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Belefant Featured on PhotoInduced

2008-05-20T08:56:00.000-07:00

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Photographer Brian Belefant and his liquid filtration system are featured in April's edition of PhotoInduced. Read the article and see photographic samples, including one of Brian's favorites: Turkish architecture through Turkish coffee.

In January of 08, Brian was also featured in Oregon Business Magazine.

I'll ruin the suspense right here and tell you that Brian doesn't reveal any of his secrets in these articles, but it's an interesting insight into the process.

Irene Pena in "Group Show 08"

2008-05-20T08:30:00.000-07:00

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Fashion and fine art photographer Irene Peña will be featured in a group show at the Geras-Tousignant Gallery in San Francisco. "Group Show 08" will run from June 27th to July 25th with an opening reception Friday June 27, 2008 from 5-8pm. The show will feature photography, painting, sculpture, glass, and books.

The gallery is located at 437 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133. A portion of the proceeds will go to Wokai, a Chinese microfinance organization hoping to increase opportunities for the world's poor. For more information, contact James Scott Geras at 415-986-1647 or log onto gtfineart.com.

Store 44 Reps Welcomes Two New Photographers

2007-11-27T12:50:00.000-08:00

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Store 44 Reps Welcomes Two New Photographers

PHOENIX, Arizona—November 27, 2007—Store 44 Reps is pleased to announce the addition of two new photographers to its roster of talent: Jackie Alpers and Brian Belefant.

Jackie Alpers takes a unique approach to food photography. Shunning the conventional lighting and styling techniques, Jackie opts instead for more of a reportage style to the subject matter, capturing the food and the experience, as-served. Later, she works the image in her studio, adding her signature painterly touch to the piece. Often Jackie's work includes people, setting more of a mood, and bringing the viewer into the human experience of the food we eat.

"Though my technique may first be perceived as strictly reportage, I do skew the viewer's perception by "painting" on the photos using light and shadow in post-production, creating scenes that are at the same time real and fabricated. I think it's really important to let food be food. I eat (or at least taste) everything that I shoot, never use a stylist and I use only available lighting. Eating is an emotional and multi-sensory experience. It's about color and texture as well as being in a certain time and place."

Portland based Brian Belefant is a television commercial director and a former ad agency creative director turned photographer. Belefant's approach to his subjects, which include landscapes and architecture, is also different. Using a filtration system he invented, Belefant shoots through liquids. In fact, the subjects of his photography are shot through a liquid essence of the subject matter: Canada through maple syrup, Ecuador through fruit juice, and Portugal through 20-year-old tawny port. Recently, Belefant's work was utilized by an Oregonian vineyard, which he photographed through pinot noir. His directing also has an influence on his work, with the images he photographs taking on a cinematic feel. In 2006, Mr. Belefant was named Photographer of the Year by the International Color Awards for his body of work.

With the addition of these new photographers, Store 44 Reps is able to present artwork in more commercial categories, while still retaining the company's fine-art roots. Jackie and Brian join portrait and lifestyle photographer Wayne Rainey, and Costa-Rican based fashion shooter Irene Peña.

Jackie Alpers:
www.store44.com/jackiealpers
Brian Belefant:
www.store44.com/brianbelefant

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers from around the world. For more information call 602-281-4490, or visit www.store44.com

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Iurissevich Included in Big Book of Fashion

2007-04-18T12:41:00.000-07:00

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Giulio Iurissevich Included in Big Book of Fashion Illustration: A World Sourcebook of Contemporary Illustration by Martin Dawber

PHOENIX, Arizona—April 18, 2007—Martin Dawber has once again tapped illustrator Giulio for his forthcoming world sourcebook of illustration, scheduled for release on Amazon in the United States in early 2008. Produced in the U.K. by Batsford, Dawber's fashion sourcebooks are inspiring reads for practitioners and connoisseurs of fashion illustration.

Giulio Iurissevich currently resides in Pordenone, Italy. He began his career in law before returning to his first passion, making pictures, in 1998. He is now an accomplished illustrator specializing in fashion, beauty and lifestyle illustration. Driven by instinct and inspired by the female form, Iurissevich’s work explores volume, geometry and color—reducing unnecessary effects and focusing instead on clean lines and forms.

Based in the U.K., Batsford produces high quality specialist books on a variety of disciplines including art, craft skills, costume, and heritage and film for worldwide distribution.

