Louisville painter working in her studio — documentary brand film by Tara O’Brien Family Films showcasing a Kentucky artist and her creative small business.

Every brand has a story, let’s tell yours.

Brand Storytelling Films for Small Businesses, Artists & Creatives

I’m Tara O’Brien, a documentary filmmaker and videographer based in Louisville, Kentucky. I create brand storytelling films for artists, entrepreneurs, and small business owners who want to connect with their audience through emotion and authenticity.

Through a documentary-style approach, I create films that invite people into your world, letting them see who you are, what you stand for, and why your work matters.

Because when people feel your story, they remember it.

People first. Story-driven. Real impact.

I work documentary-style, which means no scripts, actors, or forced marketing messages. Instead, I spend time learning about your process, your materials, your workspace, your philosophy, and film as you create. The result is an authentic, cinematic piece that reflects the truth of your brand.

Each film is handcrafted with professional sound, licensed music, and intentional storytelling that resonates emotionally and visually.

Filmed by Tara O’Brien, this clip of a brand storytelling video captures the heart of a creative small business in Kentucky.

A brand film is a cinematic story about why you do what you do. Through natural moments, real conversations, and beautiful visuals, it captures the essence of your craft or business.

Whether you’re a painter, shop owner, service provider, or maker, your story helps people trust you. A brand film builds that connection by letting them see the human side of your work.

What is a Brand Story Film?

Two horses grazing in a green Kentucky pasture at sunset — still from a documentary-style family film capturing childhood adventures on a horse farm.

Who It’s For

  • Artists and makers who want to share their creative process

  • Small business owners who want to connect with their customers

  • Local entrepreneurs, wellness professionals, and service providers

  • Nonprofits or community projects that want to show their impact

  • (If your work centers around people, passion, or purpose, this is for you.)

What You’ll Receive

You’ll receive a 1–3 minute cinematic brand story film, a handcrafted video that captures the heart of your work and the story behind what you do.

Each project includes:

  • A relaxed conversation to get to know you and your vision

  • A few hours of documentary-style filming

  • Professional editing, sound, and licensed music

  • A final video ready to share on your website and social platforms

Your finished film will feel honest, creative, and true to you, a piece of storytelling that helps others see the meaning behind your work.

Let's Collab
Horse peeking out of a rustic barn in Kentucky — still from a documentary family film by Tara O’Brien Family Films capturing life in the Bluegrass.


Your work deserves to be seen, not just for what you make, but for the heart behind it.
Let’s create a film that shows the world why you do what you do.

Based in Louisville, Kentucky, serving small businesses and creative brands across Kentucky, Southern Indiana, Cincinnati, and Nashville.

Ready to share your story?