
The Wandering DP Podcast
The Wandering DP Podcast is dedicated to the art and craft of digital cinematography. It features one-on-one interviews with top directors of photography, along with educational segments that teach listeners how to capture better images. Whether you're new to the camera department or a seasoned professional DP, each episode offers practical knowledge and inspiration. The show serves as a comprehensive resource for cinematography news, techniques, and industry insights.
Episodes

The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #506 – Life Off Set w/ Devin Mann (Founder of Iconic) & Jon Bregel
The Life Off Set series hosted by Jon Bregel is back again with another episode. This time Jon sits down with Devin Mann, founder of Iconic Talent Agency, who has spent decades representing cinematographers, production designers and creative talent across film, television, commercials and music videos. The conversation skips the success story and goes straight to […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #505 – Life Off Set with Persona, Khalid Mohtaseb, & Jon Bregel
The Life Off Set series hosted by Jon Bregel is back again with another great episode. This time Jon sits down with the cinematographer duo Persona and Khalid Mohtaseb.The episode centers around the idea of building a creative life as a team and the positive and negative trade offs that come with working as a […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #504 – Life Off Set with Jon Chema & Jon Bregel
In this episode of the Wandering DP podcast, host Jon Bregel engages in a deep conversation with cinematographer Jon Chema about the often overlooked aspects of filmmaking, including networking, personal wellness, and the importance of maintaining a balanced life while pursuing a creative career. They discuss the significance of building genuine relationships in the industry, the […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #503 – Life Off Set w/Jared Levy & Jon Bregel
In this Life Offset episode, John Bregel sits down with cinematographer Jared Levy for a wide-ranging conversation about what actually shapes a cinematographer's creative voice and most of it happens away from set. Jared breaks down the DP's role into three pillars: image-making, managerial, and political. While technical skill is table stakes at a certain level, […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #502 – Life Off Set w/Peter Hadfield & Jon Bregel
In this episode, cinematographer Peter Hadfield sits down with Jon Bregel for an honest conversation about what it means to build a sustainable creative life in film.It’s less about the gear and more about the human behind the lens: the habits, boundaries, and self-awareness required to last in an industry that rarely slows down. Enjoy!Life Off Set […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #501 – Life Off Set w/ Zak Mulligan & Jon Bregel
We are back again for Episode #5001 of the podcast and Jon Bregel is back to host another conversation in the "Life Off Set" series. This time he was joined by cinematographer Zak Mulligan who recently shot Happy Gilmore 2. The conversation centers around cinematography and career arcs but also touches on Life Off Set as these episodes always […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #500
We did it!!! 500 episodes of the podcast. It might not be a big deal to many of you but for me this is a huge milestone. I never thought I would do 10 episodes. It is wild to think about but this is a project that is bigger than almost anything else I have been […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #499 – The Road to 500 (#330 Florian Hoffmeister BSC)
On this week's podcast we re-visit our final interview episode from the first 500 episodes of the podcast and we sit down with Florian Hoffmeister BSC as he talks us through his work on the series Pachinko. I loved the look that Florian was able to produce on the series and that is why we had him […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #498 – Life Off Set w/Oliver Millar & Jon Bregel
This week on the podcast Jon Bregel is back to host another conversation in the "Life Off Set" series. This time he sat down with cinematographer Oliver Millar as they discussed a wdie range of topics that, for the most part, are often ignored in the regular programming of this podcast. These episodes are less technical, […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #497 – The Road to 500 (#150 Guillermo Garza)
