branded doc work
Finding a unique artistic identity is paramount for Violet Oliphant-O'Neill. Raised by one of the art world's best-kept secrets and most prolific painters of our time, Sarah Oliphant, and the heralded celebrity photographer, Michael O'Neill, Violet strives to find herself through artistic exploration. Sarah wants nothing more than for her daughter to follow her heart, as long as it leads her to find "her own adventure." Violet must balance the weight of continuing the Oliphant legacy with her burning desire to stay true to herself. That is "The Promise of Spring."
The Promise of Spring is a short, 14-minute documentary starring Sarah Oliphant and Violet Oliphant-O'Neill with production support from Fujifilm. The Promise of Spring was directed by Anna Andersen, filmed by Nilu Amin and produced by Katie Rose Vaughan. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone at Oliphant Studios.
For Sports Research’s Generation Wellness campaign, we partnered with their team to bring the next chapter, Legacy, Her Way, to life. Directed by Anna Andersen, the film highlights intergenerational storytelling that pushes beyond curated feeds to capture wellness in its truest form: messy, experimental, and deeply personal. Shot across a range of environments, the piece honors the ways women and families define health on their own terms, balancing vulnerability with strength.
Our focus was to create visuals that felt as authentic as the stories themselves. By weaving in quiet routines, dynamic movement, and intimate reflections, we helped Sports Research showcase wellness as something complex, human, and accessible to all. The final campaign became more than branded content. It sparked a cultural conversation about how wellness is inherited, reimagined, and passed down, making space for audiences to see themselves in the narrative.
For Vox Media, we created a short film featuring violinist Ezinma, an artist who bridges the worlds of classical and contemporary music. Known for performing alongside Beyoncé, Stevie Wonder, and other icons, Ezinma has built a career redefining what classical music can look and sound like today. The piece traces her journey from her childhood in Nebraska to the global stage, exploring how music became her language for belonging and self-expression.
Our approach highlighted both her artistry and her mission. By blending intimate interviews with cinematic visuals of performance, we showcased Ezinma’s commitment to making classical music accessible to new audiences. The film also spotlighted her non-profit, Heartstrings Academy, which provides free music education and instruments to children. The result was a portrait of an artist who is not only reshaping the classical tradition but also building a legacy of access, education, and cultural connection.
In collaboration with Fujifilm, we directed and produced a film that follows a photographer exploring the resurgence of Mahjong across New York City. Through their lens, the piece highlights how the game has become a vibrant way for young Asian Americans to connect with their heritage, blending tradition with modern community spaces. Shot on the FUJIFILM X-T50, the film captures the intimacy of gathering around the table and the artistry of documenting culture in real time.
The story also reflects the photographer’s own creative journey. By weaving together personal reflection with the energy of Mahjong nights, the film shows how community can inspire an artist’s voice. The result is both a celebration of Fujifilm’s new camera and a portrait of how storytelling and culture come alive when captured with intention.