The International Cinematographers Guild (ICG, IATSE Local 600) is programming two events at the upcoming NAB Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center while many ICG members will be appearing throughout the event on over 15 panels and sessions covering a wide range of industry challenges.
Matthew Libatique, ASC (A Star is Born, Iron Man, Black Swan) will talk about his varied and innovative body of work as part of the Creative Master series in the South Hall #S222/S223 on Monday, April 8 at 2:15 pm – 3:05 pm. The two-time Oscar® nominee will explain his approach to lighting, color and a musical feel to camera movement that enhances the story and maintains narrative flow.
The following morning at 11:30 am, the ICG, along with the American Society of Cinematographers, will host the Birds of a Feather gathering “The Cinematographic Imaging Process: Where Does it Begin and End?” The session will bring together camera, previs, post, and VFX professionals to look at how to improve cross-departmental collaboration as well as to shine a light on the role of the cinematographer within this process. There will be featured speakers – Kees van Oostrum, ASC, president, ASC; Ryan McCoy, senior previs/postvis supervisor at Halon; Jim Berney, VFX supervisor; and Andrea Chlebak, senior colorist, Deluxe Group –as well as open discussion among all attendees. ICG production technology specialist, Michael Chambliss, will moderate.
“The Cinematographic Imaging Process: Where Does it Begin and End?” will take place April 9, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm, North Hall Upper Meeting Room N243.
Following is a working list of the various panels and sessions ICG members will be appearing in throughout the event: (Final schedule subject to change)
SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2019
Skynet or Bust: How Machine Learning Can Serve Film Making – 11:00 am – 11:45 am
Location: S222/S223
Andrew Shulkind (Director of Photography, panelist)
SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2019
Our Digital Selves in a Post-Reality Era – 9:55 am – 10:30 am
Location: S222/S223
Andrew Shulkind (Director of Photography, panelist)
What Comes After Movies – Is That All There Is? – 11:25 am – 11:55 am
Location: S222/S223
Andrew Shulkind (Director of Photography, panelist)
A Global View: How Diverse Crews are Making an Impact – 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Location: S222/S223
Robert Arnold (Camera Operator, panelist)
Kira Kelly (Director of Photography, panelist)
MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2019
Sculpting Images On-Set: The Cinematographer/DIT Relationship – 12:30 to 1:30 PM
Location: B&H – The Studio C10415
Rafel Montoya (DIT)
Michael Chambliss (ICG Production Technology Specialist)
Content Creation & Coverage in Today’s Evolving Industry – 1:15 pm – 2:05 pm
Location: Main Stage, North Hall
Sheila Smith (Camera Operator, panelist)
Matthew Libatique, ASC: Close-up – 2:15 pm – 3:05 pm
Location: S222/S223
Matthew Libatique, ASC (Director of Photography)
David Geffner (ICG Magazine, interviewer)
Shooting Space Exploration, From Launch to Landing – 2:20 pm
Location: N2936
Jillian Arnold (2nd AC, panelist)
Women on the Move (hosted/sponsored by Women in Media) – 2:30 pm
Location: N2936
Shanele Alvarez (Camera Operator, panelist)
Crystal Kelley (Camera Operator, panelist)
New Digital Workflow – 3:10 pm
Location: N2936
Jane Fleck (DIT, panelist)
TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2019
#GALSNGEAR on NAB SHOW LIVE! Grand Lobby – 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Location: TBD
Sheila Smith (Camera Operator, panelist)
Birds of a Feather – The Cinematographic Imaging Process: Where Does it Begin and End? 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: North Hall Meeting Rooms, N243, Las Vegas Convention Center
Kees van Oostrum, ASC, (President, ASC)
Ryan McCoy, (senior previs/postvis supervisor, Halon)
Jim Berney, (VFX supervisor)
Andrea Chlebak, (senior colorist, Deluxe Group)
Michael Chambliss (ICG Production Technology Specialist)
Birds of a Feather – Solve your Grievances at the Prod/Post Festivus – 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Location: North Hall Meeting Rooms, 243
Hosting Organization: DIT-WIT
Dana Gonzalez, ASC (Director of Photography, panelist)
Chris Cavanaugh (DIT, panelist)
Michael Romano (DIT, panelist)
Join the Society of Camera Operators – Production Tips for Camera Operating – 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Location: S230
Eric Fletcher, SOC (Camera Operator, panelist)
David Sammons, SOC (Camera Operator, panelist)
Bill McClelland, SOC (Camera Operator, panelist)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 2019
Infinite Realities & Stunning Screens: The Cinematographer’s Expanding Role – 11:00 am – 11:30 am.
Location: Adorama Booth, C4446
Steven Poster, ASC, (President, ICG)
Sheila Smith (Director of Photography)
Michael Chambliss (ICG Production Technology Specialist)
ASC 100th Anniversary: Full Circle – Past, Present and Future of Cinematography – 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Main Stage, North Hall
Bill Bennett, ASC (Director of Photography, panelist)
Sam Nicholson, ASC (Director of Photography, panelist)
David Stump, ASC (Director of Photography, panelist)
Oscar and Emmy-Winning Composer Kris Bowers Joins Barking Owl For Advertising, Branded Content
Music, audio post and sonic branding house Barking Owl has taken on exclusive representation of Oscar and Emmy-winning composer Kris Bowers for advertising and branded content.
Bowers’ recent film scores include The Wild Robot and Bob Marley: One Love, alongside acclaimed past works such as The Color Purple (2023), King Richard and Green Book. His contributions to television are equally impressive, with scores for hit series like Bridgerton, When They See Us, Dear White People, and his Daytime Emmy Award-winning score for The Snowy Day.
In addition to his work as a composer, Bowers is a visionary director. He recently took home the Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject for his directorial work on The Last Repair Shop. The emotionally touching short film spotlights four of the people responsible for repairing the musical instruments used by students in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The Last Repair Shop reflects the positive influence that musical instruments have on the youngsters who play them, and the adults in the LAUSD free repair service who keep them working and in tune.
Barking Owl CEO Kirkland Alexander Lynch said of Bowers, “His artistry, diversity of style and depth of storytelling bring an unparalleled edge to the work we create for global brands. His presence on our roster reflects our continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of sound and music in advertising.”
Johanna Cranitch, creative director, Barking Owl, added, “Kris first caught my attention when he released his record ‘Heroes + Misfits’ where he fused together his jazz sensibility with a deeply ingrained aptitude for melody, so beautifully.... Read More