Derick Joe

I'm looking to get advice on how I would go about in getting a mentorship or apprenticeship with a cinematographer. I live in Austin, TX and have been working in the film/video industry for the past 15 years now. Most of my jobs have been as an editor, but I'm trying to transition into being a cinematographer. I've already DP'd several short films and shoot lots of corporate video which I'm great at. I'm self-taught mostly and am looking to take my skills to the next level and learn from an experienced cinematographer. I've heard of some people shadowing other cinematographers, but I'm not sure how to go about in getting in contact with them or approaching them about taking me on as an apprentice. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

David, how did you light the overall ambiance in the room? It wasn't all from those practical lamps on the bedside tables was it?