Senior colorist Walter Volpatto has joined Picture Shop’s worldwide talent roster. Volpatto is well known for his work on Oscar®-winning films such as Peter Farrelly’s “Green Book” and Christopher Nolan’s “Dunkirk,” as well as Gina Prince-Blythewood’s acclaimed drama “The Woman King,” and Rian Johnson’s blockbuster “Star Wars: Episode VIII–The Last Jedi.”
Cara Sheppard, president of Picture Shop, said of Volpatto, “His artistry and versatility make him a unique collaborator, and we are thrilled to have his perspective and experience on our team.”
Volpatto has received nominations from the Hollywood Professional Association for Outstanding Color Grading awards for “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty” (2023), “Sweet Tooth” (2021) and “Green Book” (2019). He also earned FilmLight Color Award nominations for “Winning Time” (2022, 2023). His wide-ranging credits include such memorable features as “Hustlers,” “Red Notice,” “Moonfall,” “Rampage,” “Interstellar,” “San Andreas,” “Bad Moms,” “Independence Day: Resurgence,” and “The Master.”
Prior to joining Picture Shop, Volpatto worked at Company 3. His over 20 years of industry experience also includes a tenure at FotoKem.
Volpatto stated, “I am looking forward to collaborating on amazing projects with the outstanding global team at Picture Shop.”
In addition to its Los Angeles facilities, Picture Shop locations include New York, Toronto, and Vancouver with international locations in the U.K. that include London, Manchester, Bristol, Wales and Pinewood Studios.
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