Documentaries
The Cokeville Documentary
Cokeville, Wyoming — Community Documentary
In June 2026, I had the opportunity to document the story of Cokeville, Wyoming through the people who know the community best. I interviewed local elders and the mayor, giving them the space to share their memories, perspectives, and personal experiences of how Cokeville has changed over the years. The documentary focuses on the history, character, and sense of community that make Cokeville special, allowing the people who have lived it to tell the story in their own words. The goal was to create an honest snapshot of a small Wyoming community and preserve some of the stories and voices that help define it.
The South Valley Orchestra Documentary
South Valley Orchestra
In March 2026, I had the opportunity to document the South Valley Orchestra in Salt Lake City, Utah, as they prepared for their first recital. Led by Maestro Sergio Frias, this classical guitar orchestra brought together musicians with a shared passion for the instrument and the experience of performing together. The documentary follows the preparation leading up to their first recital, capturing rehearsals, the dedication of the musicians, and the work that goes into building something new as an ensemble. The goal was to give an honest look at the people and passion behind South Valley Orchestra and preserve the story of their beginning.
Logan Utah Fiber Art Exhibition
Logan Utah Fiber Art Exhibition
I had the opportunity to document the Logan Utah Fiber Art Exhibition, hosted at The Logan Gallery in Logan, Utah. The exhibition brought together a collection of artists working with fiber, textiles, and other forms of textile-based art, showcasing the creativity and craftsmanship behind each piece. The documentary captures the exhibition, the artists and their work, and the atmosphere surrounding the event, giving viewers a closer look at the people and creative process behind the artwork. The goal was to preserve the experience of the exhibition while highlighting the unique and often intricate work of the artists involved.
Pillarfest
Pillarfest — Behind the Festival
I had the opportunity to document Pillarfest, a music festival hosted by The Pillar in Joplin, Missouri. The documentary follows the festival from beginning to end, going behind the scenes to show the people, preparation, problems, and little moments that make an event like this actually happen. Along the way, I interviewed bands, attendees, and the people working behind the scenes, capturing the personality and energy of the festival from multiple perspectives. Rather than taking a traditional documentary approach, the film was shot with a comedic and ironic style, playing with the unexpected moments and personalities that come with putting on a full day of live music.
Visual Music
Visual Music
Visual Music is a documentary project centered around the Logan, Utah music scene, presented through a show hosted by The Logan Gallery. The project explores the musicians, artists, and creative community that make up Logan’s local music culture, giving viewers a look at the people and stories behind the scene. Rather than simply documenting the performances, the film focuses on the connection between music, visual art, and the community surrounding them, creating a portrait of Logan’s creative scene through the people who are part of it.
The Vagrant Mystics Documentary
The Vagrant Mystics
The Vagrant Mystics follows the Utah-based band as they prepare for their first official show after months of practice, planning, and preparation. The documentary offers a behind-the-scenes look at the work that goes into building a band before stepping onto the stage, from rehearsals and preparation to the anticipation of finally performing together. At its core, the film is about the people behind the music and the excitement, nerves, and dedication that come with reaching that first major milestone.
Harmonyfest
Harmonyfest
Harmonyfest is a documentary exploring the music scene of Joplin, Missouri, through the people and musicians who help shape it. Shot during the festival, the film captures the energy of the event while looking beyond the performances to the community surrounding the music. Through performances, conversations, and moments throughout the festival, the documentary highlights the different artists, personalities, and connections that make Joplin’s music scene unique. Rather than focusing solely on the festival itself, Harmonyfest serves as a snapshot of a local music community and the people keeping it alive.
Consultant
Consultant
Consultant follows a lecture by Mark Lunt, owner of The Cache Bar, as he discusses his perspective on the challenges, conflicts, and concerns surrounding the Downtown Alliance and its role in the Cache Valley business community. The documentary captures Lunt’s discussion of local business, community relationships, and what he believes are larger problems within the organizations and systems that influence downtown businesses. Rather than presenting a single definitive perspective, the film documents the lecture as a record of one individual’s experience and viewpoint within the local business community.
The Crawl Space Halloween Special
The Crawl Space Halloween Special
The Crawl Space Halloween Special documents a Halloween music show hosted by The Crawl Space in Joplin, Missouri. The film captures the atmosphere of the night, from the music and performances to the costumes, crowd, and unpredictable moments that come with a Halloween show. Rather than simply documenting the bands on stage, the project focuses on the overall experience of the event and the community surrounding it, creating a snapshot of Joplin’s music scene through one strange, energetic Halloween night.
Faye
Faye
Faye follows Utah musician, singer, and songwriter Baylee Scribner, known as Faye, as she prepares to release her long-awaited album. The documentary goes beyond the music itself, exploring the experiences, inspirations, and moments in her life that helped shape the album. Through conversations and behind-the-scenes moments, Faye reflects on the stories and emotions behind the songs while preparing to finally share the project with the world. The film offers an intimate look at the person behind the music and the journey that led to the creation of an album years in the making.
417 Mud Baby
417 Mud Baby
417 Mud Baby follows Mason Bartlett as he reflects on what it means to be a “Mud Baby” — someone born and raised in Neosho, Missouri. Through a satirical and intentionally ironic lens, the film turns a personal story about growing up in the 417 into a larger commentary on youth, culture, and the strange realities of growing up in America. Equal parts documentary and comedic experiment, 417 Mud Baby uses humor, exaggeration, and local personality to explore what it means to come of age in a rapidly changing world.
Third Thursday
Payton Cron vs Third Thursday
Payton Cron vs Third Thursday follows Payton Cron as they explore Third Thursday, a monthly community event held in Joplin, Missouri. Shot a few weeks before Halloween, the documentary takes Payton into the event to interview attendees and get their perspectives on the people, culture, and atmosphere surrounding Third Thursday. Through conversations and observations throughout the night, the film captures a snapshot of Joplin’s local community and the personalities that make the event what it is.
A Night At The Pillar
A Night At The Pillar
A Night At The Pillar takes viewers inside a DIY house venue in Joplin, Missouri, where local bands come together to play shows in the basement of a home. The film offers a raw and unfiltered look at the DIY music scene, capturing the energy, imperfections, and intimacy that make these spaces different from traditional venues. Beyond the music itself, the documentary explores the importance of local shows and the communities that form around them, showing how a small basement can become a meaningful place for musicians, friends, and people looking for somewhere to belong.