About

Rydell Tomas Jr. (b. 1996) is an Atlanta-based cinematographer working in narrative and documentary film. His interest in visual storytelling began with documentary photography, where he learned to observe people, light, and place with patience and curiosity. He later trained under renowned portrait photographer Greg Miller (Unto Dust, County Fair, We the People), an experience that continues to influence his approach to image-making today.

In 2024, Rydell was selected by the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) to study with Academy Award-winning cinematographer Robert Elswit, ASC, in Los Angeles. In 2025, he trained at the Georgia Film Academy under television director J. Miller Tobin (Pretty Little Liars, Gossip Girl, Vampire Diaries), expanding his understanding of the collaborative relationship between directors and cinematographers.

His work spans narrative films, documentaries, and commercial projects, often exploring themes of culture, identity, human connection, and the experiences that shape how people see themselves and the world around them.

Rydell believes cinematography is not simply about creating beautiful images. It is about helping audiences experience a story through light, composition, movement, and perspective while remaining faithful to the director's intent and the emotional truth of the moment.

For business inquires, email rydell@rydelltomas.com