Michael returns home after a long absence. He works a meaningless job and lives a secluded life. A chance encounter with Anna, a bold photographer, forces both of them to confront their choices and its effects.  5 minutes, 16mm, Black & White.

Lily, a young girl, loses her mother suddenly in a car accident. She begins to see a mermaid in the back sloughs where she lives, along the California Delta. Is this mermaid really her mother or a call for help? Shot in the town of Locke and along the Delta near Sacramento, CA.  24 minutes, 16mm, Black & White.

Catharsis tells the story of a man at a crossroads in his life.  Haunted by a recurring dream, he considers his job, relationship, and self-worth.  7 minutes, 16mm, Black & White.

This promo was created for Jayson’s website.  It is designed to showcase his work and approach.  The goal was to replace the standard “About You” page with something more dynamic and engaging.  You can see the promo in action along with Jayson’s amazing work at http://www.jaysoncarpenter.com.  All photos copyright Jayson Carpenter.

This quirky video features music by The Leftnecks, directed by Adam Gascho.  I was asked to participate in the cinematography.  I filmed much of the video with a new Canon 7D camera.

This is a short experimental film documenting a period in my life.  This film was shot randomly over the course of about 2 years with no original intention to become a finished piece. Super8, 16mm, Color, B&W, 11 minutes.

This musically driven piece is designed to showcase the philosophy, education, and opportunities at this private high school in Sacramento.  The admissions office uses this video for prospective students and parents during recruiting phases and to highlight the school at events and meetings.  I filmed interviews and footage to augment the school-supplied photographs.