Lighting and visual storytelling master cinematographer Rob Draper, ACS (Creepshow, Halloween 5, and Tales from the Crypt) sits down with In Love with the Process podcast host Mike Pecci and discusses the influence fine art has had on his career. He talks about the power of shooting documentaries early in your career, and gives tips to younger cinematographers on not only how to get work but also where to look for inspiration. Get ready to learn the stark differences between filmmaking and creating content, and learn how to become a tool for the story.

There is an old saying that it takes 10,000 hours of dedicated practice to become a master of anything, that it takes about 8 years before you are recognized for your work. If those statistics are right, then your main motivation has to be for something more than just the end goal How do you make it through this long and uncertain journey?

Director Mike Pecci has a conversation with his new assistant David Apostolides and gives advice on how to get started in film business.

Listen to the first episode of the In Love with the Process podcast with filmmaker Mike Pecci