This week on the podcast we are re-visitng a chat with cinematographer Guillermo Garza from back in the day. He was one of my favorite guests and someone I would definitely look up if I was a director looking to shoot something. I enjoyed our chat and his unique approach to the work and the business. […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #496 – The Road to 500 (#337 Marden Dean ACS)
This week on the podcast we are re-visiting our conversation in 2022 with Australian cinematographer Marden Dean ACS. Over the years the podcast has definitely had a slant towards Australian cinematographers and Marden is a great example of the quality of work that is coming from the industry. He has done a wide variety of projects […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #495 – The Road to 500 (#291 Michael Cambio Fernandez)
Climbing through the episodes on our way to Episode #500. This week we are re-visiting our conversation with cinematographer Michael "Cambio" Fernandez from 2021. Michael shares his thoughts on the creative side of filmmaking, the journey of a cinematographer and more in this chat. It has been fun going back and trying to select unique conversations from the […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #494 – The Road to 500 (#220 The Wunderboi)
This week on the podcast we look back at one of my favourite episodes ever. If you were an early supporter of the podcast the name Wunderboi will be very familiar. I got to know Ian on set about 10 years ago and slowly but surely he found his way on to a few of my […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #493 – The Road to 500 (#196 Christopher Probst ASC)
This week on the Road to 500 we are releasing the most controversial episode in the history of the podcast. Not becasue of anything the guest said but rather because we ran out of time and I mentioned making a Part Two to the episode. Originally airing as Episode #196 with Christopher Probst ASC he […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #492 – THe Road to 500 (#140 – Adam Frisch FSF)
This week on the show we are going back in the archive to when we went to Los Angeles and did a round of interviews in person. Our guest in this episode was cinematographer Adam Frisch FSF. This chat originally aired in Episode #140. We cover all sorts of topics from dealing with the complexities of […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #491 – The Road to 500 (#66 Jon Chema)
In this episode, we revisit a past conversation with cinematographer Jon Chema that originally aired in Episode #66, reflecting on the evolution of cinematography and the challenges faced in a PlayStation commercial. The discussion covers various aspects of filmmaking, including collaboration with directors, lighting techniques, the use of practical effects, and the importance of relationships wi

The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #490 – The Road to 500 (#44 Isaac Bauman)
In this episode we off a new series leading up to episode 500, reflecting on the evolution of The Wandering DP Podcast and revisiting valuable lessons from past episodes. This week, we are joined by cinematographer Isaac Bauman, who shares his unconventional journey from directing to cinematography and how real-world experience shaped his creative voice.The […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #489 – Arranging Deck Chairs
In this solo episode, I share a simple but powerful tip that’s become part of his standard toolkit on commercial sets: using a floor-based backlight to add polish to a shot quickly and efficiently. While the idea started as a practical trick passed down from Paul Cameron, it opens the door to a much deeper […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #488 – Lachlan Milne ASC (Re-visited)
This week on the podcast I am on the road so we are going back in to the archive and featuring a past interview with cinematographer Lachlan Milne ASC. This episode originally came out in 2016 and since then Lachlan has gone from strength to strength in the industry, It has been great following his career […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #487 – The Difference
On this week's podcast I discuss the arc of my learning in cinematography and how many mistakes I made along the way. It has been a journey of finding the path with least resistance and then following that path until I realize (sometimes years later) that I wasn't paying attention to the thing that actually mattered […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #486 – Hard Work & A.I.
