[Our understandinG] If we strip away all the societal baggage that comes with the mention of ‘science’ today, the word is simply a stand-in for the idea of knowing. We all have an innate thirst for knowledge, a curiosity that drives us to ask questions, to understand more. There are myriad paths to knowing, which gives collaboration the capacity to create small miracles.

[Our approach] Our approach to producing is one that begins with questions, continues with conversation, and blossoms through shared wisdoms to arrive at meaningful media. Time and again we have been part of work that thrives at the intersection of institutional and community knowledge, learning from people & place, theory & practice. This is why our projects always dedicate ample time to introductions, ensuring that the work begins and proceeds from a place of authenticity. If that makes sense for you, your project, organization, community or campaign, let’s have a call! If it doesn’t, do send us a message anyways asking, “what are you talking about?”
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Work with Garrafón
This studio ‘works’ how we aspire to live—holding a sense of ecology and connection at the forefront of all that we do, applying natural principles like circularity, organic thinking, reuse and adaptation. Taking into account a project’s primary deliverable, be it film, a stills photography shoot, or an awareness campaign, our process is a practice of plurality, designing media for multiple use cases with a multi-faceted value proposition that can be of service in perpetuity.

Bottom line is, we generate images that carry meaning…to be published, shared, repurposed and repositioned, from the final product to the clips off the cutting room floor. And speaking of bottom line, ours always considers three value metrics: social, environmental, and economic contribution.

For all inquiries, theme-specific samples and reels please get in touch!
Audiovisual Services

scientific & technical imaging

Image capture for marine & coastal ecosystems, designed for qualitative and quantitative data collection, periodic monitoring, behavioral observation, illustrative purposes and more.

Impact-based messaging

End-to-end film production services for projects of any size/scope—from narrative concepts & story writing to shoot logistics, production and post, we specialize in research and socio-environmental projects that involve fieldwork, technical information and isolated work locations to draw your message to the appropriate spotlight.

Underwater videography

Cinematographer/Director of Photography for hire leveraging local knowledge and expertise, and in-house professional video equipment for TV & broadcast, independent film, community activism & outreach activities.
Applying a cinematic lens to interdisciplinary science, conservation, and community projects.
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Context of Choice:
Globally, with priority for projects in the Americas & Caribbean
Writing for screen, print, & science outreach
Aerial, underwater & terrestrial videography
Still photography & photojournalism
Film direction
RED KOMODO digital cinema camera under the waves on a bright, breezy day in the Eastern Pacific
La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico

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