Peter Fuhrman has been a filmmaker and disciplined cinematographer for the past 20 years. His experience has led him to many roles including cinematographer, camera operator, producer, colorist and director. These roles have contributed to him working along some of the top producers in the industry to include Cassian Elwes (THE BUTLER, DALLAS BUYERS CLUB), Eli Roth (GREEN INFERNO, HOSTEL, THANKSGIVING), and Tim Zarajos (MUDBOUND, THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON). Peter's ability to mold into any role makes his expertise on set invaluable. ​"Color, texture, light, composition and movement all contribute to the mood and look of a film. I've been committed to cinematography for nearly 20 years and color grading for 2 years. I embrace all of the challenges that come with the job, and I absolutely love the collaborative process. Creating movie magic that is uniquely yours, in collaboration with other amazing craftsmen and women, is the ultimate experience. Being a part of such an undertaking has many rewards, but I really cherish the relationships and learning experiences that result from such complex and engaging work. From the moment I am hired to the last day of principal photography, being behind the camera is a privilege and something I preserve as a collaborator and storyteller. I am very easy to work with and do well in all situations. I say that with confidence mainly because I have worked with so many personality types, environments and projects. You have to maintain a certain energy throughout the production, and as a DP you have people looking up to you for leadership. Most of the time it doesn't feel like work to me."

Peter Fuhrman

Peter Fuhrman has been a filmmaker and disciplined cinematographer for the past 20 years. His experience has led him to many roles including cinematographer, camera operator, producer, colorist and director. These roles have contributed to him working along some of the top producers in the industry to include Cassian Elwes (THE BUTLER, DALLAS BUYERS CLUB), Eli Roth (GREEN INFERNO, HOSTEL, THANKSGIVING), and Tim Zarajos (MUDBOUND, THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON). Peter's ability to mold into any role makes his expertise on set invaluable. ​"Color, texture, light, composition and movement all contribute to the mood and look of a film. I've been committed to cinematography for nearly 20 years and color grading for 2 years. I embrace all of the challenges that come with the job, and I absolutely love the collaborative process. Creating movie magic that is uniquely yours, in collaboration with other amazing craftsmen and women, is the ultimate experience. Being a part of such an undertaking has many rewards, but I really cherish the relationships and learning experiences that result from such complex and engaging work. From the moment I am hired to the last day of principal photography, being behind the camera is a privilege and something I preserve as a collaborator and storyteller. I am very easy to work with and do well in all situations. I say that with confidence mainly because I have worked with so many personality types, environments and projects. You have to maintain a certain energy throughout the production, and as a DP you have people looking up to you for leadership. Most of the time it doesn't feel like work to me."

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Peter Fuhrman has been a filmmaker and disciplined cinematographer for the past 20 years. His experience has led him to many roles including cinematographer, camera operator, producer, colorist and director. These roles have contributed to him working along some of the top producers in the industry to include Cassian Elwes (THE BUTLER, DALLAS BUYERS CLUB), Eli Roth (GREEN INFERNO, HOSTEL, THANKSGIVING), and Tim Zarajos (MUDBOUND, THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON). Peter’s ability to mold into any role makes his expertise on set invaluable.

​"Color, texture, light, composition and movement all contribute to the mood and look of a film. I’ve been committed to cinematography for nearly 20 years and color grading for 2 years. I embrace all of the challenges that come with the job, and I absolutely love the collaborative process. Creating movie magic that is uniquely yours, in collaboration with other amazing craftsmen and women, is the ultimate experience. Being a part of such an undertaking has many rewards, but I really cherish the relationships and learning experiences that result from such complex and engaging work.

From the moment I am hired to the last day of principal photography, being behind the camera is a privilege and something I preserve as a collaborator and storyteller. I am very easy to work with and do well in all situations. I say that with confidence mainly because I have worked with so many personality types, environments and projects. You have to maintain a certain energy throughout the production, and as a DP you have people looking up to you for leadership. Most of the time it doesn’t feel like work to me."

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Work Experience

Director of Photography / Producer at Anonymous 616
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Directed and photographed a feature film; collaborated with the director and production team.
B-Camera Operator at Cabin Fever
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
B-camera operator on the feature film.
Additional First Unit Director of Photography at Intruder
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Additional first unit director of photography.
Cinematographer at Devils of War
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Cinematographer on the film (aka 101st: A-Company).
Director, Cinematographer and Editor at Gangster Pastor
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Director, cinematographer and editor for docu-film for Australian Broadcasting Corporation.
Director, Cinematographer and Editor at PlantPop
January 1, 2020 - Present
Director, cinematographer and editor for PlantPop: a series of horticultural films.
Cinematographer at Red, White and Black: An Oregon Wine Story
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Cinematographer on documentary about Oregon wine.
Cinematographer at Heavily Meditated
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Cinematography for documentary.
Cinematographer at Multiracial Identity
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Cinematography for documentary.
Director, Videographer, and Editor at School of Autism
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Director, videographer and editor for educational/documentary project.
Director, Editor and Videographer at The Unwelcome Soldier: Life After Vietnam
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Director, editor and videographer for documentary project.
Director, Editor and Videographer at From the Big Sky to the Big Apple
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
Narrated by Peter Fonda; director, editor and videographer.
Studio Camera Operator at Montana PBS
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
Volunteer studio camera operator; producer, videographer, post-production supervisor on Backstage Pass.
Producer, Videographer, Post-Production Supervisor at Backstage Pass
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Producer, videographer and post-production supervisor for 30-episode nationally syndicated program.
Videographer, Editor at Author’s On Location
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Pilot episode; videographer and editor.
Director, Videographer, Editor at BedMart
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Director, videographer and editor for BedMart commercials.
Cinematographer at Pediatric Urgent Care
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Cinematography work for promotional materials.
Director / Cinematographer at Cobain
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Director and Cinematographer for the music video Cobain (WolFy).
Cinematographer at Indian Coconut Man
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Cinematography for the music video.
Cinematographer at Carib Coolie Star
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Cinematography for the music video.
Cinematographer at I Speak, I Move On
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Cinematography for the music video.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media at Montana State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004
Associate of Science at Flathead Valley Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Career and Skill Building for Cinematography at Hurlbut Academy
January 1, 2020 - January 22, 2026
Glidecam Instructor Course at Alan Gordon Enterprises
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Advanced Camera and Lighting Workshop Certification at Rockport College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Master Certificate at Online School of Design
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026

Qualifications

Best Cinematography - Documentary 'Red, White and Black: An Oregon Wine Story'
January 1, 2018 - January 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Healthcare