Parris Patton

Parris Patton graduated from the University of Bridgeports film program in 1988 His thesis films Dancer won several honors including the Chicago International Film Festivals Gold Plaque Shortly after moving to Los Angeles Parris met the artist then known as Prince He was hired as Head of Film Production at Paisley Park Studios and moved to Minnesota During the next three years Parris produced directed and edited three concert films several music videos and a number of eclectic short films Upon returning to Hollywood Parris immediately began filming Creature Concurrent with the making of Creature Parris directed and edited The Cheshire Cat a 35mm feature film noir which played at the Brussels Film Festival He has also had several successful art shows showcasing his unique photoemulsion on canvas artwork