Well, to be fair, I never said I wasn't easily distracted. I wanted this episode to be a counter argument to what I shared last week in Episode #485, where I laid out how you could pin almost all of the success I have had in my career as coming from a few lucky breaks, with […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #485 – The Desert of the Real
Every so often a comment sparks a debate over in the Patreon group and this week on the podcast I am sharing my two cents on the state of the industry if you are just starting out and also what actually moves the needle when it comes to success. I am only a single point of […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #484: Cinematographer Pedro Gomez Millan AMC
Cinematographer Pedro Gomez Millan AMC drops in this week for an honest, ground-level chat about what it takes to steer the look of a project when you’re the only DP on the call sheet.We dig into how the conversation with a director evolves from loose references in prep to split-second decisions once the sun starts […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #483 – Cinematographer Matheus Bastos
In this episode, I’m joined by cinematographer Matheus Bastos to talk about his work on the indie feature 'Gazer' and his broader journey in narrative filmmaking.We get into what it really takes to shoot a film over an extended period on a micro-budget—both the challenges and the unexpected advantages. Matheus shares how community, networking, and […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #482 – The Map is Complete
I originally was going to call this episode "Guesswork" but at the end of recording I think I came up with a better title. The last few years in the background I have been formalizing a system that has become paramount to my own working as a cinematographer and I've finally managed to complete it this […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #481 – Toby Oliver ACS
Australian cinematographer Toby Oliver ACS is back for his third appearance on the show to talk about his latest work on the series Apple Cider Vinegar. If you have caught any of the past episodes that Toby has featured on then you know that not many of the DPs we have had on the show work […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #480 – Cinematographer Scott Siracusano
This week on the show we chat with cinematographer Scott Siracusano about his latest work on the film Control Freak. Scott shares his unique path to shooting his debut feature, how he and the production tackled difficult situations over the course of the project, and he talks about what actually moves the needle for cinematography […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #479 – Tommy Maddox-Upshaw ASC
We are back this week with cinematographer Tommy Maddox-Upshaw ASC to talk about his work on the film Opus. Tommy shares stories from pre-production, how he approaches the prep process, working on set and much more. Definitely check out the trailer below if you haven't already seen the movie. Tommy and the team pulled off some great […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #478 – More Control, More Better
A gaffer's worst nightmare is when the DP asks for a light to be thrown into the ceiling to help boost the ambient. There is a good way to do it and a bad way to do it. This week on the show I chat through why I think an LED version of a Source 4 […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #477 – Service Work
Not all cinematography jobs are created equal. Some jobs require creative input and some jobs do not. At least not in the same quantity. Knowing the difference between the types of jobs and what is being asked or required from you can have a big impact on the quality of the work. I think the goal for […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #476 – Taste & Judgement
This week on the podcast we are back to our regularly scheduled programming after an awesome "Life Off Set" series hosted by Jon Bregel. There is no guest this week just myself rambling about the difference between taste and judgement and what I think actually moves the needle on any production. Cinematography has so many different […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast; Episode #475 – “Life Off Set” w/Diego Contreras & Jon Bregel
We have a great episode today with director Diego Contreras. He sits down with our host of the "Life Off Set" series, Jon Bregel, to share his experience in the undistry, what he has seen and experienced first hand and so much more. Diego has such a great body of work and approach to the industry. I […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #474 – “Life Off Set” w/Katelin Arizmendi ASC & Jon Bregel
Cinematographer Katelin Arizmendi joins our esteemed guest host Jon Bregel to discuss a broad range of topics on this week's episode. The "Life Off Set" series continues to shine a light in areas and challenges in filmmaking that are rarely discussed. There is so much value in hearing theses conversations from people inside the industry […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #473 – “Life Off Set” w/Salomon Ligthelm & Jon Bregel
This week on the podcast we are continuing the Life Off Set Series with director Salomon Ligthelm. Guest host Jon Bregel is back to guide a fantastic conversation about the realities of filmmaking at the highest level. If you haven't already, be sure to check out Salomon's work at the links below to get an idea […]
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The Wandering DP: Episode #472 – “Life Off Set” w/ Khalid Mohtaseb & Jon Bregel
Hello podcast people! This week we are kicking off February with a bang. For the first time ever I am handing the hosting reins over to Jon Bregel for a new series called "Life Off Set". Veteran listeners of the show will be familiar with Jon as he was a guest on Episodes #387 and more recently […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #471 – The Disappearing Middle
This week on the podcast we are breaking down the 2024 Cinematography Survey. I asked the questions, you answered them. The results are in and the are very interesting. Enjoy!Patreon - Support the PodcastThe Patreon group is the heart of the podcast and of the YouTube channel. It is where I listed the survey that we talk […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #470 – Obsidian for Cinematography
