Team Deakins Wilson Webb - Still Photographer
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Jul 5, 2020 Guest Wilson Webb is a renowned still and set photographer known for his work on films like Marriage Story and Baby Driver. He shares insights into the delicate balance of meeting studio publicity needs while capturing the film's mood. Webb discusses tactics for photographing reluctant actors and maintaining rapport on set. He also explores the differences between shooting film and digital, revealing his preferred cameras for various tasks. With anecdotes about personal projects and the intricacies of the industry, he highlights the evolving landscape of photography in film.
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High-Profile Visits Require Fast Adaptation
- When Steven Spielberg visited Men in Black 3, Wilson had to shoot a low-light corner photo of him with Will Smith despite poor lighting.
- High-profile visits demand quick adaptability and working with whatever light exists on set.
Introduce Yourself And Respect Crew Hierarchy
- Introduce yourself early to actors and ask them to tell you if you're in their eyeline or bothering them.
- Be humble about the crew hierarchy: the film can be made without you, so avoid blocking essential shoots.
Influences From Willoughby To Penn
- Wilson cites Bob Willoughby and Greg Williams as major influences and also draws inspiration from painters and photographers like Irving Penn.
- He studies other on-set photographers to shape what and how he shoots behind the scenes.