As a director, I create narrative films that explore transcendent and existential themes using the conventions of horror, suspense, sci-fi, and surrealism. My characters confront their inner demons and heal from trauma while encountering things that are extreme, weird, and wonderful. 

narrative

The Winemaker

A winemaker with a cosmic secret must finish the year’s vintage before her enemies come for vengeance.

Trailer | Nominee: Best Oregon Filmmaker, McMinnville Short Film Festival. Now screening at festivals. Click here to stay up to date.

Father Mary

A priest confronts an abusive figure from her past.

Trailer | Winner: Best Oregon Filmmaker, McMinnville Short Film Festival. Finalist: Best Director, Oregon Short Film Festival. Watch the full film here. 

unscripted

In Dreams, I’d Ask, Who Make These? (doc short)

Searching for direction after touring the world as a musician, Mahsa Zargaraz (aka OMNIFLUX) discovers her next vocation of sculpting giants in her dreams.

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Client Work

I’ve produced-directed dozens of educational, explainer, interview, and promotional videos for clients and partners. For details about this type of content or for my full unscripted portfolio, email me.

produced by...

Prior to Secret Art Project, I was involved in the production of six Rob Zombie horror features, including Halloween 2, The Lords of Salem, and The Haunted World of El Superbeasto. For more about my work as a producer, see the Collaborations page.

The Lords of Salem, (Blumhouse), co-producer. Premiered at the Toronto Intl Film Festival in 2016.

31, associate producer. Premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2016.

The Haunted World of El Superbeasto, (Film Roman), assistant to the producer.