Last month, one of our dear friends and colleagues, Carl Ray Johnson, unexpectedly passed away in a tragic ocean accident. Gabe, a producer at MVP, knew Carl for over a decade and introduced him to Max a few years back as Carl was forging a video production company and distinct aesthetic in his new home in Costa Rica. At the memorial, friends and family shared stories making what seemed like coincidences of meeting Carl seem commonplace.

The common theme among the eulogies for Carl aside from his inclusivity, his open heart, and his fearless disposition towards life was a desire to maintain his legacy.

Our mutual friend Pedro, Carl’s business partner, is committed to growing the studio that Carl founded and MVP, also known as Good People Pictures of Oakland, have made a small contribution as a gesture to prolonging Carl’s legacy.

We invite you to take a moment to appreciate your loved ones and the beauty left in their wake.

Above are photographs from Carl’s memorial of friends and family. Please let me know if you need photo credit.

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In the Bay Area and among clients worldwide, Maximize Video Productions is often known as Good People Pictures of Oakland

Pictured above are Carl on the left and Pedro on the right.