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PROJECTS
Dan Goldberg on Being Adaptable and Nimble for Taylor Farms
Sometimes, even the best-laid plans can go awry. And it’s the photographer and crew’s job to be adaptable in order to maintain a successful shoot. Dan Goldberg’s recent shoot with Taylor Farms tested this, but a solid pre-production and nimble crew kept the shoot on track.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Erika Henke, and the Power of Building Strong Relationships
In this episode, we discuss the importance of building strong relationships in the industry, as well as the challenges faced by new entrants.
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PROJECTS
Capturing Climate Change: Andrei Duman's Visual Representation of Lake Powell's Devastating Transformation
Using his creativity and technical expertise, Andrei Duman produced a stunning visual representation of the effects of climate change on Lake Powell.
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NEWS
Cade Martin's Spy Museum Series Wins "Best-in-Show" in This Year's Communication Arts Photography Competition
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PROJECTS
Projected: Kremer/Johnson and a Commentary on Experimentation, Technology and Pushing Your Artistry
Kremer/Johnson's new test shoot, Projected, allows for their creative instincts to flourish and experiment with different technology.
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PROJECTS
Music and Community: Zach Anderson’s Trip to Coachella
In between and during the numerous sets, Zach Anderson captured the spirit of the festival and highlighted the high-end production value of the performances. This work is a testament to the power of art and community to inspire, connect and uplift.
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INSIGHTS
'The Story of Art Without Men' Book Discussion
I saw Katy Hessel speak about her book, The Story of Art Without Men, and wanted to share a few thoughts.
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PROJECTS
Embracing the Unexpected: Cade Martin's 'A Fish Story'
While some take the road less traveled, Cade Martin takes detours to bring him to the unexpected. His imagination is such that he has learned not to fear the unknown, but to embrace it.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Cliff Lewis, and Being Ambitious for the Work
In this episode we take a deep dive into Cliff’s world and cover topics such as social media, finding your voice, and being ambitiously creative.
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NEWS
Jason Lindsey's Cracks in the Ice Series selected for PORTFOLIO 2023 Exhibition at the Atlanta Photography Group
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, with Kim Stoerker, The Producer as a Partner and Resource to All
Kim Stoerker shares valuable insights on the ever-evolving role of art producers, the importance of successful creative calls and treatments, and the challenges of bidding on projects.
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NEWS
Andrei Duman: A Vision Though Vibrancy
"My life is full of energy, rich in color and always moving forward — my life is vibrant. And because my life is vibrant, it is not surprising that so is my photography."
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PROJECTS
Capturing Elegance and New York Charm: Doug Menuez' Shoot with Josephine Linden for Harper's Bazaar Australia
Using his editorial and street photography experience, Doug Menuez captured Josephine Linden’s elegance and sophistication in celebration of her illustrious career.
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INSIGHTS
Shaping the Art of Photography: Zachary Scott’s Point of View on AI
Zachary Scott’s work brings a harmony of story, emotion and design to create a singular cohesive image that feels original. With expression being one of AI notoriously lacking elements, we thought his perspective on the topic would be a good place to start.
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PROJECTS
Infusing Authenticity into Beauty Standards: Lupine Hammack's Work With Everything Hand Tied
Learn how Lupine Hammack's childhood on a hippie commune influenced his work with Everything Hand Tied
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Specializing vs “Doing it All” - What Makes a Producer Most Valuable with Karen Blatchford
Our first episode of a new season of Dear Art Producer! On this episode, Heather sits down with Karen Blatchford, Senior Producer at VMLY&R in Chicago.
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PROJECTS
Capturing the Essence of Communities: Andy Anderson on the Responsibility and Privilege of Being Invited In
As a photographer, being invited into a specific community to shoot is a privilege, honor and responsibility to capture its essence through your lens. Andy Anderson is an artist whose humility, openness and curiosity have opened up the opportunity to shoot within communities in small towns, remote villages and vibrant cities and his experience has poised him to be able to capture these idiosyncrasies.
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PROJECTS
The Perfect Project: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at David Martinez' Rewarding Pharmaceutical Photoshoot
We can't always share pharma work, so instead we are sharing the BTS story of David Martinez' "Perfect Project"
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PROJECTS
Capturing Culinary Art: Dan Goldberg's Imagery Brings The Green O's '8 Courses of Spring' Cookbook to Life
Continuing on his long-term partnership, Dan Goldberg shot the images for The Green O's‘8 Courses of Spring’ cookbook.
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PROJECTS
Zach Anderson Uses Distinct Vignettes to Evoke Emotions for Erleada
For his recent campaign with Erleada, a treatment for prostate cancer, Zach Anderson traveled to Toronto, Seattle and Anacortes to depict three very different vignettes, each showing how the drug can improve the life of its user.
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson Doubles the Impact As a Creative Duo
Learn how serendipity brought Neil and Cory together to build their photography business.
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PROJECTS
The Beauty of Human Connection and How David W. Johnson Captures it Through Photography
David W. Johnson is someone who prioritizes and supports his community in his work, as well as personal life. Rather than seeking a perfectly curated image, David looks for spaces where change is happening and lives are enriched.
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NEWS
Jason Lindsey's Film, "Mussel Grubbing", Included in A Number of Film Festivals
This film won "Best Documentary" at the World Water Film Festival
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PROJECTS
Capturing the Resilience of Real-Life Heroes: Cade Martin's Project with The Wounded Warrior Project
Cade Martin's project with the Wounded Warriors Project reminded him of the profound impact his work can have. Through his lens, he was able to capture the incredible resilience and strength of the warriors who have given so much to their country.
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INSIGHTS
Andy Anderson: Overcoming the Fear of AI by Seeing the Potential
Andy Anderson’s curiosity has taken him all over the world. Now, it has pushed him to learn all he can about AI and how he can use generated images to augment treatments, collaborate more efficiently and explore the depths of his creativity.
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PROJECTS
Shooting Beyond Food: Dan Goldberg's Unexpected Pursuit
Dan Goldberg's projects for Glenview Doors and GE Health are outside of his typical food photography wheelhouse, but for Dan, that's a selling point.
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PROJECTS
Doug Menuez on His Craft and How Technology and AI Factor in
With the advent of AI, we are witnessing in real-time the next generation of photography’s evolution. Because of this, we asked Doug to share his insights into how this new technology will affect his craft.
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PROJECTS
Andrei Duman's 'ExoSkeleton' is a Confluence of Creative Fervor, Technology and Curiosity
Andrei Duman's ExoSkeleton project showcases his creative versatility in harmony with his technological prowess through detailed images of insects.
