Saturday, April 6, 2019

"Through Our Eyes" Extended Version on YouTube!

Remember my documentary "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's"?
(With how ridiculously often I promote it? I hope so!)

I released the 50-minute extended version on YouTube, so you can watch it for free! It used to be exclusively available on DVD, but I decided to release it to the public during Autism Acceptance Month, where it will be here on the internet to stay. Feel free to use it (along with any of the videos below) for educational settings or to spread awareness/acceptance this April.



Help spread the word by posting it on social media and sharing it with friends!

If you would still like a DVD copy, you can get them from my shop for only $6.99 now!. https://life-of-an-aspie.blogspot.com/p/shop.html

The YouTube version and the DVD (recently re-released) now has subtitles in English and five other languages.

I also uploaded the exclusive bonus interviews from the DVD to YouTube. These interviews feature parents of individuals on the spectrum and psych professionals experienced with autistic individuals.


Dr. Tim Wahlberg
Difference between Autism and AS
Difficulty Multitasking
Strengths and Weaknesses
Educating people about AS
Social Interaction and Motivation
Functional Skills

Patti Boheme

Restrictive Interests/Repetitive Behaviors
Changes in the DSM-V
Misconceptions about Autism
Teaching Perspective Taking
Advocating for individuals with Autism
A Success Story


Carol McKellar
Katie's Aspergers
Parenting Katie
Katie's School Experience
Katie's Friendships
Katie's Development

Jodi Borger
Bram's Diagnosis
Bram's Social Experience
Bram's School Experience
How Bram Thinks
Bram's Progress
What people should know about AS





I post videos, podcasts, and blog posts on autism and mental health. Check them out here:


Alyssa Huber - The Life of an Aspie on YouTube
Online videos on Asperger's Syndrome/autism, and my experiences


https://life-of-an-aspie.blogspot.com/2019/03/where-empathy-meets-hyperfocus.html

If you like my work, feel free to leave a small contribution here, or a custom contribution on my website. This will help support me so I can continue creating educational content!


Tuesday, July 3, 2018

My Websites Are Down! Access Them Here.


My website domains are currently down and won't be working until 8/6/18, so please access my websites with these URLs until then:

Alyssa Huber Films (Freelance Filmmaking Website)
http://alyssahuberfilms.blogspot.com/

The Life of an Aspie (Asperger's Blog)
http://life-of-an-aspie.blogspot.com/

Thanks, and have a great day!
~Alyssa

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

"Through Our Eyes" Extended Edition DVD ~ Get it here

If you've recently attended one of the screenings of "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's" and want to get a DVD copy of the 50-minute extended edition, you can purchase one here!

http://www.alyssahuberfilms.com/p/shop_77.html

The DVD includes a 50-minute extended edition of the documentary, plus an extra 50+ minutes of interview footage with parents and experts.


Watch the trailer below!


If you'd prefer a streaming version (online video), you can access it here. Simply create an account and follow the instructions on the page.



Sunday, April 1, 2018

UPDATE: New Autism Acceptance Month 2018 Events

Happy World Autism Acceptance Day!

For Autism Acceptance Month, you can attend a FREE screening of "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's" (50-min Extended Edition), and other events!




The screening events will include the film "Through Our Eyes," and a presentation and Q&A with the director, Alyssa Huber. DVD copies will be available, and handmade sensory friendly jewelry.

Simply register using the links on my Events page. You can also RSVP to the Facebook events.


http://www.alyssahuberfilms.com/p/shop_77.html

"Through Our Eyes" Screening Events

APR 5th 2018 "Through Our Eyes" Film Screening at Indian Trails Public Library (Informed Afternoons)
Date: Thursday, April 5th — 1:00pm-2:30pm.
Address: 355 Schoenbeck Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090 -- Main - Lake-Cook Room
Admission: FREE, simply Register here in advance.
Running Time: 50 Minutes (Extended Version. Watch the trailer here.)
Click here for more info.
RSVP to Facebook Event

APR 7th 2018 "Through Our Eyes" Film Screening at Messenger Public Library
Date: Saturday, April 7th — 2:00pm-4:30pm
Address: 113 Oak St, North Aurora, IL 60542 -- Main Meeting Room
Admission: FREE, simply Register here in advance.
Running Time: 50 Minutes (Extended Version. Watch the trailer here.)
Click here for more info.
RSVP to Facebook Event


APR 19-21 2018 "Through Our Eyes" Film Screening at Autism Festival in Finland ~ Autismisäätiö
Date: Thursday, April 19th - Saturday, April 21st — [time not yet available]
Address: Kanavakatu 12, 00160 Helsinki, Finland
Admission: FREE
Running Time: 50 Minutes (Extended Version. Watch the trailer here.)
The event will include the screening of "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's," alongside other films.

