Bill LeVasseur – BARN FINDS

April 26, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

Several months ago, Bill LeVasseur asked me to shoot some pick-up footage for his Barn Finds TV show sizzle reel, which the network didn’t get a chance to get while they were out here. Of course, I happily agreed. There is a reason why Bill is such a successful and highly regarded actor and host – he is one of those charismatic, upbeat, funny people that everyone seems to be uncontrollably drawn to. Unfortunately, Bill didn’t end up hosting Barn Finds, but he did apparently score another awesome gig with the network. Keep your eyes peeled!

I counted a total of 5 of my shots that made it into the video. If you are curious which ones, they are at :07-:08, :44-:46, :51-:54, :56-:58, and 1:03-1:07. A whooping :12 seconds worth! :)

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KUSA Local Business Web Video: Broomfield Pediatrics & Internal Medicine

April 25, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

Promotional web video for Broomfield Pediatrics & Internal Medicine:

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StarFest 2012

April 24, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

Growing up, I never imagined that someday I could be standing a mere few feet away and talking to Darth Vader himself – David Prowse, or that I would meet Jonathan Frakes (Commander William Riker on Star Trek: The Next Generation), but on Saturday it’s exactly what happened.

I’ve been going to StarFest since 2003 and I still can’t help being overwhelmed by how awesome that event is, and how great it is to be surrounded by thousands of people who love science fiction as much as I do. It’s always amazing to meet iconic characters, movie and TV actors in the flesh, to see the ingenuity and craftsmanship of all the costumes, to check out  movie props, models, toys and other geekdom objects of desire, and to mingle with like-minded people who come from all over, united by their love of imaginative science fiction and fantasy worlds. One of these years, I’ll have to make my pilgrimage to the San Diego Comic-Con, the holy Mecca of sci-fi entertainment, but Denver’s StarFest will always have a special place in my heart.

Some of the other guests at StarFest this year included John Noble (Walter Bishop on Fringe and Lord Denethor in Lord of the Rings), Dee Wallace (E.T., The Howling, Critters) and Jewel Staite (Firefly, Serenity). Unfortunately, I didn’t get a chance to see Jewel, as her flight arrived late and by the time she got to the fest on Saturday, my friends and I had missed her.

Still, there was plenty to see and do, so much that it was impossible to go see something without missing another cool panel or event in the other part of the building. And, with the recent additions of Comic Fest and DigiFest, things have gotten even more complicated! I guess it’s all part of the fun of attending an entertainment convention.

You can see the entire set of photos that I took at StarFest on Saturday in my Flickr gallery, or check out some of the highlights below.

David Prowse autograph signing and Q&A:

 

John Noble autograph signing and Q&A:

Jonathan Frakes:

 

Dee Wallace:
 

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KUSA Local Business Web Video: Maple Star Colorado

April 23, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

Maple Star Colorado is a child placement agency serving Denver and the Front Range. Below is a video I recently filmed and edited for them, using interviews and testimonials from couples and single parents about their experiences in fostering.

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STRING THEORY: An experimental short film, behind-the-scenes video and production stills

April 20, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

A couple of weeks ago, David Quakenbush invited me to participate in a short experimental film project, which he developed with local Denver artist Sophia Rose, performer Morgan Elizabeth Weaver and make-up artist Adrianna Veal. The project was filmed at Xcentricity Arts gallery in the Highlands.

I was one of the camera operators on this film, which was shot with several cameras (RED Epic, Canon T2i, Canon 7D and even a GoPro). The Epic, I believe, was running at 120 frames per second and HDSLRs were not too far behind at 60fps to produce the beautiful, smooth slow motion shots that you see in the finished film. Everyone did an amazing job with set decoration, lighting, music, camera work, and of course – Morgan’s performance was the key to the whole concept.

STRING THEORY premiered last night at the Bug Theatre as part of the monthly Emerging Filmmakers Project and was very well received.

