Ownthelight

05/19/2026

I almost said no to the thing that changed my entire career.
Years ago I was “just a photographer.” Knew how to frame a shot, light a scene, work with a model, and that was the box I lived in. Then a friend asked me to direct. My first answer? Absolutely not.
Here’s what I learned when I said yes anyway:
Your real skill isn’t your medium. It’s the way you see.
The framing, the lighting, the eye for story, that travels. Photographer to director. Editor to creative director. Designer to founder. The label you gave yourself isn’t a ceiling unless you let it be.
So if there’s a project that scares you a little — pitch it. Direct the commercial. Shoot the campaign. Take the leap. You probably already have what you need.
Now go push yourself.

📍 Filmmaker + creative director based in Southern California

04/27/2026

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Client: Volcon
Shot with Dima Kovalchuk

10/12/2025

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12/27/2023

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12/12/2023

First ever campaign for 💙

12/09/2023

Storytelling is about bringing your ideas to life. Having a team with a well of experience is so important! Let’s connect: [email protected]

07/14/2022

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5G9QLBAloZ4

Time. Quite possibly the most under-appreciated and over-observed concept we have invented. In this video, we tested what it would feel like to not have the concept of time and operate our lives as if we didn’t have a clock to keep track of. No matter if you’re a punctual person or not, it definitely got out of hand. Check out what we experienced as we removed clocks from our lives for a full 72 hours.

Time. Quite possibly the most under-appreciated and over-observed concept we have invented. In this video, we tested what it would feel like to not have the ...

07/06/2022

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8otl-3uBj9I

Every so often, I’m shook at how people do their jobs. Filmmaking is an art, and filmmakers are always looking to innovate their craft, and this video shows how the production world has raised the bar. From building miniature sets to advanced drone flying techniques, we’re diving in to check out how cool some job qualifications can be.

Every so often, I’m shook at how people do their jobs. Filmmaking is an art, and filmmakers are always looking to innovate their craft, and this video shows ...

06/07/2022

Have you ever seen a magician perform? They make us believe in things that are not real. And even though we know it's not true, Our minds are captivated and taken on a momentary journey that alters reality. well Hollywood is kind of like this too - making sure people keep watching commercials, shows, and movies by creating amazing visuals which attract more and more viewers everyday! Some call it Movie Magic, some call it deception… let’s take a closer look!

Have you ever seen a magician perform? They make us believe in things that are not real. And even though we know it's not true, Our minds are captivated and ...

05/21/2022

The full Video just went up 😂💀 check this side by side test out! On our channel Now 😜😈 youtube.com/OWNTHELIGHT

05/02/2022

Looking for ways to be a better editor? Shortcuts, hotkeys, and an understanding of your editing program is the best place to start. Editing can be dense and its techniques can be extensive, so I figured I'd put myself through the verbal ringer and explain some of the helpful shortcuts that we use in-house to being a more efficient editor. Check out this video to get an understanding on how to utilize your software and hotkeys to edit faster!

Looking for ways to be a better editor? Shortcuts, hotkeys, and an understanding of your editing program is the best place to start. Editing can be dense and...