Jake Davis: Motion Man

January 20, 2011HBTVby Staff273 Views

Despite working with some of the biggest creative names today, Jake Davis remains incredibly humble. Often seen working behind the video camera, we capture the filmmaker in a reversal of rules in this episode of hypebeast.tv. He details his rise through the ranks and some of his experiences working with the likes of Supreme and other big-time musical acts.

Director: Kellen Dengler

  • http://twitter.com/Diego_EmptyOnes Diego Dorame (Tuga)

    dude said one thing right you gotta break away from the pack, i believe individualism gives the world life.

  • http://twitter.com/Diego_EmptyOnes Diego Dorame (Tuga)

    dude said one thing right you gotta break away from the pack, i believe individualism gives the world life.

  • http://twitter.com/Diego_EmptyOnes Diego Dorame (Tuga)

    dude said one thing right you gotta break away from the pack, i believe individualism gives the world life.

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  • Anonymous

    you joking?

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_RG6NV3CPROVVNWNWT4FCSELHXM Bone Head

    you sound like a really gay black guy… no offense to gay or black guys

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_RG6NV3CPROVVNWNWT4FCSELHXM Bone Head

    Funny thing is people at Supreme think that Hypebeast is so poser. Funnier thing is that Supreme is the most poser skate shop in America ie the most non-skater skate shop in America, shit for gay ass sneaker collectors, real skaters do not respect supreme. Geeks like the HK hypebeast dorks collect supreme cuz they think it gives them character in their otherwise talentless life.

  • http://twitter.com/molefacekillah Patrick Risberg

    everyone’s blessed with the gift of creativity, artists just simply don’t take it for granted

  • http://twitter.com/molefacekillah Patrick Risberg

    everyone’s blessed with the gift of creativity, artists just simply don’t take it for granted

  • http://twitter.com/molefacekillah Patrick Risberg

    everyone’s blessed with the gift of creativity, artists just simply don’t take it for granted

  • http://twitter.com/molefacekillah Patrick Risberg

    everyone’s blessed with the gift of creativity, artists just simply don’t take it for granted

  • Anonymous

    The reason no one did it is because they are not that great and the only reason his test shots sell is because tools like you endorse bullshit like this.

  • Anonymous

    The reason no one did it is because they are not that great and the only reason his test shots sell is because tools like you endorse bullshit like this.

  • Anonymous

    The reason no one did it is because they are not that great and the only reason his test shots sell is because tools like you endorse bullshit like this.

  • Anonymous

    The reason no one did it is because they are not that great and the only reason his test shots sell is because tools like you endorse bullshit like this.

  • Anonymous

    No one else did it because they’re not that great, only reason their popular is because tools like you endorse bullshit like this.

  • Anonymous

    No one else did it because they’re not that great, only reason their popular is because tools like you endorse bullshit like this.

  • Anonymous

    No one else did it because they’re not that great, only reason their popular is because tools like you endorse bullshit like this.

  • http://www.facebook.com/TM4RT Trent Marshall

    that hat makes him look ridiculous.

  • Anonymous

    What kind of sunglasses is that chick wearing @1:42?

  • Anonymous

    What kind of sunglasses is that chick wearing @1:42?

  • Anonymous

    What kind of sunglasses is that chick wearing @ 1:42?…

  • Anonymous

    What kind of sunglasses is that chick wearing @ 1:42?…

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  • http://twitter.com/drindrin31 Aldrin Tan

    Its pathetic how people hate on this dude, i enjoy his test shots. Honestly, if it was so easy how come no one else was doing it? He saw potential in something, did it and everyone is liking his stuff. The dude is an artist in every sense. I respect creatives who make things look easy, whose work looks effortless and makes us wonder “Damn why didn’t I think of that.”

  • Anonymous

    These “test shots” are boring, predictable, non threatening, cliched, patronising, unimaginative nonsense, that tell us almost zero about his sitters. It blows my mind that people eat this up. When I first saw these I actually thought they were a spoof, or a comedy sketch, then it dawned on me these people are for real, they actually are THAT cheesy… check out his blog, more of the same, its hilarious!

