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“When you’re doing a music video, it’s a lot more considered,” Spearing explains. “You can plan things and specific lighting set-ups, doing more considered shots. But I still like to do everything as cinematic as I can – that’s why I want to always have great lenses and ensure everything I do has that texture to it. “You have to scale it back, being light and nimble. During the show, I have to run around while in my head, I’m checking off the shots I need of Pink performing, the dancers, the crowd and more. I have to quickly move around the stadium and change lenses as fast as I can. Those two hours of the show are a sprint; you’re going non-stop and trying to get all these shots in.” The FX6/SP3 combination is almost tailor-made for that style of shooting, and Spearing appreciates the way CVP has worked with him to make it happen. “They know the industry very well – everyone is aware they’re the guys you go to because of their professionalism,” Spearing enthuses. “CVP is the top dog with their service and stock. They deal with everyone from individuals to huge companies, treating everyone equally. That’s a great service and I like that you always have someone (for me, it’s Philip) to speak to whenever you need assistance with anything. “I love camera gear, lenses and technology, so any time a camera comes out, I’m emailing Philip and saying, ‘Wow, this looks really cool’. He will give me more information and we chat about it. It’s a nice personal relationship in that sense. THEY KNOW THE INDUSTRY VERY WELL – EVERYONE IS AWARE THAT they’re the guys you go to ”
PRETTY IN PINK Spearing captured candid moments with a cinematic touch, showcasing the dynamic essence of the music icon’s journey with help from CVP
“They’re always keen to help you get gear, and if they can work out a discount for you, they will,” he elaborates. “They’re also quite loyal, which is nice. You feel as if you’re not just another customer; you’re somebody they value.” This summer, Spearing might be using the same kit combination out with Pink again and is also looking to use the SP3s on other projects. “I’m shooting a short film this year, which we’re probably going to shoot on my cinematographer friend’s Red V-Raptor. I’m looking forward to trying out these lenses with the RF mount, putting them onto a Red and seeing how they can hold up in a narrative environment,” he concludes.
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