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Since I’m not going to Africa anytime soon, I’ll bring Africa to me (: Researching and designing period costumes is my favorite. This time I get to use my experience in military costuming and combine it with my passion for indigenous tribes! Looking forward to co-creating my director’s vision. There’s so much work to be done and everything is flowing just as it should                   
              It’s been over a year since I worked on this telenovela Mi Corazon Insiste so I thought it would be best to share this fun experience. I wasn’t familiar with the telenovelas from Telemundo or the magnitude of the popularity of the two hottest stars Colombiana Carmen Villalobos and Cuban hottie Jencarlos Canela. It was great working with the Spanish speaking crew even though I was the only one that didn’t speak it. I somehow managed to understand and those 3 years of Spanish class in high school helped me tremendously! Carmen, Jencarlos and the production crew were super sweet and made me feel comfortable. We got to shoot at some of the most popular tourist attractions like Santa Monica pier/beach, Sunset Blvd, Mulholland Drive, Griffith Park Observatory, Santee Alley, Rodeo Drive, the desert on the way to Las Vegas and Las Vegas! There were lots of “make-out” scenes and I was exposed to some really amazing Mexican food! The show aired from May-November 2011. If I can find a version with subtitles, I would totally watch it The long awaited music video “The Bigger They Come” by SF’s reggae favorite Native Elements is premiering soon (hopefully)! Here’s some stills from the shoot. It was an honor working with the band and the Kidheroes crew again because it was being with family. The comfort level, creativity, talent and passion exudes throughout the video.
The trailer is finally out and it looks so good! I’m so proud of everyone, we all rocked that set! I can’t wait to see the final version
I’m still feeling giddy and super proud of all the hard work, passion and creative talent that took place on set of the gypsy short film Barbal Zoralo! The sleepless nights and late-night sewing, dying and aging garments all paid off. It felt like being on a magic carpet ride during the 4-day shoot, everything organically flowed. Check out some stills and behind the scenes on the FB page Barbal Zoralo and the gypsy short blog. I learn so much with each project and this one in particular feels like I took a giant leap in my costume design path. I have so many people to thank for helping me complete this project successfully!                  Director/Writer – Fiorella Occhippinti Muchas gracias for allowing me to fulfill your vision! We did it and your gypsies came to life! You are a talented film maker with a bright future ahead! Producer – Jeffrey Benavides It was a pleasure working with you the 2nd time around! We shared some good laughs on set =) Production Designer – Brandon Nicholas We seem to be tuning in to each other’s creativity without even speaking! Your sets were phenomenal and you MUST post your MTV gypsy cribs video! lol Makeup/Hair – Lizette Perez You did an amazing job transforming the actors into their characters! It was fun working with you again! Actors – Alberto, Alexandra, Anita, Kiko, Garcia, Brenda, Kiara and all the background talent You are all so passionate and talented, you embodied the characters so well! Claudio & Judit Occhippinti – Photographer & Craft Services I see all the support and love you give your children and you must be so proud! Thank you for capturing the moments and filling our tummies! =) United American Costume House - Thank you Gabe in the Military department for all your advice and connecting me to Robbie, the Ager/Dyer. Diana, Donna, AJ and Mary have all been supportive in this small project! Ager/Dyer – Robbie Olmedo All our sleepless nights and toxic highs were all worth it! You helped me bring this project to whole other level! Let’s keep on doing it…. Gypsy family – Kimvy Iem, Gollacks Murray, Narges Gardizi, Om Gaia Tree & Coco Loco Thank you for loaning and providing gypsy jewels that completed each costume! I’m so lucky to have good friends! Out of the Closet Atwater – Ricardo Thank you for always looking out with every project I’m working! You rock! |
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