Q&A: What Do Cinematographers Do On Animated Movies?

In this more informal series I provide my thoughts and opinions on the questions and comments which you’ve posed on YouTube, Patreon and Discord. If you have any questions and would like to be featured on a future episode please comment below.

0:00 Introduction
0:10 What Do Cinematographers Do On Animated Movies?
2:03 Are Mirrorless Cameras Good Enough For Indie Filmmakers?
3:55 Explain The Workflow For Shooting On Film
6:11 How To Balance Commercial Work & Passion Projects?
7:47 Conclusion

Music:
Ian Post - 'To Edinburgh'
Ian Post - 'The Meadow'
Crazy Paris - 'Fun'
Sid Acharya - 'Falling Through The Hourglass'
Norvik - 'Forests'

[caelintredoux]

The question about the balance between passion projects and paid work is always a funny one to me. I understand wanting to shoot something that truly touches your heart - but I find shooting anything (commercial or movie) makes me happy because at the end of the day, I’m creating art with a camera.

[randomniche]

Okay but this is FREAKY، I have JUST started working on a screenplay for an animated short and i was studying how it will go down in terms of cinematography and i was looking for videos online but there wasn't much on the topic youtube-wise, and then my FAVOURITE EVER channel uploads this.
this must be a sign, I am legit so excited I haven't even watched the video yet I almost screamed when I saw it on my home page

[kjcamron]

Surf's Up has always been an inspiration for my cinematography. Shite was innovative

[RishiPandey]

I'm a student working towards becoming a cinematographer in animation! Awesome explanation. Love the channel :D

[danielbautista]

I didn't even know animated movies have cinematographers

[billtang]

Love it! You’re breakdown of concepts alien to the general public into easy to learn bites are just brilliant

[vivjos]

Can you make a video on the differences in the viewing experience of a film shot on film and watched in a film projection v/s shot on film and watched digitally? Because many aren't aware of it.

[PostOfficeCowboys]

"... and now also making YouTube Videos"... I love you. I really do. We really do.

[pierrezapata]

you really have some of the best work on YouTube. Your videos offer great insight and exceptional examples every time

[freytk]

Hi, great video as always.
I was just wondering if you could do a video about ads, and how different cinematic techniques are used in them.
Much love from Denmark :)

[forgivelennon]

I’ve also been thinking about this recently, thank you for making this video! ❤️

[rohithkumar]

SUCH A GREAT THANKS ALOT I watched more than 5 to 10 times a train movie " UNSTOPPABLE ". Being as a photography student, THE CINEMATOGRAPHY MADE ME TO SURPRISE EACH FRAME especially HOW THE CAMERA DEPARTMENT SHOT TRAIN SHOTS that to AGAINST THE REFLECTIONS....CAN YOU PLEASE BREAK DOWN ABOUT THAT MOVIE's CINEMATOGRAPHY SHOTS....

[unamed]

Personally I would like to see a video on the pl-mount (history, advantages etc.)

[NikitaShurhoveckis]

Love your videos!! Looking forward to the next one!

[Pajaroafro]

Man ive always wondered how they came up with the cinematography for the Minions movie!

[Mr_Movie_Fan]

Fun fact: Roger Deakins is the cinematographer for Rango

[beretaniastreet]

Funny that he used the Adobe Premiere icon for the NLE, obv it would be Avid, especially if it’s a job that shot on film stock.

[cesarmartin]

Hello! Great vid. My question is: which way do you consider is most realistic to achive working in the film industry, feature films or short films? I've started by shooting shorts as they are easier to organize and cheaper, but I want to know your opinion. Thanks for the amazing content!!

[Nuebling]

😂 when you watch a video and you see your workplace at silbersalz

[uknownothing]

What are you thoughts on starting out on big productions as a camera trainee or runner? Most of the 1st and 2nd camera assists and have been working in their positions for years only climbing the ladder very slowly.