Fabio Knoll
Filmmaker / Director of Photography
Fabio Knoll works as a cinematographer and director in documentary, television and branded productions.
His visual approach is rooted in observation, with a strong spatial awareness shaped by his background in geography and decades of photographic practice. Rather than constructing images through excess, his work seeks clarity — allowing light, gesture and environment to reveal the structure of each scene.
He collaborates with directors, agencies and production companies on projects that demand a cinematic language rooted in reality, atmosphere and human presence.
In parallel with his work in documentary and branded productions, he develops authorial fiction projects, extending his visual approach into narrative cinema.
Approach
His cinematography is shaped by three core principles:
Presence
The camera observes rather than imposes, allowing situations to unfold with integrity.
Space
Environments are not treated as backgrounds, but as active elements that shape narrative and perception.
Light
Natural and available light are often favored, reinforcing a sense of authenticity and temporal continuity.
At the same time, controlled lighting is used when required — shaping atmosphere, contrast and spatial depth with precision.
Cinematography across natural and controlled lighting environments.
This approach results in images that balance precision and sensitivity — combining technical control with an openness to the unpredictability of real-world conditions.
Selected Work
Documentary, television and branded productions across different geographies and production scales. Work includes collaborations with independent productions, cultural institutions and commercial clients, operating both as Director of Photography and filmmaker.
Technical Expertise
Digital cinema cameras (ARRI, RED, Sony, Canon Cinema EOS)
Aerial cinematography (licensed drone operator)
Cinematography across natural and controlled lighting environments
Location-based shooting across diverse environments
Small and agile crews as well as larger production environments
Based in São Paulo, Brazil.
Available for international productions and collaborations.
Contact
For cinematography, directing and collaborations:
