toronto Jan 2014

Zinc Production is a Canadian full-service photo and video production company servicing advertising agencies, photo agents, art buyers and fashion and lifestyle clients. The company manages all aspects of productions from locations, scouting, casting, permits, equipment hire and travel arrangements.

With producers and scouts in every region of Canada, Zinc provides clients with knowledgeable insight and valuable experience that is unparalleled in Canada with an attention to detail that has been regularly recognised as world class.

Zinc Production's clients include Target, Adidas, ESPN, Mullberry, Holt Renfrew, Joe Fresh, TOAST UK, Vogue Japan, Playboy, Ann Taylor, Tommy Hilfiger and Neiman Marcus.

 

Image Refinery is a post production studio based in Toronto. The company's success starts with understanding photography, scale, perspective and light, with a broad spectrum of expertise spanning traditional photography to pre-media production.

Image Refinery surpasses clients' expectations with the photorealism and attention to detail in its retouching. Starting at the conception stage, the company makes the most of every technique to solve problems and deliver the highest quality creative results on every job.

"We love to work with AD’s, designers and photographers alike to ensure the steps from conception to reality are as seamless as possible."

Nik Milner has been busy sourcing, driving and shooting cars for the 2014 Wal-Mart Dream Car Calendar along with working for several new architectural, manufacturing and corporate clients producing images for websites and printed material.

Trained in the UK, Nik continues to advance his client base since moving to Canada in 2006 and is going to Kenya in February to shoot stills, 360º panoramas and moving images in the Masai Mara, ending up on an Indian Ocean beach in Kilifi before returning to the winter in Canada.

Born and trained in the UK, Terry Collier’s passion for imagery led him initially into the film industry and then into the commercial world of advertising, which he pursued in Canada. His work has been gracing print media for the past three decades and he has shot in most North American locations and Europe with access to all sorts of production support.

To say Terry brings clarity and a caressing quality of light to the automotive arena is an understatement. His portfolio Includes virtually every automobile manufacturer, resulting in over 100 international awards. Terry’s latest work includes campaigns for Audi, Honda, Ford and Lexus. Whether on location or in studio, his stringently high standards are balanced by his calming force and creative sensibilities.
 

Paul Alexander has worked with some of this generation's biggest and brightest stars while executing global advertising campaigns for Miller Beer, Coca-Cola, Motorola and Jack Daniels. His work has been published in magazines such as L'Uomo Vogue, HELLO!, Vogue Sport, British ELLE, Cosmopolitan, MAXIM and Vogue UK.

"In work, I respect my clients’ wishes, deadlines, budgets and vision. In life, I respect those who have honour and integrity … but mostly, I respect those who try to understand others. By doing this, we all make the world a more beautiful place for trying."

Though Paul currently calls Toronto home, he has lived, worked and still maintains industry contacts in New York, Milan, Paris, Rome, Vienna, Athens, Amsterdam, Los Angeles, Cape Town, Buenos Aires, Miami and London.

Toronto-based photographer Robin Wong has extensive experience creating distinctive and compelling images in diverse environments. His quick creativity and solution-finding skills result in the innovative use of space in relation to his subjects as he strives to continually develop his style and technique.

Thrilled by the challenges of shooting on location, it has been his privilege to capture the authenticity and spontaneity of his subjects, from corporate executives to entertainment personalities, whom he puts at ease with his warmth, humour, and engaging personality.

Clients include HRPA, Concord Music Group, Ontario Federation of Agriculture, Bell Media, Co-operators, Magellan Aerospace, State Farm Insurance, Shaw Media and Partner Reinsurance, to name just a few.

Gabe Toth is a Toronto-based commercial, editorial and advertising photographer. Originally from Slovakia in the heart of Europe, he made the trek to Canada.

When not busy shooting still life, products, food and beautiful people, Gabe enjoys adventures while still glued to his camera. He provides clients with creative and hassle-free services, paying attention to their needs and requirements.

Visit his website to see more of his updated work.

Michel Bonomo has been a Montreal area freelance photographer for over 20 years. For the past eight, Michel has been photographing throughout the US and Canada. His images have been extensively used in advertising campaigns in both countries.

For Michel the lines are clearly defined - his main photographic interests are interiors, exteriors, architecture and the art of the garden.

Michel is available to work in Canada, the US and abroad.

Michael Mahovlich was born and raised in Toronto and at the tender age of 14 set his sights on becoming a commercial photographer. How did that happen? It’s a hilarious story, please be sure to ask Michael to tell it to you.

Since his early start, Michael Mahovlich has picked up a few awards including being  recognised by Communication Arts and Applied Arts. Equipped with a state-of-the-art 2,500 sq.ft. studio and an excellent production team, no job is too difficult to produce at home or abroad. Clients include the Greater Toronto Airport Authority, Downsview Kitchens, Canada Post, and Loblaws Inc.

Michael looks forward to using his expertise to help realise your creative vision.

Visit the website for more captivating imagery.

By The Booth effectively brings together storytelling, technology, design and production to create culturally relevant video, motion, and app development.

At the heart of compelling content is a great story, and their unique approach ensures branded content has a meaningful narrative to inform, engage and inspire.

By The Booth creates and edits corporate videos, television commercials, instructional pieces, fashion and beauty editorials, and everything in between. The company also develops web applications, helping clients build an online presence that represents the distinct brand they wish to illustrate.

Brands are built on stories. By The Booth can help tell yours.

Visit the website for more information.

Kaspi Films Inc. is an award-winning, full service video production company, specialising in aerial videography and commercial photography, based 25 minutes east of Toronto.

With 5K cinema cameras, octocopters, gimbals, lights, dollies, jibs and more, Kaspi creates high quality productions suitable for a range of clients, from tourism to corporate.

Recent clients include Toyota, Mazda, Nissan, Coors Light, Sleeman, Ontario Tourism, Niagara Parks Commission, Costco, Canadian Tire, Freed Developments, Geranium Corporation and more.

When shooting in Canada, look no further than S1 - one of the country’s finest for studio and location services for still and motion photography, with a full suite of still and motion services, whether in studio or on location.

S1’s facilities are conveniently located on Toronto’s downtown east side, while its van services allow for simple deliveries or more complex location packages.

"With S1, it’s simple: you just show up and shoot."

Clients include Rolling Stone, Elle, Vanity Fair, W, GQ, L’Uomo Vogue, Marie Claire, ABC Disney, Alliance Atlantis, Fox Searchlight, NBC Universal and Paramount.

Sequoia's production service solutions are focused on providing the best outcome for clients. The company handles researching location references, film permit acquisition, visa applications, work permits, logistical arrangements and provides production management.

"We love creative problem solving, and collaborating on great work."

Sequoia's culture is built around assembling great people in each department who share its passion. Canada offers a beautiful range of locations from contemporary urban art spaces to remote frozen glaciers. The country's long history of multiculturalism has made a talent pool that is both deep and broad, and there are also indigenous wild animals that love the camera.