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NEWS
David W. Johnson Joins Our Roster as a Story Keeper and Brings Imagery Full of Nostalgia and Soul
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson; Creating a Visible Solution to an Invisible Problem for a Pharma Client
With the sensitivity and discretion that Pharma campaigns require, Kremer/Johnson needed to creatively edit their images to show the effects that ADHD has on children, without explicitly stating that.
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PROJECTS
Dan Goldberg's 'A World in a City' Project Celebrates the Diversity of Chicago
Sharing a passion for food, adventure and community, Dan Goldberg partnered with longtime collaborator and friend, prop stylist Andrea Kuhn to create a collection of images titled, A World in a City
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PROJECTS
How Zachary Scott Created Key Art for TikTok's Favorite Baseball Team
Through exaggerated expressions, set design, image composition and color, Zachary’s personal humor is subtle enough to let subjects like the Savannah Bananas own style be the hero of the shot.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack’s In Camera Skills Create a Striking Illusion for Progressive Insurance
Lupine Hammack displays his experience and enterprising ideas to combine two very different shoots into a cohesive campaign for Progressive Insurance.
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PROJECTS
Andy Anderson Parlays His Talents Into Fashion Photography
Having traveled around the world on editorial and commercial shoots over his illustrious career, a style of photography has recently inspired Andy - fashion. As a person with an unyielding curiosity, Andy acted on this inspiration and piggybacked a personal project to create a fashion test shoot.
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PROJECTS
Zach Anderson Tells Stories of Identity Through His Photography
Combining his love of distinctive color to communicate emotion, music as a barometer for feeling and his celebration of the queer community, Zach Anderson’s new project highlights Drag Queens in Boise, ID.
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NEWS
Two of Jason Lindsey's Crack in the Ice Images Selected for the International Photography Exhibition 164
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NEWS
Kremer/Johnson Featured in Professional Photography Magazine
PROJECTS
Cade Martin Makes the Most of his Time on a Shared Set for Toyota
On a new project with Toyota, Cade Martin needed to be “ninja-like” in his work; quiet but aggressive in getting the assets he needed.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Doug Menuez' Seabourn Campaign and the Thrill of Seeing Work in Print
Sharing Doug Menuez' Seabourn campaign
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PROJECTS
Dan Goldberg on Collaboration, Community and Photographing 100 Pies
Collaborating with fellow Chicagoan Maya-Camille Broussard for her cookbook, Justice of the Pies was as sweet as the pies photographed.
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NEWS
Over 100 People, 27 Agencies, 1 Best Friend and a Reminder of the Power of Connection
After spending the fall in New York, here are my reflections.
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PROJECTS
Jason Lindsey’s ‘Corn Futures’; Proving We Have More to Gain Together Than Apart
In a world so constantly polarized like opposite ends of a magnet, Jason Lindsey’s Corn Futures project is a breath of fresh air.
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PROJECTS
A Photojournalism Background Poises Doug Menuez to Capture Real Patient's Stories
Doug Menuez' pharma and healthcare work has created a robust portfolio of campaigns, PSAs and portraiture that evokes every kind of emotion.
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NEWS
A Night at the Ace; Reunions, Celebration, and Appreciation
After a two year hiatus, Marianne Campbell and I co-hosted our annual art producer appreciation party at the Ace Hotel in New York.
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PROJECTS
Kremer Johnson's Provocative 'Second Thoughts' Series
'Second Thoughts' calls into question the original intent of the Second Amendment, in Kremer Johnson's notable conceptual style.
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PROJECTS
Zach Anderson Markets to Gen Z and Millennials in Two Distinct Cities for RenoTahoe Tourism
Zach Anderson’s vision through consciousness means having no ego on set and boldly communicating emotions to make an impact, making him a perfect fit for this project for RenoTahoe Tourism
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin’s Top Secret Project
Museums often display objects that are unobtainable in our normal lives. Some bring experiences you could only read about in Sci-Fi books. The International Spy Museum sits somewhere in the middle, so with Cade's imaginative storytelling abilities and his prowess as a conceptual photographer, the project fit perfectly in his portfolio.
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NEWS
Doug Menuez' Final Tribute to his Father Places First in 2022 International Photography Awards
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PROJECTS
Through Color, Emotion and Framing Kremer Johnson Reimagines Automotive Advertising
Kremer/Johnson's project with Chevy to photograph the brand’s new Silverado works to reimagine traditional automotive advertising. Using inspiration from Wes Anderson and high tech camping gear, the duo and their team set off into the woods.
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PROJECTS
Zachary Scott On Working With High Profile Subjects
As a seasoned editorial photographer, Zachary Scott has worked with over 50 celebrities from all types of industries. Leaning into his humorous nature, Zachary comes up with ideas for scenes that take the celebrity out of their normal trope and into something distinct.
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NEWS,INSIGHTS
Reinvigoration by way of Chicago
After spending a week in Chicago, I am feeling excited, optimistic and hopeful about the state of our industry. And boy did it feel good to reconnect with Chicago agencies, fellow reps and my local photographers.
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PROJECTS
Jason Lindsey Tells Complete Stories Through Motion
Jason Lindsey shares his philosophy when shooting motion, some of his favorite films he's directed, and how uses his empath nature to capture the full story.
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PROJECTS
Andy Anderson Works in Deference to the People of Idaho for Blue Cross of Idaho
Knowing Andy can create intimate portraiture and vast landscapes, along with his love of Idaho, made him the perfect candidate to shoot for Blue Cross of Idaho.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Doug Menuez' Image Places First in the 2022 APA Awards' Photojournalism Category
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Nicole Schiavo, Establishing Yourself In an Ever-Changing Industry
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather sits down with Nicole Schiavo, Associate Integrated Producer at DDB Chicago.
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PROJECTS
Sharing Authentic Stories; Kremer Johnson on Working with Real Healthcare and Pharma Patients
Kremer Johnson has photographed over 100 real patients over the past few years through their work with several Los Angeles area hospitals. No two patients are the same, creating the opportunity to tell an infinite number of stories, something that Kremer Johnson excels at.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Kremer Johnson's 'Second Thoughts' Series Places Second in the 2022 APA Awards' Series Category
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PROJECTS
A 2 Minute Video About a A Life Lived Outdoors as Told by Andy Anderson for Skinvivia
Andy Anderson’s recent campaign with Skinviva required an abundance of sensitivity, as most pharma campaigns do. Because of this he wanted every element of the shoot to meld to create the most authentic story, told in a 2 minute spot.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack Challenges Perception with 'This is Not Food'
Surrealist art meets challenging social norms in Lupine Hammack's series, 'This Is Not Food'. Lupine and Creative Partner Sarah James conceived this personal project as a nod to artist Magritte and as a way to challenge how we perceive things.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Building Community Through the Love Fridge
Conscious of the world around him, and the community in his backyard, Dan Goldberg believes that when we are stronger together. So it’s no surprise that he found a solution to the extra gourmet food left over from shoots. The Love Fridge is a Chicago-based initiative to nourish those who need it, through mutual aid.