Giulio Iurissevich:
www.store44.com/giulioiurissevich/
New Fashion Illustration:
www.amazon.com

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers from around the world. For more information call 602-281-4490, or visit www.store44.com

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Store 44 Reps Welcomes Irene Pena

2006-12-31T10:27:00.000-08:00

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Store 44 Reps Welcomes Fashion Photographer Irene Pena

PHOENIX, Arizona—December 31, 2006—Store 44 Reps welcomes photographer Irene Peña, a Costa Rican based fashion photographer with an eye for motion.

Educated at the Costa Rica Fine Arts School, and Santa Monica College, Irene's fashion work is not the result of hours of photoshop as many suspect, but through the use of traditional film techniques. Her work is shown individually and in groups at galleries in Costa Rica, Mexico, and The United States, most recently in a group show at San Francisco's Geras Tousignant Gallery. Irene is currently working on a fashion lifestyle series, due sometime in early 2008.

“Irene plays with the ephemeral, the mysterious, the ugly and the beautiful…that personalities, because of the effects of the light and color in her images, dance the dance of life: half tragedy and half glamour, in and of itself the very definition of the concept of style.”

Irene Pena:
www.store44.com/irenepena/
Geras Tousignant Gallery:
www.gtfineart.com

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers from around the world. For more information call 602-281-4490, or visit www.store44.com

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Store 44 Reps Welcomes New Artists

2006-10-02T16:18:00.001-07:00

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Store 44 Reps Welcomes Two New Artists

PHOENIX, Arizona—October 2, 2006—Store 44 Reps welcomes painter/illustrators Andrea Shine and Ben Nettles.

Andrea Shine is a professional portrait artist with over 30 years of experience. Her watercolors and mixed media have appeared in dozens of books and received many professional accolades, including a Christopher Award. Andrea's work hangs in collections around the world, and she has exhibited in Dag Hammerskjold Center at The United Nations, New York City and Vanderbilt Museum in Centerport, New York, among many others.

Ben Nettles is a graduate of The Ringling School of Art. His arresting environmental caricatures have appeared in Playboy Magazine and The Village Voice, and has also appeared on T-shirts and posters for Liquid Culture. Ben's work was honored with awards from The Society of Illustrators, RSVP, and two from CMYK Magazine.

Store 44 Reps recognizes the importance of portraiture in storytelling and marketing, and Andrea Shine and Ben Nettles each bring a unique style to the genre. In addition to portraits, Andrea is know commercially for landscape, still-life, and building elevations and renderings. Ben keeps his hands dirty with his custom concrete countertop installation company in Florida.

Andrea Shine:
www.store44.com/andreashine/
Ben Nettles:
www.store44.com/bennettles/

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Giulio Iurissevich Selected for Images 30

2005-11-17T15:22:00.000-08:00

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Giulio Iurissevich's "The Elders" Selected for Publication in UK Association of Illustrators Images 30 Awards Annual

LONDON,UK—November 17, 2005—The judging of illustrations for The Association of Illustrators Images 30 Annual and exhibition has recently taken place, and once again, Giulio Iurissevich will be included in the publication.

The only jury-selected annual in the UK, Images represents a review of the year's best contemporary illustration, providing an indispensable tool for leading commissioners and industry professionals. An international panel of judges, including highly regarded commissioners of illustration, successful illustrators and cultural commentators, marks each entry according to how well the work fulfills the brief, originality, and technical ability. The chosen works are published in the Images annual and a selection of these works included in the accompanying Images exhibition at a central London venue and the nation wide Images tour.

Giulio Iurissevich currently resides in Pordenone, Italy. He first began his career in law before returning to his first passion, making pictures, in 1998. He is now an accomplished illustrator specializing in fashion, beauty and lifestyle illustration. Driven by instinct and inspired by the female form, Iurissevich’s work explores volume, geometry and color—reducing unnecessary effects and focusing instead on clean lines and forms.

Images is an awards book and touring exhibition. Annually distributed, free, to over 4000 commissioners, the Images book is considered British illustration's most important document. Each year the contents are selected from hundreds of entries by seven separate juries of influential figures in the creative industry - art directors from advertising, periodical and book publishing, illustrators' agents and practicing illustrators. The featured work is by artists at all levels of experience and covers all the fields in which illustration is commissioned or inspired.

The AOI was established in 1973 to advance and protect illustrator’s rights and encourage professional standards. The AOI is a non-profit making trade association dedicated to its members’ professional interests and the promotion of illustration.

