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Our Experts: Francesco Bittichesu, Tom Hussey, Jason Knott, Jared Leeds, Scott Montgomery. Tadd Myers, Claudio Napolitano, Peter Rodger

Welcome to the Truppe: Jason Knott Photographer and Director

We are thrilled to welcome photographer and director Jason Knott to the Doug Truppe talent roster.

Deep connection and humanity are at the heart of Jason’s work. A natural storyteller, Jason is expert in creating atmospheric compositions, conveying spontaneous emotional moments in a curated environment. He draws us in, making the ordinary extraordinary, he loves to celebrate people, in all shapes and forms.

Through his beautifully crafted photography, mixture of ambient and enhanced lighting, avid attention to detail and drawing on multifaceted skills, Jason expertly creates atmosphere in his imagery, bringing people and their environment to life.

Skillfully directing motion with his DOP while simultaneously shooting stills himself, he engineers an environment where all players and assets are perfectly captured at key moments, to coalesce in the final, ever-magical result.

Through his calm, patient and easy-going manner, Jason quickly builds rapport and trust with everyone on set. He puts his subjects at ease in front of the camera, and makes every shoot a pleasure not just for the subject, the client but for all concerned.

A passionate, driven perfectionist, Jason brings his expertise, talent, professionalism and exceptional hard work to each shoot. For those who haven’t worked with him, rest assured, he is the safest pair of hands in the industry. He meticulously plans, organizes and executes each shoot, working tirelessly to any brief and consistently exceeding expectations, to happy clients. Some of those clients include: P&O Cruises, Land Rover, Kellogg’s, Sony, Subaru, Coca Cola & Dubai Tourism.

We are proud to welcome Jason Knott to the Truppe. Jason’s work can also be seen on PhotoPolitic. Follow us @DougTruppe for daily updates, stories and news.

Doug Truppe Creates Another Industry Event - Show and Tell with VML NYC

We are back again with another Show & Tell event. This time Doug Truppe, created a lively face-to-face presentation of his award-winning photographers and directors to VML in New York City this week.

It was enjoyable to meet in person, to chat and pitch ideas. We thank the art production team of Kaia Hemming, Suzanna Shields, and Patty Widyn for this terrific opportunity and for taking time out from their busy schedules to meet with us for our fun “Show and Tell.” Next stop? Let us know when, where and we’ll be there. And bring your appetite! Follow us to see where we go next.

Our Show & Tell Roster: Francesco Bittichesu, Andy Goodwin, Jim Hughes, Tom Hussey, Jared Leeds, Scott Montgomery, Tadd Myers, Claudio Napolitano, Peter Rodger.

VM Art Producers (l to r) Suzanna Shields, Doug Truppe, Patty Widyn and Kaia Hemming review portfolios

VML Art Producer Suzanna Shields reviews portfolios at Doug Truppe Show & Tell event.

Welcome to the Truppe: Francesco Bittichesu

Francesco Bittichesu is an Italian-born photographer and director from Sardinia who has made New York his creative haven for more than two decades. With a passion for spy films and the glamour of old Hollywood, and drawing inspiration from the world of cinematography, his photography resonates with a meticulously cultivated, unique aesthetic.

By living in and merging the worlds of Italy and New York, Francesco captures the beauty of ordinary life with an inherent European look and a desire for expression. In his photographic world, life is intense and characterized by his distinctive style of light, atmosphere, and narrative. His clients love the elegance, mystery, and suspense of his work, which keeps viewers on edge and eager to discover the next moment. Francesco always brings an international perspective and an open mindset to the work he does for his advertising clients, such as Heineken and Giorgio Armani, as well as in his personal projects.

He lives and works between Europe and New York in a cinematic world we all want to be a part of. He is as comfortable in the midst of remote landscapes as he is within the bustling confines of a New York City studio, crafting his very own universe.

Welcome to the Truppe Francesco Bittichesu. See more work at FrancescoBittichesu.com. Follow him @francescobittichesu.

