Tanner Shinnick
Is Being the Director and the DP Your Best or Worst Decision?
Being the director and the DP of your next film may sound like the perfect way to control your budget and your creative vision, but is it …
Interview: Andrew Shulkind, DP Behind The Ritual
We talked with the DP of The Ritual about the challenges of remote locations, mixing multiple camera formats, and technological landscape of the industry.
Interview: Showtime Docuseries Cinematographer from The Trade
We sat down with Matt Porwoll, one of the cinematographers behind The Trade to discuss making films about sensitive issues and working with Matt Heineman.
Quick Tip: The Real Numbers Behind Wireless Video Feeds
Considering a wireless video feed for your next project? Find out how to maximize this tool on set with this brief guide.
Why Cinema Lenses Will Improve Your Next Film Project
Still lenses can be great pieces of filmmaking equipment. But are they preventing you from making the best film possible?
5 Ways to Transform Uninteresting Interview Locations
Every cinematographer should know how to get the most out of locations and sets. Let’s take a look at some ways to elevate any shoot.
A Look at the ARRI/Zeiss Master and Ultra Prime Lenses
In which we take a look at what makes these particular ARRI lenses ideal for any cinematographer and any type of content.
Why Using a Shot List Will Save Your Next Project
A detailed shot list will save your production time, energy, and effort, and (most importantly) it will help help you create a better product.
Improve Your Next Project with The Art of Bouncing Light
Bounced light can soften your lighting without the use of diffusion materials, flags, or extra stands. Take a look at how it’s done.
Should You Use Vintage Lenses on Your Next Project?
Considering a signature look for your next project? Let’s take a look at why the perfect set of vintage cinema lenses may be just the thing you …
Production Tip: Why Reducing Light Is as Important as Adding It
Knowing when to reduce light on set is just as important as knowing how to set it up. Let’s take a look at smart ways to shape …
What Do Filmmakers Mean When They Refer to the Cooke Look?
Cooke lenses offer one of the most distinctive looks for filmmakers. So what is the “Cooke look,” and what does it mean for you?