
Still Photography is Focus of New May AC
Special issue highlights visual stories told in a single frame.
Our May 2024 issue of American Cinematographer presents a special focus on ASC members’ still photography; coverage of the nominees for the inaugural ASC Music Video Award; a photographic recap of the 38th Annual ASC Awards; and a look at the art of on-set still photography.

Inside:
President’s Desk: ASC President Shelly Johnson discusses ways in which still photography has informed his work ethic and instincts.
AC presents three galleries of Society members’ still photography: People, Places and Still Life.



Cinematographers Jon Joffin, ASC; Scott Cunningham, ASC; and Andrey Nikolaev discuss working on their ASC Award-nominated music videos: Jon Bryant’s “At Home” (Joffin), Little Simz’s “Gorilla” (Cunningham) and Cassie Marin’s “Tanto” (Nikolaev).
A photoessay celebrating the 38th Annual ASC Awards shines a light on a festive weekend.
Shot Craft: A look at the skills and approaches that help create good set photography, including examples and tips.

Wrap Shot: Threshold, a still by Alice Brooks, ASC.
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