This week on the show I go over my prep process for commercial work in 2025. I have been through a number of different systems in my career but I think my current set up is the most efficient and the most useful. Building a solid prep process is always easy, keeping it up to date […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #469 – More Frames
This week on the podcast we had a last minute change of plans which meant that we are trying something a little bit different. Last week on the show we looked at my favorite frames from 2024 and heard from some of the listeners about their own favorites. Today I am looking at some more frames […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #468 – Frames
Hey gang! I can't believe I didn't see this sooner but I am not that bright. Over on the Patreon Discord server Josh came up with the awesome idea to have people share their favorite frames from the year. Itwas very interesting to see what people gravitated towards and even more interesting was hearing why. In this episode […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #467 – 2024 Year in Review
2024 is in the books. It is time for the annual Year in Review podcast were we look back at the work, the finances, the trends, and try and predict what 2025 might look like. These episodes always do well and I expect no less this year. Hopefully you can use this information and cross reference your […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #466 – Paulo Perez
Hello world! This week on the podcast we are bringing in the holiday season with cinematographer Paulo Perez as he takes us through his latest work for Netflix on the series 100 Years of Solitude. Paulo shares his background, how he and the director worked on and off set, and so much more. Paulo had some very […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #465 – Shane Hurlbut ASC
A huge treat for me this week on the podcast as we sit down with cinematographer Shane Hurlbut ASC with a plan to talk about his latest work on the series The Perfect Couple. I got slightly side tracked and we ended up chatting about his experience as an educator in the space, how cinematography […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #464 – Camera & Lenses
A few episodes back on the podcast I ran through my thoughts on owning gear and the gross miscalculation of lifetime returns that most working cinematographers make. If you miss opportunities as large as the one that most DPs have in front of them it is going to be very difficult to get ahead even if […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #463 – Eli Arenson
Hello, hello!! This week on the podcast we are chatting with cinematographer Eli Arenson about his last few narrative projects, transitioning from commercial to narrative, and more. Eli has a great eye and produces fantastic work so it was a real pleasure to have him on and hear about his approach to the work. Be sure to […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #462 – Not Financial Advice
This is not financial advice. I just think it is wild that the majority of cinematographers are so quick to dismiss such a massive opportunity when it comes to purchasing gear and renting it out to the productions they are on. Maybe it works, maybe it doesn't but I can only say that in my experience it […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #461 – Idan Menin
Welcome to the show this week. Our guest is cinematographer Idan Menin who is on to talk about his latest work on the film Lost on a Mountain in Maine. The film looks great and Idan has a ton of stories to share from pre-production all the way through to his work on set. I really […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #460 – Ryan Eddleston
Hello people of the podcast world. This week we welcome back cinematographer Ryan Eddleston back on the show. Ryan has had a busy few years since he was last on and he walks us through working on a wide variety of narrative projects from TV series to Feature Films. Always great having past guests on the show […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #459 – No One Cares
A solo episode this week while a few of the the topics that we discussed in last week's episode with Jon Bregel are still top of mind. Back to more conversations next week. Until then make sure you check out the Film Roundtable link below. Enjoy!Cinematography Podcast - Film Roundtable
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #458 – Jon Bregel
A fun episode today as Jon Bregel returns to the podcast to talk about his latest work plus a host of other topics which up until this episode have gone under the radar on the show. There isn't a lot of information from people operating at the tip of the spear in the filmmaking world on […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #457 – Cinematographer Evangelos Polychronopoulos
This week on the show we are chatting with Greek cinematographer Evangelos Polychronopoulos as he talks through his approach to the work, navigating the commercial space, and moving countries mid-career. I had a great time chatting to Evangelos and I hope you get as much out of the conversation as I did. Be sure to check out […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #456 – Cinematographer Carissa Dorson
We are back at it this week with a great conversation with cinematographer Carissa Dorson. Carissa talks us through her latest project Things Will Be Different and describes her approach to such a unique story and the extremely condensed schedule that was required to make it all possible. Lots of great info shared throughout the show […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #455 – Cinematographer James Rhodes
On the show this week we are chatting with cinematographer James Rhodes about his work on the film Femme. The backstory on James and how he originally got involved in the short version of the project are wild and it doesn't stop there. If you ever wondered if one call can change your career this episode […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #454 – Mihai Mălaimare Jr.
