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Shoot Studio
Photo & Film Production and location scouts
Shoot Studio is one of the largest photo and video production houses in Quebec. Whatever clients may have in mind, the team transform it into images.
Each photographer has a characteristic style, specific know-how, an established reputation and talent that has been recognised at home and abroad. What they all have in common is abundant creativity and an eagerness to share their knowledge, never hesitating to pool their skills to benefit the most highly demanding photo and video assignments.
No matter how complex the project may be, in the field or in studio, Shoot Studio can take care of everything. From budget planning to production to delivery of the finished images, no detail is overlooked.
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Mario Madau
Interiors & exteriors photographers
Mario Madau is a hotel and resort photographer who works worldwide. With more that 25 years' experience, he provides photography and video production and has gained a reputation for excellence.
Mario’s clients include Fairmont Hotels and Resorts, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Marriott Hotels and Resorts, Frigidaire International, Texaco USA, BBDO, FCB and DDB Needham USA.
Mario has just finished projects in Bermuda, Mexico and Barbados and is looking forward to another great year.
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Jan Kalish
Still Life and Food & Drink Photographers
Jan Kalish is an award-winning Toronto-based photographer specialising in still life and food & drink photography. She is available to shoot in Toronto and the UK, and with 25 years of shooting experience her images merge creative and technical expertise; a client-fulfilled narrative within an image.
Jan's extensive experience includes shooting for advertising, design, publishing and editorial clients, creating imagery that reflects her specialist knowledge in lighting and timely visual problem solving skills.
Jan works in the studio or on location, providing meticulous attention to client considerations.
For her recent cookbook shoot she provided full in-house, team services. Jan was honoured to once again judge, The International Association Of Culinary Professionals’ annual photography awards.
Check her Instagram and Facebook accounts to stay up to date.
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Adrian Armstrong
Still life photographers
Adrian Armstrong is sought out for his sharp and dramatic still life and conceptual photography that almost look hyper-real. From kitchen classic stainless steel to luxury diamond-encrusted watches, Adrian pulls light perfectly onto every subject, so it is the focus of every campaign.
His work for Hudson’s Bay, Holt Renfrew, Interac, Sharp Magazine and Grand Marnier reflects the diversity of his approach. -
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Hamin Lee
Still life photographers
Hamin Lee has been shooting colourful, chaotic, abstract editorial and conceptual sets before it was cool. His work in 'The Kit' recently won the P&G Beauty Awards 2017 for Best Beauty Still Life, and he has shot for Subaru, Ford, Canadian Tire and The Globe and Mail.
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Sandy Nicholson
Advertising photographers
Sandy Nicholson is a multi-talented photographer and director, who has shot campaigns for McCain’s, Dove, Toronto Raptors (MLSE), Grey Goose and Le Creuset.
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Jim Norton
Food & drink photographers
Jim Norton’s food and lifestyle photography is infused with light inspired from his travels. His adventuring spirit has taken him from the grasslands of the Serengeti to dog sledding in northern Sweden, and never without his coffee.
His clients like McDonald's Canada, Tim Hortons and Campbell’s enjoy his creativity and utmost professionalism.
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Sting Inc
Photo agents
"Our content creation goes beyond agencies or big box brands and our production team is available to all budgets, artists and creatives."
With award-winning photographers and directors, Sting produces a wide scope of content while mentoring new graduates from top photography and motion schools in Canada.
"The hum of bees is the voice of a garden - There is nothing we believe in more than collaboration, support and community."
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183 Geary
Rental studios
Located in the heart of Toronto’s West end photo district, 183 Geary is always up-to-date with current studio, photo and film technology, offering full service production Support and equipment rental in its 2500 sq. ft. space.
"Whether you require producers, assistants and catering or want us to book someone for hair, prop styling or make-up artists and set designers, let us bring your project to life."
183 Geary is a private space with 23 ft. ceilings, a back alley entrance, a drive-in garage, three-phase power, a green room, a second floor client lounge and fully stocked operational kitchen. With years of experience in production and equipment rentals, the company has heard some pretty outrageous requests and is proud to have delivered on all of them.
"Just ask is our motto!"
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Montreal/Quebec Photography Productions
Location service & scouts
Michelle d’Eze, Sr Producer for Montreal / Quebec Photography Productions, in business since 1984, provides Canadian and international clients with turn-key services for TV commercials, video and still photo shoots.
The firm offers an extensive range of support services that can be booked individually or as a complete package. These include fixing, location scouting, set managing/coordinating, requisitioning and processing of permits, casting, photography, studios rentals, equipment rentals, accommodations, catering, transportation (automobiles, boats, helicopters, Winnebago rentals) and all other production needs.
Moreover, the company handles all the 'nitty-gritty' tasks that are so time-consuming and bothersome for a producer working abroad – tasks such as customs, work permits and on-site logistics.
Clients over the last 12 months include Tory Birch, Under Armour, Talbots, Joseph Aboud, Bombardier, Volkswagen, Swarovski, Merrells, W, GQ, InStyle Magazines, Kiabi, Decathlon, Boston Proper, Chevrolet, Friends Trip, Apple and Lancaster.