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Capturing Light - A Director of Photography"s Podcast

Director of Photography, Cinematography, Lighting, Filmmaking, and Digital Video

Capturing Light Podcast is a Director of Photography’s Podcast that both inspires and educates filmmakers with cinematography tips, tools and techniques by other cinematographers from around the world. Learn about digital video and film cameras, lighting and camera equipment, the film industry, and listen to interviews with film industry professionals about their work on tv shows, commercials, films, music videos, web series, and documentaries.

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Capturing Light – Episode 64 (FSF)

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2016/11/04

In this episode, we talk about: The short film “2% Evil”: The Lighting Breakdown 6 different types of cameras – http://gaddisvisuals.com/6typesofcameras/ Featured Director of Photography: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Check out the Lighting Plot below: Check out the video below: Check out the trailer below: Thank you for listening: Please let me know what […]

Capturing Light – Episode 63 with Chayse Irvin, CSC

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2016/11/01

[smart_podcast_player social_twitter=”true” social_facebook=”true” social_linkedin=”true” social_email=”true” ] In this episode, we talk about: The “River” Music Video by Leon Bridges. Featured Director of Photography: Chayse Irvin, CSC http://www.chayseirvin.com https://vimeo.com/chayseirvin Check out the video below: Check out the BTS stills below: Check out the reference stills below: Thank you for listening: Please let me know what you thought of the […]

Capturing Light – Episode 62 with The Hamil Bros

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2016/10/25

In this episode, we talk about: Working in a small market. Building your business debt free. Understanding Video Production Blog Series Featured Cinematographers: The Hamil Bros www.hamilbrosstudios.com/ https://www.facebook.com/hamilbrosstudios/ https://twitter.com/HamilBros https://www.instagram.com/hamilbros/ https://www.youtube.com/user/hamilbros Check out their demo reel below: Check out the Understanding Video Production Blog Series Check out the video below: 6 Strin6s (Jacob’s Media Class

Capturing Light – Episode 61 (Monday Motivation)

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2016/10/17

In this episode, we talk about: 110 things I’ve learned in 10 years as a DP (Ed Moore) Monday Motivation from: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 For the full list, click the link below: https://medium.com/@edmooredop/100-things-ce2bdac7f878#.duxtjt3t4 Thank you for listening: Please let me know what you thought of the show today. Subscribe to the podcast. For more inspiration,

Capturing Light – Episode 60 (FSF)

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2016/09/30

In this episode, we talk about: Vintage Lens Tests Monday Motivation from: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 After writing a blog about camera tests a week ago, it came as a pleasant surprise that a group of filmmakers published an awesome lens comparison test of vintage lenses. I have done lens comparisons of one or two […]

Capturing Light – Episode 59 with Oren Soffer

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2016/09/28

In this episode, we talk about: Working with Haze – DF 50 Hazer Using filtration and stockings. Featured Director of Photography: Oren Soffer http://www.orensoffer.com https://vimeo.com/orensofferdp https://www.instagram.com/orensofferdp/ http://www.littlemissperfectmovie.com Check out the video below: BTS pics from the shoot: Screen Grabs from Burning in Birmingham: Check out the video below: BTS pics from the shoot: Check out the screen grabs […]

Capturing Light – Episode 58 (Monday Motivation)

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2016/09/26

In this episode, we talk about: 88 Cinematographers giving advice that was given to them. Monday Motivation from: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 (Congrats to my brother getting married this weekend!!!) 88 Cinematographers Share the Best Professional Advice They’ve Ever Received. “88 cinematographers and ASC members reveal thoughts, advice, tips, and tricks they’ve received that

Capturing Light – Episode 57 with Les Gaddis

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2016/09/22

In this episode, we talk about: Camera Tests Monday Motivation from: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Things to look for when testing: Dynamic Range Color Accuracy Low Light Noise levels Skin Tones Chromatic Abberation Moire & Distortion Things to consider when choosing a camera to test: Ergonomics Color Space Resolution Storage and Media Capabilities Check […]

Capturing Light – Episode 56 with Chris McKechnie

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2016/09/16

In this episode, we talk about: The demo reel and spec work. Vintage lenses on higher end cameras. Featured Director of Photography: Chris McKechnie www.digitalcinemaguy.com https://www.instagram.com/redepicguy/ twitter: redepicguy https://www.facebook.com/chris.mckechnie.9 BTS stills from projects on the demo reel: Check out the video below: Check out the video below: Check out the BTS video below: Thank […]

Capturing Light – Episode 55 (Monday Motivation)

