ASC Invites Educators to Propose 2019 Student Heritage Awards Nominees

ASC Invites Educators to Propose 2019 Student Heritage Awards Nominees

Submission rules and entry form now available and due by May 13 — with awards named for ASC members Richard H. Kline and Haskell Wexler.
 Inside Upcoming May Edition of American Cinematographer

Inside Upcoming May Edition of American Cinematographer

The next issue of AC — Vol. 100 No. 5 — arrives soon, featuring coverage on Peterloo, Black Mirror and the ASC’s visual effects experts as part of our Centennial celebration.
 The ASC’s Centennial Salute — Since January 8, 1919

The ASC’s Centennial Salute — Since January 8, 1919

Each month this year, American Cinematographer will shine a light on a different facet of the Society’s past and present to chronicle 100 years of Loyalty, Progress and Artistry.
 The ASC Welcomes Brad Shield as a New Active Member

The ASC Welcomes Brad Shield as a New Active Member

The Australian native has photographed features, television shows and 2nd-unit work. 
 Cinematography’s Biggest Night: 33rd Annual ASC Awards

Cinematography’s Biggest Night: 33rd Annual ASC Awards

Cold War, The Crown, Beyond, Patrick Melrose and Namme took top honors in this year’s ceremony recognizing excellence in motion-picture imaging.
 ASC Unveils List of 100 Milestone Films in Cinematography of the 20th Century

ASC Unveils List of 100 Milestone Films in Cinematography of the 20th Century

Throughout 2019, the Society will honor the best-photographed films of the 20th century, as voted on by ASC members. 
 Introducing the Leica M10-P “ASC 100 Edition”

Introducing the Leica M10-P “ASC 100 Edition”

The renown camera company honors the ASC’s centennial with a new model designed for use by cinematographers.
 ASC Master Class: On Film

ASC Master Class: On Film

A special session of the ongoing education program focuses on shooting with motion-picture stocks — ensuring that photochemical knowledge, expertise and creative passion is passed on to the next generation.
 ASC Welcomes James Laxton as New Active Member

ASC Welcomes James Laxton as New Active Member

The cinematographer is best known for his Academy and ASC Award-nominated work in Moonlight, and his followup project If Beale Street Could Talk.
 Attend Upcoming 2019 “Dialogue with ASC Cinematographers” Events

Attend Upcoming 2019 “Dialogue with ASC Cinematographers” Events

Two have been scheduled for this year so far, taking place on May 18 and June 1 in the Los Angeles area.

Celebrating 100 Years

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The ASC’s Centennial memorializes a vital part of Hollywood history that began in 1919, when a small group of cinematographers founded the motion-picture industry’s first professional organization. Learn more about this rich legacy and the ASC members responsible for bringing it to life.

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The ASC believes cinematographers and their fellow filmmakers should reflect the diverse population of the world at large, irrespective of gender, race, religion, economic status or orientation, and is committed to encouraging and providing advancement for the underrepresented.

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