chicago Mar 2015

Beaugureau Studios is an award-winning advertising photography studio located in the Chicago area. Working for 20 years, the studio has a knack for taking clients' visual ideas and turning them into reality.

Beaugureau Studio's strong sense of design, colour and technical expertise enables it to simplify and customise the approach to every project.

Beaugureau Studios also has a very spacious shooting area, which comfortably accommodates three-to-four sets. The shooting area houses a full commercial kitchen, and the openness allows for an easy workflow when moving in and out of each set.

From curds and whey to way cool sneakers, there's no end to what Scott Lanza has seen and photographed.

Fish inside a guitar? Yes. Five hundred pound cheese wheel? Yep. Tattooed chefs? He's done that, too! From people, real or talent, to food, to products and vehicles, and everything in between. Part artist, part scientist, part inventor - Scott has a knack for creating dynamic images that span a variety of subjects.

On a typical day, Scott can be found buzzing around his 3,800 square foot studio, located in the rural countryside of Muskego, Wisconsin, a hop, skip, and a jump from major city attractions in downtown Milwaukee. And when he's not behind the camera he'll be in front of the computer (with a little help from his cats) retouching images, a service he provides his clientele.

An abridged list of clients includes Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, In-Sink-Erator, Pyrex Products, JI Case, A&W, Merillat Windows, Wahl Products, Rubbermaid, Yamaha, Mizuno, Blue Bunny, Cousins Subs, Finch Beer, Sara Lee and Manpower.

Saverio Truglia captures challenging subjects with unexpected conceptual twists. An award-winning portrait and advertising photographer, Saverio is recognised for his wry sense of humour and narrative sensibility. His sociable character and high technical standards bring together believable realism and the visual polish expected of contemporary advertising.

Having an innate mode of collaboration, Saverio comes to the table with confidence to merge his inspiration with others, "overturning rocks to invent fresh ways of visualising ideas."

Mark Wiens has over 20 years of experience shooting conceptual still life and product images. Merging interests in science, technology and design, he has developed special techniques for difficult to photograph materials and subjects.  

Recognised for his graphically clean images, Mark is also known for his lighting style and innovative approach to challenging subject matter. Wry humour and fresh looks at everyday objects characterise his conceptual work while his product photography is noted for its elegant lighting and simple, iconographic composition.

Jacob Hand is a Chicago-based environmental portrait photographer, interiors photographer, director and DP. His trade has taken him the world over and his work is featured in regional and national magazines, catalogues, books and advertisements. He loves music, gardening and dogs.

Specialising in lifestyle, environmental portraiture, and interiors photography, a selection of Jacob’s photography and videography client list includes Bank of Montreal, PepsiCo, University of Chicago Booth School, Athenos Foods, Food & Wine Magazine, and Country Financial Insurance.

Joe Pellegrini is a photographer, artist and all-around talent. He loves making photographs and has the soul of a true artist. He has had the good fortune to be a Chicago photographer for over 20 years. Whether it’s shooting a national ad, cookbook, or a packaging assignment, Joe uses every part of his artistic being to create the best photographs he can.

Joe has a creative edge to his work, whether it’s crafting the perfect ice cube to fit in a custom glass, or creating a hand painted background to complement the shot. Clients can always depend on him giving every job his all. He has collaborated with clients including Subway, Coca-Cola and Kellogg’s.

When Joe is not in his studio shooting photography or spending time with his family, he is most likely to be found creating wonderful works of art.

Jeff Kauck specialises in food photography for advertising, magazines, cookbooks and packaging. His work has garnered numerous accolades, including a James Beard nomination for his work on 'The Spiaggia Cookbook'.

Known for his ability to bring his subjects to life in a way that is influenced by his training as a watercolour painter, a small listing of Jeff’s corporate clients includes McDonald's, Nestlé, Heinz, Sara Lee, Betty Crocker, Kellogg's and General Mills.

Among the many books for which he has contributed his photography are Patricia Wells’ 'Salad as a Meal', 'The ¡Salpicón! Cookbook', 'Contemporary Mexican Cuisine', 'Stonewall Kitchen Harvest', 'Wine Bar Food', 'Mediterranean Flavors to Crave with Wines to Match', 'Williams-Sonoma Mastering', 'Soups and Stews' and 'Chocolate & Vanilla'.

Whether it’s creating a global standard for a brand or telling an editorial story, Jeff’s international client base depends on his collaborative working style to bring their artistic vision to life.

"My big dream upon entering photography was to be a National Geographic staffer. Back in the 1970s, I attended a photo workshop in Maine with Dick Durrance II. I soon learned from him that a profession with the magazine would disrupt my strong family ties. Since then, I have pursued my love of photography in the advertising, corporate, editorial and stock worlds.

