Saw the new Karate Kid movie a couple weeks ago and I have to say I wasn’t that impressed. It wasn’t really bad, but it didn’t really inspire me the way I remember being inspired by the first version. (Is it particularly telling that I was old enough to watch movies when the first version was released?) In any case, what is pretty inspiring is master Gary Douglas at Tri-State TaeKwon-Do.
I wasn’t sure what to expect when we sat down for this Spotlite Profile interview. Maybe a lot of talk about physical fitness and mental toughness – the fight mentality. And while there’s no doubt that Gary Douglas could kick my butt, what I discovered was a humble, low-key guy who puts the well-being of his students above self-promotion – or anything else for that matter. Like I said, inspiring. Check it out:
Spotlite Profile – Tri-State TaeKwon-Do from David Bark on Vimeo.
by on Aug 20th, 2010. 1 Comment
One of the coolest aspects of my job is the learning potential on every different project. One week I might be filming in a glass production facility and the next I might be documenting the training regimen of a semi-pro football team. Whatever the case may be, as a video producer its important that I grasp the fundamentals to ensure a coherent video. What’s really cool is when I’m afforded the opportunity to take what I’ve learned and use it in my daily life.
Now, for the most part, my culinary endeavors have been limited to either “brown a pound of ground beef and add some stuff,” or “throw it in the oven at 350 for an hour.” After this project, however, I’m more determined than ever to broaden my horizons in the kitchen.
Danny Wassmund is an up and comer is the world of culinary excellence. In this video he walks us through the process of creating an elegant yet deceptively simple meal, and I can personally testify that the results were fantastic! Aside from the Harissa, which I’d never heard of, he’s using common ingredients and a few secret techniques to put together a pretty impressive meal.
by on Aug 21st, 2010. Comment