The Cinematography of FATMAN // Johnny Derango Interview
Recently I was given the opportunity to interview Cinematographer Johnny Derango (Small Town Crime, Lost on Purpose), who returns...
RECAP: Adobe MAX 2020 – Day 2
As is tradition, Day 2 of Adobe MAX really kicked off with Sneaks, where we are treated to a...
Rode Wireless Go vs.Tascam DR-10L
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGVBCiCO6L0&t=22s In order to expand my field audio recording options for interview situations, I recently purchased both the new...
NIKKOR Z 85MM F/1.8 S: a fast lens for documentaries, interviews and B-roll
A fast prime with a classic medium telephoto focal length, the new NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S is crafted...
ART OF THE SHOT: Claudia Raschke, DP for Oscar Nominated “RBG”
Now that the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences have nominated the documentary “RBG” for an Oscar for...
The simplest interview setup ever: the modern update
Many years ago I wrote about the simplest interview lighting setup ever. Here’s my modern take on that same...
Directly attach iRig Pre HD to an ENG omni dynamic mic
After my review of the Senal ENG-18RL omnidirectional dynamic microphone for ENG (electronic news gathering) in 2016, my friend...
Polishing the Talking Head Interview
I’m constantly experimenting with common lighting setups and trying to make them better. There is no more common lighting...
Art of the Shot: Eric Lin
Recently, I had the opportunity to talk to Eric Lin who is a cinematographer best known for his work...
Art of the Shot: Richard Crudo, ASC
Welcome to the inaugural “Art of the Shot” interview series. It seems fitting to me the leadoff hitter for...