Photographer Tom Hussey Captures the Essence of BMW Service

Award-winning Tom Hussey, known for his poignant and evocative imagery, partnered with BMW to highlight the essence of BMW service for a series of exhibitions and digital campaigns. Dedication, precision, and innovation synonymous with the brand's luxury are captured in the BMW story from start to finish.

Tom takes us into the world of daily automotive service with the mechanical aspects of car maintenance, meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to excellence. Shot on location at one of BMW’s sleek, modern service facilities, skilled technicians work with precision and expertise in moments of intensity, focus and pride. Each vehicle receives attention to detail and the utmost care to create the ultimate in handling, engineering, and interiors with intention for the renowned brand. From close-up shots highlighting the intricate craftsmanship of BMW engines to panoramas showcasing the state-of-the-art facilities, Tom presents the story of superior service found in BMW centers worldwide.

"Working with BMW has been an incredible experience. Their commitment to excellence and innovation is truly inspiring, and it has been a privilege to capture the essence of BMW service through my photography."

The automotive industry continues to evolve and BMW remains at the forefront of innovation, setting the standard for flawless design and service. Tom’s creative collaboration with BMW reaffirms their dedication to these exceptional vehicles for performance and electrifying efficiency now and into the future. Making the pulse run faster for devoted and daring customers is fundamental to the BMW brand. Tom never slows down and it shows. See www.TOMHUSSEY.com for more of his latest stories. Follow Tom @tomhusseyphotography.

Welcome to the Truppe: Tadd Myers

Storytelling is a tradition. The land, the people who care for the land, the animals they tend, their relationship, healthcare, education—every kind of industry supplying and transporting our daily needs is brought to life with tradition by Tadd Myers. As a commercial photographer for over 20 years, Tadd’s passion is composing photographs that speak about the subject powerfully and memorably. Locations and backgrounds complement yet recede just enough to ensure the subject dominates the image.

Tadd grew up in in Houston, Texas and spent time around his father’s printing company. Drawn to the meticulous details of quality craftsmanship, he has carried lessons from operating an offset printing press to his photography business. “My experiences have built in me a true love of both the technical and artistic sides of my craft. I believe it‘s the balance of both that lead to images that resonate and remain with the viewer.”

Whether it is a single image or a series, Tadd captures decisive moments in cinematic grandeur. Today, more than ever, it is important to craft imagery that is honest, elegant in its simplicity, and makes a difference. Tadd is sought after by clients 44 Farms, Coterra Energy, Lucchese Boots, Orthofix Medical Devices, Wild Turkey Bourbon, Titleist and many more. Their trust has earned him honors from prestigious photography organizations and journals such as: Luerzer’s Archive 200 Best Ad Photographers, Graphis Photo Annual, American Advertising Federation Addy, Dallas Society of Visual Communications Dallas Show and Communication Arts Annual.

Tadd’s images speak for themselves. We welcome Tadd to the Truppe. See more work at his site TaddMyers.com. Follow Tadd @tadd_myers.

Jim Hughes Captures the Faces of Success in New Medical Treatment Campaign

Modern market realities meet valued storytelling when photographer and director Jim Hughes takes action. Jim propels great ideas and new technologies in his latest multimedia pharma campaign working with GSW, a partner committed to innovation and pharmaceutical solutions offering safe, effective and improved patient outcomes. With technical skill, a sense of responsibility and intimacy, Jim integrates science, therapy and operational expertise to capture the deep understanding of patient-to-physician relationships as the most innovative medical treatments become available.

In the vibrant portraiture and lifestyle Jim is known for, patients are living the experience with a new medication helping them get back to their best life. Jim and the GSW team have created honest, thoughtful stories of accelerated success from the faces of patients back to their routines and living life the way they choose. See more work at Jim’s site and find his latest updates @jimhughesphoto. Follow us for more news @DougTruppe.

