- Ross Lowell was born on July 10, 1926 in New York, New York, USA. He was a cinematographer and director, known for Oh Brother, My Brother (1979), The Balloon Tree (1970) and Popi (1969). He was married to Marilyn Shapiro, Anita Kregal and Carol Lowell. He died on January 10, 2019 in Pound Ridge, New York, USA.
- SpousesMarilyn Shapiro(? - January 10, 2019) (his death)Anita Kregal (divorced, 1 child)? (divorced)Carol Lowell (divorced, 3 children)
- In 1992 he wrote a book about lighting, Matters of Light and Depth: Creating Memorable Images for Video, Film and Stills Through Lighting.
- Changed the film industry with two inventions: a widely used quick-clamp lighting mount system and gaffer tape. Received a total of 20 patents.
- In 1987 Lowell was awarded the John Grierson Gold Medal by the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE), "in recognition of his many achievements, inventions, and innovative developments in the field of lightweight lighting and of grip equipment.".
- Taught stage lighting at New York University and various professional seminars starting in 1972.
- Served in the United States Navy during and after World War II as a military photographer (1945-1946).
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