“Artshow” By Jess Dunn
Beyond the Short Official Premiere
A virtual gallery that gives access to art alongside the artist, curated around the theme of Identity. This docu-series shares individuals' process around creation.
Episode 1 features Ajani Russell (they/them) and their piece, Alter Egos and Inner Demons #6 2021-22. Ajani speaks to how creation helped them communicate and overcome inauthenticity.
Episode 2 features Jaya Kang (she/her) and her piece, Human Enough: Alienation at home 2022. Jaya talks about the potential of creative collaboration and the power of movement in informing identity.
Episode 3 features Josh Cloud (he/him) and his piece, Plautus Copes with His Place Within The Evils of the Art Marker [aka Clown Seeking Cash Pig] 2022. Josh shares his point of view on what it means for him to be an artist today.
Episode 4 features Steve Kelly (he/him) and his piece, Horror Show, 2021. Steve focuses on the power of physical space and how limitations influence art.
Episode 5 features Charlotte Zhang and her piece, Hospital Scene 2022. Charlotte speaks to identity not just as one personal definition, but as a collective.
FROM THE DIRECTOR
"The highlight of this project was the discovery that came through process. My original pitch to Daydream changed by the final product, thanks to my collaborators. Each artist brought a unique point of view that came across not only in their work, but through their words and physicality within the space. It would have been criminal not to share. The crew showed up with equal parts personality and expertise to execute the vision and transport the look to a new place. I intend to carry the energy around Artshow into Season 2.”
- Jess Dunn
Credits
Artists
Ajani Russell // @ajvni
Jaya Kang // @jayakang
Josh Cloud // @boshyboi
Steve Kelly // @stevekellyart
Charlotte Zhang // @charlottezhoujiazhang
Director // Jess Dunn // @ajobwelldunn
Production // Daydream Studios // @daydreamstudios
Executive Producer // Gabriel Molton // @gabriel_molton
Executive Creative Director // Johnny Mabie // @rocket.mane
Curator // Ajani Russell // @ajvni
Producer // Mikey Errante // @mikeyerrante
Creative Producer // Bora Lee // @borakyungmin
Director of Photography // Jack Nitz // @jacknitz
Gaffer // Ryan Silber // @ryansilber
Key Grip // Christian Mejia
Still Photographer // Josie Farrior // @josie_elle
Editor // Matt Maltese // @matt.maltese
Scripting // Emily Delaney // @_emilydelaney
Assistant Editor // Mads Engel // @haha_mybad
Color // Jack Nitz // @jacknitz
Music // The National Park Service
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