  • Anonymous

    These “test shots” are boring, predictable, non threatening, cliched, patronising, unimaginative nonsense, that tell us almost zero about his sitters. It blows my mind that people eat this up. When I first saw these I actually thought they were a spoof, or a comedy sketch, then it dawned on me these people are for real, they actually are THAT cheesy… check out his blog, more of the same, its hilarious!

  • Anonymous

    These “test shots” are boring, predictable, non threatening, cliched, patronising, unimaginative nonsense, that tell us almost zero about his sitters. It blows my mind that people eat this up. When I first saw these I actually thought they were a spoof, or a comedy sketch, then it dawned on me these people are for real, they actually are THAT cheesy… check out his blog, more of the same, its hilarious!

  • Anonymous

    These “test shots” are boring, predictable, non threatening, cliched, patronising, unimaginative nonsense, that tell us almost zero about his sitters. It blows my mind that people eat this up. When I first saw these I actually thought they were a spoof, or a comedy sketch, then it dawned on me these people are for real, they actually are THAT cheesy… check out his blog, more of the same, its hilarious!

  • Anonymous

    so for example, according to your definition of what an artist is, every time i formulate a sentence in an effort to express something to some one, its art. So according to you, everyone is an artist. And yea, i highly doubt that.

  • Anonymous

    so for example, according to your definition of what an artist is, every time i formulate a sentence in an effort to express something to some one, its art. So according to you, everyone is an artist. And yea, i highly doubt that.

  • Anonymous

    so for example, according to your definition of what an artist is, every time i formulate a sentence in an effort to express something to some one, its art. So according to you, everyone is an artist. And yea, i highly doubt that.

  • Anonymous

    so for example, according to your definition of what an artist is, every time i formulate a sentence in an effort to express something to some one, its art. So according to you, everyone is an artist. And yea, i highly doubt that.

  • Anonymous

    so for example, according to your definition of what an artist is, every time i formulate a sentence in an effort to express something to some one, its art. So according to you, everyone is an artist. And yea, i highly doubt that.

  • Anonymous

    I strongly disagree with some your perspective on how one can achieve success. Success is determined by a variety of different factors; how can you just exclude skill and say that success is only achievable through social associations? Social connections are absolutely imperative, but you should never discount the pertinence of things like skill/aptitude, intelligence/character, luck (as in probability), money, etc. to success. And also, strictly defined, an artist is solely someone who creates something that can be interpreted as art, the intention is irrelevant. I am an artist my self, but i create art because i enjoy it and it popularizes me amongst ladies which directly affects how much pussy i get. If i wanted to express myself, I would choose a more efficient means of expression or communicating like speaking. Oh and what is and what isn’t art as well as how good/bad a creation is interpretable, if thats what you meant by “it’s entirely subjective”, unless you meant interpretation in general, in which case is entirely subjective.

  • Anonymous

    I strongly disagree with some your perspective on how one can achieve success. Success is determined by a variety of different factors; how can you just exclude skill and say that success is only achievable through social associations? Social connections are absolutely imperative, but you should never discount the pertinence of things like skill/aptitude, intelligence/character, luck (as in probability), money, etc. to success. And also, strictly defined, an artist is solely someone who creates something that can be interpreted as art, the intention is irrelevant. I am an artist my self, but i create art because i enjoy it and it popularizes me amongst ladies which directly affects how much pussy i get. If i wanted to express myself, I would choose a more efficient means of expression or communicating like speaking. Oh and what is and what isn’t art as well as how good/bad a creation is interpretable, if thats what you meant by “it’s entirely subjective”, unless you meant interpretation in general, in which case is entirely subjective.

  • http://twitter.com/_hype_beast_ Caterpillar

    Style is nice, pretty girl too.

