-Pitching-Manifesto/dp/1605440043 "Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It" by Chris Voss https://www.amazon.com/Never-Split-Difference-audiobook/dp/B01COR1GM2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MGK02CIYPO2V&keywords=never+split+the+difference+by+chris+voss&qid=1663384237&s=books&sprefix=never+spl%2Cstripbooks%2C79&sr=1-1  "The Future"  https://thefutur.com/pro-group "The Artists Way" by Julia Cameron  https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252 "Giving yourself permission to feel creative" by Ethan Hawke https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRS9Gek4V5Q  From JD  "Creativity Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration" by Ed Catmull & Amy Wallace  https://www.amazon.com/Creativity-Inc-Overcoming-Unseen-Inspiration-ebook/dp/B00FUZQYBO  From Chris "Socratic Selling: How to Ask the Questions That Get the Sale" by Kevin Daley with Emmett Wolfe  https://www.amazon.com/Socratic-Selling-Questions-That-Sale/dp/0786304553/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Socratic+selling&qid=1663384982&s=books&sr=1-1  "Commercial Directing Voodoo: Filmmaking Spells & Production Potions" by Mr. Jordan Brady  https://www.amazon.com/Commercial-Directing-Voodoo-Filmmaking   "In the Blink of an Eye: A Perspective on Film Editing, 2nd Edition" by Walter Murch  https://www.amazon.com/Blink-Eye-Perspective-Film-Editing/dp/1879505622/ref=sr_1_1?crid=VXXI8U87IAPG&keywords=in+the+blink+of+an+eye&qid=1663385590&s=books&sprefix=in+the+blink+of+an+eye+%2Cstripbooks%2C70&sr=1-1

Doug’s journey to being a DP is an inspirational one because it started off in a way that will inspire you to pick up a camera and get creative. The way Doug pushes the industry and to get others involved is exactly what we all need! We talk about his story, his unique approach to networking and one of his favorite spots he DP’d. Connect with Doug: Doug's Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougstanford Vivid Bridge: www.vividbridge.com  Connect with us: amap.to/imagemakers/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/_imagemakers JD's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jd.final.mp4 Chris' Instagram: www.instagram.com/shotbychrisv

Destyn Patera’s journey into the video production space will inspire you to be intentional with your business. He talks about working with people that want to collaborate rather than work for a paycheck. Building the proper team has made his company what it is today. Connect with Destyn:   www.lenseafilm.com  Lensea's Instagram:  www.instagram.com/lenseafilm/  Destyn's Instagram: www.instagram.com/destynpatera/   Connect with us:   amap.to/imagemakers/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/_imagemakers/  JD's Instagram: www.instagram.com/shotbychrisv/  Chris' Instagram: www.instagram.com/jd.final.mp4/

In this episode we talk about why Image Makers was started and who the voices are behind the mic. JD and Chris dig deep to tell you their heart behind the brand and how every filmmaker can grow and learn from other professionals in the industry.