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The monthly online event series Sight, Sound & Story continues!
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Sight, Sound & Story - Making the Grade: Color Grading Commercials
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Inside Episode XXXXII: Join Nice Shoes Colorists Chris Ryan and Lenny Mastrandrea for an in-depth discussion on the art and evolution of color grading. Lenny shares his journey from film to digital, exploring advancements in grading technology while emphasizing the importance of skill over tools. Chris reflects on his career at Nice Shoes, touching on the creative and technical aspects of the craft. The conversation also addresses AI’s role in efficiency, personal project preferences, and concerns over creative rights and project ownership. Unique projects, including a standout Pluto TV piece, will be highlighted to showcase diverse grading techniques.
Moderator: Bob Caniglia (Director of Sales Operations for Blackmagic Designs, the Americas)
Panelists: Nice Shoes Colorists Lenny Mastrandrea and Chris Ryan
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When: Thursday, May 8, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
General Admission: FREE!
All registered attendees will receive a link and password for access on the day of the event approximately a half hour before 8:00 PM ET.
Panelists*:
Raised in a household with a love for film, Chris Ryan was immersed in the world of cinema from a young age and later discovered his lifelong passion for color in film and episodic content. Chris has become a vital collaborator for directors and cinematographers, bringing their imaginations to life on the screen. Chris is passionate about collaborating with artists to bring their visions to life on screen, cherishing the moment when months of hard work materialize into captivating visuals.
Lenny Mastrandrea’s father, a true craftsman, inspired him to perpetually create and evolve. One of his recent projects is Life’s Rewards, a scripted series for Amazon Prime Video. He has always embraced the potential of color, fashioning styles for content to find a unique look that enhances a story or brand. His passion as a colorist has never ceased, every day studying and experimenting with how color can impact the construction of a story.
Bob Caniglia began working in the film and television industry in 1985 as a part-time camera operator and editor on industrial videos. Bob finished school at night while working full time as a commercial producer/director at a local CBS affiliate. Eventually, Bob found himself in L.A. as an editor for The Disney Channel and 525 Post Production, later working on music videos for Prince, Madonna, and Michael Jackson. Bob also helped Gore Verbinski with his director demo reel, telling him that he would be a feature film director someday.
Leveraging his real-world industry experience, Bob made the transition to working with a variety of production and post-production manufacturers, including Panasonic, Quantel, Snell, DaVinci Systems, and Blackmagic Design, where he currently holds the position of Director of Sales Operations.
Ever the creative type, Bob is a professional comedian performing around the world under the stage name Bobby Zee. He also has a love for karaoke that just won't quit.
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