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A letter of thanks

9/2/2019

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            I’d like to start by writing that I can’t tell if this is really happening. I’ve dreamed about making music, telling stories, and finding unique ways to combine my passions for years. Now it seems as though I’m finally getting the chance to pursue this fantasy and for that I feel like the luckiest boy alive.
            A music video like many things in life doesn’t just come to fruition without the help of others. I’d like to thank Hampus Wahlin, the director, editor, and overall supporter for dedicating his time, professionalism, and artistic talents to this video. He’s been a part of this musical project from the very beginning. Without him I’d still be writing songs on my acoustic guitar alone at two in the morning with no intention of sharing them with the world. We did it buddy, time to get on with the next one!
            To one of the most prolific cinematographers I know, Brandon Le thank you for never saying no and always going the extra mile. From using an Alexa on this video, to building a light rig in a hundred-year-old house, to shooting me naked next to an abandoned railroad track I’m astonished to think about where we’ve been and even more excited to see where we’ll go.  
            To my right-hand woman Vic, the only person I know who has mastered the art of wearing multiple hats at once what would I do without you? The actor, the writer, the assistant-director, and of course the humanitarian. You don’t see problems, tribulations, or roadblocks. You only see solutions. It was a blessing to have you on this set and I can’t wait to have you on the next one.
            To my crew, Gabe, Orlando, John, Zach, & Rudy I know it wasn’t easy pulling such a complicated multiple location shoot off. At the end of the semester no less, however, that’s exactly what each one of you did. Building camera dollies, adjusting lighting, pulling focus, color grading, and so much more in between you all made this video look flawless and I can’t thank you enough.
            To my actors, where do I even begin. I came up with an idea of being a make-shift cupid who brought people closer together through communication. A pretty broad and ambiguous idea, and yet each one of you hopped on board, cleared your schedules, waited in between takes, and gave it your everything. The audience may be lucky to get to see your performances, but I feel even luckier knowing that I have a whole team of talented, capable, and professional actors who were willing to put up with my antics and trust in the vision of such a quirky video. To Antoinette, Maxx, Evan, Jordan, Justin, Santiago, and my love Ido, thank you for your time, your talent, and your patience. I hope you enjoy this as much as I enjoyed working with you!
            I want to thank my family for believing in my music and artistic vision. Not too many people can say they have the support from their families that I do and there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t appreciate it, acknowledge it, and remain grateful for it.
            Shout out to my musical partner in crime Harrison Poe and the man behind the music Austin Armstrong. Without the song there’d be no video! 
            No go out and spread love through words, actions, and existence. This video hopefully shows that we’ve all got the ability to snap our fingers to get back on track with the ones we love and the ones we’ve forgotten how to understand. 
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    Been writing short stories and non-fiction essays for a couple years. Revising debut novel Borderline ahead of its release early next year.

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