Teaser — Istanbul International Artfair 2025
(Cinematic Documentary Project by Kat Eisenhut)
(Cinematic Documentary Project by Kat Eisenhut)
A visual reflection on presence and art.
This teaser was filmed during the Istanbul International Artfair 2025 as part of a larger cinematic documentary project that explores how art and human presence interact within curated spaces.
Rather than capturing the event as a report, the focus lies on atmosphere, rhythm, and emotional texture — on what happens in between the official moments.
Shot entirely on a minimalist travel setup, the project embraces intuition, observation, and the subtle choreography between artist, space, and viewer.
Moments of stillness within motion.
Observation replaces direction.
A gesture says more than an interview ever could.
Concept & Approach
The goal was to film the fair not as a commercial event, but as a living installation.
Each frame was treated as a standalone composition — a moving painting of light, reflection, and human gesture.
Each frame was treated as a standalone composition — a moving painting of light, reflection, and human gesture.
Working without rehearsals, without staging, and within a constantly shifting environment required a flexible mindset and technical precision.
Setup & Workflow
Camera: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Lens: Sigma 18–200mm
Lighting: LED Panel on Monopod
Audio: Sennheiser MKE 600 + Zoom H4 Essential
Editing & Grading: DaVinci Resolve
Sound: Nuendo (PressHouseSound)
Part of an ongoing cinematic documentary series exploring art, culture, and the human presence within spaces of creation.
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