Happy Earth Day from Studio 3, Inc.

We not only create green brand campaigns for clients, we live them. Earth Day is the world’s largest environmental movement, celebrating sustainability, environmental protection, and the green movement across the globe. Today, we celebrate the earthy efforts of our team and clients- highlighting six clients who put their green foot forward. Working to reduce our ecological […]

Drones: Bringing you the Bird’s-Eye View

Studio 3, Inc. provides a different perspective with our drone photography and videography in Portland, Seattle, and surrounding areas. With our in-house creative team and drone specialists, we can surely turn your vision into reality. Drones have become a standard in photography and videography. The innovative use of drones can be seen in all types […]

Creating Sunshine: Lighting, Props, And Backdrops

Here at Studio 3, we create warm summer days year-round. Our amazing team brings sunshine and warmth to the office every day. Likewise, we bring sunshine solutions to your product photography with lighting, props, backdrops, and our digital media team. You bring the product, we’ll bring the summer. Location your budget approves. Lighting and backdrops and […]

A Focus On Food: Our Tricks And Tips Behind Food + Beverage Photography

Most people don’t think about the way food is photographed – they think about how it will taste! But ask any professional photographer that has worked with food or beverages, and they’ll tell you that there’s a litany of tricks and tips to making food look delicious and distinctive. From Hollywood trickery to spatial geometry […]

The Right Tool In The Wrong Hands: How Specialization and Expertise Make All The Difference

Shot on an iPhone. Some Assembly Required. Do-It-Yourself Being independent is good! Nimble businesses thrive on independence, and also talented individuals who can wear multiple hats. That being said, media and marketing is all too often a department where corners are cut, and projects which would otherwise be performed by professionals are either outsourced to ‘one-size-fits-all’ services […]

Our Process: From Start To Finish With Studio 3

  When Studio 3 begins a photography or branding project, our first step is to sit down with the client and dream up ideas. Collaborating on a concept might involve a handful of approaches, depending on the project at hand – anything from examining examples of similar work, creative brainstorming with our in-house team, and […]

4 Unique Ways Video Can Stop The Scroll

As marketing trends continue to evolve, it’s clear that video is still far-and-away one of the most effective tools in a marketer’s toolbox. In fact, it’s said that more than 500 million hours of videos are watched every single day on Youtube alone! Here at Studio 3, we’re committed to unravelling the mechanics of how […]

HOW DO YOU HUE? Three Ways Studio 3 Makes It Pop

When is the last time you were blown away by an image? Why was that? Perhaps you noticed a vivid background, strategically hued font, or impressively monochromatic scheme. You noticed color. Color impacts product integrity, branding, and consumer reactions. A lot of components go into creating “the shot,” and Studio 3, Inc. handles them all from […]

Show Don't Tell: How Commercial Photography Changes the Game

We have a mantra here at Studio 3 Inc: Beautiful Photography Sells Product. Yes, stock photos are easy to get in today’s culture of immediacy. Yes, it’s also easy to take your own photos due to the evolution of smartphone cameras. What’s not easy is making the decision to invest in advertising photography for your […]

Content Eats: 5 Photography Tips to Creating Online Content in 2018

It’s Social Media’s world, we’re just living in it. As the Social Media Manager for a Photography Studio you would think I’d be set; photos and video content for dayyyz. I wish it were that easy. The truth is everyone works hard at creating enough content to keep the social media beast happy and fed. […]

Tis The Season For Client Comfort

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season; To-do lists unroll to the floor, coffee is taken through IV drips, and the studio always vaguely smells of cookies. During the holiday season we understand you would rather be at home with a book and warm cup of Stash Tea, so we have done what we […]

Let's Unpack This: A Look Inside Studio 3's Location Lighting Kit

When shooting lifestyle or product photography on location in the Pacific Northwest you rarely know what you’re going to get. The rain gods in our home states of Oregon and Washington are prevalent and powerful. Deluge or mist, the Studio 3 team arrives on location prepared for anything. How do we juggle variously lit environments, keep a tight […]

Digital Retouching, Can you Didg’ it?

“Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can become great.” ― Mark Twain The million dollar question: What sets us apart from all of the other photography studios in the PNW? Well, quite a few things. But it’s hard to […]

Who Runs Our World (Liz)

Studio 3, Inc. Producer, Liz Swales, is the driving force behind our photography magic. It’s truly amazing what all she can get done in a day. In order for all of you to get to know a little bit more about our Top Boss, I sat down with her at the Portland studio’s neighborhood tea […]

Brand Identity; Telling YOUR Story Through Photography and Video

In an era of constant online noise, brand identity becomes quintessential. Customers are seeking not only quality, but also an authentic buying experience; the real people behind the business. They are seeking companies with similar values and lifestyles as their own. How do you build an unmistakable brand identity? How do you tell your story? […]

I Have a Therapist, Her Name Is Nature

Studio 3, Inc. has commissioned a new tourist attraction in the shadow of the Space Needle. When we’re not moving mountains for clients, we are painting them. With artist and mountain-man Trace Gough’s mural, we have brought a bit of the PNW beauty to our own backyard. How is that for the highest quality visual […]

Something Only an '80s Kid Would Remember- Studio 3, Inc.'s First Digital Camera

  Digital Photography in 1993 = Big, Ugly, and Awesome… and boy did we think we were cool. Before the digital camera was the norm, it was enormous!   Take a Hasselblad, attach a HUGE digital back, and add cooling fans, a dehumidifying unit, and a large filter wheel, then you can start to imagine […]

Meet the Marketers

Studio 3, Inc. has added new members to our close-knit team, and we would like to introduce them to you. Jack Biehn has an impressive resume for his young age. He is already fast at work developing client relationships in the Portland and Seattle markets in his role as Ambassador of Accounts. If you haven’t […]

Stepping On-Location with Studio 3, Inc.

Three weeks into the job and it was time for my first on-location shoot with Studio 3, Inc. I boarded Bolt Bus, a company favorite, and set off for Seattle, eager to see Studio 3, Inc.’s cool studio space in the shadow of the Space Needle. The day started with Chanel Everett, the studio’s Princess of […]

Creatively Curated: Why Studio 3, Inc.'s Team is Top of the Line

Stylist, trendsetter, initiator, innovator or trailblazer—call it what you want, the ability to curate food and drink takes enviable creative flair. Erika Macias and Marianne Sao are two of the magicians behind Studio 3, Inc.’s mouth-watering food photography. When you work with Studio 3, Inc. one thing is for sure; you are working with the best. We hand-pick our team of freelancers and […]

14 Reasons to Love Studio 3, Inc.

Reaching out to clients and our team, we have compiled a list of just a few reasons you will love Studio 3, Inc. The balance of exceptional skill, competitive pricing and LOTS of fun is what brings our long-term clients back again and again, while also attracting new ones. In other words, what is it […]

Top Tech Toys for 2017

Yeah, we’re not sure how we made it through 2016 either, but now that 2017 is here we wanted to share what we’re excited about for the NEW year. Although we love raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens as much as the next guy, it’s this batch of new tech products that are making their way to […]

Thank You for Being a Friend…

Ever wonder how the hell Studio 3 has remained one of THE leading photography and video studios in the Pacific Northwest for like, ever? Becoming a successful studio takes more than “having an eye for composition” and keeping up with the latest trends. Our success stems from the relationships we have built not only with our […]

Chatting with Studio 3 Co-Founder, Jim Felt

Studio 3 has was established in 1978 by three high school buddies. We sat down with one of the founding members, Jim Felt, to learn a little more about his lengthy career in photography. How long have you been a photographer? I got my first camera in 8th grade but it didn’t occur to me then I would […]

Virtual Reality Check with Google Cardboard

Virtual Reality! The future! It’s finally here! After decades of empty SciFi promises, the age of virtual reality has finally arrived, in the form of cardboard. Google Cardboard is an at-home virtual reality platform that requires nothing more than your smart phone in order to use it. This low-cost fun machine had been on our minds […]

Stop, Prop and Roll!

