” One of the great pleasures in picking up a skateboarding mag is flipping immediately to the center spreads, where the full-page photos live. For a few generally uninterrupted pages, words take a backseat to moments captured by the industry’s best lensmen — magic lighting, consequential tricks and high-profile pros corralled together in places revered or undiscovered.

These galleries fulfill the need to be inspired by something greater than yourself, a reason to walk bloodied back up your local stairs or drop in one more time. But when it comes down to everyday rolling around, sometimes it’s the more pedestrian images that move us.

With Instagram on every kid’s omnipresent phone, the ability to freeze any frame and share it with your circle is universal. Clicking a “like” button shows not only your appreciation for a well-filtered shot, but also your engagement with a particular moment. You know that feeling.

On May 23, Asymbol and Brain Farm launched their “Why I Skate” contest, where photographers of any skill level could upload images that best answered that question. Through Wednesday, the judges — professional photographer Tim Zimmerman, skate-film guru Ty Evans and “Art of Flight” cinematic mastermind Curt Morgan — will continue to review the submissions to select the one photo they believe defines the essence of motivation. Fans can weigh in to determine the Voters’ Choice.

“The idea came from the fact that, at Asymbol, we feel really connected to all forms of board riding,” says Asymbol managing director Alex Hillinger. “Brain Farm has made a real big push into skateboarding with hiring Ty Evans, and we just launched this new piece by Tim Zimmerman of this photo of Sky Siljeg skating a fullpipe, screened onto a birch panel. They’re working on a skate film, we’re doing skate art, so we thought, ‘Let’s do a contest that looks at skate photography from an artistic standpoint — not necessarily an editorial standpoint, but more looking at photography where it works on all levels. Where what’s going on in the photos has artistic value that kind of stands on its own as a piece of art as opposed to just a photo of somebody doing a trick.”

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Check out the full ESPN Article and Ten Highlight Entries Slide Show Here - http://xgames.espn.go.com/scene/article/9357993/asymbol-brain-farm-hold-why-skate-photo-contest

Brain Farm has partnered with Nimia, a new company that is redefining video management and licensing.

Check out Brain Farm’s own Nimia library !

Nimia and Brain Farm are at OFFF 2013 Creative Conference in Barcelona!

Nimia is producing OFFF’s Motion Portraits booth that is directed by Ty Evans and the team at Brain Farm Digital Cinema.

The mission of  this project is simply to capture and preserve iconic motion portraits of the artists who set precedence in the industry and are stars of the OFFF conference. The “Faces of OFFF” will be shot on the Phantom camera @ 1000fps.

We want to capture your character and preserve your image for generations to come.

Captured portraits will be turned into a creative edit by Ty Evans.

Individual motion portraits will also be available on Nimia !

“Faces of OFFF”

Presented by Nimia®

Directed by Ty Evans and Brain Farm Digital Cinema

Creative: Ty Evans, Derik Olsen, Chris Murphy, Zach McIntosh, Elliot Lindsey, Greg Wheeler

Pre Pro Style Frames: Derik Olsen, Ty Evans, Greg Wheeler

Executive Producers: Zach McIntosh of Nimia and Chad Jackson of Brain Farm Digital Cinema

Producer: Elliot Lindsey of The Lever

Supported by: Hewlett Packard, Brain Farm Digital Cinema, OFFF, Cut & Paste

Model: Yvonne Reddy

Visit: www.nimia.com, www.offf.ws, www.cutandpaste.com, www.heliocollective.com

SkateBoarder Mag gets the photos of a recent Brain Farm shoot run by popular skateboard film director Ty Evans in LA .  There was no stopping this production as Ty Evans, Guy Mariano, Torrey Pudwill, and Sean Malto (to name a few) sent the invite out to ALL skaters in the LA area to gather for an epic day of filming.

