Gavin Lopes

Gavin Lopes was born and raised on the island of Kauai, Hawaii. Being an artist at heart he loved drawing everything imagined but living near the beach he fell in love with surfing which became a passion of his until break dancing became an interest at the age of 16. With years spent on art and dancing throughout high school there was a drive to learn even more so a few years after graduating high school he moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 2012 to earn a degree in automotive at Universal Technical Institute. But it did not end there. In 2013 Gavin moved to Las Vegas, worked at a full time job and got into fitness at the age of 25. Recording gym with his iPhone he discovered his natural talent for editing. Over the years, Gavin has continued to experiment with different film techniques and was very curious to see what it be like to create a "movie scene". Not having any previous cinematic experience that did not stop him. With just his iPhone he was able to create many film samples. After being given an actual camera and an editing program from a gym friend he then taught himself how to color grade footage according to what made sense to him and what he felt that gave it more of a cinematic feel. Gavin has spent so much time behind the camera filming objects and friends in different environments he felt that maybe it was time he have a better understanding of what its like being in front of the camera! And of course, it was easier said than done. Being open minded he felt that attending an acting class would help his acting skills. In 2017 Gavin was introduced to American director, cinematographer, Producer and actor of Television films Todd Fisher, Son of singer Eddie Fisher and actress Debby Reynolds. Also brother of American Actress Keri Fisher. Todd Fisher is the owner of the "Hollywood Motion Picture Experience" which was new to Las Vegas. It is also home of the Debby Reynolds performing arts studio where Gavin was invited to a private event and was personally offered by Todd Fisher to be the very first Acting student to attend. Thats where he first learned a lot about building a scene, improvisation and theatre plays. In 2019 Debby Reynolds performing arts studio temporary closed due to interior renovation. During this time Gavin has attended other acting classes around Las Vegas and joined the acting agency "Julie Goldman & Associates" for background and possible principle roles. Gavin was invited to a quite a few film events throughout the city and then met Filmmaker, Producer, CEO and Founder of the Indie Wise Film festival Jarrod Knowles who invited him to the red carpet and offered VIP access to meet and witness Vivica A. Fox receive her lifetime achievement award. Later in the year of 2021 Gavin got an extra role as the prisoner with numbers 8889 in the movie "The Prisoners Daughter" Starring American actress Kate Beckinsale directed by Catherine Hardwicke. While on set Gavin was also offered the role of a prison guard but chose to stick with the prisoner role. During the blocking of the prisoners on set Catherine Hardwicke took a liking of Gavin's look which got him to be highly featured acting along side Mark Kubr and singer from All American Rejects Tyson Ritter. Gavin has filmed many short films just for the fun but In 2022 he directed and released his very first official short film called "King" a drama Starring actor Willie Allen along side Kalann sims. Many great things have happened through his journey. Directing and Acting is something that Gavin is serious about along with helping others while living a well balanced life. He is an Artist and humanitarian at heart.