Fritz Pastry in Chicago has always been one of my favorite spots for scrumptious treats so when I got the call from colleague Rita Fisher that they were launching a new site for their grand re-opening, I jumped at the chance to shoot the photos. Even though it meant a very speedy turnaround. As in, [...]
I love my job! Taking photos of beautiful food (with the added benefits of tasting…), how could you enjoy anything more? Fritz Pastry, reopened on Saturday, January 14th to much acclaim and relief of their loyal customers. Their new chef James Gray, has revamped the “look” and “taste” of this neighborhood favorite! First, [...]
Burger Bar Chicago is known for their over the top, mouthwatering juicy stacked burgers, thick shakes and wide selection of local brews. The FollowSpot Media crew spent a burger-filled day with Chef John McLean, of Burger Bar Chicago and Sono Wood Fired in December, gearing up for a video campaign launching in January. We want [...]
On a recent trip to Xela, Guatemala with Leslie Thomas of Workshop Coop, and Logan Futjel, of 20K Films, our team met Willly Barreno and became enamored by by his restaurant, his food and his passion to make a change in Guatemala. We were so captivated that we spent our free time over the next [...]
“There is something uniquely alluring about being served by a woman behind a bar. A soft frame and glowing smile when juxtaposed with cool confidence is a heady mix. It’s wholly intoxicating. As she deftly navigates her way around the bar, she measures, mixes, muddles, stirs and shakes.” That statement alone should have you firing up Google [...]
As seen on Eater.com… “It’s a Race to Get to Meals on Wheels Celeb Chef Ball” If you haven’t yet gotten your tickets to the Meals on Wheels Celebrity Chef Ball, taking place at Macy’s on State Street on Oct. 14, you’d better hurry because there’s some stiff competition. In the following, pretty humorous video, [...]
It’s that time of year for Meals on Wheels 2011 Celebrity Chef Ball! We decided to mix it up a bit to promote the event, hosted by some of our favorite Chicago Chefs: Stephanie Izard, Girl and the Goat; Paul Virant, Vie Restaurant and Perennial Virant; and Chris Pandel, Bristol (and the soon to open [...]
Our team from WORKSHOP/CoOp visited Trama Textiles‘ workshop in the Guatemalan Highlands. We were thrilled to spend time with these amazing artisans who live and work in a community setting while passing down their incredible textile traditions through generations of weavers. Your local Barneys carries these lovely bags – click here to bring one home [...]
Green and daring, that is how I would describe 3form’s contribution to the office scene. An innovative maker of recycled materials into eco-friendly forms which hold their own with the most upscale office furniture is what 3form seems to be all about. Chicago’s Merchandise Mart, was home to NeoCon 2011 in June featured over 700 exhibitors. [...]
Ok – so maybe you don’t know that what you really want this winter is a beautiful red (or hot pink or cobalt blue) wool felt bag with a contrasting kidskin tassel and graphic lining patterns. I had the opportunity to photograph these in my studio for my good friend Leslie Thomas who not only [...]
