Wes Anderson’s Cinematographer Robert Yeoman Wins Lifetime Achievement Award

The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) will honor acclaimed cinematographer Robert Yeoman with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating his decades-long contributions to cinematic artistry and visual storytelling. The award will be presented during the 40th Annual ASC Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography Gala on March 8, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. The ceremony will stream globally, marking a milestone year for the organization.

Celebrating a Visionary Career

Yeoman is best known for his long-standing collaboration with director Wes Anderson, helping define the filmmaker’s signature visual style. Their creative partnership began with Bottle Rocket (1996) and continued through many of Anderson’s most beloved titles, including Rushmore (1998), The Royal Tenenbaums (2001), The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004), The Darjeeling Limited (2007), Moonrise Kingdom (2012), The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), The French Dispatch (2021) and Asteroid City (2023).

Yeoman first gained industry recognition for Gus Van Sant’s 1989 cult classic Drugstore Cowboy, which earned critical acclaim and helped launch his career as one of Hollywood’s most respected cinematographers.

A Filmography Defined by Visual Storytelling

Outside his work with Anderson, Yeoman has crafted striking visuals across genres, contributing to a wide range of successful projects. His credits include:

• Dogma (1999)

• Red Eye (2005)

• Whip It (2009)

• Get Him to the Greek (2010)

• Bridesmaids (2011)

• The Heat (2013)

• Love & Mercy (2014)

• Spy (2015)

• Ghostbusters (2016)

• Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018)

ASC President Mandy Walker praised Yeoman’s distinctive artistic imprint, saying:

“Bob’s work is instantly recognizable — his frames are crafted with precision, warmth and a deep understanding of story. He has elevated the art of cinematography through his enduring collaborations and distinctive visual style, inspiring generations of filmmakers.”

Additional Honorees at the 2026 Gala

The milestone gala will spotlight multiple industry leaders. Alongside Yeoman’s Lifetime Achievement honor, the ASC announced several additional distinctions:

• M. David Mullen (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Westworld, The Good Wife)
  — Career Achievement in Television Award

• Cynthia Pusheck (Brothers & Sisters, The Bold Type, Our Flag Means Death)
  — President’s Award

• Stephen Pizzello, editor-in-chief of American Cinematographer Magazine
  — Award of Distinction for editorial innovation

• Kodak
  — Curtis Clark Technology Award, recognizing contributions to cinematic technology and culture

The ASC ceremony remains one of the most respected celebrations of filmmaking craft, honoring talent behind the camera and advancing the future of visual storytelling.