Coach Kim Makes It Count

Moonwalker Sneaker Design to be Worn in Digital Dash
Created After Being Hinted to When
Having a Dream With Kimberly in it
GOING AFTER MY DREAMS: LITERALLY

Imagine sitting on an idea that has been fostering in your head because it's your destiny. There is no escpaing destiny therefore everyday you get a nudge to remind you, or potentially fill you with guilt for letting your idea wither. I've posted that the PIE website is coming soon; I also have mentioned how that site is supposed to carry films from movie producers. Moreover, I mentioned how I myself would love to do  a short. Not for nothing, the former has been happening behind the scenes. It is no small task designing a platform to compete in the film and media industry so I'm grateful to have made progress; however, broadcasting it is better valued when you are actually offering the product/service. 

My womentor Kimberly Crandall recently put the fire to my ass when kickstarting her Make It Count campaign. With 8 weeks left to the year of 2019 she posted a message to the stagnant putting emphasis on, "if you believe you are going to do something in 2020, now is the time to convince yourself." That very day I grabbed the camera and got to work on my experimental short film Digital Dash. The goal is to complete a scene each week for a total of 8 scenes and have a final edit right before the ball drops. What makes this concept more powerful is I am not alone. Her network along with their accomplishments gets streamed to me as we all plow through our checklists and hold each other accountable. I personally began checking in with her consistantly after times got tough, and vice versa. For some reason we experienced adversity at the same time. You know what they say, when you're so close to accomplishing your dreams all kinds of obstacles get thrown your way to test your commitment. This is one of those times because I couldn't tell you when is the last time so many other things have came across my desk that needed attending to. Nonetheless the Make It Count team is still strong checking off those checklists even during the most festive time of the year and on this Monday coach Kim and I vowed to kick this weeks ass! #makeitcount       

Evgeniya: The Shooting Star In The Bulgarian Bar

I remember when I first saw promotion for Evgeniya’s film Patrik. The next time I saw promo for the film which was edited by her partner Darja, and shot by Michael Tosner, with killer performances by Patrik Baldauff and Jamal Hodge, it won its first award. I eagerly asked “where can I see this film?” to no avail. This is how things play out however in the film world when you submit your project for consideration. No publishing can begin until after your material is put to the test. After being categorized for fifteen more awards I received the invite which granted my wish. 

For starters, you have to really want to be there in order to get in the joint because it has the feel of a speakeasy. After searching a bit I found my way through a crevice into the cozy spot which reminded me of a Quentin Tarantino flick. After a wholesome conversation with the talented Darja she walked me over to the dazzling Evgeniya who just took the floor for the evening. As an empath I was so grateful to be introduced and surrounded by so much warmth and genuineness. The talent in my first circle of talks was enough to produce a major film with no doubt in my mind. The night flowed on with a surprise dance from Evgeniya who crept from the balcony crowned and draped in flowy garments. The energy increased, then Rada; another singer with a video produced by iDare productions took the stage and performed for us. 

The Mercury Retrograde did push its weight around a bit, muting the soundboard and freezing the first frame of the film, but once Patrik got underway it was more than what I expected. Their ability to caption emotion and put emphasis on human connection was remarkable and struck a cord about something that had been on my mind. In context, it reminds me of why film is so valued. It expresses the fleeting moments in a body of work that makes them meaningful so that the viewer no longer takes them for granted. Rada also play her video which was cinematic, and a sign that iDare productions will continue to prove highly capable. 

A plethora of artistic knowledge circulated the room of networks all night and I had a fantastic weekend. Evgeniya is even starring in PIE’s upcoming experiment short which still has me in a state of euphoria! I won’t reveal exactly what role she plays yet, however I guarantee her presence will be known and felt. Her being added to the cast which now stars her, Gina Stewart and myself is an honor! If this can occur by experimenting, it should be confirmed that art is also a science.