Claudio Napolitano Is Honored in 18th Annual Black & White Spider Awards

This year the 18th Annual Black & White Spider awards received 6,193 entries from 69 countries, and Claudio Napolitano received Honorable Mention in the People category for his Confronting Shadow Self. Quite an achievement. His art has filtered into his commercial images, granting him a signature style for telling a brand’s story. Claudio’s curiosity and passion are a driving force for research and for improving his technique. His work is characterized by portraits and his expertise in handling light, with a deep understanding of collective psychology and the language of emotions.

The Jury represented the industry's biggest names and tastemakers including: Phillips, London; Flatland Gallery, Amsterdam; David & Goliath, Los Angeles; San Francisco Museum of Modern Art; Saatchi & Saatchi, London; Portuguese Center of Photography, Porto; Jason McCoy Gallery, New York; Hulsbosch, Sydney; Willas Contemporary, Stockholm; FCB Global, New York; ADK Creative One Inc., Tokyo; The ArtFactory Club, Vienna; Silvan Faessler Fine Art, Switzerland; Goldsmiths, University of London; Alfred Ehrhardt Foundation, Berlin; DDB Canada, Edmonton; Galleria Valeria Bella, Milan; David Clarke, London; Chiara Badinella, Art Advisory & Appraisals, Milan; Goodby Silverstein & Partners, San Francisco; Grey Group, New York; and Galerie Bugada Cargnel in Paris who reviewed the entries online before making their nominations and honoring 612 title awards and 561 nominees in 33 categories. The Awards could not have wished for a better group of professionals to work with.

We are thrilled to congratulate Claudio on this prestigious award. See more of his work at his site and follow him @ claudionapolitano.

Honorable Mention to Confronting Shadow Self .

TOM HUSSEY Photography Honors Vietnam War Veterans in Portraiture and Words

In honor of Veterans Day, we share a very personal project from Tom Hussey. Tom created this body of work with the hope it would help him understand the Vietnam War era and how it affected him as he got older.

Tom’s moving portraits show the veterans as a cross section of the population. They share their stories their way in their words, and we learn, understand and get a better perspective on this very difficult period in our country’s history. We are grateful for their service and honor them today and every day. See all the stories here.

Follow Tom to see more work and latest updates @tomhusseyphotography.

Linda Langley-Barrett, U.S. Army US Garrison Medical Corps

Rusty Kurtz, U.S. Army 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile)

Walter Smith: A Work in Progress

“It’s not about the photography, it’s what we talk about.”

Walter Smith’s work has never been about cameras or lights. It's always, every project, has been about the conversation in the room....what happens between the subjects and Walter. Following his intuition ... adjusting the conversation to a place where vulnerability meets vulnerability. Having the confidence to know when to adjust a shoot to get to a place where the images create themselves.

“My ego is in check and ready to do the work.”

I used to joke that my ego kept me from doing things within the industry but the truth is it was a wavering confidence in my instincts and intuition I got over it years ago and have always worked, whether in video or stills, from a place of authenticity and honesty.” Those are two words Walter does not use lightly. They go hand in hand with confidence and a desire to always learn and to grow...to be better and to find new connections wherever he goes. He is consumed by all things visual and is always in search of the perfect negroni. See what Walter does and listen to that inner voice here. Keep up with his latest work and insights @waltersmithphoto.

TOM HUSSEY Photography: A Perspective on the Possibilities of AI

AI has become an all-consuming topic in advertising lately, with discussions revolving around how to utilize it and/or how to address its implications. Personally, I’m treating AI as a new tool with fresh possibilities for my work.

Recently, I decided to experiment with a new bit of AI software that generates an entirely new face, matching the look and feel of the original photograph.

Within 10 minutes, I successfully crafted a completely "new person" using AI. I selected the ethnicity, age, hairstyle, hair color, eye color, expression, and more, creating a new face that doesn't exist in reality, yet matches the mood of my original image impeccably.

