Spark and Echo Arts commissioned me to create a work of art responding to a passage of the Bible. I created this micro-short in response to King Solomon's reflection on fleeting accomplishments in Ecclesiastes 1-2.
"We love it! We are honored to have you involved and are enjoying sharing this new work with our audience. Thank you for spending so much time on the film and bringing your A game to our project."
- Jonathon, Co-Founder, Spark and Echo Arts
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From my artist statement:
While our accomplishments may bear short term rewards, will anyone remember (or care) after our short time on earth is up? With this piece I aim to question the toil-fueled, achievement-oriented definition of success that is en vogue in Western societies today. I’m not suggesting that accomplishments and work ethic are without value, but we need to stop and think (and consider higher things -- lasting things) before we pour every drop of our lifeblood into the temporary pursuits of this world.
Spark and Echo is an NYC-based nonprofit facilitating the creation of an artwork for every passage of the Bible.
Directed, shot and edited by Landon Brands
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