I want my mini doc to center around a Harlem based artist from the Calabar Gallery. I want an artist specifically from this gallery because the gallery showcases contemporary African artists and African diaspora artists globally. It would be great to capture one of these artists who are often underrepresented in their zone creating Black art. I have spoken to a woman at the Frederick Douglas BLVD gallery location who gave me permission to record during my 10-shot sequence video. I intend to capture shots of the artist moving throughout Harlem, the artists’ work in the gallery, the artist in his/her own apartment or space or a studio (whatever is most comfortable for them).
My idea for a narrative arc is the challenges this person faces as a Black artist, especially as the pandemic still lingers. I would like to capture this person in some intimate life moments, capture them interacting with on-lookers in the gallery, as well as moments with the people close to them. I want to capture what inspires them and shoot them leading up to the next gallery showcase (They are monthly). I believe I can complete this doc in two to three months.
For a backup idea, I have a friend who wants me to help their friend with a video to promote their barbershop business. I envision me recording some great in actions shots of him working. As far as a narrative arc, I would have to find out what this barber has going on or what he is looking forward to… something what would be interesting to follow him around to see completed.