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Stacy!

Oh, my gosh, Laura.
I am so sorry.

What's got you so engrossed?

"Whatever happened to legendary
photographer, Shane Mitchell?"

I was always such a fan of his and wondered
why he disappeared from the art world.

Shane Mitchell...
I think I remember him.

"In his early 20s, phenom
photographer Shane Mitchell

took the art world by storm

with his candid series,
Passion."

That's right, that was incredible!

"But as quickly as he gained notoriety,

he just as quickly vanished."

Didn't he mark his photos with some
kind of signature or something?

Yes. A fingerprint.
It was groundbreaking.

That's right. "Where has
he been for the past ten years?"

It's hard to tell what he looks
like from this picture.

Wait a minute.

Laura, did you finish your portfolio?

Laura, these are wonderful.

Thank you.

That means a lot coming
from a future head curator.

Let's not get ahead of ourselves.

I still need to find a space.

But one day,
I'll proudly hang your work.

In the meantime, hopefully Roxanne
likes my work as much as you do

and agrees to put me
in the Newcomer's Showcase.

Ladies.

Where is it?

Roxanne? I brought in my portfolio
for you to review for the--

They'll be no reviewing anything today.

We've got a huge problem with the gala.

What's the matter?

Phillip has decided our roster of artists

is not up to his standards.

He wants an A-lister.

And since he's this gallery's
biggest underwriter,

it means we either find a star,
or we find new jobs.

Um, what about Jessica Tambor?
She's--

She just showed in New York
and Phillip wants a premiere.

Right. Oh, um...

There's also Christopher Henson, he's--

Under contract
with a gallery in Los Angeles.

Maybe we could find new underwriters?

The Minton Family has been this gallery's
underwriter for generations.

I can't be the curator who lost them!

- Shane Mitchell.
- Did you say something?

Mm-hmm.

Well, I better make some calls.

Do not disturb me
unless it's an emergency.

Roxanne.

We're gonna get you a muffin
to go with that coffee.

- Blueberry, please.
- Oh, okay.

What is going on?

You tell me. I've known you
long enough to know

that there's something on your mind.

I don't understand.

I'm gonna try and find
Shane Mitchell

and get him to premiere
new work at the gala.

The same Shane Mitchell
that's been in hiding?

And the same gala that's in two weeks?

Exactly! Coming on the heels
of this article

and premiering new work
after ten years, it'd be a coup!

Yes, but nobody knows where he is.

Well, according to the article,

he could be running
a coffee shop in Newton, Oregon.

That's only two towns away.

But it also says

he could be in the middle of the
ocean with Greenpeace

rescuing whales,
or somewhere in Mexico City.

- I know you love this gallery--
- I have to try, Stacy.

I can't just sit back and do nothing.

Besides,

what's the harm in sneaking off
to Newton for a few hours?

I don't know.

Will you cover for me, at least?

Please.

For the record,
I think this is crazy,

but if anyone can do it, you can.

- Thank you, thank you, thank you!
- Okay...

Hey, listen.

I'm sure he was a great photographer,

but my name is Mitch,
not Shane Mitch, Mitchum?

Oh, Mitchell.

Look, the only photos I take
are of my dog.

You got it.

Another reporter?

It'll die down. It always does,

once something bigger and better
comes along.

Is that the mail?

Mostly bills, unfortunately.

Why'd you say your name was
Mitch?

Throws them off the scent.

And you don't tell them
who you are because...

Because I don't want to have
to deal with all the questions

that come along with the,
"Why'd you stop taking photographs?

Why a coffee shop?
Will you ever start again?"

Will you?

Look,

I'm just not that guy anymore. Okay?

Besides, we have real work to do

figuring out how to bring in
more customers.

Why do you pretend to have a dog?

Because if I'm gonna have
to deal with them calling me,

I think I should be able
to have a little bit of fun.

Now let's talk business.

I've had a few thoughts, actually.

What's this?

Just some ideas.

Promotions, advertising options...

Ways to hopefully entice the customer.

It's just a start.

Wow. Good work.

- Thanks, Jenson.
- Yeah.

Six coffee shops in one town?

Here we go.

Hi there. How can I help you?

Yes. Thank you. I'll have a--

- Coffee?
- No!

I mean, yes, please.

You know you're shaking your head, no?

Am I?

Do you have anything without caffeine?

Decaf?

Maybe just something cold.

Thirst quenching.

- Water?
- Yes!

Sorry, just a little too much
caffeine on an empty stomach.

Help yourself.

Hey, why don't you have a seat?

Here. Free of charge. Eat.

Wow. Thank you.

Mmm. That's delicious.
Did you bake it?

I did.

Might be the best muffin
I've ever tasted.

Thanks, but I think you're just
starving and over-caffeinated.

Does a Shane Mitchell happen to work here?

No. No, sorry.

Figures.

Why are you looking for him?
If you don't mind me asking.

I had some half-baked idea...

He's a photographer who's kind
of hiding out.

I thought if I could find him,
I could convince him to premiere new work

at this wonderful
little gallery I work for.

We need a star for our upcoming gala.

A star, huh?

Except he's probably in the middle of
the Atlantic riding a humpback whale.

I'm sorry?

The more I think about it,
he's pretty overrated anyway.

I mean, he had a couple of successful
shows, all with candids.

But anyone can get lucky with candids.

You click the shutter enough times,
you're bound to get a good shot eventually.

Still life, that's what I do.

Those take skill.
Preparation,

compositional talent.

That's the real art.

Okay. Well...

Nice talking to you.
Enjoy your muffin.

You know, this is just my opinion and all.

But I don't think candids are
as easy as you think they are.

And with still lifes, you have total
control over your elements.

You don't have to do anything on the
fly or rely on your instincts.

Some would say that requires
a lot less talent.

How did you...

It's you!
You're Shane Mitchell!

He's Shane Mitchell, isn't he?

Uh...

Okay. Yes, I'm Shane Mitchell.

I am so glad I found you.

Now you can do the show and
the gallery won't have to close.

Whoa! I'm not doing any show.

I don't take photographs anymore. At all.

- At all?
- Not in ten years.

Sorry, I'm not your guy.

He's telling the truth.

You're still here?

I was thinking,

ten years is a long time.

It could be a comeback show!

I thought I was overrated?

I never said that.

Click the shutter enough times

and you're bound to get
a good shot eventually.

That was just the caffeine
coursing through my system.

- You can't hold that against me.
- Who are you?

Laura Dillon.

And what, you're a curator or something?

Goodness, no.
I'm an assistant at the gallery.

And a photographer.

So, your boss sent you here--

No. She doesn't know I'm here.

I was gonna surprise her
once I found you and you agreed.

Wait.

There's money in this gala thing?

Yes. Collectors.

Rich collectors will buy his work.

They'll buy your work.

They'll buy your work.
With money.

But I don't take photographs anymore,

so there's no work to buy.

Couldn't you use the extra cash?

Doesn't seem like you have much
going on here.

You're insulting my shop now?

No, no. I didn't mean it like that.

I just meant that it's only
two weeks of your life.

Two weeks!

Even if I wanted to,

I couldn't put together a show
in two weeks.

I'm not your star.

So, unless you want that
muffin recipe, you should go.

- You're serious?
- Yes, I am.

Send message to Stacy.
I found him.

But I'm gonna need your help tomorrow.

Enjoy.

You know, I'm actually
considering getting a dog.

- Really?
- People like dogs.

Like a canine coffee shop mascot.

Maybe it will help bring in
some customers.

Oh. I got it.

Shane?!

- Is he inside?
- Yeah.

: Yes, sounds good. Bye.

Hi. I'm Stacy.
It's an honour to meet you.

Your Passion Series, your use of textural

along with the contrast
of black and white...

It all came together
in such a breathtaking way.

Wow. Thank you.

Good to know you're friends
with someone who has good taste.

So, you wanna let me know
what's going on with all this?

I have a proposal.
Well, kind of a bet, actually.

- A contest.
- Right.

- Part bet, part contest.
- Go on.

We each take one photo.
Just one shot of anything in the shop.

But I don't take pictures anymore.

Do this with me today.
Only one shot.

And we'll get some neutral
parties to pick their favourite.

And if the pick mine,
you agree to do the gala.

But again, I don't take
photographs anymore.

And if they pick yours, you'll
never have to see me again.

Now that's intriguing.

And if I say no to this proposition?

Then, you'll see me every day, all day,
until the day of the gala.

Laura is pretty tenacious.

Why are you so stuck on this?

Because this is mutually beneficial
opportunity for you and the gallery.

And because I believe there's
still a photographer in you.

Whether you see it or not.

Plus, if the gallery stays open,
she'll have a shot at the Newcomer's Showcase.

It's true.

Regardless, my gut tells me that despite
your obstinance and arrogance--

Arrogance?

That you're the guy
to make this gala a success.

And I always listen to my gut.

Hmm.

One shot?

Of anything in here?
And you'll go away?

Mm-hmm. I'll even do a candid.

'Cause you're probably pretty rusty.

I'll have you know,

I can take a great still life.

- I just always chose not too.
- Hm...

So, it's a bet?

Fine.

But I need my equipment downstairs.

Okay.

Let's do this.

Is that a digital camera?

It is. Why?

Can't use digital.

It's too much about the technology
and not about the art.

You lose all the intricate details.

That may have been true ten years ago,

but the technology
has come a very long way.

And I like the ability to change
film speeds on the fly.

And these days, filters can be built-in.

Plus you can be sure
you get the shot you need.

Oh, yeah.

Take enough photos and you're bound
to get a good one eventually.

- I said that once.
- Fine.

Could you bring over
the light stand, please?

Sure.

What now?

Just, all that equipment.

Looks like you're filming
a movie or building a spaceship.

It does not!

Hey, Shane. What are you doing here,
a little movie or something?

Uh, we're having a little photo contest.

Oh, no way!
You take photographs?

- I used to.
- Beautiful ones.

Oh.

- Got your usual coming up!
- Hey...

You should stick around.

We're gonna vote which one
we like once they're finished.

- Nice.
- Mm-hmm.

Not a lot of people here, though.

Want me to call up some buds?

- Sure!
- Sweet, I got you.

He's our one regular.

- Oh.
- Yeah.

Jenson, may I have one of
those delicious muffins, please?

- Yeah.
- Add it to her tab.

: He's kidding.

You're kidding, right?

Mostly.

Hey. What are you doing?

The light was blowing out
my shot. It was ruining it.

Really?

Natural light was ruining your shot?

Use a polarized filter
or change up the ISO.

I'd prefer having control
of my atmosphere.