  • Anonymous

    whether he is a prissy white boy who followed the traditional movie maker path and ended up with a pretty good artistic portfolio or a true artist who happened to gain some wonderful contacts to boost his image does not matter much. He has gotten shine from the right people and his work is decent. His name might outshine his work from time to time but he is undeniably an artist in every basis of the word

  • Anonymous

    whether he is a prissy white boy who followed the traditional movie maker path and ended up with a pretty good artistic portfolio or a true artist who happened to gain some wonderful contacts to boost his image does not matter much. He has gotten shine from the right people and his work is decent. His name might outshine his work from time to time but he is undeniably an artist in every basis of the word

  • Anonymous

    whether he is a prissy white boy who followed the traditional movie maker path and ended up with a pretty good artistic portfolio or a true artist who happened to gain some wonderful contacts to boost his image does not matter much. He has gotten shine from the right people and his work is decent. His name might outshine his work from time to time but he is undeniably an artist in every basis of the word

  • http://theprestigiousinstitute.blogspot.com/ The Prestige

    Art is how you interpret it… so by saying he isn’t is just an insult to your intelligence. You can’t call him not an artist because he DOES have the ability to capture sick movements. And yes he is a good dresser. Just because he is a brand whore doesn’t make him dress poorly. And I would like you to show me the lookbooks that he copied his “costumes” from.

  • Anonymous

    just deal with jake on a regular basis and you’ll see, i do. you can see this kid hugging himself in the corner at every party he should NOT be at and that he got on his knees on for the invite, kid is a joke and this is coming from a lady who has dealt with REAL artists and talent on a daily basis. If you call him talented, this is only because you are not talented. This man thinks K Swiss is cool. Enough stated. Jake, you want to find yourself? Here is help, lose the tourist ny baseball cap, go back to the Upper West Side, where you will find your never-will-be-cool k swiss sneakers and your street wanna-bee, rich-boy Supreme hat and matching thong. and you can start your lap-dance already, brendon babenzien might have some more singles for you. herb.

  • Anonymous

    just deal with jake on a regular basis and you’ll see, i do. you can see this kid hugging himself in the corner at every party he should NOT be at and that he got on his knees on for the invite, kid is a joke and this is coming from a lady who has dealt with REAL artists and talent on a daily basis. If you call him talented, this is only because you are not talented. This man thinks K Swiss is cool. Enough stated. Jake, you want to find yourself? Here is help, lose the tourist ny baseball cap, go back to the Upper West Side, where you will find your never-will-be-cool k swiss sneakers and your street wanna-bee, rich-boy Supreme hat and matching thong. and you can start your lap-dance already, brendon babenzien might have some more singles for you. herb.

  • Anonymous

    WDUP RZA!!!!!!!

  • Anonymous

    WDUP RZA!!!!!!!

  • http://twitter.com/GrandVillainy RobbySoulie

    I always appreciate art when I see it. You can’t say the dude doesn’t have some talent. It’s true what people say about it’s who you know though. That’s just life. Fortunately for him he happens to be friends with the people from Supreme. Don’t hate on him for that. His hat is dope by the way

  • http://twitter.com/GrandVillainy RobbySoulie

    I always appreciate art when I see it. You can’t say the dude doesn’t have some talent. It’s true what people say about it’s who you know though. That’s just life. Fortunately for him he happens to be friends with the people from Supreme. Don’t hate on him for that. His hat is dope by the way

  • http://twitter.com/GrandVillainy RobbySoulie

    I always appreciate art when I see it. You can’t say the dude doesn’t have some talent. It’s true what people say about it’s who you know though. That’s just life. Fortunately for him he happens to be friends with the people from Supreme. Don’t hate on him for that. His hat is dope by the way

  • http://twitter.com/GrandVillainy RobbySoulie

    I always appreciate art when I see it. You can’t say the dude doesn’t have some talent. It’s true what people say about it’s who you know though. That’s just life. Fortunately for him he happens to be friends with the people from Supreme. Don’t hate on him for that. His hat is dope by the way

  • http://twitter.com/GrandVillainy RobbySoulie

    I always appreciate art when I see it. You can’t say the dude doesn’t have some talent. It’s true what people say about it’s who you know though. That’s just life. Fortunately for him he happens to be friends with the people from Supreme. Don’t hate on him for that. His hat is dope by the way

  • http://twitter.com/GrandVillainy RobbySoulie

    I always appreciate art when I see it. You can’t say the dude doesn’t have some talent. It’s true what people say about it’s who you know though. That’s just life. Fortunately for him he happens to be friends with the people from Supreme. Don’t hate on him for that. His hat is dope by the way