How’d you make it look so GOOD? Well, my dears, it takes quite a bit of searching to find just the right prop. Ask our producers and stylists, they’ve got TONS of hilarious stories about finding the perfect prop for the job! Stepping into our prop library, you’ll see that we have multiple racks with bins […]

Spirit Week in the Studio

Ready? OKAY! Our PDX location had its very own Spirit Week as Dehen Cheer paid us a visit. Dehen manufactures custom cheer and dance uniforms. Thusly our spacious, new northeast studio was overtaken by color, hairspray, pom poms and tons of pep! Glamourous photoshoots require glamourous setups. There was no shortage of makeup on hand. Our studio has lots […]

Packaging & Shelf-Appeal

package imagery: getting your product dressed for success Look at the picture of chips above. Clean, enticing, inviting. Seeing that image on a bag of chips would immediately draw a person in, which is a sign of effective, marketable packaging. Having quality packaging is just as important as the product itself: the packaging is sort of like the […]

Post-Production, Robot-Construction

  Android mannequins?! In high fashion? Heck yes we’re on board. One of our favorite Portland agencies, Frank Creative, contacted us with a wild and ambitious digital art project. When Frank reaches out, it’s a sure bet that an over-the-top project is headed our way. We love how they challenge us, in fact, we find it invigorating. Bring […]

How to Create a Serene Scene

(hint: it’s a lot of hard work) Pure calm and relaxation. A peaceful soak in a Marquis Spa looking out into a quaint, zen-filled yard. Surely this shoot was as easy as it is on the eyes, yes? Well, no. Photographing a hot tub takes a lot more time, manpower, props, people and creativity than one could […]

Same Friendly Faces, Great New Location

We’ve had a busy week here in the Studio 3 Portland branch. As is the norm in PDX, we’ve moved! Yes, after 40 years in the same location we decided it was time to shake things up a bit. Ahh look at that open space! After months of waiting, we have finally moved into the […]

Time Will Tell…

LaCoste’s stylish watch blends elements of dignified grace and exquisite fashion. Its dynamic look requires a dynamic image that only Studio 3 can deliver.  Photographer Trevor Boone pulled out all of the stops, shooting in Seattle’s Union Station, a backdrop uniquely suited to reflect LaCoste’s class and refined elegance. Using mostly natural light, Photographer Trevor Boone turned […]

Let's Make Everyday A Spa Day

Our creative partnership with  Marquis Spas  has developed swimmingly over the last 10 years. With Studio 3’s continuing passion for interpreting the client’s vision and turning it into the reality they are looking for. All the while having a great time amidst splashes, friendly banter, and of TONS of warm towels & robes. The intent of […]

Getting Hog Wild!

We had a great time shooting with Hog Wild Toys – who make us feel like kids again with every photoshoot. Speaking of kids, we had some incredible little tykes in the studio to capture the toys in action. They had a blast. Here at Studio 3, we are always playing with toys, whether it be […]

Cocktails, there's an app for that.

This week at Studio 3, photographer Henry Ngan got things revving with a photo shoot of a new app called the Perfect Drink App-Controlled Smart Bartending. The new product from Brookstone is designed to make the perfect cocktail.Do you ever come across a stunning drink photo and wonder, How did they do that!? We can’t reveal […]

Building Buzz with Product Photography

When Stung Fermented wanted to modernize their look and make their photography competitive in the marketplace, they called on Studio 3 to deliver. We were able to go on-location at Stung Fermented’s Portland meadery and execute a shoot designed to build excitement around the up-and-coming brand. Bringing mead back from the past (with a hip, modern twist!) […]

When it Comes to Video, Studio 3 Is Your Wingman

We had a great time hosting one of our long-time Clients in the Studio for a video shoot last week. Coordinated by Project Manager Liz Swales, the production featured some of the Client’s best-selling products in action and showcased their versatility. Director David King revved into action to create an expert blend of fun and professionalism on set. […]

Keep Kissing Boys in the Street

If you haven’t yet heard Greg Holden’s song “Boys in the Street” it’s high time you must. Profiled by Time and the Huffington Post, Holden is an artist who identifies as straight, but wrote the song in support of his gay friends. The song tugs on the heartstrings with a powerful message about gay acceptance and love. Spied […]

5 Things to Consider When Hiring a Professional Photographer

It can be tough to find the perfect photographer for your images. Who to work with? How do you know what you’re getting? What will ensure the quality of the final image…and a great outcome? When weighing portfolios and websites, it is necessary to look at these 5 areas before you make that professional photographer […]

Start Your Engines: Vehicle Photography That Keeps Your Motors Purring

Here at Studio 3, Inc. we are big fans of big engines, smooth lines, and sleek rides. Our professional photographers have decades of experience working with large vehicles and wrangling all the angles to show those sweet wheels at their very best. After many years working with Griot’s Garage, we have had the opportunity to […]

Curing Those Winter Blues

Curing the winter blues can be a daunting task. Everywhere we look people are giving advice. Bake cakes, learn to knit, read 500 books, you know, the works. After awhile, you’ll realize nothing is kicking that booty into gear. That’s why we’re here to help.  Introducing 5 things YOU can do to cure your winter […]

A Glimpse at Photography Production

When you stumble across a flawlessly delicious image you can’t help but wonder; how did they make it look so good? While we can’t reveal all of our secrets, we can certainly give you a glimpse into the messy, hectic, chaotic yet beautiful world of Commercial Photography told from our Seattle Producer herself…. A job […]

Blast From The Past: Gift Guide!

After all the crazy post – thanksgiving shopping days have come and gone, we’re reminded of all the “IT” items on the wish lists of years gone by. Check out this “blast from the past” gift guide and see if you remember Jones’n for any of these … It’s Friday night, December 1987 and you’re […]

Gobble Gobble, Thanksgiving Is Here!

In food photography or in your own kitchen, using the freshest of fresh ingredients is always critical to making a beautiful final photograph – or in your case, a meal! One of our favorite ways to guarantee freshness in the Pacific Northwest is to get our ingredients from Whole Foods Market. Now you don’t even […]

Food, Family & Fun

The two best things about the holiday season? Here’s a clue. They both start with the letter “F.” Food and … family. If you want to plan some outdoor activities for when the kids are home, or even in between those stomach – stuffed meals, check out your city’s local events that are happening on […]

Favorite Fall Food (and drink) Recipes

Need new fall traditions? Ginger-Turmeric Tea. Its got cold remedies mixed into the sweet and spicy liquid that goes oh so nicely next to a warm fire or in a to-go thermos on your morning walk. It only calls for four ingredients – powdered ginger, powdered turmeric, lemon, and water. A lot of Studio 3’s […]

Fall in Love With These 6 Tools

It’s that time — yard work needs to be done without the help of rain to make that soil a little more easy to dig into. Gerber Gear in Portland, Oregon, has been getting the dig-job done since 1939, and has a one hundred percent success rate when it comes to cracking open the earth. […]

Ready, Set, Fall!

The alarm is going off, it’s time to start the day. The number one thing that helps with this process? Coffee. That warm, wonderful wake-me-up-cup. Portland and Seattle are known for their hole-in-the-wall coffee shops along with their hand roasted coffee beans. If you’re more of a stay-at-home coffee drinker, Espresso Supply in Seattle, WA, […]

Salad, Sangria, & Salmon: Get Foody With S3

The school year is here but before you say goodbye to all the summer festivities, remember there are still plenty of weekends to salvage the warm weather and sparkling sunshine. Which, as we know, is especially important to us PNWers who are used to…let’s say… a “shadier” type of living. It’s like we all announce, […]

17 Ways to Get Your Clients to Love You: A Studio 3 Guide

We’ve been in business a long time, working with some clients for a decade or more. To us, the client relationship is paramount, and we go above and beyond to nurture it. What would you experience if you were a client of ours? Here are some direct quotes from our Team Members about what we […]

What Can Video Do For Your Brand?

With the way the Internet is changing, and the evolving interests of the audience, video is something no brand can afford to ignore. It’s a far more powerful medium than just words alone, and provides many benefits to brands wanting to incorporate it. Here’s what video can do for you: Interactivity: Video can make a […]

This Photograph Inspired My Entire Career: 4 Professional Photographers Weigh In

At Studio 3 we have a number of talented professional photographers ready to take gorgeous, arresting images for any client need. But all photographers, even those at the pinnacle of their careers, got started somewhere. Often it was a single, iconic image that ignited the creative passion. For example: Jim Felt, Photographer and Co-Founder of […]

Branding = Consistent Photography. So Why It Is So Darn Hard To Achieve?

