lynne

Lynne Melcher is a textile and dinnerware designer, whose collections have been carried by, among others, Crate and Barrel and Williams Sonoma. About a year ago she decided to delve into the world of filmmaking, a medium that has always fascinated her. After taking a few workshops and classes, she packed up her video gear and accompanied us to Uganda this past December to make a documentary about Change the Truth.

She shot twenty-five hours worth of footage. She worked tirelessly, capturing in a very artistic fashion the lives of the kids at St. Mary Kevin Orphanage and the work that was done on our mission trip. I made this picture of her when we were in Gulu.

Since we returned home three months ago, Lynne has surpassed “working tirelessly” whatever that might be called, and has poured her heart and soul into the film. Today I was privileged to see what she has put together so far, and I was very impressed. Next week she wants me to add my voice to it as part of the narration. Having never done anything like that before, I must admit I feel a bit intimidated!

The finished film will be shown at the CTT fundraiser/friendraiser in June. Please make every effort to attend so that you can see it for yourself. You’ll be witnessing the first of much more to come from this emerging filmmaker.