We Welcome Rayven Martinez - Resident Artist

February 1, 2017

Filmmaker + Fashion/Fine Art Photographer and Cinematographer in Toronto, Canada.
(Fashion, Editorial and Commercial)

Rayven’s love for imagery began with a Canon A1 in High School shooting for Yearbook Yearly and School Sport Meets. After Graduating High School he had upgraded to a Canon 10's 35mm SLR with Prime Lenses started shooting Events. He had taken Art Workshops in his early 20's from Painting to Sculptor. Since those fledgling days, Rayven expanded his horizons to the Film Industry and found himself Directing, Managing and Producing Videos, while maintaining his passion for Photography. He has work for Grants such as BravoFact, MuchFact, OAC (Ontario Art Coucil), The Canada Council for the Arts, Tele Film and OMDC (Ontario Media Developement Corporation).Some of his clients include: Sony, Visa, Samsung, Rogers and TIFF.

On the side, this shutterbug can be found watching films from his Criterion Collection, Animations by Studio Ghibli and Tim Burton. He loves Horror movies from Director Dario Argento's Films, to Old Classics to New. A Collector of Vintage Films and Cameras, his most current set includes a Horseman VCC Converter Tilt-Shift and Polaroid SLR 680.

Rayven knows how to stay on the Budget learning from working as Producer and Production Manager on Commercials and Music Videos. He also knows how to work on a pressure specially important Deadlines!

Written by Roseanne Dela Rosa Ricasio (Editor Wedding Bell)

For inquiries please contact: Rayven@rayvenphotography.com
Website: www.Rayvenphotography.com (Under Construction)
Porfolio: www.500px.com/Rayven

SAMPLE WORK

We Welcome Billy Vasilios - Residency Artist

January 31, 2017

I was 8 years old when my mother first let me take a photo with her bulky Polaroid instant camera.

Even though it was 1979, I can still remember the feeling, the weight, and the joy of being able to capture real, genuine moments.

It wasn’t long after that my appreciation turned into a passion, and that passion led me to a career.

Having studied Journalism at Humber College in the 90s, I decided to merge my two interests of photography and journalism, and dive into the diverse and wonderful world of photo-journalism.

It’s been many years since those initial days, but that same journalistic tendency to genuinely appreciate that around me and to find ways of capturing it organically has stuck with me ever since.

Flash forward to today, and I now find myself shooting everything from beauty to commercial and everything in between.

The one thing that hasn’t changed is my love for capturing things as they actually happen.
It’s why I pride myself so much on not just taking great pictures, but on creating great environments to have a really memorable shoot.

Because when clients look back at my pictures, I don’t just want them to see joy, I want them to remember it.

To check out more of my work head to: www.vasilocity.com

Biography written by Ashley J. Hassard

Signature Series | BTS w/ Della Pham & Pires Photography

January 19, 2017

Take a look at the BTS video with Della Melinda Pham and Pires Photographyy at The Production Studio as they help to design and create amazing portfolio images for photographers.

Thank you to everyone who came out and made the day such a success. We are looking forward to the next collaboration between these two photographers in our spaces on Sunday, January 29th. For more information visit www.productionstudio.ca/workshops or sign up on our meetup page www.meetup.com/ProdStudioTO

The Headshot Intensive Toronto March 2017

January 17, 2017

The Production Studio is excited to announce that world renowned photographer Peter Hurley will be bringing SHABANG! to our studios in March.

PHOTOGRAPHER

Peter Hurley is a premier portrait and headshot photographer with studios in New York City and Los Angeles. He is known for the genuine expressions he captures in his actors headshots and executive portraits.

EDUCATOR

He is an expert on human facial expression and has spoken on the subject for TEDx, Google, Apple, Microsoft, Adobe and GoDaddy to name a few. Peter is also a Canon Explorer of Light and teaches his signature photography workshops all over the world. He is the author of the recently published book The Headshot the definitive guide to headshot photography.

SIGN UP

You can sign up via the buttons below linking to the two events at our studios and check out the video for more information.

THE HEADSHOT INTENSIVE - MARCH 11-12

The Headshot Intensified - March 13

Importance of Studio Space for Photographers

December 30, 2016

The studio is a professional photographer’s second home away from home. It could even be located in your actual home, but it should be a setting that you can feel secure and free of distractions. Designing your studio space is also important, it should look and feel separate from a bedroom, for example. It needs to be built around productivity, so we’re here to give you some tips on what is best to focus on for building the perfect photography studio.

Residency Program

The Residency Program at The Production Studio is a great way to start utilising a space where you have little overhead and can run your photography business out of. Meeting clients in a professional space can help you land the deal and give you a home base to operate out of. For more information on the residency program click here. Remember, with 4 spaces to shoot out of there will always be one available and we can make any custom package to suit your needs.

Maximizing Space

When it comes to renting out a studio space for photography, space is everything. Don’t underestimate the importance of space to work, move, and think in. This is about comfort and the ability to grow as a photographer. Space also allows for more creative freedom, capturing your subjects without relying on zoom too heavily is key. Headspace is also important, try to get a place for your studio that has elevated ceilings to really take control of your lighting.