Art isn't controlled.

In fact, a photo is a moment
in time captured,

not a moment manipulated.

Hey, you guys.
Be nicer to the blinds, okay?

We can't afford new ones.

I'm a creative.

I create. What you do is essentially copy.

- I copy?
- You know,

my sister's wedding photographer
used a lot of natural light.

See? People love natural light.

That sounds wonderful.

- For weddings.
- I heard that.

Okay! Okay! Okay.

Shane, since you need the light,

why don't you take your photo first?

Then after he's done,
Laura, you go. Deal?

Fine.

Fine by me.

She's good.

And...

Done?

Yep. That's the one.
Right there.

How will you develop it, though?

I stored my stuff in the
basement. Give me 15 minutes.

Anybody want me to refresh their drinks?

- Me, please.
- While we wait for the final results?

Yeah, black.

Okay. Welcome to the first
ever Steam Photo Contest.

We need your help.
I always say,

it's not the artist that determines
whether the art is great,

it's good people like you.

So, take a look

and cast your vote.

Well, it was really close

but the winner of the first
Steam Photo Contest is...

- Laura.
- Yes!

What are you doing?

My happy dance.

Oh. I have to call Roxanne.

Laura, where are you?

I'm in Newton.

Newton? Why?

Because I found Shane Mitchell here

and he's agreed to premiere
new work at the gala.

That is just incredible.

What?

If I'm gonna be working
for her, I'd like a word.

Roxanne, Shane would like
to speak with you.

Of course, put him on.

Hi.

Shane, I can't tell you

what a wonderful surprise it is
to have you headline our gala.

I'm so glad. But look,

if I'm gonna do this in only two weeks,
I'm gonna need an assistant.

Oh. Yes. Of course.

Shane, can I ask you to please
put me on speaker phone?

Sure.

Wonderful.

Laura, congratulations.

You get to be Shane's assistant
for the next two weeks.

I'm sorry, his assistant?

You know our budget is tight.
And Stacy can cover for you here.

Oh, and do a good job.

We can definitely get you
in that Newcomer's Showcase.

Really?
The Newcomer's Showcase?

Really. Keep me updated.

Okay.

Hmm.

Looks like you need me.

Sounds like you need me.

See you tomorrow morning.
Early.

Thanks for helping me
with everything today.

I was happy to.

- Something good?
- Yes.

It's just this new artist
I found.

She's got great instincts.

I think she's gonna have quite the career.

That's what you told me
when you first saw my work.

And helped me get the assistant
job at the gallery.

Yes. And now you're finally
gonna show your work.

Ah...! Which reminds me.

What's this?

It's a listing for a rental space.

The square footage might be a bit small

but it just might work
for an intimate gallery.

Thank you.

Laura, make the most of this with Shane.

I know he can be a little prickly,

but you never know what you can learn.

Speaking of...

I should probably get
some sleep. We're meeting early.

Call me after it's done.

- I can't wait to hear about it.
- I promise.

Oh, wait a minute.

I thought you were here to help me?

I'm multitasking.

Multitasking?

Far be it from me to give up
an opportunity to learn

from someone
with greater experience than I.

Did you rehearse that?

A little bit.

Come on, digital.

Shhh.

Sorry, just trying to get
a sense for where we are.

- We're in the woods.
- I know we're in the...

Are your eyes closed?

By not relying on my eyesight,

I can get a sense of where
the best photograph might be.

My sense of the light,

the environment around me is more detailed

and it sparks my intuition.

Where are you going?

No good shots are on the trail.

I want to be in the woods.
Not beside them.

You can stay here, but I'm going.

Suddenly, he's Ansel Adams.

- What'd you say?
- Nothing!

- Can I ask you something?
- Sure.

What made you stop taking
photographs all those years ago?

Shane?

- Would you pass me the telephoto please?
- Oh, yeah. Sure.

What are you doing?

The light is so perfect.
Look how peaceful that woman is.

Like everything in her world is perfect.

And I can capture that
by blurring the background

and capturing the Bokeh.

You can do that on the computer in post.

That's one way of doing it.

Sorry. Couldn't resist.

Multitasking. I get it.

Oh, it's a relief to get
something on the first day out.

Oh, we haven't gotten anything
yet. This is just practice.

I need to get a sense of things again.

What? It's been ten years!

And besides, I'll need a theme.

It can't just be a mishmash of photos.
I need a through line.

So, you never mentioned what you thought
about my photo from the contest.

It was good.

You definitely know how to set up a shot.

But...?

I don't know.
It was cold.

Unemotional.

It's a still life.

Yes, but it's still life, right?

For example, you said
you love composition.

And while your photograph
was composed beautifully,

had the beans spilled out
into the photograph

instead of just scattered around it,

it would've given the print
more life, more feeling.

Setting it up your way felt...

controlled and clean somehow.

And it was a little overexposed.

I think we're going
in the wrong direction.

You shouldn't have asked my opinion if--

It's not that! It's the map.

It's showing that the trail is that way.

But our car is that way.

But our car is
at the beginning of the trail,

- that way.
- Well, I'm not going that way.

Fine. We'll each go our own way.

Fine by me.

Two more weeks of his nonsense.

So arrogant and irritating!

Where am I?

It's not like I just fell
into photography.

Maybe I know what I'm talking about.

Yes!

Victory!

Are you this frustrating with
everyone or is it just with me?

