Harmen worked in Radio Commercials when he was in his 20s and was actively involved in Community Theatre throughout his life. In his teens he studied piano at Toronto's Royal Conservatory of Music. He's found success in commercials and film & television and lives in Vancouver, BC. He produced and directed the micro film 'HOPE' in 2020 which is on the festival circuit 2021. He is also a talented photographer and is constantly looking for the 'elusive' perfect shot.