In Association with ReadySetDC
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Solar Decathlon: Powered by the Sun
Co-Producer, Shooter, Editor - Collaboration w/ Steven Greenstreet
Monday, October 12, 2009
Thursday, October 1, 2009
PARK(ing) Day! User-Generated Urbanism
Producer, Shooter, Editor
It's called PARK(ing) Day! Citizen Activists around the globe turn parking spaces into mini-parks for a day to demonstrate the need for more urban green space. The annual event is organized online, but staged offline in dozens of cities on every continent around the world. It's a demonstration of the power of social media and international collaborative activism... and a great way to have fun and relax.
It's called PARK(ing) Day! Citizen Activists around the globe turn parking spaces into mini-parks for a day to demonstrate the need for more urban green space. The annual event is organized online, but staged offline in dozens of cities on every continent around the world. It's a demonstration of the power of social media and international collaborative activism... and a great way to have fun and relax.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Empire State Re-Building
Producer, Director, Editor
If a building as old and tall as the Empire State Building can save 40% of its energy with a few simple upgrades then so can the rest of us. For this video, I traveled to Manhattan for a behind-the-scenes tour of our nation's most symbolic effort to answer the challenges of climate change.
If a building as old and tall as the Empire State Building can save 40% of its energy with a few simple upgrades then so can the rest of us. For this video, I traveled to Manhattan for a behind-the-scenes tour of our nation's most symbolic effort to answer the challenges of climate change.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Say Word.
Producer, Director, Editor
This latest project takes us on stage at Busboys & Poets, where owner Andy Shallal provides a space for free speech and open mic poetry. Andy was born in Iraq and immigrated to the U.S. to start a new life, open awesome restaurants, and remind us what our founding principles are all about.
This latest project takes us on stage at Busboys & Poets, where owner Andy Shallal provides a space for free speech and open mic poetry. Andy was born in Iraq and immigrated to the U.S. to start a new life, open awesome restaurants, and remind us what our founding principles are all about.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
In West Philadelphia, Born and Raced...
Producer, Director, Editor
When I was in high school, I co-founded the Industrial Design Club. We worked on a lot of projects, including Chrysler's "Design Your Dream Car" competition. But all that pales in comparison to what these kids from West Philly are doing!
Check out the video I produced for America.gov, and you'll quickly realize that these kids are tapping their creativity and passion to run energy-efficient circles around the competition... and, by competition, I mean GM, Ford, Chrysler... and pretty much everyone else.
Read more about the amazing West Philly Hybrid X Team.
When I was in high school, I co-founded the Industrial Design Club. We worked on a lot of projects, including Chrysler's "Design Your Dream Car" competition. But all that pales in comparison to what these kids from West Philly are doing!
Check out the video I produced for America.gov, and you'll quickly realize that these kids are tapping their creativity and passion to run energy-efficient circles around the competition... and, by competition, I mean GM, Ford, Chrysler... and pretty much everyone else.
Read more about the amazing West Philly Hybrid X Team.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Strength Comes from Within
Director, Shooter, Editor, Motion Graphics
Done with AU classes! This was my final project for Motion Graphics II. It was a pretty involved process - from storyboard, to shooting, editing, graphic design, animation... a hard drive crash... taking a few steps back... finishing! whew! But it was worth it.
Got lots of help from lululemon employees - especially the very strong and very patient Kristen Neishi - and shot the video at the lululemon studio in Georgetown.
Collaborated on graphics with Kiril Tchangov - kirilot.com
And used a great track from the always-solid Aligning Minds - aligningminds.com
Featured on lululemon.com -- CLICK to read the article!
Done with AU classes! This was my final project for Motion Graphics II. It was a pretty involved process - from storyboard, to shooting, editing, graphic design, animation... a hard drive crash... taking a few steps back... finishing! whew! But it was worth it.
Got lots of help from lululemon employees - especially the very strong and very patient Kristen Neishi - and shot the video at the lululemon studio in Georgetown.
Collaborated on graphics with Kiril Tchangov - kirilot.com
And used a great track from the always-solid Aligning Minds - aligningminds.com
Featured on lululemon.com -- CLICK to read the article!
Monday, May 11, 2009
Reel 2009 (so far)
Director, Shooter, Editor, Motion Graphics
It feels like the year just started! But since we're already halfway through, I thought I'd present a reel of my work from the past few months... Also, it was an assignment for my motion graphics class (aka my last class EVER), so that also helped me get motivated.
It feels like the year just started! But since we're already halfway through, I thought I'd present a reel of my work from the past few months... Also, it was an assignment for my motion graphics class (aka my last class EVER), so that also helped me get motivated.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Recharging Transportation
Producer, Shooter, Editor
My latest video - For America.gov
This was truly the best production experience I've ever had. Southern California. Electric Cars. Shooting HD. What's not to love?