In my opinion, the AI used here introduces two advancements. First, the face I created is not that of an actual living person, and second, the speed and accuracy at which this transformation occurred is truly astounding. Traditional methods would have entailed photographing a different person (ensuring a close match in terms of pose and lighting), and then meticulously retouching the new head onto the existing image to achieve a seamless and believable result. As many of you can likely relate, this conventional approach would have consumed far more than the ten minutes I spent crafting the "after" image in the examples below.

As I delve deeper into the realm of AI, my experience in its applications continues to grow. This newfound expertise enables me to harness AI as a valuable tool in my image making. By immersing myself in its intricacies and pushing the boundaries of what is achievable, I have developed a profound understanding of how AI can augment and elevate various aspects of my work.

The transition from film to digital photography had a profound impact on my creative process, as images showed almost immediately allowing for creative changes in almost real time. The swift emergence of images empowered me with newfound efficiency and inspiration, transforming the way I approached my craft.

Similarly, embracing AI is again expanding my horizons, igniting a fresh wave of inspiration utilizing these new tools to create images. I’m truly inspired and am now approaching my work with renewed passion and innovation. See more of Tom’s stories and client work at his site. And follow Tom for his latest updates @tomhusseyphotography.

Jim Hughes Presents a Way of Life AT 82

Jim Hughes documents his mom and dad’s favorite getaway cabin on beautiful Lake Minocqua in Wisconsin. It’s a place the family visits for its natural beauty, great home cooked meals, fishing, swimming, hiking, relaxation, good conversation and rejuvenation.

This is Jim’s story of his mom and dad AT 82.

At 82, mom and dad still cook wonderful meals, have a glass of wine or two and make sure they have dinner together every day.

At 82, mom and dad are very tech saavy and work on their laptops and smart phones to keep up with finances, writing, news reading and even do some writing.They still work together at least 5 days a week in personal benefits world, life and health insurance and estate planning.

At 82, mom works on her 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle ( something I could never do at any age) and will finish it in a matter of days.

At 82, they appreciate and care for their environment.

At 82, dad goes fishing with his favorite water-loving companion.

At 82, mom and dad love to take their lawn chairs down to the pier, look out over the lake and enjoy the beauty of their surroundings.

At 82, they are still full throttle, love life and look forward to tomorrow. See more stories and many other projects from Jim at his site, and follow him for his latest updates and news @jimhughesphoto.

Dad fishing with his favorite water-loving companion.

A portrait in relaxation and rejuvenation.

Mom and Dad enjoying their life at their cabin at Lake Minocqua.

Rhea Anna Creates Taco Tuesday Together Campaign for Kraft Natural Cheese

So proud to share a new ad campaign for Kraft Natural Cheese that encompasses everything photographer and director Rhea Anna loves—genuine lifestyle, gorgeous lighting and kids enjoying their favorite Taco Tuesday Together. Rhea worked with a powerhouse team to execute carefully crafted set design by Salamander Productions/Leah Glickman, food styling by Luci Levere, and wardrobe design by Anastasia Cerankosky. The Kraft Taco Tuesday Together campaign can be seen in print on newsstands. Rhea thanks Robyn Recoon, President of Huck Pie Marketing and Lactalis Hertiage Dairy for the multitude of thoughtful decisions along the way and gorgeous design. See more work at her site and follow @RheaAnnaPictures for her latest updates.

Scott Montgomery Goes Back in Time

There is a feeling about walking into an old house or building. Scott Montgomery didn’t teleport or time travel this summer, but he did step back in time with a new series of stunning images where the lead character is a clothing factory over 100 years old.

“The tactile density of items and stuff at first is unnerving. It’s a visual hurricane to stand in, and yet felt as welcome and safe as grandma’s house,” as Scott describes the busy industrial space he chose to capture. The initial challenge for him was to make solid compositions out of the chaos—wide angle, deeply layered complex compositions of the space. Next was to honor the highly skilled workers who treat each other like family. And last was to show the details, the intricate sculpture and design of the tools and machines that have served these artisans so well for a generation or more. We are drawn into this tough manufacturing landscape, and there is beauty in the resilience, dedication and precision of a job well done.

