The Art of the Grind

Your guide to surviving and thriving in the digital age. Creative entrepreneurs, freelancers, and working artists talk about the keys to their success and the lessons from their failures. Hosted by Drew Lewis and Caleb Auston, this is the Art of the Grind. Whether you’re an up-and-coming artist and feeling the isolation of putting in hundreds of hours by yourself, or a struggling entrepreneur hoping to learn new survival techniques during these trying times -- the grind is real. We might not have all the answers, but in this podcast we’ll explore unique perspectives from self-made professionals and champion the idea of community. None of us are in this alone. Subscribe and stay on your grind! The Art of the Grind theme music was written and composed by Caleb Auston. © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.

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Justin Jones: Staying Hungry

April 14, 2020 • Drew Lewis & Caleb Auston, Justin Jones • Season 1 • Episode 4

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Justin Jones (@justinjonesdp) is a cinematographer, editor, Youtube instructor and all-around creative entrepreneur living in Los Angeles. He’s got three feature films under his belt, and has shot countless music videos for artists like Jaden Smith, G-Eazy, Tyga, Trippie Redd, and Hopsin. In this episode we talk about film school vs. the self-taught approach, the importance of saying no, and what to do when you’re feeling burned out, and more.

You can find Justin’s editing effects and presets at Six Forty Studio. He also owns and manages Beam Studio, an incredibly versatile and affordable studio space located in Van Nuys, California.

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(Originally recorded on December 7, 2019)

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