Here is the biography of Mr. Lending:
Mr. Lending is a renowned producer, director, writer, and cinematographer who has earned numerous accolades for his work in documentary filmmaking. He is the president and founder of Nomadic Pictures, a documentary film production company based in Chicago, and the Executive Director of Ethno Pictures, a nonprofit film company that produces and distributes educational films.
Throughout his career, Mr. Lending has worked on a wide range of projects, including feature-length documentaries, short films, and television series. His work has aired nationally on ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, HBO, and has been screened theatrically and awarded at national and international festivals.
One of his most notable projects is the feature-length documentary "Legacy," which he produced, directed, wrote, and photographed. The film tells the inspiring story of an African-American family who recovered from the loss of their child, broke free from welfare, overcame addiction, and escaped the specter of violence in their community. "Legacy" was nominated for an Academy Award and received a prime-time national PBS release.
Mr. Lending has also directed and co-series produced the international award-winning PBS series "No Time to be a Child," a three-part documentary series that explores the effects of violence on children. The series has garnered numerous awards, including a national Emmy nomination for Outstanding Documentary.
In addition to his work in documentary filmmaking, Mr. Lending has also directed and produced several short films, including "Rosevelt's America," "Aimee's Crossing," and "The Principal Story." He has also worked as a freelance cinematographer for other independent filmmakers and broadcasters.
Throughout his career, Mr. Lending has received numerous awards and grants from prominent foundations, including the Ford Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, National Endowment for the Humanities, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and the Sundance Film Institute.