Leatherman advertisement, circa 2012. Photo by David Bell. We all know that a company’s brand needs to have a consistent “look” when putting oneself out there. Point-of-purchase images, product photography, website design, advertising campaigns, product packaging, social media channels…all need to look as if part of the same company so as not to confuse the […]

Before & After: Put Your Best Foot Forward with Studio 3's Shoe Photography Retouching

Shooting modern athletic sneakers is actually a complex art. Studio 3, Inc. has shot a variety of footwear over the many decades we’ve been in business – in fact, shoe photography is one of our specialties! The colors in modern sneakers pose many issues for post-processing and retouching work. Why? Because the 80’s are back […]

15 Delicious Food Photography Images to Get Your Mouth Watering

A significant portion of our business comes from photographing food: all sorts of food, from yummy granola to delectable chocolates to full-on plated meals to gooey ice cream sundaes, crisp salads, and juicy burgers. Studio 3, Inc. is known for the stellar food photography we do. We don’t just photograph the food, we style and […]

Footwear Photography – Jimmy Choo x Voodoo Donuts

Sometimes a concept has to take a number of disparate elements and meld them together into a cohesive whole. It can be a challenge when dealing with tiny details that can make or break your vignette. When it comes to taking care of all the elements that appear in the photo, WE style it so […]

Footwear Photography – Nike Running Sneakers

Stuck in the creative process? Need a visual partner that really gets your brand and your customers? You can bring any brief to us, and we’ll collaborate with you to create the best imagery yet. You want to choose Studio 3, Inc. because no matter the idea, WE run with it. One of our main […]

Lifestyle Photography – Skateboarder in Empty Pool

When choosing your lifestyle photography to show your products or services in action, we know you have many choices. But the world of commercial photography can be a desolate one when you’re looking for images that pack a punch and tell an arresting story. Studio 3, Inc. has ridden out the years by providing photos […]

Lifestyle Photography – Darth Vader Ride

No matter what we do, if it involves visual imagery, WE love it. We just do. Studio 3 excels at answering any brief, any client need with rockstar photo and video that delights and amuses. We guarantee that you’ll love it too. Shot by Studio 3 co-founder Jim Felt, this lifestyle photography shoot aimed to […]

Lifestyle Photography – Ceramics Studio

Whether Studio 3 is on set or on-location, WE keep it fun. We take a concept or a creative brief, mold it, knead it, and shape it into a finished, eye-catching image.  Every job we shoot is unique – much like  hand-crafted pottery from an artisan’s studio. For this lifestyle photography shoot on-location in a […]

Food Photography – Steak Dinner

You don’t want any photography studio to produce your images. You want someone who not only captures beautiful images, but who also makes YOU look good. Answers the brief, provides a solution, takes care of the details, and turns commercial photography into mouthwatering, jaw-dropping images. Studio 3, Inc. is the solution to any visual challenge […]

Portrait Photography – Business Skydiver

Entrusting your visuals to Studio 3 is forging a partnership with us where we plan and execute your project down to the smallest detail. We prepare for every possible contingency and never drop the ball. Every piece of the puzzle fits, because WE Check It multiple times before takeoff. Just like this fun portrait shoot […]

Apparel Photography – Levi's Signature Jeans

A Levi’s® Guarantee Cut from the best cloth. Crafted with expert care. Designed for the long haul. At Levi Strauss & Co., quality always comes first. At Studio 3, Inc. we do the same: WE Guarantee It for life. We stand behind our photography 100% and guarantee that it’ll be the best you’ve ever seen, […]

Product Photography – Garden Party Tabletop

Sometimes a photo shoot can be intimidating: it involves many moving parts and numerous details to coordinate. The Producers here at Studio 3 take care of everything involving the shoot, so you don’t ever have to worry about the coordination, prop shopping, set styling, model casting, direction, lighting, or post-production. We don’t just put it […]

Digital Art – Stages Cycling Stationary Bike

Studio 3, Inc. is THE choice for photography, video, or digital work – because WE make it easy for everyone involved. There’s no guessing around here: we involve the client every step of the way and make the process truly collaborative. We make it easy for agencies, art directors, and brands to get exactly what […]

Lifestyle Photography – Floral Arrangement with Mouse

Working with Studio 3 is a unique and creative experience. Why? Because we don’t just make it look easy, we make it look good, whether your project is large or small, we pay attention to all the details. Shot by Photographer David Bell, this lifestyle photography shoot added an element of playfulness rather than just […]

Lifestyle Photography – Urban Runner

No matter the shoot, no matter the location, no matter the challenges…WE Make It Happen. An on-location lifestyle photography shoot is no small feat, but photographer Jonny Brandt and the Studio 3 Team accomplished this one through careful pre-production, efficient scouting, and expert planning to coordinate an urban shoot with a runner on his morning […]

Drink Photography – Reverend Nat's Hard Cider

Our teamwork is like clockwork, and in each and every shoot WE work it to make products look great and entice the viewer. Virtually invisible when behind-the-scenes, our team members mesh seamlessly to create mouthwatering images and a fantastic client experience. Every moving part in the Studio 3 process works to fashion something more than […]

Food Photography – Salt

Why should you make a change to Studio 3, Inc. for your photography needs? Because WE make it look good. These artisan salts could have gotten any creative treatment there is – but Photographer David Bell strove to bring out the pretty in the delectable, sparkly grains. The Studio 3 Team loves all kinds of […]

Shoe Photography – Danner Boots

No matter the subject, Studio 3 shines a light on great photography and lifestyle setups that put the WOW in the everyday. These Danner 6″ Oiled Black Boots just begged to be shot in an environment with moody lighting that reflected their rugged toughness, and Photographer Craig Wagner styled an entire garage set around them […]

WE Do It Better

Why chose Studio 3? Because whatever you want done, WE help you do it better. Take this shot of vintage Nikes, for example. The brief was to take a fresh approach with footwear photography and shooting a pair of vintage Nike sneakers – so the Team created a very gritty-looking night environment to showcase the […]

WE Get It

Visual imagery is your brand’s calling card, and Studio 3 understands how to get you there creatively, on budget, every time. We provide creative solutions and the peace of mind that your project will be completely handled. Whether it is a single phone or a semi truck full of SKU’s, we’ve been there. We do […]

Vehicle Photography – Griot's Ferrari

The 1954 Ferrari 375 MM Scagliette Coupe featured above has a rich history and an amazing story…and is a one-of-a-kind custom car that any car enthusiast would go wild over. This legendary car was originally built for Ingrid Bergman in “Ingrid Grey” with a lipstick red interior, and took Best of Show in 3 different […]

Throwback Thursday – The Learning Machine

You might be asking yourself, “Is THIS for real??” We know…it’s hard to believe, but this is TOTALLY for real! Since the advent of this amazing technology, it is tough to recall how cumbersome it was when our noodles were all leashed up. That’s not irony. That’s progress. On August 13, 1993, The Learning Machine […]

Product Photography – Bonavita Espresso Supply

Product photography isn’t just about how great the product looks on-camera; it’s also about showing the viewers what the product does. And when your coffee brewer can whip up some fabulous coffee drinks in no time flat – and Photographer David Bell gets ahold of those drinks and casts them in the starring role on […]

Editorial Photography – Fitbit Hamburger

It’s the first week of the New Year already…how are those Resolutions going? Creating Resolutions each year in an effort of renewal and self-improvement is wonderful, but Studio 3 has never veered from our Resolution of providing great photography for discerning clients. Our goal, year in and year out, is to create photographs that stop […]

Happy Holidays from Studio 3

It’s all about the stylin’, baby! Got your list? Checked it twice? Taking a product photography shot like this doesn’t require much more than good lighting and professional hands on the shutter (and we can do both no problem!), but it’s the product styling that truly makes the photo shine. Accomplished by all-star commercial stylist […]

Video – Eastside Distilling Holiday Gift Box

We were given a jingle by Eastside Distilling to get into the holiday spirit a little early with some videos promoting their new Holiday Gift Pack of themed liqueurs (yum!). Our videos for their Potato Vodka and Marionberry Whiskey had impressed Eastside with their quality and had them coming back to Studio 3 for their […]

Footwear Photography – Kate Spade Heels on Ice

One of Studio 3’s specialties is compelling footwear photography -and our Team works tirelessly to come up with new and interesting ways to depict shoes. Because shoe photos can get run-of-the-mill unless presented in a cool (sometimes literally!) way. The brief was to shoot a really hot pair of Kate Spade heels…in a really cold […]

Lifestyle Photography – Legs Under the Table

Who was your first love? Bringing you back to the days of innocent flirting, shy smiles, accidental touching, and sideways glances, we wanted to capture that special spark between two lovers. Back to the days of when first love blossomed, when the world was magical and amazing and a peanut shell-strewn floor was just a […]

Happy Thanksgiving – Punch Up Your Holiday Tolerance!

