Over the coming weeks I will be posting articles with my viewpoints on various aspects of cinematography. Gained from more than 30 years experience in more than 50 countries I hope to provide an insight into seeing through the technology to the art of what we do as cinematographers.
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Is it worthwhile owning your own equipment?
This was in response to a college graduate who was looking at purchasing equipment as a way of getting into the industry.
Owning your own gear is a bit of a double edged sword. On one hand you have the potential to make extra income and make attractive deals for Producers but at the same time, what will be an attractive deal to one will become a burden to another.
Fortunately, I am in a position where I can make strong representations regarding my equipment and, based on years of experience, show Producers Continue reading
Do you have any involvement with writing the script?
As a Director of Photography I do not get directly involved in any of the script writing process. By the time a DP is hired the script has Continue reading