In Love with the Process Podcast

In this episode, host Mike Pecci talks about how he approaches lighting for film and photography. He challenges the listener to change the way they see light in everyday situations and urges young filmmakers to start cataloging emotional moments and how the lighting looked like during them. For young filmmakers and photographers, you can expect to walk away with some great insights and lighting tricks and tips. If you are a movie fan, get ready to have your eyes opened a bit more to how those gorgeous movie sequences are created. You know the deal. Grab your noise cancelling headphones…sit back…relax….and enjoy the new episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS.Sponsored byPuget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocessPuget Systems Consultation: https://www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-Labs-Consultation-Service-101?Rule Boston Camera: www.rule.com/Quasar Science: www.quasarscience.com/Music by CODE ELEKTRO: www.codeelektro.com/Support our show by signing up for a 30 free trial at www.audibletrial.com/InLoveWithTheProcess Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, host Mike Pecci has a deep conversation with director Zach Merck (from the RIDLEY SCOTT CREATIVE GROUP)about the power of opening up and sharing with other directors. Zach started his career as an assistant to the legendary Tony Scott. He then went on to direct music videos for bands like Converge and Shadows Fall. You all have seen his commercial work. Do you know those Chevy ads with real people being asked questions about Chevy trucks that are coming out of the floor or reveal from behind a huge hangar door? Yup Zach directs all of those. This is a fantastic look into the life of a working director who is willing to let us in and see his process!Check out Zach's work at https://www.zachmerck.com/@zachmerck and @dawnofnostalgia for his movie poster collection (it's awesome!)Sponsored by Puget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocessPuget Systems Consultation: https://www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-Labs-Consultation-Service-101?Rule Boston CameraMusic by CODE ELEKTRO: www.codeelektro.com/Support our show by signing up for a 30 free trial at www.audibletrial.com/InLoveWithTheProcess Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here it is gang! The show you have been filling our inbox with requests for! “12KM” & “WHO’s THERE” cinematographer David Kruta sits down with long time collaborator Mike Pecci and together they discuss the importance of a director and cinematographer love affair. The two discuss Kruta’s start in the business, how to find a cinematographer, lens choices and the overall art of visual story telling. It’s the kind of conversation you wish American Cinematographer would publish. Pecci also addresses fan questions from @inlovewiththeprocesspod on Instagram.Follow @dkruta & @mikepecci on Instagram to see shots from their sets.Check out the trailer for WHO’s THERE: https://vimeo.com/302927610Check out the trailer for 12KM: https://vimeo.com/258319449Sponsored byPuget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocessPuget Systems Consultation: https://www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-Labs-Consultation-Service-101?Rule Boston Camera: www.rule.com/Quasar Science: www.quasarscience.com/Music by CODE ELEKTRO: www.codeelektro.com/Support our show by signing up for a 30 free trial at www.audibletrial.com/InLoveWithTheProcess Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join host Mike Pecci as he goes on a Bar Safari in San Fransisco! What is a Bar Safari? Well, the rules are simple; Find the most run down dive bar in the city, go and talk to the bartender and have them give you a list of their favorite watering holes in town. Have one drink and or one food item per spot. Slowly make your way through your beer-soaked treasure map making sure to constantly verify the list with other patrons, bartenders, and poets along the way. Adventuring along with Pecci in this episode are drinking buddies Matt Bach, Eric Brown and Chris Shreve from Puget systems. Together the guys talk about how fun it is to travel for work and the crazy situations they often find themselves in.Sponsored byPuget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocessPuget Systems Consultation: https://www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-Labs-Consultation-Service-101?Rule Boston Camera: www.rule.com/Music by CODE ELEKTRO: www.codeelektro.com/Support our show by signing up for a 30 free trial at www.audibletrial.com/InLoveWithTheProcess Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Photographer Heather McGrath takes the time to get real about what it takes to survive in a world of cutthroat competition and plummeting budgets. Host Mike Pecci digs deep into her past as a photographer’s assistant, digital retoucher and all around adrenaline junkie. Whether she is jumping fences or hanging off race boats, Heather knows how to get an amazing shot and inspire us along the way. If you are a young photographer looking for advice on how to price out your work, find your inspiration or just connect with other photographers…this is the episode for you! Check out http://heathermcgrath.comSponsored byPuget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocessPuget Systems Consultation: https://www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-Labs-Consultation-Service-101?Rule Boston Camera Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you noticed all of these online courses, master classes, and tutorials that promise to help you get clients? They seems to be all that is in our instagram feed lately. "If you buy our APP you will become a better filmmaker!" "We have the secret to you finally being able to make money!" Mike gives his opinion on the recent rise of what he refers to as "snake oil salesman" that prey our your insecurities as an artist. He also talks with Taylor Thum, a talented film student that has to interview a working industry professional for her class assignment. They discuss film school, documentaries, on set experience and how to get solid filmmaking experience. Loaded with brutal honesty, this episode is a must for young filmmakers or students thinking about going to film school. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Pecci sits down with Mark Anastasio the program manager at the famous Coolidge Corner Theatre. They talk about cult horror films, independent movie houses; 35mm print collectors and midnight screenings. Are you a film buff? Ever wondered how theatres get 35mm prints of old films? Have you ever been to a midnight screening? Are you looking for a must watch cult film list? If any of those answers are yes, then prepare yourself for one hell of an episode!Sponsored byPuget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocessPuget Systems Consultation: https://www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-Labs-Consultation-Service-101?Rule Boston Camerarule.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN from In Love with the process!In this episode, Mike gets really nerdy about his love for illustrated movie posters and chats with guest artist Matt Griffin. Matt recently did the amazing poster art for Pecci’s new film WHO’S THERE? and has created most of the special covers for Arrow’s Bluray releases. If you are looking for motivation, inspiration, and a reason to keep following your dreams…this is the episode for you!Check out Matt's work here: https://www.mattgriffin.online/Sponsored byPuget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocessPuget Systems Consultation: https://www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-Labs-Consultation-Service-101?Rule Boston Camera: www.rule.com/Music by CODE ELEKTRO: www.codeelektro.com/Support our show by signing up for a 30 free trial at www.audibletrial.com/InLoveWithTheProcess Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the first EXCLUSIVE CONTENT episode this is only available at http://www.mikepecci.com/inlovewiththeprocess/ for $5.50. After you purchase the episode, you will be redirected to a secret link to listen to the show. In this episode, Mike continues his lunch with director of photography Anthony Jarvis. The two talk about managing your funds as a freelancer and staying sane during the offseason. Jarvis has shot quite a few of Pecci's films including TDCBD, MOPED KNIGHTS, and Killswitch Engage's ALWAYS music video. The episode is the closest thing to actually having lunch with these two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, host Mike Pecci talks about his recent trip through Italy and the release of the teaser for his new film WHO'S THERE? For the first time ever, Mike broadcasts live on Instagram during the episode and answers fan questions. Topics include: The new Halloween film, commercial directing, found footage movies and the power of social media.Sponsored byPuget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocessPuget Systems Consultation: https://www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-Labs-Consultation-Service-101?Rule Boston Camerarule.com/Spiffy Gearspiffygear.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.