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Written by Snehal Patel As a filmmaker, there is a lot to learn. It takes a lifetime of experience and education to continue creating compelling content. One of the most complicated topics to discuss about filmmaking is the photography. Cinematographers, who are in charge of delivering the photography, are always some mix of artist and… …
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StudentFilmmakers Magazine conducts an exclusive interview with master cinematographer Ron Dexter, ASC. Mr. Dexter shares his experience building camera equipment and systems. He discusses camera movement, techniques and camera effects. Mr. Dexter also shares his advice and insights on cinematography and animation. Could you talk with us a little bit about your experience building cranes… …
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Pictured above: The first camera that caught my muse. “Chasing the Muse” Written by Lloyd Walton The first time I was seriously asked what I wanted to be when I grew up was on a local television show, called, “Kiddies on Camera.” On my day for the show, I was impressed with another local… …
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Above photo by Reneé Thompson. Portfolio @shop.aenl.co/portfolio Written by Arledge Armenaki I want to talk about image exposure in the filmmaking process. Exposure is the lightness or darkness of the image in your viewfinder or monitor. During my career as a cameraman, I have set the camera’s exposure a zillion times. Getting a good… …
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Photo by Yiorgos Ntrahas. Kalochori, Greece. yiorgosntrahas.com | Instagram @yiorgosntrahas Written by Peter John Ross In this new age of digital, everyone makes movies. Using cellphones or tablets, people can shoot and edit their movies almost anywhere. One of the most important facets of making any movie, whether it be a TV spot, short film,… …
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Peter Rowe csc has produced and directed over 200 films and television shows, including 8 features and Angry Planet which was broadcast around the world. He was nominated for several Gemini, Genie and Directors Guild of Canada Awards, won two Canadian Society of Cinematographers Awards for Lifestyle/Reality Cinematography, a Platinum Fexy Award, and awards from… …
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A Conversation with Craig Wrobleski csc Lighting Dark Scenes and Creating Characters, Ambiances and Emotion with Light Exclusive interview conducted by Jody Michelle Solis In more than 30 years behind the camera, Craig Wrobleski csc has had the opportunity to photograph projects of most every description. After getting his start as a cinematographer shooting documentaries,… …
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A Conversation with Kenneth Zunder, ASC Capturing Cultural Touchstones Exclusive interview conducted by Johnny Lee Solis Since earning my first cinematographer credit on the television series thirtysomething, I have worked on many features, television movies, and series such as Brooklyn Bridge, seaQuest, Chicago Hope, Lois and Clark, Judging Amy, The Starter Wife, The Closer and… …
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Photo by Jakob Rosen. Instagram: @jakobnoahrosen 7 Ways to Maintain Sharp Focus Filming Documentary Action Written By Courtney Hermann Is it just me, or do you routinely find yourself stumbling through a muddy field strewn with debris and fallen logs, struggling to find focus on a surprisingly speedy documentary subject? Just me? No matter. All… …
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Yesenia is a Director of Photography based in both Austin and Houston. She specializes in documentary and commercial work and is experienced with a wide range of production styles; she’s been in the industry since 2012. Prior to being a DP, she owned and operated a fine art print business and had worked with clients… …
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Sean Silas aka Silas Of The Lamb specializes in graphics design, using software such as Photoshop, Affinity Designer, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro X, Lightroom, ReaIlusion Character Creator 3, iClone 7, and Unreal Engine 4. He is also a guitarist/composer/producer. He uses software like Pro-tools, Reason, and Nexus. How did you get into being… …
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Sarah Phillips is a cinematographer and drone pilot in Los Angeles. She recently DP’ed a feature indie drama film in Los Angeles and Mexico called, “IRL,” about modern love and art (Best Cinematography Idyllwild Film Festival 2019, Best Cinematography Silicon Beach Film Festival 2019, RE-Frame Stamp 2018), a documentary in 360 in Bangladesh for… …
