New upcoming film company from Grand Rapids aims to be different within the community

Studio 47 is a film & photography company based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Owned by Joe Watkins and Back Street Films. Based in and around Grand Rapids has showed many people who love film that you can do anything if you put your mind to it. Growing up I would play with my moms camera taking pictures and videos outside. I loved going outside and watching the birds fly around or going to the beach and watching the sunset. I knew from there that I would want to do film, many people doubted me because getting in that industry is a challenge. That didn’t stop me from chasing my dream of directing my own movie or series. I always wanted to do something different in the world and make a difference, I knew that film would help me get there by showing people the world through my eyes. I enjoy film making because it sets me apart from the crowd it gives you endless possibilities, you can start with little to no gear to using high tech gear all with little experience. I not only love film it’s my passion and i want to change the world with it. Everyone thinks that you have to have lots of money to make good content that is not true. I started from the bottom by shooting some videos with my friend with a $20 camera and worked my way up to shooting and directing a music video with high quality gear. I’m different as a film maker because the little things are what count I put every attention of detail into my work. I shoot and edit each piece as its own and create a work of art. It’s more than just film it’s growing closer with clients and getting to know them for more than who they are. In 5 years I see myself directing my own films for Netflix and other companies. That’s a long shot but hard work and dedication are what counts. I know that it will take long days and endless shots before I become perfect and good enough for Netflix to recognize my work. That won’t stop me from trying to do my best and making good content that brings people closer to film. I understand that not everyone makes it in the industry and some people do but that should not stop you from setting out to create content. Who knows what will happen you may think it’s not the best but if you use the right tools you may get the attention of someone who’s big in the industry. Aside from that I bring endless ideas to the film industry I write down every movie or scene idea I think of down in my notes. Sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night with an awesome plot or story and I just have to add it to my notes. There is not right or wrong way to do film and that’s why I strive to show people that anyone can do it if you have a positive attitude and use your imagination. I don’t want to be remembered for fame or for money or for directing that one show or movie, I want to be remembered for making a difference in someone’s life big or small. I want people to know that I was more than just a director I was a person who had a passion for film and for helping people. I want to end this one one note that don’t let the world stop you from doing what you want to do, whether it’s film or something your passionate about not matter what keep grinding and keep going the hard work will pay off.