Punch up your holiday tolerance with Studio 3….because the time for family arriving is nigh. For Thanksgiving this year, we wanted to go the less traditional route and showcase some arresting Editorial Photography with a irreverent holiday twist. Thanksgiving usually brings to mind turkey, stuffing, and time with the fam, so Studio 3 created a […]

Throwback Thursday – The Salon of the Future

Back in the mid- to late 80’s, this was the salon of the future, but the above photo was created using the cutting-edge techniques of the past. For reals. For Throwback Thursday #TBT this week we’re sharing some product photography that was composited from three separate film-based shots, created by Studio 3 photographer Henry Ngan, […]

Video – October 1 Second Every Day

“There are so many tiny, beautiful, funny, tragic moments in your life — how are you going to remember them all?” On the heels of our 30-second videos for July and September and we’ve created another video full of tiny, beautiful, funny moments behind the scenes with the Studio 3 Team. From creating some buzz […]

Editorial Photography – Weed Drops

Today’s the day! With legalizing cannabis up for vote in Oregon, Alaska, and Washington D.C., we thought it timely to blow some smoke at the establishment and share our latest Editorial Photography project Weed Drops. To create a visual pun requires taking a traditional environment and the viewer’s expectations – and turning both on their […]

Digital Art – Day of the Dead

  This time of year evokes the spooky, the eerie, and the haunted: graveyards, ghosts, ghouls, haunted houses, and of course, skeletons. Studio 3 went all-out this year in celebrating, creating a beauty-meets-death digital art image evoking the traditions of iconic Day of the Dead calaveras makeup. Known as Dia de los Muertos and celebrated […]

Product Photography – Water Cartons

When it comes to exceptional product photography, lighting is the essential in making the product come to life. Case in point: these simple, minimalistic water cartons begged to have the spotlight shone on their clean lines and stark contrast. The goal was to take something simple, and render it elegant and breathtaking with creating the […]

Food Photography – Mac & Cheese Shoot

This Mac & Cheese food photography shoot showcases the Studio 3 creative Team’s exceptional ability with food photography and food styling. The goal was to show the quintessential down-home comfort food (macaroni & cheese) in a cozy Fall table setting, creating a warm, family-inspired atmosphere. The color palette featured an array of rustic wood, reds, […]

Video – September 1 Second Every Day

“There are so many tiny, beautiful, funny, tragic moments in your life — how are you going to remember them all?” We’ve begun a new tradition of having the Studio 3 Team record videos of tiny, beautiful, funny, tragic, and amazing 1-second moments in their lives. For our newest piece, we’ve edited another 30-second video […]

Apparel Photography – Vintage Levi's Jacket

Beautiful lines, gorgeous greens, rich wood paneling: all of it harkened back to the days of yesteryear, when times were simpler. The Studio 3 Photography Team aimed to capture the nostalgia and rustic appeal of those times, through artistic prop styling and creating a snapshot of a moment in a day laborer’s life. Craig Wagner […]

Product Photography Shoot – Grenade Gloves

Here at Studio 3 we are often coming up with new ideas to to push the envelope and add gorgeous images to our portfolio. We recently completed a product photography shoot with our Photographer Henry Ngan, featuring Grenade Gloves on a bed of green powder. We know what you’re all wondering: are these gloves used […]

#TBT Stanley Man

Can we fix it? YES WE CAN! Ahh… nothing says “Made in America” more than a room filled with sweaty, hard-working Macho Men (and Women). With that said, the Stanley Hydraulics advertisement shown above was brought to life by the diligent work of  Studio 3’s Henry Ngan and our very creative friends at Bronson Leigh Weeks. With […]

Polartec Punch

  Talk about making a splash this summer! Studio 3 has been heating up on set- this time with one of our fun and creative clients, Frank’s Garage. The team at Frank’s called us to help them visually illustrate the many qualities and characteristics of Polartec High-Performance Fabrics. The goals for these images were to […]

Dat ChromeCast, Tho.

  You know how you have your closet full of countless DVDs? Doesn’t it suck whenever you move to a new home and you have to lug your timeless collection with you? Yup… It used to. Last year Google launched the ChromeCast, a thumb-sized digital media player that claims it’s “the easiest way to enjoy online music […]

Break A Cool Sweat

Here we are in the HOT HOT HEAT of the summer and there’s no way we are hanging up our bathing suits just yet! While breakin’ a cool sweat and trying to stay cool, Studio 3 brought in the Marquis Spas  ATV (Aquatic Training Vessel) for a much needed dip. The ATV was delivered on a trailer and […]

#TBT: Digital What?

10 hours, 6 polaroids, and 3 sheets of film. Can you even imagine the torture that used to go into creating just one composited image? Studio 3’s David Bell approached this project with Reilly Jensen of Reilly Jensen Design for the ghost we now know as Egghead Software. The idea for this production was to create a series of summer […]

Studio 3 Rides Out On Ducati

Summertime is all about fast cars and even faster Ducati motorcycles. Studio 3 wanted to explore our dare devil side and kick up the dust to catch the sunset on a few of these bad boys of the road. While the rest of us had fun forming our very own Studio 3 Biker Gang, our […]

1 Second Everyday

“There are so many tiny, beautiful, funny, tragic moments in your life — how are you going to remember them all?” Imagine a movie that includes everyday for the rest of your life…  That’s the motto of the  1 Second Everyday app. As of this May, director, producer, video maker, animator, and app creator Cesar […]

Pick Up The Phone!

Stressed about your company’s visual needs? Would you rather spend time having fun in the sun? Let Studio 3 ease your mind this summer. We’ve been smashing out countless videos back to back, while continuously providing outstanding photography and flawless production. Oh, did we also mention that our digital team is amaze balls? Trust us, […]

Stop, Drop, & Knoll

Coined in 1987 by Andrew Kromelow, Knolling is the process of arranging like objects in parallel or 90 degree angles as a method of organization. Kromelow worked as the janitor for Frank Gehry’s furniture fabrication shop, which at the time was designing for Knoll, Inc. Knoll is known for its angular and modern designs and has over […]

#TBT: NIKE, "We Have Liftoff."

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s….a….Nike Columbia? Reintroducing Nike’s soaring style named after it’s twin, NASAs Space Shuttle Columbia. This ground breaking style, very much like the Columbia Space Shuttle, is meant to endure long (st)rides. In an effort to blast this amazing new running shoe into the world of athleticism and fashion, Nike […]

Got Plans Friday?

This Friday, uncover an exclusive opportunity to experience Rock ‘n’ Roll history with Studio 3‘s photography friend and neighbor, BlackRapid. Details from their event are listed below: BLACK RAPID// 517 ALOHA ST. SEATTLE 98109 JUNE 20 | 2014 7-9 PM BlackRapid is honored to be hosting folk musician and Rock ‘n’ Roll photographer, Henry Diltz. Henry will […]

Ease Stress With Good Vibrations

A routine can get tiring after a while.  When something works, we like to run with it. Why ruin a good thing, right? Wrong. Oddly enough, change can help you cope with these feelings of never-ending monotony. In the midst of our daily hustle and bustle it’s hard to find time for a little variety. Well, no need […]

Studio 3, The Juicing Mixologist.

This summer, Studio 3 is checking off our to-do list to get ready for this hot bod rockin’ weather! Tanning spray, check. Sunscreen, check. Sunglasses, check. Healthy glowing summer bod, thanks to our new Breville Juicer, check! Studio 3 has officially caught the juicing fever! We’re hopping on the bandwagon and throwing in all the […]

#TBT: Old School Legends, New School Talent!