What can I say?
You bring it out of me.

Just get in the car.

Hey, boss? I'm heading out.

Oh, okay, man. Goodnight.

Those yours?

Uh, no. No, that's Laura's.

- You know, from the contest.
- Oh, right. Nice.

Yeah, yeah. Yeah, I guess.

Which reminds me,
Stacy was saying

we should make an impromptu gallery
on the walls in the shop.

I could even create a social
media campaign around it

to try and help bring more customers
into the coffee shop. Hmm?

Okay. That sounds good.

Okay. I'll talk to you tomorrow.

- Have a goodnight.
- You too, man.

So, Jenson?

I've been thinking
about these walls of yours.

Good morning to you too.

Morning, Jenson.
Is Shane around?

I'm here, good morning.
What's this?

- I brought a little gift for you both.
- Oh!

This is from an up-and-coming photographer
that I've been following

and she jumped at the chance
for it to be hung on your wall.

If that's okay with you?

You don't want it for your gallery?

Well, Roxanne is a bid timid
about new artists.

She wants someone
with more experience and cred.

And me on the other hand, I love being
right at the start of someone's career.

Which is why your gallery
will be so incredible.

But until then,

there are still many budding artists

that deserve some attention.

So, can I hang it on your wall?

Sure.

The gallery wall is all yours.

Great.

We'd better get going.

Where to today?
Getting lost in a corn maze?

The park, actually.

- Huh.
- You approve?

I do.

So, I was thinking about you last night.

You were?

I was thinking I'd like
to get you to try my camera.

I'm on a mission.

Shouldn't your mission be about
taking the photos for the gala?

I'm multitasking.

Not much going on here, huh?

Come on, digital.
Don't give up so easily.

I'm sure with all that modern technology,
you'll find something.

See, what you see as dull,

I see as harmonious.

If you do your job right,

you can capture it without
getting in the way of it.

Wow! This castle is amazing!

Do you mind if I build an extension?

Go ahead, have fun.

Sure.

- Can I snap some pictures?
- Yeah, absolutely.

Don't mind her, she's just trying
to steal our building techniques.

Mm-hmm. I got some great photos
with this impressive castle.

If only this guy wasn't ruining our shots.

Guess I'll have to use
some photo editing magic.

See, that's what I'm talking about.

You fix things after the fact.
That isn't art.

I'm not fixing anything,
I'm elevating it.

- You're changing it.
- Hey!

Stop fighting in my castle!

: Sorry.

Okay. I think it's looking pretty good.

Hmm. Something is missing, though.

How are all the people gonna get
across that amazing moat

and into the castle?
I'm stumped.

Well, that's perfect.
Wouldn't you say so?

- Yeah!
- Wooh!

Look, Shane, a happy dance.

Thank you for letting us join you.

Our work here is done,
oh great king of sandcastles.

High-five!

Thank you for all your help
today. It was fun.

Of course.
We got some great shots.

Are you hungry? Do you want
to stay for take-out?

Sure.

But first, come take a look at this photo.

Tell me it isn't great.

The colour just pops. And look
at the clarity of the image.

You know, I have a lens that you'd
really like. Let me go find it.

Okay.

Have a look around.
Make yourself at home.

What are you doing?

Oh, I'm sorry.

I just happened to find this slide
projector and I got curious.

They're incredible by the way.

Um...

I don't think I'm hungry anymore.

Actually, it's getting pretty late.

Oh.

Okay.

I'm really sorry,
I didn't mean to--

Look, I understand.

Let's just call it.

Sure.

Okay.

Shane's at the gallery.
He seems upset about something.

I wanted to apologize about last night.

I was out of line.

You were out of line?

Those photos you saw are really old

and I hadn't seen them in a long time.

They brought up feelings
I haven't felt in a while.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry!

Curiosity just took over.

And those images are beautiful.

Especially the one of the smiling man.

Do you think we can still work together?

- I would love that.
- Good.

Because I really need your help
for this next part.

What's that?

I've decided on a theme.

What is it?

Happy dancing.

Really?

There's something about it.

It's like our inner child comes out
every once in a while to play.

I really want to capture
that purity for the show.

And I can't do it without your help.

What do you think?

I love it. It's perfect.

So, a reset?

Reset.

Hmm?

Something wrong?

I just can't seem to get
the lighting right.

Do me a favour?

Take a look and I'll stand in the frame.

You're right.

It's a little underexposed
on your left side.

Yeah, I thought so.

Maybe I'll try a reflector.
I'll be right back.

Hmm.

Okay...

- What's this?
- Just take a look.

- Perfect.
- See?

Sometimes you need to create the moment.

I think we're ready.

Uh... what's all this?

Hi, um...

today we're taking photos of everyone in the
community doing their best happy dance.

Would you like to participate?

Oh, I haven't danced in forever.

Well, this isn't just dancing,
this is that Christmas morning moment.

You know when you were a kid
and you got the perfect gift

and you couldn't help but show your
excitement through your whole body?

Do you have any moments like that?

When I finished my first triathlon,
right after knee surgery.

- That's amazing!
- How did that make you feel?

All right!

Come on!

Yeah!

Come on, Shane. Come on.

- Come on!
- Nope. Absolutely not.

Come on.

That was fun!

What are these prints?

Oh. I developed some old photos
of mine for some practice.

Get my sense for the process again.

