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2018 DP Reel


Spring 2018 REEL from Kristin Whitely on Vimeo.


Artist Statement
Growing up, I always had a passion for film, but I didn’t know of anyone who made it a career. It was discouraging to want to do something, but not being able to talk to someone about it. I took a leap of faith. I knew the only thing that would make me happy is to chase my dreams of being a cinematographer one day. So I did, and I’m beyond blessed that God put me here at UA to start my journey.

Someone once said that understanding how to tell a story with a camera is one of the essential concepts of filming. Visual storytelling for me is an outlet to express myself. I love capturing nature at its finest. Although I have a lot to learn, I’m ecstatic to create works of art with meaning.

My dream is to one day have my name on the credits of a film. That’s what I’m aiming the most. Right now, it’s harder than I thought, but I won’t give up. Moving forward, I plan to continue the skills of a camera by discovering my creative filming style, while understanding and learning new techniques that will make me a better storyteller. I’m excited about the journey along the way.  Maybe you’ll see my name scrolling down in a theater near you someday.

Kristin

Comments

  1. Godfrey TorranceMay 2, 2018 at 6:56 AM

    That was beautiful. It felt like it would be the opening of Bright Star, the film about John Keats. you had a lot of "Romantic" shots (I like to compare them to literary eras), and overall it was awesome.

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  2. AnonymousMay 2, 2018 at 12:25 PM

    I like your work and your style of shots. I think you have potential so keep working! well done

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  3. AnonymousMay 2, 2018 at 3:19 PM

    The two shots at the beginning were amazing! They were really beautiful and had an interesting perspective that we don't normally see.

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  4. AnonymousMay 2, 2018 at 3:52 PM

    The music really fit with the emotion of the scenes. The first few shots were beautiful and it had some great coverage.

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  5. AnonymousMay 2, 2018 at 7:40 PM

    Wow! I really liked all of the close up shots, especially the opening one. I think your music really complemented the shots and it was very enjoyable to watch. You did a great job!

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  6. AnonymousMay 3, 2018 at 7:49 AM

    I noticed that you have a love for close up shots. The scene with the ants crawling around is my favorite. Everything is clear and in focus.

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  7. AnonymousMay 3, 2018 at 7:53 AM

    The close-up shot of the ants crawling was so cool! Also, your opening shot of the sunlight through trees was stunning. You really show a passion and love for the camera in your shots and I can't wait to see what else you create!

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