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Jordan Shankman
Director // Photographer

Jordan is an Atlanta-based photographer, cinematographer, and independent filmmaker. He was born in Atlanta, Ga and graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2012 with a B.F.A in Film and Television and a Minor in Cinema Studies.

His work has garnered recognition from The Telluride Film Festival, Rhode Island International Film Festival, The Nottingham International Film Festival, Kodak, Hasselblad and Ilford Photo.

His knowledge and dedication, methodical execution, and loyalty to his collaborators is the foundation and driving force behind his work.

As a photographer and filmmaker, I aim to provoke thought, spark conversations, and inspire positive change. I want to challenge preconceptions, invite empathy, and encourage viewers to engage with the world around them on a deeper level. I firmly believe that by shining a light on the struggles and triumphs of others, we can foster compassion and build bridges across cultures, fostering a more empathetic and inclusive society.

When capturing a still or moving image, or when directing a film, I take all the variables and elements into consideration and spend a great deal of time trying to see things in a less than literal way, and I firmly believe this to be essential and a key part of my process.

Dramatic skies and dark, textural tones are a trademark in my landscape photography, but can frequently be seen in my cinematography and street portraits in much the same way. I use a variety of tools to create my work, but I tend to favor vintage 35mm and Medium Format film cameras and Super 35mm digital cinema cameras with fast, prime lenses. 

The chaos and constant state of flux in the world I use to my advantage and would not be able to create what I do without it.”

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