Happy Holidays All

Happy Holidays All!

Early Christmas Present Anyone?!?

The Producer has informed me that he would like to release the Presidents Ball video right before the holiday! So you know what that means..... Santa is coming a little bit early! This was a great project to shoot and edit, alongside my buddy Adam McReynolds! We show on the 5DMkII and the 550D! Both cameras are amazing, and the visuals are hot! Can't wait to show the world, so I decided to share a screenshot! Take a look

Steve Jobs Legacy

http://www.apple.com/stevejobs/

Following one of the most anticipated announcements of there year, was come of the saddest news of the year. Founder and former CEO of Apple, has passed away. He was a visionary, family man, and a hard act to follow. His memory will live on this his accomplishments and products that have touched the lives of many! Rest in Peace Steve, you will be missed!

The Evolution

A Year ago to this month, we directed our first music video. The artist, J Prophet, the message, The Word! Take a look!

"Either We're Making Moves, or We're Making Movies!"

LAS

President's Motorcycle Club Ball

This weekend will be far from dull. Starting on Friday, I will be co-directing a music video along side Austin Dancy in New York for Shadow The Great. Shortly after I will be shooting a few shots for this artist by the name of Ace. The Presidents, one of Connecticut's largest mororcycle clubs, will be hostin their annual Presidents Ball this Saturday, and guess who will be shooting it?? You got it, me, alongside fellow videographer Adam. And the next day, I will be making my way up to Boston to shoot some stills for an ad that I am working on, and at the same time I will be touring on the city's most infamous trolly tour! Woohoo, to combing work with pleasure! When you love what you do, it seems like you've never worked a day in you life!!!


LAS
www.lasdirections.com

Did Wayne Diss Jay Z?

Just heard Wayne's new song "its Good" off his upcoming album Carter IV. Sounds like he took a stab at Jay for dissing birdman back at the beginning of the summer. On Jay's H*A*M track he states “I’m like really, half a billi, ni**a really you got baby money/ Keep it real with ni**as, ni**as ain’t got my lady money". Now for those who don't know, YMCMB stands for Young Money & Cash Money Billionaires, the crew Wayne and everyone else in his crew always reps.

In Wayne's new track called "It's Good", he fires back stating, “Talkin’ about baby money, I got your baby money, kidnap your bitch, get that how much you love your lady money/ I know you fake ni**a, press your brakes ni**a/ I’ll take you out, that’s a date, ni**a,”

What do you think? Take a listen here!

Earthquake in CT?!?

As I was sitting in the Chinese Buffet in downtown Hamden, CT, the only rumbling I felt was in my stomach. On the other side of town, others felt it in their buildings, and even found themselves outside on the street. The police station, local business and even day cares were evacuated. Could this be, an earthquake in CT?

While some on the West Coast are used to this type of occurrence, the people on the opposite coast aren't remotely ready for these phenomenons. Take a look here!

"The Ecology Of Love" Starring Pharrell Williams

Take a look at this wonderfully written short film starrring Pharrell Williams and Dania Ramirez! I really enjoyed the cinematography and scores! Written and directed by Brin Hill.

The Help

I just came from watching one of the most talked about films of the summer, "The Help". Written by Katheryn Stockett(book) and Directed by Tate Taylor(film) its no wonder the film was a hit amongst all audiences. The acting, cinematography and story line had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish, and even the ending caught me for a surprise. A must see film, and if you want to take it a step further, pick up the book. I commend Tate for portraying this best seller in the best way possible. Check out the trailer here!

Spain Pictures are now on our Website

Hey all, thanks for your wonderful wishes during our month long stay in Spain. We learned, lived, dined, sipped and truly enjoyed our trip. We visited Madrid, Geteria, and San Sebastian Spain... and also visited Biarritz and St Jean De-Luz France! Talk about a videographers/photographers dream come true. The buildings were posing every so model-esque, and the sun invited himself to the photoshoot! Take a look at some of our pictures, and stay tuned for future projects!


Spain/France Pictures on our site!

One Month In Spain

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We are happy to say we made it back from our month long trip to Spain! There we lived, breathed, tasted, smelled a new way to live and are back to share it with you! Tons of pictures, videos and stories.....all captured for your enjoyment and review! From a live bull fight to amazing pictures of the Spanish architecture of the 18th 19th and 20th century! Stay tuned for the footage/pictures!