Feel free to forward this post to anyone who may benefit from seeing this documentary. It has been a valuable resource for professionals, teachers, families and individuals on the autism spectrum.


Other Events for Autism Acceptance Month

Date: Saturday, April 14th — 11:00am-3:00pm
Address: 125 S. Municipal Drive, Sugar Grove, IL 60554
Admission: FREE
"Sensory-Friendly" means this jewelry is lightweight, easy to wear, and non-irritating--an ideal gift for those with hypersensitivity associated with autism and Asperger's, or who find most jewelry difficult to wear. The iridescent mermaid scales are beautiful to look at, and the glitter calm bottle necklaces are fun to play with. They are great for stimming and calming anxiety. All pieces at the table are hand-crafted by Alyssa Huber, and all proceeds will support her transition to independent living. (More info on Alyssa's transition!)

APR 29th 2018 Asperger's Discussion Live Stream w/ Alyssa Huber (Autistic Gaming Initiative)
Join the conversation on all things Asperger's with Alyssa Huber, director/producer of the documentary "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's."

Topic: Autism Acceptance / Autism in the Media

Follow the Facebook Event for updates.


PREVIOUS TOPICS
Asperger's and Relationships
Asperger's and Financial Issues
Asperger's and Emotions
Asperger's and Coping with Change




Thanks, and I'll see you there!
~Alyssa

Friday, March 16, 2018

Help Alyssa and Matt Reunite! ♥ ~ GoFundMe Campaign

I hope my work has benefited you in some way. I never would have imagined "Through Our Eyes" becoming so widespread, but I'm thankful it did. It helped me discover the amazing autism community and meet so many great people. I know now I am not alone!

Now I need your help. I am longing for independence, to move out of my parents house and finally marry my fiancé
 Matt Rhodes. (Yes, the same Matt Rhodes from the film!) Please check out my GoFundMe campaign, share it with others, and donate if you can.




I am not usually one to ask for help or handouts, I believe in hard work and self-sufficiency. But the reality that I live with is that I cannot work-full time, and my government benefits are not enough to live off of. I work hard every day to advocate for the autism community, and take care of myself, but it does not support me enough financially.


My friends, family, and followers: you are dear to me and I am grateful for any support. Please share on social media to spread the word. :)


Share this link: https://www.gofundme.com/alyssa-matt-aspie-love


Thank you so much!! 

~Alyssa Huber

Tuesday, March 6, 2018

"Through Our Eyes" Screenings for Autism Acceptance Month 2018

For Autism Awareness (Acceptance) Month, you can attend a FREE screening of "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's" (50-min Extended Edition).

The events will include the film screening, presentation, and Q&A with the director, Alyssa Huber. DVD copies will be available, and handmade sensory friendly jewelry.

Simply register using the links on my Events page. You can also RSVP to the Facebook events.


Here are the events!

APR 5th 2018 "Through Our Eyes" Film Screening at Indian Trails Public Library (Informed Afternoons)
Date: Thursday, April 5th — 1:00pm-2:30pm.
Address: 355 Schoenbeck Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090 -- Main - Lake-Cook Room
Admission: FREE, simply Register here in advance.
Running Time: 50 Minutes (Extended Version. Watch the trailer here.)
Click here for more info.
RSVP to Facebook Event

APR 7th 2018 "Through Our Eyes" Film Screening at Messenger Public Library
Date: Saturday, April 7th — 2:00pm-4:30pm
Address: 113 Oak St, North Aurora, IL 60542 -- Main Meeting Room
Admission: FREE, simply Register here in advance.
Running Time: 50 Minutes (Extended Version. Watch the trailer here.)
Click here for more info.
RSVP to Facebook Event
Feel free to forward this post to anyone who may benefit from seeing this documentary. It has been a valuable resource for professionals, teachers, families and individuals on the autism spectrum.


