Behind the Lens

What shooting Mr. Advocate taught me about preparation, flexibility, and trusting your team. Recently, Mr. Advocate premiered in Richmond, California, and I had the opportunity to talk with Contra Costa Pulse about my experience working as the Director of Photography on the film. Seeing the finished film in front of an audience made me think about everything that went into making it—especially the fact that we shot an entire feature film in roughly five and a half days. That'

How to Get the Most Out of Your Director of Photography on a Music Video "One of my favorite parts of filmmaking is watching a director's vision come to life. Recently I worked on a low-budget music video that reminded me how important communication is between a director and their director of photography. The experience wasn't about expensive gear or a big crew—it was about learning how the creative relationship between a director and DP can completely shape a film." A Direct