Written by Maura
Celebrating the insights, energy, and community spirit that made today’s webinar so memorable. There are moments when a conversation lingers in your mind long after it ends, and today’s webinar, “Director’s Prep” with Patrick Cady, ASC, was absolutely one of those. We extend a heartfelt thank you to Patrick, who brought such clarity, warmth, and… …
Written by Maura
With heavy hearts, we pay tribute to the late John Bailey ASC, a visionary cinematographer whose artistry illuminated the world of filmmaking. In celebration of his remarkable life and enduring contributions, we revisit a poignant interview conducted many, many years ago, shedding light on his profound insights, creative brilliance, and the indelible mark he left… …
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To improve your tennis game, play with better tennis players. I am not sure where I first heard this, but it was one of the most important things I’ve learned about improving “my game” as a director of photography. For me, the better tennis players are directors of photography I have had the opportunity to… …
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Camera Movement Techniques, the DI Technology, Working with Directors, and More by Jacqueline B. Frost Roger Deakins, ASC, BSC, nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Cinematography for No Country for Old Men and for The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford, is easily one of the best and one of the… …
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Award-Winning DP Discusses Lighting for Genres, Camera Movement, Color Palette and More by Jacqueline B. Frost Winning an Independent Spirit Award for Best Cinematography in 2001 for “Requiem for a Dream,” as well as a Chlotrudis Award in 1999 for Best Cinematography for “Pi,” award-winning director of photography Matthew Libatique, ASC is best known for… …
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Format and Digital Technologies by Jacqueline B. Frost ‘Intro on Aspect ratio for formats’ In discussing format it is necessary to understand aspect ratio, because each of the formats mentioned have a different aspect ratio, which has to do with the presentation of your finished project. Aspect ratio is basically the height and width of… …
Written by Jody Michelle
by Kelcie Des Jardins Peter Stein, ASC, has made a name for himself in the film industry, receiving praise for his work on films like Pet Semetary (1989) and Friday the 13th Part II (1981). Perhaps some of that talent is in his genes, as father Fred Stein was a gifted still photographer. His father… …
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If someone wanted to become a member of the ASC what kinds of things would they need to do? This is not necessarily in regards to written rules and guidelines but more in regards to what individuals would need to do in their careers. Daryn Okada, ASC: Becoming an ASC member, it’s truly an… …