Other Events

MAR 2018 Asperger's Discussion Live Stream w/ Alyssa Huber (Autistic Gaming Initiative)
Join the conversation on all things Asperger's with Alyssa Huber, director/producer of the documentary "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's."

Date and topic not yet available; follow the Facebook Event for updates.

PREVIOUS TOPICS
Asperger's and Financial Issues
Asperger's and Emotions
Asperger's and Coping with Change




Thanks, and I'll see you there!
~Alyssa

Monday, December 25, 2017

Filmmakers: Sony Vegas Editing Software is $20! (Ends 12/27)

Merry Christmas!

For filmmakers like me (aspiring or accomplished), this would be a great gift!

Sony Vegas Pro Edit for $20!

Sony Vegas is a video editing software comparable to Adobe Premiere, usually super pricey but you can get it in this $20 bundle until Dec 27th.

Kudos to my brother for finding this deal. (This post was not sponsored by anyone.)

For the record, I am an Adobe Premiere editor but grabbed one of these anyway. $20 is way more affordable than $1,000+ for another Adobe Suite and it's good to have a backup.

And don't forget that until 01/15/2018 you can get a DVD copy (special edition) of "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's" for only $10! Alternatively, streaming access to the full-length film is only $5.

Have a great season, stay warm and see you in 2018!

Sunday, December 3, 2017

Holiday Aspie Special! "Through Our Eyes" Discount

Holiday Aspie Special!

Get a $10 DVD copy (special edition) of "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's" or streaming access to the full-length film for only $5, for yourself or loved ones. $1 Neurodiversity magnets in my shop, more goodies to come.



This deal will last all through the season and expires Monday, January 15th.

May your holidays be filled with happy flaps and quiet rooms aplenty.

~Alyssa

Sunday, July 23, 2017

WIN A FREE Digital Download of "Through Our Eyes" Special Edition!

Want to see the extended edition of my film for FREE?

Just sign up for our social media contest and you'll be entered in a drawing to win lifetime access to the digital version of my 50-minute documentary! Be one of 10 lucky winners. The last day to enter is July 31, 2017 at 09:15 PM CDT.


After you've entered, increase your chances of winning by subscribing to my blog, The Life of an Aspie!

You can earn even more entries by sharing contest with a special link or by following me on Facebook and Twitter!

Sound good? Then click here to enter the contest.

And if you don't win, don't despair: you can pick up the digital extended edition (exact same product and access) in my store.

All you need is a web browser and a computer or smartphone to watch it on. Check it out in my shop!


From the shop page, simply click the link provided, register an account at the website (graciously hosted by Cavetech Business Solutions), and follow the instructions from there.

Please note that the digital version is only the 50-minute film and does not include the special features from the DVD.

Enjoy!

Friday, July 21, 2017

NEW!! Digital Download of "Through Our Eyes" Special Edition!

Want to see the extended edition of my film, but don't want to pay for shipping?

Now you can! All you need is a web browser and a computer or smartphone to watch it on. Check it out in my shop!


From the shop page, simply click the link provided, register an account at the website (graciously hosted by Cavetech Business Solutions), and follow the instructions from there.

Please note that the purchase is only for the 50-minute film and does not include the special features from the DVD.

Enjoy!

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

DVD Discount to Celebrate 3,000 Subscribers!

I now have 3,000 subscribers on YouTube! I am super lucky to have you guys watching my videos and giving feedback. I'm also happy to see that my Asperger's documentary has spread so much awareness and helped promote acceptance of our species!

To celebrate, I applied a discount to my DVD copies of "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's." This offer is only valid until August 9th, so if you don't already have a copy or want to pick up one for a friend, now is a great time!


Thank you all for your support! I love making videos on Asperger's and Autism and I hope to continue it for a while.

Friday, June 16, 2017

The Autistic Gaming Initiative

Do you appreciate autistic people who love video games?
How about autism organizations that make an effort to support them?


If you haven't heard about the Autistic Gaming Initiative yet, you're in for a treat. Autistic gamers from all over the Internet are teaming up, playing games live once a month to raise money for the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network and the Autism Women's Network. These charities are autistic-approved organizations that advocate for the interests of autistics, while providing them with much-needed resources.

EDIT: This specific stream is over, but there will be more since we have these once a month! Check out my Events page to participate in the next one.
Today begins the second Autistic Gaming Initiative live stream event, running from 3pm EST today to 3pm EST tomorrow.