  • http://twitter.com/GrandVillainy RobbySoulie

    I always appreciate art when I see it. You can’t say the dude doesn’t have some talent. It’s true what people say about it’s who you know though. That’s just life. Fortunately for him he happens to be friends with the people from Supreme. Don’t hate on him for that. His hat is dope by the way

  • http://twitter.com/okcody cody ellis

    “art” haha

  • http://twitter.com/okcody cody ellis

    “art” haha

  • http://twitter.com/okcody cody ellis

    “art” haha

  • http://twitter.com/okcody cody ellis

    “art” haha

  • http://twitter.com/okcody cody ellis

    “art” haha

  • http://twitter.com/okcody cody ellis

    “art” haha

  • http://twitter.com/okcody cody ellis

    “art” haha

  • http://twitter.com/okcody cody ellis

    “art” haha

  • Anonymous

    although i share many similarities to this individual taste wise, he really hasnt done anything to seperate himself from the pack. its all about who you know though right?

  • Anonymous

    although i share many similarities to this individual taste wise, he really hasnt done anything to seperate himself from the pack. its all about who you know though right?

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_3JLDXSR4ACGL7QOHTMVL56MN5I Reginald Reggie Noble

    Like …. Why you mad son? Can’t take someone success away. And I’m sure your right. Still, no need for the negativity. Art is whatever you make of it

  • Guest

    Nice, really nice. I hope someday i can do something great like this.

  • Guest

    Nice, really nice. I hope someday i can do something great like this.

  • Guest

    Nice, really nice. I hope someday i can do something great like this.

  • Guest

    Nice, really nice. I hope someday i can do something great like this.

  • http://twitter.com/MC_KRX M.C

    An artist is anyone who creates with the intent to express something, and it’s entirely subjective. Besides, everyone knows success isn’t about what you know, it’s who you know. Step up your networking skills and learn to make friends in high places. Being talented and handing out business cards is only going to get you so far, connecting with people in ways to make it a mutual benefit is just as important as the final product.

  • http://twitter.com/MC_KRX M.C

    An artist is anyone who creates with the intent to express something, and it’s entirely subjective. Besides, everyone knows success isn’t about what you know, it’s who you know. Step up your networking skills and learn to make friends in high places. Being talented and handing out business cards is only going to get you so far, connecting with people in ways to make it a mutual benefit is just as important as the final product.

  • http://twitter.com/MC_KRX M.C

    An artist is anyone who creates with the intent to express something, and it’s entirely subjective. Besides, everyone knows success isn’t about what you know, it’s who you know. Step up your networking skills and learn to make friends in high places. Being talented and handing out business cards is only going to get you so far, connecting with people in ways to make it a mutual benefit is just as important as the final product.

  • http://twitter.com/MC_KRX M.C

    An artist is anyone who creates with the intent to express something, and it’s entirely subjective. Besides, everyone knows success isn’t about what you know, it’s who you know. Step up your networking skills and learn to make friends in high places. Being talented and handing out business cards is only going to get you so far, connecting with people in ways to make it a mutual benefit is just as important as the final product.

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_TO3OKH5HHDSTYFP66GRA6GFWEU Thomas

    “Jake Davis remains incredibly humble”

    LoL if you know anything about Jake Davis you would know Humble is the exact opposite of this person.

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_AM46E6KDFYGYBCG6ZKZB3V5Q3E Ross

    Always loved his work. Glad to see that he seems like a cool guy as well.

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_AM46E6KDFYGYBCG6ZKZB3V5Q3E Ross

    Always loved his work. Glad to see that he seems like a cool guy as well.

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_AM46E6KDFYGYBCG6ZKZB3V5Q3E Ross

    Always loved his work. Glad to see that he seems like a cool guy as well.

  • http://twitter.com/JHNLWG John Liwag

    I really enjoyed this. The Jake Davis Test Shots have grown to be something of their own… It’s the most beautiful thing to just “do something” and not expects results out of it. He surely didn’t know the impact these were going to make. He did it for a genuine reason, which was to show his friends’ impeccable style to the world. Simple concept; great results.

