About US
David Mackenzie is co-founder of Everyday Wonder Productions. He has spent his life learning about how well told stories can change people’s lives. As a photographer, filmmaker and educator, he explores, fosters and records what it takes to allow the natural genius of people everywhere to thrive.
Susan Perkins is co-founder of Everyday Wonder Productions. She has been bringing stories to life from both sides of the camera for half her life. From her background as a producer, certified coach, professional actor, community leader and mother, she believes that passion well applied creates great results.
Dean Mermell is a film editor and film maker in San Francisco, California. He has brought his visual and storytelling skills to the Everyday Wonder team since 2005. Dean’s original films and client’s projects have won many awards. Find him on the web at: www.storyfarm.com
Jeff Pevar is a multi-instrumentalist, performer, composer, producer and studio musician who has brought his unique musical styling to many world-renown artists, such as Ray Charles, Crosby Stills and Nash, James Taylor and many others.. Now living in the Ashland Oregon area Jeff is onboard with Everyday Wonder Productions as musical and spiritual collaborator. More info at www.pevar.com
John Trivers provides technical support as well as site development and maintenance for The Next US project. John offers computer technology and wordpress services through Rogue Valley Computing based in Ashland, Oregon.
Jeff Altemus- Specializes in small business identity development and print advertising. In Align : visual arts & communication he brings a passion for graphic design, a love of collaboration, and an insistence on excellence to each project.
Jessa Getzendanner is an Intern with Everyday Wonder Productions. She is a graphics design major at The Art Institute of Portland.
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