Laura Zinger, Director

Proceed and Be Bold! is a documentary that examines the life of letterpress operator Amos Kennedy Jr. who uses his chosen trade to make very provocative statements regarding race, social equality and more. He is an enigma of a man, who although he is an artist- does not want to be called one. Kennedy is an African-American, who left a high paying corporate job and a steady marriage to find his true calling and his happiness, which he found in letterpress operating. A very outspoken man, Kennedy likes to stir-up controversy and to get people thinking. This is an intimate look at a very unique personality, viewed through the eyes of his family, friends and collegues. The documentary also takes an interesting look at this obscure art form and how Kennedy and others are trying to make artwork more accessible to the poor and the middle class instead of just the rich. Kennedy’s idea of repackaging past statements and making them relevent again are at the core of this piece which features some of his work and his philosophy on life. Racially charged, controversial at times and intriguing look at a man who is doing what he loves and changing long held beliefs and ideals at the same time.

Watch the trailer here.