    And it’s also amazing to realize that these test shots are not all he does. What a down to earth dude.

  • http://twitter.com/JHNLWG John Liwag

    I really enjoyed this. The Jake Davis Test Shots have grown to be something of their own… It’s the most beautiful thing to just “do something” and not expects results out of it. He surely didn’t know the impact these were going to make. He did it for a genuine reason, which was to show his friends’ impeccable style to the world. Simple concept; great results.

    And it’s also amazing to realize that these test shots are not all he does. What a down to earth dude.

  • http://twitter.com/JHNLWG John Liwag

    I really enjoyed this. The Jake Davis Test Shots have grown to be something of their own… It’s the most beautiful thing to just “do something” and not expects results out of it. He surely didn’t know the impact these were going to make. He did it for a genuine reason, which was to show his friends’ impeccable style to the world. Simple concept; great results.

    And it’s also amazing to realize that these test shots are not all he does. What a down to earth dude.

  • http://twitter.com/JHNLWG John Liwag

    I really enjoyed this. The Jake Davis Test Shots have grown to be something of their own… It’s the most beautiful thing to just “do something” and not expects results out of it. He surely didn’t know the impact these were going to make. He did it for a genuine reason, which was to show his friends’ impeccable style to the world. Simple concept; great results.

    And it’s also amazing to realize that these test shots are not all he does. What a down to earth dude.

  • Anonymous

    The term “artist” really get’s thrown around these days it’s starting to not have meaning anymore. I see another rich white kid from Manhattan that knew people and got handed everything by doing something any average student film maker could do. You wonder where ” the rich get richer” term comes from. I know so many talented people that will never have the opportunity to get what a person like this gets. Feel free to believe what you may but don’t insult me selling me on this pseudo contrived bullshit you’re calling “art”. Do everyone a favor and say you’re privileged and fortunate. FYI, he’s not a good dresser you dweebs, he’s wearing multiple lookbook costumes. Any retard is capable of following directions as I’m sure most of you do. Learn how to think for yourself.

  • Anonymous

    The term “artist” really get’s thrown around these days it’s starting to not have meaning anymore. I see another rich white kid from Manhattan that knew people and got handed everything by doing something any average student film maker could do. You wonder where ” the rich get richer” term comes from. I know so many talented people that will never have the opportunity to get what a person like this gets. Feel free to believe what you may but don’t insult me selling me on this pseudo contrived bullshit you’re calling “art”. Do everyone a favor and say you’re privileged and fortunate. FYI, he’s not a good dresser you dweebs, he’s wearing multiple lookbook costumes. Any retard is capable of following directions as I’m sure most of you do. Learn how to think for yourself.

  • Anonymous

    The term “artist” really get’s thrown around these days it’s starting to not have meaning anymore. I see another rich white kid from Manhattan that knew people and got handed everything by doing something any average student film maker could do. You wonder where ” the rich get richer” term comes from. I know so many talented people that will never have the opportunity to get what a person like this gets. Feel free to believe what you may but don’t insult me selling me on this pseudo contrived bullshit you’re calling “art”. Do everyone a favor and say you’re privileged and fortunate. FYI, he’s not a good dresser you dweebs, he’s wearing multiple lookbook costumes. Any retard is capable of following directions as I’m sure most of you do. Learn how to think for yourself.

  • http://twitter.com/teamnewnork newnork

    Very nice production on the video, this dude seems mad down to earth. Kind of rare these days

  • http://twitter.com/teamnewnork newnork

    Very nice production on the video, this dude seems mad down to earth. Kind of rare these days

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  • http://twitter.com/FucknFilthy FucknFilthy

    really loved this

  • Anonymous

    lovin the atmosphere in the vid

  • Anonymous

    lovin the atmosphere in the vid

  • Anonymous

    lovin the atmosphere in the vid

  • Anonymous

    great video

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  • http://theprestigiousinstitute.blogspot.com/ The Prestige

    The man dresses really well.. kudos

  • http://theprestigiousinstitute.blogspot.com/ The Prestige

    The man dresses really well.. kudos

  • http://theprestigiousinstitute.blogspot.com/ The Prestige

    The man dresses really well.. kudos

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