Today, we’d like to introduce you to Brent Hyden.
Hi Brent, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
About 15 years ago, I picked up my first video camera as I wanted to start filming my friends and I skateboarding around town.
I became obsessed with working on my craft behind the lens and, at the same time, developing an artistic eye for composition and visual imagery. I found inspiration from local filmmakers and began to release some of my work and, as a result, created a name for myself.
After premiering my first film in 2014, I felt like I found my purpose and never looked back. Since then, I have continued to release independent films and collaborate with other artists and filmmakers. Today, I own a video production company and am turning my apparel company office into a storefront in Oceanside, CA.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It hasn’t been a smooth road, but nonetheless, I learned to enjoy the process early on. I am grateful for the trials and tribulations as they shaped who I have grown into today.
I appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
As a cinematographer, I am responsible for the visual aesthetic of each project I am a part of.
From pre-production to production to post-production, it’s a collaborative process when it comes to executing the desired image, look, and feel I am going for. Over time I grew as an independent filmmaker I created a company in the process called Skate Juice. I am most proud of my full-length “Skate Juice 3”.
Before we let you go, we’ve got to ask if you have any advice for those just starting.
My advice would be to start creating with a group of friends who have a vision similar to yours.
It’s important to surround yourself with other like-minded individuals who are also inspired to create something. Don’t be afraid to ask for help and collaborate when you can.
Contact Info:
- Website: skatejuice.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/brent_hyden
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skatejuice
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SKATEJUICE
- Other: instagram.com/skatejuice
Image Credits
Tim Aguilar, Taylor Ballard, Dustin McWethy, and Christian Hicks
