The Wandering DP Podcast The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #416 – Moving the Needle
Jan 9, 2024
The podcast discusses the importance of mastering exposure in cinematography and the impact it can have on image quality. It also explores topics like improving image depth, the role of directors in cinematography, understanding technical aspects, and the impact of lens choices.
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From Technique To Broader Conversations
- Cinematography conversations have shifted from specific techniques to broader creative and business aspects as skill levels increase.
- Achieving the image in your head requires mastering a threshold of foundational skills first.
Use The 80/20 Rule And Inversion
- Focus on identifying the 20% of efforts that produce 80% of the impact in cinematography.
- Use inversion thinking to spot what could go wrong and avoid critical mistakes on set.
Build Relationships With Young Directors
- Build relationships with young directors to advance your cinematography career.
- Older directors rarely take chances on unknown cinematographers, so start locally and steadily improve.