THE ART OF CINEMATOGRAPHY BY MARVIN R. ASKEW II

Marvin R. Askew II is a United States Air Force Airman who is making his mark as a film Director, Producer and Cinematographer for Expressed Entertainment in Buffalo, NY. Growing up, his father Marvin R. Askew Sr.  (Director of Buffalo City Ballet) let him shadow his everyday dealings in the Theatrical Ballet Dance Industry. By the time he became a teenager, Marvin explored many other art forms that he an interest to including music, acting and spoken word poetry to many gave him the nickname "Phranchiz". He has been in the Buffalo Arts Scene for many years for both poetry and acting, being in films such as "Banshee", "The War at Home", Director of Photography for Film Festival Feature "The Glass Floor" and VFX for Feature Film "The Romans" He has filmed many music videos for independent artist in the Buffalo, NY area including Hip Hop Artist D-Mack of Loyalty 1st Ent., Johnny Proper, Alex Anonny, Mike Liggz and R&B Artist Tifani, Jetaun Louie and Delaney Daniels just to name a few. "I’m super excited about the chance to showcase my work, and would appreciate your feedback. Contact me with question or if you’d like to collaborate on a project." - Marvin R. Askew II