In the honor of the Portland Trailblazers’ new–school talent like Damian Lillard, LaMarcus Aldridge, Wesley Matthews and team fighting their way into the NBA playoffs this year, we thought it would be fitting to showcase a shoot we did of a couple of Rip City legends! Clyde Drexler and Sam Bowie are not just your average NBA players […]

Studio 3's Digital Artists: One Baaahh-d Team!

Everyone has their own prediction of what the future has in store for our world. Some say flying cars and others say crashing computers… For Studio 3’s Digital Artists, it’s bionic sheep. This freaky farm friend was brought to life by our deft digital dudes who were approached by Frank Creative to make their furry vision a reality. […]

Dial In, Tune Out, and Paint the Town Red With Studio 3

Very few things are redder than Anne Hathaway at the 2014 Met Gala. Okay, okay… we know what you’re thinking, but let’s keep Taylor Swift out of this. Y’see, here at Studio 3, we like to keep our trend radar always on alert. We don’t just imitate what we see: we think it, we feel […]

Keep Calm and Take Care of Business!

Rushing through your week? Constantly busy with day to day errands and to-do lists that need checking off? No time for a breather? Well, Studio 3 is here to spread a little wisdom — KEEP CALM AND TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS! Studio 3 is constantly busy finding ways to stay on our creative toes while […]

Spring Into Style With Keds!

Spring means a lot of things: blooming flowers, constant showers, and our favorite… spring-cleaning. Now, before you decide to write us off as crazy, it’s important to consider the positive outcomes that spring-cleaning can bring. In the best-case scenario, you will open up your closet (that by now looks worse than the aftermath of “Twister”), […]

Throw "Back Alley" Thursday!

There were a lot of good things in the ’80s, like “Pee-Wee’s Playhouse” on Saturday mornings, neon Vuarnet t-shirts with acid washed jeans, and of course, “Mr. T Cereal.” But, there’s still one thing that beats all the rest… and no, it’s not the Richard Simmons Show (even though you were close if that’s what […]

Ciaran Green: Our Newest Team Member!

Always excited to add great talent to the team, we’re proud to introduce our new addition: Digital Artist Ciaran Green. Read about his rock’n journey all over the world and how it ultimately led him to Studio 3! “It is a very exciting thing for me to reflect on how I have become the newest […]

Make Some Noise With Sol Republic!

Get into the groove with Studio 3 rockin’ Sol Republic headphones! We couldn’t help but turn up the volume and jam out on set while shooting this stylish piece of headgear. With the beautiful warm sun peeking out, it’s the perfect time to whip these bad boys out and sport them into your everyday wear […]

Erik Knudsen: Our Newest Team Member

We are so thrilled to inform you that someone has joined the fun house! Welcome our newest team member, Erik! He has a great story and we are excited to be apart of it.  Read below to learn more about Studio 3 Seattle’s new Assistant!             I grew up on a skateboard in a small, […]

Happy Hour with Eastside Distilling

It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, right? Well it sure is here at Studio 3! Join us for a glass (or two) with Eastside Distilling! Introducing their newest flavor, the sweet and delicious Marionberry Whiskey — made with Real Oregon Marionberries! A review of the new liquor from Willamette Week’s Matthew Korfhage mentions “…it does not cloy, […]

Slammin' Body Art for Digital Artist Carl Beery

Digital Artist Carl Beery brought in something new to work this morning — a great big tattoo! Congratulations, Carl! But what does it all mean? Carl writes: I’ve often thought about getting a tattoo. Something that exemplifies my manly personality and follows the delicate contours of my muscular yet shapely bod. I didn’t want to […]

Throwback To The Future!

“Roads? Where we’re going we don’t need roads!” We’re taking a flight back in time with Fluke Manufacturing! This week we’re busting out the film strips and having a flashback to the days of pre-digital shooting. Our Lead Shooter Henry Ngan captures the era in this classic Fighter Pilot Tech shot on film! Henry and […]

Once upon a time..

Once upon a time, believe it or not; everything wasn’t touch screen – actually there were no computer screens. There were keyboards that physically printed what you typed, ink involved in every word, and a bit of old class before the smooth cutting edge of technology took over the world. Introducing the vintage typewriter! In […]

It's About That Time..

We’re springing forward with new technology! Studio 3 is keeping up with the recent time change with the new Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch! Inspired by losing an hour this past weekend, we thought we would focus on the hottest watch around. According to the Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, wearable devices are catapulting […]

A Trip Down Memory Lane, In Freightliner Trucks! #TBT

A trip down memory lane takes us back to summer of 1983, and we’re in the middle of the Alvord Desert. For a few years around this time, we’ve been shooting calendars for Freightliner Trucks in-studio. These trucks were a work of art, show-trucks that were built and painted particularly to collaborate with the themes […]

It's In The Details

Another one from our creative and innovative team of Digital Artists! Being experts in the industry, they’re crazy efficient and solution-oriented artists, with crazy teamwork that collectively gets us to where we need to be. Let our Digital lead, Alex Gumina, tell you how we never overlook the small details and work together with our […]

Panty Pressing Fun!!

In celebration of the world’s naughty, but nice holiday, food photographer David Bell got inspired. He created a photograph with a mix of pie, panties, and fun. It was fun for the studio to get involved in a strange photograph that incorporated food and naughty bits. Read on for the photographer’s words on this crazy […]

The Sweet Change Of Seasons!!

In the change of seasons, we at Studio 3 like to capture the highlights of what each period has to offer. Here, we’ve highlighted the rustic winter feel with its bright beautiful contributions. Senior Shooter David Bell goes in depth about his inspiration behind the shoot: “This is one of a series of 4 shots. […]

The Colorway Explained

Our digital art department is well-versed in colorways. In recent months, we have completed up to over 1,000 colorways,.

Portfolio Perfection!

At Studio 3, we are constantly improving our portfolio by being inspired by photography trends, current advertising campaigns, as well as feedback from local portfolio shows

Teamwork Makes The Dream Work

Starting the New Year, Studio 3 reflects on our performance and progress. Always wanting to provide classic work while staying fresh and up to par with current trends, it is helpful to hear great feedback from happy clients to let us know we’re on track. We have had the pleasure of doing photography illustrations for […]

Dalcetta Palepale: Our Newest Team Member

I love being surrounded by creative energy. Growing up in Honolulu, Hawaii I constantly found myself in a beautiful artistic setting. Whether it be in Hula or Hip Hop dance class…

Raising the Bar with Anthro

Recently, our video department had the exciting opportunity of shooting for Anthro Corporation. Anthro started with a plan to make technology for furniture. Our plan was to take their vision, highlight their latest addition, and bring it to life. Director David King speaks more in depth about putting together this clean and subtly sexy clip! […]

Sculpting Portlands Past

Studio 3 Portland had our Senior Photographer, Henry Ngan, take a walk around this beautiful city capturing what Portland had to offer. Amongst the many landmarks that keep Portland weird and unique, he came across a couple of sculptures that reminds this fresh and hip city of its rich history. You can find James Gion’s […]

Drinks on Seattle Magazine!

Seattle Magazine recently approached Chris Eltrich, to do a drink photography shoot. Seattle Magazine’s goal was to showcase the best watering holes in Seattle.

Meet the Team Video

Our video department at Studio 3 Films took a break in between jobs to create a story of the team at Studio 3. It was important for both directors to convey the story of each individual and what they like to do outside of the work place.

New Assistant Photographer! Welcome Jonny!

Welcome Jonny Brandt to our Portland Studio as the new Assistant Photographer! We are excited about his passion and inspiration for the art of visual representation.

Time Lapse: Forest for the Trees Northwest

We created a time lapse video and all we were told was that the artists would be painting for 5 days, that the outcome would be a surprise and that the result would be epic and spectacular.

Meet Corban: Digital Artist, Video Editor, Animator, Illustrator, an all-around Artist!

Meet Corban our new digital artist in our Portland studio! We are so excited to introduce many of his amazing talents!

Studio 3's Photographer Craig Wagner & CMD's Art Director Lawrence Wolf collaborate!

