Born and raised in North Philadelphia, Mark Savage, known as Phenomenal Mark, is more than just a cinematographer—he is a multipassionate spiritual creative with a deep connection to storytelling, healing, and the power of art. Growing up in a tough neighborhood, Mark’s childhood was shaped by the challenges of the streets. With both parents working hard as laborers to support their six children, Mark had to cultivate a hardened exterior to navigate his environment. Beneath that toughness, however, were repressed emotions that, over time, needed a space to be expressed and healed. It wasn’t until Mark attended college and began experiencing depression that he started to unravel the layers of his past. This period of emotional turmoil became the catalyst for his spiritual journey. He discovered the healing power of music and sound, using them as tools to clear blocked emotions and begin his transformation. Through this process, Mark tapped into his creativity in new ways, which led him to explore filmmaking, photography, and digital media as outlets for his newfound expression.