WE have a great show today as cinematographer Mihai Mălaimare Jr. is back on the show to talk about his experience on set shooting Megalopolis. I am a huge fan of Mihai's work and his overall approach to cinematography and it is always a pleasure to hear how he gets it all done. Be sure to check […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #453 – Cinematographer Ricardo Diaz
This week on the show our guest is cinematographer Ricardo Diaz who is on to talk about his latest work on the feature film Incoming. Ricardo shares his experience working his way in to the studio feature world, what he looks for in collaborators, and so much more. I really enjoyed chatting with Ricardo and be sure […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #452 – The Breakdown Companion
Today marks the first breakdown using a combination of YouTube videos and the podcast. I hope they are as valuable as the old versions. Let me know what you think. This was a commercial we shot as part of a larger series that we will look at more in the future. Below you can watch the videos (Part […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #451 – A New Era
We have to switch it up. It's not me, it's you. This isn't working anymore for either of us. The time has come to try a different approach for the breakdown podcasts and in this episode I lay out what the future will look like here for the podcast and hopefully how it will be an […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #450 – The Team
It was a creator's worst nightmare on display this week with the podcast. I managed to record an entire episode and then erase the original file from my working drive. It doesn't happen often but when it does it certainly isn't fun. I had planned to talk about the Blackmagic job that I was on last […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #449 – Cinematographer Sam Levy
On this episode of the podcast we chat with cinematographer Sam Levy about his latest work on the HBO original series Fantasmas. Sam was originally on the show back in 2017 when he came on to chat about lensing Lady Bird. If you missed that episode (Episode #107) be sure to give that one a listen after […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #448 – Racing the Sun
This week on the show we are looking at a recent TV Commercial I shot earlier this year and discussing how one major decision was responsible for the entire look and feel of the project. The commercial was very reliant on the location and the action required a very specific scenario. In this episode we talk […]
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The Wandering DP Pdocast: Episode #447 – Christopher Ross BSC
We have an awesome show this week as we are joined by cinematographer Christopher Ross BSC to discuss his work on the series Shogun. Christopher was originally on the podcast back in Episode #406 to talk about lensing the film The Great Escaper and he is back on today to chat through a much different beast. […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #446 – Maria Sarasvati Herrera
This week on the show we sit down with cinematographer Maria Sarasvati Herrera AMC to discuss all manners of filmmaking. Maria shares her path to becoming a cinematographer and what it is like to try and navigate today's film landscape to find your true calling as a director of photography. This was a great chat and […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #445 – Cinematographer Pat Scola
This week on the show we are breaking the talent draught with one of my favorite cinematographers Pat Scola. He talks us through one of his latest films Sing Sing and a whole lot more. Pat was originally on the show in Episode #423 so if you want to hear more on his background and his path. […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #444 – Cinematography 201
I am sorry, I made a mistake. I never should have said we would get back on track during last week's podcast. It might have been true when I said it but it certainly isn't now. This week on Episode #444 I am continuing the Cinematography Series where I am trying out to explain why all of […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #443 – Cinematography 101
I thought I was going to be concise and that this series was going to be short and to the point but as always I managed to ramble to myself for almost an hour on what I think is the value that cinematographers can bring to a project. Once you understand where you can add value […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #442 – Scott Cunningham (Revisited)
This week on the show we are revisiting an interview from a few years back with cinematographer Scott Cunningham. Each and every week we pump out another podcast and for new listeners to the show it is easy to miss great episodes from the past. Scott is a fantastic cinematographer and shares his unique path […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #441 – Simon Ozolins ACS
On the show today we sit down with Australian cinematographer Simon Ozolins ACS. Simon walks us through his path to becoming a director of photography, we chat about his latest work on the series Ladies in Black, and he shares the approach he has developed for using the in camera textures on offer with the Alexa […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #440 – Too Little, Too Late
