Birth of a Literacy Show
Below is a 34 part story of how The Very Airy Library came to be.
21. Something is Missing (Part 21 of 34)
Things are really starting to take shape. Jared has almost completed his massive book painting project and Sam has delivered Philo, the puppet.
22. Future Times (Part 22 of 34)
Even Though the brothers enjoy using real sets and real props, they understand the necessity of marrying technology with the practical.
23. A Little Model Making (Part 23 0f 34)
Matthew would spend the next month, using armatures, air dry clay and stubborn determination piecing together the model of the Very Airy Library. But he was almost done.
24. The Bringer of Books (Part 24 of 34)
“The Antiquarian’s job is to locate and bring rare books to the library,” Matthew interjects. “I see her as a bit like Amelia Bedelia meets Indiana Jones.”
25. Lighting and Last Looks (Part 25 of 34)
After some 20 years in the film industry, the brothers have made many talented friends. That said, Tom Pritchard might be among the top. His attention to detail when it comes to light is hard to match. It’s almost as if he can see things others can’t.
26. "I'm Thinking Michael" (Part 26 of 34)
Jared gestures toward a small portion of the set directly left of the front door. “I think this area would be the perfect place to build a little village. We could have a train pass by, and that can transition us into an animated segment.”
27. A Trusted Voice Part 27 of 34)
Matthew and Jared have asked their longtime friend and collaborator to participate in filming the pilot of the Very Airy Library. Donny, a director and writer himself, is an extremely patient and detailed-oriented filmmaker.
28. Model For Us Model (Part 28 of 34)
The studio is dark except for a large TV illuminated with a colorful purple forest. The completed Very Airy Library model sits on a table directly in front. Chance White steps behind the TV and makes an adjustment to the back light.
29. Philo Needs a Voice (Part 29 of 34)
“Hi there, Yasmein! I hope this finds you well. Question for you - are you still in the acting game?”
30. Intro to Acting (Part 30 of 34)
Acting is one of the only art forms where people think the only prerequisite is to say, “I’m an actor!” loudly and often. However, as with any craft, acting takes a long time to master.
31. Stan's Dream (Part 31 of 34)
Stan was just eight years old when he lost his Father. He even wrote a book about it. The loss left a hole in his heart that he has chosen to fill with kindness, love, and, most notably, the possibility of hope for others. How? Books.
32. A Great Responsibility (Part 32 of 34)
The internet has given rise to numerous streaming channels and distribution outlets. But in the words of Uncle Ben, “With great power comes great responsibility.”
33. Perflopitus (Part 33 of 34)
George’s parents had noticed early on that something was “different” about their son. He appeared to process the world uniquely, and it took him a long time to say his first words.
34. Kickstarter (Part 34 of 34)
Stan, Matthew, and Jared sit around their makeshift conference table, weighing their options. As the breadth of the show has grown, so have the expenses.