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PROJECTS
Join the Afterparty with Kremer Johnson
The cast of Apple TV’s “The Afterparty” joined Neil and Cory for a quick one hour shoot. Their time may have been limited but the collaborative ideas bounced around the four walls of the hotel room.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Andy Anderson, A Bucket List Project
On this special episode of Dear Art Producer, Photographer and Director Andy Anderson joins in on the conversation. This episode covers his trip to Nepal to photograph and interview the Sherpa people.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin and a Reminder That Inspirations Aren't Always Linear
Inspirations aren’t linear, and why limit it to one storyline. This project incorporates Mexico, Film Noir and Westerns. Just Cade in Merida, Mexico with his camera and imagination.
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PROJECTS
Tapping into Personal Interests; Zach Anderson, Tate McRae and Maybelline
In his element at a record store, his recent shoot with Maybelline allowed Zach to tap into his interests in order to deliver stills that exactly fit the creative direction. Beyond that, the only talent on set was singer-songwriter Tate McRae.
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NEWS
Jason Lindsey's TV Spot for Wyoming Tourism Selected for Communication Arts Photo Annual 63
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Jamie Zimmermann, The Individual Evolution of a Producer
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Integrated Art Producer, Jamie Zimmermann returns to the show. In their conversation, Heather and Jamie discuss Jamie’s love for puzzle-like projects, her biggest challenges, working with cost consultants, and doing tarot card readings for her productions!
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Dan Southwick, Creativity and The Integrated Producer
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather sits down with Dan Southwick, Senior Integrated Producer at LinkedIn Creative Studio. In their conversation, Heather and Dan discuss what it is like being a musician turned art producer, working as part of an internal agency, and how constant reinventing and evolving is part of the industry.
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PROJECTS
Embark on a Mystical Adventure Curated by Zachary Scott, Kiva and Stout
Zachary Scott's work for Kiva is creative and unique. Creating bespoke scenes for the individual flavors of the product, sends the viewer on a mystical adventure to worlds undiscovered.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Tanya Hotton, What it Takes to Be a Successful Freelance Art Producer
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather is joined by freelance Art Producer, Tanya Hotton. In this dynamic conversation, Heather and Tanya talk about what her role as a freelance art producer looks like these days, what it was like for her during COVID when work stopped coming in, and how she finds her artists.
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Dan Goldberg's Rebranding Project with Pamela's and Faven
Dan Goldberg collaborated on a rebrand for Pamela’s, a gluten free brand, to bring fresh new looks to the brand. After 20 years of having the same packaging, Dan knew this meant working hard to present a look they’d be happy with for the next 20.
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Kingston, NY Community Celebrates Doug Menuez' Wild Place Exhibit Opening
Doug Menuez shared video of his Wild Place exhibit opening at the new CPW Kingston. capturing the cornerstones of the event; reunions, laughter, dancing, hugs and community.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Taylor Kigar, Chasing vs. Starting Trends and Working with New Artists
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather is joined by Integrated Producer at Deutsch, Taylor Kigar. In their conversation, Heather and Taylor discuss the role of an Integrated Producer, the challenges she faces in today’s world, what she looks for in photographers, and why it is always worth it to work with new people.
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PROJECTS
Kremer Johnson Explores a Cross Section of Humanity with Craigslist Encounters
Kremer/Johnson came up with the ultimate personal project as a result of wanting to work with different subjects as well as a curiosity of the advertisement website, Craigslist. It’s there that Neil found about 100 participants who responded to his ad “Portrait Subjects Needed”.
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PROJECTS
Andy Anderson Highlights the Sherpa People from 17,598 feet
Andy Anderson’s unyielding curiosity has taken him from Alaska to photograph wild grizzly bears, to Argentina to capture the soul of gauchos, to the south side of Chicago to work with rehabilitated gang members and many places in between. Most recently, it took Andy to Nepal to photograph and interview the often overlooked Sherpa people.
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PROJECTS
17 Videos and 80 stills For Dan Goldberg’s Project With Kamado Joe
Not even a Chicago blizzard could keep Dan Goldberg from a creative stills and motion campaign for Kamado Joe. Read on to how Dan came up with innovative solutions on the fly to deliver the final product to the client.
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson Places Emphasis on Continuity and Efficiency in Motion Work
As a duo, Kremer/Johnson has learned to shoot motion work efficiently while maintaining continuity. Synergy is always at play, with Neil taking the lead on stills and Cory directing motion. Through cohesive teamwork, they are able to capture the same look for both motion and stills, using a variety of lighting techniques.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin Takes a Human Centric Approach to Medical Technology
Cade Martin aims that each image he creates holds a narrative living beyond the single still moment. His work is often a blend of imagination and reality so subtle, that you will be questioning if your own imagination isn't running wild. So when MACLYN came to him with a healthcare campaign that aimed to show the full human experience, as well as the technological capabilities, Cade was the perfect fit.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
David Martinez Refreshes his Director’s Reel, Placing Emphasis on Levity, Simplicity and a Good Beat
David Martinez is a collector of stories, with every new encounter an opportunity to tell a unique story and remove what isn’t needed in order to reveal the essential. In his new Director’s Reel, David captures fresh faces, new adventures and moments of zen.
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PROJECTS
Zachary Scott, The New York Times Magazine, and a Traveling Cactus
Zachary Scott has been shooting editorial the majority of his career. In fact, his oldest client is The New York Times Magazine, who began hiring him in 2005. He has always loved working with the magazine as it has introduced him to incredible creatives, allowed him to work with a-list celebrities and has given him opportunities to travel around the world. His most recent cover for the magazine is with comedian and actor Bob Odenkirk.
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NEWS
Jason Lindsey's Solar Hero Image Selected for APA LA's 2022 Off the Clock Competition
Jason's personal project, Solar Heroes, is a celebration of the people who install solar. He was aware that this was a politically charged topic when it shouldn’t be. So, Jason sought to highlight these unsung heroes. One of those images has been selected for APA LA's 2022 Off the Clock Competition.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Deb Grisham, Facilitating Creative Connections in the Era of Remote Work
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather is joined by Deb Grisham, Director of Photography Production at Creative Drive. Listen as Heather and Deb discuss changes in the industry in the time they have known each other, what makes meaningful relationships, how to facilitate connection whether working in person or remote and the pros and cons of each.
