My specialization lies in
feature films, commercials, and Virtual Reality (VR/XR).
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Looking back, my childhood was a wild visual trip. I saw specific colors for certain objects, and the images of my surroundings imprinted during my thought processes. I wanted to get into film early on, but ended up behind the camera more by chance.
For me, film is an experiment: exploring questions, playing out scenarios, and constantly discovering something unusual and new visually.
I appreciate radical cinematic ideas and improvisation. I particularly enjoy immersing myself in another world with the characters, empathizing, and dancing with the camera. I find the appeal in omission and the beauty in reduction.
I gain access to the external perspective through the audience, which I find very enriching.
Since 2020 | Director of Photography / Cinematographer in the fields of feature film, commercials, and Virtual Reality (VR/XR) |
Since 2020 | Numerous productions as DoP / Cinematographer in stereoscopic Virtual Reality (VR) for CAVE applications of Viscon GmbH |
2021 | Bachelor of Arts - Film, specializing in Cinematography |
2017 - 2021 | Bachelor's degree in Film / Cinematography at ifs internationale filmschule köln |
2016 - 2017 | Training as a media designer for image and sound at »Deutsche Welle« |
2015 - 2016 | Minor film roles |
2015 | A levels |
2010 | Member of the youth ensemble at »Theas Theater« |
1995 | Born in Bensberg and raised in Overath |
»Johannes' art lies in bringing the essence of the characters to life on screen through his images. His visual style resonates with a poetry that stems from his deep empathy for the characters and life itself. Framing and movement are always the result of a clear decision he makes with regard to the project's vision. He shapes the visual language with exceptional dramaturgical precision and visual brilliance.«
»I really enjoy working with Johannes because he looks very closely and guarantees perfect quality. At the same time, he creates a good atmosphere on set in a charming way, is also open to undogmatic guerrilla methods during filming and thus achieves the best results. He has a wide range of filming experience and is always doing pioneering work. I am happy that I was able to win him over for 'Silent Disco', as his vision from the preparation on the mise-en-scène to post-production gave the project the essential polish.
»With a clear stance on story, principles of visual composition and a great openness to new genres and formats, Johannes approaches his projects with full energy. He thinks big, works in an interdisciplinary way and is confident in venturing into uncharted territory. He is an inspiring collaborator and companion.«
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Johannes Schmülling
Director of Photography
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Director of Photography
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+49 170 979 6000
hey@johannesschmuelling.com
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