Cinematography Salon

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.

Matt Workman: From Light Meters to Game Engines and the Future of Cinematography
Jun 12, 2025 – 01:26:10
Rachel Clark, BSC: A Meditation on Innocence, Silence, and the Space Between Words (Special Camerimage Episode)
May 22, 2025 – 00:47:06
Bianca Cline: A Cinematographer’s Reckoning With Tragedy, Legacy, and Honoring a Fallen Colleague on the Set of Rust
May 1, 2025 – 01:36:57
Zach Kuperstein: A Cinematographer’s Mission to Make Local 600 Transparent, Democratic, and Member-Led
Apr 10, 2025 – 01:04:35
Sam Levy: A Well-Rested Mind and The Art of Invisible Cinematography
Apr 3, 2025 – 01:32:23
Santiago Gonzalez: How Los Frikis Brought 1990s Havana to Life (Special Cameraimage Episode)
Mar 20, 2025 – 00:48:25
Alan Besedin of IronGlass: Shaping the Future by Reclaiming the Past
Mar 6, 2025 – 01:01:39
Are We In a Golden Age of Cinematography? Feat. Jomo Fray and Oren Soffer
Feb 20, 2025 – 01:22:35
Lol Crawley: VistaVision, Underexposure and The Brutalist (Special Camerimage Episode)
Feb 6, 2025 – 01:04:51
Jomo Fray: Crafting Bespoke Visual Narratives
Jul 19, 2024 – 01:49:57
Kira Kelly, ASC: Unveiling the Power in a Frame from Working in the Electric Department to Shooting Marvel TV Shows
Jun 25, 2024 – 01:09:12
Ava Berkofsky, ASC: The Journey from Art School and Documentary Filmmaking to Emmy Nominations
Jun 6, 2024 – 01:08:37
Frederick Elmes, ASC: Reinventing Yourself, One Visionary Film at a Time
Apr 12, 2024 – 01:33:22
Greig Fraser, ASC, ACS: Collaboration, Humility and Mentorship, From "The Batman" to "Dune"
Mar 28, 2024 – 01:06:46
Jay Holben: The Role of Technical Innovation in Storytelling
Feb 29, 2024 – 01:25:52
David Mullen, ASC: Using Film History to Empower Today's Cinematographers
Feb 15, 2024 – 01:30:14
Dan Kanes: For the Love of Anamorphic Lenses
Feb 1, 2024 – 01:07:20
Andrew Thomas Huang: Finding Yourself Through the Process of Creating
Jan 18, 2024 – 01:13:06
2023: Year in Review
Jan 4, 2024 – 00:59:32
Christopher Blauvelt: Finding Your Path with Relentless Curiosity
Dec 21, 2023 – 01:20:07
Natalie Kingston: The Art of Lighting from Within
Dec 7, 2023 – 01:12:39
Griffin Stoddard: Reimagining Reality and the Art of World-Building
Nov 23, 2023 – 00:55:11
Ashley Connor: Defying the Male Gaze and Achieving Balanced Representation
Nov 9, 2023 – 01:15:16
Oren Soffer: Behind the Scenes of "The Creator" and the Beauty of Spontaneity
Oct 26, 2023 – 01:18:54
Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS: Creative Collaboration and Translating the Director’s Vision
Sep 14, 2023 – 00:54:59
Andrew Roberts of ILM: The Art and Science Behind Seamless Visual Effects
Sep 7, 2023 – 00:47:07
Todd Banhazl, ASC: The Power of Trust & Collaborative Work
Aug 31, 2023 – 01:04:06
Oren Soffer & Peter Pascucci: Navigating Challenges and Cultivating Growth
Aug 24, 2023 – 00:39:57
Marysia Makowska: The Power of Empathy and Preparation
Aug 17, 2023 – 00:55:28
Jeremy Truong: Fighting for Equality and Impactful Storytelling
Aug 10, 2023 – 00:54:03
Andrii Kotliar: Hope and Resilience Amidst Conflict in Ukraine
Aug 3, 2023 – 00:39:26
Mackenzie Lansing: Action and Solidarity in Hollywood
Jul 27, 2023 – 00:41:56
Mark Lafleur Of Old Fast Glass Pt. 2: Pursuing the Perfect Lens
Jul 20, 2023 – 00:35:41
Mark Lafleur Of Old Fast Glass Pt. 1: The Beauty of Vintage Glass
Jul 13, 2023 – 00:48:00
Olan Collardy: Decoding the Craft of Cinematography
Jul 6, 2023 – 00:50:51
Kath Raisch: From Darkroom to Digital with Company3 Senior Colorist
Jun 29, 2023 – 00:46:40
Ava Benjamin Shorr: Mentorship, Career Evolution & Personal Work
Jun 22, 2023 – 00:46:52
Jon Bregel: Pursuit of Wellness in the Film Industry
Jun 15, 2023 – 00:56:48
Maria Rusche: Exploring the Visuals of Shiva Baby
Jun 8, 2023 – 00:47:48
Zen Pace: Unpacking Spirituality, Identity, & Creativity
Jun 1, 2023 – 00:40:19
David Kruta: Cinematography Salon Founder's Vision for the Future
May 25, 2023 – 00:50:00
The Importance of Community with Peter Pascucci & Oren Soffer
May 18, 2023 – 00:34:15
Welcome to the Cinematography Salon Podcast
May 14, 2023 – 00:01:04

Recent Reviews

matty bastos

Love this podcast!

The Cinematography Salon podcast has become a new favorite podcast of mine. Oren and Peter are great hosts pushing through thoughtful conversation, insightful information, and an overall experience that is easy to digest, connect with, and listen to. I’m thankful to have podcasts like these where incredible artists and seasoned professionals share about themselves and their work. It’s a gem!
08070605blo

Revolutionary!

Working professionals share how one can organize and overcome the emotional turmoil that is worn grotesquely as a badge of honor in the film industry.
Geoff George DP

Excellent conversations for cinematographers and filmmakers

As a longtime member of the Cinematography Salon, I have always valued the wealth of information, openness, and support the community and its members provide. It has been an invaluable resource as I have grown as a DP and person. For that reason, a podcast format is perfect for expanding upon the kind of conversations we’ve already been having in the Salon, but with much more depth and feeling. I love the honesty and perspectives of the conversations, the wide breadth of guests from different backgrounds, roles, and identities, and Oren and Peter are perfectly inquisitive and respectful hosts. Yes, this is a cinematography podcast at its core, but the themes and subjects are much broader and can apply to any artistic craft or role. Can’t wait to see what other guests come on to share their perspectives and experiences. Thanks CS!
Dawn @AbelCine

Zen

What a refreshingly unique podcast! Not only does this series touch on understanding the craft, but also on humanity and connectivity. These podcasts combine meaningful conversation, authenticity and inspiration. Well done! I’ll be back :-)
mikeymoves

Love it

My favorite podcasts are the ones that make you feel like you're part of a conversation between friends on a topic of interest. This podcast does that. Great production and topics. Love it.
DAMEY121

Love it!

Really enjoying the conversations happening here. Not just technical talk about whatever new project someone has done.
bolt_alec_jean

Excited for more

Just listened to the first intro episode and I think the types of conversations they hint at for the future bode well for people who are cinematographers who love listening to podcasts that feature conversations of depth and specificity. Can’t wait to hear everyone talk about lighting and lensing!