I’m currently part of a group exhibition called “First Time” featuring predominantly artists of different disciplines from the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles. This the first time most of these artists are showcasing their work in Japan hence the title. The show was curated by Vanessa “Besame” Nguyen of Le Vanguard Art Collective. My original photographs in lithograph print are featured along with my “Reflecting Light: Japan” photo book. The exhibition is located at CEKAI Art Gallery in Meguro, Tokyo, Japan from June 8th to June 14th, 2024.
Elements of Style: Fashion Film Series
I’ve embarked on a unique fashion film series focusing on personal style and the philosophy behind it. The series in based primarily in Tokyo, Japan. Each episode highlights an actor or model showcasing and discussing their thoughts on fashion. The new series is posted here.
New ebook out now - The Art of Creative Photography
I am happy to present my first ebook on photography called The Art of Creative Photography. You can buy a digital copy of the ebook here: https://artofmichel.gumroad.com/l/theartofcreativephotography
Films Streaming on JARO!
Happy to announce that 3 of my films are now playing on the streaming platform, JARO! The films are I Am a God: Prologue (2018), Why the Fools Dance (2018), and The Slow Burn (2020). These were all passion projects made with crews that believed in them! Support independent film by subscribing to JARO and watching my films along with others today.
ASC Vision Mentorship Program
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve been accepted into the ASC Vison Mentorship Program! My mentor will be the master cinematographer: John Simmons, ASC! I’m honored and grateful for the learn from one of the greats in the art of cinematography! I hope to gain more insight and invaluable knowledge that I can advance the art I love so much! Stay tuned!
New Work in Japan
I’m happy to announce that I am now based in Japan and looking forward to exciting new work! It’s always been a dream of mine to live and work in the land of the rising sun! I’ve mostly been taking photographs for creative inspiration while brainstorming on the next projects. Just stay tuned because there will much more to come!
Juneteenth: Legacy and Liberation
New short film highlighting the legacy of Juneteenth and what it means for a modern day family. See the full film here:
A FILM ABOUT FRIDA KAHLO
I was commissioned back in August of this year to direct a film about the iconic Frida Kahlo through an exhibit at the de Young museum in San Francisco, California. The result is delicate film highlighting the great artist’s life and work. The film will be officially released on October 21st but there will be a special event showcasing the film on October 8th. Find more info at the de Young’s website!
2 SUCCESSFUL SCREENINGS OF 'THE SLOW BURN'!
I had the honor of screening The Slow Burn at this year’s Oakland International Film Festival and another grassroots film festival, Fruitvale Film Series. The film was well received by audiences and I look forward to having more screenings of the film! Stay tuned.
OFFICIAL TRAILER FOR 'JUNIOR' RELEASED!
I had the pleasure of collaborating in the cinematography of JUNIOR, a new film by Jehnovah Carlisle. Check out the new trailer here. This is my latest collaboration with Jehnovah since his last film, THE MAN WHO FEARED. I’m looking forward to having audiences engage with this new work.
