new york Jul 2015

Mission Photo Production offers comprehensive production services for still and moving images, locally and internationally. Mission works with global brands, in locations all over the world.

“The variation in a producer’s day is what I love,” says founder Mary Pratt, “and also being part of the creative process, drawing upon my experience to anticipate issues and find solutions quickly.”

Clients include Siemens, Mercedes, Microsoft, BMW, Visa, Bayer, Bank of America, Liberty Mutual and Infiniti.

One of Mission’s recent shoots was for ADT, building up an image library that will soon be expanded upon.

Cindi Blair has been producing and casting worldwide for 20 years - and has loved every day of it! Her company provides each client with easy, no fuss production. "Our goal is to make the client happy as well as each person on the production."

Providing full service production for still shoots, commercials, videos, TV, corporate and fashion shoots, services include production budgets, sourcing and scouting locations, hiring crew, casting, equipment, logistics, transportation, and customs.

With companies located in NYC, Turks & Caicos and Westhampton, Cindi Blair Productions covers many facets of production and has contacts in every corner of the world.

Patrick Ortman is a  multi-award-winning New York and Los Angeles based film-maker and commercial director whose clients have included eleven Fortune 500 companies, along with dozens of start-ups and brands. Patrick is known for bringing world-class vision and execution to every project, helping brands and businesses stand out from the pack. Patrick and his bicoastal production company delivers, whether it’s a comedy-driven national commercial spot, a visual effects laden corporate film, or unique branded narrative content that results in worldwide media attention.

Clients include AT&T, CapitalOne, MasterCard, RealNetworks, Tufts University, UCLA, and PepsiCo.

Working bi-coastal NY/LA, Courtney Dailey leads teams of beauty experts creating images from prep to post. Known for her use of colour, she delivers imagery that is dramatic and confident. She feels all images should communicate concepts, stories or evoke feelings.

Starting her career in Michigan as a make-up artist, Courtney has always believed photography and make-up should have no rules. "They are a combination of imagination, creation, and practiced technique." This point of view has allowed her to see beauty from all perspectives.

Since her arrival in Los Angeles, Courtney has shot for numerous international magazines, campaigns and celebrities. She was recently published in Cosmo, Allure, Elle, Vanidades, and was chosen as one of FJ Westcott Lighting’s 'Top 50 Professionals'.

Clients include Schwarzkopf, Elle, Cosmo, Allure, Women's Health, Men's Fitness, Vanidades, Milani/Jordana Cosmetics, Temptu Cosmetics, DeMarco Diamonds, University Medical, Skin MD, Chrome Girl and May Lindstrom Skin.

"I shoot stills and motion. I am a creative thinker with an enthusiastic entrepreneurial spirit. I excel when things seem chaotic and have a knack for bringing order and focus to the set.

My photographic career is centered on the automotive industry, and my clients include Mercedes Benz USA, Pagani, Ferrari North America, Cadillac, Infiniti and Michelin. I search for and create scenes that speak to form, light, shape, and beauty. I will not stop until these elements converge.

My studio is in New York’s Hudson Valley within an hour of the city, and was custom built for sizable productions."

Native New Yorker Lee Page has been working in advertising, fashion and portrait photography since the 1990s.

Living and working in New York's Tribeca neighbourhood, Lee captures the best of lifestyle, fashion and beauty with his photography. His long time dedicated team of assistants, stylists, and producers consistently delivers exceptional results, on schedule and on budget, whether in the studio or on location.

Clients include Anheuser-Busch, Miller Beer, Coors Brewing Co, Bacardi, Johnson & Johnson, Proctor & Gamble, Colgate-Palmolive, Unilever, Phillip Morris, RJ Reynolds, Mercedes-Benz, ESPN, AT&T, Verizon, The Seagram Company, Discovery Channel, Arts & Entertainment Network, JPMorgan Chase, Citibank, Cephalon, GlaxoSmithKline, Merck, Pfizer, Hasbro, VF International, Kodak, Fuji Film, Canon USA, Sony USA, Goldman Sachs, United States Army, Clairol, Dove Soap, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Guinness, Captain Morgan, Coca-Cola and The Walt Disney Company.