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PROJECTS
Bringing Still Portraits to Life: Lupine Hammack's Collaborative Motion Project with SLATE
Creating movement within a still portrait can seem impossible and might turn others away from such a project. However, Lupine Hammack is excited by the idea of doing something unimaginable. His alchemic mind is always buzzing with ideas, so when Brian from design studio SLATE came to him asking if he could create slow moving portraits of a dog to highlight new veterinary medicine technology, Lupine was all in.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Raquel Duarte and The Dynamic Life a Freelance Producer in an Ever-Evolving Advertising Industry
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather is joined by Executive Producer, Raquel Duarte. In their conversation, Heather and Raquel dive deep into the challenges of being a freelance producer, remote work, the evolution of the producer’s role in such a dynamic industry, as well as insight into Raquel’s personal working style and processes.
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NEWS
Jason Lindsey's 'Cracks in the Ice' Featured on Lenscratch for Earth Week
Daily journal LENSCRATCH featured Jason Lindsey's 'Cracks in the Ice' Series for Earth Week. Sustainability is a priority for Jason and much of his work focuses on capturing images that either show nature's immense beauty, or implore the viewer to take action to save it. Cracks in the Ice is a metaphor for the precariousness and vulnerability of those I love.
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NEWS
Zachary Scott's Image Selected to Appear in the AI-AP 38 American Photography Print Annual
Zachary Scott has been photographing local animals for SLO Life Magazine's “Pet Collective” Magazine. One image, of Zachary's own dog Rudy, was selected to appear in the AI-AP 38 American Photography Print Annual
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NEWS
Kremer/Johnson Are Winners in The Agent's Club 2022 Photography Awards
Kremer/Johnson's Image 'Broken' Wins in the Poetic Category in The Agent's Club 2022 Photography Awards.
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NEWS
Doug Menuez on Digital Camera World
Digital Camera World features Doug Menuez in their recent issue. It's always an honor to have our photographers and their work highlighted in media outlets and this article emphasize Doug's lifelong commitment to documenting our shared humanity.
Jason Lindsey's 'Born of the Bond' Campaign for Zoetis Wins Four National Awards
Jason Lindsey's work for Zoetis, in partnership with Bader Rutter, won four awards including Best in Show at the National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) Awards.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Arpi Agdere and The New Normal
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather is joined by Arpi Agdere, Producer at Wieden + Kennedy. In their conversation, Heather and Arpi explore the joys and the challenges of being an Art Producer in this day and age and how COVID protocols are simply part of production now.
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PROJECTS
Dan Goldberg’s Video for Green-O Resort Immerses You in an Intimate Culinary, Architectural and Sensory Experience.
Long lasting relationships are paramount in our industry. Dan Goldberg's Vision Through Gathering tells the story of Dan and shares his belief that there is always room for more at the table. He has worked with Paws Up Resort for 20 years and was excited to hear of a new couples-only resort called The Green O.
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NEWS
Jason Lindsey's Image has Been Selected for the United Nation's Flag Project
We are excited to announce that an image from Jason Lindsey's Solar Heroes project was selected to be a part of the United Nation's Climate Change Exhibit, to be on display at Rockefeller Center in New York City.
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PROJECTS
Doug Menuez Leverages His Deep Rooted Industry Knowledge to Refresh Intel's Image Library
Tech giant Intel needed a photographer for their rebrand who would produce a refreshed library of images that show how people are working in 2022. Doug Menuez's on the ground experience with technology companies over the past 30 years positioned him to excel with this task using his expertise and deep industry knowledge to convey how these companies work and how they have changed.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Anya Mills and the Importance of Relationships and Resourcefulness
In this week's episode Heather and Anya explore the importance of relationships, challenges faced during the pandemic, and how Anya brings her experience as a creative to the role of producer.
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PROJECTS
Jason Lindsey On the Importance of Equity, Diversity and Representation During the Casting Process
We've seen Jason Lindsey's skill as director in the past, but his work for Acuity had Jason showcase his storyboarding abilities and aptitude to tell a story as effectively as possible. With a second photographer, Jason could focus on the bigger picture and directing.
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PROJECTS
Zach Anderson Taps Into His Spontaneous Nature for Miller Lite
Valuing spontaneity has allowed Zach Anderson to catch some amazing shots. It’s hard for him to turn off the photographer inside, always looking at the current landscape around him or to his subjects, better described as his friends, as inspiration. He likes to capture people in their natural environment, to represent a snippet of their life in each frame. His recent project with Miller Lite did just that.
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NEWS
Let’s Cheers With a Smile and an Old Fashioned to Welcome Zachary Scott to Our Roster
For some time, we've admired Zachary Scott's work for his creative scene setting, his ability to get a-list celebrities to do farcical poses and the stylized nature of his imagery. So when this potential partnership came about, we knew it was meant to be, and are excited to announce that Zachary is now a part of the Heather Elder Represents roster.
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson Taps Into Their Inner Child For Chatbooks
Part of Kremer/Johnson's genius is their ability to create convincing narratives in their imagery that allows the viewer to take a step into the scene. Explaining in jest they are just grown children, Neil and Cory said they found directing children to be fun and rewarding on their project with Chatbooks.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Nelson Luesse and How Producers Act as Translators on Set
In their conversation, Heather and Nelson explore the role of the producer and how some things have changed during the pandemic.
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NEWS
Doug Menuez's 'Wild Place' To Be First Exhibit at New Location of The Center for Photography Woodstock
Doug Menuez‘s years-long series “Wild Place” ill be on exhibit at The Center for Photography in Woodstock, NY February 5 - April 3, 2022. The exhibition’s opening will coincide with the debut of CPW’s new Kingston facilities in Midtown. Menuez’s exhibition will be on view at Prince Street Studios and CPW’s new offices at 474 Broadway in Kingston.
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NEWS
Are You a Photographer Who Wants to Use Your Art to Raise Money for Ukraine?
Use your own art to make a difference around the world.
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NEWS
Support Ukraine Through Giving Photography
We believe that photography can become the catalyst to start meaningful conversations around urgent issues in our world and raise money to help support them. And, right now, we want to focus our attention and efforts on aide to Ukraine.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack Delivers for Shipt's First Commercial Campaign
Through experience, skill and a collaborative spirit, Lupine Hammack is ready to exceed any and all expectations. The client of his recent work, Shipt, had never done a commercial shoot, but with Lupine's calm demeanor, the final images were a hit.