Giulio Iurissevich:
www.store44.com/giulioiurissevich/
IMAGES 29 – The Best of Contemporary British Illustration:
www.theaoi.com/images

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Store 44 Reps at The monOrchid Building

2005-09-29T14:51:00.000-07:00

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Store 44 Reps at The monOrchid Building

PHOENIX, Arizona—September 1, 2005—Commercial photography and illustration agency Store 44 Reps will be featuring a collection of works at The monOrchid Building on First Friday, September 2, 2005. The Event is free to the public.

From the Phoenix New Times Review 9/29/05:

"Store 44 Reps" at monOrchid: This group show of a dozen commercial artists, illustrators and photographers represented by the Scottsdale firm Store 44 Reps is untroubled by the weighty Mission of Art. These are just cool images. Palmer Saylor's takes on Old Masters paintings show a virtuoso's skill with a brush. Meredith Parmelee's striking candy-colored photographs of parakeets on flower branches make you realize how much the pet-store staples resemble anime characters. And Nil Ultra's battered close-up of the sport-striped door of a '70s muscle car turns an automobile into an ancient-looking abstraction from a 25-century archaeological dig. Through Friday, Sept. 30. 214 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix, 602-281-4490, store44.com.

Store 44 Reps at The monOrchid Building:
www.store44.com/show/monorchid-2005/
Phoenix New Times Review:
www.phoenixnewtimes.com/issues/2005-09-29/culture/art3.html

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Giulio Iurissevich Selected for Images 29

2005-06-22T09:50:00.000-07:00

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Giulio Iurissevich's "The 3 Sisters" Selected for Publication in UK Association of Illustrators Images 29 Awards Annual and Accompanying Exhibition

LONDON,UK—June 22, 2005—Giulio Iurissevich's work, "The 3 Sisters," has been selected for publication in the UK Association of Illustrators Images 29 Awards Annual and in the accompanying exhibition. The only jury-selected annual in the UK, Images represents a review of the year's best contemporary illustration, providing an indispensable tool for leading commissioners and industry professionals. An international panel of judges, including highly regarded commissioners of illustration, successful illustrators and cultural commentators, marks each entry according to how well the work fulfills the brief, originality, and technical ability. The chosen works are published in the Images annual and a selection of these works included in the accompanying Images exhibition at a central London venue and the nation wide Images tour.

Show Details: The Association of Illustrators presents Images 29 from 20 to 30 July 2005 at the Mall Galleries in London. The show includes 200 (touring 70) award winning works from the established and new talents of British illustration. Images 29 provides an ideal overview of the wealth and variety of work being produced in the UK today from traditional line drawings to the newest digital techniques. On display are the original artworks featured in the only jury-selected illustration annual in the UK and commissioned by such companies as the BBC, Royal Mail, Conran Ltd and the national press. All the work is published in the Images 29 annual, out in July 2005. Images 29 reveals not just the outstanding talent of a particular year but a remarkable résumé of the trends and turbulence that have shaped today’s industry.

Giulio Iurissevich currently resides in Pordenone, Italy. He first began his career in law before returning to his first passion, making pictures, in 1998. He is now an accomplished illustrator specializing in fashion, beauty and lifestyle illustration and his current success is reflected with his recent inclusion in Batsford’s publication featuring a who’s who in fashion illustration worldwide, and his interview in Digital Creative Arts, the only comprehensive magazine covering digital arts in the UK. Driven by instinct and inspired by the female form, Iurissevich’s work explores volume, geometry and color—reducing unnecessary effects and focusing instead on clean lines and forms. Already a success in his native Europe, Iurissevich joined Store 44 Reps in 2004 to gain exposure within the American fashion illustration market. Giulio was recently accepted into The Society of Illustrators—the only institution dedicated to the art of illustration.

Now in it's 30th year, Images is an awards book and touring exhibition. Annually distributed, free, to over 4000 commissioners, the Images book is considered British illustration's most important document. Each year the contents are selected from hundreds of entries by seven separate juries of influential figures in the creative industry - art directors from advertising, periodical and book publishing, illustrators' agents and practicing illustrators. The featured work is by artists at all levels of experience and covers all the fields in which illustration is commissioned or inspired.

The AOI was established in 1973 to advance and protect illustrator’s rights and encourage professional standards. The AOI is a non-profit making trade association dedicated to its members’ professional interests and the promotion of illustration.

