Blog
The Turning
March 2013
Working with director Mia Wasikowksa on a short film, which will form part of the feature 'The Turning'.
TAC/ Distractions
March 2013
I was proud to be a part of the new 'Distractions' campaign for the TAC in Victoria. Directed by Ben Quinn at The Sweet Shop.
Flying
February 2013
Galore
November 2012
I'm having an amazing time shooting a beautiful feature film in Canberra called 'Galore', written and directed by Rhys Graham and produced by Philippa Campey. Supported by an incredible cast and crew, I'm shooting on a dream format, the Alexa Studio with Hawk V-Lite Anamorphics supplied by Cinoptix. I'm in love with the script, filmmaking and the cast, and this project is why I became I cinematographer. I can't wait to have it out in the world.
Nissan Leaf
October 2012
Here's an international TVC I shot for Nissan's new electric car, the Leaf. Shot in Sydney, Tokyo, Budapest and LA, we filmed on a variety of cameras and rigs, including an Octodrone and a Russian Arm tracking vehicle. Voiced by Tony Stark himself, Robert Downey Jr.
Icebreak/ Drag Race 'Em
October 2012
Here's two online films I shot with Matt Devine of The Glue Society for Icebreak. Shot on Red Epic with Optimo Zooms.
Tokyo, Budapest, LA
September 2012
NZTA
September 2012
Over the past year, I have been shooting various New Zealand ad campaigns in Auckland with Stuart McDonald from The Sweet Shop. Here's a recent one for New Zealand Transport Agency that we shot.
LA
July 2012
Jessica Gomes in LA.
Blackberry/ Fireflies
June 2012
I recently shot a series of ads for Blackberry with Goodoil in Bangkok. Here's one my favourites, Fireflies.
Short Memory
May 2012
A photo I took during the shooting of 'Short Memory' for Jack Ladder.
Moreing
May 2012
A campaign for Boost I shot with Matt Devine from The Glue Society and produced by Revolver.
Ford/ Cane Toads
May 2012
An online ad for Ford that I shot with the clever Krozm at Exit Films.
HLA Management
May 2012
I am very pleased to announce that I am now represented by HLA Management for all film and television work.
Please contact Anna Dadic or Edwina Stuart on +61 2 9549 3000 or email hla@hlamgt.com.au for future enquiries.
Please contact Anna Dadic or Edwina Stuart on +61 2 9549 3000 or email hla@hlamgt.com.au for future enquiries.
Thailand
April 2012
Shooting in Bangkok with Goodoil Films.
Hong Kong
April 2012
Shooting in Hong Kong with Revolver.
Queenstown
April 2012
Shooting a short film with Asuka Sylvie in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Auscrew
March 2012
I have just signed with booking service Auscrew.
For any future bookings, please call them on +61 2 9427 4444 or email auscrew@auscrew.com.au.
For any future bookings, please call them on +61 2 9427 4444 or email auscrew@auscrew.com.au.
Jack Ladder/ Short Memory
February 2012
A music video I shot with Michael Spiccia. Shot on Red Epic with Steadicam work by Andrew Johnson.
Brighton
February 2012
Any Questions for Ben?
January 2012
Working Dog Productions (The Castle, The Dish) are bringing you the new Aussie comedy of 2012, Any Questions For Ben? Directed by Rob Sitch and starring some of Australia's most talented actors such as Josh Lawson, Rachael Taylor, Felicity Ward, Jodi Gordon, Christian Clark and Daniel Henshall, Any Questions For Ben? is the most hilarious and up-beat new Aussie cult classic to come to screens.
Set in Melbourne, Josh Lawson stars as Ben, the twenty-something, life-loving protagonist who has what many people would call the best lifestyle of anyone they know. He's well known, trusted, loves sex, parties and money and has the social finesse that would leave most people for dust. So when life is perfect, what's to question? Enter the realm of the quarter-life crisis, or is it about just growing up?
Set in Melbourne, Josh Lawson stars as Ben, the twenty-something, life-loving protagonist who has what many people would call the best lifestyle of anyone they know. He's well known, trusted, loves sex, parties and money and has the social finesse that would leave most people for dust. So when life is perfect, what's to question? Enter the realm of the quarter-life crisis, or is it about just growing up?
Hilltop Hoods/ I Love it
6th January 2012
A music video I shot with Nash Edgerton from Bluetongue Films. Shot on Arri Alexa with Steadicam work by Andrew Johnson.
Camerimage Festival of Cinematography
DECEMBER 2011
I'm currently in Poland where I just had an inspiring week of films and seminars at the worlds only festival dedicated to cinematography, Camerimage. The music video I shot with Daniel Askill for Wim was in competition.
