Paul MacKay Lighting Cameraman at work

Paul Mackay | Director of Photography

I’ve always used my eyes. Not just to see but to feel the world around me. The way light dances, lingers and fades, compelling emotions and stirring imagination. I constantly am inspired by the my environment and the camera provides the vehicle for me to tell stories, provide experiences and to challenge reality.

Film making is the ultimate art form. It draws from collaboration and my role as a Cinematographer is rewarded constantly by the talents and skills of those around me. Together we can make an audience laugh, draw a tear or gasp in wonderment. I am always aware of how lucky we are.

I’ve been part of a Production that won a BAFTA in 2017 for ‘Home’, a Short Film that challenges the preconceptions about refugees with visceral dramatic effect. I also lensed ‘We The Kings’ my first Feature which went on to win the Best British Film at Raindance in 2018. Currently my second Feature ‘A Guide To Second Date Sex’ can be found playing on Sky Cinema.

Contact me: pmackay1@mac.com

Cell: 44 7958 770227