Client Testimonial:

To Whom It May Concern:

Recently we hired Shatterglass Studios to create a promotional 8-10 minute film to introduce our company to prospective clients. We are very skilled at creating and restoring stained glass windows, however we are very limited in our knowledge of film making! So it was a large leap of faith to hire a company to produce this video. At the very first meeting with Brett and Luke we knew we had the right company. They were very attentive to our needs and truly just listened.

Sincerely,
Ron Weaver
Jacksonville Art Glass

A short film produced for the TEDxUIUC event that took place April 10th, 2010 in Champaign/Urbana Illinois. Presented by CCNet.

Champaign-Urbana. The Year is 2025

How has our community changed?

How have our lifestyles changed?

What stories will we tell about the way we lived in 2010?

Review:

Genius! The production quality is incredibly high, too (sound, visual, transitions, text, pace), especially given the (lack of) time and resources. The whole is focused beautifully on three innovations that are pragmatic and credible and already at root here. The science fiction dimension (extrapolation of present tech and its social impacts) is treated with realism and sense — there’s nothing far-fetched.

And the whole is humanized through sympathetic and believable interviews with real, diverse, interesting people — sure the solar house guy is nerdy, but he’s a nerd with a great life and a glass of wine. And advocacy is shown across groups, from city to university to students / grassroots to researchers to private individuals just making things work.

I was especially struck by the careful filming that gave a sense of progress that isn’t fully realized on the ground yet (that shot of the Twike in the complete street, e-powered / peddle-powered lane). Master stroke!

Kelly Searsmith, Ph.D.

Assistant Director for Planning and Development, edream Emerging Digital Research and Education in Arts Media Institute. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Testimonial:

“Shatterglass’s work has a high-quality finish that is typically only found in large studios in major metropolitan areas. They are very creative and are able to work under crushing deadlines when needed. It is awesome to have such talent right here in our community.”

Melia Smith, CCNet

Members of Shatterglass Studios were Co-Producers and Production Managers of the award winning dance-musical “Leading Ladies” (Summer 2009) starring Benji Schwimmer, (Season 2 winner of So You Think You Can Dance), Melanie LaPatin (choreographer of The Thomas Crowne Affair), cinematographer Pete Biagi (The Company and A Prairie Home Companion) and Tony Award winning costume designer Markas Henry (Elf, Thoroughly Modern Millie & Beauty and the Beast). This trailer has been viewed over 17,000 times in the last 4 months. The film recently won the 2010 Showcase Award at the Sonoma International Film Festival, played two nights at Newfest & received a positive review in Variety Magazine.

Winner "Jury Showcase Award" at the Sonoma International Film Festival, Outfest Film Festival, Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival, Outfest Film Festival, Newfest Film Festival, Kahbang Film Festival, QFest Film Festival

Read Variety's Analysis Of "Leading Ladies"

Client Testimonial:

Shatterglass simply took my vision to another level. It’s one thing to have someone believe in the things you live for… But nothing compares to being surrounded by guys who are dedicated to the delivery your passion. The “I Pledge Video” set a new standard for my company’s image.

Javae’ Wright Sr.
Chairman / CEO…Lead4Life, Inc.

Written and Directed: Alex Beh
Produced: Brett Hays, Rachel Reichard, Nathan Brown, Geoff Plitt, Bud Johnston
Co-produced: Santino Stoner
Executive Produced: Matt Wertz, Dave Barnes and Luke Boyce

In 2007, Shatterglass Studios produced the award winning short film “Sugar”. Since that time, “Sugar” has been an official selection in over 15 film festivals and won such awards as “Best Cinematography”, “Best Editing”, “Best Short Film” and “The Grand Jury Prize”. The film has been viewed over 20,000 times on Youtube (and other sites) and has been seen in festivals around the world.

Sugar is about a waiter, just your average Joe, becomes so infatuated with his mysteriously beautiful customer, Jane, that he cannot focus to do his job correctly. Upon her request for sugar in her coffee, his imagination creates elaborate fantasies about a life with her including romantic walks in the park, a marriage proposal, wedding, etc. Lapsing in and out of reality and fantasy, comedy ensues on all fronts. In the end, though, was it ALL just in his head? Visit: sugar-theshort.com for more information

AWARDS:

Client Testimonial:

Brett, Luke and staff,

We are thrilled with the commercials that you produced for our firm. You clearly and and effectively conveyed the images for which we were striving. You guys were the upmost professionals throughout the process.

Sincerely,
Douglas L. Skinner, CFP, MBA
James D. Copper, CFP, CLU
Ryan J. Ehmen, CPA