It’s that time of year again. As autumn begins to give way to winter, there are so many holidays on the calendar; there are gifts to shop for, gatherings to attend, meals to prepare. For some, this is a time…
How to tell if you’ve found the right creative partner
We’ve all heard the horror stories. Screenwriters who collaborate on a script, only to have their co-writer steal the project and get all the credit. Producers who hire people they trust, only to have them take the project totally off…
Taking a break from art: the importance of rest for creative souls
Are you considering taking a break from art, but you’re afraid of falling behind? Learn from my mistakes, and let me tell you why sometimes, not only is taking a break from art necessary, but the best thing you can…
Cutting trailers for HBO, practical tips, and personal projects; a conversation with filmmaker Michael Skanes
Michael Skanes has been making movies for a long time. “I’ve been doing film since highschool,” he tells me. His story is an inspiring one, from producing his own films, taking a leap offaith and moving to LA, and now…
Creative entrepreneurship; a conversation with filmmaker and business owner Eugene Bennett
It was no surprise to me that Eugene Bennett got his start as a photographer. As I explored his website, it was obvious to me that he is someone who is incredibly skilled at capturing people as they truly are;…
Making a movie in Unreal Engine: a conversation with filmmaker Michelle Iannantuono
Octopunk Media is the perfect name for Michelle Iannantuono’s production company. The image of the octopus–a highly intelligent, adaptable, and many-legged beast–captures the spirit perfectly. Michelle is, first and foremost, a storyteller, and she’s worked in many mediums to get…
