Kismet Artists is a global cinematography agency representing a bold roster of visionary commercial and film directors, cinematographers, and photographers.
With roots in both narrative and branded storytelling, we pair exceptional talent with leading production companies, brands, and agencies across Los Angeles, New York, London, and beyond.
Our artists have shaped campaigns for clients like Netflix, Vogue, Ford, Amazon, and Valentino. At our core, we believe in artistry, collaboration, and the power of visual storytelling.
Paul Yee is a cinematographer based in New York City. He recently completed Tina Satter’s Reality (Berlinale 2023) and Adele Lim’s Joy Ride for Lionsgate. Previously, he lensed The Fits (Venice 2015, Sundance 2016), Anna Rose Holmer’s debut feature, that the New York Times described as “a dreamy, beautifully syncopated coming-of-age tale” and Colewell, directed by Tom Quinn, that premiered at the San Francisco International Film Festival in 2019 and went on to receive two Independent Spirit Award Nominations.
His penchant for vérité camerawork and natural light has led him to collaborate on many documentaries- including Season 2 of Wyatt Cenac’s Problem Areas (HBO), Cameron Yates’ Chef Flynn (Sundance, Berlin 2018) and Emily Sheskin’s Jesszilla (Big Sky 2023), a project that spanned 5 years of the life of boxing phenom Jesselyn Silva.
Paul is passionate about working with a diverse range of filmmakers and telling new and unique stories. He is also an avid cook and food photographer.
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