Cinematographers attending included Manuel Alberto Claro (Melancholia), Phedon Papamichael (The Ides of March) Roberto Schaefer (Quantum of Solace), Hoyte Van Hoytema (Let the Right One In), Phil Meheux (Casino Royale), Eduard Grau (A Single Man) and way too many others to mention. There was also a retrospective on John Seale, who recieved a Lifetime Achievement Award for his work on films such as Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, The English Patient, Rainman, Dead Poets Society and so many other classics. It was awe-inspiring to see a reel of his work presented.
I met so many great DPs and directors, and feel so inspired to return to Australia to get to work again.
Crown/ Time
November 2011
A Crown Lager commercial that I shot second unit on (all exterior timelapse footage). Directed by Michael Spiccia. Main unit interior brewery shot by Danny Ruhlmann.
AGL
November 2011
I worked on this TVC with Tony Rogers at Renegade Films. Shot on 16mm with Kodak 50D stock and Arri Ultraprime lenses.
Movember
November 2011
Movember (the month formerly known as November) is a global moustache growing charity event held during November each year that raises funds and awareness for men's health. Register or donate at movember.com
TSB with The Sweet Shop
October 2011
Here is a new TVC for New Zealand bank TSB that I shot with Stuart McDonald from The Sweet Shop. Shot on Red MX with Cooke S4s.
USA
September 2011
Mt Buller
7th August 2011
Triple Happiness/ Teaser
18th July 2011
Here is a new teaser for a feature film I shot for writer/ director Aaron Wilson across Australia and Singapore. Triple Happiness is the story of a man who returns from war, unable to continue his life from where he left it. An incident that has forever changed his attitude to humanity will resonate through future generations of his family.
The Australian Ballet
1st July 2011
I recently teamed up with Melbourne filmmaking duo Lily Coates and Gavin Youngs from The Apiary to create a visual backdrop for a special performance by The Australian Ballet. Entitled 'Scope', it was choreographed by up-and-comer Alice Topp and was performed at The Sydney Theatre Company. Click here to view the full live performance.
Below are some stills I took during the shoot.
Below are some stills I took during the shoot.
Closing In
1st July 2011
Last week I finished shooting an exciting new short film written and directed by Alex Mizin. I've lately been entrenched in modern crime noir (playing LA Noire, reading Blacksad), and I really enjoyed sinking my teeth into a local story.
Closing In is a crime thriller set in 1980's Australia that revolves around the kidnapping of an 8 year old boy. Inspired by true events, it explores the struggle between professional and emotional responsibilities of a young detective assigned to look after the mother of the abducted child.
Closing In is a crime thriller set in 1980's Australia that revolves around the kidnapping of an 8 year old boy. Inspired by true events, it explores the struggle between professional and emotional responsibilities of a young detective assigned to look after the mother of the abducted child.
Ksubi/ Kolors
6th May 2011
Wim/ See You Hurry
15th April 2011
A music video I shot with Daniel Askill from Collider. Shot on Red MX.
Arabella Ramsay
22nd March 2011
Some photos I took on a short film I shot for fashion label Arabella Ramsay. Directed by Nicole Rose.
Water
18th February 2011
Road Traffic Authority
10th February 2011
A new commercial for the RTA that I shot for David Rittey at Exit Films. Shot on Canon 5D Mk2 with Zeiss Compact Primes.
Scumbus
7th February 2011
I recently finished production on a new comedy feature film called 'Scumbus'. It's about two irresponsible cops sentenced to a police caravan in a rough neighbourhood full of shady characters. The very funny cast includes Ed Kavalee, Toby Truslove, Lachy Hulme, Glenn Robbins, Samantha Tolj, Christian Clark, Tony Martin, Dave Hughes and Ryan Shelton. We had a great time making it and we shot on two Canon 5D Mk2s, with Jody Muston operating second camera. Gaffer was Chris Parkinson. Due out later this year.
"I think both of us have found that as you become more experienced, you get more relaxed, and that allows you to accomplish more. There's less adrenalin, and you're more present."
Darren Aronofksy on his relationship with cinematographer Matthew Libatique
Images from Beijing Taxi
20th January 2011
I finally cut a series of images from the feature film, Beijing Taxi, which I shot in China in 2007. It was an amazing experience working on the film, one of those really special projects where you fall in love with the people and the place you are documenting.
HD Videos
14th January 2011
Welcome to my new website. Many of my videos are now available in HD and can be viewed in fullscreen, if you have a decent internet connection. If it's not playing back well, just click the HD button to go back to standard definition.
A great article of cinematographers reviewing their peers work from the past year.
The Streets
28th December 2010
Aaron & Anna
15th December 2010
