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Building a working Washington: Twelve years of progress under the Inslee Administration
Building a working Washington: Twelve years of progress under the Inslee Administration
I'm proud to present the award winning documentary, "Building a Working Washington" highlighting the Inslee Administration's transformative 12-year tenure into a compelling 55-minute narrative.
Joby (Chief of Staff) and I interviewed over 25 people, and while many stories landed on the cutting room floor, this documentary captures the essence of Washington's progress during a period of unprecedented change, from groundbreaking climate initiatives to nation-leading social justice policies; it was truly an honor and a privilege to capture history for the future generations to come.
35 years of Celebration
35 years of Celebration
Despite the snowfall, the Tacoma showed up in full force to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Lincoln District’s Lunar New Year Festival! This year’s event was extra special—not only did we honor the festival’s founders, Lee Lee and Lisa, for their dedication to keeping this tradition alive, but for the first time ever, Washington State officially recognized Lunar New Year as a state holiday!
Read all about it: https://www.thenewstribune.com/entertainment/restaurants/tnt-diner/article298973780.html
Fright Nights at Playland/PNE Fair in Vancouver, BC
Fright Nights at Playland/PNE Fair in Vancouver, BC
Welcome to Fright Nights!! It was our first time experiencing live scare actors, and we were not disappointed! Fright Nights is a truly terrifying experience, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a good scare.
Oak Alley Plantation
Oak Alley Plantation
In Louisiana, on the west bank of the Mississippi River, sits the historic Oak Alley Plantation, nestled in the community of Vacherie, St. James Parish.
For 12 years, Spaceworks Tacoma has been a pillar of support for artists and creative entrepreneurs in Tacoma. What began as a downtown window filled with art has turned into a suite of programs that empower creatives to grow as professionals.
I had the opportunity to film Spaceworks Alumni for CACHET - A Fundraiser for Spaceworks and Tacoma’s Creative Economy.
Stocklist Goods & Gifts is a charming gift shop in downtown Tacoma that has become a popular destination since it opened in 2016. Liz Van Dyke, Spaceworks alum and owner, tells us how Spaceworks Tacoma helped her dream become a reality.
Tacoma-based artist Nori Kimura tells us how he overcame the pandemic's challenges with Spaceworks Tacoma's support.
The Painting Panda Pottery Studio was inspired by co-owner Noelle Wilson's passion for pottery painting. Noelle had enjoyed the fun and relaxation of her hobby since college. Most importantly, she appreciated how the activity brought people together - it gave her a sense of community. Noelle explains in this video how she and her husband and co-founder, Herschel, started the Painting Panda Pottery Studio and found community through Spaceworks Tacoma.
One of my favorite things about working at PLU is how much I've learned from the students. I met Ricky when he was a junior at PLU and was impressed with his background and experience so I asked him if he'd like to tell his story - this is what we came up with.
Ricky Haneda '22, a Japanese international student, share his experience at an American international school in Japan, how he decided to attend PLU, and how PLU has shaped his path toward a psychology major and a career in mental health and wellness.
I had the honor of documenting the Puyallup Tribe's c'abid (camas) harvest at Pacific Lutheran University.
I'm very proud to play a part in this film. Watch the full film here: FLOAT
Float is a short film set in mid 1990s Seattle, following the day-to-day trials and tribulations of Cambodian-American hustler Rocky Mang. Still living at home with his family, Rocky spends his days cruising the streets of Seattle, slanging cheap goods on the corner as he struggles to help his family make ends meet. His days are a hazy wash of grinding and hustling, only broken by his persistent attempts to convince a local barista named Jenni-Mo Day to go on a date.
Directed by: Tristan Seniuk
Co-Director: Voleak Sip
Producer: Zack Tupper
Our Tacoma
The Lincoln Business District is the most diverse commercial district in Tacoma Washington. With a variety of family-owned businesses ranging from Vietnamese restaurants to Mexican bakeries, we explore the changing landscape and Tacoma's effort to revitalize the area into a more accessible area for the community to gather.
A team of filmmakers interviews Bambu Tacoma, Taqueria La Fondita, Uncle Thurms Finger Licking Ribs & Chicken, and Lincoln Hardware for their insight on the area, the revitalization, and what it takes to be a successful business in the diverse community that is the Lincoln District.
All music in this video are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution license and sourced from the YouTube Audio Library.
Write253 | The Invisible Sidewalk Poetry Project
Write253 partnered with Roosevelt Elementary, the City of Tacoma Environmental Services, and the Office of Arts and Cultural Vitality to present Invisible Sidewalk Poetry. Poems by students at Roosevelt were applied on the sidewalk at E. 40th St. in Tacoma and invisible until it is revealed by the rain.
It was a pleasure to learn about Write253 and the positive impact they have on our community.
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