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Capturing Humanity: Jon Bregel's Storytelling Journey

The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter
The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter
Episode • Nov 27, 2021 • 40m

Delighted to have you join 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, where Rob Lee is your host with today’s guest Jon Bregel, a versatile filmmaker and photographer hailing from Baltimore, MD, who showcases his passion for storytelling and uplifting small businesses and nonprofits through his media platform, Baltimoresmall.com. With a hands-on approach, Jon's talent has been recognized by renowned brands like Nike, Audi, and National Geographic, and his films have earned numerous accolades, including Thirteen Vimeo Staff Picks. Rooted in his Baltimore community, Jon's heart for connecting with people extends beyond borders, allowing him to capture the essence of humanity across the globe.


In this installment:

  • John Bregel shares his inspiring journey and how his passion for supporting small businesses and nonprofits drove him to create Baltimoresmall.com, a media platform dedicated to showcasing their stories, giving them a voice, and empowering their growth.
  • In this episode, John highlights the significance of rest and restoration in the creative process, emphasizing the need to take time for oneself to fuel creativity and productivity.
  • Join the conversation as John reflects on his experiences in the bustling city of New York, where he learned the value of being hands-on in his projects and faced the challenges of the production process head-on.
  • Discover how supporting small businesses goes beyond mere purchases; John discusses the importance of using your unique talents to uplift these businesses, helping them flourish and thrive in the competitive market.


Don't miss this opportunity to learn from John who founded Baltimoresmall.com, a media platform that gives voices to small businesses and nonprofits through photography and storytelling. In this episode, John shares his journey as a filmmaker and photographer, his experiences in New York City, and his decision to move back to Baltimore. He also discusses the importance of rest and restoration in the creative process and the challenges of being hands-on in his projects. John emphasizes the need to support small businesses by not only buying from them but also by using your talents to help them grow. He also provides insights into his upcoming wellness platform for filmmakers.

Mentioned in this episode:

Baltimore Small

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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

  • Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
  • Edited by Daniel Alexis
  • Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

  • Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
  • Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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