LAS

KAT DeLuna - Drop It Low - Casting(Models/Dancers)

Just the other day, we were asked to film and put together a video of a casting call for Kat DeLuna's upcoming music video "Drop It Low"! Can you say excited.

We stepped foot in the dance studio, only to be met with tons of talented dancers and models ready to work it for the camera.  Director, Lauren Stevens, thought right away....we brought the perfect lens with us. The 50mm f1.8... wide enough to get a nice wide angle shot and shallow to achieve a nice depth of field to blur out the buildings behind the 8th floor story windows.

We brought the footage back te the lab, chopped it up to her liking! Stay tuned, we might post a few clips on our youtube channel prior to the official release of her video! ;)

LAS Directions

"Ima Keep Spittin" Tribute to Rudi by Joe Grits

A behind the scenes look at our second music video, "Ima Keep Spittin" (a tribute song to Rudi Edrisse Jean-Baptiste Joseph, aka DJ Genius). Rapper Joe Grits wasn't the only person touched by Norwalk's own DJ Genius. In fact, Rudi had an impact on countless lives, from Connecticut all the way to his native island Haiti. Leaving behind family, friends and fun-filled memories, this video is our way of saying thank you to him!

The Moment You Waited For! Flash Mob's New Haven 2011

After weeks of rehearsals, days of reviewing footage.... the final day came on Saturday May 7th for New Haven's most epic events! Flash Mob New Haven 2011. Event brought to by K Twenty-Seven Productions, Choreography by Double Up Dance Group, and with the filming/editing help of AHA Productions..... these epic videos are the latest flash mob to debut on YouTube.

LAS Directions

"Either We're Making Moves, Or We're Making Movies!"

Roger That

Featuring Mt. Vernon's own, Rodney 'J Prophet' Reynolds. Filmed in one day, with the help of LAS Directions Photographer Jariyls De Jesus, Production Manager Jared Stevens, Production Assistants Khalil and Semeyia and Camera work by Tyler Johnson, we put together one of Connecticut's first hot gospel rap music videos. We say CT, although J Prophet is from MT Vernon because the video was shot and filmed in New Haven, CT! At the historic Union Train Station, Yale Divinity School, and various locations throughout the wonderful city of New Haven. This video was directed by LAS Directions founder Lauren A. Stevens.

"Either We're Making Moves, or We're Making Movies!" -LAS
www.lasdirections.com

Also check out Rodney's site!
www.jprophet.com

Caribbean Chamber of Commerce Business Expo

Yesterday, the Caribbean Chamber of Commerce put on a wonderful event. Several vendors, attendees and local elected officials made their way around the large conference room in the City Hall Annex. With such a variety of information, networking opportunities and a wonderful performance by Norwalk's own John snider, it's astonishing we were able to capture the entire event! Take a look at some of the pictures we took!

UPDATE: Take a Look at the final video!

Ready for the World Style and Sound Showcase

Team Genius and Church Without Walls Ministries presents Ready for the World Style and Sound Showcase. In loving Memory of Rudi Edrisse Jean-Baptiste Joseph. What more can you ask for, good food, live music and clothes?!? Rudy always made the people around him laugh, and loved food so this event definitely is a tribute to him! Take a look at some of the pictures and footage we grabbed at the event.

New Haven Flash Mob 2011

Have you ever been flashed.... in the public... by a bunch of people!!! No not that kind of flash.... Flash Mob flashed!! Well imagine the practice, organizing and all around work that goes into stuff like that.
LAS Directions had that chance to go behind the scenes of the preparation for New Haven's very first flash mob! Take a look at some of the pictures and footage!

Welcome to our Blog

First we would like to thank you for stopping by. If you dont know already, we are a media production company that is based in the New York Tri state area. We provide an array of media services including commercials, music video features photography and web content production. We were founded in 2010 with the goal to encourage and uplift and promote individuality through the use of media. We have accomplished this goal by working on documentaries for community leaders, directing music videos for some very influential artists, and involved in the production of several anti-bullying anti-racism public service announcements.

With that said, take a look at some our our work and keep us in mind if you are interested in shooting a video, commercial psa!