Vanessa is a self-taught Latinx independent freelance director whose work extends itself nationwide.

Born in Chicago, and raised in a Cuban/Puerto Rican household, Pla grew up drinking coffee in the evening with their grandmother and hearing the sounds of fried chicken crackling.

She is forever inspired by red tomatoes and Greek statues.

 Known for telling surreal and colorful stories, Pla’s work spans through a wide range of genres and clients. Most of her directorial work consists of music videos, since music has played a guiding force throughout the course of her career — and life.  Her favorite stories are those that highlight authenticity and bring color to the mundane. Pla can create unique and captivating modern imagery while pulling inspiration from older cinema palettes and vintage motifs. Each project calls for its own unique approach, but what stays constant is her need to push boundaries and challenge perspectives both literally and metaphorically. 

Pla currently lives in Lockhart, Texas (25 mins from the airport) but close enough to Austin, where her community of 10+ years continues to proper and spread. Her art and web continues to grow beyond city limits as Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and Philadelphia, have grown to become the extended pillars of her film community.

Friends and Collaborators include: DAYDREAM STUDIOS, SLOWBURN.TV, RADIANCE PICTURES, MOREMEDIA, PANOPTICA, SUPERLATIVE, THE BEAR, and ALL AGES PRODUCTIONS

vanessaplafilms@gmail.com