Biography

Adrian Sierkowski was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1983. From a young age, Adrian was immersed in the world of film, accompanying his father, known as "Edski," to sets for various documentary and commercial projects. At just 10 years old, he saved up from sweeping driveways to buy his first camcorder, sparking a lifelong passion for filmmaking. Inspired by the special effects in films like Jurassic Park, Adrian transformed his basement into a makeshift film studio, where his inaugural project ended with an unintended fire, marking his early, if chaotic, foray into filmmaking.

After high school, Adrian enlisted in the US Army and served in Operation Enduring Freedom. Following his military service, he attended Temple University in Philadelphia. There, he deepened his passion for image-making while also discovering a profound interest in cultural studies through anthropology classes. The loss of his father in 2009 and his grandmother shortly thereafter was a significant turning point, leaving Adrian to navigate his path alone. Despite these challenges, he graduated Cum Laude with dual degrees in Cinematography and Cultural Anthropology.

Post-graduation, Adrian worked at Temple University before pursuing a Master’s degree in Visual Anthropology. Throughout his education, he gained practical experience by working on set, honing his skills as a cinematographer. During his time at Temple, he began collaborating on projects with classmates and eventually took on external clients, establishing himself as a professional cameraman.

In 2012, Adrian moved to Los Angeles to advance his career as a Director of Photography. He has since worked on a diverse array of projects, including feature films, documentaries, commercials, and music videos, across various budgets and formats. In 2016, he expanded his creative pursuits with the publication of a poetry collection titled A/B, a collaboration with his long-time, long-distance friend Brett Payton.

The COVID-19 pandemic in 2019 brought a temporary halt to the film industry, and Adrian used the time to indulge in personal hobbies like cooking, reading, still photography, and long-distance driving. As the world began to reopen in 2021, Adrian eagerly anticipated new projects and adventures, embodying the spirit of resilience and creativity. As he puts it, “Let’s go again!”