Norman Sizemore

Flashback Friday! Check out this stunning room photographed for Expressive Interiors in 2009. The custom furnishings, drapes, paint, and Bill Mack wall relief made it a statement room worthy of being showcased in various magazine articles, ads, websites, and social media platforms. This image became a benchmark photo for Expressive Interiors for several years, showcasing their commitment to creating visually stunning and unique interior designs. Marietta Calas Mary Price #residentialinteriors #architecturephotography #interiordesignphotography #chicagophotographer

We received a call last year from Brian Perreault of Barrett's Technology Solutions. Barrett’s are masters at incorporating state-of-the-art technology into any décor setting.? Look closely at the images and you’ll see that they have the latest sensors, lighting dimmers, speaker systems, theater controls etc., all carefully integrated into the space without drawing undo attention.? It’s this meticulous detail that makes them the first choice among architects, custom builders and interior designers.? We really enjoyed working with Brian and his team.? Below are a few of our favorites from the shoot. #architecturalphotography #residentialinteriors #chicagophotographer #commercialphotography

Back in 2005 we were photographing a series of bands at Bruce Starrenburg's Lightbox Studio in East Dundee. Remember, 2005 were still the days of film, and Lightbox was the finest processing and printing lab in the business. We would shoot upstairs in the studio loft, while Bruce processed the film downstairs in the lab.??Not digital fast, but still amazing service for 2005.?? The band members worked hard and we all had a blast, going through several set and costumes changes. We shot nearly 200 proofs, all on Fuji Astia 100F color reversal slide film.??Studio lights used were four Photogenic Machine Studio Master IIs, firing through a couple of Calumet 48” soft boxes, a Westcott 40” umbrella, Photogenic Machine Studio Kick Lights and a Photogenic Machine hair light.??Cameras used were a Minolta XE-7 and a Minolta X-570 mounted on an MD-1 motor drive. ?We shot with Prime lenses consisting of a Vivitar 100mm f2.8, a 58mm Rokkor F 1.2, and a 35mm Rokkor F1.8 for wide shots.? Below is a small sampling of the slides.??These were all scanned full-frame using a Minolta DiMage 5400 Scan Elite dedicated film scanner, with no enhancements or retouching.??The final images did include some minor retouching, i.e., fixing wrinkles in the back drops, and small clean up.??I could have used those, but I wanted you to see what the film looked like?before?any corrections were made.??There is a magic about film that digital cannot reproduce. Trust me, if they called, I would do this all over again.??We had so much fun! #commercialphotographer #portraitphotographer #modelphotographer #musicianphotographer #portraits #headshots #studiophotography #advertisingphotography #marketingimages #filmphotography #lightboxstudio Bruce Starrenburg Mary Price

It was time to update her professional marketing materials, and Long Grove-based interior designer Marietta Calas wanted to do something other than the generic high-key headshot. Shooting on a solid, seamless backdrop and using one 48" soft box as our key light with a reflector as a kick, gave us exactly the look we were after. We love photographing models, executives, and musicians; really any professional looking for the perfect shot to reflect their image. We had a short timeframe but we were able to get the shots we needed in about 30 minutes, including some outfit changes. Here are a few favorites. #portraitphotographer #headshots #professionalphotographer #commercialphotographer #architecturalphotographer #portraits #lifestylephotos #personalbranding #businessportraits

Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of working with with Dana Tatge of Key Interiors Design LLC for a photo shoot at Cinespace Studios . As the largest film studio in the Midwest, Cinespace boasts an impressive 36 active sound stages and over 1.6 million square feet of production space. With additional studio locations across the US, Canada, and Europe, Cinespace stands as the premier choice for feature film and television productions. Key Interiors recently undertook a project to update the office spaces for key staff members at Cinespace. The modern designs and meticulous attention to detail transformed these workspaces into both functional and aesthetically pleasing environments. Below are a few selected shots from our shoot, capturing the essence of the revamped office spaces at Cinespace Chicago. #architecturalphotography #commercialphotographer #chicagophotographer #commercialinteriorphotography #interiordesignphotographer

