User:Alexgl10

Alex Garcia and Wayne Yip come from two very different backgrounds but share a common interest in creating intimate and engaging films. Alex, originally from Buenos Aires, became interested in directing while studying for a Masters degree in Audio for Visuals at Utrecht School of Art, Holland 2005. Wayne, of Chinese origin, graduated from Graphic Design at Oxford & Cherwell College in 2004. A diverse range of technical and creative skills allow Alex and Wayne to produce, edit and score all their films, a collaborative process that has a profound impact on their final product.

Their first project together was a music video for Quasi 'Peace & Love' which won the Domino Records and Audience Award at the Radar Festival 2007. Their first short film Happy Birthday Granddad won the BAFTA '60 Seconds of Fame’ competition in 2007 and since then have been chosen to be part of the Best of Brits 07 Festival in LA, and have been showcased in the 'New Directors Reel – Shots 2008’ and the BBC film network.

They have just finished Diego’s Story, which is the first release from their production company, 1441 Productions and are currently working on their first feature film. A+W are represented by Tomboy Films/KOG Industries for writing and directing. Alex Garcia is published by Airstate Music Publishing LTD.