Pre Production

Canon 1DC Camera Tests Outside the Studio

How important it is to take your camera tests out of the studio and on to location. You want to see how your camera’s emulsion handles highlights, hot skies, night exteriors and night interiors.

Writing “The Ticket”

By Po Chan. Shane and I have always said that The Ticket is a love story between art and science. I think the true beauty of art, as well as the art of cinema, is the power to communicate with people on a subconscious emotional level.

Cinematography, Film Theory, Pre Production

Cinematographer: The Importance of Camera Tests

We have so many new digital tools at our disposal that you cannot just pick them up and start shooting with them. Treat your new digital camera like a new film emulsion that needs testing.

Cinematography, Pre Production

Canon 1DC Camera Tests from “The Ticket”

It has been a whirlwind since NAB, with all of the new emerging 4K technology and where this fits into the filmmaking process. Here are our tests with the Canon 1DC 4K DSLR camera.

Post Production, Pre Production

Po Chan’s Vision for “The Ticket” – The Digital Convergence Podcast

In this special edition of the Digital Convergence Podcast, Chris Fenwick delves deep into the mind and vision of Po Chan - a remarkable visual story teller, artist, and director of both “The Last Three Minutes” and “The Ticket.”

Director/Cameraman Package for Scouting and Scouting apps

Cinematography, Lighting, Pre Production

Director/Cameraman Package for Scouting Locations + Scouting Apps

Since the invention of the Canon 5D, it has taken scouting to a whole new level and preparing that package that allows you can take advantage of serendipitous moments, lightning in a bottle so to speak, is essential.

Pre Production, Production

Line Producing 101 – The WHAT-HOW-WHO of Budgeting

Greetings! It is with great pleasure that I accept the opportunity to guest blog with Hurlbut Visuals on the topic [...]

Cinematography, Film Theory, Pre Production, Production

Capturing the Sunrise Across America with Canon 5D

We employed Technicolor’s Cinestyle on its maiden voyage. This picture style seemed to work well in [...]

Cinematography, Pre Production, Production

Movie Camera Breakdown: Artistry Meets Organization in Prep

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.

Cinematography, Pre Production

How Shane Hurlbut, ASC Prepped the Movie Deadfall

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 [...]

Cinematography, Lighting, Pre Production

The Canon 5D Captures America with the MARINES

I am on the road again directing for Bandito Brothers www.banditobrothers.com/ and loving it. As a filmmaker, I am taking advantage of this inspiring, creative tool (a 5D camera) while stretching the budget. Our goal is to show the influence of the Marines around the globe while...

Cinematography, Lighting, Pre Production, Production

How To Film a High-Value Commercial on a Budget

Three weeks ago I was selected as the director for a national commercial campaign for Case Tractors. It would be my first solo directing gig after signing with the Bandito Brothers one month ago. In the commercial world, an advertising agency is hired by the client, which...

Post Production, Pre Production

Color Correction and Camera Color Balance

My first experience with the 5D DI color correction was for the Terminator Webisodes produced by the Bandito Brothers through Wonderland Sound and Vision. McG asked me to be the Director/Cameraman for these alternative marketing shorts that were going on the Internet.

Cinematography, Film Theory, Pre Production

Picture Style: How Do You Choose?

I am frequently asked about picture style. There are so many internet sites making RAW picture styles, Flat picture styles, Panavision Genesis Picture Styles and all the picture styles in between for the Canon 5D, 7D, and the 1D. It is confusing to know which one to choose and I...

Camera Configurations - Man Cam on a Head

Cinematography, Film Theory, Pre Production

Camera Configurations: Your Best Ally

Speed and production value are intertwined. Production budgets are shrinking and companies are asking for more from cinematographers and crews that ever. One way to meet that need is by increasing your speed without sacrificing quality. Specifically, when using Canon 5D Mark II camera for a project...

Pre Production

Canon 1DC Camera Tests Outside the Studio

Writing “The Ticket”

Cinematographer: The Importance of Camera Tests

Canon 1DC Camera Tests from “The Ticket”

Po Chan’s Vision for “The Ticket” – The Digital Convergence Podcast

Director/Cameraman Package for Scouting Locations + Scouting Apps

Line Producing 101 – The WHAT-HOW-WHO of Budgeting

Capturing the Sunrise Across America with Canon 5D

Movie Camera Breakdown: Artistry Meets Organization in Prep

How Shane Hurlbut, ASC Prepped the Movie Deadfall

The Canon 5D Captures America with the MARINES

How To Film a High-Value Commercial on a Budget

Color Correction and Camera Color Balance

Picture Style: How Do You Choose?

Camera Configurations: Your Best Ally

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