It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since the shooting at Virginia Tech. I've been hesitant to speak to media about the anniversary because of all the ways that coverage can go wrong (e.g. exploiting victims, drawing attention to shooters, etc.), but I agreed to this front page story and was thankful that reporter Rachel Ohm focused on The Story of the Stuff, what it means to process grief, and violence prevention efforts.
Interview on All Things Considered
Over the Labor Day weekend, NPR's All Things Considered aired a story where I was asked to comment on the practice of preserving temporary memorials. You can listen to the full story here.
Review of Filmgate Exhibit & 'The Story of the Stuff' in Filmmaker Magazine
I had a wonderful experience creating a site-specific installation of The Story of the Stuff and presenting the web documentary at Filmgate Interactive. Thanks so much for the great review, Lauren Wissot/Filmmaker Magazine:
"Finally, there was my biggest find of the fest, ...At heart The Story of the Stuff is a thrillingly populist project, and one that serves as a living document of remembrance in the wake of incomprehensible death."
Read the full article here.
The Story of the Stuff - In The Media
With the third anniversary of the Sandy Hook School shooting, The Story of the Stuff was mentioned in a few different places. Here's a recap of some of the press:
From Diane Orsen,WNPR - Connecticut Public Radio: "Redirecting Sympathy After Mass Shootings Toward Those Who Can Effect Change."
From Paul Kix for The Trace. Thetrace.org: "65,000 Teddy Bears for Newtown, and One Man to Sort the World’s Grief."
From Elizabeth Van Brocklin for The Trace. Thetrace.org: "This Documentary Explores the Deeper Meaning of the Gifts That Pour in After Mass Shootings Comments."