Project Spotlight: Chicago Condo with Spectacular Views A few years back, I had the pleasure of collaborating with the talented Lenore Weiss on a photography project showcasing a stunning Chicago condo overlooking the iconic Navy Pier. Lenore, a renowned architect and accomplished interior designer, seamlessly blends both disciplines to create spaces that are not only architecturally sound but aesthetically captivating. This project was featured as the cover story in the Fall 2023 issue of Licensed Architect magazine. To see more images of Lenore's exceptional work on this condo project, be sure to check out our blog post at https://lnkd.in/g5zTbe3y Lenore Weiss Mary Price Association of Licensed Architects #residentialdesign #interiordesignphotography #architecturalphotography #chicagocondo #commercialphotography #aiapphotographer

Revisiting a Timeless Collaboration As we travel down memory lane today, we reflect on a remarkable project that took shape a few years ago, crafted through the visionary lens of architect Michael Hershenson and skillfully brought to life by JMD Builders. This collaboration has been an integral part of our portfolio, gracing our marketing materials and website for years with its timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. The images from this unforgettable project resonate powerfully even today, capturing the essence of creativity, precision, and artistry. Each photograph tells a story of meticulous attention to detail, innovative design, and unwavering dedication to perfection. As we revisit these highlights from the shoot, we are reminded of the lasting impact of great teamwork and the ability of architecture to transcend time. The beauty of this project continues to inspire us, serving as a testament to the enduring quality of exceptional workmanship. Jerry Dardick Mary Price Michael Hershenson #architecturalphotography #residentialinteriors #commercialphotography #chicagophotographer

JMD Builders We photographed a few projects for Jerry Dardick last year in Chicago's Gold Coast. ?We met him on location, and he took us through the challenges that had to be overcome in this particular remodel, which was overlooking Lake Michigan. The extensive redesign involved moving walls, opening spaces, re-routing HVAC, and updating all essential systems. JMD has extensive capabilities and are specialists when it comes to high-end, custom projects.??The installations, finishes and furnishings are all of the finest quality.??The end result, as always with JMD, is superb. For those curious, these images were shot using a Sony A850, Sony 7RII, & Sony A700 cameras.??Minolta, Sony and Carl Zeiss lenses were used.??All images were individually hand processed. Below are a few of our favorites. View more pictures of this project on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gHawdkna Jerry Dardick Mary Price #architecturalphotography #interiors #commercialphotography #residentialinteriors #photography #realestatephotography #advertisingphotography #marketingimages #chicagophotographer

Shot on Film: Michelle Back in 2005, we were photographing an aspiring model name Michelle.??I’m pretty certain that this was her first professional photo shoot.??We brought in an amazing makeup artist and did the shoot at Bruce Starrenburg's Lightbox Studio. I shot the images using three Photogenic Machine II power packs, with a 48” soft box as a main light, a high back glamour head for a broad hair light and 36” bank light as a kick.???My main camera was a Minolta XE-7 loaded with Fuji Astia 100F color reversal slide film.??Lenses were a Minolta Rokkor 58mm 1.2, and a Vivitar 100mm 2.8 prime portrait lens. As we were shooting, Bruce was processing our exposed film and we all had a great time at the end of the day drinking martinis and looking at the images trough a loupe on the studio light table.??We were really pleased with the shoot and Michelle was awesome to work with.??She took direction like a seasoned professional. Below are just a few slides pulled from the shoot and scanned full frame using a Minolta DiMage 5400 dedicated film scanner. Visit our blog to see more photos: https://lnkd.in/gHTe2Zc7 Bruce Starrenburg Mary Price #headshots #portraits #headshotphotography #modelphotography #fashionphotography #advertisingphotography #filmphotography #studiophotography #commerialphotography

Simply stunning project by Lauren Coburn LLC We had a photo shoot earlier this year with Lauren Coburn.? Lauren, along with her senior designer Suzie Chavez, met us on-site to walk us through the incredible transformation of this project.? This is an early century estate, with old-world craftsmanship not commonly seen today.? Staying true to the character of the home, Lauren and her team updated the house by removing walls, opening up spaces, modernizing all of the living areas and making the home more beautiful, comfortable and opulent then one could possibly imagine.? ? ? When we arrived on the first day of shooting, Lauren and her team were fully prepared, having everything perfectly set and staged for the photo shoot.? ?As someone who shoots nearly every day, I really appreciate all the hard work and preparation that they put forth to make the shoot run smoothly and allowing us to capture as many images as possible.? Just look at the attention to detail in the images.? This is what true high-end interior design is all about.? Artistry in the home. View more photos on our blog at https://lnkd.in/gyFbySsr #interiordesign #laurencoburn #architecturalphotography #interiordesignphotography #interiors #commercialphotography #normansizemore Lauren Coburn Mary Price