It was a fun experience being on that set, both inspiring and rejuvenating to work with such creative local talent. My role on this project was pretty small, so I shot a little bit of behind-the-scenes stills and video footage between takes, which I edited into a short “Making Of” video below. Enjoy!

STRING THEORY

On The Set Of STRING THEORY – a behind the scenes look at the making of the short film:

Production Stills

Cinematographer David Quakenbush with performer Morgan Elizabeth Weaver:

Sophia Rose, Adrianna Veal and Morgan Elizabeth Weaver:

Cinematographer James Drake with a RED Epic:

Jonathan Fulton with a Canon T2i:

David with a Canon T2i

 

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KUSA Local Business Web Video: Cyr Tax Consulting

April 19, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

Promotional web video for Cyr Tax Consulting in Denver:

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Successful Weight Loss School with Nichole Kellerman

April 18, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

Weight loss and lifestyle coach Nichole Kellerman recently hired me to produce several short videos for her website. Nichole’s upbeat energy, enthusiasm and a sense of humor were contagious and I had an absolute blast making these. She is one of those people who doesn’t take herself too seriously and is willing to show off her silly side and have fun, while empowering other people to change their lives in a positive manner. Be sure to check out the blooper reels at the end of each video!

Nichole Kellerman – Successful Weight Loss School

Nichole Kellerman – Success Kit

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Nightlife Photography: Tyler Jacobson Returns to Lipgloss (3.23.12), TheHundred Presents: Gina Turner at Beauty Bar (3.24.12) and DJ Tower at Lipgloss (4.13.12)

April 17, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

I haven’t posted any nightlclub or DJ photos in a while, so here are several recent sets from Lipgloss and TheHundred dance parties. Enjoy!

The return of Tyler Jacobson (Lipgloss at La Rumba, 3.23.12) with Boyhollow and Option4

*** View the full set with hundreds of photos on Flickr! ***

 

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Photos from the 2012 Vail Film Festival

April 15, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

This year’s Vail Film Festival seemed a bit more low-key and intimate than some previous fests, which isn’t a bad thing. While Michael and I still kept pretty busy shooting screenplay readings, red carpet interviews, film screening Q&As, parties and sponsor material, it was nice to not be constantly rushing around and actually have a chance to enjoy and partake in some of the festival activities a little bit more. This was also Michael’s first year at the VFF as a filmmaker and a short film competition co-director, as well as the festival’s official cinematographer; a triple-duty which he endured quite well!

Some of the guests this year included Fred Schepisi (the director of VFF opening night film The Eye of the Storm, as well as The Russia House and Roxanne, among others) and Krysten Ritter (Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23, Breaking Bad).

As for me, some of the highlights of this year’s fest included chatting with Fred Schepisi, filming and hanging out backstage at the incredible sold-out Friday night concert featuring Sara Bareilles and the amazing musicians from LA’s Hotel Cafe (Cary Brothers, Buddy, Harper Blynn, Javier Dunn, Greg Laswell and Laura Jansen), seeing Michael’s short film Baby Shoes on the big screen, bowling at midnight, swimming in an outdoor pool at a swanky resort hotel and generally enjoying the unseasonably warm weather for Vail. And, of course – reuniting with all of the awesome people that I haven’t seen since last year. This was my 6th year of filming coverage at the VFF, and, as always, it was exciting to be a part of it.

Below are some photos I took at the festival. Be sure to check out my Flickr gallery or watch the slideshow at the end of this post to see the rest, including lots of party pics, red carpet coverage and beauty shots. Meanwhile, the 40+ gigabytes of video footage I shot will eventually be processed and included in the 2013 Vail Film Festival promos and other materials. Stay tuned!

Line of festival patrons streaming into the Cadillac Theater for the short films screening

Audience at the premiere of The Eye of the Storm

Vail Film Festival Host Bill LeVasseur

The cast and writers of the 2012 VFF Screenplay Reading

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KUSA Local Business Web Video: H&M Transmission

April 11, 2012 by Vadim | Leave a comment

Promotional video for H&M Transmission and Automotive in Castle Rock:

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