I’m ecstatic that an $800 camera is being compared with a $40,000 RED setup (not Mysterium-X). It’s a tribute to how the DSLR cameras have really changed the game. But …
“No Country” Cinematography
“No Country” is a recreation of the coin toss scene from “No Country for Old Men”. The characters are quite different, but the general idea is the same. I was …
Panasonic AG-AF100… Cinematic Democracy Comes Closer
The new Panasonic AG-AF100 will usher in a new era of low-cost cameras providing high-quality output. DSLRs have radically changed the prosumer video market for good. Who gets excited about …
On the set of “My Little MVP”
I love making films and video productions in Colorado. 300 days of sunshine a year, mostly perfect weather. We had some of that wonderful sunshine this weekend. Chuck Westfield, a …
Setting up to shoot video with DSLR
Shooting video with a DSLR takes a bit of investment to really get the most out of the video capabilities. If, for instance, you’re in the market to shoot professional …
Working with the RED on “Prodigal”
Working with the RED is an exhilarating experience. Just a short time ago, film was the only option for incredible dynamic range and top image quality. With the new Mysterium …
“Chimes” Cinematography
Way back in October 2010, I was brought on to shoot “Chimes” a very short piece in a bar location, featuring only two actors. This creates a fun situation for …
The Line at Southside
Southside is a cool place. A photographers playground, a serene destination hidden in plain site. A short walk away, interstate 70 traffic speeds by. Further North, Denver International Airport moves …
Denver Academy Alumni
Denver Academy wanted interviews from their alumni to show the strength and success of their program. I was hired as camera operator to work on this project. The challenge with …
Harmony- A short film
A short film about inspiration, momentary love, art. Harmony was developed over 3 weeks and shot in Wash Park, Denver. Overall, the production process was wonderfully simple. Planned camera movements …
Dreaming of America Trailer
A Film I DP’d on the RED One. “A young man struggles against his father who refuses to cope with the foreclosure of the family farm.” The American Dream. Developed and …
“Abandoned” Short
A quick piece about an abandoned farm in Eastern Colorado. This video is a part of my exploration in using wide lenses for video on the Canon 5D Mark ii. …