This is the craziness that happened during the June 2017 streams:


           Steph Diorio                                         Alyssa Huber / Gingersnaspie
   
                                            kiotsukare                                                                Chaz

Each gamer has their own time slot before passing the baton to the next gamer. Check out the schedule to see who's streaming!

EDIT: This was for the June 2017 stream, please check AGI's Facebook page for the more recent schedules.
(ALL TIMES IN EST: Stream starts at 3:00 PM.)
3:00-5:24 EST: Sam: https://www.twitch.tv/maniacalchimera
5:24-7:48 EST: Sythra: https://www.twitch.tv/chibidragon007
7:48-10:12 EST: kiotsukare: https://www.twitch.tv/kiotsukare
10:12-12:36 EST: Tijawn: https://www.twitch.tv/tijawn
12:36-3:00 EST: Wolfesbrain: https://www.twitch.tv/wolfesbrain
3:00-5:24 EST: Joobles: https://www.twitch.tv/joobl
5:24-7:48 EST: Ell: https://www.twitch.tv/eldritchcadence
7:48-10:12 EST: Steph/1863_project: https://www.twitch.tv/1863_project
10:30-12:30 EST: Alyssa Huber / Gingersnaspie: https://www.twitch.tv/gingersnaspie
12:36-3:00 EST: Chaz: https://www.twitch.tv/chazserir

You can read their bios here.

EDIT: You can find Alyssa's next scheduled streaming time on the Events page.

To watch Alyssa's livestream, tune in tomorrow (Saturday) at 10:30am-12:30pm ESTthat's 9:30am-11:30am CST for local Chicagoans.


If you aren't already following Alyssa's blog on Asperger's Syndrome, check it out! This website (Alyssa Huber Films) is mainly for event updates, but her blog gives a more personal look at her experiences of being on the spectrum.

Thank you for your support, and see you then!

Thursday, May 25, 2017

SAIL Transition Program - Graduation Speech 2017

I was in the SAIL transition program from 2010 - 2012, and was invited to speak at the graduation breakfast for students graduating May 24th, 2017.

I had a great time and enjoyed meeting new students and the staff!

[ Transcription Below]

The SAIL (Students Attaining Independent Living) transition program is a community-based, life-skills program for students ages 18-22. The goal of the program is to prepare students for the transition from public education to adult living at age 22. The program uses supported real-life experiences to facilitate the development of independent adult skills. As appropriate, students practice their independent skills in community settings. Program components include daily living skills, personal social and social language skills, vocational training, money management, consumer foods, communication skills, community and career exploration, recreation and leisure, and volunteerism.

●▬▬▬▬๑۩۩๑▬▬▬▬▬●

[ SPEECH TRANSCRIPT ]
(Written by Alyssa Huber)

"How do you define success? What does it mean to you?

Maybe it's becoming famous, inventing something, getting a job, or learning to drive.

Maybe it's making friends, or just getting out of bed in the morning to push through one more difficult day.

I think that success is an ongoing journey that looks different for everyone.

For me, my story is inseparable from my success.

I decided from a young age that I really wanted to make movies. I wrote a script--a pretty bad one, honestly--I was only 10 yrs old. I never did make it into a film, but that it did spark my interest in making movies.

After I started going to Middle School, I was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. The teachers noticed I was a bit... different. Like, when they called on me in class, I would reply with *meow* since I was obsessed with cats at the time.

School was so overwhelming for me that I had meltdowns when I got home, and a few times I even kicked holes in the walls. I was just so exhausted from trying to put up a brave front every day.

When I was a teenager: I was socially awkward and had trouble making and keeping friends. I was very anxious and depressed a lot, and I felt lost and alone.
I mention these dark times because success can't happen without 2 things:
1. Failure
2. Struggle
...and I had a lot of both.

In spite all of that, I did make some friends. I finally got to know enough people to have a small cast for a movie. So I teamed up with friends to produce an amateur film called "Cursed Waters," a comedy adventure about pirates. It's not my best work, but it was a lot of fun, and a good filmmaking experience.

When I got to the SAIL program, I made friends more easily. I learned how to be a good friend and an example of good student--though I did cause trouble sometimes!

My favorite day was cooking day, because we got to eat the food we made!