Stock photography has always been a passion and I have put together an extraordinary collection of people, places, events and moments. My stock images are available through GettyImages.com and Panoramic Stock Images.

The son of Italian immigrants, I’m proud to say I’ve travelled to Korea, Germany, Italy and the 48 States of the Union, and gone scuba diving, shooting shipwrecks in the Cayman Islands, Turks & Caicos', Aruba, Hawaii, and the Florida Keys. I’ve also climbed the antennas of the John Hancock Center, Chicago, shot atop the towers of the Verenzano and Mackinac bridges, and  hovered for countless hours in airplanes and helicopters shooting volcanos, lighthouses, city and landscapes - all to build an incredible stock and assignment portfolio.

Some of my clients have included American Airlines, American Express, Forbes, Coca-Cola, Miller-Coors Brewing, Michigan Travel, J Lohr Vineyards, Georgia Pacifc and Marriott International."

Chris Litwin is a Chicago-based photographer with a passion for food, beverage, and still life photography. Having studied sculpture in college and studio photography in graduate school, Chris has a unique perspective of the objects he shoots.

Chris enjoys a photographic challenge. His unique work is not only alluring, but reflects his strong technical skills and attention to fine detail. His clients appreciate Chris' ability to produce superb work in a comfortable and enjoyable studio setting.

Chris' work has been featured in multiple magazines, billboards, television spots, books, and packaging by a host of brand name clients and advertising agencies.

Jacob Watts is a photo-illustrator and Photoshop wizard based in Chicago. His work consists of imaginative, surreal, and composited works from his own images. Harnessing his photography and retouching skills, Jacob creates images that are collaged together to make photo-illustrations.

He grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and quickly migrated his way to the city where he now resides. Jacob tries to create a new image every day to stay on top of his game and push his creative limits.

As a highly experienced commercial photographer based in Chicago, Tori Soper creates dynamic visual content including environmental portraits and corporate lifestyle imagery for both established and emerging brands.

Always strategically collaborating with each client, easily connecting with her subjects and spotting opportunities quickly to meet the tightest of deadlines, Tori's work has been published in countless magazines and websites across the globe.

Clients include Microsoft, Exxon/Mobil, The American Bar Association, The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Harvard Business School and The American Medical Association.

Ross Feighery is a Chicago-based portrait photographer who specialises in characters, concepts, and humour. His work ranges from staged narratives to documentary portraits. When he’s not shooting commercial work Ross is often on roadtrips exploring the United States and photographing the interesting characters he meets along the way.

Select commercial clients include Capital One, Kraft, Illinois Tourism, Lens Crafters and Temptations Cat Treats. He has worked with agencies such as DDB, JWT, mcgarrybowen, Havas Worldwide, and more.

Visit his website for a full portfolio.

A self-proclaimed dog lover, Cynthia Lynn is a Chicago-based photographer specialised in capturing the uniqueness of our most beloved companions. She focuses on creating an environment that draws her audience into the animal through a genuine connection as well as creative expression.

Cynthia takes her love for animals into all aspects of her work, including interiors, environmental portraiture, travel and conceptual imagery. Her work can be seen in various regional and national publications as well as advertisements.

When not travelling, she is at home with her husband and their two dogs, whom she loves equally. She donates her free time to the local animal shelters, with photography services and fostering dogs in need by bringing them into her home.

Michael Boone is a Chicago-based photographer who specialises in tabletop, product and food photography.

Never one to shy away from life's challenges, Michael is always busy, whether it's clicking his lens or spending time with his family.

Striking a healthy balance between professionalism and creative expression, Michael's work is authentic, clean and seamless.

Alec Huff is a Chicago-based photographer who specialises in portraiture, lifestyle and travel. He has worked for various editorial, corporate and advertising clients and loves the different challenges that each assignment brings.

Be it making the most of a corporate setting or conveying the beauty of an exotic location, Alec is equally at home doing either.

Visit his website for more information.

Kendall Karmanian has been called a lot of things - some of his favourites include "Dangerously spectacular," "Unstoppable" and "Tall". He is fun and funny, a gentleman both on and off the field, with passion for photography, furniture, design, and humanity in general.

Kendall has an almost innate ability for fixing things and thoroughly enjoys taking the long way home, on foot. He continues to live and work in the Ukrainian Village, Chicago with his beloved goldfish, Haste.

Marcel M. Page has more than 15 years of experience in the field of professional photography and enjoys utilising his creative talents to capture the spirit of a wide range of spaces. Marcel left his position heading up the photography studio and digital imaging department of a Fortune Five Hundred Company to pursue his dream of forming his own creative imaging business.

As the sole proprietor of Marcel Page Photography, Inc, Marcel’s work in the field of architecural/interior design, and commercial product has received national publication and recognition.

Ali Engin first picked up a camera at age 17, and it has been giving him an excuse to be places where he isn’t supposed to be ever since. He specialises in sports, action and fitness photography.

