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Thursday, June 18, 2009

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Cinematographer Gordon Willis talks The Godfather

Matt Jeppsen | 06/18

The Godfather Cinematographer talks about lighting decisions

In this short video, the cinematographer of the Godfather explains his creative and technical choices in the film. He discusses the criticism he received for underlighting Brando, the use of silhouette and overheard lighting. Enjoy.

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The Best of Stunning Good Looks

Art Adams | 08/30

A directory of my best articles, sorted by topic.

This entry is a guide to my best articles, sorted by topic. Enjoy!

LIGHTING STRATEGIES: Rough Guide to Illuminating a Bounce Card

Art Adams | 01/29

Lighting a bounce card is easy, right? Right… IF you know the basics. Here they are.

Is bounce light really just about aiming a light at a white card and walking away? No. There are a couple of tricks to getting the most out of your bounce source, and I can show them to you fairly quickly using…

LIGHTING STRATEGIES: Exploiting a Single Light Source

Art Adams | 01/28

Sometimes all it takes to make a beautiful picture is placing one light—as long as it’s the proper light source. This still photo shows an example of one style of soft lighting that’s been in use for centuries, and for good reason: it works.

There are few things more elegant than lighting a shot with a single light source. It doesn’t always work, but when it does—it’s magical.


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The Best of Stunning Good Looks

Art Adams | 08/30

A directory of my best articles, sorted by topic.

This entry is a guide to my best articles, sorted by topic. Enjoy!

LIGHTING STRATEGIES: Rough Guide to Illuminating a Bounce Card

Art Adams | 01/29

Lighting a bounce card is easy, right? Right… IF you know the basics. Here they are.

Is bounce light really just about aiming a light at a white card and walking away? No. There are a couple of tricks to getting the most out of your bounce source, and I can show them to you fairly quickly using…

LIGHTING STRATEGIES: Exploiting a Single Light Source

Art Adams | 01/28

Sometimes all it takes to make a beautiful picture is placing one light—as long as it’s the proper light source. This still photo shows an example of one style of soft lighting that’s been in use for centuries, and for good reason: it works.

There are few things more elegant than lighting a shot with a single light source. It doesn’t always work, but when it does—it’s magical.

A Video Interview with Rodney Taylor, ASC

Christine Purse | 01/26

Hear how he got started and how he works with aspiring cinematographers.

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We sat down with Rodney Taylor, ASC at the Entertainment Technology Expo in Burbank (November 2011) and discussed what it takes to become an accomplished cinematographer.

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