Welcome to the Celluloid COLLECTIVE!
The Celluloid Collective was founded in 2023 by Cinematographer Kenneth Keeler and Director / Film Educator Jerry J White III. Our goal for The Celluloid Collective is to be a vibrant community fueled by a deep love for all things film! Our mission is simple: to preserve and celebrate the artistry of film in every form—be it still photography, motion picture photography, and the magic of the darkroom!
When we founded The Celluloid Collective it was our hope that we could demystify the film medium. Initially, we faced difficulties as there was a lack of easily accessible information on celluloid film. However, as we began to share our film work, people started asking us questions about our process.
Fast forward 10 years and here we are sharing our knowledge with you as you embark on your film journey. We hope you feel inspired to jump in head first and reignite your passion for the visual medium. We believe that film is a feeling and one of the feelings that we can’t get enough of. Enjoy the process and we can’t see what you create!
Kenny & Jerry
Hello, I am Jerry J White III, a visual artist and educator based in Los Angeles, CA. Over the past 15 years, I have directed three feature films and taught hundreds of film shooters how to print and develop their black-and-white negatives. I believe in demystifying and democratizing the visual art form, by empowering artists to see beyond the technology.
Hello, My name is Kenneth Keeler, I am a Brooklyn-based Cinematographer and member of IATSE 600 (International Cinematographers Guild). I specialize in commercials, feature films, and television, having worked with brands such as; Logitech, Fender Guitars, Walmart, Lucas Films, Olay, and more.
I have been shooting on film, both stills and motion, for over 15 years. One of my career goals is to help keep analog photography and film as a medium alive for many generations to come!