My latest video - For America.gov
This was truly the best production experience I've ever had. Southern California. Electric Cars. Shooting HD. What's not to love?
Friday, February 20, 2009
Anna U. Davis | "Bullseye"
Director, Shooter, Editor
Anna U. Davis is a super-talented and laid back DC artist. It's incredible how much effort and detail goes into each of her paintings (thousands of little magazine squares for each piece... and that's just the background!). Plus she's saying something with her work. This short profile I put together just barely scratches the surface... So try to stop by her show at Longview this month to see for yourself.
Opening on Saturday night (2/21) at Longview Gallery.
Anna U. Davis is a super-talented and laid back DC artist. It's incredible how much effort and detail goes into each of her paintings (thousands of little magazine squares for each piece... and that's just the background!). Plus she's saying something with her work. This short profile I put together just barely scratches the surface... So try to stop by her show at Longview this month to see for yourself.
Opening on Saturday night (2/21) at Longview Gallery.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Scion Turns Five - Live Art Event
Director, Shooter, Editor
Scion celebrates its fifth year on the east coast with a live multimedia art event in Baltimore.
Another great event organized by the guys at X Culture and 88 DC. Also cool because it was my first production in my new favorite city, Baltimore (South Brooklyn)... and I just happen to drive a Scion tC myself. Sometimes worlds collide with pleasant results.
Oh! This was also the maiden voyage for my new toy: the pocket-sized Kodak Zi6. You can witness its power as the "DJ Booth Cam" and in the final shot from the hip: the BMore smokestack from the passenger seat of my car. That was all Kiril.
Scion celebrates its fifth year on the east coast with a live multimedia art event in Baltimore.
Another great event organized by the guys at X Culture and 88 DC. Also cool because it was my first production in my new favorite city, Baltimore (South Brooklyn)... and I just happen to drive a Scion tC myself. Sometimes worlds collide with pleasant results.
Oh! This was also the maiden voyage for my new toy: the pocket-sized Kodak Zi6. You can witness its power as the "DJ Booth Cam" and in the final shot from the hip: the BMore smokestack from the passenger seat of my car. That was all Kiril.
Friday, December 12, 2008
D. Billy | Site Interventionist
Director, Shooter, Editor
Artist Profile: D. Billy
www.dbilly.com
Collaboration with Josh Solomon
Music: YACHT "I Love a Computer"
Camera: Sony EX-1
Shot entirely on location in Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York
As seen on Juxtapoz
"Check out this video made by Brandon Bloch because it’s a fun, silent narrative and we dig the editing job." -- Juxtapoz, Dec. 2008
You know it! Thanks, Juxtapoz.
Winner - Best Editing - 2009 Visions Award
Official Selection - Bumbershoot/SIFF Film Festival 2009
Official Selection - Flik Festival 2009 - Presented by Art Whino Gallery
Artist Profile: D. Billy
www.dbilly.com
Collaboration with Josh Solomon
Music: YACHT "I Love a Computer"
Camera: Sony EX-1
Shot entirely on location in Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York
As seen on Juxtapoz
"Check out this video made by Brandon Bloch because it’s a fun, silent narrative and we dig the editing job." -- Juxtapoz, Dec. 2008
You know it! Thanks, Juxtapoz.
Winner - Best Editing - 2009 Visions Award
Official Selection - Bumbershoot/SIFF Film Festival 2009
Official Selection - Flik Festival 2009 - Presented by Art Whino Gallery
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Yes We Did!
Shooter
What a difference 40 years makes! In 1968, the intersection of 14th and U in DC was the epicenter of race riots following MLK's assassination. 40 years later, 14th and U was ground zero for celebration as people of every race came together to mark a historic event: The U.S. electing our first black president!
I was fortunate enough to be working that night... helping shoot this video for the U.S. Dept. of State/ America.gov. We hopped from bar to bar on U Street, interviewing a bunch of enthusiastic young people. And found ourselves in historic Ben's Chili Bowl when the results actually came in! Then it was out onto the streets for a night of partying. The common theme of the night was optimism as we all look toward reclaiming America's promise.
What a difference 40 years makes! In 1968, the intersection of 14th and U in DC was the epicenter of race riots following MLK's assassination. 40 years later, 14th and U was ground zero for celebration as people of every race came together to mark a historic event: The U.S. electing our first black president!
