Jon O’Brien is a Sunshine Coast Qld cinematographer who films on celluloid movie film.

He’s professionally trained and has his own 16mm and 35mm gear. He started at the age of 13, with Super 8.

Why shoot on film?

Because it’s warm and artistic.

Film has texture, richness, and unmistakable depth. If you really care about the image, shoot film.

Film has cinematic ‘true grit.’ It also has a dreamlike ability to effortlessly transport you to other worlds, and to other times.