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David Martinez Keeps Things Simple and Films Solo for Peace Vans
Photographer and Director David Martinez values simplicity in life and in his work. He is always looking for ways to eliminate unnecessary distractions that can take away from the beauty in front of us. So when we sat down to talk to him about his recent work with Peace Vans, we weren’t surprised to hear that this project evolved from a chance encounter in a coffee shop in Baja.
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Neil Kremer; A Vision Through Discovery
Neil Kremer is one half of the photography duo Kremer/Johnson. In order to understand how they work as a team, we needed to learn about Neil and Cory as individuals. We present Neil's Vision Through Discovery.
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Cory Johnson; A Vision Through Ingenuity
Cory Johnson is one half of the photography duo Kremer/Johnson. In order to understand how they work as a team, we needed to learn about Neil and Cory as individuals. We present Cory's Vision Through Ingenuity.
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson; Creating With a Vision Through Synergy
We've all seen the co-workers who show up to work dressed alike and the dogs and their owners who somehow resemble one another. While those might be examples of coordination and partnership — they are way off-base when it comes to Kremer/Johnson.
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PROJECTS
Dan Goldberg Takes Us Back in Time With Vintage Cocktails
Collaborating once again with prop stylist Andrea Kuhn and food stylists Maria Del Mar, Dan Goldberg's latest series, Vintage Cocktails uses dramatic lighting, pops of color, and details in every corner of each shot.
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PROJECTS
Andy Anderson's Work for Venor is a Breath of Fresh Air
Andy Anderson recently worked with a new brand, Venor, and proved that fashion photography can break away from the norm. With natural light, stylish outdoor clothing, and racially representative talent, the images are figuratively a breath of fresh air.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin Finds Balance Through [ee-kwuh-lib-ree-uhm]
Cade Martin's project, [ee-kwuh-lib-ree-uhm], represents what it means to strike true balance when collaborating. Normally Cade is extremely hands on with collaborators, however since he and artist Vincent Serritella work with different media, it left them on their own to create a collective project. This challenged Cade but created extraordinary pieces of art.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack Brings the Heat for Fenty
"Your reputation precedes you" is a phrase that can be nerve wracking to hear. But when you're Lupine Hammack, it is usually followed with a need for a photographer who can take an ordinary project and transform it into tantalizing visuals. Such was the case when the Senior Director of Video at Kendo saw a job for Fenty involving cherries getting lit on fire, and immediately though of Lupine for the job.
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Jason Lindsey's Typical Day: Avalanche Warnings, Frozen Eye Lashes, and White Out Conditions
Most people would run the other way when hearing about environmental obstacles. Not Jason Lindsey. See his collection of images and motion, shot for Wyoming Tourism.
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Andy Anderson Embraces 100 Person Crew on Location for Zoetis
Andy has shot numerous campaigns with horses. His assignment for Zoetis, was in his wheelhouse as they wanted him to shoot animals alongside a 100 person film crew.
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PROJECTS
Doug Menuez Captures Women's Stories of Wanderlust, Luxury, and Romance for Seabourn
Doug Menuez’s work for Seabourn Cruise Line is a prime example of his documentary approach, telling a story within each individual frame, encouraging talent on set to get into a role and play out a story as he shoots.
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PROJECTS
Dynamic Collaborations Case Study: Cade Martin, Fedde Souverein, Progressive Insurance, and Arnold Worldwide
Remote work and extraneous circumstances require photographers to embrace collaborative efforts. Here is a case study of Cade's and Fedde Souverein's most recent work.
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson's Reminder: Never Quit Exploring Your Creative Capabilities
Kremer/Johnson’s project with Bilt, conceived and shot during COVID when budgets were tight, meant Neil and Cory needed to get scrappy. Check out the grand look they achieved!
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PROJECTS
Zach Anderson: Creating with a Vision Through Consciousness
Zach Anderson has an idiosyncratic vocabulary and creates images that stand on their own. In a wonderful blend of color, wanderlust, and ‘dude I need to capture this’ mentality, we present Zach’s ‘Vision through Consciousness’.
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NEWS
The 2022 Graphis Photography Annual Will Feature Andy Anderson's Work
Andy Anderson had two series selected for the 2022 Graphis Photography Annual. His South Side Gang series took home gold and his series Silver-Bukaroos took silver.
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PROJECTS
Photographer and Director Zach Anderson Takes Us on a Road Trip
Zach has a wanderlust that can't be extinguished. Armed with his camera or iPhone, together with his artist friends, he embarks on a spontaneous road trip.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Chrissy Borgatta Liuzzi, and How Some Jobs Can Be as Important as a College Education
Dear Art Producer episode 78 is here and this week Heather is joined by Chrissy Borgatta Liuzzi, Sr. Art Producer at Innocean Worldwide.
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PROJECTS
Andy Anderson Rewrites History with The American Battlefield Trust
Andy Anderson collaborated with Jeff Griffith Creative and the American Battlefield Trust Magazine, Hallowed Ground, to pay homage to a Civil War battle.
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PROJECTS
Photographer and Director Jason Lindsey Shoots with a Cinematic, Documentary Style for Zoetis
Jason Lindsey is drawn to the duality of agriculture work. While it is rooted in science, there is an art to cultivate a prosperous crop or livestock. This was a fitting assignment for pharma company, Zoetis
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Digital Portfolio: Food Photographer Dan Goldberg Gives Us a Taste
Dan Goldberg wants every image he creates to encapsulate tantalizing aroma, mouth-watering taste, and delicious tender textures to allow your imagination to evoke all of your senses just by looking at it.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Digital Portfolio: Lupine Hammack Shares His Alchemic Style
With a vision through 'Alchemy', Lupine Hammack is always looking for ways to create by combining simple elements and turning them into something magical.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Sari Rowe, and the Value of Personal Work
Dear Art Producer episode 79 is here and this week Heather is joined by Executive Content Producer at Snyder Studio, Sari Rowe.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Digital Portfolio: The Result of Kremer/Johnson's Unique Synergy
Always innovating and evolving, Kremer/Johnson created a digital portfolio that tells their quirky, narrative-driven conceptual story.
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NEWS
Collaborative Processes, Artificial Intelligence, and Value-Driven Brands
Here is what you missed from the artists at Heather Elder Represents in October. Plus, additional resources from the Dear Art Producer Podcast and the Artist Management Association.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin Tempts an Old Legend in "Island of the Dolls"
Cade’s interest in stories and unique narratives paired with his limitless imagination pulled him to explore the legend of the Xochimilco canal in Mexico.
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PROJECTS
Doug Menuez Documents the Changing Face of Kingston, NY
Under the radar from the city of Kingston at large, Doug Menuez‘s “Wild Place” is a years-long series, a positive voice for what he sees and who he meets in his beloved hometown.
