Duncan Cowles

Freelance Self-Shooting PD & Documentary Filmmaker

ARTE — Self-Shooting DOP

I worked as a self-shooting DOP on multiple episodes of ARTE’s documentary history series Stimmt es, dass…? (“Is it true that…?”).

The series explores widely held assumptions about history through expert interviews, archive material and on-location filming across Europe.

Working alongside international directors visiting Scotland, I provided documentary cinematography, local knowledge and production support.

I was responsible for filming interviews, sound, observational sequences and location shots, all while supplying camera, sound and lighting equipment.

Browse a selection of stills from the footage I captured below, and watch the embedded full episodes at the bottom of the page.

Need a Scottish based self-shooting DOP?

If you’re looking for impactful storytelling through film or photography, get in touch to discuss how we can collaborate. I bring a human-centred, engaging approach to every project. Email me to discuss:

📨 info@duncancowles.com