I always wondered
how you did the fingerprint.

Well, have you ever worked
in a dark room before?

No, actually.

Well, do you want me to show you?

Please.

The first and most important
thing you need to know

is that film photography takes time.

It's a respect and a connection
you create with your photo

both physically and emotionally.

It's not about getting it done fast,

it's about getting it right.

Oh.

Well, that's the print.

Did we just ruin it?

No, we're just all wet.

Sorry.

It's okay.
That's why we wear aprons.

Now what?

Now we leave the room

and let the print dry.
How about a walk?

And ice cream? My treat.

Even better.

Are you interested in opening a store?

No. Not me.

Okay. 'Cause I do know the owner.

He's a really nice guy.

Good to know.

Thank you again for taking me
through the developing process.

Especially the fingerprint part.

Feels like I'm in on a little secret.

You know that fingerprint
actually isn't mine.

It's my dad's.

He came up with the idea
and taught me how to do it.

You still use the same one?

I do.

He got me into photography, so...

Well, he must be really proud
of what you've accomplished.

He...

Remember that picture
you found in my house?

- The one of the smiling man?
- Is that your dad?

I took that at a
surprise party we threw for him

a little over ten years ago.

Well, based on that photo,
looks like he loved it.

He did.

He passed soon after.

Oh...

Shane, I'm so sorry.

Those photos were...

supposed to be part of an album
I was making for him, but...

I never got the chance to give it to him.

Oh...

You asked me why I stopped
taking photographs...

The love for photography was something
that I always shared with my dad.

And after he passed, I just...

couldn't find that love again.

I just decided my photography
days were behind me.

And then you burst through my door.

And now here we are.

You know, maybe photography is a way
for you to keep your dad's memory

and all the time
you've spent with him, alive.

I like that.

That's really nice.

There you guys are.

You planning on a mural now?

Well, not a mural.

I wanted to make your gallery
official with a proper sign.

The artists I'm bringing deserve it.

What will it say, exactly?

Steam Gallery.

That does make it official.

Let's do it.

Great. Take a brush.

: Okay,
I think it's ready.

It's perfect.

Where have you been off to?

Grabbing something special
for our gallery.

You said you want to highlight
work from up-and-comers?

Here you go.

I always said I'd be proud
to hang your work.

Now, let's hang it over there.

Thank you.

What exactly are we doing here?

I was hoping to get your opinion.

On?

Whether this gallery space
is right for you?

Now, I know it's not in the city,

but Newton does have a budding art scene.

And the rent is cheaper here.

And Shane knows the owner,
so I bet he'll put in a good word for you.

You talked to Shane about this?

No. Not yet.

I wanted to speak with you first.

Stacy, with all the work you do
for new artists,

it's time you get your own space.

We up-and-comers need curators
like you advocating for us.

You've grown, Laura.
Not just in your work, but you.

Assisting Shane has taught me so much.

Even if we disagree on style or something,

I'm looking at my work in a whole new way.

I can see that.

Just make sure
you keep looking at your work.

What do you mean?

You've blossomed since
becoming Shane's assistant.

I just hope you know how much your
input makes his work better.

So, when your partnership ends,
you know that it wasn't all him.

It was you too.

I hadn't really thought
beyond these two weeks.

Don't get me wrong, you know how good of
an opportunity I think this is for Shane.

I just want you to have
all the success you deserve.

Wasn't I supposed to be
the one helping you?

So?

I don't know.
It has possibilities.

I just have to think about it.

Do you want to take a look?

Yes.

Wow.

Almond milk latte with one sugar.

How did you know?

I'm in the business of knowing
people's coffee orders.

Ah, I love it here.
It's so peaceful.

It was.

Before this energetic photographer
came and riled things up.

Is that what I did?

You certainly changed things,
that's for sure.

Well, hopefully it's a good thing.

Ask me again in a few days.

Something on your mind?

I don't know. I was staring at
my print and I realized...

you're right.

My work is cold.

Listen. When I said that,
I didn't know you.

No, no. You were right.

I can't ask people to connect with prints

that I myself am
disconnected from, you know?

I do.

But don't let that discourage you.

It's not, honestly.

It's kind of exciting, in a way.

Not that it won't be challenging,
but I'm eager to figure it out.

Because I know once I do,
my work will only get better.

You know, the technical side of photography
was always very difficult for me.

That's funny.

That part was always easy for me.

The emotional part was always
the real hurdle.

Why do you think that is?

I've been thinking about that.

I think it's because I moved
around a lot as a child.

My father was in the military
so, every few years

he'd get assigned some place new.

And I wasn't shy, but I hated
being the new girl all the time.

My parents bought me a camera one
Christmas and I just loved it.

And with still lifes, I could
focus on inanimate objects,

instead of something or someone
I might have to say goodbye to.

And now here I am pulling you
out of hiding

only to discover that...
I was kind of hiding out as well.

Well, we can come out of hiding together.

I can't believe the gala is in three days.

So, do you think you'll continue?

Taking photographs, I mean.

Well, someone's gonna have
to keep the gallery walls full.

That's true.

Well, it's late.

We got a lot of work to do tomorrow.

Then, I guess it's goodnight.

I'll see you tomorrow, Shane.

See you tomorrow.

Bye.

I think that's everything.

: How are you feeling?

I don't know...

I think this is the first moment
I've really had

to absorb the fact that
I'm gonna be showing work.