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NEWS
Le Book Connections Chicago Awards Kremer/Johnson
LeBook just announced the winners for the Creative Awards from Connections Chicago and we are excited to announce that KremerJohnson won for their Dive print in the non-advertising category.
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NEWS
Cade Martin Earns Two Honorable Mentions From IPA Awards
Cade’s images “Rainbow Room” and “Mackayla” both received honorable mention in the Advertising: Brand Campaign category.
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NEWS
Kremer/Johnson Is Among the Winners for the IPA Awards
Kremer/Johnson received first place in the Advertising and Conceptual categories, plus an honorable mention in the Advertising, Self-Promotion category.
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NEWS
Multiple Award-winning Andy Anderson Receives More with IPA Awards
Andy Anderson earns third-place recognition and honorable mention for four of his projects.
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson Creates Nuanced Scenes for the AI Foundation
The AI Foundation needed images for their site and marketing materials that displayed the technical capabilities of its intangible product. With their narrative-driven conceptual talent, photography duo Kremer/Johnson were up for the challenge.
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NEWS
Doug Menuez Wins Five IPA Awards for Images From Four Different Projects
Doug's winning work includes images from the Wild Place: People of Kingston book, his music video, RAGE, work from a commercial shoot of Randi Zinn, and imagery from his Americana book.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Aragorn Fenton, and Why Documentary Style Production Is as Relevant as Ever
Heather and Aragorn Fenton talk about his background, work style, the role that he plays, and more in episode 77.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin Wishes His Images Could Speak for Themselves, but He Can’t Show Them to You
While Cade's images usually speak for themselves, they can’t when pharmaceutical clients hire him.
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NEWS
Jason Lindsey's Work Plays a Part in the IL Climate Change Equity Bill
Jason Lindsey was inspired by the heroes of the solar industry and decided to create his own campaign highlighting their important work. The Governor of Illinois just signed a nation-leading equitable climate bill and Jason's personal campaign was used to promote it!
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NEWS
Doug Menuez Inducted into the SFSU Alumni Hall of Fame
Doug Menuez was inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame at SF State University!
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Sabrina Oliva, and Production Predictions for the Rest of 2021
Dear Art Producer episode 76 is here and this week, we have Executive Art Producer Sabrina Oliva, from FCB Health, as our guest.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Nikki O'Toole, and the Role of the Art Producer
Dear Art Producer is back for our fall season with episode 75. Our returning episode features Senior Art Producer, Nikki O’Toole.
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PROJECTS
6 Pieces of Advice From Kremer/Johnson on Working With Dogs on Set
It’s general industry knowledge that if you put a dog into a photo, it’s going to be a winner. Kremer/Johnson found themselves with the good fortune of shooting a variety of dogs for their project with SurityPro, a pet CBD brand.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack Creates Magic in Camera for Kleiner Perkins
Lupine Hammack is always able to see things from a different perspective, which becomes indispensable on projects, especially like this one with Kleiner Perkins.
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NEWS
Truth Well Spoken With Andy Anderson
Photographer and director, Andy Anderson is a guest on Truth Well Spoken, the official podcast of McCann Health. Guest hosts Heather Canova, Group Art Supervisor and Tressie Lafay, Copy Supervisor, interview Andy after their recent shoot together in Oregon.
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PROJECTS
Trust and Experience Are Key Elements in Photographer and Director Doug Menuez's Toolkit
Doug Menuez has made it his mission to study human behavior and culture, their interdependence, documenting people and society. Clients seek imagery that is culturally relevant, making Doug a natural choice.
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson Gives New Meaning to the Trope "Beauty Is in the Eye of the Beholder"
We often boast how photography duo Kremer/Johnson are neither boring nor one dimensional. Their talent lies in their ability to view everything through a conceptual lens and from there, creative narratives are born.
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PROJECTS
For Photographer Jason Lindsey, Lifestyle Photography Is About Keeping It Real
As a lifestyle photographer and director, Jason Lindsey is inspired by life’s big moments, small moments, and anything in between, realizing that so many of those moments involve food.
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NEWS
Kremer/Johnson is an IPA One Shot, Best of Show Winner
The 2021 IPA One Shot book winners were announced and Kremer/Johnson had one image selected for the Best of Show Curator Collection and also received 10 honorable mentions.
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PROJECTS
Photographer and Director, Zach Anderson, Appreciates Every Moment
Raised during the digital revolution, Zach Anderson is used to constant change. So when clients seek nimble artists who can roll with changes without batting an eye in the fast-paced advertising world, Zach is a natural choice.
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PROJECTS
Dan Goldberg Serves Up Heaps of Motion and Stills for Bibigo
As we ride the COVID roller coaster, clients need creative partners like Dan Goldberg that will help weather any storm and provide top-notch content.
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NEWS
Cade Martin Was Selected as One of Archive’s 200 Best Photographers
With his imaginative imagery and concepts, it’s no surprise that Luerzer's Archive chose his work!
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NEWS
Dan Goldberg's Seventies Salad Images Win Luerzer's Archive Award
The Luerzer's Archive judges saw Dan Goldberg's Seventies Salad images and named him one of the 200 Best ad photographers!
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NEWS
Nine Kremer/Johnson Images Earn a Spot in Luerzer's Archive
The awards and recognition for Kremer/Johnson's work keep coming. Nine of their "Dive" images earned them a spot in Luerzer's Archive 200 Best book!
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PROJECTS
Dan Goldberg; Memphis, Meat, and Movies
Dan recently returned from Memphis, where he photographed world-class BBQ pitmasters and continued trying to convert vegetarians into meat-eaters through delicious imagery.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Karen Lipker, and Hybrid Creative Solutions
Dear Art Producer episode 80 is here and this week Heather is joined by Karen Lipker, Director of Creative Services at Davis Elen Advertising.
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PROJECTS
Kremer/Johnson, Ryan Schude, and a Grandiose Collaboration
Kremer/Johnson‘s partnership and approach to their Sequit Point project provide real-life examples of both collaboration and teamwork.
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PROJECTS
Photographer Zach Anderson Gives Us a Front of the House View for Jack Daniels
When brands need lifestyle images with which their Millenial consumers can identify, they turn to Zach Anderson for his love of music and high energy style.
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NEWS
Kremer/Johnson's Dive Images Will Grace the Pages of Communication Arts Photo Annual
Kremer/Johnson's multiple award-winning Dive series received yet another accolade with the inclusion of their work in the Communication Arts Photo Annual, printed edition. Congrats!
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NEWS
Communication Arts Awards Cade Martin For His March of Dimes Image
Congratulations to Cade Martin on earning a place in the Communication Arts Photo Annual for his March of Dimes imagery.