Check out the good times.

http://www.skateboardermag.com/features/mehrings-bearings-a-week-in-la-brain-farm-shoot/#3dc3621d99

Photos by Jonathan Mehring

Travis Rice is known for pushing limits and Nat Geo is giving him opportunity to be voted for Adventurer of 2012 with other High Named Celebs like Jeremy Jones. See the article Below !

Snowboarder Travis Rice

A snowboarder takes freestyle trickery to the world’s most intimidating descents.

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Travis Rice’s father was in the ski patrol at Wyoming’s Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. And like many dads, he raised his son to follow in his ski tracks. Fortunately for snowboarding, things didn’t go as planned.

A decade ago and unheard of at the time, Rice arrived at Snowboardermagazine’s Superpark contest at Mammoth Mountain, launched a now legendary backside rodeo across a 117-foot gap jump, and left a star. Since then, Rice has developed into the best all-around snowboarder in the world: He is equally capable of showing up to win a slope style event in Aspen as he is in pioneering a first descent in the remote Darwin Range on the tip of South America. The 29-year-old makes use of all the tools in a snowboarder’s quiver—big-mountain tenacity, acrobatics, and snow and mountain sense, often in a single descent. And 2011 was the apex so far in Rice’s career.

Filming for the highly anticipated film The Art of Flight, which he co-produced with Brain Farm Digital Cinema’s Curt Morgan and Chad Jackson, Rice took the staggering aerial tricks usually reserved for the relative safety of the manicured, avalanche-controlled terrain parks made popular by the X Games and the Olympics, and applied them to the big mountains. In these peaks, a fall could mean tumbling down a vertical face or being swept into a gaping crevasse. Rice performed them all while under the watchful eye of director Curt Morgan’s superslow motion camera.

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http://adventure.nationalgeographic.com/adventure/adventurers-of-the-year/2012/travis-rice/

“CAMP WOODWARD” PREMIERES ON HULU, HULU PLUS AND OUTSIDE TV

Camp Woodward Returns for a Sixth Season and Expands its Reach across Multiple Platforms

Woodward, Penn. (March 15, 2013) – Camp Woodward, in partnership with Brain Farm Digital Cinema, today announced the premiere of its original series “Camp Woodward” on the free, ad-supported Hulu and Hulu Plus subscription service on March 16, one week before its March 23 (10:30 a.m. ET) television premiere on Outside Television.

“We wanted to maximize our reach with this season’s ‘Camp Woodward’, which is why we’ve expanded the show to multiple platforms,” said Gary Ream, president of Camp Woodward. “By premiering on Hulu, Hulu Plus and Outside Television, audiences everywhere will be able to experience a little bit of the magic of what Camp Woodward is all about.”

In its sixth season, “Camp Woodward” follows a cast of talented young skateboarders whose professional aspirations inspire them to leave home to hone their talents and pursue their dreams at the camp. The non-scripted series captures the imagination of audiences around the world as it documents the real lives and stories of young people as they ride alongside both peers and professionals in the ultimate summer sports camp environment.

“Camp Woodward” originally aired on FUEL TV, a cable channel within the Fox Networks Group, in 2007 and ran for five consecutive seasons. Earlier this fall Camp Woodward announced a partnership with Emmy-award winning Brain Farm to produce season six.

Brain Farm established itself as the leader in action and adventure programming with commercially successful films such as The Art of Flight, which in 2011 broke worldwide sales records for the genre. Also known for its epic cinematography and production credits, Brain Farm earned an Emmy for its cinematic contributions on National Geographic Channel’s Great Migrations.

“It has been an incredible experience working on this season,” said Dave Paine, executive director for ‘Camp Woodward’. “’Camp Woodward’ is one of the few reality television shows where you don’t have to manufacture the stories. These are real kids experiencing two weeks at a summer camp like no other in the world.”

Following its premiere on Hulu and Hulu Plus, “Camp Woodward” will be available for download on iTunes.