I'm gonna be a photographer again.

Well, for what it's worth,

I'm glad you get to share your
talent with the world again.

What?

I'm gonna be right back.

A little thank you gift.

Shane, you didn't have to--

I was gonna wait till the gala but...

I think maybe now is better.

While it's just the two of us.

I don't know what to say.

I do.

Thank you, Laura.

When you first showed up,
all wired and jittery,

I thought, "Who is this woman?"

And now I know you to be kind,

smart and talented.

And I can't wait to see your
work in the Newcomer's Showcase.

It's just Stacy checking in.

I guess I'll see you at the gala?

Yeah, um...

I'll get those and you take the gift.

Thanks.

Ladies. Have you got everything?

- We do.
- Great. Laura,

you'll stay here and manage the gallery,

Stacy, I need you to come with me.

We've got back-to-back meetings,
so, I'll need you for backup.

No problem.
I can man the front.

Hi. Welcome to the Corner Gallery.

What brings you in today?

Ah, hello. My name is Michael.

My friend Phillip Minton told me

that Shane Mitchell
would be premiering new work?

Yes. That's right.
At our upcoming gala.

Wow, that is incredible.

I'm an art collector myself
and such a fan of his work.

Phillip mentioned I could get
a little preview.

Because I'll be leaving town tomorrow.

Well, previews typically are not allowed.

But Phillip sent you?

Mmm, he did, yes.
Are you the curator, Roxanne?

I'm not. I'm Laura.
Roxanne just stepped out.

- Hmm.
- Just a moment.

Hi, it's Roxanne, leave a message.

My boss isn't answering.

But if Mr. Minton told you to come,

I'm sure it'll be okay to show
you a few of the prints.

That would be great, thanks.

Thank you, so much.

I can't tell you how excited
I am that Shane's back.

- You and me both. He's pretty incredible.
- Mm-hmm.

Have a great day.
Spread the word.

Will do.

Shane, can you help a customer?

Shane?

Oh. I'm sorry.
How can I help you?

Hey, Shane?

I just got an internet alert
on my phone about you.

What are you gonna do?

I'm calling Laura.

No answer?

Hi, Roxanne. How's it going?

It was going really well
until I got a call from Shane.

Have you spoken with him?

Uh, no.
I just missed his call.

Did you give someone
a preview of his work?

I did. Just a few pictures.

He said he was sent by Phillip to check--

He wasn't. He is a reviewer.

Uh, what did Shane say?

Once you read the review,

you'll have an idea of what Shane said.

Well, what can we do?

I don't know.

But if we don't figure this out,

then the Corner Gallery will not
be premiering Shane's work.

We'll all be lucky if this gala
happens at all.

Hi. I'm calling from the Steam Gallery.

I'm the curator here and
we have a new show coming up.

I was wondering if I could get
the number of your art critic.

I think his name is Michael.

He'll be in tomorrow morning
at around 8? Okay. Thank you.

Hi.

You. I... Sorry,
I can't talk right now.

Please.

There has to be something
we can do to fix this.

It's a review.
Some are good, some are bad.

I'm sorry, I just wrote what I thought.

Shane's work was disappointing
and superficial.

Don't you remember your happiest moments?

Can you truly say that
those moments were superficial?

To go from passions to happy dances?

It was like the work of a commercial photographer
trying to sell me something.

His Passion Series,
that made me feel something.

Look, I'm sorry,
I have a deadline.

Please, this is a huge
opportunity for Shane.

And for the gallery.
And for me even.

I can't screw this up.

I'm sorry, okay?

But if I'm not early on a story,
then I'm late.

And then no one cares
what I have to talk about

and then I don't get the likes
and the shares and the numbers

to prove my worth as a journalist.

So, I have to create my stories,
then I have to break them early.

That's just how it works these days.

Well, that sounds awful.

It is, actually.

You know, I used to be able to take the
time to think about a show a little.

These days nobody wants
anything to take time.

You're right.

But you lied to me.

You saw those prints
under false pretenses.

So you kind of might just owe
me five minutes of your time.

Plus, I got the best donuts
in all of Portland...

You went to Coffee Amour?

I even got there early enough,

for their small-batch coffee-roaster's
donut with the salted toffee and--

And the dark chocolate ganache
and organic sprinkles?

That's the one.

That's an $8 donut.

Now you know I'm serious.

Five minutes.

Mmm.

You know, the show might be cancelled now?

Because of one review?

"Should he have stayed in hiding?"

You need a thicker skin than that.

"The only happy dance I did
was leaving the venue."

Okay, maybe that one was a little harsh.

A little?

The thing is, you only saw
one small part of the show.

- And it was out of context.
- I saw enough.

But the collection is meant
to be judged as a full story.

And you briefly looked at three pictures

under false pretenses and out of order.

So, no wonder you thought
the images were of an ad.

Because you didn't take the time
to appreciate the story

and the humanity of each print.

And I know you need to be fast,

but wouldn't you also want to be fair?

Here's what I can do,
I will print a retraction,

but I will also be there on opening night.

And I can't promise
a favourable review after that.

No matter how many donuts
you show up with.

Thank you so much!

Really, thank you.

- I spoke with our PR team--
- He's pulling the review.

I'll believe that when I see it.

Look.

Well, I'll be darned.

How did you manage that?

I appealed to his integrity.

And he's promised to come to the gala
to review Shane's work properly.