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PROJECTS
Andy Anderson Answers the Call of the Owyhee Canyonlands
Andy Anderson only needs to step out his back door in Southwestern Idaho to pick up where he left off in documenting the majesty of the Owyhee Canyonlands, and through his imagery, witness Andy's love of the land.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin's "Mermaids" Makes Us Question What Is Real
Cade Martin has no trouble suspending belief and getting lost in a story. With every image he creates, he strives to illustrate a complete narrative living beyond any single moment. Enter "Mermaids."
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PROJECTS
Jason Lindsey Reminds Us Today Only Comes Once
By approaching each day positively and being fueled by challenges, Jason Lindsey’s drive to be his best self personally and professionally remains strong.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack's Curiosity Rewarded Him With the Perfect Partnership
Lupine Hammack's curious nature landed him an introduction to fuseproject and a chance of a lifetime to visually explore their one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin Introduces Us to Real Life Heroes
Cade Martin's portraits of D-Day Veterans combine his adventurous spirit with his desire to tell stories that move us beyond our comfort zone and teach us about the people who surround us.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Kat Tushim, Equity and Creativity in Story Lines
Dear Art Producer is back with episode 74, discussing all things advertising with Upshot’s Creative Director, Kat Tushim.
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PROJECTS
Teamwork Enhances Dan Goldberg's Creativity
Dan Goldberg worked with food stylist María del Mar and prop stylist Andrea Kuhn to create an image series of deconstructed salads from the seventies.
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PROJECTS
Award-winning "Dive" Project Proves Kremer/Johnson Are Made of Fierce Determination
During COVID, artists made their own work, creating whenever and wherever they could. Kremer Johnson took this time to approach projects a bit differently. “Dive” started with a seed of inspiration, marrying artistry with nature which then grew to this series.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin's Imagery Encapsulates Care, Healing, and Love
Cade Martin’s work for Children’s National Hospital, Washington, DC, is an example of an artist who is comfortable with the unusual, taking it all in stride.
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PROJECTS
Jason Lindsey Reveals He Is a Director, and Then Some
Jason Lindsey‘s unique relationship with The University of Illinois’ Gies College of Business and his agency background allows him to work beyond the scope of photographer and director.
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PROJECTS
Doug Menuez Demonstrates That Smiles Aren't the Only Way to Demonstrate Emotion
Productions have changed with COVID. Eden Health sought Doug Menuez for his humanist approach, knowing he could produce meaningful content within the restrictions.
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NEWS
American Photography AP37 Recognizes Doug Menuez With Two Awards
Congrats to Doug Menuez on the American Photography awards — documenting humanity one photograph at a time.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack Plays an Upstream Role in Creating Visuals for the Free Spirits Company
Lupine Hammack's project for The Free Spirits Company, helping to identify the brand personality and create visuals, proves he has the skillset to strategize, create, and execute at any level.
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NEWS
The American Photography AP37 Awards Book Will Carry One of Kremer/Johnson's "Dive" Images
Nothing can stop the Kremer Johnson duo! An image from their Dive series will appear in American Photography 37 Annual Awards book.
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PROJECTS
On Photography: Andy Anderson's Letter to His Son
Andy Anderson uses photography to feed his never-ending curiosity. He gives some advice to his son Zach about keeping a career in photography.
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NEWS
One Eyeland Recognizes Kremer/Johnson With Five Awards
One Eyeland announced their 2020 photography award winners, and Kremer Johnson won FIVE of them for 29 images!
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NEWS
We're Keeping It In the Family by Welcoming Zach Anderson
Today, we are proud to welcome Zach Anderson to the roster. It’s easy to say, “Welcome to the family” since Zach is Andy’s son and someone whom I’ve known since he was little.
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NEWS
Dan Goldberg Is a Finalist in One Eyeland Photography Awards
Congratulations to Dan Goldberg on being recognized as a finalist in the One Eyeland Photography Awards, 2020 for the Deconstructed Salad series and Culinary Meets Nature for Green O Resort series.
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PROJECTS
Dan Goldberg's Debut Director's Reel Makes Sharing a Meal Come to Life
Dan Goldberg drew from his mentors, experiences, and passion for sharing a meal to make his still stories come to life in his debut director’s reel.
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PROJECTS
Jason Lindsey Creates the Campaign He Always Hoped to See
Jason Lindsey creates environments that bring authenticity and powerful images. Solar Heroes, is a celebration of the people who install solar and an industry that adds jobs.
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NEWS
Doug Menuez's Fearless Genius Book Is Now Available in China!
Congratulations to Doug Menuez on his continuing success with his Fearless Genius book.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer, Carrie Nygren, and Being Nimble
In episode 73, my guest is Laughlin Constable’s VP, Head of Production, Carrie Nygren.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Cade Martin and Kicking the Tires on a New Portfolio Experience
Cade Martin is one of the first ones in the family to fully tackle this big of a portfolio evolution.
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PODCAST
Dear Art Producer Archived Episodes 1-72
This podcast introduces you to different art producers, shares the stories of their diverse career paths, explores what it means to stay relevant, and examines industry topics.
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PROJECTS
Doug Menuez' Imagery Shows Us Love Is the Answer
We admire people who use their art and talent to highlight what we all have in common. In his collection titled “Love Stories,” Doug Menuez captures love, one expression at a time.
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PROJECTS
For Dan Goldberg, the Table Is Never Long Enough. A Vision Through Gathering
When Dan Goldberg joined the family, we set about grilling him on what inspires him, where that spirit of volunteerism comes from, and why making people happy through food gets him up each morning.
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PROJECTS
Cade Martin Goes Down the Rabbit Hole
Cade Martin created images of a fashion collection from designer Shawnicy Marie, based on the characters from “Alice in Wonderland” — images celebrating imagination and characters with a little cinematic flair.
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PROJECTS
For Jason Lindsey, Expressing His Thanks Is Everything
Jason shared his experience traversing numerous states, on multiple projects, all with creativity and safety in mind — thanking the large local crew at each of these locations.
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INSIGHTS
Interviews
We're constantly speaking with our artists, art producers, clients, and others in the industry at large. We often find the need to formalize our conversation, turning it into an interview.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack Proves He Can Make Everything Better With Jello
We gravitate toward artists that are creative thinkers. Lupine Hammack created magic for his project by marrying chemistry, imagination, and transformation.
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PROJECTS
In a Romantic Study of Process, Dan Goldberg Turns Beans Into Chocolate
Dan Goldberg wanted to create imagery documenting the making of chocolate. Here is an example of persevering during COVID.
