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Episode 48 - From Burnout to Filmmaking with Tara Massey In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt interview Tara Massey, who, alongside her husband Jason, founded Dove Light Studios. The discussion covers Tara's journey from running a photography business to establishing a film studio and producing their first full feature film, 'Do Not Grow Weary', featuring Dean Cain. Tara shares experiences about working with JC Films, challenges faced, and how their faith has guided their creative endeavors. She also introduces her podcast, 'Movie Worthy Stories,' which aims to showcase true stories and potential film adaptations. Additionally, Tara discusses her background in acting, ultra-running, and the personal impact of creativity and storytelling on her life.Welcome and IntroductionThe Birth of Dove Light StudiosTransition to Video ProductionThe Turning Point: Burnout and RevivalCreating 'Do Not Grow Weary'Current Projects at Dove Light StudiosThe Movie Worthy Stories PodcastThe Power of TestimonyFinding Purpose: Tara's Acting JourneyFamily InvolvementFavorite GenreThe Impact of ArtThe impact of Mark Hall and Casting CrownsDo not Grow Weary: Movie DetailsTara Masey is a mom of 2, a loving wife, and a child of God. She's also an actress and a producer. She and her husband founded Dovelight studios, She worked with Dean Cain on her most recent project, which she and her husband produced with their film club.Dove Light Studios: https://www.dovelightphotography.com/Tara on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=taraelizabethmasseyTara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraelizabethmassey/Featured Ad: Mark Stewart Iverson's "For Prophet": https://forprophetfilm.com/The Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers, talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association Support Faith & Family Filmmakers Our mission is to help filmmakers who share a Christian Worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. If you would like to assist with the costs of producing this podcast, you can help by leaving a tip.Get Email Notifications Enter the Faith & Family Screenwriting Awards festival Faith and Family Screenwriting Academy: https://www.faffassociation.com/Script Notes and Coaching: https://www.faffassociation.com/script-servicesCopyright 2024 Ivan Ann Productions
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