View the trailer here:

About Camp Woodward
Founded in 1970 in rural central Pennsylvania, Camp Woodward facilities host thousands of aspiring and professional action sports, gymnastics and cheer athletes from around the world, including current and future Olympians. The company recently expanded its properties to include training facilities for snowboarding and skiing, including Woodward Tahoe and Woodward at Copper Mountain, Colorado; summer camps at Woodward West in Southern California; and Woodward Beijing outside of Beijing, China. For more information on Camp Woodward, please visit www.campwoodward.com

About Brain Farm
Brain Farm Digital Cinema is one of the most sought-after production companies in filmed entertainment. Built on a reputation of delivering the highest quality and commercially successful action, adventure and lifestyle productions, Brain Farm has expanded into an Emmy Award winning production and development company that spans across commercial, film, television, and digital entertainment. Brain Farm’s headquarters are in Jackson, Wyoming with television development run out of Los Angeles, CA. Brain Farm’s feature film and television business is represented by William Morris Endeavor. For more information on Brain Farm, please visit www.brainfarmcinema.com

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In this ESPN Article you get the details on who Ty Evans is and why he is the perfect fit with Brain Farm’s Skate project.

ESPN Writes – “Award-winning skateboard filmmaker Ty Evans has teamed up with production powerhouse Brain Farm Digital Cinema, according to a statement released this week.
A Southern California native, Evans has been making skateboarding films since he purchased his first camera at a thrift store more than 20 years ago. Best known for his work with the Girl Skateboards (“Pretty Sweet”) and Lakai Footwear (“Fully Flared”), Evans also works as a director for hire. To his credit, he’s even directed a commercial for Chevrolet that featured professional skateboarder Rob Dyrdek making a car kickflip, which aired during the 2012 Super Bowl.
Evans, a long time friend of Brain Farm’s CEO Curtis Morgan, told XGames.com about his new venture, “We’ve been talking about me doing this for a long time. It hasn’t been something that I just figured out right now, I always knew that when I finished “Pretty Sweet” that’s what I wanted to do.” Evans continued, “I’m going to Brain Farm to make my next skate film. Each one of my skate films I want to make bigger and better than the last one and Brain Farm has amazing tools and resources for me to be able to do that.”
Brain Farm Digital Cinema, based out of Jackson, Wyo., was founded by filmmakers who revolutionized snowboarding videos with their use of aerial photography, pushing the limits of what is possible with groundbreaking films like “That’s It, That’s All” and “The Art of Flight.” From concept through post-production, Brain Farm utilizes revolutionary technology and has developed equipment specifically to capture action.
Of moving into the realm of skateboard films and their latest addition to their creative team, Morgan said, “We love the sport of skate and it’s such an important part of board sports culture that Brain Farm is so passionate about. Ty and I have been friends for quite awhile now and I could not have dreamed up a better situation than this. Ty is such a creative artist and he is hands down the best filmmaker in skate.”
Evans’ primary focus, and reason for enlisting with Brain Farm, is to make the production company’s first skate film and to make his farthest reaching to date. Evans explains, “I think it makes sense for me to do a skateboard film that can reach the masses and a production company like Brain Farm is a perfect fit because they come from skateboarding and snowboarding. Curt, the owner of Brain Farm, has been skateboarding since he was a kid and I think we’re on the same page.”…..

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Brain Farm Welcomes Ty Evans Video Release…

Check out UTV Guide.Net where the Cine Rzr stars as  UTV of the Month – January 2013

UTV Guide.Net  - “Brain Farm is creative production studio that specializes in the finest in action entertainment. They are based in Jackson, WY and are best known for  their incredible snowboard films. They also produce TV, commercial and all kinds of other amazing entertainment.

The “Cinema RZR” is used to capture high end cinematography in places no ordinary camera vehicle can go. The Mattracks rubber track system is mounted up for use on snowy slopes or cruising around on groomed snow roads. And to help push the RZR through deep snow and up steep ski slopes, an Aerocharger turbo system was added.”

