ST PETE BREATHES 002
The idea behind starting the “Breathes” series was to focus on cities and towns, highlighting the culture that makes each place special. It’s always about the people — their upbringing, hobbies, interests, goals, ambitions, and the places where they come together. These elements form a unique culture and give every place its reason for being worth living in.
For this short episode, I was lucky to have @__coachcaleb__ be so down and patient throughout the process. From the early mornings and the strange camera rigs to the light setups in small spaces — we made it work. In between shots, I got to know one of the most driven and down-to-earth people this town has ever seen. The saying “he’s going places” is an understatement. I’m just happy to have been part of the journey.
Today feels like a great day to finally post this project. It has officially made its rounds, and I’m happy to share it here.
DOGFIGHT: In this film, we follow Jacob Raine as he fights to earn his place in The American the most prestigious event in professional bareback rodeo. Massive thanks to @prca_prorodeo for granting us access to film across all the rodeo arenas. It was an honor to document a culture so deeply rooted in passion, grit, and resilience. There’s something powerful in the rodeo spirit the grit, the pursuit, the passion. Every rider brings a story and we are honored for the opportunity to help tell it.Â
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Full video in the vimeo page in my bio.
Production: @trueindependentstudio
The man: @jacob_raine
Director & DP: Jonathan Garcia
Additional Cinematography & Editor:@felpsworld
Audio: @daseaniii
Special thanks to
@rockin_k_rodeo@prca_prorodeo@oldfortdaysrodeo@crossettridingclub
I had an amazing time filming with @_marcithephotographer in the span of 4 separate days, not including when we started talking about making this video a few months back. It’s not a given for someone to open up and trust someone’s else’s concept, specially with the task of telling her story, and I’m thankful for the trust she’s given me.
Tampa Bay is alive. It’s full of culture, and it’s something I hope to highlight under the “Tampa Breathes” series from here onwards.
Shout out to everyone that helped make this possible:
Photo & Video studio: @wtrcooler.studio
Graphics: @mapiripa
Drone: @tampabayphotographer
Talent: @ohheyitsrena & @dreamyrealism
Well, it was a fun couple days with @roundhouse_creative@tampabayphotographer@felpsworld here in Panama City. We captured some amazing things and kept the good vibes going. #videoproduction #productionlife #filmproduction
Creative Pinellas is awarding $60,000 in National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants to six incredible local artists as part of America250, the national celebration recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States.
This investment will support bold, community-driven projects that will spark conversation, creativity, and connection — inviting us all to reflect on America’s past, engage with its present, and imagine its future.
👏 Meet the 2026 Creative Pinellas NEA Artists:
• Vanessa Cunto (Visual Art)
• Tyler Gillespie (Arts Education)
• Dave and Heather Hamar (Music Composition & Performance)
• Erica Sutherlin (Film)
• Kirk Ke Wang (Sculptural Art)
• Felipe Zamudio (Film)
Starting this summer and throughout 2026, these artists will present original, inspiring programs across the county. They are working with community partners to support their work, including Heritage Village Museum and Park, Greenlight Cinema, Toftegaard Design, Articles Gallery, The St. Pete City Theatre, President Barack Obama Main Library, and The Studio@620 .
Click link in bio to learn more, and stay tuned for more announcements about each project!
#CreativePinellas #NEA #America250 #pinellascountyfl #pinellasarts
@neaarts
The frames, stories, late nights - it’s all coming together on my website now. Grateful beyond words for the journey so far, the real village behind every project.
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A few clips from recent culinary work 🎥. It’s always a great time working with a talented team and delicious food 🍲 filmed on the 35mm & 50mm @dzofilm Vespid primes ✨
A deep breath for a year that took my career to a new height. I’m grateful to have taken all the risk and I can’t imagine any success if it wasn’t for the people that have been by my side through it all. 2025 was big. But not as big as 2026.
Guitar shots on @dzofilm 35mm & 50mm 🎥