February 2026

Cynthia Pusheck, ASC: Vision, Outreach and Inclusivity

This article appears in American Cinematographer's February 2026 issue. For full access to our archive, which includes more than 105 years of essential motion-picture production coverage, become a subscriber today. During a recent Board of Governors meeting, the ASC Awards Committee began its discussion about who was on the short list for the upcoming Presidents Award. The Society honors members selected for this recognition based on extraordinary dedication and service to the organization and the cinematography community. “There was this funny moment,” recalls Cynthia Pusheck, ASC, “where a couple people started turning to me.” It was then that she realized that she was being considered for this year’s award. “I was honored but also a...more