The VL Studios

05/09/2021

FMO

Check out one of our newest web and product design clients, FMO is a New York-based modeling agency and management platform launching an organic skincare product line specifically made for models, creative professionals, but perfect for everyone caring about the wellbeing of their skin and keeping it fresh throughout a busy day. Products are available now.

Magic Water thoroughly dissolves makeup, impurities and skin build up, while rebalancing the skin's natural pH; without any harsh ingredients like acid or alcohol.

03/30/2021

We're excited to be collaborating with FMO NYC, a New York modeling agency, towards bringing their upcoming skincare to the market. Learn more about the agency and get an exclusive offer for early access to the ground-breaking skincare line. By creatives for creatives! https://fmonyc.com/

We're excited to be collaborating with FMO NYC, a New York modeling agency, towards bringing their upcoming skincare to the market. Learn more about the agency and get an exclusive offer for early access to the ground-breaking skincare line. By creatives for creatives! https://fmonyc.com/

03/14/2021

Work & Case Studies - The VL Studios

Catch up with everything we've been up to including two client sites launching next week and three video productions that launched last week - https://www.thevlstudios.com/work

New York-based creative design & branding agency focused on creating successful brand experiences across online platforms.

03/06/2021

Maa Tuleb Täita Lastega (ft. Kristi Roosmaa & Estonians in the US)

Singalong video of "Maa Tuleb Täita Lastega" (Music by V. Toomemets; Lyrics by H. Runnel) featuring Estonians from across the United States in celebration of the 103rd Estonian Independence Day.

Lead Singer - Kristi Roosmaa
Musical Arrangement - Johanna Kristiina Telander
Video & Audio Production - Valev Laube (from The VL Studios)

Huge thanks to the following supporters & singers:
Eha Urbsalu,
Merle Liivand,
Amelia Tõnurist,
Tiina Urv,
Rein Linask,
Tiia Westberg,
Liisa Mai Petersen,
Paul Atteman,
Alexandra Pillion,
Merike Barborak,
New Yorgi Eesti Maja - New York Estonian House,
New Yorgi Eesti Kool/New York Estonian School,
Chicago Eesti Kool (Chicago Estonian School),
Connecticuti Eesti Kool (Connecticut Estonian School),
Perekond Simon,
Perekond Tammaru,
Perekond Sheridan,
Perekond Linask-Rissler,
Perekond Lamvol,
Perekond Siismets ja Kingo,
Perekond Westberg,
and many others!

This video production was sponsored by the Estonian American National Council - Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides in celebration of the 103rd Estonian Independence Day!

Thank you to everyone who helped us spread the word and supported this initiative!

03/02/2021

"Reied" | Trad. Attack - Dance & Choreography by Diina Tamm

Reied (music by Trad.Attack) - Fire Dance by Diina Tamm, Video Available Now!

"Reied" (Music by Trad. Attack)Dance & Choreography by Diina TammVideo Production by The VL Studios for the 103rd Estonian Independence Day Virtual Celebrati...

03/01/2021

It was such a fun time reuniting with our creative advisor and an outstanding dancer-choreographer Diina Tamm to record this fire dance video for the Estonian Independence Day Celebration hosted by the Estonian American National Council - Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides.
Full Video (YouTube) - https://youtu.be/PC-HE84hueo
Facebook Watch - https://www.facebook.com/thevlstudios/videos/491873881977185

02/28/2021

Curly Strings - EV103 Estonian Independence Day Celebration

Rewatch performance from the Estonian Independence Day Celebration, aired yesterday! More videos coming next week, including three productions by our creative team.

02/23/2021

New York's Best Musicians by The VL Studios

As New York City is slowly opening up entertainment businesses and we get to responsibility enjoy the arts once again, we would like to highlight another New York City-based business connecting entertainers, photographers, videographers to businesses, individuals, and event producers across the New York and Washington D.C. area. Check out their site and follow on Facebook New York's Best Musicians, Photo & Video & the founder David Fletcher.

