Arizona Music Video – Ava Terry “You”
Creating an Arizona music video is an exhilarating journey, one that melds the power of music with the breathtaking beauty of desert landscapes. Imagine the backdrop: towering saguaro cacti, stunning red rock formations, and endless sunsets painting the sky with hues of orange and pink. Picture the thrill of capturing these moments on film, where each frame tells a story more vivid than words.
“Shooting in Arizona feels like being a painter with an infinite palette. The natural lighting and dramatic scenery provide unmatched inspiration,” shares local videographer Emma Thompson.
There are several reasons why this creative endeavor is exceptionally fun:
- Diverse Landscapes: From the vibrant cityscapes of Phoenix to the majestic Grand Canyon, Arizona offers a range of settings that can match any musical style.
- Unique Culture: The rich Native American heritage and Southwest culture add layers of depth and authenticity to your video.
- Perfect Weather: With over 300 sunny days a year, weather rarely disrupts shooting schedules, ensuring consistency.
By combining these elements, producing a music video in Arizona becomes not just a project, but an adventure. You get to explore iconic sites while creating art that resonates with both the visuals and the sounds.
For this Arizona music video, we found ourselves anchored to just one picturesque location. It was a delight to work on this project, especially given the backstory. Terey Summers reached out to our Phoenix video production office, sparking collaboration with our producers to hash out the budget. Once that was settled, our dedicated team was assembled, and we chose the Elks Theater in Prescott, Arizona, as our shooting venue. Our shoot took place in early December, right after a light snowstorm. Despite the chilly weather—unusual for Arizona—we had no issues accessing the theater. Fortunately, most of our work was indoors. However, our grip, Jason Bedard, and PA, Kira Romaneschi, had to brave the cold outside. Their efforts shone through as they expertly managed the lighting, even innovatively channeling HMI light through a second-story window.
Our director Jason Ryan took the helm for this project, with Annalisa Stahler crafting the treatment and collaborating closely with Jason to develop a compelling shooting script. Kyle Groop masterfully handled the camera and gimbal shots. Despite the long day, we managed to capture some breathtaking footage. A special shoutout to the gracious and immensely talented Ava Terry, whose presence made the entire experience incredible. She was effortless to work with and is truly an artist on the ascent.
After wrapping up the shoot, we entrusted our footage to our editing center. Mauricio Tapia seamlessly pieced together all the shots. The editing process was intricate, demanding precision to align movements and artist gestures perfectly. Kudos to our exceptional post-production team for their hard work!
A little something from artist management:
Feelings of isolation and loneliness are at the heart of this powerful song. It’s a relatable anthem about discovering that one person who stands by your side in an otherwise empty world. The uplifting yet dramatic lyrics weave a tale that will send shivers down your spine as it builds to an emotional, tear-jerking crescendo. This song masterfully takes you on a journey through desperation, hope, and love all at once.
The music was produced by Music Production: Ryan Wenzel of Arrowhead Studios in Arizona.
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