A selection of my work compiled as Director of Photography. This reel showcases clips shot in HD video, SD video and 16mm film. Featuring samples from “What Do They Do In There?” (a six episode children’s television mini series), short films “Passing Through People” (winner of Best Film in the New Brunswick Film Festival, 2005), “Birds Fly Around Her Head” and “10 Days” (to be completed Fall 2008), among others.

Two commercials for the 7th annual Nickel Independent Film Festival, which takes place in St. John’s, Newfoundland. The shorter version ran on CBC television as part of the publicity for the festival, while the longer spot was featured at the beginning of each screening throughout the festival. The poster displayed above was designed by Christian Sparkes and Nick Herder. The spots were based on this image and created by Christian Sparkes and myself.

An entry for Panasonic’s “Share The Air” video contest, geared toward the skateboard demographic. This contest encouraged young filmmakers to create their own 24 second spot showcasing what Panasonic equipment means to those who use it. This entry reflects the stories told by obstacles found within a city’s landscape. As skateboarders create their own history by making or breaking it at each location, the video camera is there to record what happens and tell the story again and again. Where regular people see an ordinary set of stairs, skateboarders see a place where tricks were landed and reputations were made.

It’s late on Christmas Eve and Tom left his girlfriend’s present back at the party. The clock is ticking and against all odds, he needs to go back and get the gift before it’s too late. Already treading on thin ice with his girlfriend, Tom's last chance to save their relationship all comes down to first saving this Christmas. Produced by Allison Short and Mary Sexton, Last Chance Christmas is a short action/comedy featuring Christian Sparkes, Kevin Lewis and Karyn Williams. Made through the Newfoundland Independent Filmmaker‘s Co-Op and in partner with Rink Rat Productions.

A short, super 8mm comedy paralleling the world of skateboarding to the mythological sport of urban, freestyle street bowling. Shot in Halifax, Nova Scotia with help from the Atlantic Filmmaker’s Co-Op, this short film was featured on CBC’s “Zed”.

The Garrison Brewing Company’s Big Break Ad Challenge: Make a 60 second mock commercial advertising Garrison beer. Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia this contest was open to all local filmmakers with a gala ceremony held to celebrate the winning entries. Made possible with the help of a few friends; shot and edited in one evening. “The Sixth Floor” was nominated in the categories of “Best Sound” and “Best Performance” (Andrea Larkin) and won the award for “Most Promising Director”.

Homegrown Skateboards first short video designed specifically for the internet. This was released exclusively on Homegrown’s website and was available to watch online or to download free of charge. Complimentary DVD copies were also included with the purchase of a Homegrown skateboard deck.