Harbor House of Louisville is a non-profit dedicated to empowering individuals of all ages and abilities through inclusive, intergenerational programs. This goal of this video, shown at their August 2024 fundraising breakfast, was to raise awareness about Harbor House’s social mission to care for adults with disabilities on all levels — mind, body, spirit — and to create a call to action for individuals to support the advancement of Harbor House.
A profile of folk artist Tad DeSanto, highlighting his creative journey and the transformative power of art in later life. This video was commisionned as part of PBS Next Avenue's collaboration with the E.A. Michelson Art & Community Project.
PBS Next Avenue: In Motion
In late 2020, PBS's Next Avenue commissioned a series of short videos to accompany the In Motion photographic series, a collaborative project with photographer Heidi Wagner that celebrates the creativity and resilience of older adults. The In Motion series features intimate portraits and stories of individuals aged 55 and older who are actively engaged in artistic pursuits, illustrating how creative expression can enrich lives at any age. The accompanying videos delve deeper into these personal narratives, offering viewers a dynamic glimpse into the subjects' artistic processes and the profound impact of art on their well-being. This multimedia initiative underscores the transformative power of creativity in fostering purpose and connection in later life.
This sizzle reel was commissioned for Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops, a program that helps the aging population discover and share their personal stories through guided writing experiences that promote self-expression, connection, and healing.