“Envisioning the New Flagstaff” – Documentary
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In 2009, I covered the Arts and Business summit hosted by the Flagstaff Arts and Business alliance for NAZ Today. It was at that summit that I learned how interconnected the art industry is with the local economy - that the arts mean business. Since that summit, I've noticed that a rising number of galleries in downtown Flagstaff have been closing their doors. This project is an attempt to overview what exactly is changing in the art industry and what the future of art in Flagstaff is by talking with local business owners, art leaders, and artists about the state of the art-based economy, business strategies, and the importance of the First Friday ArtWalk.
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HD Video: Starflex Brownie w/ Flash Bulb
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For years, my family had this camera in their repertoire of antiques for years, and, for a while, I thought it was obsolete. Some might consider it so, but you can still buy the 127 film it accepts, load it, and shoot with it.
At a thrift store in Flagstaff, I found a giant flash pack and reflector that resembled the smaller one that came with the camera. The pack also included 7 flash bulbs, ones that I had never found or seen before. For $2, I had to have it.
This is an HD video of the flash bulb going off. They're one time use only, so I figured documenting the technology was more worthwhile than using it for its intended purpose.
You can find these GE #5 flash-type bulbs online for about a buck a piece on eBay.
Art Leaders Attend Summit, Plan Future
Preface: Leaders of the local Flagstaff art community gathered to discuss the future of art and its impact on Flagstaff's economy.