Ali's passion and creativity in sports photography comes from a desire to show the action in a still frame from a unique angle, rather than freezing the moment. Instead of picking a traditional photography education, Ali decided to get his BA in Advertising, which helps him understand clients' needs and to collaborate with them to achieve the best images for their campaigns.

Jeff Braddy and Susan Andrews have channelled their expertise and keen eye for candid moments into Andrews and Braddy Studio, a business that sets a consistent standard of satisfied clients.

Jeff focuses on product, beer, food, and liquids, while Susan specialises in photographing people, specifically babies and children. Together, the team has worked with Radio Flyer, Gerber, Kolcraft, McDonald's, Kellogg's, Quaker Oats, Campbell’s, Weber Grill, Coors Light, Miller-Coors, Leinenkugel, P&G, Mercedes-Benz and Le Cordon Bleu Cooking School, among other major national brands.

Together, Susan and Jeff collaborate to ensure each job results in quality images that capture life’s moments.

2015 is off to an exciting start for Andrea Mandel and is already filled with lots of fun and exciting projects. Some of her first projects include shooting a TV commercial for Huggies and a new ad campaign for Ziploc.

Andrea prides herself not only in her work behind the camera, but in the relationships she is able to form while shooting a diverse range of subject matter. There’s never a dull moment, and this energy comes through in her work.

Andrea is passionate about life and this extends beyond her life’s work, photography. She is excited for what this year has in store, "especially those things that are unknown!"

T. J. Hine has been producing dynamic food and beverage images for his clients since 1984. He creates appetizing food photos, dramatic pours and splashes, elegant tabletop shots, and packaging with plenty of shelf appeal for a customer base that includes advertising agencies, consumer product companies, restaurants, food distributors, and cookbook and magazine publishers.

With an eye for detail, composition, and design, T. J. holds a Fine Arts degree from Edinboro University in Pennsylvania. He also serves as director of special projects for Chicago Creative Coalition, an educational and networking organisation for communication arts professionals.

Visit his website to see more of his work and to subscribe to his blog, where he shares tips, tricks, and life’s insights.

For over 20 years, Melanie Francis has been using her artistic sensibilities and resourcefulness to help tell stories. She brings creative energy and enthusiasm to each and every project, whether it is an entire environment with costumed characters, a lifestyle shoot, or a small jewellery set. She is efficient and excels in sourcing and creating distinctive props and backgrounds.

Melanie has extensive experience collaborating with top ad agencies, national and international clients and photographers. Her clients include Weber, Melrose, Fosters, Jack Daniels, Thomas the Tank Engine, Craftsman, FifthThird Bank, Corona, Dos Equis, Jim Beam, Wrangler, Chicago Magazine, Philidelphia Magazine, Sears and Zatarains.

The F Stop Studio is conveniently located just outside downtown Chicago. The studio features 4000 sq. ft. with an open floor plan, two back-to-back commercial kitchens, a comfortable client space, and 90 ft. of window space allowing eastern and western daylight exposure as well as blackout capabilities.

The rental rate is $1500 per 10 hour day, which includes a basic grip, lighting and tech package. Please email for rental details and policies.

Zaffarano Productions provides full production services in Chicago, Los Angeles and worldwide.

As a newly titled “Shore-Coastal” producer (local to Chicago and LA) and with over 15 years experience in the advertising and film industry, Zaffarano Productions offers a vast knowledge of markets and vendors across the country and beyond.

"We offer a unique and memorable partnership that will provide exceptional service to you and your clients. From bid to wrap, my crew and I will always devote tireless attention to every detail while preparing your project – it is always my personal goal to make sure every need you and your clients have is considered.

I pride myself in running smooth productions. I am as good as the crew I am surrounded with so when hiring my company, you will have a unique experience on set and be surrounded with some of the finest talent, the kindest people, and the best food I can offer!"

Octane Rich Media is "a studio for the future, arriving now". Founded in 2005 by award-winning director James Forni, Octane offers motion, photography, sound and design for broadcast, digital and alternative networks.

Full-service production studio includes both certified Red Epic and Phase One Camera systems professionals, comprehensive post production with multiple editing suites for advanced imaging, sound composition, color grading, motion graphics, 2D and 3D animation and video editing. Branding, interactive, mobile and print design in-house completes the cycle, "from concept to content to customer".

"Octane. Stories burning to be told."

Visit the website for more information.

Calling all professional photographers & stylists! NYCFotoWorks’ 2015 Professional Portfolio Review has been announced:  

• New York: from June 16th to 18th

Bringing an incredible list of art buyers, photo editors, creative directors, reps and design firms together to  meet 1-on-1 with professional artists.  It’s an opportunity you don’t want to miss.  

Apply Now to reserve your post.