Tom Hussey Shoots Visionary Work for the New Drug XIPERE

Tom Hussey always captures eye-popping imagery, which works especially well for the branded promotion he recently shot for the new drug XIPERE. XIPERE treats Macular Edema associated with uveitis, a form of eye inflammation that affects the middle layer of tissue in the eye wall (uvea) when the immune system is fighting an infection.

To present the drug in a more entertaining light, Tom went over the top and did a nationwide casting call to find contortionists who could advertise the drug. In vibrant, colorful imagery, Tom captures bodies in action—bending, twisting and contorting themselves in shapes to mimic the structure of the ocular wall. It’s a visually elegant presentation targeting the efficacy of the drug in a natural and holistic way—easy on the eye you might say. The promotion is appearing now online at the XIPERE site and their Social Media. See more and follow Tom’s work @tomhusseyphotography.

Claudio Napolitano Lights Up “Les Miserables” Promotion for Mexico City

Claudio  Napolitano, the award-winning international master of light and motion, has focused his talents on the official promotion for the “Les Miserables”  production in Mexico City.  The stunning  imagery shot on location in the theater uses a mixture of natural and strobe lighting and has been produced in strict accordance with the play’s London standards. Claudio collaborated closely with the show’s lighting team and worked from the original stage and light design to recreate a fantasy between reality and the world of the play. It’s like looking into a fabulous theatrical dollhouse with the actors on site in every scene getting ready with props and costumes to put on a show.

“There is always a hero in each story”—Claudio is our hero for this one. See more of his unique perspective on all things @claudionapolitano. 

We're on the Road with Tom Hussey: Cowboys Ridin' the Herd

“If you're ridin' ahead of the herd, take a look back every now and then to make sure it's still there with ya. ” – Anonymous American Cowboy

 Cattle have grazed land along the Texas coastline since 1749 when 3,000 settlers drove the first herd across the Rio Bravo. Fence lines divide the acres of open land, but time disappears watching the wranglers at work. Being one with your horse, tending the cattle, the dogs and the land is a hard way of life but satisfying. Texas cowboys are the ultimate in classic Western heroes.  Cell phones may have replaced Colt 45's, but the traditions and stories of the rugged range are still timeless.  See more images of Tom’s cowboys home on the range here and follow him @tomhusseypphotography for more updates and stories. Follow us on Instagram here.

Tom Hussey Creates a Digital Experience for Avocados from Mexico with Drew Brees for the 2022 Big Game

No matter who goes home with a trophy on February 13, 2022, we know who the real winner is. Tom Hussey transforms brand building with his multifaceted digital campaign specifically created for the 2022 Big Game for Avocados from Mexico (AFM), now in a new partnership with eCommerce Acceleration platform MikMak. Titled “House of Goodness,” the  AFM Digital Experience is hosted by former star quarterback Drew Brees who gives visitors a welcoming first-hand look into the “always good” world of avocados. Tom created the vibrant imagery and footage populating a virtual home featuring several unique spaces and experiences that  consumers can navigate, including: taking a selfie with Brees, watching the brand’s Big Game TV spot, discovering new guacamole recipes, purchasing avocados directly at the many shoppable touchpoints across the platform and providing in-store QR codes that drive directly to the brand’s website.

Covering print, video spots, digital and in-store promotion, Tom’s innovative and integrated approach combines the best of brand performance using data, technology and lively visuals in a digital space. The campaign has been profiled in ADWEEK, Marketing Dive and other various trade/media outlets.  Follow Tom for more updates and stories @tomhusseyphotography.

Click on Drew Brees below to Welcome You to the Big Game Kitchen

Click on the GUAC ZONE to see Drew Brees Welcome You to the Big Game Game Room

We're on the Road with Tom Hussey: City on Ice at the Ice Fishing Extravaganza Tournament

(Note: Shot prior to the pandemic.)

A few years ago, Tom decided he was going to travel to shoot personal work once a month—ambitious but doable. One January, he  decided to go to the world’s largest Ice Fishing Tournament — The ICE FISHING EXTRAVAGANZA at Hole in the Day Bay, on Gull Lake, just north of Brainerd, Minnesota. 

He hired a local assistant, also an ice fisherman, who was a great help since he was driving a two-ton pickup truck out on to a completely frozen lake with 20,000 holes drilled into the ice. Think Swiss cheese—a nerve-racking experience.  Once he  reached the “City on Ice” he was amazed at the over 18,000 fishermen on the ice, ready for the minus 10-degree weather—a warmer year he was told. “Photographing the fishermen and the ice-fishing lifestyle made me truly appreciate the sport and the camaraderie of the participants,” he says. The ICE FISHING EXTRAVAGANZA is a charitable event awarding over $150,000.00 in prizes to the contestants while raising over $1 million to the area and local charities. Next tournament is January 22, 2022. See more of Tom’s Ice Fishing Imagery here and find more updates @tomhusseyphotography.

