Today's episode features a discussion with Tobias LaMontagne (@tobiaslamontagne) an accomplished filmmaker based in Massachusetts, US. With a diverse range of experience in creating music videos, narrative films, and promotional content, Tobias has worked with esteemed clients such as Sony Music Entertainment, Rounder Records, and RCA Records, among others.His unique style, heavily influenced by classical cinema, showcases colorful and abstract imagery, combined with meticulously crafted set pieces and striking cinematography. Tobias's work has been showcased in national and international film festivals, including the PBS Online Film Festival, the National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY), and the Scout Film FestivalOur conversation today focuses on but is not limited to:stop motion videoart directioncreating uniquely styled music videosworking with a client when they are also an artistwhen to execute your client's ideas and revisions vs. suggesting your own ideas due to your expertisethe difference in finding joy creating for yourself vs creating for clientsIf you're listening on Spotify you can now interact with us directly by typing your thoughts, opinions, or questions in the Q & A section. We read them and publish them. It's a great way to make these episodes more of a two conversation so be sure to add your two cents after each episode!Here is the music video created by Tobias that we repeatedly reference in this episode for Ray LaMontagne's new single "Broken Sky":  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZI3F1TrEQ8Here is the LinkTree to everything involving Tobias's business and creative work: https://linktr.ee/tobiaslamontagneThanks to Tamron Americas for being our lead sponsor this episode! You can check out their website below to see their full lineup of camera lenses or visit your nearest photo retailer to purchase their products:https://tamron-americas.com/Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from our podcast episodes! Donations help with the fees related to hosting the show:https://paypal.me/podcasttpm?country.x=CA&locale.x=en_USThanks for listening!Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.@sethmacey@mantis_photography@thephotographermindsetSupport the show