Everhart Week One

My portion of the series aired! I worked with the Everhart family and was able to accompany Ashley to an interview and make an online package that gave a behind the scenes look at the Everharts.


I added pictures to our website that will help you understand what goes on in an interview.

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I was really excited to see all the work that we have put into this project is really coming together! I must say that fifteen thousand hits is very impressive.

I would love to hear from you. Please tell me your comments on the Everharts!

Everhart-Justin

We recently traveled to Camdenton, Missouri where we spent time with the Everhart family, a family of six. Halie and Brandon have autism.

When we arrived in Camdenton, Missouri we went to Brandon’s Tae Kwon Do class. We filmed Brandon doing his karate. This is where we first met the family. I had a lot of fun shooting them with my camera.

After we finished the class we went back to the family’s home where we met Sally’s husband Ray. I asked the kids a couple of questions with camera just about how old they were and if they liked school.

The family made dinner that night and we were able to be there during that process. While Sally and Ray finished cooking dinner, Ashley interviewed the two children. I was really surprised at this point, because usually when children are interviewed they get camera shy. However, Halie and Brandon really opened up and gave us some great answers.

Ashley then interviewed the parents which went well. I feel that the trip was a success and we had a great time with the kids.

Everhart-First View

Here is a sneak peek for our bloggers. The Everhart family has two children on the spectrum. Thanks to Justin for putting this together using the webcam.

Everhart Pictures

We will have more once the series airs....but for our bloggers here is a sneak peek of the shoot.

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We went to Camdenton last Tuesday to meet the Everhart family. How I found the Everhart's is a fun story in itself. I met Sally online. I have joined some yahoo autism groups. I saw one for the Lake of the Ozarks families and I joined. I talked to Sally by email and phone. After a few conversations, I knew her story was essential for our series.

The Everhart family was our first family shoot. So far, we had only interviewed doctors. Everything becomes real when you meet the faces of autism. The Everhart family has two children with autism. They have four children total.
This family is beyond strong.















The family was open and honest throughout the entire interview. They answered every single question. I asked them several personal questions. 3 out of 4 families with a child who has autism end in divorce...I asked how they stay together with two children on the spectrum.

While the family was open about their hardships, they also were so candid to tell me what a blessing their children are. They told me they wouldn't take Brandon and Halie any other way. They have a moving story and I can't wait to share the rest with you.

Everhart Shoot

Here are some pics from this shoot. Brandon and Halie (brother and sister) have autism. In a few days we will have more pics, blogs, and a video first view. Cute kids huh?