We are excited at Studio 3 about our latest partnership with CMD in Portland.

Photographer Craig Wagner: Light Manipulation!

Craig Wagner is brilliant when it comes to manipulating and controlling light. Read below to hear his thoughts on lighting…

Meet Niki: Chaos Wrangler with a passion for Commercial Photography!

Welcome Niki to Studio 3! She loves Commercial Photography and her new creative environment!

Lifestyle Photographer Matt Jebbia & Digital Artist Alex Gumina "Peace of Mind"

Lifestyle Photographer Matt Jebbia and his collaboration with our Digital Artist Alex Gumina talk about the inspiration and process behind these images!

Cycle Oregon 2013 with Photographer Henry Ngan!

Henry Ngan talks about his experience at Cycle Oregon 2013! He rode with friends and family and is looking forward to next year.

Commercial Product Photographer Chris Eltrich and Splashing Goggles!

Chris Eltrich has been playing with splashes to add some fun to his commercial product photography portfolio. Click here to read more and to view his latest images to date!

Commercial Lifestyle Photographer Matt Jebbia Summer Fun!

Having access to vintage props, a great model, a perfect Seattle morning, and an inspired Commercial Lifestyle Photographer make this a success!

Commericial Photographer: Jim Felt talks about creativity!

Creativity is key in solving someone visual opportunity!

Food Photographer David Bell Fish Out of Water

Food Photographer David Bell had quite the challenge ahead of him make the shiny, little fish look quite scrumptious and delicious! .

Studio 3 Films highlights Stanley Hydraulic product!

David King with Studio 3 Films talks about working on his latest video project with Stanley Hyraulic! Check out our new video project and hear thoughts about the shoot.

Film Director David King What a beautiful campus!

Film Director David King talks about enjoying his recent shoot on The Washington State University Campus.

Product Photographer Craig Wagner Time for a Dip!

Product Photographer Craig Wagner works on a new project for Nixon! This photo shoot required a lot of teamwork and was a problem solver’s dream.

Studio 3 Films Director David King and Hog Wild's President Joe Rooper discuss their latest video project!

Studio 3 Films Director David King and Hogwild’s President Joe Rooper discuss their latest commercial video project. Watch the latest Click Shot and Power Popper spots here!

Meet Liz! Production Coordinator Lady of Many Talents

Production Coordinator Liz Swales is new to the PDX studio! She’s excited about working on projects from Commercial Photography, Video Production, CGI, and Post Production.

Product Photographer Matt Jebbia Dior Brush!

Product Photographer Matt Jebbia photographs the Dior Brush and brings a static object to life.

Commercial Photographer David Bell Tick Tock!

Commercial Photographer David bell photographs a collection of Diesel Watches!

Commercial Product Photographer Craig Wagner Live Hard Work Hard!

Commercial Product Photographer Craig Wagner talks about his latest project in studio. He get creative with a pair of work boots and a pile of concrete!

Beverage Photographer David Bell Espresso Made Easy!

Beverage Photographer David Bell photographs the Moka Pot! Did you know that making coffee could be this easy!

Technology Photographer Henry Ngan Up Close and Personal!

Technology Photographer Henry Ngan takes us on a micro journey into the inner workings of an Intel board.

Product Photographer Matt Jebbia Hydrate for Life!

Product Photographer Matt Jebbia puts his creative skills to use by breathing life into a Dior Beauty product!

Tech Photographer Henry Ngan: Looks Beyond the "Surface"!

Henry Ngan our Studio 3 Tech Photographer photographs the new Microsoft Surface Tablet!

Whirling in the Holidays! Whirlyball?

Who doesn’t like a good ol’ fashion work party during the holidays? We chose the future Olympic sport of Whirlyball!

Product Photography by Craig Wagner!

My first intention was to test the Broncolor Scoro S pack, but it resulted in some amazing product photography.

Product Photographer Chris Eltrich Adding Drama to Center Court

Product Photographer Chris Eltrich has added some drama on his latest photo shoot!

Product Photographer Craig Wagner Art of Science!

Product Photographer Craig Wagner highlights scientific equipment! His focus is color, camera angle, and shallow depth of field.

Product Photographer Henry Ngan Danner!

Product Photographer Henry Ngan highlights the Danner boot! His intention for this shoot was to create a dramatic image through warm detailed lighting.

Product Photographer David Bell and Leatherman!

We are ecstatic to hear the great news about the Leatherman Raptor shears being featured on Uncrate. Product Photographer David Bell was lucky enough to get up close and personal with these cutting edge shears.

Studio 3 Films Director David King WSU Vancouver!

Studio 3 Films works on their latest project with Washington State University Vancouver! Stay Close Go Far!

Lifestyle Photography Rouge & Whimsy

Lifestyle Photography is one of our favorite photo shoots since it showcases the latest fashion. Dana Jonas takes us on an adventure!

Photographer Craig Wagner: Meet the FLESHRIPPER..

Photographer Craig Wagner photographs the FLESHRIPPER in our Portland Studio.

Executive Portraits What's your good side?

Often times executive portraits can be simple shots of the staff on white, black, red, whatever color your team desires.

Technology Photography! You've got mail

It’s no secret our photographers love shooting technology. With the constant innovation it’s often times hard to keep up. Especially with a group that absolutely love Technology Photography!

European Travels by PDX Producer Rachel Meyer!

Studio 3 Producer Rachel Meyer takes a trip to Europe and we must share her images with you!

Photographer Henry Ngan Cruising Wild Alaska!

Photographer Henry Ngan stepped out of the studio this summer and into an adventure along the Panhandle of Alaska.

Superheroes! F*** YEAH AMERICA

Dana Jonas and her take on Superheroes!

Studio 3 Films highlights The Spike Puller!

Studio 3 Films is excited to partner with Stanley Hydraulic Tools, headquartered in Portland, Oregon to highlight the Spike Puller!

Lifestyle Photographer Dana Jonas: Dumped Series!

Lifestyle Photographer Dana Jonas’ infamous “Dumped” Series! We love her camera technique, creativity, and lighting ability.

Lifestyle Photographer Swinging Color!

Lifestyle Photographer Dana Jonas, decided she wanted to photograph the newest apparel line to hit the tennis world. Check out her swinging color images!

Product Photographer Matt Jebbia Pump It Up!

Product Photographer Matt Jebbia and talks about his latest shoot with Voodoo Donuts and Jimmy Choo shoes! He couldn’t keep us off the donuts!

Lifestyle Photographer Dana Jonas Burger-Mania!

Lifestyle Photographer Dana Jonas showcases her latest image with her model gorging on America’s favorite food. Are you a Burger fanatic?

Get Your High Beams On!

With the sudden increase in temperature we thought it was time to showcase Chris Eltrich’s HOT take on our favorite summer accessory: Sunglasses! With all the fun styles and frames, it was hard for Chris to decide what he wanted to feature. After much thinking he decided it was the wayfarer that needed to be […]

Inside Look: Matt Jebbia's Daydreamin' Material

In these last weeks of summer, we were feeling the warmth and beauty of these carefree days that face us every year. With the feeling of endless amounts of free time to daydream and think about the possibilities that lie ahead, we wanted to share with you what inspires one of our in house photographers, […]

Henry Ngan: Deep Under the Earth!

Sometimes you can find inspiration in your backyard, other times you find inspiration in the third deepest train station in the world! Photographer Henry Ngan recently found himself in the super cool Robertson Tunnel, a local engineering gem that passes through the west hills of Portland, filled with basalt up to 16 million years old. […]

A Splash of Fun!

The perfect summer refresher: San Pellegrino and Sanbitter, combined, create a thirst quenching Italian soda. This particular photoshoot, shot by David Bell, was inspired by backyard bashes and long bright days. Imagine sipping these delights while playing badminton, barbecuing, hanging by the pool, or simply catching up with old friends. Check out the whole story […]

Sumptuous Products, Dynamic Fashion

Matt Jebbia’s passion for beauty and fashion photography grows with every photo shoot. The results are pristine and dynamic, thanks to Matt’s critical eye for detail and support from his team. Keep your eyes peeled for Matt’s latest beauty shot, and in the meantime check out some of our favorite MJ beauty explorations! Collaborating between […]

Road trippin' with Sperrys!