I was fortunate enough to be working that night... helping shoot this video for the U.S. Dept. of State/ America.gov. We hopped from bar to bar on U Street, interviewing a bunch of enthusiastic young people. And found ourselves in historic Ben's Chili Bowl when the results actually came in! Then it was out onto the streets for a night of partying. The common theme of the night was optimism as we all look toward reclaiming America's promise.
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Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Current TV Gallery
Curator, Shooter
I was commissioned by Current TV to curate and shoot a series on the DC area's emerging art scene. So far, 17 interviews have been shot on a great range of artists. They'll be shown on Current.com and on cable TV. Here are some highlights from the series:
I was commissioned by Current TV to curate and shoot a series on the DC area's emerging art scene. So far, 17 interviews have been shot on a great range of artists. They'll be shown on Current.com and on cable TV. Here are some highlights from the series:
Thursday, July 10, 2008
X in DC - A Live Art Happening
Director, Shooter, Editor
June's edition of X in DC - A monthly live art happening put on by David Fogel and the crew at 88 Degrees. It's always a fun time, and doing the video this month was "a blast".
X = LIVE (PERFORMANCE + ART + PROJECTIONS + ELECTRONICA + FASHION) + YOU!
www.xindc.tv
June's edition of X in DC - A monthly live art happening put on by David Fogel and the crew at 88 Degrees. It's always a fun time, and doing the video this month was "a blast".
X = LIVE (PERFORMANCE + ART + PROJECTIONS + ELECTRONICA + FASHION) + YOU!
www.xindc.tv
Friday, May 30, 2008
DC Artist Profile: Scott G. Brooks
Director, Shooter, Editor
"Scott G Brooks is an artist currently residing in Washington DC who’s shown all over the country. Brooks currently has a solo show, Under the Skin (on view thru June 7th) at Long View Gallery in DC, exhibiting his detailed paintings with complex narratives, seeped in eerie moods. Of course, we can’t get enough!
Filmmaker Brandon Bloch recently completed this film on Brooks discussing his work, process, and inspiration. Make sure to check out more of Brooks’ work at www.scottgbrooks.com." -- Juxtapoz, May 2008.
Shot in HD on a Canon HV30.
Premiered at Long View Gallery in DC.
Featured on Juxtapoz
"Scott G Brooks is an artist currently residing in Washington DC who’s shown all over the country. Brooks currently has a solo show, Under the Skin (on view thru June 7th) at Long View Gallery in DC, exhibiting his detailed paintings with complex narratives, seeped in eerie moods. Of course, we can’t get enough!
Filmmaker Brandon Bloch recently completed this film on Brooks discussing his work, process, and inspiration. Make sure to check out more of Brooks’ work at www.scottgbrooks.com." -- Juxtapoz, May 2008.
Shot in HD on a Canon HV30.
Premiered at Long View Gallery in DC.
Featured on Juxtapoz
Ultimate Garage 30-Second Spot
Director, Co-Editor
A 30-second local ad for Fleming's Ultimate Garage in Rockville, Maryland.
Director - Brandon Bloch
Producer - Caleb Stewart
Dir. of Photography - Marc Alexander
Shot in HD on Panasonic HVX (P2)
A 30-second local ad for Fleming's Ultimate Garage in Rockville, Maryland.
Director - Brandon Bloch
Producer - Caleb Stewart
Dir. of Photography - Marc Alexander
Shot in HD on Panasonic HVX (P2)
DC Artist Profile: Billy Colbert
Director, Editor
These two shorts profile DC-based artist, Billy Colbert, as he works on two series of work from an abandoned warehouse studio at 14th and T streets, NW in Washington, DC. He has since had to vacate the space so the building can be developed into luxury condos. But these two pieces help preserve the history of this unique building, while also examining the process behind the artwork of Billy Colbert.
For more, visit www.billycolbert.com
These two shorts profile DC-based artist, Billy Colbert, as he works on two series of work from an abandoned warehouse studio at 14th and T streets, NW in Washington, DC. He has since had to vacate the space so the building can be developed into luxury condos. But these two pieces help preserve the history of this unique building, while also examining the process behind the artwork of Billy Colbert.
For more, visit www.billycolbert.com
Monday, January 14, 2008
Works in Progress
Co-Writer, Co-Director, Director of Photography
A short dramatic production by Brandon Bloch & Caleb Stewart
A short dramatic production by Brandon Bloch & Caleb Stewart
Monday, September 10, 2007
The Sketches "Sleeper" Music Video
Camera Operator, Motion Graphics
What did I do this summer? Among other things, I took a class on Music Video Production at AU. We worked with the amazing DC band The Sketches who commissioned us to make a video for their song "Sleeper".
My main contribution can be seen in the sunflower shots at the beginning and end (yup, those are my feet... and Kelly's lovely stems). I also animated of the growing flower. And I also shot the dolly shots of the band shedding their work clothes.