Giulio Iurissevich:
www.store44.com/giulioiurissevich/
IMAGES 29 – The Best of Contemporary British Illustration:
www.theaoi.com/images

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Giulio Iurissevich in New Fashion Illustration

2005-05-23T17:10:00.000-07:00

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Giulio Iurissevich Included in B.T. Batsford’s
New Fashion Illustration

SCOTTSDALE,Arizona—May 23, 2005—Store 44 Reps’ artist Giulio Iurissevich is featured in B.T. Batsford’s New Fashion Illustration, slated for publication in August 2005. The book features interviews and examples of Iurissevich and other fashion illustrators. and is available for pre-order at www.amazon.com

Iurissevich, who currently resides in Pordenone, Italy, first began his career in law before returning to his first passion, making pictures, in 1998. He is now an accomplished illustrator specializing in fashion, beauty and lifestyle illustration and his current success is reflected with his inclusion in Batsford’s forthcoming publication featuring a who’s who, worldwide, in fashion illustration. Driven by instinct and inspired by the female form, Iurissevich’s work explores volume, geometry and color—reducing unnecessary effects and focusing instead on clean lines and forms.

Already a success in his native Europe, Iurissevich joined Store 44 Reps to gain exposure within the American fashion market. Most recently, he was a featured artist in a special edition of Digital Creative Arts Magazine and was also accepted into The Society of Illustrators—the only institution dedicated to the art of illustration.

Based in the U.K., Batsford produces high quality specialist books on a variety of disciplines including art, craft skills, costume, and heritage and film for worldwide distribution.

Giulio Iurissevich:
www.store44.com/giulioiurissevich/
New Fashion Illustration:
www.amazon.com

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Store 44 Artists Interviewed and Published

2005-04-06T16:28:00.000-07:00

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Wayne Rainey and Giulio Iurissevich Interviewed and Published

SCOTTSDALE, Arizona—April 06 2005—Recently, two Store 44 Reps artists were included in prestigious national and international publications.

Valley-based photographer Wayne Rainey was selected to represent Arizona in PDN’s (Photo District News) The Fifty States Issue. Published in February and presented online in March, the issue highlights the work of 50 photographers from across America while touching upon the photographic climate and uniqueness of each artist’s home state. His black and white portrait of architect and philosopher Paolo Soleri is featured in the article available for viewing online at www.pdnonline.com

Fashion illustrator Giulio Iurissevich will be featured in New Fashion Illustration, published in the UK by BT Batsford later this spring. The book features interviews with Giulio, and samples of his work. It is available for purchase at www.amazon.com

Also watch for the Store 44 Reps spread in the 2005 Edition of The Alternative Pick shipping this month! Featured artists include photographers Wayne Rainey, Meredith Parmelee, Irvin Serrano, and Brandon Sullivan. The ad, and accompanying landing page were designed by Nil Ultra and Kevin Ross. The Alternative Pick is a specialized, sourcebook and complementary website showcasing the work of commercial artists, including photographers, illustrators, designers and directors, working in advertising, editorial and music entertainment industries.

Founded in 2002 to provide a vehicle for fine-art photographers and painters also engaged in commercial work, Store 44 Reps currently features a dozen artists showcasing a variety of visual mediums. For more information, visit www.store44.com

PDN's The Fifty States Issue:
www.pdngallery.com/special/50states/2005/
New Fashion Illustration:
www.amazon.com
2005 Alternative Pick Promo:
www.store44.com/art/2005/
Wayne Rainey Studios:
www.store44.com/waynerainey/
Giulio Iurissevich Fashion Illustration:
www.store44.com/giulioiurissevich/
Nil Ultra Design:
www.store44.com/nilultra/
Kevin Ross:
www.arcademedia.net

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Wayne Rainey in PDN: 50 States

2005-02-08T10:42:00.000-08:00

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Wayne Rainey Featured in PDN’s The 50 States Issue

PHOENIX, Arizona—February 8, 2005—Valley-based photographer Wayne Rainey was recently selected to represent Arizona in PDN’s (Photo District News) The Fifty States Issue. Published in February, the issue highlights the work of 50 photographers from across America while also touching upon the photographic climate and uniqueness of each artist’s home state.

