Martin Christopher
Photography, Orlando Florida United States
 
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Contact details
722 Neal Street
Tel: 386 295-2121
Brief Summary
Martin Christopher specializes in high quality custom photography for advertising, editorial, and corporate publication.  Over twenty years of artistic development and technical mastery are brought to bear in the portrayal of each unique subject.  The resulting images effectively communicate their intended message with grace and sophistication.

As a member of the American Society of Media Photographers, Martin Christopher ranks among the worlds most respected professionals in commercial and editorial photography. To serve a growing list of regional and global clients, Martin Christopher travels when necessary from his base in Central Florida.
Clients
Refrigiwear Inc, Greenwich Aero Group, Professional Aircraft Accessories, Bei Capelli Salon & Spa, Golin Harris, Benedict Advertising, Florida Trend Magazine, Think Healthy Magazine, Chandler Fashion Center, Lego Brand Retail, National Association of Realtors, Hubbell Building Automation, The Vidal Partnership, Calence, Gilbert Hospital, Vegas Magazine, Orange Salon, Chandler Community Magazine, Richman Media Group, San Tan Ford, So Scottsdale Magazine, Sojourns Magazine, Visage Creative, Go Gilbert Magazine, Jane Tillery Interiors, Shelter Mortgage, Seacret Spa, Brodeur Worldwide, Helios Education Foundation, Occam Networks, Kaboom,The Palace, New Mexico Magazine, Dreamscapes Magazine, Better Roads Magazine, Construction Today Magazine, AASHTO, NMDOT 
Professional Experience

 

Martin Christopher Perea

137 Perfect Drive, Daytona Beach, Florida 32124

[email protected]

(386) 295-2121

 

 

Objective

Photographer

 

Qualifications Summary

 

Artistically talented photographer with formal education and twenty plus years professional experience. Proven background as staff and freelance photographer. Proficient in digital capture and editing technology.  Quickly learns and implements new software. Skilled in studio and location lighting. Strong portfolio and published samples. Ethical, considerate, and friendly.

 

Professional Experience

Photographer/Owner

July 2004 – Present                                                                   Martin Christopher Commercial Photography LLC – Phoenix, AZ

 

·       Create high quality photographs for advertising, editorial, and corporate clients.

·       Discuss details, identify needs, and negotiate terms with clients.

·       Conduct pre production activities such as scouting, scheduling, and casting.

·       Arrange lighting in studio and on location

·       Work with art directors and stylists during photo sessions.

·       Direct photo assistants and talent.

·       Capture RAW digital images on Nikon D3x and D700 cameras with Nikon Lenses.

·       Use tethered MacBook Pro laptop for camera control, and on-site viewing when appropriate.

·       Conduct post production using Adobe PhotoShop and Lightroom.

 

Photographer Specialist

1/1991 – 7/2004                                                                                  New Mexico Department of Transportation - Santa Fe, NM

 

·       Create photographs to promote the department’s mission and document it’s activities.

·       Interface and collaborate with department personnel and partner organizations.

·       Research, plan, and conduct photo assignments in studio and on location throughout the state.

·       Operate and maintain film and digital camera equipment.

·       Operate and maintain studio and location lighting equipment.

·       Research and implement digital imaging technology.

·       Catalog and file film and digital images.

·       Operate and maintain complete darkroom.

·       Enlarge and mount display photographs.

·       Design and layout print materials using Adobe PhotoShop and Pagemaker.

·       Edit and run multi-media slide presentations.

·       Submit photographs for publication in annual reports, magazines, and promotional collateral.

 

Education

 

Associate 1987                                                                                                                     Colorado Institute of Art - Denver, CO

Certificate 7/2003  PhotoShop for Photographers                                                      Santa Fe Photo Workshops - Santa Fe, NM

 

Professional Association

 

American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP)

 

Honors and Awards

 

2009 International Aperture Awards - Bronze Award - Advertising & Fashion
2009 FotoWeek DC Finalist, Advertising Category
2009 International Photography Awards – six honorable mentions 
2008 Create Awards Gold Award - Category, Retouching
2007 MarCom Awards - Print Advertising – Client, Gilbert Hospital
2004 NTPAW Annual Skills Awards -Category: Visual Arts, In House Photo


Martin Christopher Perea

137 Perfect Drive, Daytona Beach, Florida 32124

[email protected]

(386) 295-2121

 

 

Objective

Photographer

 

Qualifications Summary

 

Artistically talented photographer with formal education and twenty plus years professional experience. Proven background as staff and freelance photographer. Proficient in digital capture and editing technology.  Quickly learns and implements new software. Skilled in studio and location lighting. Strong portfolio and published samples. Ethical, considerate, and friendly.

 

Professional Experience

Photographer/Owner

July 2004 – Present                                                                   Martin Christopher Commercial Photography LLC – Phoenix, AZ

 

·       Create high quality photographs for advertising, editorial, and corporate clients.

·       Discuss details, identify needs, and negotiate terms with clients.

·       Conduct pre production activities such as scouting, scheduling, and casting.

·       Arrange lighting in studio and on location

·       Work with art directors and stylists during photo sessions.

·       Direct photo assistants and talent.

·       Capture RAW digital images on Nikon D3x and D700 cameras with Nikon Lenses.

·       Use tethered MacBook Pro laptop for camera control, and on-site viewing when appropriate.

·       Conduct post production using Adobe PhotoShop and Lightroom.

 

Photographer Specialist

1/1991 – 7/2004                                                                                  New Mexico Department of Transportation - Santa Fe, NM

 

·       Create photographs to promote the department’s mission and document it’s activities.

·       Interface and collaborate with department personnel and partner organizations.

·       Research, plan, and conduct photo assignments in studio and on location throughout the state.

·       Operate and maintain film and digital camera equipment.

·       Operate and maintain studio and location lighting equipment.

·       Research and implement digital imaging technology.

·       Catalog and file film and digital images.

·       Operate and maintain complete darkroom.

·       Enlarge and mount display photographs.

·       Design and layout print materials using Adobe PhotoShop and Pagemaker.

·       Edit and run multi-media slide presentations.

·       Submit photographs for publication in annual reports, magazines, and promotional collateral.

 

Education

 

Associate 1987                                                                                                                     Colorado Institute of Art - Denver, CO

Certificate 7/2003  PhotoShop for Photographers                                                      Santa Fe Photo Workshops - Santa Fe, NM

 

Professional Association

 

American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP)

 

Honors and Awards

 

2009 International Aperture Awards - Bronze Award - Advertising & Fashion
2009 FotoWeek DC Finalist, Advertising Category
2009 International Photography Awards – six honorable mentions 
2008 Create Awards Gold Award - Category, Retouching
2007 MarCom Awards - Print Advertising – Client, Gilbert Hospital
2004 NTPAW Annual Skills Awards -Category: Visual Arts, In House Photo


Awards and Recognition

2009 International Aperture Awards - Bronze Award - Advertising & Fashion
2009 FotoWeek DC Finalist, Advertising Category
2009 International Photography Awards – six honorable mentions 
2008 Create Awards Gold Award - Category, Retouching
2007 MarCom Awards - Print Advertising – Client, Gilbert Hospital
2004 NTPAW Annual Skills Awards -Category: Visual Arts, In House Photo
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