The show's still on, right?

I'm not so sure, to be frank.

Phillip was not happy about that article.

And who knows what this reporter will say even
when he does see the complete collection.

His mind might be made up no matter
how many more prints he sees.

I understand. Pulling it now
might be for the best.

For the best?!

Why do you still have that?

It reminds me of where we started.

And how incredible it's all been.

- How I found you and you agreed.
- I lost a bet.

He lost a bet?

That doesn't matter now.

And you didn't try to get out of it,
which you very well could have.

And you'd be lying if you said
to me that you didn't have fun.

So?

Well, if Roxanne agrees
to move forward with this,

uh... so do I then.

Roxanne, for what it's worth,

I really do believe Michael's gonna
give Shane's work a fresh chance.

And I know there's no guarantee,
but I really think we have something special here.

Something fresh.

And inspiring and hopeful.

Okay. We can move forward as planned.

But the future of this gallery may depend
on you being correct in your thinking.

- Hey.
- Hey.

I'm proud of you.

Why?

For getting behind
all the work you did with Shane.

And I think you'll be proud of me too.

Why is that?

Because I called the owner
of the space in Newton

and we're set to meet tomorrow.
I know it's the day of the gala,

but it's the only time we can
meet in the next two weeks.

It's okay. I'll cover for you.

Thank you.

All right, bye-bye.

Ladies.

Since we are moving ahead,

we've got a lot to do to catch up on
if we're gonna be ready in time.

We can do it.

You two have to do it,
I have meetings all day.

Don't worry, we can handle this.

Absolutely, we won't let you down.

And thank you, Roxanne.

Hmm.

Okay, let's get to work.

Mmm.

Did we even go home?

I don't think
I was wearing this yesterday.

Maybe we sleepwalked.

- I'll go get us some coffee.
- Yes, please.

Right, wonderful.

No, of course,
I can make the time. Bye-bye.

That was Gillian Dumont.

You switched the photo!

- What photo?
- The finale photo?

The one that will be revealed
at the end of the night?

Oh, right, yes.

You and Stacy left off
the best print of the bunch.

That man has a happy dance in his eyes.

But, Roxanne, that photo wasn't meant--

I can't talk about this right now.

Gillian Dumont,
the head of the Dumont Trust,

is willing to meet with me.

But only if it's in the next 15 minutes.

Then I have back-to-back meetings before
I get all gussied up for tonight.

But, Roxanne, that print was
a gift. You can't use it.

It was here with the other prints.

- Because I--
- Laura!

You know how much is riding
on this gala being a success.

Phillip has been
on the verge of defunding us.

I have been on the verge of pulling
Shane's collection entirely.

But that print is what I believe best ensures
our chance at a successful show.

And that is more important
than anything else.

But Shane didn't--

Shane wants the show to be a success

just as much as we do.
Now, I have to go.

But understand this, Laura,

it's not just the Newcomer's Showcase
that you have riding on this,

do you understand what I'm telling you?

Anybody here?

Oh, no.

Shane?

It's stunning, Shane.

The emotion you've captured in that man.

It emanates from the print.

I was relieved to find it
among the other photos.

When that reporter sees this
in the finale,

I have no doubt
he will be as moved as I am.

And you know how much the
gallery needs a positive review.

Shane!

Was impressing your boss
that important to you?

I told Roxanne that it was--

Why was it with the other prints?

I thought you knew
what that photo meant to me.

We can tell her that it wasn't meant for--

And risk the gallery?
You heard Roxanne.

I can't be responsible
for the gala failing.

And the only reason we're stuck in
this position in the first place

is because you left the print
there for her to find.

I know. It was a mistake.

You know what? It's done.

Let's just get through the gala
and be done.

Are you okay?

That was his gift to me.

I knew what it meant to him.

He's right. I shouldn't have
left it out like that.

Hey, go easier on yourself.

But you have to admit
that Roxanne does have a point.

That print is perfect for the finale.

Not you too?

I'm sorry, this just isn't
your ordinary gala.

Our livelihoods are at stake.
Don't you care about that?

Of course I do!

But at what cost? My integrity?
Shane's privacy?

Trust me, Shane will forgive
you after the gala

and once he's gotten
the money that he needs.

And if he doesn't?

Your job was to help make the show as good
as possible. This print does that.

No. I don't accept that.

I'm going to fix this.

I have to get to that meeting in Newton.

But Laura, remember you're
finally getting your shot.

Don't do something rash
to jeopardize that.

Hey, we clean up nice, huh?

I guess so.

You know, Jenson,

you really stepped up here.

I wouldn't have completed my project

unless I had full confidence
in you running things here.

Which is why, I think
you're ready to be manager.

Really?

Really. You've earned it.

And no matter what happens tonight,

I think I'd like to continue
exploring photography again

and that means
I need a good manager here.

I won't let you down.

I know.

Well, we'd better go.

Hey, uh.

I'm sorry about everything with Laura.

Me too.

But I think it's time to move on.

Well, we'd better go.

I promised Roxanne
I wouldn't be late.

What a great turnout.

Where's Laura?
I haven't seen her.

I'm not sure.

I haven't spoken with her
since earlier today.

She better show.
This is a big moment for her.

I'm sure she will.

Oh, good, you're here finally.

I know it's late. I'm sorry.

How's it going?

Well, so far, so good.

