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LMGI COMPASS
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Winter 2022
Winter is the time—at least in our Northern Hemisphere—when the days grow short,
the nights long and for a few short weeks, our industry pauses, and we all take a deep
collective breath. The winter holidays are when we step away from our work to be with
friends and family to slow our roll and recharge our batteries.
This winter issue celebrates both the achievements of our members and offers a gentle
reminder of the importance of self-care.
In our cover story, "Celebrate the Where," Diane Friedman gives us a VIP all-access
pass to the 8th Annual LMGI Awards Show. "Mission Accomplished!" details the
LMGI's successful efforts to gain membership for location professionals in the National
Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. In a piece as timely now as when he wrote it for
us several years ago, we revisit Chris Baugh's "Confronting Stress"—advice we should
all take to heart. The LMGI toured Spain for the international conference in "Shooting
Locations Marketplace." And finally, Paul Messana's "Next Generation" features San
Francisco-based Frances Reyes Bolinger, a talented KALM who is rapidly expanding her
base beyond the Bay area.
Our columns include "In the News" which reports on the recent LMGI Croatia panel
"PROFilm Days," the California On Location Awards (COLAs) and the groundbreaking
Teamster national election for new union leadership. Veteran scout Tano Tropia gives us
a unique perspective of Los Angeles in our "Martini Shot."
Wishing you all the best in this holiday season of love and light.
Until next time,
Stevie Nelson, Ken Haber, Paul Messana, Diane Friedman
FROM THE
EDITORS' DESK
"Almost anything will
work again if you unplug
it for a few minutes …
even you."
–ANNE LAMOTT
