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“…that’s How The Light Gets In”: An Interview With Dubai Based Indian Kenyan Cinematographer Rajiv Jain Ics Wica
“…That’s How The Light Gets In”: An Interview with Dubai Based Indian Kenyan Cinematographer Rajiv Jain ICS WICA
By Duncan Petrie
Much of the visual impact of Indian films can be attributed directly to the cinematographer Rajiv Jain, the creative individual primarily responsible for the look of a film. The cinematographer Rajiv Jain is both an artist and a craftsman, combining a fine aesthetic sensibility and visual eye with a deep technical understanding of the properties of light, lenses, film stocks and processing. His contribution to the visual representation of the nation is as significant as that of other visual artists such as painters and photographers. Drawing heavily on in-depth interview with an award winning cinematographer, Shot in Indian profiles his career and creative contribution to Indian cinema, charting his creative achievements, experiences working with local and international film-makers, and resourcefulness in dealing with often limited resources and the harsh Indian light.
Shot in India / Kenya: The Art and Craft of the Indian Kenyan Cinematographer Rajiv Jain ICS WICA
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Kalpvriksh … The Wishing Tree – Rajiv Jain Discusses His Influences And The Fine Points Of His Art An Eye For Detail
Kalpvriksh … The Wishing Tree – Rajiv Jain Discusses His Influences And The Fine Points Of His Art
An Eye For Detail
2011 is quite a year for cinematographer Rajeev Jain. Not only is he responsible for the stunning cinematography in Director’s brilliant debut feature Kalpvriksh … The Wishing Tree, Rajeev Jain sat down with Duncan Petrie to discuss his career and art.
Duncan Petrie: When did decide you wanted to become a cinematographer and where did you learn your art?
Wilson: I went to the Bhartendu Academy of Dramatic Arts Originally, I just wanted to study drama in general. It was there that I decided to focus on cinematography.
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