SLC’s Spark Creates Historical Documentary for Loyalist Township 

By Gerhard Freundorfer, Creative Director, Spark 
 
Spark is thrilled to reveal 'Legacies of Loyalist,' a compelling documentary that explores the rich historical essence of Loyalist Township, brought to life through six enthralling narratives. This endeavor, graciously backed by the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area, saw Spark in collaborative action with Loyalist Township, to encapsulate and disseminate an oral history destined to resonate with and galvanize both present and ensuing generations within the Loyalist community. 

The project was spearheaded by Liam Hamilton, an alumnus of the Graphic Design program, and videographer at Spark. The documentary is the fruit of collective endeavor, engaging a diverse team of students from a myriad of academic programs at St. Lawrence College.

The ensemble comprised:  

-Madyson Kiepprien-Fraser, Business Administration - Marketing Graduate 
-Tushar Sharma, UX Design/DMC Graduate 
-Luis Godinez Garcia, AMC Graduate 
-Nataliya Kozyrina, Music & Digital Media Graduate 
-Nathan Graham, AMC 
-Sam Cowan, Business Administration - Marketing 
 
Their creative journey was further enriched by the mentorship and support from Gerhard Freundorfer, Creative Director, and Mike Kusters, Content and Multimedia Officer. 
 
The documentary premiered to critical acclaim, earning accolades that underscore its professional excellence and community value. A notable commendation came from Paul Gilmore, former Mayor of Loyalist Township, who lauded: 
 
"SPARK, accompanied by the students at St. Lawrence College and the staff of Loyalist's division of Heritage, Culture and Tourism, have crafted an exceedingly professional film, which was warmly received at its inaugural screening. Its potential as an educational asset for local schools and community groups is eminent, poised to nurture a sense of pride and zest for the remarkable haven we reside in." — Paul Gilmore 
 
We extend a heartfelt invitation to immerse in the essence of community storytelling through the lens of our students and alumni. Their adept fusion of historical narratives with contemporary storytelling methodologies endows 'Legacies of Loyalist' with a capacity to perpetuate the rich legacy of Loyalist Township for the vista of future generations. 
 
To learn more about Sparks’ approach to this documentary visit our website and to watch the documentary click here.