“Capturing Life in 360,” with Guest, Co-Founder of Radiant Images, and One of the Cinematography Industry’s Most Knowledgeable, Inventive and Passionate Technologists in 2D, 3D, AR, VR and Beyond, Michael Mansouri; and Musical Guest, Eclectic, Electric, Singer / Songwriter, Violinist, Maesyn, on The LIFE CHANGES Show
Guest: MICHAEL MANSOURI and Musical Guest: MAESYN
MICHAEL MANSOURI
Prestigious honor recognizes Mansouri’s technical expertise, passion and forward-thinking mindset in digital cinematography
Radiant Images Co-Founder Michael Mansouri has been selected by the
American Society of Cinematographers as an ASC Associate Member of the
prestigious organization.
The ASC Board of Governors voted to extend membership to Mansouri in recognition of his technical expertise, passion and creativity in the field of digital cinematography.
Mansouri, 46, of Los Angeles, is a professional cinematographer,
digital imaging technician and camera operator who has earned a
reputation as one of the most knowledgeable, inventive and passionate
technicians in 2D and 3D digital cinema.
His forward-thinking mindset, combined with a determination to simplify digital cinema technology, has established LA-based Radiant Images as the go-to rental house for filmmakers looking to stretch the boundaries of digital cinema. Mansouri and his team specialize in removing limits and finding solutions, often by designing and building custom rigs and gear – even new cameras – to help cinematographers achieve their vision without compromise.
The ASC is the oldest motion-picture society in the world and is
considered the most highly respected educational, cultural and
professional organization in the film industry. Membership into the ASC
is a “mark of honor and distinction based on merit” and is possible by
invitation only. Associate members are invited to join based on their
significant contributions to the art and craft of motion pictures. Today
the ASC has approximately 360 distinguished members (including the
industry’s most well-known, skilled cinematographers) and 200 associate
members who collectively dedicate their time, expertise and passion to
the ASC mission.
Mansouri was nominated by Vilmos Zsigmond, ASC, and Frederic Goodich,
ASC, who provided the ASC Board of Governors with letters of
recommendation that were then sent out to the entire membership for
final approval.
In his letter of recommendation, Zsigmond, ASC, who won an Academy Award for Close Encounters of the Third Kind,
said that he has worked closely with Mansouri over the years and is
most impressed by his deep knowledge of digital technology.
“Michael was one of the first to experiment with innovative HD and 3D
technology and he went the extra mile by personally demonstrating how
to make best use of his state-of-the-art camera features. He was always
eager to lend advice and help, always knowledgeable and professional in
his service,” Zsigmond wrote. “When we needed to run lens and camera
tests with new digital equipment,