Matt Workman: From Light Meters to Game Engines and the Future of Cinematography
This week, we’re joined by Matt Workman—filmmaker, developer, and creator of Cine Tracer—for a candid look at the shifting landscape of cinematography. We explore how filmmakers can better communicate, justify resources, and protect their creative choices in a rapidly evolving industry, and why futureproofing your skillset now means knowing both a light meter and a game engine. From the emergence of virtual production to the democratization of 3D previsualization, Workman unpacks how technology like Unreal Engine, once reserved for high-budget productions, is becoming a daily tool for working DPs.Matt Workman’s Instagram | YouTubePeter Pascucci’s Instagram | WebsiteLauren Guiteras’s Instagram | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Sandisk and TCP Insurance.
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Rachel Clark, BSC: A Meditation on Innocence, Silence, and the Space Between Words (Special Camerimage Episode)
Rachel Clark, BSC, brings a poetic realism to the screen, and in this special edition episode recorded at the Camerimage Festival, she reveals how she constructs that visual language. Joining hosts Ava Benjamin Shorr and Lauren Guiteras to reflect on the making of “Edge of Summer”, a lyrical coming-of-age film set in the haunting landscapes of Cornwall. Clark unpacks her immersive handheld approach, the challenge of lighting with only headlamps, and the deeply collaborative relationship with director Lucy Cohen. Their discussion explores the aesthetics of memory, adolescence, and the subtle power of image-making that trusts the viewer’s emotional literacy.If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon.Rachel Clark’s Instagram | WebsiteAva Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | WebsiteLauren Guiteras’s Instagram | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Creamsource and Sandisk, with special thanks to Kondor Blue.
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Bianca Cline: A Cinematographer’s Reckoning With Tragedy, Legacy, and Honoring a Fallen Colleague on the Set of Rust
What does it mean to carry someone else’s artistic legacy forward? Bianca Cline joins the Cinematography Salon Podcast to share a rare and deeply moving look behind the lens, stepping into the unfinished production of Rust following the tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, ASC. Bianca discusses the moral and emotional calculus behind accepting the role, her consultations with Hutchins’ family, and the quiet determination to preserve Halyna’s memory. A memorial scholarship has been established in Halyna's name at the AFI Conservatory. Donate here it you wish to contribute to the scholarship fund.Bianca Cline’s Instagram | WebsitePeter Pascucci’s Instagram | WebsiteAva Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Sandisk and TCP Insurance.
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Zach Kuperstein: A Cinematographer’s Mission to Make Local 600 Transparent, Democratic, and Member-Led
Joining us this week is Zach Kuperstein, a New York-based cinematographer known for his work on "Barbarian" and his collaboration with Anna Kendrick on her highly anticipated directorial debut, "Woman of the Hour". Zach sits down with host David Kruta to discuss why he’s running for office in Local 600, breaking down contract negotiations, leadership stagnation, and why democratic engagement among union members matters now more than ever. With elections looming, Kuperstein outlines a progressive campaign for union leadership - and why the status quo is no longer sustainable for working camera professionals.If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon.Zach Kuperstein’s Instagram | WebsiteCREW’s Instagram | WebsiteDavid Kruta’s Instagram | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Sandisk and TCP Insurance.
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Sam Levy: A Well-Rested Mind and The Art of Invisible Cinematography
Sam Levy’s body of work has helped define contemporary American independent cinema. In this episode, Levy pulls back the curtain on his methodical, deeply personal approach to cinematography, revealing how scripts, performances, and even sleep all shape his lens. Levy revisits career-defining moments with Greta Gerwig, Noah Baumbach, and Kelly Reichardt, and speaks on how technical mastery is often best used in service of disappearing. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon.Sam Levy’s Instagram | WebsitePeter Pascucci’s Instagram | WebsiteAva Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Sandisk and TCP Insurance.
Tune in to the Cinematography Salon Podcast every other Thursday for an enlightening journey into the realm of cinematography, hosted by Peter Pascucci and Ava Benjamin Shorr. Drawing inspiration from the rebellious ethos of historic art salons, our show serves as a platform for emerging talents to both showcase their art and challenge the conventional boundaries of our craft. Through our podcast, we connect like-minded filmmakers and catalyze the exchange of resources, ideas, and wisdom in the cinematography community.
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