Photographer Dana Jonas is taking full advantage of this amazing summer weather we are finally getting in Seattle! From our studio in Queen Anne over to North Bend, up to Snoqualmie, through Fall City and circling back over at Carnation, it was truly a full day’s road trip! The most challenging and adventurous part of […]

Studio 3 Films Video Production Case Study The Business Overview

Director David King shares his insight into his lates video production with Sugar Wheel Works! Read more to learn about our latest case study!

Star Spangled JELL-O!

It’s that time of year again, backyard barbecues, fireworks, family get-togethers, and sweet summer treats. Living in the Northwest, July is the official kick off of warm weather and neighborhood potlucks; which inspired photographer David Bell to give an homage to the jiggly, colorful, childhood favorite, JELL-O! Read below for David’s thoughts on Jell-O: Fun. […]

Coca-Cola With A Twist!

Nothing is quite as iconic as guzzling down a refreshing Coca-Cola after a long day of playing in the sun. That irreplaceable feeling is what inspired a recent shoot, which included Coca-Cola along with a fun outdoor location. Dana Jonas loves the challenge of mixing classic, vintage Coke bottles, and modern, therefore shooting Coca-Cola with […]

We love a challenge!

We are living large with an abundance of studio space so we decided to put it to use with our latest project, a 360 degree interior spin of the spacious Freightliner Coronado.  Most of us aren’t long-haul truckers and have never had the chance to even venture into one of these massive vehicles.  So here’s […]

Photobooth Social Madness Streets of PDX!

Studio 3 heading out on a Photobooth venture in Portland brought to us by the Portland Business Journal. Help support Rosemary Anderson High School.

Creating Visual Solutions: One Strap At A Time!

Studio 3 loves shooting product, what we love even more is partnering with local companies to help their visual concepts come to life. Recently, we had the chance to shoot the photography for a camera strap company. This was no ordinary photo shoot, David Bell and Craig Wagner had the fun task of reshooting their […]

Bike Photography In Two Styles!

Seattle and Portland are in the nation’s top ten bike friendly cities, so it’s no surprise our photographers are inspired by the environmentally friendly mode of transportation, therefore they get their bike photography on.

Food Photography: Slow Roasted & Shot to Perfection

At Studio 3 we celebrate by shooting our favorite food via amazing food photography. It’s about the ooooh and aaaah moments experienced when taking a first bite.

Portrait Photography: Searching for Spring?

The gray overcast blanket hanging over the city has left photographer Dana Jonas weary about going outside, yet inspired to shoot some portrait photography that expresses her continuous search for the Northwest’s favorite season, Spring. Read her thoughts on her distress or perhaps her lack of Vitamin D.

Studio 3 Case Study: Creating an Asset Library

Overused, generic stock photos won’t “WOW” customers. It’s the general consensus heard around town, however they are still a visual solution for many. The question we pose is: if your brand was understood, your need was met, and all within budget, would you leave stock imagery by the wayside? Really, who wants to spend hundreds of […]

The Making of Cupcake Royalty

When approaching a shoot, we always like to tell a story. Lucky for us we have a team of photographers that are readily available to help. When it came to this particular shoot, it was all about young love and of course, CUPCAKES. Dana Jonas landed Cupcake Royale as a location and had some fun […]

SHOCKING fashion & lifestyle photography!

We are absolutely feeling our very own Dana Jonas’ Shocking Goat lifestyle photography shoot. The colors are like WOW

Fashion Photography with Matt Jebbia

With feet tapping to some Beyoncé jams our spirits were soaring as Matt Jebbia took the reigns on this fashion photography as Photographer and Creative Director. Matt wanted a fun, upbeat…

Studio 3 has eyes on Bill Cunningham!

While Portland may not be perceived as a fashion epicenter like NYC or LA, the fashion buzz surrounding the Pacific Northwest is undeniable. Our independent, eco-friendly atmosphere has led to three of the nine winners of Project Runway to call Portland home at one time or another. As our city gains notoriety in the fashion […]

ASMP Seminar: Blake Discher

We are still buzzing here at Studio 3 after hosting last night’s ASMP seminar No More Grumbling – Get Out There! by Detroit photographer and National ASMP board member, Blake Discher.

Studio 3 Supports WIC!

We decided it was time to help out one of our favorite government agencies, WIC! WIC stands for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC is a nationwide program for low-income families that teaches health and nutrition skills through classes and supplemental healthy foods. In 2011, the Oregon WIC Program provided support to 177,827 women, infants, and […]

Behind the Scenes at Sugar Wheel Works!

You know it’s going to be a great shoot when your client greets you at the door with fresh brewed coffee and a big plate of donuts. Jude Kirstein, owner of Sugar Wheel Works, is a staple in the growing cycling scene here. Jude masterfully creates hand-built bicycle wheels in her ultra hip shop located in […]

Studio 3 Takes On Baby Day at NW Harvest!

The Seattle team decided to get our volunteer on by visiting one of our favorite local charities, NW Harvest. Right after breakfast at the delicious Portage Bay Cafe, we dropped into the Cherry Street food bank for baby day. We had a blast passing out diapers, formula, and meeting all the deserving families. This incredible […]

Dana Jonas: The Making of a Mash-Up

Ever wondered exactly how Dana makes her vibrant pop-off-the-page Mash-Ups? We managed to snag her off-set for the inside scoop: Ah, my gosh, the idea came to me as a child actually. I remember sitting in the waiting room for my doctor (I was probably 12), looking through fashion magazines and I thought to myself, […]

Drink Photography: Pisco Sour

In the great DIY spirit of Portland, we decided to take a stab at creating our own version of the Pisco Sour after salivating over Craig Wagner’s amazing drink photography, shot at local watering hole Circa 33.  Pisco is an unaged brandy, that has a very unique flavor to it. The Pisco Sour happens to be a […]

Location Scouting: Finding the Perfect Photo Spot!

Caffe Vita has been one of our long time FAVORITE cafes, so naturally photographer Dana Jonas would turn to this fabulous string of coffee shops in search of that “perfect” feel. It got us thinking, what does she look for in a location and why? So we asked!: One of the main things I look […]

Enzo's: A Meal to Remember

Without hesitation my favorite restaurant in Portland is Enzo’s Italian Cafe on Alberta in the northeast. Every time I go it feels like I am at home…

Camera Envy: Canon 5D Mark lll

We are like kids at Christmas when it comes to our new favorite toy: the Canon 5D Mark lll. It has been a blast playing around and learning…

5 Client Habits Commercial Photographers Love

Of course, commercial photographers love each and every one of their clients. Clients help bring new ideas to the table and keep commercial photographers shooting what they love, the client’s product. With that being said, there are a few habits that make the process of commercial photography just that much happier for everyone 🙂 Inspiration […]

30's fashion photography with Designer Peter Czar

Dana Jonas was getting her fashion photography on! Her good friend Peter Czar designed the epic clothes featured in the photographs. We were also lucky enough to shoot in a beyond gorgeous home, we are talking museum quality, the house was unreal. When we say unreal, it not only was gorgeous, it was full of […]

Catherine Loyer- Modelicious!

Jim, owner and photographer at Studio 3, has photographed Catherine numerous times. You could call her his muse. Not only is she a fantastic model and ready for any crazy ideas he throws at her, she is also an amazing musician. Which means her and Jim have a lot to talk about! Check out her […]

Cut To Perfection!

This mornings Eblast had us salivating. How could it not? Featuring the delicious mouthwatering Smores Theo Chocolate, we were mesmerized! This photograph is more than meets the tastebud.:) Photographer David Bell has a passion for food and chocolate is no exception. Inspired by Theo Chocolate and their organic roots, David Bell wanted to photograph an […]

Oregon Food Bank: Giving back IS fun!

Our team attended the Fresh Alliance – Oregon Food Bank this week! We managed to process 7,619 pounds of food and helped provide 5,680 meals for people in need. It was great getting together as a team and putting together meals for people within the community. If you want to do the same its quite […]

They just don't make them like they used to….

Rosemary Anderson High School!

