Meet Chris Williams

We had the good fortune of connecting with Chris Williams and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Chris, Let’s talk about principles and values – what matters to you most?
The most important value is empathy. People often take for granted the connection between the couple getting married and the love they have for each other. There are subtle details that are often overlooked, even by the couple themselves. The beauty of film is that it reveals the transparency in that connection, especially when the couple begins to forget they’re being recorded. It’s often those candid shots and signs of empathy that speak the loudest to the couple’s love. These videos provide a glimpse into the true feelings for those outside of the marriage. For the couple, they serve as a testament to their affection—a testament they can reflect on during the best and worst moments in their lifetime of marriage.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
They say the way you speak is the way you learn. I’ve always described the world around me in a very picturesque way. I’ve always gravitated towards sunsets, the different colors of leaves on the trees, and human behavior, and I love music—both listening to it and creating it. I believe there are particular muscles that are built when we own the way we learn, which unlock our most original perspectives. I’ve been graced to find a medium in film where the way I learn intersects with what I create, which is great because it’s very fulfilling and feels very personal.

I got my start in acting seven years ago, and I did that for about five years before landing a role on Netflix’s Raising Dion, where I had the chance to play the older version of him in Season 2’s flash-forward scene. Interestingly enough, I played the “Mind Mover” who could move things with his mind. Although it was just a fictional character, the reality of being a person who has to understand the world figuratively and conceptually made me feel like I was definitely on the right track.

Once the pandemic hit, many things in the industry slowed down, so I decided to get involved behind the camera. I didn’t originally believe it would be fulfilling, but it actually allowed me to have even more of a voice. As an actor, you just restate the lines others have written, but behind the camera, you can communicate with lighting philosophies, cinematic language, and musicality, among other things.

I want others to know that finding your path and purpose unlocks the best version of yourself and helps you find your way forward. It was only natural that Heartstring Films would present itself as a great business idea. A friend of mine, Vernon Holman, whom I met at a networking event, wanted to discuss a business idea a few months later. Not only did wedding videography seem like a great idea, but my experience with documentary filmmaking had also cultivated the right skills to aptly transfer to our new business.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
One thing has remained the same since moving to Georgia: although I’ve tried many creative endeavors, my favorite environment is still nature. I would definitely take my friends or loved ones out to see how beautiful Arabia Mountain is. I love hanging out in nature; there’s something about being in an environment where everything just naturally works itself out, where nothing is wasted, where there are no mistakes, just opportunities to learn.

One of my favorite locations is Arabia Mountain, a huge granite outcrop with some of the rarest plants in the world and 15,000 years of history. I also love Roswell Mill, which has a beautiful old waterfall, rapids, and a cool bridge. To me, that’s my kind of exciting. I think it all boils down to how you want to look at the situation, but having a unique experience makes for great filmmaking.

When it comes to the city of Atlanta, I’ve recently been enjoying the live music scene, particularly at Kat’s Cafe, which has an R&B open mic on Thursday nights that’s always packed.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Heartstring Films is a two-man crew, and I’m grateful to be able to focus solely on the creative components of filmmaking. That’s because my business partner, Vernon Holman, is the Head of Operations, handling our business logistics. He definitely deserves recognition because this endeavor into wedding videography would not have been possible without his vision.

Website: https://www.heartstringfilms.com

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