Catch the Cine Rzr in Action here :

Finish the UTV of the Month article here: http://www.utvguide.net/utv_of_the_month_january_2013.htm

THE ART OF FLIGHT 3D: TRAVIS RICE INTERVIEW  via Red Bull

‘The Art of FLIGHT 3D,’ the remarkable snowboarding movie conceived by pro rider Travis Rice, will have its world premiere Friday at the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain.

Rice, who was last seen on board the Team Oracle USA America’s Cup boat, recently spoke about the 3D version of ‘The Art of FLIGHT’ and what it took to accomplish the feat of making the most epic snowboarding film in history even better.

What can audiences expect, especially those who have already seen it the first time around?

Seeing the film in 3D is like the difference from watching it on your iPhone to experiencing it on home theater Blu-ray. I was blown away by how great it looks. It truly is a more evolved and, dare I say, different film in 3D.

In addition to starring in the movie you also serve as executive producer, did you have any input into the 3D transfer?

Yeah, we worked with Venture 3D on making sure all the perspectives were properly represented in the 3D conversion. (Director) Curt Morgan and Red Bull Media House really spent some time on getting this thing to come to fruition.

Was it always the plan to release movie in 3D?

It was a plan that kind of evolved along with the production of the film. We weren’t sure it was going to happen, but Curt prepared a lot of the shots and scenes to work better in a 3D format.

How will the 3D bring us even further into the action?

It takes you in. It really highlights the level of cinematography and depth of feel that Curt Morgan and Brain Farm were able to achieve while shooting the film. It really just enhances the experience, plain and simple.

Finish the Interview Here

Curt Morgan & Travis Rice  on  ESPN – 50 Most Influential People In Actions Sports 

With all the end of the year lists, ESPN knew they had a chance to recognize those who stand out in the action sports world. They put together a gallery highlighting the 50 most influential figures that push the envelope daily.  Brain Farm’s very own Curt Morgan is high on the list at number 6, for his vision and ability to redefine Snowboard films. Number 5 is partner in crime, Travis Rice, who as one of the worlds best Pro Snowboarders, is a permanent influence on the future of Snowboarding. No way they are finished either, still great things to come from these two – watch out.

See the full article at   ESPN 50 Most Influential People in Action Sports

This is a power duo for the future of both Snowboarding and Filming

ACTION SPORT STARS ATTEND ART OF FLIGHT 3D PREMIERE IN ANTICIPATION OF EXCLUSIVE NATIONWIDE SCREENINGS, DECEMBER 7TH
By John Poulin

Santa Monica, Calif. – On a fittingly stormy night in Los Angeles, over 500 eager winter sports fans were transported to some of the world’s best snowboarding destinations via the Art of Flight 3D experience, which premiered in Santa Monica on Thursday, November 29th. The exclusive event was attended by one of the film’s star snowboarders John Jackson and filmmaker Curt Morgan and even included appearances by stars Gerard Butler and True Blood’s Ryan Kwanten. Additionally, an array of action sports stars including pro skater Brandon Biebel and BMXers Anthony Napolitan, Drew Bezanson, Mike “Hucker” Clark and Brandon Dosch packed two AMC theatres along with hundreds of fans eager to see the evolution of snowboard filmmaking.

While the first chance to see the film on the big screen was only for a lucky few, this Friday fans across the country will get a chance to experience theThe Art of FLIGHT 3D during a one night exclusive screening in select AMC theaters. Go to www.artofflightmovie.com for a list of theatres in markets including New York, Boston, Seattle, San Francisco, Spokane, Denver, Salt Lake City, Charlotte and Minneapolis.

“Typically I don’t even like 3D films, but when I saw The Art of FLIGHT in 3D, it changed my whole opinion. It really makes the film come alive,” said filmmaker Curt Morgan after reviewing the final cut.

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