rachelhunter

Hi Everyone! My name is Rachel Hunter, and I'm from Butler Pennsylvania, which is just outside of Pittsburgh (GO STEELERS). There are many "Rachels" out there, so many people resort to calling me "Hunter" . Then again, I have met some guys named Hunter here at Huntington, so feel free to call me anything: "Ray", "Rach", whatever you want. Film production is my major, and I could not be more thrilled about it. On the other hand, business is my minor, and I could not be less thrilled about that one... Oh well, I have to please the parents somehow.

My main interests: music, theater, missions, and of course film. I love music, but really... who doesn't? I'm mostly interested in the instrumental side of music, and how it can so easily transform your mood and emotions. I currently play guitar and drums, but I am always experimenting with any instrument available to me. Theater is something that I've always enjoyed being a part of. I do love acting; however, it's the process, the people, their devotion, and the entire experience that have really kept me interested in musicals and theater. Missions is something very close to my heart. I have been on three missions trips to Hato Mayor in the Dominican Republic. I absolutely adore the people there. I would not be the same person, without having met and seen these people and the way they live their lives. Okay, now getting to my enthusiasm for film. Ever since I was younger, like any little kid I loved creating stories. I would use my friends, my family, or my toys to help make my stories, and I was always compelled to grab the camcorder and video everything that was going on. I have developed a passion for films that are conceptual or push the limits of what is known to be possible. Animation astounds me even though I am on the live-action side. Stop-motion is something that I can never get enough of. I love people. Plain and simple. I love the way we act, the way we express ourselves, and especially the way we think, and I think it becomes something beautiful and even profound when that is captured on film. That is what draws me in personally and is something that I believe relates to everyone. 

The most important thing in my life is my relationship with God. If there is anything in the universe that defines me it is Him. All of these interests come after that, and I am so very  thrilled to discover the best way to keep my faith, and still make art in the world of film; art that glorifies and pleases Him. 

Well, I hope this gives you an accurate representation of myself, and I am looking forward to learning about you all and your thoughts on  class, films, and life. I know this will be a challenging yet rewarding semester. Can't wait!