In his interview, Rainey discusses everything from fees, clients and markets to the strong and supportive Arizona photographic community. He credits the proximity of one of the world’s foremost photographic institutions, the Center for Creative Photography in Tucson, with maintaining an unparalleled, enlightening environment. “This is an unbelievable asset-to have the ability to go down [there] and see almost anything.” Rainey also acknowledges the beauty and diversity of the Sonoran landscape and its lure for photographers. A black and white portrait of architect and philosopher Paolo Soleri is featured in the article.

Wayne Rainey is a successful fine-art and commercial photographer based in Phoenix, Arizona. His work has appeared in Bentley Gallery, Communication Arts, and Art News. His clients include Harley Davidson Apparel, Sam Adams, Phoenix Zoo, SRP, Circle K, and The Arizona Lottery. The monOrchid Building, Rainey’s 15,000 square foot studio/gallery space located in downtown Phoenix draws more than 5,000 people each month in connection with Art Detour and First Fridays, and was recognized by the LA Times as "the downtown gallery that launched the scene."

PDN is a monthly publication covering in depth news stories and issues within the photo industry. It is one of the foremost publications for print photography businesses.

Wayne Rainey Studios:
www.store44.com/waynerainey/
The Fifty States Issue:
www.pdngallery.com/special/50states/2005/

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Giulio Iurissevich in Digital Creative Arts

2004-12-09T15:22:00.000-08:00

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Giulio Iurissevich in Digital Creative Arts Magazine

SCOTTSDALE, Arizona—December 9, 2004—Giulio Iurissevich is a featured artist in a special edition of Digital Creative Arts magazine. Iurissevich’s layout includes an eight-page Illustrator workshop entitled “Impact Illustration in Illustrator” complete with images of his work and commentary.

Iurissevich, who currently resides in Pordenone, Italy, first began his career in law before returning to his first passion, making pictures, in 1998. Already a success in his native Europe, Iurissevich joined Store 44 Reps to gain exposure within the American fashion market. He is an accomplished illustrator specializing in fashion, beauty and lifestyle illustration. Driven by instinct and inspired by the female form, Iurissevich’s work explores volume, geometry and color—reducing unnecessary effects and focusing instead on clean lines and forms.

Digital Creative Arts is the only comprehensive magazine covering digital arts in the UK. Specially designed for aspiring and professional creatives, the monthly publication covers digital imaging, illustration, digital video, 3D and digital audio.

Giulio Iurissevich Illustrations:
www.store44.com/giulioiurissevich/
Digital Creative Arts UK:
PDF Reprint

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Wayne Rainey in New York Post

2004-02-17T12:58:00.000-08:00

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Wayne Rainey and The Phoenix Art Scene Featured in
The New York Post

PHOENIX, Arizona—February 17, 2004—Phoenix’s downtown art scene is finally receiving the recognition it deserves, and by The New York post no less. The online edition highlights the pioneering efforts of Wayne Rainey’s monOrchid building — instrumental in bringing some much needed foot traffic to downtown Phoenix. Other featured locations taking part in Phoenix’s downtown revitalization include: The Paisley Violin, Willow House, and The Phoenix Art Museum.

Wayne Rainey is a successful fine-art and commercial photographer based in Phoenix, Arizona. His work has appeared in Bentley Gallery, Communication Arts, and Art News. His clients include Sam Adams, Phoenix Zoo, SRP, Circle K, Canadian Business Magazine, and The Arizona Lottery.

For over 200 years the New York Post has had its finger on the pulse of New York. With its energetic, intelligent coverage, The New York Post is more than a good read; it's an integral part of the fabric of New York City.

Wayne Rainey Studios:
www.store44.com/waynerainey/
New York Post Article:
www.specialsections.nypost.com/news/nypost/travel/20040217/p43_s2.htm

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Wayne Rainey Wins AltPick Award

2004-01-23T10:03:00.000-08:00

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Wayne Rainey Wins Altpick Award for
Best Photography

NEW YORK, New York—January 23, 2004—Wayne Rainey’s photograph “Sloane” was awarded top honors at the first annual Altpick Awards, receiving third place in the photography category and edging out entries from thousands of national and international photographers. The image, originally shot for the 2004 Aug/Sept cover of Shade Magazine features Phoenix’s own audio and visual artist Sloane McFarland.

"I was thrilled!" says Rainey. "Sloane is an amazing talent, and the portrait came out exactly how I envisioned it. It was an honor to have my work recognized by the judges."

"Sloane" is part of a series Rainey is working on featuring artists in the Phoenix Metro area. Other notables in the series include architect Paolo Soleri, sculptor Pete Deise, and controversial architect-turned-artist Bill Tonnesson.

