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Cinematographer Ben Sturgulewski, Girdwood, Alaska

Interview with Filmmaker Ben Sturgulewski

Alaskan Filmmaker Ben Sturgulewski draws his inspiration from his love of the outdoors, so it’s no surprise that after spending some time in the lower 48, he took a risk and moved back to a tiny Alaskan town. The risk paid off and he’s been able to both stay busy with work and create a life that suits him well. In our conversation, we talk about why collaboration is key, how relinquishing control can reduce stress + why you should follow your own path.

Work by Cinematographer Ben Sturgulewski

Artist Showcase: Filmmaker Ben Sturgulewski

Artwork provided by the artist. NAME: Ben SturgulewskiOCCUPATIONS: Cinematographer, Director, Editor, Filmmaker, WriterLOCATION: Girdwood, Alaska, USAART: Instagram: @sturgegram | sturgefilm.com | Linkedin

Murray Wais, Executive Producer, Director, Filmmaker for Matchstick Productions / MSP Films

Interview with Director + Filmmaker Murray Wais

Matchstick Productions’ (MSP) partners Murray Wais, Steve Winter + Scott Gaffney have created some of the most important and groundbreaking ski films of all time. We sat down with Murray in MSP’s office in Crested Butte, Colorado, to talk about how they’re stayed relevant for 30 years, how they’ve navigated the digital revolution + how they’ve managed to maintain a healthy business partnership.

Murray Wais. Photo Blake Jorgenson

Artist Showcase: Director + Filmmaker Murray Wais

Artwork provided by the artist unless otherwise noted. NAME: Murray WaisOCCUPATIONS: Cinematographer, Director, Executive Producer LOCATION: Crested Butte, Colorado, USAART: skimovie.com | mspfilms.com

Josh Berman Showcase

Artist Showcase: Director + Filmmaker Josh Berman of Level 1 Productions

Artwork provided by the artist unless otherwise noted. NAME: Josh BermanOCCUPATIONS: Cinematographer, Director, Editor, Filmmaker, Owner, Producer LOCATION: Denver, Colorado, USAART: level1.us  | level1productions.com |  Instagram @level1

Josh Berman

Interview with Filmmaker + Director Josh Berman of Level 1 Productions

Being an independent filmmaker is not an easy path, but Josh Berman’s found a way to be in the business for 20 years. His path has been full of sacrifices + roadblocks, but his approaches to relationships and hiring, making financial decisions + prioritizing what matters has helped him to keep on keeping on.

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