Brand identity, packaging and website for a line of educational play products and baby toys for stage-based learning. by The VL Studios

02/22/2021

InProximity Theatre Company by The VL Studios

It's exciting to be able to work with a wide variety of creatively-minded companies, from tech and legal firms to fashion, and theater. Here's another design of ours made for a New York-based company InProximity Theatre Company lifting up female writers, producers, and directors as part of its annual Project W Theater Festival

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02/20/2021

Laulame Üheskoos!

Last day to record and send in your singing videos! Don't worry if you don't consider yourself as a professional singer, simply be passionate and enjoy the process, we will do the rest and promise to make everyone look and sound amazing

Link trackile, sõnadele, juhistele: https://u.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=XZeyKhXZcmh4SKbirf7HSJwkA4XoMB6SYxFX&fbclid=IwAR0UHPyZkTHSR2Ew9mDmlWOOxlBPFESoTEJ...

02/20/2021

Kristi Roosmaa by The VL Studios

We're excited to be putting together the upcoming virtual Estonian independence day celebration for the Estonian American National Council - Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides. As part of the upcoming event on Feb 27th, we're once again collaborating with Kristi Roosmaa to produce a uniting audio and video project and bring together Estonians from across the United States. Stay tuned for updates and check out Kristi's website - https://www.thevlstudios.com/project/kristi-roosmaa

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02/18/2021

Jolie Curtsinger by The VL Studios

As a creative professional it is important to periodically revisit your website and think if your brand has stayed up to date with the constant evolution of your personal brand. Today we're excited to present a freshly updated website of Jolie Curtsinger, an American theater, film and television actor.

Jolie Curtsinger is an American theater, film, television actor, and producer. She is the Artistic Director of InProximity Theatre Company, and founding producer of Project W Theater Festival, an annual reading festival highlighting female playwrights, directors and theater professionals. by The VL....

02/18/2021

The VL Studios now takes appointments on their Page.

The VL Studios now takes appointments on their Page.

02/17/2021

Alfa Cleaning Operations by The VL Studios

This week we're excited to launch another gorgeous new website for a New York-based professional cleaning company - Alfa Cleaning Operations! Get a preview now and stay tuned for the official launch!

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02/16/2021

Free Estonian Word by The VL Studios

A lot of exciting projects are constantly brewing! Here's a sneak peek of an upcoming newspaper website and user portal to stay up to date with the latest news published at Vaba Eesti Sõna. Together we came up with a solution that includes accessibility features for an easier online reading experience, text-to-speech functionality, online subscription & user accounts portal, and digital viewing experience of their weekly newspaper available to all subscribers. We cannot wait to launch it in March 2021! https://www.thevlstudios.com/project/free-estonian-word

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02/08/2021

SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES: Verizon Big Concert for Small Business

After the big game tonight Verizon is dedicating a concert for all the small businesses and business owners out there. Join incredible performers tonight at 11PM, and remember to continue supporting your favorite small businesses, together we will make it through and come out stronger than ever! Stream online TONIGHT - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZc1gWILiqU

01/18/2021

FULL INTERVIEW: Careers Uncorked featuring Valev Laube - Tips by The VL Studios

Thank you to everyone who tuned in on January 13th for a Facebook & YouTube Live happy hour interview and discussion! Rewind and rewatch last week's Careers Uncorked discussion featuring Valev Laube - https://www.thevlstudios.com/posts/full-interview-careers-uncorked-featuring-valev-laube

Thank you for everyone who tuned in on January 13th for a Facebook & YouTube Live happy hour interview and discussion by Careers Uncorked.

