Get ready to be blown away by the visually stunning footage in Blade Runner 2049! Cinematographer Roger Deakins designed a massive lighting rig to capture the perfect atmosphere for the film. In this article, we’ll take a look back at Deakins’ previous work with ring lights and how he built the rig for Blade Runner 2049. Plus, we’ll explore how he shot the film and share some tutorials so you can create your own Blade Runner-inspired looks. But first, let’s talk about those ring lights. Deakins’ signature tool has grown bigger and bigger with each film, and we’ve got the inside scoop on how he creates them. Then, we’ll dive into the naturalistic look of Blade Runner 2049 and how Deakins and director Denis Villeneuve achieved it. With a lighting crew of 20 and a massive package of 256 ARRI 300-watt Fresnels, the team created a stunning sun and shadow simulation. Check out the images and videos to see the lighting in action!Get ready to dive into the world of Blade Runner 2049 and learn how cinematographer Roger Deakins created some of the film’s most iconic scenes. In a forum post, Deakins revealed the lighting setup used for the circular room scene, where he used 300-watt Fresnel lamps to focus the light in a specific area while still maintaining a soft effect. And let’s not forget about the beautiful water reflections on the surrounding walls, which were achieved with 10K Fresnel lamps. Deakins even shared his lighting diagrams for the set, which were entirely lit by ARRI SkyPanels. If you’re looking to recreate some of the film’s looks yourself, check out these tutorials on creating the desert look and replicant eyes. And for more on Deakins’ work, be sure to check out our other articles.Get ready to learn from the best in the business! ARRI’s 100th anniversary celebration includes interviews with the most legendary DPs, cinematographers, and lighting technicians. And who better to learn from than the master cinematographer himself, Roger Deakins? Check out his top 10 tips for mastering the art of cinematography in this exclusive interview. Plus, don’t miss the embedded video where Deakins shares even more insights and inspiration. Get ready to take your cinematography skills to the next level!
