From a Craigslist Canon to Cinematic Dreams: The Story of B.P. In this episode of Visual Intonation, we sit down with B.P., a Pasadena-born cinematographer and founder of BEARVISION Photography & Design. What began with a humble Canon T3i purchased off Craigslist turned into a multi-city journey through the lens—one that has taken him from Indiana arts festivals to feature films and high-profile collaborations with brands like Amazon, HOORAE, and Buzzfeed. B.P. shares how his early days in photography laid the groundwork for a career behind the camera that now spans narrative films, music videos, and branded content.No Film School, Just Vision Though he earned a degree in Computer Science, B.P. never saw ones and zeros—he saw frames, ratios, and light. With no formal training in film, he instead learned by doing, building BEARVISION into a platform that champions opportunity, creativity, and truth. His story is proof that passion, grit, and a good eye can take you just as far as a diploma. From being reposted by Saweetie to becoming an Associate Member of the Society of Camera Operators, B.P. recounts the moments that helped him level up—on set, and in life.A Production Day, The BEARVISION Way For B.P., a shoot doesn't start when the camera rolls—it starts weeks before with pre-production plans, call sheets, and crew coordination. Whether it's a music video in DTLA or a psychological thriller with an Emmy-winning director, he treats each set like family: honest communication, shared breakfast, and a stretch before action. He opens up about the gear he swears by, including his BPM Quarter filters and trusty production monitor, and why even a Cardellini Clamp deserves more love.Advice from the Trenches If you’re a young filmmaker wondering where to begin, B.P. offers this: be opportunistic. Don’t wait for a title or paycheck to prove your worth. He built his calling card on a passion project—Just Friends—that earned nothing upfront but opened every door that followed. Tune in to hear how BEARVISION became more than a brand—it became a movement, a team, and a testament to betting on yourself.Website: www.bearvisionpnd.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/bpedwardsdopLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bpedwards/Support the showVisual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante

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