Exploring Identity Through Prosthetics

Agenda Brown

Client: Agenda Brown
Agency: Christopher Hyndman
Project Type: Short documentary video

When photographer and artist Agenda Brown set out to explore the relationship between individuals and their prosthetics for his Hands series, he knew it needed to be more than just still images. He wanted to bring the stories, reflections, and silences behind the portraits to life — to deepen the emotional context behind the work and help viewers connect with his subjects on a profoundly human level.

We were brought in to create a short film that would act as both a companion piece to the exhibition and a powerful standalone video — something Agenda could share with audiences, galleries, and press to communicate the ethos behind the work.

Why Testimonial Videos work — and what problems they solve

This was more than just “art documentation.” It was about building understanding, connection, and credibility. Agenda was the storyteller here — sharing his own journey, perspective, and intentions.

Human-centred storytelling for impact

Whether you’re launching a campaign, sharing lived experience, or telling the story behind a creative process, human-led video like this connects in ways static content simply can’t. It turns ideas into empathy and audiences into allies.

Founder, artist, or changemaker — if you’re trying to help people feel your story, not just see it, videos like this are one of the most powerful tools you can create.

🙌 What problem did this video solve:

This was more than just “art documentation.” It was about building understanding, connection, and credibility. In a world flooded with visuals, the film helped Agenda:

  • Share the deeper intent behind the project in his own voice
  • Build trust with audiences by showing the respect and care he brought to the topic
  • Support the gallery and media promotion of the exhibition with an emotionally engaging asset

Why use a testimonial-style video?

This type of founder-led testimonial video helps solve key brand challenges:

  • Clarifies intent behind creative or mission-driven work
  • Builds emotional resonance by putting a human face to the project
  • Elevates the perceived value of the work for sponsors, partners, or institutions
  • Provides a press-friendly asset to drive awareness and coverage

In loving memory

Agenda passed away in July 2024. It remains one of the most meaningful projects we’ve worked on, and a small window into the way he saw the world — with sensitivity, intention, and truth. We’re honoured to keep this work here, in remembrance.

The Story Behind the Project

The shoot took place over a single day with a two-person crew—a producer/director and myself as Director of Photography. We used one camera for both the interview and b-roll, capturing an intimate look at Agenda’s creative process. The interview was filmed in the morning, followed by the photography session in the afternoon, which I filmed for b-roll. To maintain the raw, authentic feel of the piece, we used minimal lighting—just one light with a softbox—to create a natural yet refined visual atmosphere.