I haven't seen that reviewer.
But we've already sold four pieces.

Wow! That's great!

And Phillip seems cautiously optimistic.

Michael is here. The reviewer.

Michael, you came.

Well, I made a promise to view the full
exhibit so, that's what I'm here to do.

Roxanne, this is Michael Allen,
the art critic who--

Ah, yes.

Roxanne Bridges, curator.

It's nice to meet you.
Thank you for coming.

Laura made a compelling case.

Please have a look around.
But first,

let me introduce you
to the artist behind the show.

Shane!

I'd like you to meet
Michael Allen.

He's one of the art critics
from the Portland Daily.

Shane Mitchell.

Nice to meet you.
Thank you for coming tonight.

Nice to meet you too.

Michael, why don't we start
just over here?

Shane, can we step outside?

I would like to explain.

I was given strict instructions
by Roxanne to mingle.

Fine. I'll tell you here.

There's nothing left to tell me, Laura.

First of all, I'd like to
thank you all for coming

to the Corner Gallery's
20th Anniversary Gala.

As I've told many of you, I have always been
a huge fan of Shane Mitchell's work.

Emotional, poignant and so very human.

He's a master at his craft.

And we are honoured to be a stop
on his artistic journey.

I could go on and on about Shane's work,

but why don't we hear
from the artist himself?

Shane.

Your last collection,
as we all remember, was Passion.

How did you go from that to Happy Dancing?

Why Happy Dancing?

While it may seem lighter,

even sillier on its face,

the infectious joy in a happy dance

is a feeling that grows so powerful,

it engages your whole body.

So even though it might seem superficial,

the feeling is just as
deep and intense as passion is.

Trust me, even observing a happy dance

can be quite contagious to your spirit.

But in truth, like passion,
joy too can be fleeting.

As if the body lets go of the feeling
bit by bit with every movement.

So as a photographer,

it was important that I capture
that peak moment in time.

Knowing that it's unrealistic
for it to last.

Beautifully explained, Shane.

Laura?

Hi.

You're not leaving, are you?

I just needed a moment.

But I should get back inside
before they get to the finale.

Listen. About earlier.

You needed an ear, and support--

It's okay.

No. I'm sorry.

Thank you.

How are you doing?

I'd rather hear about how
your meeting in Newton went.

He loved the idea.

And apparently,

Shane had put in a good word for me

which I think
you had something to do with.

I didn't say anything
that wasn't deserved.

Did you get it?

Stacy!

That's so wonderful!
I'm so happy for you.

I have so many ideas.

I'm so proud of you, Stacy.

Thank you. And thank you
for telling me about the place.

I don't think I would have considered a place
outside the city had it not been for you.

Hey, and if you ever need an assistant,

you know where to find me.

Okay, let's go back inside.
We don't want to miss the finale.

Okay.

And now,

to a finale piece that I believe

beautifully complements
the stunning collection.

So skillfully put together
by the fabulous Shane Mitchell,

with the invaluable help of Corner
Gallery's own Laura Dillon.

So, without further ado,

I bring you the finale to Happy Dance.

So, here we have a mirror,

which is...
a reflection of... of...

How true happy dances are the most
joyful when they come from within.

I had the wonderful opportunity to
assist Shane on this collection.

When I was working on it,

I reflected on the things
that make me truly happy.

Whether those things
are temporary or last forever,

I've realized that I will always
be grateful for them,

no matter what.

So we thought there's no better
way to close out the show

than by having you all reflect

and find your own inner Happy Dance.

Did you know she was gonna do that?

Shane, I need you to meet Gillian Dumont.

She's late but given her
billions, she's allowed to be.

Phillip! Would you like
to meet the star of your show?

Shane, I'm a big fan.

Thank you so much for the opportunity.

You're welcome. And congratulations
on an outstanding show.

Do you have plans for a follow-up?

He does.

He'll be regularly showing his new work

at the newly named

Steam Café Coffee Shop and Gallery.

That's an interesting idea.
Nice melding of art and commerce.

Yeah. We thought so too.

I'm just happy to be photographing again.

Let's talk Monday, get a head
start on next year's gala.

I would love that.

Great. Would you excuse me?

Shane.

Hi.

Hi.

Sorry to bother you.
I just wanted to give you this.

I thought you left.

I did.

But I didn't know
when I was gonna see you again

and I just wanted to make sure
you got this back.

It doesn't feel right to keep it.

Wait.

I can't believe what you did for me.

You were right.

I never should have left
your gift out like that.

You risked so much.

I didn't want you to think that
I didn't care about your print.

Or that I didn't understand
how meaningful it was.

You risked your chance
of getting in the Showcase.

You risked your job going against Roxanne.

Well, I had to make it right.

And I know I'll be okay.
No matter what happens.

Laura...

I've never met anyone like you.

You're exuberant...

determined...

brave, curious.

And I'm so glad you found me.

Shane, the truth is,

I couldn't risk losing your trust.

I couldn't risk losing you.

I've spent so long trying to
capture the perfect moment,

but I've never come this close.

Oh. So this is happening?

Seems so.

Okay. Well, then.

Let me add to your good news.

The gamble paid off. Michael's
review is out and we're a hit.

Oh, and, Laura?

Make sure you bring
your portfolio on Monday.

We have much to discuss about
the Newcomer's Showcase.

Thanks, Roxanne.

We're a hit!

So we are.

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