Shelly Johnson ASC elected as president of American Society of Cinematographers

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The American Society of Cinematographers’ Board of Governors has announced a new slate of officers, with Shelly Johnson ASC elected to lead as president.  Johnson, who takes the reins from incumbent president Mandy Walker AM ASC ACS, previously served as the organisation’s president from 2023-25.  The Board also voted in vice presidents Charlie Lieberman ASC, … Read more

American Society of Cinematographers welcomes Splitsville DP Adam Newport-Berra as new member

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The American Society of Cinematographers has welcomed Adam Newport-Berra as a new member.  The ASC and Emmy award-winning DP’s credits include the series The Studio and Euphoria, as well as the feature films Barry, The Last Black Man in San Francisco and Splitsville. Per the ASC, the Oregon-born cinematographer “cites nature as both a catalyst … Read more

2026 ASC Awards winners revealed – Michael Bauman takes Theatrical Feature Film for One Battle After Another

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The American Society of Cinematographers has announced the winners of the 2026 ASC Awards, presenting Michael Bauman with the Theatrical Feature Film Award for One Battle After Another.  The 40th ASC Outstanding Achievement Awards also recognised Mátyás Erdély ASC HSC for Orphan in the Spotlight Award category, and Mstyslav Chernov and Alex Babenko for the … Read more

American Society of Cinematographers to honour Guillermo del Toro with Board of Governors Award

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The American Society of Cinematographers has announced that it will celebrate Guillermo del Toro with its Board of Governors Award. It will present the honour at the 40th Annual ASC Outstanding Achievement Awards Gala on 8 March at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. “Guillermo del Toro has reshaped modern cinema by treating the … Read more

American Society of Cinematographers welcomes Zoë White as new member

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The American Society of Cinematographers has welcomed Zoë White ACS as a new member.  The cinematographer has received ASC and Emmy Award nominations for The Handmaid’s Tale, as well as an ASC nomination for the telefilm Hold Your Breath and an Emmy nomination for the documentary Will & Harper. Speaking to American Cinematographer, White revealed … Read more

American Society of Cinematographers welcomes Claudia Raschke as new member

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The American Society of Cinematographers has announced Claudia Raschke, known for the likes of Julia, Fauci, RBG and Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp and the Biotech Revolution, as a new member. Raschke decided to pursue a career in cinematography after moving to New York from Germany to study modern dance with Martha Graham.  The ASC … Read more

American Society of Cinematographers welcomes Alicia Robbins as new member

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The American Society of Cinematographers has welcomed Alicia Robbins, whose credits include Grey’s Anatomy and Bridgerton, as a new member.  Growing up outside Birmingham, Alabama, she became interested in visual storytelling while studying communications at Vanderbilt University, where she gained experience with the campus TV station.  Going on to study at the American Film Institute, … Read more

ASC welcomes Valentina Caniglia CCS as new member

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The American Society of Cinematographers has welcomed Valentina Caniglia CCS as a new member. The Italian filmmaker recently lensed the feature Jesus Land, starring Juliette Lewis and based on the New York Times best-selling memoir by Julia Scheeres, for director Saila Kariat. Caniglia’s credits also include Pomegranates and Myrrh, Isola, 3 Days Rising and Quail … Read more

American Society of Cinematographers unveils ASC Todd-AO lenses

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The American Society of Cinematographers has unveiled the ASC Todd-AO lenses.  The newly refurbished set of vintage primes was rediscovered in the Society’s historic Hollywood clubhouse, with the ASC describing the find as “a rare cinematic treasure”. Originally crafted for the Todd-AO widescreen format of the 1950s, these lenses have been reimagined for today’s large-format … Read more

ASC welcomes Nikolaus Summerer as new member

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The American Society of Cinematographers has welcomed Nikolaus Summerer as a new member.  With credits including Color Book, The Prince and an episode of Dune: Prophecy, the cinematographer has already had a varied career. Beginning his journey with an internship at Arri Rental in Munich, Summerer was assigned to serve as a lighting technician intern … Read more

Take a sneak peek inside the July/August 2025 edition of British Cinematographer

Introducing the July/August 2025 edition of British Cinematographer  Looking for quality reading material for your well-deserved summer break? Welcome to the July/August edition of British Cinematographer! This issue is packed with fresh perspectives, the latest trends, exciting new technology and productions inspired by powerful stories—both fact and fiction. Curious to learn more? Please, read on… CAMERA CREATIVE: … Read more

Take a sneak peek inside the May/June 2025 edition of British Cinematographer

Introducing the May/June 2025 edition of British Cinematographer    The days are longer, the light is golden and creativity is in full flourish – and so is this issue! As the industry heats up for summer, the May/June edition of British Cinematographer radiates with the energy and innovation driving our craft forward. This issue brims with fresh perspectives, showcasing … Read more

Take a sneak peek inside the March/April 2025 edition of British Cinematographer

Get a first look at the March/April 2025 edition of British Cinematographer The sun is shining, the sky is blue, it’s beautiful – and so is this issue! As the industry springs forward, the March/April edition of British Cinematographer is in full bloom, capturing the vibrant essence of our ever-evolving craft. This issue is bursting with fresh … Read more

Catherine Goldschmidt BSC welcomed into ASC membership

Catherine Goldschmidt was born in Berkeley, CA, and grew up in suburban New Jersey, the daughter of a mathematician and a therapist. Although she was raised without television, her parents were movie lovers and would take her to the cinema often. In high school, she worked at her local video store, and at Wesleyan University, … Read more

Jomo Fray and Ed Lachman ASC amongst winners at ASC Awards

The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) revealed Edward Lachman ASC earned the org’s 2025 theatrical feature film award for Maria. The 39th ASC Outstanding Achievement Awards, held at the Beverly Hilton, also recognised Jomo Fray for Nickel Boys in the Spotlight Award category, and Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw for the documentary Gaucho Gaucho. Winners … Read more

Take a sneak peek inside the January/February 2025 issue of British Cinematographer

Get a first look at the January/February 2025 issue of British Cinematographer A belated happy new year! We’re ringing in 2025 with a bumper BSC Expo edition that’s bursting with behind-the-scenes insights, cutting-edge technology features, interviews and so much more. But that’s not all – inside, you’ll also find a link to access the ultimate BSC Expo 2025 … Read more