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ITALY, HERE WE COME AGAIN! 🇮🇹🌊🎬

Another country. Another festival. Another opportunity for the stories of the Mississippi Delta to travel.

We are grateful to announce that The River has been named an OFFICIAL SELECTION of the 44th Vesuvio International Movie Awards in Italy!

And yes...this one brought another smile. 😊

When we began this documentary, we weren't thinking about how many countries it might reach or how many festivals would recognize it.

We were thinking about the people.

Their stories.
Their history.
Their memories.
Their humanity.
And the responsibility that comes with being trusted to document them.

More than a year after completing the film, those stories continue to find their way into new spaces.

We've celebrated wins.
We've experienced rejections.
We've learned from both.

And somehow, The River keeps flowing.

The next chapter with Vesuvio comes November 10, when we'll learn whether the film advances as a Finalist or receives Semifinalist recognition.

For now, we're simply grateful to be included.

To our incredible team, the people of the Delta, and everyone who continues to support this journey...thank you.

From the Mississippi Delta to Italy.

Another bend in the river.

Still, The River moves. 🌊

#TheRiver #VesuvioInternationalMovieAwards #DocumentaryFilm #IndependentFilm #PichardoProductionsLLC

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THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY | THE MOMENTS BETWEEN THE MOMENTS 🎨🎬

October 20, 2026

Going through the Urban Canvas: From The Underground Up archives, I find myself reflecting on just how much this journey has given us.

The photographs.
The footage.
The events.
The conversations.
The laughter.
The memories.
And the people we've had the privilege of meeting along the way.

Some moments were planned. Others happened when we least expected them.

And sometimes, those unexpected moments become the most meaningful.

When we started this documentary, we knew we wanted to tell a story about graffiti culture, its history, and the artists who helped shape it.

But somewhere along the way, the journey became about something much deeper.

The humanity behind the art.

The relationships.
The sacrifices.
The lessons passed between generations.
The trust that takes time to build.
And the stories that deserve to be heard.

I've come to appreciate that not every meaningful moment needs to make the final cut of a documentary to have value.

Some moments are simply meant to be experienced, remembered, and appreciated.

We're still learning. Still listening. Still building.

And while we still have plenty of work ahead, today I'm taking a moment to appreciate how far we've come, and everyone who has opened a door, shared a story, or simply let us into their world.

Because access is trust, and trust comes with responsibility.

Sometimes the greatest part of the journey isn't what we capture with the camera. It's what we carry with us long after we put it down.

Much love and gratitude to everyone who continues to be part of this journey. 🙏🏽❤️

🎥 Urban Canvas: From The Underground Up
🌐 www.urbancanvasdoc.com

#ThoughtfulTuesday #UrbanCanvasDoc #PichardoProductionsLLC #GraffitiCulture #DocumentaryFilmmaking

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MINDFUL MONDAY | THE STRUGGLE CONTINUES

October 19, 2026

Three years.

Three years of filming interviews, listening to stories, and watching Charles McLaurin's life and legacy unfold in front of our cameras.

Now, as I watch the working cuts Dr. Pablo Correa has been putting together, I find myself reflecting on something that still weighs heavily on me.

It's 2026.

And we're still having conversations about the right to vote.

The right to be heard.

The right to be treated with dignity.

The right to simply be recognized as human.

Charles lived through a time when those rights were openly denied to so many. He didn't just witness history. He participated in changing it.

And yet, generations later, we still confront questions about equality, access, and whose voices matter.

Sometimes, sitting behind the camera, you don't fully understand the weight of what you're capturing.

Not until you revisit the footage.

Not until you hear the stories again.

Not until you begin connecting the past to the present.

I've learned a great deal from Charles over these last three years. And watching Pablo carefully construct this story has reminded me that documentary filmmaking carries a responsibility far greater than simply capturing beautiful images.

We have a responsibility to listen. To preserve. To question. And to remember.

Because history isn't just something we study.

It's something we're still living.

Grateful to Charles for sharing his journey, to Pablo for his dedication to bringing this story together, and to everyone who continues working to preserve these voices.