View Lee’s website for more information.

Laura Barisonzi strives to create unique iconic imagery, which incorporates strong use of color and graphic elements. Her lifestyle and sports work are both based on the beauty of real active people and natural movement rather than stiff poses.

"What keeps me inspired to shoot is connecting with people and experiencing new places."

Laura studied at Brown University and RISD and now lives in New York. When she's managed to pry herself away from her camera she is probably biking, running, swimming, or traveling around trying to improve her foreign language skills.

Clients have included: Reebok, Poland Spring, Dove, Heineken, Tyson, MSG Entertainment, NFL, Icebreakers, Outside Magazine, Runner's World, Vibram Five Fingers, Nationwide Insurance, Boston Magazine, Health Magazine, Bicycling, Sierra, Knorr, Fitness, Scholastic, Newsweek, and Forbes.

Benjamin Norman is a New York-based photographer and director who The New York Times has sent on hundreds of shooting missions. Other clients call on Ben to shoot a wide range of assignments, from the small and disenfranchised to projects where he handles six-figure producing budgets.

In addition to still photography, Ben has directed short films for non-profits such as City Harvest (the largest food rescue charity in the country) and healthcare companies such as The Visiting Nurse Service of New York.

Passionate about storytelling, his work has appeared in Newsweek, The New York Times Magazine, Sports Illustrated and AARP, and has been recognised by American Photography, Pictures of the Year International, Hearst Corp., and others.

"Conor Doherty is essentially a polymath of all things creative; to list all of his skills would just evoke jealousy. We’ll just say that after years of serial dating many talents, Conor discovered the love of his life: photography.

Now that he’s found it, you may find your meeting with him a bit like Tom Cruise on Oprah’s couch. His excitement and passion for all things photography is inescapably contagious, leaving you feeling like the world is your veritable oyster.

On set, Conor takes time to capture what is beautiful and important about the subject - the artistry of the fashion or the lines of a product - in a way that is consistent with a brand's identity. His vision for each shoot is clear, as is his vision for a collaborative, supportive industry. 

Clients and acquaintances alike agree that Conor has excelled in what he defines as successful: 'If you're happy and you make people around you happy, then I'd say you're succeeding.'"

Leland Bobbé is a native New Yorker and an award-winning photographer who has been a professional for over 30 years. His work spans both the fine art and commercial worlds and has been shown in galleries and utilised by advertising agencies and corporations around the world.

His recent project titled 'Half-Drag... A different Kind of Beauty' has gone viral, appearing on thousands of websites, blogs and online art, fashion and design magazines in over 30 countries, including Vogue Italia, Huffington Post, ABC News, The Sundance Channel, MSN and AOL. He also appeared as the first guest speaker on the recently launched HuffPost Live discussing this project.

Leland is equally comfortable shooting real people or professional talent.

Clients include American Express, Bravo, Citibank, Dupont, Hyatt, Humana, Key Bank, MCI, Met Life, Pfizer, Sprint, Tecate, Tropicana, UPS and Visa.

Australian-born photographer Mark Roskams started his career in the mid 80s when he began to travel the world and develop his interest in photographing architecture and design.

His work led him from New York to Florida, the Caribbean and back to Europe before he finally settled back in New York. His photographs have appeared in a wide variety of international magazines including AD’s Germany, France, Italy, Russia and China and many others.

In 2011, his book of architecture and interiors 'Masseria - The Italian Farmhouses of Puglia' was published by Rizzoli International. During this time, Mark has crafted his style of using natural light in order to give structure and design an abstract shape, working with the form and colour that he is known for across his images.

Sue Barr’s award winning lifestyle and portrait photography is guaranteed to bring out the inner child within us all. Filled with warm saturated hues, laughter and inquisitive smiles, her subjects are candidly blissful and wholly spirited.

