Ava Berkofsky, ASC: The Journey from Art School and Documentary Filmmaking to Emmy Nominations

Ava Berkofsky, ASC, joins hosts Peter Pascucci and Ava Benjamin Shorr on the Cinematography Salon podcast to provide a view into their methodical approach to cinematography. They explore how their work aims to forge emotional connections between the subject and the viewer, particularly in their approach to lighting and composition in projects like HBO's Insecure. Ava also speaks candidly about their experiences as a non-binary cinematographer and how that informs their desire to create inclusive work environments, all the while adhering to the demands of studio film and television projects. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon. Ava Berkofsky’s Instagram | Website Peter Pascucci’s Instagram | Website Ava Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | Website This episode is sponsored by Sandisk, Laowa and Fujifilm, with special thanks to AbelCine.

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Tune in to the Cinematography Salon Podcast every other Thursday for an enlightening journey into the realm of cinematography, hosted by Peter Pascucci and Ava Benjamin Shorr. Drawing inspiration from the rebellious ethos of historic art salons, our show serves as a platform for emerging talents to both showcase their art and challenge the conventional boundaries of our craft. Through our podcast, we connect like-minded filmmakers and catalyze the exchange of resources, ideas, and wisdom in the cinematography community.