Def Leppard....

Saturday May 2nd 2015

Def Leppard compiled a great setlist, filled with classics, that had the 12,750 fans up on their feet, and sing along to every note.  We were lucky enough to stay for the entire show, and we were happy we did.  It has an awesome concert , that brought back many memories.

The Setlist and a handful of images can be seen HERE

200,000 Pageviews...

We wish to extend our most sincere gratitude for this added exposure from all your pageviews.  What took 14 months to obtain the first 100K, took less than 5 months to reach 200,000.

We promise to do our best to keep adding worthy material, week after week.

A huge THANK YOU!!

Monster & FMX Spectacular...

Saturday April 27th 2015 - Olympic Stadium

Monster & FMX Spectacular was held at the Olympic Stadium, where a crowd of more than 40,000 people gathered to see and cheer on their favorites.

A few images from that evening, can be seen HERE
Photos: Claude Dufresne, SNAPePHOTO

Empire, by Speigelworld...

Thursday April 21st 2015 - Speigeltent, Place SNC-Lavalin

After having attended the Media Call the previous week, we were mandated to cover the entire show, on the night of the Media Premier.

There's not much to prepare you for such a spectacular demonstration of skill, finesse, strength and agility, aside that you've never been this close to the action.  Get ready to laugh and to be amazed!

Select images from the Premier, can be seen HERE

Suicide Girls...

Monday April 20th - La Tulipe

As part of the Blackheart Tour, the Suicide Girls performed at Cabaret La Tulipe, where they held their last Canadian date. This “Comicon meets burlesque nerd orgy” representation, is sure to stimulate your senses.

Beware, may be considered "Explicit Adult Material" for some.

A few select images from the show HERE
NOTE:  DIFFICULT LIGHTING (12,800 ISO)

A link to their tour dates, and ticket purchase HERE

MJ Animaction...

Recherchez-vous des idées innovantes pour transformer tous vos évènements en une fête mémorable? Souhaitez-vous faire vivre une expérience unique aux enfants?

Si tel est le cas, les gens the MJ Animaction ont la solution.

SNAPePHOTO a récement faite une session photo avec certain de leurs super-heros, et vous pouvez voir plus bas, (une fois le travaille graphique ajouté), le résultat finale.

Depuis 2011, MJ Anim’Action est une agence spécialisée dans la production de spectacles d'animations pour les enfants et l’organisation d’évènements sur mesure dans la grande région de Montréal. Bien plus qu’une simple agence d’évènementiels, MJ Anim’Action est une source d’idées originales et de prestations de qualité. 

MJ Anim'Action vous propose un service clé-en-main avec une offre diversifiée telle que des maquilleuses (tattoo, airbrush), jeux gonflables, animaux exotiques, magiciens, clowns, DJ, photo-booth et des animations uniques avec nos personnages exclusifs au Québec (Spiderman, Batman, Ironman, Tortue Ninja, Transformers, etc…). 

De nombreuses grandes sociétés québécoises leurs ont déjà fait confiance : Le Cirque du soleil, Le Casino de Montréal, Le CHU Ste-Justine, La fondation Phare Enfants et Familles , La Fondation Starlight et bien d’autres encore.                                                                

Pour avoir de plus amples informations ou pour organiser votre prochain évènement, veuillez consulter leurs site web www.mjanimaction.com ou n’hésitez pas à les contacter par courriel, à info@mjanimaction.ca ou directement par téléphone au 514-550-4481.

Note:  Mentionné que vous avez vue l'annonce via SNAPePHOTO, et obtenu une escompte de 10%

Ne manqué pas de voir leurs nouvelle video promo ICI

DJI Inspire 1...

DJI’s most advanced technology comes together in an easy to use, all-in-one flying platform!

While the weather slowly settles in, and we finalize our training on DJI's new Inspire 1 unit, we'd thought we'd share a video shot in 4k, by the folks at Helipal, demonstrating the same awesome quality we'll soon be able to provide you.

Make sure you enable the 4K video setting, and prepare to be amazed!

See the video footage HERE

Empire, by Speigelworld...

Thursday April 16th 2015 - SNC-Lavalin Site

Direct from its world premiere smash-hit season at Times Square in New York City and sold-out seasons across Australia, Japan and New Zealand, EMPIRE is the most jaw-dropping show ever seen on a spiegeltent stage – and now it’s heading to Canada. Smashing through the borders of comedy, circus, vaudeville and burlesque, EMPIRE presents the sexiest most daring artists from across the globe.

