I’m currently in-production on a new documentary project focusing on the farmers, researchers, politicians and business men and women that are reintroducing hemp back into Kentucky’s (post-coal and tobacco) economy. It’s a super exciting story to follow and watch the industry unfold. Kentucky’s history with […]
Last time we were back in West Virginia, we met up with our friends, Jonathan and Clara (Coat of Arms Post), to help film at the Swiss restaurant, the Hütte, in Helvetia. Jonathan and Clara have been working on a documentary project about Helvetia–Clara’s hometown–for a while now. I’m […]
I’m so incredibly honored to be put on this Southern Living magazine list of the 50 People Who are Changing the South in 2015. You gotta check out the lineup…they’re some seriously awesome people on the list. Being from West Virginia–weird Appalachian middle ground between […]
Thanks to the Magnum Foundation for having me as a guest back in October 2014. They just released the recorded presentation and following Q&A. If you’re interested in learning about the process of making HOLLOW, check it out! Also, check out all the other […]
My mom sent me this treasure the other via a text message. I was going about my day, but this made me stop. Wow…I thought. What an amazing document to just be texted into your life. It’s your blood line. Your family tree. Your roots. […]
We sold out of the first 100 t-shirts and have ordered more! If you place your order now, expect your t-shirt to arrive in 3-4 weeks. The Revivalist gives their thoughts on the [app-uh-latch-uh] tees Luckily, there’s no need to correct anyone’s pronunciation anymore. Just slip into this instructional t-shirt the […]
The infection known as [App-a-lay-shuh] has been spreading for decades. It is highly transmittable through the mouth and ears; ignorance is a side effect. Help us fight this disease. Teach people how to properly pronounce Appalachia with this new t-shirt. PRODUCT DETAILS: 100 % […]
We decided to take a Saturday drive through McDowell to visit with my second family. Ed got to meet baby August and Alan played us his new banjitar. Kudzu has covered nearly everything and more buildings have collapsed. I love that county and the people […]
We had over 250 people (including 10 McDowell residents) at our viewing, discussion and reception at the U.S. Capitol. Thanks to Senator Manchin for hosting such a fantastic event. PHOTOS by Kerrin Sheldon here.
View screening details and download press release HERE.
Enjoy this short film I shot and edited of my adorable niece experiencing sparklers for the first time.
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