Damon Self | Filmmaker

@damonselfs

Founder of @nomadcinematics Building @cinefypro - Ai Tools for filmmakers Faith. Film. Purpose.
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LUST - @josef.wilkins_ This was such a special project to be apart of. So many great creatives met to collaborate and work on something that tells a true message. I am grateful I got to gaff this film & finally work with some of these all stars. Let’s get to work! Starring 💫 @josef.wilkins_ @asleanjflorence @mina.wavii @only1coolkidking @kaylaneann @callme.riahbaby @wowbrayden @_edwardtaylor @bpeezyyy @adoreewit @gabriellaeunoia @siangaujah_ @lil.doll_xx Creative Director: @jvisi.on @soljvv BTS photography: @joeboatmanphoto Gaff: ⚡️ Sound Mixers: @darlyn.mc @brandon0rtiz_10 DP: @midnightvisualzz
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27 days ago
STILLS from a @puma SPEC I DP’d this year! Shot on @sonycine w/ @blazarlens.official FX9 FX6 FX3 Thanks for everyone that worked on it!! Producers: @therealdanieljefferson @thedavonsmith @cameron.miles1 Directors @therealdanieljefferson @cameron.miles1 AD: @hadleyschaffer DP : @damonself_ Cam ops: @tyus.mov @bestbeleiv Gaffer: @dean.cr2 Sound Tech: Richard Harris Composer: @farmormike Thanks to @notyouraverageminister for letting us use your gym!! Actors @thedavonsmith @aspenkennedy @traymilz #cinematography #spec @nomadcinematics
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1 year ago
#IWYCSL “Just keep shooting, don’t stop shooting.” #FX6 #blazaranamorphics Dir: @josephcastlemanmc DP: 🔆 1st AC: @hahagazpacho 2nd AC: @darlyn.mc 1st AD: @gracieelizabethh99 2nd AD: @michaeldrenckpohl Script supervisor: @kris.drew PA: @grantgarrett326 Gaffer: @quigglevision Key Grip: @themattparks Grip: @nick.whitmire Art Dir: @erinm.ckinney Sound Mixer: @brandon0rtiz_10 BTS: @isamediaa
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7 months ago
How to make them look OFFICIAL 👇 Most interviews don’t feel cinematic because filmmakers focus too much on the subject… and not enough on the frame around them. A few small changes can completely change how professional your interviews feel: • Stop centering every subject Give them looking room and negative space. The frame should feel intentional, not symmetrical by default. • Create depth Separate your subject from the background. Foreground elements, distance from the wall, and layered composition instantly make interviews feel more cinematic. • Light with motivation Instead of blasting light directly at someone, ask yourself: where is the light naturally coming from? Window light, lamps, and motivated direction create realism. • Shoot b-roll with purpose Your b-roll shouldn’t just “look cool.” It should answer questions: Who is this person? What do they do? What matters to them? That’s what turns interviews into storytelling instead of just coverage. Save this before your next interview shoot! #filmmaking #cinematography #interview
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2 days ago
Rebranded in 2 weeks and this happened… Slowly starting to feel more comfortable behind the camera. Especially with the support from you all! It’s actually been super fun & im just along for the ride baby! #cinematography #filmmaking #rebrand
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5 days ago
Another commercial down 🎥 📸: @amfkfilms 📸: @damonselfs
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8 days ago
3 shots 🎥 #filmmaking #setlife #documentaryproduction
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13 days ago
Most Filmmakers are afraid of this… Silence😩 What is something you’re actually afraid of… #cinematography #filmmaking #cinematographer #filmset
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20 days ago
Yeah… your location may NOT be the problem… Comment ‘Light’ to receive a PDF I can send straight to you! #cinematography #filmmaking #cinematographer
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25 days ago
Share your story! Aren’t you tired of letting comparison and fear run your mind? Well I was too. Opinions don’t pay the bills baby! Go get it. #inspire #cinematic #filmmaking
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1 month ago
No hobbies here👀 When you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life! #cinematography #filmmaking
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1 month ago
If you know about sound, you know… Bad audio can definitely take a toll on your beautiful footage. I’m speaking from experience! Comment the gear that has taken your game to the next level! #cinematography #filmmaking
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1 month ago