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Welcome to Episode 10 of “The Art of The Interview with Steven Adams”. Steve is welcomed into the home of artist Miles Regis. Miles Regis is a self-taught, experimental painter. If you have ever wondered if, when, or how to become a full-time artist, Miles Regis' story will fascinate and inspire you. Born in Trinidad, this artist has been greatly influenced by Caribbean artists such as Alexander King, LeRoy Clarke, Carlisle Harris, Boscoe & Geoffrey Holder. Regis’ paintings are distinctly Trinidadian in color and expression. In June of 2009, Regis' show "WL4WWD4" at Pounder-Koné Art Space was a complete success. Regis’ work was showcased in CNN’s “African Voices” feature on actor Isaiah Washington (link below), who collects Regis’ paintings; other collectors of Miles Regis’ work include actors Ron Perlman and playwright Trevor Rhone. Regis' work will be presented in the American Rag Los Angeles show - "Carnival", from Feb 11th to March 11th. Opening Reception on February 11th, 2010 from 6 to 9 Links

Welcome to Episode 9 of “The Art of The Interview with Steven Adams”. Steve welcomes Architect, Designer, Conceptualist - Ben Ball, of Ball-Nogues Studio. In his current collaboration with Gaston Nogues, Benjamin Ball is exploring the intersection of architecture, art and product design through physical modeling and the use of digital and more traditional forms of production. A major goal of his design endeavors is to create experiences; because of this, he feels "a building that is not built is not architecture." A graduate of the Southern California Institute of Architecture, Ball logged stints at Gehry Partners and Shirdel Zago Kipnis. He has worked as a set and production designer for films (including the Matrix series) as well as music videos and commercials with such influential directors as Mark Romanek and Tony Scott. His experience ranges from work on the Disney Concert Hall and small residential commissions for boutique firms to complex medical structures and event design. BALL-NOGUES STUDIO

Welcome to Episode 8 of “The Art of The Interview with Steven Adams” Steve welcomes the ultra-creative visionary, Mike Frost to the show. Mike has two films in the Downtown Film Festival Los Angeles. "Chi Sei" screens Wednesday, August 19, at 7:30pm. "Never Trust A Woman" screens Wednesday, August 19, at 9:30pm. Mike Frost's work has been described as witty, creative re-inventions and satire. Hailed as a filmmaker whose work is becoming more important and central to not only the Los Angeles Art Scene, but moreover, increasingly important and central to the international art scene. Links: http://downtownla.bside.com/2009/films/chisie_downtownla2009 http://downtownla.bside.com/2009/films/nevertrustawoman_downtownla2009 http://www.dffla.com/ http://helsinkiproductions.com/wordpress/

Welcome to Episode 7 of “The Art of The Interview with Steven Adams” Steve welcomes writer-director of "Commit.", Mickey Blaine and his star-producer (and wife) Nicole Blaine. "Commit." screens Tuesday, August 18 at 7:30pm in the Downtown Film Festival Los Angeles. Having know each other since their formative years, Mickey and Nicole have come together to form a bond, a family, and... an entertaining film about two people who meet and form a suicide pact. With a two person cast, in 30 minute-uncut takes, and made only for $10k (with a little help from an alma mater), this is truly what independent cinema is about. Keep an eye out for Mickey's webisodes of "Pirate Ninja Adventure Go!", which will hit the web in September '09. Links: http://downtownla.bside.com/2009/films/commit_downtownla2009 http://www.dffla.com/ http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0986346/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2584883/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0086163/ http://www.filmgo.net/NowPlaying/Commit/tabid/148/Default.aspx

Welcome to Episode 5 of “The Art of The Interview with Steven Adams” In this episode, Steve has the privilege and high honor to speak with the legendary Seymour Cassel. Seymour's new film, "Reach For Me", is screening at DFFLA, Friday, August 14, 7:30pm. This interview is a treasure, as Mr. Cassel winds stories of Cassavetes, Los Angeles, the art of acting, his start, his collaborations with independent filmmakers throughout his long and lustrous career and much, much more. Listen, be charmed, and come see his latest film, "Reach For Me" at the Downtown Film Festival Los Angeles. Links: http://downtownla.bside.com/2009/films/reachforme_downtownla2009 http://www.dffla.com/

Welcome to Episode 4 of “The Art of The Interview with Steven Adams” Meet Noel Lawrence, Film Scholar, Curator, and Archivist. Steven and Noel discuss Noel's participation in the Downtown Film Festival Los Angeles. Noel curated "City of Angles" for DFFLA. "City of Angles" is a gallery of work from artists mainly based in Los Angeles that is in the Cinema Lounge throughout DFFLA. This lounge and gallery is Free for ticket holders. On Sunday, August 16, DJ Pelau spins from 5pm to 11pm. Noel also has a short film in DFFLA, "J.X. William's L.A.", which screens Sunday, August 16 at 5pm. Steven and Noel also discuss the legendary, J.X. Williams and his impact on our lives and culture. Links: http://www.dffla.com/events.php http://www.othercinemadvd.com/ http://www.provocateurdvd.com/ http://www.microcinema.com/ hhttp://downtownla.bside.com/2009/films/jxwilliamsla_downtownla2009 http://therumpus.net/2009/08/chasing-j-x-williams-the-rumpus-interview-with-noel-lawrence/

Welcome to Episode 3 of “The Art of The Interview with Steven Adams” Steven interviews Rex Bruce, Director of Digital Art, Los Angeles. Instrumental in creating the happening that is now the monthly downtown Los Angeles Art Walk, Rex has curated an International Video Installation for the Downtown Film Festival Los Angeles. The premiere of this installation for DFFLA is Thursday, August 13, from noon to 10pm at the Rowan Lofts, at 5th and Spring in downtown Los Angeles. In this exhibit you will discover digital works from around the world and around the U.S. The exhibit is also open Friday, August 14, from noon 5pm and Saturday, August 15, from noon to 5pm, with a special reception just for the exhibit at the Rowan Gallery from 6p to 9pm. Downtown LA Art Walk is a Free event, from noon to 9pm, on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Links: http://www.dffla.com/events.php http://www.lacda.com/ http://www.downtownartwalk.com/ http://www.rowan-lofts.com/

Welcome to Episode 2 of “The Art of The Interview with Steven Adams” In Episode 2, Steven interviews, filmmakers and DFFLA board members Rashid Bahati and Jaymes A. Hines. Rashid Bahati is the curator of bringing in African and African Diaspora films to the festival. Jaymes A. Hines is responsible for bringing the lost film, “Jackson 5 in Africa” to DFFLA. Locked away for over thirty years, this will be the last time this film is seen theatrically for quite some time. Come enjoy a conversation that ranges from DFFLA to Negritude to the positive effects of technology, to beyond and back. “Jackson 5 in Africa” screens Saturday, August 22nd. Links: http://downtownla.bside.com/2009/films/jackson5inafrica_downtownla2009 www.dffla.com