Bowman Productions

07/07/2023

Last fall I had the great honor of traveling around the state to capture interviews with the Maine State Chamber of Commerce for a very special film about their outgoing president, Mr. Dana Connors.

I first met Dana several years prior when I was hired to produce a film for their annual event, honoring a notable person who had a significant impact on the state over the course of their lives. Early on it became clear that Dana and I share a connection most people don’t. We had a mutual understanding of each other on a level I think most people don’t usually grasp. Over the next few years we worked on several more film projects together, sharing compelling stories from some big names in Maine and strengthening our bond in the process.

One of the things I like most about Dana is his child-like spirit. He always arrives with a smile on his face, a curious mind and a positive attitude. He has a strong sense of self, purpose and commitment in all that he does. In spite of being in his late 70’s, he led the Maine State chamber as their president for nearly 30 years. It was one of only 3 jobs he held throughout his 57 year career. You don’t find people like that anymore.

It was an honor to not only work with Dana over the years but to also produce a film about his life. He is truly a remarkable person, humble to the core and incredibly bright. It was bitter-sweet to learn he was retiring after all these years but if anyone deserves it, it’s Dana.

Here are a few still frames from the many people who sat in front of my lens. Many thanks to Kelley for helping with the edit, and Dan and Nevan for shoot/grip support.

04/06/2023

Running. Some love it, others hate it. It’s either your thing or not at all your thing. Regardless how you feel, it’s something we all have the innate capacity to do.

Running can help us get into great shape - physically, mentally and emotionally. It’s free, it’s natural and it only requires that we put in the effort. When we do, the rewards we receive are incredible. Running is the most powerful tool for altering the course of our lives in a positive and healthy way. The simple truth is, the longer we run, the smaller our problems become 😄

Huge thanks to Mike for his talent and for letting me ruin his morning run to film this 🙏

11/16/2021

smoke & mirrors

Client - Maine Spirits
Mixologist - Katya Chernikova Neff
Editor - Kelley Swan Peabbles
Filmmaker - Nate Bowman

08/26/2021

A few select frames from a video project we're producing for General Dynamics Bath Iron Works and Live and Work in Maine

03/15/2021

We recently animated this fun product video for Lyft to introduce the new Lyft Pass!

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03/01/2021

Really excited to share this beer commercial I made for my friends at Funky Bow Brewery and Beer Company! This is the second beer commercial I’ve made for their brand (not sponsored but would love to be), this time featuring their delicious So Folkin' Hoppy IPA. I’ve been creating these mock ads because I love reimagining how a brand is marketed to its customers while maintaining it’s establish image and values. To create imagery that showcases a brand in a new and different way that's never been seen before is truly a thrilling experience. I love creating videos that make brands look cooler than cool 😎

This is my third attempt at creating a product video. How do you like it?

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02/26/2021

G-String Pale Ale

Funky Bow Brewery and Beer Company

02/19/2021

Working on something new

08/21/2020

Working with some real deal, authentic Boston water and sewer industrial pipe laying workers for an upcoming project. Here is a little view into their world.

08/13/2020

Here is one of my fav shots from a video shoot yesterday with the Ogunquit Museum of American Art 😀

07/29/2020

We recently produced a video for Rapid Assault Tools, a company in South Portland that creates forced entry tools and training products for law enforcement, first responders and the military.

They build this hydraulic backpack that uses multipurpose cutters and spreaders to gain entry into locked down spaces like door jams or car doors.

They needed a video that demonstrates how to use the product while also marketing it to potential buyers. We produced a video that dives deep into the tools and how to use them while simultaneously making them look amazing!

We worked with video editor and social collaborator Kelley Swan Peabbles, who really brought everything to life. She edited the full video, including this cool introduction you see here 😀

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07/04/2020

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

06/24/2020

The Perfect Bathrobe

We had a blast creating this video for Wakanicci

They wanted men to feel comfortable so they redesigned the common bathrobe into something magnificent!

Guess what? It’s awesome for women too!

06/16/2020

Summer vibes 😎

(from last summer)

05/21/2020

I'm excited and proud to be a part of this campaign!

I worked with the Maine State Chamber of Commerce to I create this important public service announcement (PSA) TV spot. It features real Mainer's in their real work attire, encouraging everyone to do their part in keeping safe, so we can all get back to work!

Check the article below for more info and to watch the PSA 😀👇

"This is ME Counting on You," is a new public awareness campaign by the Maine State Chamber of Commerce. The campaign urges safe practices to stop the spread of COVID-19 so that businesses can reopen and Mainers can return to work.

05/08/2020

Another throwback!

Back in 2012 we filmed our second episode of Local Brew with an up and coming craft brewery, Maine Beer Company.

Brothers Daniel and David Kleban, who left their jobs as a lawyer and financial planner, respectfully, started brewing beer in their garage. They soon moved to Industrial Way in Portland, a hot spot for craft in Maine, which is where we filmed this episode. This same location is where Bissell Brothers would launch their brewery, just a couple years later.

We were drawn to Maine Beer Company because of the quality of their beer, the simplicity of their brand and their underlying business ethos - Do What's Right. As Daniel says in this episode "We all have instinctual, gut reactions to what the right thing to do and what the wrong thing to do is, so if you do what's right in the end, stuff works out."

One of those "right things" is donating money to environmental charities through the organization '1% for the Planet' - a global movement inspiring businesses and individuals to support environmental solutions through memberships and everyday actions.

Since this episode aired they have moved, expanded and grown. They've built a beautiful new brewery and tasting room in Freeport, where you can sip super fresh Maine Beer Company brews, make new friends and enjoy a view of the brewery. Doing the right thing has certainly paid off for these brothers.

Even though things have changed, their beer is still just delicious and hoppy today as it was back then. If you haven't tried one of their beers, what are you waiting for? Do what's right, drink a Maine Beer Company beer.

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