The video premiered at Jammin' Java on September 9. The band is touring up and down the east coast... and premiering three new videos along the way. Check out their myspace page for a schedule. I highly recommend checking them out!
What did I do this summer? Among other things, I took a class on Music Video Production at AU. We worked with the amazing DC band The Sketches who commissioned us to make a video for their song "Sleeper".
My main contribution can be seen in the sunflower shots at the beginning and end (yup, those are my feet... and Kelly's lovely stems). I also animated of the growing flower. And I also shot the dolly shots of the band shedding their work clothes.
The video premiered at Jammin' Java on September 9. The band is touring up and down the east coast... and premiering three new videos along the way. Check out their myspace page for a schedule. I highly recommend checking them out!
Monday, July 23, 2007
My Photos - A Living Collection
Visit my Flickr Photo Portfolio at http://www.flickr.com/photos/blochphotos/sets/ for a constantly updated look at where I'm going and what I'm shooting.
Photos are (mostly) taken with a Nikon D80.
Photos are (mostly) taken with a Nikon D80.
Monday, April 9, 2007
Will Rogers Institute PSA
Writer, Co-Director, Motion Graphics, Editor
In my Production II class (Spring 2007), we were awarded the opportunity to produce a PSA on Teen Asthma for the Will Rogers Institute. I Wrote and Co-Directed the PSA. As Writer, I worked on the script and created the storyboards - as well as concept sketches. In Post-Production, I edited the piece, sound mixed, designed and animated the motion graphics.
Here is the animated version of the original storyboard.
This is the concept sketch of the Super-Villain, "Asthma Man"... and how he looked in real life.
Here are some stills from the final version of the PSA.
The PSA has been televised throughout the country.
In my Production II class (Spring 2007), we were awarded the opportunity to produce a PSA on Teen Asthma for the Will Rogers Institute. I Wrote and Co-Directed the PSA. As Writer, I worked on the script and created the storyboards - as well as concept sketches. In Post-Production, I edited the piece, sound mixed, designed and animated the motion graphics.
Here is the animated version of the original storyboard.
This is the concept sketch of the Super-Villain, "Asthma Man"... and how he looked in real life.
Here are some stills from the final version of the PSA.
The PSA has been televised throughout the country.
Monday, February 5, 2007
Public Art, Private Parts
Director
A documentary on the "controversial" crocheted sculptures of Ming Yi Sung Zaleski. American University (2006)
Director - Brandon Bloch
Animation and Music - Brad Lambert
Editor - Mike Soucy
As Featured in The Washington Post, and Washington Post Express,The Washington Times, NBC4, WTOP News, and CNN.com
A documentary on the "controversial" crocheted sculptures of Ming Yi Sung Zaleski. American University (2006)
Director - Brandon Bloch
Animation and Music - Brad Lambert
Editor - Mike Soucy
As Featured in The Washington Post, and Washington Post Express,The Washington Times, NBC4, WTOP News, and CNN.com
Brandywine
A photo documentary series on Brandywine Auto Wrecking Yard - American University (2006)
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Plus, this portrait of my dad, Byron Bloch, who has devoted his life to fighting for safer vehicles as an Auto Safety Expert.
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Plus, this portrait of my dad, Byron Bloch, who has devoted his life to fighting for safer vehicles as an Auto Safety Expert.
How to Reheat a Chipotle Burrito
Writer, Director, Shooter, Editor
An ad submitted into Chipotle's 30-Seconds of Fame Competition - American University (2006)
An ad submitted into Chipotle's 30-Seconds of Fame Competition - American University (2006)
The Truck Underride Hazard
Writer, Director, Editor
A 3-minute short documentary on the truck underride hazard - (2006)
Probably the most exciting part of this project is the fact that it's been downloaded over 200,000 times on YouTube and is consistently watched by people throughout the country and the world. It's touched off a pretty strong debate as viewers leave their comments about the issue of truck underride.
A 3-minute short documentary on the truck underride hazard - (2006)
Probably the most exciting part of this project is the fact that it's been downloaded over 200,000 times on YouTube and is consistently watched by people throughout the country and the world. It's touched off a pretty strong debate as viewers leave their comments about the issue of truck underride.
BET Station ID & Lower Thirds
Motion Graphics Designer
A Station ID for BET and lower-thirds designs (keep your eye on the lower-right corner of the Janet Jackson video) - Corcoran College of Art + Design (2006).
A Station ID for BET and lower-thirds designs (keep your eye on the lower-right corner of the Janet Jackson video) - Corcoran College of Art + Design (2006).
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