Convenience and Class

Where your studio is located is almost as important as the studio itself. If you only focus on the cost of rent, you might end up with a studio that is either located in a spot that is not in close proximity with your own house or is located in a drab industrial district, which could turn off clients. Appearances can and do matter, so consider this when planning your studio location.

Controlling your Craft

Sunlight is certainly ideal, however controllable light is more vital. So, in the event that you have access to common light that you can't control, it’s better to pick a spot you'll need to falsely light that you can control.

Expansive, upscale, open gathering places are super helpful for a photography studio. A flatscreen TV makes a pleasant expansion to the waiting room – demonstrating your portfolio pictures or motivating art videos.

The camera room ought to be separate from the business room. If not totally discrete, the two ought to be isolated by separation or themes. The main thing you ought to do in the camera room is shoot. Everything else needs to happen elsewhere.

A changing area is another great idea. The changing area ought to offer good security and ideally, be no less than a porta-john to consider simple outfit swapping. The changing area ought to offer a little seat and table and in addition places to hang garments. A lavatory can serve as a changing area insofar as it's sufficient for allowing a person to stretch their arms and legs around.

Intangibles

A reliable power grid. You ought to expect that a normal studio will utilize significantly more power than the customary office workspace. By and large the camera room ought to be white, dark, dim or nonpartisan in shading. This keeps away from inadvertent reflections. And, finally, keep your studio stocked with lots of comforting items for all the senses: healthy snacks, beverages/alcohol, mints, and music playlists for different personalities.

Studio 4 - A Great Creative Space

December 21, 2016

Our 4th studio space has opened and has lends itself to many creative and commercial projects. Spanning 3500 sq ft, this space has already been used for photography and video projects.

Combined with our existing 3 spaces, The Production Studio now offers over 8500 sq ft of shooting space, two load in bays, two kitchenettes and 4 bathrooms. Contact us at sales@productionstudio.ca for a custom quote or for more information.

81 Entertainment | Anastasia A's cover of Justin Bieber - I'll Show You

December 20, 2016

We have developed a great relationship with 81 Entertainment who have now used our various spaces for a few projects.

81 Entertainment is Toronto’s premier video production service company specializing in commercial production and branded content. Trusted by small businesses and large international brands alike, 81 Entertainment’s range of expertise ensures each client receives the best in concept design and execution.

Earlier in the year, 81 Entertainment used our spaces to create a fantastic video fro Anastasia A' cover of Justin Bieber's I'll Show You.

Take a look below and watch both the BTS video and music video. We are proud and honoured to have had this shot in our spaces.

Official behind the scenes video for Anastasia A's cover of Justin Bieber - I'll Show You (Cover) OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO: http://smarturl.it/ILLSHOWYOUCOVER Hi guys, I recently had my first baby in Aug and it was the most incredible feeling in the world.Taking a year off from my music career was very refreshing and much needed , but I am happy to finally share with you a project that I was inspired to make.

Anastasia A's cover of Justin Bieber - I'll Show You (Cover) 15/12/2016 Watch: BEHIND THE SCENES here--- http://smarturl.it/illshowyoubts Download on iTunes: http://smarturl.it/Illshowyousingle Stream on Spotify : https://play.spotify.com/album/33xLJIqHHPqmJBZpyhh0gf Hey guys, I recently had my first baby in Aug and it was the most incredible feeling in the world.Taking a year off from my music career was very refreshing and much needed , but I am happy to finally share with you a project that I was inspired to make.

November 25th e-letter - Take a look and subscribe online

November 25, 2016

Take a look at our latest e-letter online to check out the great workshops we have lined up.

Subscribe below to stay informed about changes to our studios, special pricing and upcoming workshops.

Photographers Shape the Photograph

November 24, 2016

A photograph is shaped more by the person behind the camera than by what's in front of it.

Take a look at this video to see the difference in images from 6 photographers with the same person for some portraiture work.

If you are looking to have your portrait taken at The Production Studio feel free to contact us at sales@productionstudio.ca and see more work at www.piresphotography.ca

Our First Workshop - Crazy, Sexy, Cool

November 14, 2016

The Production Studio is excited to announce it's first workshop. We are going to be bringing in Cristina who has been away from the city for awhile. Cristina is a lovely agency model whom we have had the pleasure of bringing into the studio space before.

We are going to be creating some crazy, sexy, cool fashion and lingerie sets with this stunning model. We will start with a 1 min round to get a great beauty shot and then shoot as many sets as we can within the 3 hr workshop. Take a look at our inspiration images below and what we will be able to achieve to help enhance your portfolio while having fun and learning with others in the group.

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OUR MODEL - Cristina

OUR CONCEPTS

The Production Studio Residency Program

November 14, 2016

Our Residency Program offers access to The Production Studio at a more affordable rate while also providing promotional services for you and your work.

The program affords photographers the space and time to advance their careers and to strengthen their skills, perfect for both emerging and professional photographers at phenomenal value.

The Production Studio is a spacious 4500+ sq ft facility with access to 3 distinct studios (1500 sq ft each) ideal for those equipped with their own gear.

Our Residency Program is here to take your photography to the next level. If you have any questions or would like to sign up email us at sales@productionstudio.ca

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