I loved the SAIL program and my friends, so much that I made a short video series about our shenanigans. (It's up on YouTube)

I started college at Judson University in 2012 and recently graduated with a B.A. in Media Creation & Production.

And I’m currently in the process of finding a suitable job in my field.

While I was still in college, I produced a documentary on Asperger's Syndrome and autism, titled "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's." I would say that my documentary is one of my greatest accomplishments, because it's helped a lot of people who have watched it. In fact, it's received almost 500,000 views since I've posted it on YouTube in 2015.

A lot of people equate success with happiness, but something I learned is that the traditional idea of success--like getting lots of views on YouTube--is not the key to happiness. My documentary did help my confidence, but there's more to it.

I wanted to share what I've learned in my journey so far.

My first step to success was taking care of myself (physically and mentally). If I'm not feeling well, it's really hard to do well. I've worked hard to establish healthy habits like getting enough sleep, eating balanced meals, exercising, advocating for my special needs, and addressing underlying health problems so I can feel my best.

Another thing I learned is... do not underestimate your value. Like any other person, you deserve to live, and to be loved and supported. You deserve to be hired for jobs, and to make a living. To have friends, and to have fun.

It doesn't matter if you have a disability, a health condition, or other limitations; you are just as awesome as anyone else!

Also, always do your best. Not my best, not Anne's best, not someone else's best, YOUR best. Don't compare yourself to other people.

If your best means getting out of bed in the morning, or getting out the door on time, or being brave when you have to make a phone call, or go to the doctor, your Best is just as good as anyone else's Best.

Wherever you are in life, always look for the positives. I guarantee that if you look, you will always find something good ; even in the darkest places. Whenever you feel upset, or unmotivated, or if you get stuck in your journey to success, take a deep breath and look at the beautiful world around you.

Also, always believe you can be better. The best thing about being imperfect, is that you can always improve. Like, if I've been skipping my daily workout, I make myself do it next time. Or, If I've being hurtful with my words, I try to be better by thinking before I speak. Or if I feel alone and don't know what to do, I see my therapist who can help me get back on track.

The last important lesson I learned is... don't be afraid to lead your own life. You are an adult now, and your own person, and you can make your own decisions. It's good to ask for help; though you ultimately decide what advice to take. You are in control your life.

As you graduate from the SAIL program and head towards your future, Be proud of who you are and what you've done in your life. Reflect on your happy memories, accomplishments, and friends you've had. Take what you've learned and use it to reach your dreams."

Sunday, September 18, 2016

AliveDocFest - Asperger's Doc "Through Our Eyes" 50min Screening


The extended version of my film will be shown in an online film festival September 23-25th, 2016!
Enter the screening room when it's showing if you haven't already seen it!

> Enter the Screening Room

Note: This is the EXTENDED VERSION of my film, 50 minutes long.
The official date/time for my film will be posted by Wed 9/21.
If it's not posted by then, you can contact me at alyssahuberfilms@gmail.com.
(I'm also pretty sure this event is free. It doesn't specify on their website.)

> More Information

> Join the event on Facebook

Saturday, April 2, 2016

Autism Acceptance Month & Asperger's Documentary FREE Showing

Don't forget! The showing of my documentary "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's" (the extended version) at the Arcada Theater is coming up April 19th!


RSVP Here ➤ http://mvse.org/through-our-eyes-living-aspergers-syndrome 
Join the Facebook event ➤ https://www.facebook.com/events/1753851368179173/
Share my doc on YouTube for Autism Awareness/Acceptance ➤ https://youtu.be/2TSlti5bioQ

Hi, I'm Alyssa, and I have Aspergers Syndrome. I don't like putting myself in front of the camera so heres some footage of me I happen to have.

Today is World Autism Awareness Day. Though me and many other aspies would prefer to call it World Autism Acceptance Day, because there's plenty of awareness already. It's one thing to recognize someone with autism. It's another thing to accept who they are and help them feel like they belong.

To help spread acceptance of Asperger's and autism, I produced "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's," a documentary from the perspectives of people like me.

And I wanted to announce that there will be a FREE showing of the film coming up this month! This will be an extended version of the film, not the 32 minute version on YouTube.

The event will be April 19th at the Arcada in St. Charles IL. It is free to attend, but there will be limited seating, so each person needs to reserve their seat ahead of time. So please register soon via the link in the description if you are going!