Peter Rodger Presents a Winning Style in the 16th Annual Spider Awards

Peter Rodger won six prizes and was nominated for four more in the 16th Annual Spider Awards, featuring some of the world’s best Black and White photography. In the Advertising Professional category, he won first place for Outstanding Achievement with one of his recently completed HCA Healthcare campaign images. The campaign has also been selected for a special “In Focus” profile by AtEdge. Peter also won in the People Professional and Nudes categories for work from his personal series “Cheeky.”  The honored images show how he interprets life in a unique, realistic, visually alluring style.

 See the complete winning gallery here.  View Peter’s latest work, and follow him for more updates @peterrodger. 

First Place, Outstanding Achievement, Advertising Professional. Ad for HCA Healthcare Campaign: Young man helping his friend.

Honorable Mention, Advertising Professional.  Ad for HCA Healthcare Campaign: Portrait of frontline nurse.

Honorable Mention, People Professional.  “Cheeky” Crosswalk Only in Cannes.

Scott Montgomery Gets Personal with "Keep It for Her”

Parenting is universal: We aspire to do everything we can right… and carry it heavy when it doesn’t work out that way.” This 22-second short is everything I love in working with kids and inspired by my daughters,” says Scott.

Production:  Dad and daughter are talent, not related and just met, though you wouldn’t know it. “It helps for me working with kids to be in dad mode as much as director — to play with and surprise her. Kids on set don’t need to act, just the opportunity to be themselves through a reaction.”  Scott wrote the script  and recorded separately. Camera Talent: Ian Randolph and Irelynn Joy. Voice Talent: Thomas Copeland. “Keep It for Her” has also been featured on the Workbook Weekly News. See more work and follow Scott @scott_mont.

Click on the image below to see “Keep It for Her.”

Tom Hussey Captures Baby Love for Pampers

 LOVE is in the air and on the set of P&G’s Pampers. Working his magic and reaping the rewards as he hams it up for his talent, Tom is a pro at getting babies to give up those smiles and expressions of cherubic joy and comfort. Diapers are everywhere, but Tom captures the moment and makes it easy for the client cast and crew—like the brand. See more stories and follow Tom @tomhusseyphotography.

Agent Doug Truppe Presents The Creative Corner: Photographer/Director Scott Montgomery Talks with Ari Wells, Founder and CCO of Hearth Agency

Scott Montgomery talks with client and friend Ari Wells, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Hearth Agency in San Diego, about achieving “the moment” in the collaborative process on set and behind the scenes.

We hope you enjoy the sessions and would love to hear from you. If you are an industry creative and would like to participate, get your voice and ideas out there, feel free to contact us: hello@dougtruppe.com.  Follow Scott Montgomery @scott_mont.

Click on the Image Below to Start the Conversation.

Scott Montgomery (top) with Ari Wells, Founder of Hearth Agency (bottom).

Tom Hussey Creates a Lasting Vision for Visionworks

Visionworks  essential eye-care for glasses, contact lenses and exams has been a fan of Tom’s work for years. They keep coming back because they love what they see. Great team work,  expert coordination of large casts with dozens of wardrobe changes and hundreds of pairs of glasses to choose from, Tom rolls with the spontaneous to capture real personalities.  It’s always a fun-filled project with a whirlwind of activity built on Tom’s  enthusiasm and creative collaboration.

The images seen here are from  a variety of campaigns shot recently and over the past few years  in studio and on location. They appear as in-store graphics, on the Visionworks website and throughout their Social Media channels. Follow Tom on Instagram  to see more updates and personal work.

Peter Rodger Directs Medicare: Be Next Commercial Encouraging Covid-19 Vaccination

Recently  Peter collaborated on a 30-second broadcast commercial through production company Untitled  with Weber Shandwick  of Chicago  and clients  CMS (Centers for Medicare) and Medicaid Services of Baltimore on the  “Medicare: Be Next” campaign.  

Peter’s award-winning  cinematic and humanistic approach  is spot on as he presents  urgent yet sensitive messaging  for full vaccination to protect yourself and loved ones against Covid-19.  Trusted healthcare workers on the front lines connect viewers to the human experience with respect and compassion, encouraging everyone to get vaccinated at no cost.  Peter’s authentic moments  show we  can be safe, get  back to family, friends  and  do the things we love  when we step up  and “Be Next.”

 Check out Peter’s latest work including commercials, film, still galleries, fine art, and see regular updates with personal work  on his Instagram as well.

Kevin Steele Is a Winner in APA LA 2021 Off the Clock Competition

Congratulations to  Kevin Steele, an APA LA 2021 Off the Clock Competition winner,  for his black-and-white  image of a woman and her dogs from the series “Life on Pause.”   (See  earlier post on the project.)  “Life on Pause” is a personal project documenting life in quarantine in an unprecedented time.  Shot through the front door, being safe, into the space of self-isolation, the project reveals life apart and together. “As a commercial location photographer my work is full of color and emotion.  This brings me back to my roots documenting life. One camera, one prime lens, black and white. No assistants, simple,” Kevin says.

 The image  will also appear in color with text as part of an ad spread in Luerzer’s Archive  coming out mid-July. See more updates and personal work at Kevin’s Instagram.

APA LA 2021 Off the Clock winning image.