Slow Motion

My slow-motion cinematography isn't just about watching time stretch; it's about seeing the world in a new light. Whether it's a commercial, a music video, or any creative endeavor, I infuse an element of the fantastical, making the mundane look cool and the cool look downright magical.

I began my work with high-speed (aka slow motion) cameras in 2005 and founded HOLLYWOOD SPECIAL OPS in 2009.  We specialize in Phantom slow motion cameras along with experienced Phantom Operators and Phantom Techs, the best in the business.  Over the last 19 years, we were among the first in the world, always leading the charge, innovating new ways to make Phantom Cameras efficient on fast-paced modern film sets.

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MEDIA[BOX] is my friends and my boutique camera equipment rental house.  And it’s my toybox, full of the highest quality cameras and lenses in the world.  Media[box] manages all of my camera gear.

I began my work with high-speed (aka slow motion) cameras in 2005 and founded HOLLYWOOD SPECIAL OPS in 2009.  We specialize in Phantom slow motion cameras along with experienced Phantom Operators and Phantom Techs, the best in the business.  Over the last 19 years, we were among the first in the world, always leading the charge, innovating new ways to make Phantom Cameras efficient on fast-paced modern film sets.

HAMSTERVISION is my small production company.  Just for fun, when it’s useful.  My producing partners have shocking resumes and helped me to Executive Produce a surprising number of projects.  

In the realm of advertising video production, the marriage of slow-motion cinematography and explosive visuals becomes a dynamic force, redefining the very essence of impact. The deliberate slowing of time magnifies the details of every explosion, creating a mesmerizing dance of light, color, and texture.

Slow-motion cinematography transforms explosions into cinematic spectacles, turning ordinary moments into extraordinary narratives. In advertising, where seconds matter, this technique allows for an immersive exploration of products or concepts, leaving an indelible mark on the viewer's memory.

Slow-motion cinematography possesses a transformative power, especially when capturing the fluid elegance of liquids and the subtle ballet of nature. In advertising video production, this technique goes beyond mere visuals—it becomes a narrative enhancer.

Each droplet suspended in mid-air, every leaf gently unfurling, becomes a poetic moment, drawing the viewer into an immersive experience. The slow motion doesn't just depict; it amplifies, highlighting the intricate dance of elements in nature.

Slow motion cinematography and commercial video production by director of photography Drew Lauer for Jimmy Choo Illicit

Join us on a journey through the captivating world of slow-motion cinematography, where we freeze time to reveal the hidden elegance and drama in every moment. Discover how we turn the ordinary into the extraordinary, crafting videos that are not just cool – they're pure visual magic.

Let’s get cookin’.

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