We have got too may breakdowns and not enough weeks in the year to get through them all. This week on the podcast we get a chance to see what it looks like when you put one LED in what is basically a small ladder with a bucket at the top of it and try and […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #439 – The Rambling Man #2
I had originally intended this to be a Q+A Episode but like always it devolved into a rant about finding employment in this business, how to lower your chances (or raise them) of getting fired on set, and a whole slew of other topics. I will eventually get to the Q+A stuff but it certainly didn't […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #438 – The Advantages of a Movable Location
This week on the podcast we are breaking down a commercial that had quite a bit of car interior/exterior dialogue which meant we could highlight what a huge benefit it is to have a location you can move when shooting day exteriors. We basically followed the sun with the angle of the car which meant with […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #437 – Cinematographer Brendan Uegama
Cinematographer Brendan Uegama is back on the show this week for his 3rd appearance and he is walking us through his work on Them: The Scare. It has been awesome following along with Brendan over the last few years to see his work evolve and progress. He discusses his latest thoughts on the job and shares where […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #436 – Cinematographer Martim Vian
This week on the show we are chatting with cinematographer Martim Vian about his latest film Lazareth. Martim shares a number of unique insights from his time on the film and highlights his process for bringing a script to life through the visual language of a project. Be sure to check out the trailer below and give […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #435 – Cinematographer Larkin Donley
Cinematographer Larkin Donley is our guest on the show this week and he is on to talk about a unique project shot for PBS titled The Express Way with Dule Hill. This elevated documentary presented a number of unique opportunities as well as some interesting challenges and Lark talks us through his process for crafting the […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #434 – The Joy of 360 Degrees
Breakdown Episode! Today we are looking at job that has all the hallmarks of a challenging operation. Tiny location, no room to light, tough style to emulate, and not a lot of time to do it. Then again, these jobs are always the most fun. Enjoy!Course: Mastering ExposureIn the course I detail how I learned exposure and I […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #433 – Mark Schwartzbard
This week on the podcast we get a repeat visit from cinematographer Mark Schwartzbard who is on to talk about his latest work on the series Based on a True Story. Mark made his Wandering DP debut back in episode #400 where we discussed his background and his overall approach a bit more so for this […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #432 – 2024 Cinematography Survey (Part #2)
A few episodes back we took a quick pass at the results from this year's cinematography survey but, as predicted, I got side tracked and spent the majority of the episode rambling. This week on the podcast I am taking another stab at getting through the survey responses and although I didn't get to many of […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #431 – Sam McCurdy ASC BSC
This week on the show we are chatting with cinematographer Sam McCurdy ASC BSC about his latest work on the series Shogun. Sam breaks down how he approaches a project as massive as this one, details what he does to be prepared for the shoot, and so much more. If you aren't familiar with Sam's work be […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #430 – Nowhere to Hide
We are back at it this week looking at a recent commercial and doing a little breakdown. Normally a job like this I wouldn't highlight the approach but after talking with Elliot Nieves on a recent episode about this series I thought it might be beneficial to look at what works and what doesn't work […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #429 – David Feeney-Mosier
This week on the show we sit down with cinematographer David Feeney-Mosier to discuss his latest work on the Oscar winning short documentary The Last Repair Shop. We chat about his approach to documentaries, how they differ from more traditional narrative projects, plus David shares his own journey of making the switch from camera assistant to […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #428 – Cinematographer Geoff George on Virtual Production
This week we welcome back cinematographer Geoff George to chat about the future of virtual production for cinematographers. Geoff was previously on the podcast in Episode #282 where you can hear all about his more traditional work and history in cinematography. All productions want better, faster, and cheaper and going virtual certainly offers two of these options […]
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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #427 – Cinematography Survey (2024)
We brought back the Cinematography Survey for 2024. The results are in. It isn't looking good but, by the sounds of it, many of you already know that. The vast majority of respondents highlighted how 2023 was a massive struggle with changes in the market structure plus a drop in demand has left quite a few […]
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