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2016/09/12

In this episode, we talk about: Having “good taste” and working through accomplishing that in film. Monday Motivation from: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 “Nobody tells this to people who are beginners, I wish someone told me. All of us who do creative work, we get into it because we have good taste. But there […]

Capturing Light – Episode 54 (FSF)

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2016/09/09

In this episode, we talk about: What to look for in locations. Things to consider when location scouting. Featured Director of Photography: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Things to consider when finding locations: Does the location match your story. Scout at the right time. Check for power outlets. Look at the lighting. Listen Check your […]

Capturing Light – Episode 53 with Stefan Duscio

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2016/08/31

In this episode, we talk about: The Film-maker’s Journey Different ways to achieve moonlight. Featured Director of Photography: Stefan Duscio http://stefanduscio.com https://www.instagram.com/stefanduscio/ http://stefanduscio.tumblr.com Check out the video below: Thank you for listening: Please let me know what you thought of the show today. Subscribe to the podcast. For more inspiration, check out my inspiration page on my site: www.gaddisvisuals.com/inspiration. […]

Capturing Light – Episode 52 (Monday Motivation)

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2016/08/29

In this episode, we talk about: Knowing your “Why” Monday Motivation from: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Downloadable PDF Know Your “Why” I want to talk to you today about knowing your why. Not the letter the “y” The question why. Why do you want to make films. Now this is something that’s talked about […]

Capturing Light – Episode 51 (FSF)

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2016/08/26

In this episode, we talk about: The short film “Disavowed”: The Lighting Breakdown Featured Director of Photography: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Disavowed: Screen Grab Lighting Plot: Check out the BTS Pics: Thank you for listening: Please let me know what you learned or thought of the show today. Subscribe to the podcast. Be sure to […]

Capturing Light – Episode 50 with Dallas Taylor

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2016/08/24

In this episode, we talk about: 5 Tips to capture better sound on your films. https://www.cinema5d.com/5-tips-indie-film-audio/ Working with Defacto Sound on your projects. Featured Audio Engineer: Dallas Taylor www.defactosound.com https://www.instagram.com/defactosound/ https://twitter.com/defactosound https://www.facebook.com/defactosound Check out the videos below: Check out Defacto on Indiewire: Attention, Filmmakers: Here’s How to Talk Sound Design A few stills from the […]

Capturing Light – Episode 49 (Monday Motivation)

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2016/08/22

In this episode, we talk about: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. The dream of film-making. Living in fear. Monday Motivation from: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 The Trailer for Secret Life of Walter Mitty: Buy or Rent the film on Amazon: “To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, […]

Capturing Light – Episode 48 (FSF)

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2016/08/19

In this episode, we talk about: The short film “ELEMENTS OF US”: The Lighting Breakdown (MOBILE LISTENERS, CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES) Featured Director of Photography: Les Gaddis www.gaddisvisuals.com https://vimeo.com/gaddisvisuals https://www.instagram.com/lesgaddis/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4781966/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Elements of Us: Screen Grab (ungraded) Lighting Plot: BTS 360 Pic: (View on smartphone for interactive mode) [vrview

Capturing Light – Episode 47 with Clarke Scott

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2016/08/17

In this episode, we talk about: Philosophy and Film-making. Having courage as a film-maker. The small camera packaged used to make the feature. Featured Director of Photography: Clarke Scott clarkescott.org https://vimeo.com/clarkescott https://www.instagram.com/clarkescott/ https://twitter.com/Clarke_Scott www.athousandmomentslater.com Check out the video below: Check out The Director’s Commentary: Check out the pics from “A Thousand Moments Later” below: Thank you for […]

Capturing Light – Episode 46 (Monday Motivation)

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2016/08/15

In this episode, we talk about: The open letter Clarke Scott reads. Monday Motivation from: Clarke Scott clarkescott.org https://vimeo.com/clarkescott https://www.instagram.com/clarkescott/ https://twitter.com/Clarke_Scott Check out Clarke’s Blog for entire article: http://clarkescott.org/a-thousand-moments-later-a-voiceover/ Dear Emily, After all that’s happened I wanted to write to you. Not simply to explain myself or even explain away what happened. But rather to go beyond […]

Capturing Light – Episode 45 (FSF)

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2016/08/12

In this episode, we talk about: The Helios 44-m f2.0 Helios-44 is a series of standard lenses for SLR cameras, produced in Soviet Union. It has an 8 blade iris and creates a “swirly bokeh” when all the way open. I usually don’t shoot all the way open because lens goes soft. Not sure if all […]

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