To begin, I’m not claiming to be an experienced filmmaker. I merely want to initiate a dialogue about producing [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Cinematography’
One Sunrise: In One Day, One Moment, A Turning Point Captured Across America for Prudential
We employed Technicolor’s Cinestyle on its maiden voyage. This picture style seemed to work well in [...]
What Makes a Great Reel?
A reel is your creative expression and a very powerful tool to showcase unique talent.
Hurlbut Visuals Launches New DSLR Rental Division at Cine Gear 2011
I want to invite all of you to Cine Gear 2011. Hurlbut Visuals is launching our new DSLR Cinema Rentals division with new rigs and out of the box innovation.
PRO NIGHT: HDSLR Filmmaking with Jacob Rosenberg this Thursday, May 26, 2011
In February of 2009, I walked through the doors of Bandito Brothers production company and I realized at that moment this very talented [...]
Cinematography Trainee Opportunity with Hurlbut Visuals
Why start a DSLR rental division? I have been asked this question many times. You cannot be a pioneer if you do not [...]
Technicolor’s New Picture Style- Cine Style
My last blog post was about story and not getting caught up in all the tech/gear frenzy. Now, I want to talk about [...]
The Story is What Matters
This year, I had the privilege of experiencing NAB from Montreal while shooting my latest feature “KIN.”
Final Days of KIN: Giving the Stag Horn Saloon Life, Texture, and Color: KINO FLO
It is so sad saying goodbye to Montreal. I love this amazing city. The crew was the [...]
What’s Your Medium? by Elite Team Member Bodie Orman
You are going to Dubai to shoot a motorcycle race that will require mobility and high speed.
9 5D’s Capture The Power of a Shot on Goal for Yahoo Sports (WORLD CUP) 2010
In May of last year I was hired to shoot a web interactive game for Yahoo sports in the LA Coliseum. The Director Jason Zada…
Tiffen and HV Collaborate To Make Extraordinary Images with Water White Glass
When I was doing a Canon 5D film test in January of 2010, I put eight 5D’s in a line for this cool action camera array.
KIN’s Camera Breakdown: Artistry Meets Organization
Prepping a movie is one of the most important tasks you have as a cinematographer. You can design the whole movie-organize, create, and schedule it in a way that is best for light.
Designing the Visual Landscape of "KIN"
When Stefan Ruzowitzky and I sat down to talk about the look and feel of this film he immediately showed me these Todd Hido shots. They blew my [...]
HDSLR Educational Series for Cinema A Joint Venture with B&H
Visit the B&H HDSLR hub now [...]
Lighting Series Number 4: "Into the Blue" Sunset for Hours
When John Stockwell asked me to do a film set in the Bahamas about sunken treasure, greed, fun, and really hot chicks I was in. I had never done a movie on the water.
Prepping "KIN"
One week ago I was slated to do two amazing car commercials for the Bandito Brothers, one for Yokohama and the other for Hot Wheels. The spots both had a very unique style and approach. One would be shot with our hybrid 35mm motion picture film and [...]
Marines Contest Winners Andrea Cecchini and Martin Guitar – Where’s the 5D II, “For Us All”
Thank you to everyone who participated in the recent Where’s the 5d Contest II – “For Us All”. We receive 153 entries for the contest. There are a lot of [...]
Elite Team Member Tim Holterman: The DP6 and the Oracle "SmartLapse" System
As we blaze the cinematic trail we are always on the lookout for the best gear possible. Recently the guys over at SmallHD sent us the brand new DP6 Monitor. We haven’t had time to put it through any grinding tests but so far it looks pretty useful. For its lightweight size (5.6″), it’s a powerhouse.
Marines: Where’s the 5D Contest II, “For Us All”
This 60: commercial was filmed over 5 weeks on 3 continents. My Elite Team members and I brought to life a public service announcement for the Marine Corp that humanizes the warrior. Three and four tours in Iraq and Afghanistan have weighed on the American public. The concept is a story called FOR US ALL[...]








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