by Camden Watts | Jul 13, 2014 | Directing, Distribution, Encouragement
I was clueless when I made my first feature-length film, Abandoned Allies. I had never made a film and knew nothing about distribution. Sharing my filmmaking experience with anyone willing to listen was the one thing I did understand. That’s how I built my fan...
by Camden Watts | Jul 10, 2014 | Creativity, Directing, Encouragement, Film, Learning
Earlier this week I was in Charlotte, N.C., for the Directing Motion workshop with Vincent Laforet. It was a full day of filmmaking, and I loved each minute of it. I’m still processing everything — on very little sleep. Before I go on, let me introduce you...
by Camden Watts | Jun 11, 2014 | Directing, Documentary, Film, Leading, Learning
My grandmother was an incredible woman. She was strong, smart, and gorgeous. She was a nurturing soul, too. Whenever we visited, my grandmother would offer us something to make us happy and comfortable. Anything in the kitchen was up for grabs: food, drinks, and...
by Camden Watts | May 30, 2014 | Directing, Documentary, Film, Travel
You know I just returned from a week-long vacation in Positano, Italy. I’m lucky to have married into a family that loves Positano, visits often, and has friends there. Because of them I sometimes get rare opportunities that other visitors might not. One night,...
by Camden Watts | Mar 28, 2014 | Directing, Documentary, Producing
Tomorrow we have another fun day of shooting lined up for my newest documentary film titled Brewconomy. We had a conference call last night with producers and crew to go over the details. I’m giddy already. The documentary is about the local craft beer movement...
by Camden Watts | Mar 24, 2014 | Acting, Directing, Encouragement, Inspiration, Kickstarter, Leading
This is the year I step outside my comfort zone. Not once or twice — or even a number I can count. But so frequently that the chaotic space that is “outside my comfort zone” becomes my new comfort zone. Here’s what I mean. One of the things...