An intimate setting (600 seats), brings you close to the action, in this not-to-be-missed performance.

A selection of images from the Media Call, can be seen HERE

More information and ticket purchase HERE

Caribou Cup 2015...

Saturday April 11th 2015 - Mont Tremblant

That time of year, when all self esteem and humility is set aside!

131 participants, dressed up in the most ridiculous outfits they could come up with, booting down the ski hill, doing their best to skim across a 100' pond of freezing cold water, then proceed their way to various bars to take in a few shooters, and finish their course at the Petit Caribou, where the chrono stops once they finish chugging a pint of beer!

The complete photo album HERE

The Harlem Globetrotters...

Friday April 10th 2015 - Bell Centre

As part of their "Washington Generales Revenge" World Tour, the Harlem Globetrotters graced the new basketball court of the Bell Centre.  As usual, their silly pranks and tremendous skill amused the inner child in all of us.

It was such an entertaining act, that at moments, I caught myself watching the action and forgetting to take pics.  If you missed it, there's always Quebec City tonight!!

A few select images from this entertaining evening, can be seen HERE

Session nouveau-né, avec Léa

Jeudi le 9 Avril 2015

En cette date, on a fait notre première session nouveau-né, avec une modele de 10 jours.  Je ne peu vous dire a quelle point cette nouvelle "top modele" nous a charmé, en plus de nous faire rire.  

Felicitations au nouveau parents!!

Ont espere revoir Léa en studio quand elle auras quelques mois de plus.

D'ici la, vous pouvez voir quelques image de cette première session ICI

We upgraded to the new Inspire 1...

Wednesday April 8th 2015

Not unlike the ol' saying, our goal is to reach further & higher.  As such, we've purchased another piece of equipment to help us do just that.  DJI's new drone, the Inspire 1 is the unit that will take us that extra step to provide you with awesome 4k video footage and the sharpest of imagery.

We're looking forward to completing our training program, and set forth onto this adventure.

Complete feature of this new unit, can be seen HERE

Marie-Eve Belanger, post-comp pics

Dimanche le 5 Avril 2015

Marie-Eve a participé a sa deuxieme compé IDFA, et c'est classé 5ieme dans sa catégorie.  Une superbe progression depuis ces début dans ce sport, et sain mode de vie.

Ont a eux la chance de travailler avec elle le lendemain de sa présence sur scene, afin de lui faire quelques captures de son progrès.

Ont lui souhaite bonne continuité, et ont a d'avantage hâte de la revoir devant nos lentilles dans les mois a venir.

Quelques images de cette session photos ICI

Major League Baseball, back in Montreal...

April 3rd-4th 2015 - Olympic Stadium

It's become a yearly tradition this time of year, as Mtl hosts a few pre-season games at the Olympic Stadium.  This year, it was the Toronto Blue Jays vs the Cincinnati Reds. 

A few images HERE 

Photos for fun...

Thursday April 2nd 2015

Yesterday evening, a friend and I decided to go for a walk in the wooded area, near his place in Ste-Rose, in search of spotting the large male Pileated Woodpecker he saw the week before. Cameras and telephoto lenses in hand, we left on our quest. We saw tons of fresh evidence that our animal was recently close by, but several kms in, we had to admit, that on this evening, he was nowhere to be found.

Nonetheless, it felt good to go out in the fresh air, and do photography as a passion, and not just because it was a mandate or project.  

My message to our feathered friend... I'll be back!

You can enjoy a few pics from this nature walk > HERE

Canon delivers the new 11-24mm f/4L USM

March 31st 2015

Long-awaited by photo enthusiasts and pro photographers alike, Canons new ultra-wide angle, 11-24mm f/4L USM lens delivers what it promised, and more. It's Canon's widest ever rectilinear zoom lens, by a fair margin!

Unfortunately, it comes at a cost, and a hefty one at that. This baby isn't cheap. At close to $3,200.00 Cdn, it's also by far the most expensive lens in it's focal range.  But, like most will say... "you get what you pay for!"

In this case, it holds true.  Landscape, property & architectural photographers will cherish this "must-have" lens in their chest vest or carry bag. 

The Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM ultra wide-angle zoom lens is designed to deliver high quality, minimally distorted images throughout the entire zoom range. Featuring the widest angle of view (126º05’ diagonal) ever achieved for a rectilinear full-frame Digital SLR lens, and a minimum focusing distance of 11 inches (at 24mm), this new lens is ideal for professionals who want the ultimate in creative image expression with sharp, crisp detail whether shooting entire buildings from a close position, entire stadium shots from a high-vantage point, large group photos at a scenic wedding or even astrophotography. Cinematographers will be equally as impressed with the lens’ ability to retain straight lines.

Technical specifications, Samples & a complete Review can be seen HERE

RBO (Rock et Belles Oreilles)...

Lundi le 30 Mars 2015 - Centre Bell

C'est au Centre Bell, lors d'une soirée de Hockey, que RBO a choisi de faire leurs promo de spectacles qui aurons lieu le 10 & 11 Juillet prochain, a cette meme amphithéatre.

Une compilation de leurs meilleurs sketchs et chansons serons vous faire re-vivre leurs moments de gloire.  

Apres avoir passé une tel soirée avec ces chics types, d'un humeur des plus lufoque, je ne peu que vous suggerer (fortement), de vous procurer des billets pour ce show qui sera ravir jeunes et moin jeunes.

Quelques images de la soirée ICI

Shoot Culinaire...

Samedi le 28 Mars 2015

C'est dans le cadre du projet des recettes estivales Canton - été 2015, que nous avons eux le plaisir de travailler avec une superbe équipe. (Com, chef, styliste, photog, accessoiriste & client).

Le mandat étais du genre "tout sous un seule toit", incluant la conception des recettes, la mise en place et prise d'image. 

Les images de ces recettes, (destiné au BBQ), peuvent etre vue ICI

La Voix...

22 Mars 2015 - Studio Mels

Les Directes de La Voix ont débuté le 22 Mars! En plus de mettre sous les projecteurs de nouveaux artistes remplis de talents, La Voix attire aussi des stars populaires d’ici et d’ailleurs!

Consultez la programmation ICI

ZZ Top...

March 17th 2015 - Bell Center

ZZ Top rocked out the Bell Center, to 5,920 fans of  "experience".

The Setlist and a few images, can be see HERE

Boxing Gala...

March 14th 2015 - Bell Center

The Bell Center was host to the it's 2nd boxing gala of 2015, with an impressive card, including the light heavy-weight world championship bout, opposing the local Jean Pascal vs Sergey Kovalev.  Our shooters, Tommy Picard & Vanessa Leclair were there to capture the action and atmosphere, during this event.

The Fight Card...

Sergey Kovalev vs Jean Pascal

Steve Cunningham vs Vyacheslav Glazkov

Isaac Chilemba vs Vasily Lepikhin

Dierry Jean vs Carlos Manuel Reyes

Nadjib Mohammedi vs Lee Campbell

Junior Ulysee vs Miguel Antoine

Dmitry Mikhaylenko vs Felipe De La Paz

David Theroux vs Lukasz Janik

Several images can be seen HERE

Photos Portraits... Valerie Lemelin

Le bouche a oreille et la visibilitée acru, semble faire en sorte que le studio soit de plus en plus occupé.  Cette fois, c'est avec la sympathique Valerie, que nous avons passé l'apres-midi a faire quelques photos portraits.

Quelques images sélectionné de cette session, peuvent etre vue ICI

Bryan Adams - BA30 Reckless Tour....

Monday February 21st 2015 - Bell Center

We were mandated to cover the Bryan Adams BA30 Reckless Tour, but also required to sign a photo release, that strictly forbids photographers to use images for his own portfolio and/or website.

This, and the fact that we were limited to shooting a single song, and restricted to the right hand side of the pit, put a damper on my personal feelings towards this artist. 

His conduct doesn't make me think less of him as an singer/songwriter, but it does make me reconsider him as a person, especially since he's a renowned photographer himself.  It's a shame he's so vain.

CHC - Canadiens vs Blue Jackets...

February 21st 2015 - Bell Center (Montreal)

It had been quite some time since I had last shot my last NHL hockey game. Felt really good to be at a game with a camera in hand. :)

The Habs ended a 2-game losing streak, as they defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets in front of their hometown fans 3-1, and on the same token, taking the lead of the Eastern Division, with 81 points!

Without wanting to Jinx it, don't you think we've got a great, young and talented team, that could go VERY far in the series this year?  I think it would be time for us to put the big "C" on Max Pacioretty's shirt, and have him lead this team all the way to the cup.

Meanwhile, a few images from this game, can be seen HERE