01/15/2021

Branding, Marketing and Advertising W/ Valev Laube | Careers Uncorked

Rewind and rewatch yesterday's happy hour interview and discussion

01/13/2021

Tune in today at 7PM for a Facebook Live interview led by Careers Uncorked team and featuring Valev Laube - https://www.facebook.com/careersuncorked/posts/220904786306625

Tune in today at 7PM for a Facebook Live interview led by Careers Uncorked team and featuring Valev Laube - https://www.facebook.com/careersuncorked/posts/220904786306625

01/09/2021

We're so excited for the pre-launch of Atelium Jewelry! Atelium is a New York-born, gender-neutral jewelry brand created from the founder’s lifelong passion to find more a quiet empowerment through style - https://ateliumjewelry.com/

Although we are all still navigating through the challenges of 2020, we are incredibly proud and grateful to be able to present the opening collection of our new company Atelium Jewelry.

I want to personally thank everyone involved with the incredible images and moments captured. -Thomas
http://ateliumjewelry.com/

01/06/2021

NYE ARTIST UPDATE: Journey to Recording Sand in the Hourglass

Finlandia Foundation New York hosted a New Year's Eve cocktail hour to present an early cut of the music video to their members & give our artists an opportunity to highlight their most memorable moments of 2020. Here's what five of our six artists had to say about the song and what they've been up to since the lockdown.

Full Performance Video (ft. Jozu Kristi/ Johanna Telander, Eeppi Ursin, Amanda Yachechak, Reeta Vestman, Kristi Roosmaa, Petra Jasmiina) - https://www.facebook.com/thevlstudios/videos/3729773760447004

01/04/2021

Sand in the Hourglass by Johanna Telander ft. Eeppi Ursin, Peetra Jasmiina, Reeta Vestman, Amanda Yachechak, Kristi Roosmaa

Sand in the Hourglass (original song by Johanna Telander) featuring Eeppi Ursin, Petra Jasmiina, Reeta Vestman, Amanda Yachechak, Kristi Roosmaa (quarantine collaboration). Music & Video Production by Valev Laube.

Artist websites:
Eeppi Ursin - http://www.eeppiursin.fi/
Amanda Yachechak - https://www.amandayachechak.com/
Kristi Roosmaa - https://kristiroosmaa.com/
Reeta Vestman - http://reetavestman.com/
Petra Jasmiina - https://www.petrajasmiina.com/

01/04/2021

Sand in the Hourglass by Johanna Telander ft. Eeppi Ursin, Peetra Jasmiina, Reeta Vestman, Amanda Yachechak, Kristi Roosmaa

Sand in the Hourglass (original song by Johanna Telander) featuring Eeppi Ursin, Petra Jasmiina, Reeta Vestman, Amanda Yachechak, Kristi Roosmaa (quarantine collaboration). Music & Video Production by Valev Laube.

Artist websites:
Eeppi Ursin - http://www.eeppiursin.fi/
Amanda Yachechak - https://www.amandayachechak.com/
Kristi Roosmaa - https://kristiroosmaa.com/
Reeta Vestman - http://reetavestman.com/

12/10/2020

CONGRATS to Valev Laube, for the award and bringing home another victory for The VL Studios.

Thank you so much MARsum - The Global Marketing Conference for the award and listing in Top 100 Influencers in Marketing & Advertising 2020-2021. I cannot wait to see you all in Las Vegas, and be a part of the conference. https://www.marsum.world/

12/01/2020

Give something back to communities across the Globe on this #GivingTuesday, we've chosen to support our dear friends at the Estonian American National Council - Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides, an NGO that's done so much to support the Estonian-American community in the United States, including one of many creative productions we're involved in as designers and brand advisors, Singing Revolution: the musical. Donate - https://www.estosite.org/donate/how-to-donate/

11/25/2020

Thanksgiving is almost here and our dear friends at Viking Beauty Secrets have shared with us an exclusive holiday deal - $30 OFF from their product bundle, head over to their website to find the deal and treat yourself and your loved ones to a soothing treat of certified organic products - https://vikingbeauty.com/