Feel free to invite your friends, family, teachers, parents, employers, or anyone else who may benefit from seeing the film, including individuals on the autism spectrum. The theater will be autism friendly.

Also I will be at this event and I'll be available for a Q&A, so if any of you who have seen my film already want to meet me, I will be there. See ya!

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

My Recent Videos

I've been making more videos recently! Like I mentioned in my previous update, my channel had been undergoing some changes--I wanted to focus more on Asperger's Syndrome and autism. I also changed the title of my channel to "Alyssa Huber - The Life of an Aspie" to match my blog title, as well as the logo.

Here are some of my recent uploads:

The Mask of Normality - Hiding my True Self (An Asperger's Conundrum)
An Asperger's conundrum: being accepted only if I act "normal." I am not neurotypical, even if I can look like it. It's draining trying to be something I'm not. Sadly, a lot of the more harmless Asperger's traits are shunned due to being misunderstood, while the more harmful ones may be covered up without addressing the root problem.

Aspies in Love - Alyssa and Matt (A Neurodiverse Valentine's Day)
This video is my public declaration that says "Hey, this love pug is mine and I wanna show him off."... Even though I'm sorta shy about it. xD It's also to show that everyone is lovable. You just need the right kind of person.



My goal is to upload at least two videos per month. I wish I could do more, but I manage several channels and have a wide range of hobbies! :) If you want to see more content from me in general, feel free to check out my other channels and pages, as listed here:

                                                   YouTube Letsplays                      Twitch Streams








Thursday, January 21, 2016

IMPORTANT YOUTUBE UPDATE

My YouTube channel, AlyssaHuberFilms, will be undergoing some changes. Originally it was dedicated to my film projects, both big and small. But now I've decided to go in a different direction. Check out my latest update for more details!


I want to focus more on the topic of Asperger's Syndrome since my documentary has become fairly popular (my biggest accomplishment yet! Wooot!! :D ). I want to document my personal experiences of being on the spectrum, as well as others.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Update: #AutismBigGive Event



The Big Give for Autism is September 17th! The Autism Society is raising money to support services for children and young adults on the autism spectrum. I plan to make a donation since I want to help other aspies like myself, and I've posted a video to get the word out about the #AutismBigGive.

➤ Click here or below to watch my Big Give for Autism video.


➤ Support the Big Give for Autism

You can still get the extended version of my Asperger's Documentary ("Through Our Eyes") on DVD for a discount! Lasts until the end of September 2015. I'm also working on getting English subtitles on the YouTube version, and there's a slight chance of me adding Spanish subtitles if I can find someone to translate!

Also, please comment below if you would prefer to rent the extended version of "Through Our Eyes" digitally from YouTube, iTunes, or possibly Netflix. I'll work on it if there's enough demand. :)

In other news, I recently posted a new short film to show a glimpse into my inner world. ➤ Watch "Two Worlds" here.

In terms of free stock footage, I haven't been posting much lately because I'm trying to capture new footage that meets the requirements of the site I'm uploading too. I also need them to be reviewed and put on the site so I can provide a download link once they're done.

Thanks for watching! :)

~Alyssa

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Inside my Brain... ''Two Worlds'' Digital Effects Short



One of my favorite projects in my Digital Film Effects class was this one. The goal was to showcase some greenscreen and particle effects, along with faux environments with pieces of videos and images. I call mine "Two Worlds" to show the contrast between the real world and the one in my head. The effects aren't perfect, but I love that I got to metaphorically place myself in a representation of Vael.

Special thanks to my friend Mason for filming me on the greenscreen!

(Note: Some of these shots were used in my documentary "Through Our Eyes: Living with Asperger's")

Software: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro

Music: CDK - Silence Await

Click here to see more of my student films!

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

"Cursed Waters" 5-Year Anniversary!


Five years ago today was the last filming of our amateur film, "Cursed Waters." It took three years to film, but it was an awesome experience, and our cast members remain a closely-knit group of friends. It was also a major accomplishment for me (Alyssa) since I had finally achieved my dream of making a movie...

More photos from "Cursed Waters"

CW on ABC7 News

CW Theatrical Trailer      CW Bonus Trailer with Behind-the-Scenes Clips

More Behind-the-Scenes

Get "Cursed Waters" on DVD