Wayne Rainey is a successful fine-art and commercial photographer based in Phoenix, Arizona. His work has appeared in Bentley Gallery, Communication Arts, and Art News. His clients include Sam Adams, Phoenix Zoo, SRP, Circle K, Canadian Business Magazine, and The Arizona Lottery.

The Altpick Awards acknowledges the creative efforts of the industries best. Categories include design, illustration, interactive and photography and entries are judged by a committee of top industry professionals. The 2004 winning entries are featured in The Alternative Pick 13th Annual Edition and altpick.com.

The Alternative Pick is a specialized, sourcebook and complementary website showcasing the work of commercial artists, including photographers, illustrators, designers and directors, working in advertising, editorial and music entertainment industries. It is distributed world wide.

Wayne Rainey Studios:
www.store44.com/waynerainey/
AltPick Awards Page:
www.altpick.com/awards/winners/JudgeWinners.php

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Wayne Rainey on 2003 Cool List

2003-12-04T18:47:00.000-08:00

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Wayne Rainey Honored on the Phoenix New Times
2003 Cool List

PHOENIX, Arizona—December 4, 2003—"Phoenix is like this extraordinary canvas with all kinds of places to paint,” states Wayne Rainey in The Cool Index, a recent article in The Phoenix New Times which highlights the efforts of local artists and entrepreneurs changing the landscape of downtown Phoenix. Once desolate, downtown is now sprouting restaurants, boutiques, coffee bars, galleries and artists’ studios like the monOrchid building, a multi-use facility and current home of Rainey Studios.

Rainey is featured in the Amy Silverman article alongside of other creative and business luminaries, including Beatrice Moore, Kimber Lanning, and Chris Bianco.

"Wayne Rainey. He's a commercial and fine art photographer who opened monOrchid, a multi-use facility on Roosevelt Street that houses his own studio and gallery space, the offices of local architects and graphic designers, and the offices of Shade magazine, which he started. Rainey also owns Holga's, a 12-unit affordable-housing structure he rehabbed himself with $136,000 in grant money. He's at work on a large, low-income housing project for artists."

Since its founding in 1970, Phoenix New Times has kept the Valley of the Sun's feet to the fire. Over the years, the paper has attracted hundreds of thousands of loyal readers who consider the paper an unparalleled source of information and insight, from politics and business to music and the arts.

Wayne Rainey Studios:
www.store44.com/waynerainey/
Phoenix New Times:
www.phoenixnewtimes.com/2003-12-04/news/the-cool-index/full

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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Wayne Rainey's Africa at Bentley

2002-12-23T14:58:00.000-08:00

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Wayne Rainey's 'Africa' Series Showing at
Bentley Gallery

PHOENIX, Arizona—January 23, 2002—In the summer of 2001, Photographer Wayne Rainey followed the path of adventure, and a solar eclipse through the southern parts of Africa, documenting the people and events in their everyday lives.

Leaving behind the usual safari assortment of long lenses and traditional cameras, Rainey embarked on a photographic journey with a pinhole camera and a Chinese plastic medium-format camera, better known as a ‘Holga’. The result is a stunning collection of Black and White imagery that is currently on display at the prestigious Bentley Gallery in Scottsdale, Arizona. In his article for the Arizona Republic, John Villani describes Wayne's adventure, traveling by bus, canoe, and land rover, zigzagging the region, living out of a tent, and carefully selecting his subjects to conserve precious film.

The January issue of Art News describes the thriving gallery scene in Phoenix and Scottsdale and features as the main image a selection of Wayne's photography from this series.

"Looking at Wayne Rainey's new photographs is like waking from a half-remembered dream. Blurred, stained and minimal...his jewel like dark sketches of his African Voyage remains on the fringes of consciousness like some newly unearthed shadowy artifacts." - Keith Carter

The show runs through Feb 8 with a grand opening on Thursday Jan the 9th, 2003.

Wayne Rainey Studios:
www.store44.com/waynerainey/
Samples from "Africa":
www.store44.com/waynerainey/africa/
Art News:
www.artnews.com/issues/issue.asp?id=10201
Bentley Gallery:
www.bentleygallery.com/

Store 44 Reps:
Contemporary creative content for advertising and editorial assignments, representing award-winning photographers, illustrators, and designers. For more information, visit www.store44.com

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