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8- 26-10 Short Film: Save The Tiki



It's been nearly a year since I captured the story of a 40,000 lb Tiki head transplanted to a downtown Tucson location. The 1 year anniversary of the momentous occassion is this coming weekend and I'm doing all I can to get these folks this film. I've been editing all weekend and it looks like I'll have it done.   More to come.

8-21-10  Short Film: The Buddy Greco Sessions



Last night we screened the film at Tiki Oasis in San Diego. The film got an overwhelmingly positive response. I'm thrilled that this project went so smoothly. The Martini Kings are using it as a promo piece for the CD.

7-29-10 
Music Video: Mark Knight

Editing is complete! I sent of the final shot to the great Kurt Lawson for VFX.


6-11-10  Music Video: Mark Knight

We shot the "Hung Up On It" music video today. It was a fun day working with everyone.  Editing will start next week. Stay tuned for more.

5- 4-10  Short Film: The Buddy Greco Sessions

I started editing the footage I shot from the Buddy Greco shoot. Recently, I met up with The Martini Kings for interviews. The footage looks great and the sound bites from the interviews are going to fit perfectly. If you like lounge music you are going to love this. I need to finish this puppy by next month. There is a good chance that it will be screening at Tiki Oasis in August!

1-15-10  Short Film: The Last First Date  Submission To Fests



We have started sending the film out to festivals. We haven't yet color corrected the over project but it's in the works.

12-12-09 
Short Film: The Last First Date  Audio Mix

On set mixer and sound designer Jay Verkamp has started sweetening the film. We spent 15 hours mixing, sweetening, and designing the picture. There's lot's going on and I wanted to capture the mayhem of the situation.

12-4-09  Short Film: The Last First Date  Visual FX

Visual FX artist and guru Kurt Lawson has just wrapped up the VFX for the film and they look amazing! When I read the script I had a grand idea that if done correctly could look beautiful. Kurt's talents allowed this vision to come to fruition.

11-11-09 
Short Film: The Last First Date  Editing Wraps Up

Co-producer and editor Kurt Jones and I have just completed the editing process. I'm confident we have a solid picture and look forward to the final product. In addition to editing we have brought on the talents of Kurt Lawson to engineer our visual effects. More on that next month.

10-5-09 
Short Film: The Last First Date  Keith Morris Adds Vocals

Musician and punk icon Keith Morris has laid down vocals for the film. It's truly an honor to have Morris in this project. Having his participation only improves my vision of this film. To want a punk song for the film and to end up with Keith Morris is just spot on. All thanks to Tony Marsico for making this happen. Marsico will be arranging the tune and playing all of the other instruments... it's creative chaos waiting to happen.

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-2-09  Short Film: The Last First Date  Composer Announced

We are excited to announce that Tony Marsico will be scoring the film. Tony has a rich history of music. From being a pioneer in the late seventies Los Angeles punk scene with The Plugz to playing with Bob Dylan in The Cruzados, Tony has managed to play on a variety of classic rock and roll albums. Tony now playes in two bands The Martini Kings with famed jazzman and brother Frankie Marsico and the hot rod rock and rollers The Del Reys. Having his talent and expertise will help bring this project to yet another level.

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-27-09  Short Film: The Last First Date  It's A Wap !

Yesterday we shot and wrapped on The Last First date. It was a fantastic day with an amazing crew. We decided to shoot the film using the Sony Ex-3 and I couldn't be more satisfied. Our next step is editing. We hope to have a couple of rough cuts finished this week. In the meantime I'll start searching for a color corrector. Thank you to everyone involved.

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-6-09  Short Film: The Last First Date Casting Update

After long week of casting and some tough decisions I am pleased to announce that Bradley Hassemeyer and Rochelle Vallese are on board! These are two talented actors that I'm excited to work with. Their experience and dedication will take this project to a whole new level of entertainment. The shoot date has been set for September 26th. More to come!
9-1-09  Short Film: The Last First Date Cinematographer Announced

Kenneth Stipe, accomplished Director of Photography has committed the film. Ken has been working as a cinematographer in Los Angeles since 1990. He is a graduate of the American Film Institute and has dozens of credits to his name. I am overjoyed to bring the talented eye of Ken Stipe into this production.

8-25-09  Short Winded official selection of TMFF

I received great news today. My music video "SHORT WINDED" has been accepted into the Tucson Music and Film Festival. For more information please check out the festival site

8-9-09  
Short Film Pre Production

The past two months have been quite eventful to say the least. I requested the talents of my writer friend Mark Litton to helm a short script. He came back with a romantic comedy about the end of the world... I'm excited to say that the film "The Last First Date" will be my next project. I have also recruited Kurt Jones to co produce the film. I have been working diligently on the script, storyboards, and production design. I'm calling favors and putting every once of effort into this project. The next update will include casting. I'll keep you posted!

6-8-09  
Pete Goslow CD Commercial

To promote his newest album Leave It All Behind, singer songwriter Pete Goslow hired us to showcase his raw talent and exceptional skills as a musician. We shot in Los Angeles and managed to capture some additional footage for a music video. Stay tuned for that!


5-21-09 
Net Zero Solar Commercial

After a wonderful shoot in beautiful Tucson, Arizona and a couple of weeks in the edit bay the Net Zero Solar ad is unveiled.


3-17-09  
Martini Kings Promo Video

The Martini Kings hired me to direct a promo video for corporate events, weddings, etc. We recorded the band live and captured the essence of the martin drinking, swanky, groovy, lounge that is... The Martini Kings.



12-21-08 
The Grams: Love Music Video

Love was quite literally a labor of love. This project was ambitious and exciting. The Grams wanted something fresh and creative so I shot at 30 different location around San Diego. Working with band was a dream. These folks were troopers and they never missed a beat. Tragically, guitarist Craig Yerkes lost his life while diving to a gig in San Diego. He was a great guy and a joy to work with. He will be missed.



10-4-08 
Mossmaja: Short Winded Music Video

My latest rap video for San Bernardino based rapper Mossmaja is online and alive!


9-28-08  The Del Reys: Deep Water (Live at Bordello)

I got a a last minute call from The Del Reys requesting my services. The concept was simple... A live gig with over a dozen burlesque dancers. How could I resist? This was a great gig and shooting at one of LA's oldest bars was a blast. If you're looking for a great bar with nostalgic ambiance then check out Bordello.