I'm a journalist, author, and filmmaker residing in Grays Harbor, WA.
I am a freelance journalist, published author, and photographer residing in Grays Harbor, Washington. I frequently cover events, as well as writing short story’s and screenplays with an emphasis on drama and experimental storytelling.
Recent Articles
Comfort and Crawfish at the Tokeland Hotel | The Daily World
This past Saturday, the Tokeland Hotel hosted its 5th Annual Crawfish Festival outdoors on the hotel grounds. Employees welcomed walk-in guests, and with each ticket, attendees had the opportunity to enjoy fresh crawfish, potatoes, corn, cornbread, and andouille sausages, along with extra crawfish for $25 per pound.
Zydeco/Cajun music from the Folichon Cajun Band was played live on the porch adding ambiance and charm as they performed through guitar, fiddle, and accordion. The day was marked by...
Zydeco/Cajun music from the Folichon Cajun Band was played live on the porch adding ambiance and charm as they performed through guitar, fiddle, and accordion. The day was marked by...
THE Artisan Faire Chili Cookoff spices up Ocean Shores | The Daily World
The Ocean Shores Convention Center hosted a two-day event featuring THE Artisan Faire, the Washington State Chili Cookoff, and Food Truck Fun, which took place from June 14 to 15.
On this Father’s Day weekend, families gathered. Admission was free, with chili tastings available for $5. The beneficiaries of this event are Adopt-A-Resident and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington.
With sponsors such as Renewal by Andersen of Western Washington, Hidden Coast Homes, The Grey Gull, Sweet...
On this Father’s Day weekend, families gathered. Admission was free, with chili tastings available for $5. The beneficiaries of this event are Adopt-A-Resident and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington.
With sponsors such as Renewal by Andersen of Western Washington, Hidden Coast Homes, The Grey Gull, Sweet...
Reflecting on and Remembering Diane Arbus
"I want to photograph the considerable ceremonies of our present. I want to gather them, likesomebody's grandmother putting up preserves, because they will have been so beautiful."--Diane ArbusArbus was born March 14th, 1923, raised in a moderately wealthy and uncouthhousehold where she would be brought up by mainly maids and nannies. Her parentswere both Soviet Russian Immigrants, who had their own battles with mental health.Even at a young age there was something wondrous and genuine about her...
The Rules of Attraction (2002) Bret Easton Ellis and Roger Avery's Striking portrayal of 2000s hedonistic culture
Wearable Art Show puts ingenuity on display | The Daily World
The Ocean Shores Convention Center hosted the 12th annual Wearable Art Show in collaboration with Stage West Community Theatre on Saturday, June 7.
It was a packed house that accommodated 300 people. Anticipation and joy filled the area, and everyone was thrilled for an evening of creativity and one-of-a-kind pieces to be showcased under the spotlight.
As the night involved detailed planning, every organizer, artist, and model played a crucial role in ensuring the night fell together smoothly an...
It was a packed house that accommodated 300 people. Anticipation and joy filled the area, and everyone was thrilled for an evening of creativity and one-of-a-kind pieces to be showcased under the spotlight.
As the night involved detailed planning, every organizer, artist, and model played a crucial role in ensuring the night fell together smoothly an...
Ladies Night Out raises over $2,000 for women’s education | The Daily World
On Saturday, in Aberdeen, Bette Worth and Bobbi McCracken invited everyone, near and far, to take part in the crawl-style Ladies Night Out event.
The reception was robust as women explored the shops and vendors participating. All entry fee proceeds went directly toward scholarships for women looking to attend Grays Harbor College. This delightful event was sponsored by PEO Chapter AK in support of this incredible cause.
This fundraiser began at Past and Present Mercantile on Heron Street, where...
The reception was robust as women explored the shops and vendors participating. All entry fee proceeds went directly toward scholarships for women looking to attend Grays Harbor College. This delightful event was sponsored by PEO Chapter AK in support of this incredible cause.
This fundraiser began at Past and Present Mercantile on Heron Street, where...
Live music and surf culture join in harmony at LOGE Westport | The Daily World
On Saturday afternoon, the LOGE location in Westport welcomed dark folk artist Blazing October to perform for traveling guests and the public.
His sound was smooth, raspy, and meticulously powerful. As he switched from electric guitar to acoustic, he brought a calm, unique performance that fit right into the woodland seaside setting of Westport on this bright yet chilly day. This free show will be one of many as spring descends and summer rises in this stunning town.
There was a strong sense of...
His sound was smooth, raspy, and meticulously powerful. As he switched from electric guitar to acoustic, he brought a calm, unique performance that fit right into the woodland seaside setting of Westport on this bright yet chilly day. This free show will be one of many as spring descends and summer rises in this stunning town.
There was a strong sense of...
Soft (2023) short film
Logline: A portrait of new found sobriety and love unravels as a young woman moves through the motions of melancholic life in seclusion.
Director statement: Soft explores the first few days of sobriety and the complex muted emotions that I felt during those days. The utter seclusion of going through that blip in time, specifically during the middle of COVID-19, I’ll never forget it. I wanted this film in 8mm analog because of the gritty space of being at home throughout.
My hope is to make peo
Director statement: Soft explores the first few days of sobriety and the complex muted emotions that I felt during those days. The utter seclusion of going through that blip in time, specifically during the middle of COVID-19, I’ll never forget it. I wanted this film in 8mm analog because of the gritty space of being at home throughout.
My hope is to make peo
Bread and Honey (short film)
Cole and Lux coexist in their own miniature state of existence while striving to become one. Fully embracing this goal, they decide to consume each other.
Directed by Kyndra Lee Burkland and Emily Delegeane.
Starring: Timothy Burkland and Kyndra Lee Burkland.
Concept and screenplay by Kyndra Lee.
Director of Photography: Emily Delegeane.
Music/score by Minus two + Takeshita & Vanille Onyx
Directed by Kyndra Lee Burkland and Emily Delegeane.
Starring: Timothy Burkland and Kyndra Lee Burkland.
Concept and screenplay by Kyndra Lee.
Director of Photography: Emily Delegeane.
Music/score by Minus two + Takeshita & Vanille Onyx
My Services
For Freelance Inquiries reach out at kyndraburkland@gmail.com