Over the last few years Studio 3 has donated time to Rosemary Anderson High School in North Portland. This unique alternative high school works with inner city youth coming from difficult backgrounds, being committed to building strong interpersonal relationships. From shooting the ‘yearly prom’ to the ‘daily life’ we feel very blessed to be a […]

Vehicle Photography that will Inspire an Adventure!

We’ll help you plan your next adventure and escape your current dilemma with Jim Felt’s newest addition to our vehicle photography portfolio. Read on to learn about his inspiration behind the shoot: My absolute inspiration behind this shoot was the Red Cadillac. I saw it leaving a repair shop and knew I had to shoot […]

Lifestyle Photography: Partying On A Bar!

It’s no question we like to get our party on. The one thing we like more then partying is taking lifestyle photography of the party! We were lucky enough to use the awesome, well known Unicorn space to get our photo party on. Up in Capitol Hill this bar has been a great spot to […]

Like Us on Facebook!

Head on over to the Studio 3 Inc. Facebook page and click our ‘Like’ button so we can start getting closer.

Food Photography: Dripping with Talent

Back in action yet again, Studio 3’s food photography knight in shining armor, David Bell has got a series of photos that has us all ready to get down and messy with some breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and everything in between!

Martini-Pinball Fever!

Yesterday was Martini Thursday in the Studio! We were bumpin’ and grindin’ through an epic pinball challenge. That’s right…we get Manhattan’s at work. Jealous much??    

It's Tool Time!

Let’s just say Chris hit the nail on the head with this one!

Claudine Ebel: Styling Made Fun!

Speaking of cool people, it’s our pleasure to feature our friend and stylist-extraordinaire, Claudine Ebel on the blog today!

Product Photography Wind Up!

Chris Eltrich loves shooting product photography, especially when it comes to a fun product and an interesting background. Most recently he shot some great Nixon watches on textured backgrounds. It’s clear from these photos that the monochromatic look didn’t take away from the beauty of the watch. In Chris’ own words he describes his inspiration, […]

Portrait Photography of the Seattle Mist!

DList has commissioned Dana Jonas and Studio 3 to do editorial, fashion, and portrait photography. It is always great fun working with the lifestyle brand that represents a lavish, VIP lifestyle that includes dress, dine, drink, & dance. DList has some of the premiere events in the Northwest, including parties at local nightclubs, cover model […]

Fashion Stylist & Editor: Jenascia Chakos

Jenascia Chakos rocks our socks off and we want you to know why! From the very first issue of DList she has been an avid fan and follower. Lucky for us she’s been a  fashion stylist, producer, and editor for three years at the magazine. We have had the joy of working with this fantastic […]

Portrait Photography: Pets & Owners

We recently got fun, funky, and dare I say it, furry with some portrait photography featuring people and their best little friends, their pets!

Getting Healthy in the New Year?

Alright guys, let’s face it, New Year’s resolutions are everyone’s best friend and worst enemy. They’re always a great way to justify dropping bad habits or picking up healthy ones, but…

Campy-Superhero-Fantasy!

No matter the time of day or what age we might be, we all love to daydream about all the things you would like to be when we grow up (you too, adults, we’re all still growing up). We thought we would offer you some super-fun inspiration!

Lifestyle Photo Story: Caffe Vita!

Caffe Vita’s luscious beverages offer a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of our daily lifestyle. We are nothing short of coffee addicts here in the Seattle studio, so you can find us traveling the few short blocks more then a few times a day. Long, difficult, but fun photography shoots can lead us […]

Gettin' Our Fashion Photography on at Discovery Park!

It was a beautiful early winter day and Dana Jonas decided to take one of her favorite models out to get her fashion photography on! It was a great day to capture lens flares and the beauty of a well knit sweater. The difficulty of fashion photography lies in creating an idealistic image, that makes […]

White Christmas!

It’s that time of year again. Chilly weather, goofy sweaters, stockings, snowmen, reds and greens, oh and presents! Heck yes we love Christmas time…

Studio 3 Wishes You a Safe and Happy Holiday!

Studio 3’s Holiday greeting card was sent to all of our clients in Portland and Seattle. The original image was inspired by the beauty of Banks Oregon.

Photo Competition Winner: Robert Welch!

Our first ever Studio 3 photo competition brought us tons of awesome, interesting, funny, and crazy photos from some awesome artists. Thanks so much to our creative community and friends for participating!

No Grass was Harmed during the Making of this Photograph.

Stoked to share this Bare Essentials inspired photo shoot with you guys! It comes from the ground, literally. Hot off the press, Dana JUST finished editing these. We’re so excited to hear what you think! Please share your thoughts! Model: Briauna Mariah Hair/MUA: Jessica Nees Our trusty assistant Chris with the amazing model Briauna! She rocked […]

Tricia Eastman: Photo Stylist and MUA Amaaaazingness!

There are many contributors, or as the industry refers to them, photo stylists, that help to create the perfect image! Everything from on set animal handlers, to product specialists, we all work together for one common creative interest. One of our most favorite type of photo stylists is the hair and make up stylist. Not […]

Food Photography King David Bell Gets Saucy

We are excited to share David Bell’s recent food photography series that not only focuses on sauce, but tends to bring the foodie out in all of us. Inspired by classic condiments and the edible items that compliment them, this series has us begging for more sauce and food photography of these delicious items. With […]

Habitat for Humanity: Volunteer Fun!

Studio 3 recently spent some time at the Habitat for Humanity Store here in Seattle! We had such a blast getting our hands dirty and helping out around the store.

Fashion Photography: Making Public Transportation Look Good!

Studio 3, Inc. Seattle got stylishly adventurous while working on some fashion photography for a Baggallini advertisement pitch!

Mustaches in favor of Movember!

What do handlebars, pencils, cops, walruses, and Salvador Dali all have in common? They’re all types of mustaches! Everyone’s favorite piece of manly facial adornment, the Mo, slang for Mustache, has taken over the month of November and Studio 3!

Grass Fed Photography

Country Natural Beef is a marketing cooperative started in 1984 by Doc and Connie Hatfield in Eastern Oregon with the commitment of its members to produce naturally raised grass fed beef using environmentally sustainable practices and humane treatment of animal

Garden Still Photography Party!

Studio 3, Inc. Seattle recently collaborated with longtime client Antica Farmacista on a joint video/still photography project featuring a new product line shot in a classic garden setting.

Conveniently Exclusive Documentary Photography: Al Gore

The highlight of the conference was shooting documentary photography of Al Gore. I was the only media allowed in a private meeting…

Animal Photography for A Good Cause

Studio 3 teamed up with the Oregon Humane Society to shoot some fun animal photography…

Digital Art & Photo Retouching Magicians

Transcending the boundaries between photography and fine art, Studio 3’s digital art department has been hard at work expanding creative possibilities through flawless photo retouching & enviable digital art.

Food Photography: Taco Time NW

Taco Time sought a way to communicate the pride they take in their preparation to all their guests and hired Studio 3 to help out with some new food photography.

Highlighting Seasonal Offerings with Mouthwatering Food Photography!

Studio 3, Inc. and long-standing client Burgerville, Inc – have joined forces to produce monthly, mouth-watering food photography shoot…

V-Tech Electronics & New Product Photography

VTech, the leading manufacturer of portable and user-friendly electronic devices and product, has added a new market to its line-up of wireless phones and children’s electronics: wireless Internet streaming radio.  Craig Wagner of Studio 3, Inc., was hired to shoot the new product photography for the latest revolution in home audio, the VTech IS9181 WiFi […]

Hi Tech Photo Fun: Intel’s Classmate PC

Henry Ngan of Studio 3, Inc. in Portland was hired to shoot the new hi tech photo advertising campaign for Intel and couldn’t be more excited to capture hi tech images for the progressive use of the Classmate PC.

On-Location: Nintendo DS Lite + Wii

Studio 3, Inc’s Seattle office was once again hired by Nintendo to shoot an on-location lifestyle photography campaign that spanned across the west coast, from a rainy…

Product Photography Fun: 40k tool!

Studio 3, Inc’s Portland office had the privilege of working on some product photography with this treasure just months after capturing images of “Mr. Crunch”.

Capturing Architectural Photography: Bonneville

The big story this season for Studio 3, Inc. was partnering with Bonneville Environmental Foundation on an opportunity to photograph some architectural photography of the construction of…