Tripp sent me a cut of the footage they shot on the 22nd. It turned out RAD! The interior shots utilized a rollcage-mounted Canon 5D Mark II and a steering wheel-mounted Flip Mino HD camera. All the exterior footage was shot using a RED ONE. I can’t get over the quality from the 5D Mark II. I’m super stoked they asked me to be a part of this project. It was definitely a fun Sunday afternoon of shooting.

Will Roegge just dropped a bomb on the world. Since November 1st, we’ve been whispering that DMGGMASD was the greatest drift event EVER. Even more-so because nobody except those in attendance knew it happened. We’ve collectively been dropping teasers here and there… but the larger picture has not been seen until now.A private infield road-course, 25 select invitees, and one creative juggernaut of a videographer combined to make an unforgettable event, and one AMAZING digital short. Not only does Will have an unparalleled eye behind the lens… his artistry and craft shine equally as bright in the editor’s chair. A true testament… that heart makes all the difference.Thank you, Mr. Roegge… for raising the benchmark, and creating a timeless snap of this epic private day.

AAC 2009 SHOT Show Video. from Advanced Armament Corp. on Vimeo.

The video loop I created for the Advanced Armament Corp. SHOT Show booth. Features footage from various competitions, training classes, and the AAC Silencer Shoot. This video also features a visual breakdown of the 2009 product line.A lot of effort went into this project… especially the motion graphics segment at the end of the video. Every element was individually animated (sparked text, script text, silencers, flash hiders, individual specifications, etc.), and composited to the music.Soundtrack: “Beware the Circling Fin” by Early Man.

A quick snap of some of the motion graphics I am putting together for this years SHOT Show video for Advanced Armament CorpI’m pressed for time… but this is turning out NICE.

I’m still not saying anything about this secret event. Very special thanks to Will Roegge for the amazing ‘snaps, chops, and colors’. rnI can’t wait to see the full edit. I don’t think the world is ready.

2008 Driver Profile – Andy Sapp. from Andy Sapp on Vimeo.

This edit is well over a year in the making. This cut is as close to perfect as I will ever get it. This video is the most thorough, polished, and complete example of my abilities behind the wheel… and my abilities behind a computer. Period.This digital short showcases the past 3 years of my professional drift effort. Features amalgamated footage from Formula Drift and Nopi Drift events, as well as various Nopi/NDRA demos, grassroots competitions, practice events, SPEED TV, and other television appearances.

Very very special thanks to everyone who provided me with the footage to edit this video.

Soundtrack by Slayer.

Keep drifting fun. OR ELSE.

KILL OR BE KILL 2. from Andy Sapp on Vimeo.

The long-awaited follow-up to the first installment. This video continues the horror-inspired, theatrical slow-motion – while trying to keep the “sequel” status from collapsing into common franchise stereotypes that the horror genre is known for.Principal photography for this project was plagued with technical difficulties from the start. Cameras falling off cars, HDD cameras shutting themselves off before every run, lens issues, focusing problems… it was all there. While this video didn’t quite live up to my personal expectation and original creative vision… it did turn out well.

KILL OR BE KILL. from Andy Sapp on Vimeo.

This video is a super-short and sweet attempt at making a drift video unlike any other I have made before. All the on-car footage is shot from cameras mounted on other drift cars during multi-car tandem. I wanted it to feel very theatrical… and the soundtrack by John Carpenter helps tremendously. The DriftMechaniks were on a murder spree this weekend… so it seemed all-but fitting.

What more can I say… “Stay Hungry” is one of the best drifting DVD’s I have ever seen. This movie was what I wanted their last DVD to be. It was an excellent mix of amazing drifting, crazy DA antics, hilarious skits, life on the road, comedy, and most of all… what it means to be America’s most infamous drift team.

Andy Laputka shot and edited everything and really set the bar with this one. He put an enormous effort into making this the COMPLETE package, and he succeeded with flying colors. There was not a dull moment from start to finish.”Stay Hungry” is a MUST HAVE for anyone even remotely interested in drifting.

So go get one… and support these guys in what they do.Andy Luputka getting interviewed by Jarod DeAnda.

Drift Alliance and crew on the red carpet.

We roll deep, and with knives. DriftMechaniks repping it.

Red carpet from the seats.

The title screen.

Outside the theatre, post movie.

We’re headed down to the red-carpet premiere of Drift Alliance’s new DVD “Stay Hungry”. There’s definitely a lot of anticipation surrounding the release. The premiere will be at the same theater we premiered Slide America almost 1 year ago. With the entire professional drift community in town for round 2 of Formula Drift… tonight is sure to be a riot.

We’ll see you all down on the red carpet… in the meantime – enjoy the “Stay Hungry” teaser trailer:

I finished up a rad video loop for the Advanced Armament booth at the 2008 SHOT Show out in Las Vegas.I had a bit of a time crunch on it… but overall, I’m very pleased with the outcome. I can’t stop watching the motion graphics sequence at the end, where it runs through the catalog roster of silencers using After Effects.I’m super excited to be working with Advanced Armament, and I’m really looking forward to working with them more in the future!

This is the BRAND NEW Slide America Trailer16,385 Miles, 30 Days, 19 Cities, One Nation.

Slide America 2008 Trailer. from Andy Sapp on Vimeo.

This trailer will be included on the upcoming retail release available in stores everywhere February 2008.

The retail release will have the same documentary (with minor edits), but will be crammed full of extra bonus features.

I managed a top-8 finish in Cordele, GA this weekend for round 2 of the SCCA Drift Series at Watermelon Speedway! There was a questionable call made in regard to my opponent’s advancement, but a great event for sure!