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PROJECTS
A Love of Alaska and a Respect for Brown Bears Got Andy Anderson Out of Bed
Andy Anderson traveled to Southwest Alaska to follow the Coastal brown bears. He has visited this part of Alaska for over 30 years, documenting their majesty.
PROJECTS
Perfect Timing, Doug Menuez Directs "Grateful Voices" Films
Doug Menuez directs “Grateful Voices” for A Network for Grateful Living with stories of positivity from people who continue to remain grateful despite challenges along the way.
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Doug Menuez Directs His First Music Video, and We're in Love
Doug Menuez’s storytelling method always piques our interest. He recently shot his first music video, this time, documenting a love story.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack's Imagery Balances Heritage With Evolution
Lupine Hammack took a deep dive into locally produced Anchor Brewing, showing us through his work how he can understand and elevate a brand.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Doug Menuez Debuts His Director's Reel, The Human Experience in Motion
Doug Menuez finds the commonalities and connections among us, using his imagery, and now directing, to tell stories that resonate.
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PROJECTS
Andy Anderson Channels His Nostalgia for Firefighting into Commercial Imagery
Andy Anderson shot a campaign for 3M Scott Fire & Safety, highlighting members of the International Women in Fire Association (WIF), bringing back his firefighting roots.
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PROJECTS
Lupine Hammack Gives Us Imagery Charged With Alchemy
Here is photographer Lupine Hammack, what he believes in, his background — his story.
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PROJECTS
Jason Lindsey Is an Empathic, Determined Creator
A person’s life values, develop and change throughout their lifetime. Jason Lindsey had one particular experience that colored the way he views the world.
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PROJECTS
David Martinez Creates a Fitting Study of Contrasts
Before the pandemic arrived, David Martinez produced a dramatic collection with a dancer in the empty streets of Soho, having no inkling that these images would soon reflect reality.
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PROJECTS
David Martinez Brings a Balance of Light and Zen for Marriott
In his imagery for Marriott, David Martinez presents a balance of composition, light, and pure happiness – minimalistic perfection.
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David Martinez and a Happy Coincidence
Many photographers embark on personal projects capturing their interests. David Martinez recently embarked on a personal project documenting a surfer called “Julie.”
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INSIGHTS
Permission Machine and the Copyright Act: When You Create In-demand Images, You Need Protection
There is an untold number of photographer’s images that are coveted and borrowed without the photographer’s knowledge or consent. We need to protect the rights of creators and their work.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
Doug Menuez Launches His New Printed Portfolio to Cheers From Portfolio Lovers Around the World
Doug Menuez continues to use a printed portfolio in this digital day and age because it offers a lasting impression complete with a tactical experience.
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PROJECTS
Why Films, Comics, and the Characters Who Inhabit Them Fuel Cade Martin's Photography
Cade Martin tells us what feeds his imagination and how his upbringing, beliefs, and worldview contribute to the work he creates.
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INSIGHTS
FreelanceArtProducer.com
FreelanceArtProducer.com is a free website for freelance art producers to showcase their work and share their resumes, availability, contact information, and other relevant links.
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PROJECTS
Curiosity Is the Engine to Andy Anderson's Creativity
Andy Anderson isn’t just good at photography, he’s also obsessed with it. Here is a bit about his life-long love affair with curiosity then and now.
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PROJECTS,NEWS
David Martinez's New Website Is a Vision Through Balance
A collector of stories: first light, open roads, and salty hair, David Martinez launches his new website to a roaring round of applause. We spoke to David about his background and his photographic vision.
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PROJECTS
Hunter Freeman Helps Remind Us About the Value of Joy
Hunter Freeman describes himself as working to make more than just a good picture; grateful to bring ideas to life that help people smile more, stay curious, use our endless imaginations.
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PROJECTS
Doug Menuez: Reminding Us of Our Shared Humanity
Doug Menuez is a photographer fueled by relentless curiosity who travels the world to capture those everyday moments that will serve to connect cultures & remind us of our shared humanity.
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PROJECTS
David Martinez's Relationship with the Personal Project
David Martinez writes about his ongoing relationship with personal projects, how they take on a life of their own — enjoying the process of his work's growth.
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PROJECTS
David Martinez Stumbles Across a Simpler Way of Life
David Martinez recently returned from vacation having met some people who have chosen to live a very simple existence. Here he shares his images and story.
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INSIGHTS
The Photographer's Contract - Everything You Need to Know
Photographers, reps, and producers need to know the law, the importance of contracts, and that understanding them helps us to make informed decisions.
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INSIGHTS
Image Rights: Combatting Copyright Theft
What if millions of pieces of artwork were stolen and the robbery went unnoticed? In today’s world of technology and access, the inconceivable is in fact our harsh reality.
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PROJECTS
David Martinez Captures Family Moments on a Beach in Baja
In the advertising and photography world, there are always conversations before anything is actually photographed. Here is the story behind the images.
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NEWS
David Martinez, One of the Original Library Shooters
David Martinez has always shot with libraries in mind. He wants the hero shots but needs to direct a scene where the hero and other support imagery will come. Here is PDNs coverage.
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INSIGHTS
Dissecting the Terms and Conditions Document, All in one Place
With the help of attorney Linda Joy Kattwinkel, we dissected the Terms and Conditons document in three different posts. Here it is, all in one place.
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PROJECTS
David Martinez: Unstudied Authenticity
There is an exuberant feel to David Martinez's work. His people look genuinely happy exemplifying a youthful spirit and joie de vivre.
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INSIGHTS
Dissecting the Terms and Conditions Document, Part III
In our third of a series talking with attorney Linda Joy Kattwinkel, she is reviewing items #11-14 of the Terms and Conditions.
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INSIGHTS
Dissecting the Terms and Conditions Document, Part II
In our ongoing series talking with attorney Linda Joy Kattwinkel, she is reviewing items #6-10 in the Terms and Conditions.
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INSIGHTS
Dissecting the Terms and Conditions Document, Part I
We spend a lot of time reviewing specific terms with agencies and lawyers to come up with mutually beneficial language. Here is part 1 an attorney's POV.
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INSIGHTS
There's More That You Need to Know on Copyright
Attorney Linda Joy Kattwinkel shares her experiences and advice about copyright. Among the follow-up questions was one from photographer Jeff Singer.
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INSIGHTS
Copyright 101, Part II
Copyright 101. Answers to the questions posed to copyright lawyer Linda Joy Kattwinkel of Owen, Wickersham & Erickson, P.C.
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INSIGHTS
Drop Everything and Read This Now, Copyright, Part I
Linda Joy Kattwinkel of Owen, of Wickersham & Erickson, P.C., answers questions about copyright. Part 1
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