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Very exciting to have a film I was cinematographer on, be in the San Francisco Independent Film Festival. This was a fun film to work on, great cast and crew on this one, I’m glad that it’s getting out there to be seen. #film #shortfi
Excellent show last night, got my signed poster that has eluded me on past shows. Band sounded great, Glenn was in good spirits, as was Doyle and Jerry was his showman self. Dave killed it on drums and Acey held the rhythm down nicely. I drank a ga
A short film I was cinematographer on, got into the LA Shorts Film Festival. It’s a very impactful film, with a great cast and excellent crew. More news to come from other projects soon. #cinematography #filmmaking #indiefilm #filmmaker #blac
A great weekend for filming. I’ve had an excellent time with the cast and crew. Always a challenge, but always rewarding when you get talented people together to create art. Nothing beats being on set and capturing light as it happens. Stil
Lots of fun today with @carrot_cake14! Galaxy’s Edge is immersive, and “rise of the resistance” is probably the best ride I’ve ever been on.
Another day on set. #filmmaking #commercials #testimonial #cinematography #gaffer #grip #shadows #blackabdwhitephotography #blackmagicdesign #sonya7iii
Filming outside can be challenging. Interview work can be challenging as well. We have diffusion to cut the Sun down and and a gold bounce to get a backlight. I’m always looking to add backlighting, it makes a huge difference, always. #film
Out on location all week. Good crew and a place I haven’t been to be before to film. #film #filmmaking #creativeadvertising #cinematography #gaffer #blackmagicdesign #canon
Light rays while waiting to shoot. #monochromatic #blackandwhitephotography #setphotography #noir
Halo Backlighting, used famously by one of my favorite cinematographers, Robert Richardson. It’s a technique I don’t get to use often. Mainly because of movement or use of multiple cameras. But on this short film, I was able to do it. Hi
Late post, it was great to see @sofakingfunnysketchshow on the big screen. Awesome for the amazing and cast and crew. I had such a great time making this hilarious and fun pilot. I’m looking forward to making more. Be on the lookout. #i
Day 1 of “Penance” done. Great cast and crew, always makes a shoot go by nicely. #film #filmmaker #cinematography #gaffer #shortfilm #horror #blackmagicdesign #canon #rokinon
Doomsday siren, Pacoima Sunset. #sanfernadovalley #doomsday #duckandcover #losangeles #sunset #silhouette
A fun weekend with great food and sight seeing. #hollywood #valleyrelicsmuseum #sushi #losangeles #neonsign #neon
El Cid Statue Balboa Park, San Diego #scupture #monochrome #monochromephotography #photogrpahy #halide #iphonephotography
Had an excellent Birthday weekend. Full of fun and adventure. @carrot_cake14 you’re the best! Beware of goats and yoga mats, they like to pee on em for some reason. #vacation #sandiego #birthday #photography #blackandwhitephotography #monoc
Oceanside trip, with a stop at the Top Gun House.
Hell of a challenge tonight, 2 and half scenes tonight, in the same set at the same time, bouncing back and forth as they happen. Picking up and leaving at certain points. Challenge for actors and camera operators. #filmmaking #acting #cinematograp