See more work at Scott’s site and follow him @scott_mont for his latest updates on this project and others.

Executive Producer Patty Hussey Launches The Production Party

We are thrilled to share the vision of talented Executive Producer Patty Hussey for her latest venture, The Production Party, a premiere storytelling engine dedicated to bringing concepts to life. With over 25 years of experience in the stills and motion production industry, Patty brings a wealth of experience in art buying, creative direction, marketing communications, casting talent, crew coordination and scouting locations to The Production Party.

Patty aims to cultivate collaborations not only with Tom Hussey, but also with a curated group of innovative creatives including photographers and directors. “In alignment with Doug Truppe Represents’ objectives, I believe our synergy will be most impactful by focusing on engaging with small to medium-sized agencies and in-house creatives. Additionally, I'm excited about the potential collaborations with Doug's talented individuals when the context is right,” says Patty.

While Tom’s involvement is significant, there will be an emphasis on compelling direction with the highest production values. The Production Party is poised to take on the new and exciting challenges and evolution we are seeing in our industry today.

We are honored to have Ad Chat DFW go live with a feature article : "The Production Party Launches as Premier Production Company, Led by Executive Producer Patty Hussey." Stay tuned for more to come at The Production Party.

Jared Leeds Is a 2023 APA Photo Awards Winner

We are very proud and congratulate award-winning photographer and director Jared Leeds on winning 3rd place in the Corporate category of the 2023 APA Photo Awards. Jared won honors for his portraiture of workers he shot for UniFirst Corporation late last year. “I’m thrilled to be included among a bunch talented folks and great images.” We ditto that. See more of Jared’s work at his site and follow him @jleedsphoto for his latest updates.
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2023 APA Photo Award winner in the Corporate category.

We Celebrate National Photography Month

It’s the lovely month of May, and we want to celebrate our photographers and all photographers who continue to create stunning imagery, make an impact and touch the intangible. Thank you to all for your remarkable work.

Tom Hussey Photography Captures the Heart and Soul of Frost Bank in New Campaign

Award-winning commercial and advertising photography studio Tom Hussey Photography recently completed a new multifaceted campaign with Frost Bank. Shot on location, Tom features Frost Bank employees and their commitment to the bank’s customer service and community involvement. Tom and his team spent several days on location in the offices, capturing candid moments of the bank employees working and supporting clients and one another. The resulting images capture the heart and soul of Frost Bank, its employees and how they care for customers. "We wanted to create a campaign that really showcased the personal touch that Frost Bank brings to its customers," says Tom. "By photographing real employees in real-life situations, we were able to capture the authentic moments that make Frost Bank special."

The campaign is out now in print, digital materials, billboards, online ads and social media content. Each image is accompanied by a tagline that reinforces Frost Bank's core values of integrity, people first, talent, grit and gumption. See more of Tom’s latest work @tomhusseyphotography and at his site.

Claudio Napolitano Presents "Misused Objects" for National Child Abuse Month

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. We are so proud to present this latest project from Claudio Napolitano. “Misused Objects” shows the children’s P.O.V. on common objects that should be just that, and at the same time how scary they are when used for violence. One out of three child-abuse cases reported in the U.S. involves a common object. We can help stop that. The campaign is a commitment to the prevention of child abuse and neglect by valuing children, strengthening families and educating communities. Thanks to @amigosforkids to @republicahavas for trusting Claudio with this powerful, bilingual campaign in English and Spanish. It is now being promoted on Ads of the World, Roastbrief US, AdLatina, Ads of Brands and Little Black Book USA.

See more of Claudio’s fascinating work @claudionapolitano .

Jared Leeds Is Always In Motion

Jared Leeds did an inspiring interview with @KellyMcMurray, founder of 2communiqué, about his addition of directing into the creative workflow. Now with the rapid onset of AI, we all must grapple with new challenges and think about how to move forward, explore and build on the power of imagination without fear.

Read the article here. See more new work @jleedspjhoto.