11/21/2020

Tian Jiang by The VL Studios

Stay inspired and treat yourself to some music by an Internationally Renowned Pianist Tian Jiang

Web Design, Development, and Training for a Carnegie Hall Pianist and International Performer by The VL Studios

11/12/2020

HappAround by The VL Studios

WEEKLY VL INSPIRATION: UI kit package & web landing page for a tech company based in India. HappAround is a social media platform to share moments more dear to you and your community. Join a community already familiar while creating new moments to remember. https://www.thevlstudios.com/project/happaround

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11/09/2020

Abundance in Action Podcast

Start your Monday by listening to the first part of an interview with Valev Laube, interviewed by Crystal Ra Laksmi-Ditton from Abundance in Action Podcast, out now!

In this episode we meet a brand builder - Co-Founder & Executive Director of The VL Studios Valev Laube - who is originally from Estonia, but right now lives in New York. Entrepreneur, creative visionary and producer Valev is also the first Estonian who has been listed in the Forbes list under 30 in America. Valev accelerates not only brands but also talented personalities. He weaves together design and marketing by finding ways how to unite people and be part of co-creation projects artistically.

In the first episode we go along to his journey to figure out his talents and put them to work as a graphic designer and a brand builder. We also look into the life of New Yorkers during the pandemic of 2020 and also how Valev managed to go through his anxiety. If you have never heard of Estonia you will also get couple of tips where to start. As always enjoy this podcast, like, review and share!

Check out also massive value which Valev shared with our listeners and viewers with a digital gift sharing resources how to help your brand or online business. You also have a chance to schedule a complimentary consultation with him online if you feel your brand or business needs a little or a big boost!

https://abundanceinaction.podbean.com/e/valev-laube-part-1/#more-15839744

10/13/2020

VIDEO: Kristi Roosmaa Performs 'Never Forget Who You Are' From SINGING REVOLUTION: THE MUSICAL

"Singing Revolution: the musical" writing duo Tony Spinosa and James Bearhart have announced the world premiere of the "Never Forget Who You Are" music video, directed and produced by Vivian Säde. The song, performed by Estonian actress and singer, Kristi Roosmaa, is written by Spinosa and Bearhart and speaks to the importance of embracing your true values in life.
https://www.broadwayworld.com/estonia/article/VIDEO-Kristi-Roosmaa-Performs-Never-Forget-Who-You-Are-From-SINGING-REVOLUTION-THE-MUSICAL-20201013#

Broadway's new writing duo Tony Spinosa and James Bearhart release the 'Never Forget Who You Are' music video from their upcoming musical about peaceful political resistance, inspired by the true story of the 1987-1991 Estonian 'Singing Revolution.'

10/13/2020

Singing Revolution: the musical

Thank you for including us in the production process!

The official music video for ‘Never Forget Who You Are’ from Singing Revolution: The Musical featuring Kristi Roosmaa.

'Singing Revolution' is a contemporary musical with a Europop score. It’s the story of Taavi Tamm, the leader of a resistance movement, who falls in love with the daughter of his enemy. Inspired by the real history of the Estonian revolution against the Soviet Union, our hero leads his fellow countrymen to freedom through the power of song. 'Singing Revolution' parallels our current times and a reminder that the power of peaceful resistance can change the world.

Musical by Tony Spinosa & James Bearhart
Song: Never Forget Who You Are (from Singing Revolution: The Musical)
Artist: Kristi Roosmaa
Video Direction & Production: Vivian Säde
Music Arrangement & Orchestration: Harrison M Beck
Music Recording & Production: Mirrortone Studios
https://singingrevolutionthemusical.com/

10/13/2020

The VL Studio

Video content is now more important than ever, follow us on Vimeo and check out various video productions we've had the pleasure to be involved in or produce in house. Let us know what do you think and get in contact if you think video production is something your brand could benefit from.

New York-based creative design & branding agency focused on creating successful brand experiences across online platforms.