Zaire Folson on Film, Community, and the Art of Seeing in Color

Did you know the signature orange-and-blue look in Hollywood films isn’t just a style choice—it’s actually a trick? Blue and orange are opposites on the color wheel, and when used together, they make actors pop on screen while triggering emotional contrast in your brain.I got to sit down with Houston-based film colorist Zaire Folson. While he may be new to Houston, he’s already positioned himself as one to watch in Houston’s film scene. At only 24, he's got half a decade of experience in the film industry.We delve into Zaire's North Carolina upbringing, including his decision to drop out of school during the pandemic to become a full-time director and DP, and his career transition to film colorist. If you’re new to a city and want to learn how to break into your local film community, you’ll learn how to get involved and make meaningful connections by the end of this episode.Follow Natasha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashtalksfilm/Check out Natasha's website: https://www.natashaero.com/Follow Zaire on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zairecolorCheck out his website: https://www.zairecolor.com/