Why a Mindset Matters More than the gear
at university, the earliest cameras i used took DV tapes.
The footage wasn't high-resolution, and the process of transferring it was often temperamental, with the constant risk of dropped frames or corrupted tapes. It was a world of limitations, and it taught me a fundamental lesson: every minute of footage was valuable.
Because of these constraints, I learned to be incredibly deliberate with my work. There was no room for endless takes or careless, sloppy shots. I had to think carefully before pressing record. It wasn't just about having a camera; it was about making the most of what I had. The low resolution forced me to focus on strong composition and lighting, ensuring the visuals were compelling even without pristine sharpness. The limited tape time taught me to plan meticulously, visualising the entire sequence in my head before I ever started shooting.
This experience gave me a clear perspective that still guides me today. It taught me that a filmmaker's true value isn't in the expensive gear they hold now, but in the creative and resourceful mindset they developed back then. That discipline of being intentional with every frame, of solving problems on the fly, and of making a powerful statement with limited resources—that's the real craft.
I've now moved on to using sharp, high-resolution cameras, and the technology is a far cry from those old tapes. But the fundamentals remain the same. The principles of deliberate planning, careful composition, and problem-solving are still the foundation of my work. The tools have changed, but the core skills needed to create something impactful have not.
When you hire a filmmaker, you aren't just paying for a gear list. You’re paying for that deliberate composition, the resourcefulness to overcome unexpected issues, and the problem-solving skills that were developed long before the first high-resolution camera. This mindset ensures that when challenges arise, the focus remains on the message, not the technical hurdles.
That's why I'm ready to bring that same focus and skill to your message, not just the hardware. I believe that your story deserves to be told with the intentionality and passion that comes from this hands-on, problem-solving approach.