Centering around family ties and interpersonal relationships of all ages, Sue introduces the brighter aspects of humanity to her viewers. Focussing her camera in order to capture the organised chaos of the every day, or something a bit deeper but still relatable, it is through Sue’s lens that subjects shine from the inside out.

Sue can simply make a frame of ordinary real life an extraordinary moment that will define a brand. Her extensive list of clients agree and include Eli Lilly, Merck, Johnson & Johnson, Procter and Gamble, Terlato Wines, Stagnito Media and Nestlé.

Peter Baiamonte wants to tell a story, give a glimpse of a place, show some personality and reveal some meaning behind his images.

His strengths include clean storytelling, rigorous composition, vibrant colours, creative problem solving and an ability to connect with his subjects, setting them at ease and making their time in front of the camera comfortable. He also excels at assembling an excellent crew, working collaboratively with clients and creating a friendly, happy vibe on set.

Peter’s work includes many styles and disciplines: portraiture, lifestyle, landscape, travel, and sports, among others. He splits his time between New York City and the Massachusetts Berkshires, working regularly with clients in New York and Boston as well as the entirety of New England. He is available to travel worldwide.

His clients have included Ernst & Young, Con Edison, Panasonic, Bayer, Harrison and Star, Novartis and Teva Neuroscience.

Marco Piana is a photographer and movie director known for his elegant cinematic style. Having discovered film-making and photography during his childhood, Marco moved to Paris to master his directing skills with "Maestro" Jack Garfein and then to New York to attend workshops with Uta Hagen.

In 2004, Marco made his film debut with 'Caius', and in 2010 he directed 'The Sexton's Wife', winning several international awards.

Since 2000, Marco's photographic fashion and beauty work has been published in a wide number of international magazines such as Italian Vogue, Marie-Claire, Cosmopolitan, ID magazine, Velour, Oyster, Neo2 and many others. His artwork has also been shown at international exhibits including Palais de Tokyo, Espace Renault, Milk Studio, Smashbox Los Angeles, and more.

Originally from Atlanta, Caroline Petters now calls Brooklyn home. She began creating imagery while in school at CU, Boulder but didn't fall in love with the medium until she took a few months to travel around Southeast Asia with her camera as her companion.

Caroline loves the challenge of taking a person, a scenario, a space - and of course food - and capturing it in a way that allows that image to live within an on-going story. She enjoys working closely with clients to create imagery that is at the heart of their brand.

Taipei-born, Hawaiian-raised Howard Huang's unique mix of a sharp creative vision and veteran technical prowess has catapulted him to become one of commercial photography's fastest-rising stars whose photographs create a fantasy land that moves seamlessly from the visually dramatic to the subtly enhanced. His models emerge as warm and sexy, with a touch of glamour and lingering drama. If nothing else, Howard's world is a visually arresting one: one look and you're mesmerised.

"I am always thinking of a narrative behind the shoot, because I prefer creating images with a powerful emotional impact. It has to be something that makes you feel a sensation: whether it's sexy or surprising, or even a disgusting feeling. But no matter what, it has to attract the eye instantaneously."

Huang's client work ranges from campaigns for Nintendo, Verizon and Panasonic to Times Square billboards for fashion brands like Southpole Clothing and Lot29. His dramatic, high-concept images have graced the books of iconic American authors and also appear in Vogue, The New York Times, Cosmopolitan, Interview, ID, Paper and Vibe.

Photographer Roger Neve is a true Gemini loving fashion photography but able to capture the essence of any subject even if they are not in designer clothes. His personality pushes the limits – his iconic photographs do the same. He treats every job as an adventure, whether he is shooting a model in a hot air balloon over a herd of elephants or racing across the beach chasing his subject to get that perfect shot. He once broke his ankle leaning off a bridge to capture the light in just the right way.

