Filmmaker Statement

'Rona in the Garden' is an invitation to Spring, to Oakland, and to seek sacred natural space, wherever you can find it. Contradictory to imagery in the news, 'Rona in the Garden' immerses the viewer in the simple beauty and safety of a backyard refuge in Oakland, CA. Frolic, observe, and witness the birth of Spring alongside a cat. Rona’s curious nature reflects the innocence and purity of the natural world that she explores. The backyard is seen as it is - small, raw, unkempt, equipped for utility; the viewer is reminded this sacred space sits amidst a bustling city. Come, sit with us in the garden.