April 22nd, 2024

Nova Spotlight: Colorists Vol 1

Colorists Dante Pasquinelli
Dante Pasquinelli
Dante Pasquinelli

Los Angeles, CA

Dante Pasquinelli discovered his passion for visual arts early on and honed his craft upon moving to Los Angeles, where he began his career as a post-production engineer. His breakthrough came as a colorist for the IFC series Stan Against Evil, which propelled him into working on acclaimed TV series for AMC and Netflix. Pasquinelli is known for his distinctive visual style, combining richly desaturated colors with gritty, atmospheric textures. His work often blends a retro glamour with a countercultural edge, creating a unique fusion of refined beauty and raw realism. DantePasquinelli is repped by Ethos Studios.

Colorists Avery Niles
Avery Niles
Avery Niles

Los Angeles, CA

Avery Niles is a Los Angeles based colorist. Founding his own color grading company at nineteen “Stained Studios”. Avery has collaborated with many different filmmakers and refined his own style and understanding of the narratives he aims to make. With over 200 projects under his name, he has colored everything from music videos, commercials, narrative films, and streaming projects for Warner Brothers and Apple TV. Also, working for the established studio Company 3, Avery has coordinated, communicated, facilitated, and assisted on work between high profile clients, artists, and producers for projects such as Joker, Top Gun: Maverick, Spider-Man Far From Home, and Euphoria 2.

Colorists Kaitlyn Battistelli
Kaitlyn Battistelli
Kaitlyn Battistelli

Los Angeles, CA

Kaitlyn Battistelli began her career as a runner at MPC after earning her degree from MassArt in Boston. While working as a receptionist at ETC, she developed a deep passion for color grading, inspired by the work of her colleagues. Recognized as a Shots Rising Star in 2018, Kaitlyn is celebrated for her vibrant and engaging color work across various media platforms. Her notable projects include music videos for 070 Shake’s Nice to Have, Joywave’s Obsession, Moses Sumney’s Cut Me, Ke$ha’s My Own Dance, and Bad Bunny’s Hablos Mañana and Pero Ya No. In the commercial realm, she has collaborated with brands such as Fender, Wrangler, and Lola. Kaitlyn is known for her collaborative approach, working closely with artists and creatives from the inception of a project to ensure that color enhances and advances the narrative. Kaitlyn Battistelli is repped by Ethos Studios.

Colorists Dylan Hageman
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Dylan Hageman

Los Angeles, CA

Dylan Hageman is a Los Angeles-based colorist & director who injects a jolt of creativity into every project he tackles. His work is a fusion of sleek visuals and vibrant storytelling, making him a standout in both the commercial and music video scenes. Dylan has made waves with striking campaigns for major brands like Nike, Puma, and Adidas, where his innovative approach turns ordinary visuals into unforgettable experiences. In the music world, he's collaborated with artists such as Travis Scott, A$AP Rocky, and Post Malone, creating music videos that are as dynamic and engaging as the artists themselves.

Colorists Joseph Bicknell
Joseph Bicknell
Joseph Bicknell

New York, NY

Joseph Bicknell’s vibrant passion for color practically leaps off the screen in his work on films, commercials, and episodic content. Known for his extraordinary ability to transform visuals, Joseph has added his signature flair to some seriously impressive projects. He’s the colorist behind the critically acclaimed feature All of Us Strangers, directed by Andrew Haigh and shot by Jamie D. Ramsay SASC, as well as the Oscar-nominated Living, directed by Oliver Hermanus and also shot by Ramsay.Joseph’s colorful touch extends to Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard winner How to Have Sex, directed by Molly Manning Walker with cinematography by Nicolas Canniccioni, and Sundance Jury Prize winner Nanny, directed by Nikyatu Jusu and shot by Rina Yang BSC. As a senior colorist at Company 3, Joseph continues to dazzle and redefine the art of color grading, making every frame pop with his distinctive style.