Alfonso Chin is a cinematographer and visual artist based in Vancouver, Canada.
Born in Mexico, Alfonso’s creative journey has been shaped by a multicultural background and a curiosity about stories from different cultures. He found inspiration in world cinema and painting, developing an early appreciation for the ways images can communicate emotion, identity, and experience. After living in Los Angeles, his path eventually led him to Vancouver, where he studied film, graphic design, and interactive arts at Simon Fraser University.
Alfonso has worked across a wide range of formats, from 35mm and 16mm film to the latest digital cinema systems. His cinematography is defined by a harmonious and intentional visual language designed to evoke emotion while remaining specific to the needs of each story. Whether working on commercials, narrative films, or documentaries, story and character remain at the center of his approach, informing his choices in lighting, composition, lensing, and camera movement. He is also drawn to non-traditional forms of storytelling and projects that explore unconventional visual and narrative structures.
Films photographed by Alfonso have screened at major international festivals, including Sundance Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), South by Southwest (SXSW), and numerous other prestigious festivals around the world. His work has reached audiences across a wide range of genres and platforms, reflecting his versatility and commitment to visually distinctive and emotionally resonant storytelling.
Alfonso’s work has received nominations and awards from the Canadian Society of Cinematographers, the Canadian Screen Awards, the Ariel Awards (Mexican Academy Awards), as well as recognition from international film festivals.
Alfonso's work is best known for filming episodes for the Netflix series, VOIR, which is produced by David Fincher.