Our movies are societal medication.
They are reflections of us and us of them.
Helping the other to provide context and meaning in this life and at times on untraveled roads.
”It all started with my father's Argus C2 35 mm rangefinder camera. At the age of nine, photography captured my imagination and began my lifelong fascination with the art and science of photography and filmmaking.
Gary MazeffaFilm Maker
”It all started with my father's Argus C2 35 mm rangefinder camera. At the age of nine, photography captured my imagination and began my lifelong fascination with the art and science of photography and filmmaking.
Gary MazeffaFilm Maker
I had the fortune of experiencing and working within the dramatic changes spanning from the era of light-reactive chemicals to the age of electronic photodetectors. The evolution was palpable, moving us from the tangible charm of slides and transparencies to the boundless realm of terabytes of storage space and computer-generated imagery.
While embarking on a successful career journey in business outsourcing and e-commerce, my commitment to the art of capturing life’s essence never wavered. Music videos, screenplays, and the frozen moments of still photography became my canvas. Through each medium, I strived to encapsulate the intricate emotions, the fleeting instants, and the unspoken stories that reside within the tapestry of existence.
The transition from chemical to digital was not just about the tools; it marked a transformation in perspective. The camera lens, whether aimed at a bustling cityscape or a solitary tree in a desolate field, became my conduit to connect with the world. My work aimed not to interpret but to mirror the world’s raw beauty and the multitude of human experiences.
In an era where images can be captured and shared in an instant, the challenge lay in sifting through the mundane and the superficial to reveal the genuine and the profound. It was this pursuit that fueled my creative spirit.
And so, as the pixels replaced the grains of film, and the digital realm expanded horizons, I found myself at the intersection of tradition and innovation. Navigating the currents of business and technology while staying anchored to the timeless expressions of art became my way of life.
In the flux of trends and the whirlwind of progress, my passion remained constant—to tell stories that resonate, to capture instants that endure, and to find the extraordinary within the ordinary. The journey continues, fueled by an unwavering dedication to extracting meaning and preserving fleeting fragments of existence through the lens, the written word, and the artistic soul.
I call my approach to picture production as Impressionist Filmmaking:
- Unconventional compositions
- Stronger saturation of colors
- Film/Movie is story subjective and open to interpretation
- Softer focus and edges
- Natural lighting
- Camera movement independent/unmotivated in relationship to the subject
- Low wide-angled long takes
- Describe (rather than interpret) emotions, sensations and impressions of a character
- Usage of symbolism
- Existentialist in form but with a backdrop of purpose and meaning to life
- Instrumental music
About Q2 Films – an indie production company.