Roger possesses a certain joie de vivre that translates directly to his work. Even on a few hours sleep he manages to make it all happen with a smile on his face. A devout problem solver, he has talked his way out of many situations to get that perfect shot on the go when it was seemingly impossible. His technical consistency is unparalleled and clients would have a hard time finding a nicer guy to work with.

In 2014, Isabella Cassini won several awards at the International Photography Awards, including 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in 'Food', and 1st place in the overall 'Advertising' category (non-pro). She also took the Grand Prize for PDN’s food photography contest, 'Taste', catching the eye of judges from Bon Appetit, Saveur, Kinfolk Magazine, Modern Farmer and the Food Network Magazine.

Isabella's love for photography began when she picked up her first camera at age 15. Later, she landed a job with AtEdge (an exclusive photography publication showcasing the work of exceptional editorial and commercial photographers), as well as the esteemed Lucie Awards and IPA, allowing her to work with the industry's top talent and study their imagery intimately. This influenced her taste and eye, as Isabella had a growing desire to push the envelope and create cutting edge photos.

Much of her work, whether personal or commercial, stems from these early exposures; always striving to live up to the legendary photographers that came before her, and to make well-crafted and unique images.

Director/Photographer Stewart Cohen is known for the subtle yet effective fashion in which he directs people, and for the enthusiasm and energy he brings to all assignments. His visual approach is honest, resonant, authentic and cinematic. He moves seamlessly between large-scale productions and smaller intimate shoots keeping his visual acuity sharp.

Visit his website to see more work and contact Stewart directly by calling the studio 214.421.2186 or by email.

NEO Studios provides private, beautifully appointed classic loft studios in the most exciting neighborhood in New York City - NOHO/SOHO. Many of the best brands, photographers, fashion houses, production companies and producers repeatedly choose NEO for their most important projects.

With 14' high ceilings, CYC, kitchen, lounges and production space, in-house camera, lighting and grip, NEO is a favorite of photographers worldwide. Blackout or daylight, strobe or continuous lighting, editorial and advertising - all work at NEO.

Choose NEO for beauty, fashion, still-life, e-comm, sets, food and celebrity/portrait shoots, including film/sound. Its attentive staff has a proven record of support for the most exacting of clients.

NEO is also a wonderful venue for events. Intimate dinners/cocktail parties, product launches, editor reviews, meeting spaces, fittings and castings - all have been successfully produced at NEO.

Studio 333 is a custom creative studio rental in the heart of Manhattan on Park Avenue. Its mission is to provide a super comfortable workspace for creatives, photographers, artists and brands.

The interior of this spa-like studio includes a luxury production facility for creatives to plan, cast, create, and produce photo/video content. Every inch is utilised and all elements are designed to maximise, transform, or function in three or four capacities.

Aside from the studio aspect the loft, a comfortable lounge for creatives, can transform into an exclusive private event or gallery space for a unique showcase experience.

The Penthouse, located at 305 Seventh Avenue, is a unique location with 360-degree multi level views of Manhattan. Paul Colliton, owner and photographer, has just put this great space on the rental market. Not only does it have a fantastic rooftop it also has some interesting interiors, including a water tank room, elevator motor room, back staircase and a balcony with wrought iron railing.

The studio is a good size with windows to the south and west, a big bathroom with a shower, WiFi, fax and client computer. It is fully equipped with plenty of backdrops, strobes, and all the grip that goes with it. Paul has been in the space for 15 years and, as he says, "It has great Feng Shui!" Call or write to inquire about pricing.

Contact Paul on 212.807.6192, 917.833.9509 (cell), or via email.

CSI Rentals serves professional photographers and videographers with high end equipment to get the job done. The company is the one-stop-shop in New York City for photo and video equipment all under one roof, featuring camera and lighting rentals for still and video as well as expendable photo and video supplies.

CSI Rentals features professional camera systems including DSLR HD, medium format, pro-digital capture, video and cinema, motion follow focus rigs and accessories with convenient locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn.