canada Aug 2014

With more than 20 years of experience, Montreal / Quebec Photography Productions' primary function is to support producers, art directors and photographers in photo shoot productions. Services are turn-key: local producers, fixers, location managers, scouts, casting, equipment, catering, accommodation, transportation, negotiation, permits and insurance certificates, as well as an internationally savvy support crew. The team is thorough, resourceful, detail orientated, as well as responsible and flexible with changes as needed.

Quebec Locations Scouts: The company scouts all over Quebec, including Montreal and Quebec City. In order for clients to make a preliminary location choice, Quebec Locations Scouts has a huge database and uses the initial selection to ball park a geographical area. After a detailed briefing the company then actively scouts for the desired location.

Born and trained in England, Terry Collier’s passion for images led him initially into the film industry and then into the commercial world of advertising where he rapidly progressed from shooting beer and liquor advertisements to motorcycles and ultimately cars.

As one of the most successful advertising photographers in the automotive arena, Terry has established an enviable reputation as recipient of of over 100 international awards and continues to push the boundaries of creativity
within the camera.

Recent projects include shoots for Lexus, Audi and bids on projects for Chevrolet worldwide and Datsun in Russia.

Photolux Commercial produces food photography for advertising, packaging and editorial features. Other services include recipe creation, testing, as well as food and prop styling with the best freelance stylists in the industry. Available on-location or in its Toronto, Montreal or Ottawa studios, Photolux is committed to producing high quality work, on budget and within the tightest deadlines. Clients include McCain, Costco, Kirkland, MapleLeaf and Parmalat, to name a few.

The company has received various 'Applied Arts Awards', a 'Gourmand Cookbook Award', and was a recognised finalist in the 'PinkLady, Food Photographer of the Year' contest.

Visit Photolux' online portfolios and contact Christian to discuss requirements and to get assignment estimates.

"My studio has created compelling, award-winning content for brands like Red Bull, NIKE, Dove, ASICS, Absolute, and Johnnie Walker. We collaborate with agencies in NYC, Chicago, Toronto, London and Hamburg, and the content we produce is used in advertising strategies internationally.

My studio offers a complete, integrated service. It encompasses all aspects of production and post-production. I am supported by an in-house team of producers, assistants, and a world-class retoucher."

Toronto-based advertising and fashion photographer Dan Bannister's career began in editorial travel where he shot for clients such as Rough Guide, Penguin Publishing, Travel and The New York Times. Dan and his camera circumnavigated the globe and his work is fittingly shaped by an explorer’s spirit. His portraits especially reveal an appreciation for life’s stories and experiences, and Dan’s innate skill at appearing to effortlessly capture the perfect mood at the perfect moment is something his list of advertising and lifestyle clients covet.

Dan believes that perfection requires thoughtful effort, and so do his precisely crafted, yet candid images. But that suits his personality, and his ability to pull together large productions and create stunning brand images are the reasons his diverse roster of corporate, fashion and agency clients love working with him.

World-renowned photographer Pierre Choinière has immortalised widely acclaimed advertising campaign snapshots for fashion powerhouses Chrisitian Dior, Charles Jourdan and Chevignon, to name only a select few. Following his apprenticeship at the School of Modern Photography in Manhattan, notably studying under Yousuf Karsh, he very rapidly established a foothold as a photographer in Montreal.

A pioneer in Quebec fashion photography, Pierre is among the first photographers to have worked for Clin d’œil and Elle Québec. After moving to Paris in 1988, he became a household name in fashion advertising photography, working with the likes of Issey Miyake, Jean-Paul Gaultier, and Carole Bouquet.

Pierre resides in Montreal, Quebec where he owns a gallery and pursues his ongoing personal photojournalistic projects via his travels in Morocco, Mongolia and throughout the world.

Rudy Shoushany is a passionate Beirut-born Canadian photographer who has been deeply inspired by his profession since the age of 13.

Growing up in different parts of the world and traveling widely has greatly enriched his cultural background, which he applies behind the camera. Photography has fulfilled his desire to be a creative, active, bold and curious artist performing an non-traditional job.

Rudy's work has sent him throughout North American and the Middle East, and everywhere in between. Available in both Canada and Dubai, Rudy’s work has been published in several local and international magazines.

Mark Gribbon is a commercial action and lifestyle photographer from Vancouver B.C. He has over a decade of professional experience capturing authentic images in the remote Canadian back country and works with top athletes from around the world as well as a range of tourism clients and active lifestyle brands.

Mark’s style mixes natural and artificial light seamlessly to create images rich in texture and emotion while highlighting the character of his subjects. Working with his talented team, he is able to produce shoots from concept to completion whether working in isolated wilderness or the heart of a bustling city - all while keeping the atmosphere fun for everyone involved.

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.

Nik Milner has recently finished shooting cars for the 2015 Wal-Mart Dream Car Calendar as well as commissions for a number of architectural and corporate clients. The featured rock n’roll images were shot during the 80s and 90s for lighting and tour production companies and are a selection from his extensive back catalogue of images. Trained in London, England and now with 35 years of experience, Nik continues to shoot for new and existing clients.

Erich Saide is an award-winning photographer whose clients come back to him time and time again for his crisp, highly polished imagery. From soft and sensual to edgy and dramatic, his stylised, cleanly executed photos use incredible lighting to capture a diverse range of moods. After more than 13 years in the business, Erich’s body of work spans an impressive breadth of styles and industries.

Born in Kingston, Jamaica and raised in Vancouver, BC, Canada Erich’s passion for photography led him to study commercial photography at Langara College before embarking on a career in music, fashion, commercial and advertising photography, both locally and abroad.

He is thrilled to list among his clients Anna Kosturova Crochet Swimwear, NBA Star Steve Nash, Discovery Channel (Property Brothers), HGTV, Dawna Friesen and Sophie Louie of Global National News, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Lunchbox Studios (LA), Nickelback, Bestbuy, Readers Digest, designer Jason Matlo and actress Serinda Swann, to name a few. His work has also graced the pages of Elle Canada, and is the recipient of the L’Oreal Colour Trophy. For a complete client list visit the Clients page of his website.

The studio is located in Vancouver’s historic Gastown district. Highly motivated, energetic and full of passion for his craft, whether it's in the studio, on location, or by the side of a film set, Erich is happiest when he's creating powerful and dynamic images.

Jeff McNeill currently specialises in photographing residential and commercial properties for landscape architects and design build companies. His clients rely on him for his professionalism to deliver stunning images that engage people.

He has been in the phototgraphy business since 1992 where he had worked with a variety of established car photographers. In 1996, he focused mainly on automotive photography for clients like Nissan, Ford and Mazda. In 2002, he had the opportunity to work with Dutch landscape photographer Olaf Veltman. They have continued to work on many high profile projects.

In 2007, Jeff moved to Toronto to start a new chapter in his life and is now married with two boys.

HangLoose Media is happy to announce that since its February 2014 soft launch, the company has been extremely busy with HangLoose Media tours, bookings and meetings. Recent collaborations include brands such as Tequila Tromba, Flixel, Start Up Fashion Week, Jessgo, Joseph King, Hypnotic Mindscapes, Epilogger, Vocab Communication, and many more.

Because HangLoose Media is not just a studio, industry professionals are amazed at the talent and skills of the HLM team, not to mention the amenities and features they offer.

Isis Studio is a 2200 square foot photo and film studio, located in Toronto, just minutes from the downtown core. The studio features a 600 square foot infinity cove, a 20′ x 20′ wall of frosted glass with a southern exposure, and 40 foot ceilings. The open concept allows the studio to bathe in natural light all day long, while also having the option to use automated black out blinds at clients' discretion.

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