The work continues.

And so does the struggle.

Mindful Monday. 🎬

🎥 Behind the scenes | Voices of Freedom — Charles McLaurin

🎵 Marvin Gaye — “Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)”

Music Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to the music featured in this video. “Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)” by Marvin Gaye belongs to its respective copyright holders. All rights reserved.

#MindfulMonday #CharlesMcLaurin #VoicesOfFreedom #PichardoProductionsLLC #DocumentaryFilmmaking

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#FBF | YESTERDAY'S PRICE IS NOT TODAY'S PRICE. 🎬🚁

"Yesterday's price is not today's price."

Fat Joe said it. Pusha T brought it into "Diet Coke." And today, those words carry a different meaning.

Another Friday. Another journey through the archives.

Drone flights.
Behind-the-scenes moments.
Film productions.
Community events.
Different places. Different people. Different experiences.

Every moment contributed something.

A lesson.
A relationship.
A new perspective.
An opportunity to grow.

The equipment has evolved.
The storytelling has evolved.
The opportunities have evolved.
And so have I.

But the foundation remains the same.

Gratitude. Intention. Purpose. Consistency.

Yesterday's price isn't just about money.

It's about experience earned, lessons learned, relationships built, and the value of showing up when nobody was watching.

Still learning.
Still building.
Still evolving.

Because growth isn't about forgetting where you started. It's about honoring the journey while raising the standard.

And the work continues. 🎥

🎵 Music: "Diet Coke" — Pusha T
🎙️ Opening vocal: Fat Joe — "Yesterday's price is not today's price."

Music belongs to its respective artists, songwriters, publishers, and rights holders. Pichardo Productions LLC does not own or claim rights to the music. Used for creative accompaniment; no affiliation or endorsement is implied.

#FBF #PichardoProductionsLLC #CreativeEvolution #UrbanCanvas

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#FBF | FROM THE FRIENDLY SKIES — AUSTIN, TX 🚁

Taking another trip through the archives.

This time, Austin, Texas.
Circa 2023.

Skateboards.
BMX bikes.
Scooters.
Graffiti.
And a whole lot of movement.

Just a few overhead drone shots from the skate park, watching people do what they love.

Different ages.
Different styles.
Different levels of experience.

But all sharing the same space.

There's something special about places like these.

They bring people together through creativity, movement, practice, and a shared appreciation for the culture.

From above, you see it all come together from a different perspective.

No interviews.
No elaborate production.
Just people, their passions, and a camera capturing a moment.

Another place.
Another experience.
Another memory from the archives.

From the Friendly Skies…

📍 Austin, Texas | Circa 2023
🚁 Aerial Cinematography | Pichardo Productions #AustinTexas #SkateCulture #DroneCinematography #pichardoproductionsllc PichardoProductionsLLC

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🎬 THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS | 30 DAYS TO KAOS DAY 🔥

More than music.
More than entertainment.
More than an artist behind a microphone.

This is TOTAL KAOS.

With KAOS DAY just one month away, we're taking a journey through the music, visuals, messages, and creative expressions that have helped define his work.

And we're starting with something that carries a powerful message.

"Something Ain't Right."

A song and visual project inspired by the tragic death of Kendrick Johnson in Valdosta, Georgia.

Rather than simply telling the story from a distance, Total Kaos and his team traveled to Georgia to help bring awareness to the case and the questions surrounding Kendrick's death.

Sometimes an artist's responsibility extends beyond creating music.

Sometimes it's about standing for something.

Using your voice.
Using your platform.
Using your creativity to bring attention to stories that deserve to be heard.

But that's only one dimension of Total Kaos.

Over the coming weeks, we'll share excerpts from different projects, highlighting the music, visuals, messages, and creative journey.

Different sounds.
Different stories.
Different expressions.

One artist. One voice. One purpose.

And perhaps that's what makes art so powerful.

It's not always about the music itself, but the human being behind it, the experiences that shape it, and the messages that continue long after the music stops.

This is just the beginning.

🗓️ KAOS DAY IS COMING.

Stay tuned. There's more to the story.

🎬 Pichardo Productions LLC

#KaosDay #TotalKaos #JusticeForKendrickJohnson #HipHopCulture #PichardoProductionsLLC

We share music and video excerpts to spotlight the original creative works of Total Kaos and his collaborators. All rights remain with their respective copyright holders. Pichardo Productions LLC does not claim ownership of third-party music or video content

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WU WEDNESDAY | THE STORIES THAT REMAIN 👐🏽🎬

Taking another journey through the archives.

This time, back to the Mississippi Delta. June 2025.

A band performing during a Juneteenth celebration.

The water tower in Ruleville, Mississippi.

The clock tower in Sumner.

Different places.
Different moments.
Different stories.

Yet something connects them.

History.

Community.

Culture.

And the people who continue to carry these stories forward.

One thing I've learned over years of documenting the Mississippi Delta is that history isn't just something we read about.

It's something we encounter.

In the places we visit.
In the music we hear.
In the conversations we share.
And in the communities that continue to preserve their identities across generations.

The Delta has taught me to look beyond what is immediately visible.

To listen before speaking.

To understand before interpreting.

And to recognize that every place has a story worth preserving.

For today's Wu Wednesday, I'm pairing these moments with Wu-Tang Clan's “A Better Tomorrow.”

Different generations. Different musical traditions. But a reminder that the past, present, and future are connected through the stories we choose to carry forward.

Because remembering where we've been is part of understanding where we hope to go.

And perhaps that's where a better tomorrow begins.

Peace, love, and respect to the people and communities of the Mississippi Delta. 🙏🏽

🎥 Footage: Mississippi Delta, June 2025
🎵 Music: “A Better Tomorrow” — Wu-Tang Clan, Wu-Tang Forever (1997)

Music acknowledgment: I do not own the rights to this music. All rights belong to Wu-Tang Clan and the respective songwriters, publishers, and copyright holders. The music is used for creative and editorial purposes.

#WuWednesday WuTangClan #MississippiDelta #Juneteenth #DocumentaryFilmmaking #PichardoProductionsLLC

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MINDFUL MONDAY | BEYOND THE ART 🎨🎬

Taking another journey through the Urban Canvas: From The Underground Up archives.

This time, back to Fatcap, August 1, 2026.

TSK — Bran, Komer, Chelo.
MTA — REE.
FRITOS.
SEN-1.
FrankieBotz.
Lou Sizzle.

Different artists.
Different generations.
Different journeys.

But behind every piece of art is something we don't always get to see.

The preparation.
The process.
The conversations.
The patience.
The people.

We often celebrate the finished work without thinking about everything that went into creating it.

The years of dedication.
The experiences that shaped the artist.
The relationships built along the way.
And the human being holding that can of paint.

One thing I've come to appreciate throughout this documentary journey is that the story isn't always on the wall.

Sometimes it's in the moments between.

The laughter.
The concentration.
The exchange of ideas.
The quiet moments when someone is simply doing what they love.

That's why I keep documenting these experiences.

Not just to preserve the art, but to better understand the people, the culture, and the stories that exist beyond what we see.

The art may capture our attention, but it's the humanity behind it that gives the story meaning.

Much love and respect to everyone who continues to allow us into their world.

Access is trust. And trust comes with responsibility.

Peace, love, and blessings for the week ahead. 🙏🏽

🎥 Urban Canvas: From The Underground Up
📍 Fatcap | August 1, 2026
🎬 Pichardo Productions, LLC

#MindfulMonday #UrbanCanvasDoc #GraffitiCulture #BehindTheArt #PichardoProductionsLLC

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MINDFUL MONDAY | FINDING OUR OWN RHYTHM 🥁🌱🚁

Sometimes, all it takes is a different perspective to appreciate the beauty of connection.

Taking another trip through my aerial archives, this time above the Village Green in Woodstock, NY.

For 27 years, the Woodstock Drum Circle has brought people together through music, rhythm, and community.

Different people.
Different backgrounds.
Different journeys.

Yet somehow, they find a common rhythm.

And isn't that a beautiful reminder for life?

We don't all move at the same pace.
We don't all follow the same path.
And we certainly don't have everything figured out.

But there's something powerful about showing up, staying consistent, and making room for others along the way.

As the drone rises, the perspective changes. What begins as individuals gathered in one place becomes something much bigger.

Community. Connection. Harmony.

Find your rhythm.
Respect someone else's.
And keep moving with intention.

Peace, love, and blessings for the week ahead. 🙏🏽

🎥 From the aerial archives | Pichardo Productions, LLC
📍 Woodstock Village Green | Woodstock, NY

#MindfulMonday #MondayMotivation #WoodstockNY #FromTheFriendlySkies #PichardoProductionsLLC

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SUNDAY PERSPECTIVES | FROM THE FRIENDLY SKIES — BAYONNE, NJ 🚁

Another day in the air. Another opportunity to see something familiar from a different perspective.

Yesterday's flight took me over Bayonne's waterways, New Jersey.

Tugboats making their way through the harbor.
Container ships moving along the waterways.
The docks.
Birds flying overhead.
Waves crashing against the shoreline.

There's something peaceful about watching it all unfold.

The waterfront is constantly moving. Ships coming and going. People working. Water flowing. Nature doing what nature does.

And somehow, amid all that activity, there's a sense of calm.

No particular assignment yesterday. Just another opportunity to get the drone in the air, enjoy the surroundings, and capture a few moments along the way.

Sometimes that's enough.

I've always enjoyed documenting places, whether it's the Mississippi Delta, the streets of New York City, or right here along the waterfront in Bayonne.

Every place has a story, even when nobody is speaking.

Just sharing another little piece of the world through my lens.

Wishing everyone a peaceful Sunday.

🎥 Pichardo Productions LLC

#SundayPerspectives #FromTheFriendlySkies #BayonneNJ #DroneCinematography #PichardoProductionsLLC

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#FBF | PRT DAY — BACK TO THE GRASSROOTS

Looking back at one of the conversations from PRT Day in Trenton, New Jersey.

Some conversations stay with you long after the event is over.

Listening to Stacey Muhammad alongside Wise Intelligent and Culture Freedom of Poor Righteous Teachers was one of those moments.

The discussion touched on hip-hop, infrastructure, the youth movement, defining ourselves, and the opportunities available to this generation that weren't always accessible to those who came before us.

But Stacey made a point that really stood out to me.

We have to be careful not to mistake access for freedom.

That one deserves some thought.

She also spoke about the importance of getting back to the grassroots.

Back to community building.
Back to investing in our youth.
Back to creating spaces where people can learn, organize, grow, and support one another.

Access to platforms and opportunities is one thing.

Building something meaningful within our own communities is another.

I have tremendous respect and admiration for Wise Intelligent and Culture Freedom for providing a platform for these conversations.

And a heartfelt thank you to Stacey Muhammad for giving us her time, sharing her knowledge, and offering perspectives that challenge us to think a little deeper.

These are the conversations we need to continue having.

Not just listening to them.

Learning from them.

And finding ways to put those lessons into practice.

Much love and respect to everyone involved.

Back to the grassroots. Back to community.

#PRTDay #StaceyMuhammad #PoorR//ighteousTeachers #CommunityBuilding

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#FBF | FROM THE FRIENDLY SKIES — YONKERS, NY 🚁

Taking another trip through the archives.

This time, we're flying over Yonkers, New York.

The water tower.
The Hudson River.
The neighborhoods.
And a few familiar landmarks from a different perspective.

Seeing a place from above gives you a different appreciation for what's happening below.

Every neighborhood has its own history.
Every street has its own stories.
And every community has its own identity.

Yonkers is no exception.

A city with character, culture, and a hip-hop legacy that reaches far beyond its borders.

Just another flight.
Another perspective.
Another moment worth revisiting.

From the friendly skies…

🎥 Pichardo Productions LLC

#YonkersNY #DroneCinematography #HipHopCulture #PichardoProductionsLLC

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