Katie Hepfinger

I'm making a dark comedy about the human condition, and how over analysis can make or break you. I'm still finishing the screenplay and plan on Directing the film. However, I need a Director of Photography to achieve the specific aesthetic I'm looking for. Unfortunately I don't have enough DOP knowledge to give examples of what I'm looking for. But I know, in my head, what I want to achieve. When I think about it, I'm very attracted to the aesthetic seen in the movie, "Once". Here's a link of that movie so you understand: So just send me a link to your reel, or post it on this thread! I'll definitely be interested! And if you don't live in Michigan, don't hesitate to post either! :)

I thought your reel was brilliant! The length was good, in my opinion, and I sense a lot of good lighting effect in terms of "Film Noir". I kept thinking I was seeing an updated version of Blade Runner lol. It was sweet.

lol Damn! I need to find someone with similar talent out here in lil' old michigan!

hahaha That's always possible! I'm looking into possible grants right now, hopefully I can get one and make this project with some quality people who I can pay as well.

I think your reel is marvelous! I think the music works very well with it!

I love it! :) You have some real talent. I would totally be interested in you for my short film I'm shooting soon. It'll be my first attempt at directing, however, and the insight of a great DoP would be helpful.

I guess if I had like a thousand arms, I could do it all by myself. lol I need to hire someone, or find someone willing to do it for free. It's gonna be hard, but in the end you guys make a good point...It'll be worth it. ;)

You are amazing. That answer was everything I needed. :) Fabulous. Btw, I'm trying to get into Cinematography (at least the basics) because I'm too cheap to hire anyone skilled enough to help me for my Independent Film. :( So I'm trying to learn all I can in order to cut back on my budget and what not. Is this wise?

I'm making my first film this spring for a local film fest. I'm a newly decided cinema studies major and can't decide whether or not it's worth it to purchase a camera, or rent one. Regardless, what's a quality camera with good sound quality and light? Also, where would I rent one if I chose to rent? Thanks! ;)