I guess you could say this is my "news BLOG" about happenings in my career, with my studio, upcoming projects, and past successes. Enjoy and if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
MELROSE LIGHTSPACE PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW / OCTOBER 17TH, 2009
Stay tuned for developing details. I along with 9 other photographers will be showing work at Melrose Lightspace on October 17th, 2009. Work will be for sale along with a social wine and cheese reception. Incidentally, the timing is also in sync with L.A. Spring 2010 Collections Fashion Week.
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Hunt Auctions with Special Guest, NY Yankees HOF'er Whitey Ford
June 19, 2008
Hosted by VR Promotions/Jenn Laskey and Hunt Auctions, contents of the personal collection of NY Yankees Hall of Famer, Whitey Ford were previewed along with many other pieces including items of Babe Ruth, Willy Mays, the late Thurman Munson just South of downtown Los Angeles. The Major League Baseball live auction will take place at DHL All-Star Fanfest at the Jacob Javits Center in New York on July 14-15, 2008. The Los Angeles preview was attended by dozens of fans, entertainment talent including Tracy Bingham, and collectors alike.
Healthy Pets Coalition, Bob Barker, and Jack Fleming Photography
June 12, 2008 On June 12, 2008 at the Los Angeles Animal Shelter, former "Price Is Right" Show Host, Bob Barker, members of L.A. City Counsel and other celebrities such as "Deal Or No Deal's" Kelly Cleary spoke on new legislation in regards to Spaying and Neutering your pets. Jack Fleming Photography images from the event can be found at the following links:
Once again, working with Camera Man, Jimmy Alioto and CC Perkinson of CCVarietyTV I attended and shot this years Long Beach Grand Prix and FINAL CART (Champ Car) race ever as it merges back into IRL (Indy Racing League). The weekend was awesome complete with celebrity racing, a concert by the band, "Pennywise" and plenty of high speed auto racing. Jimmy, CC, and I did a special segment with Graham Rahal of Newman/Haas and son of IRL Legend, Bobby Rahal. Also, finishing out the weekend was a surprise media interview with "Japan 300" Winner and first female IRL winner, Danika Patrick who had flown in directly from the Race. More photos to follow!
Also, a highlight of the weekend was the MEDIA EVENT with the CAST OF Warner Bros./Joel Silverman's new feature film, SPEED RACER! Click here for Photos!
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SPRING MIDWEST PHOTO TOUR
Tentatively scheduled for May 1 - 10, 2008 I will be traveling to OH, IN, KY, MI, and PA to primarily attend the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 3rd in Louisville, KY. I will be available for paid work between May 1-10 regarding Event, Glamor, Fashion, and Sports Photography. Please email me at jack@jackfleming.com if interested in booking with me.
Because of family obligations in the area opportunities will be selective. Please plan and book appointments early.
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MERCEDES BENZ FASHION WEEK - LOS ANGELES March 9 - 13, 2008
Smashbox Studios - Culver City, CA More details to follow, but I have been hired to photograph the Fall 2008 Collections for LA's biggest bi-annual Fashion Showcase. Our team will cover the week with still photography, videography documentation, and plenty of backstage interviews with each of the designers.
Video Filmed and Edited by Jimmy Alioto
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MISSCOCONUTS.COM March 1, 2008 Celebrating the Launch of the Spokesmodel Site www.MissCoconuts.com
created by Orange County Make Up Artist, Kimberley Martinez, I will be hosting the evening party in my studio. The March 2008 MissCoconuts.com will be announced. Special Invite Only.
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NASCAR AUTO CLUB 500 February 24, 2008 Once again, I will be shooting in the Pits, on the track, and in the infield at the California Speedway for the 2008 Auto Club 500 staring NASCAR's top Nextel Cup Drivers. The work will be for research on a project for National Geographic/Line Jumper Talents.
2008 PGA Northern Trust Open (formerly the Nissan Open presented by Countrywide)
Riviera Country Club
Pacific Palisades, CA
Once again, I served on the PGA Northern Trust Open Executive Board as Chairman, Media Relations. This was my 2nd year as Chairman and 6th year with the Tournament. I also spent one year as Vice Chairman of Media. I oversaw all LAJCC Media Volunteers and media operations for the February 11-17, 2008 tournament and assisted the PR firm of Brener, Zwikel and Associates, managing the Internationally represented Media and the PGA Tour. Phil Mickelson won the Tournament at -3. Also, a part of the week included the "Michael Douglas and Friends" Pro-Am which included Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Martin Sheen, Alice Cooper, Kenny G, Heather Locklear, Haley Joel Osment, Morgan Freeman, Jack Wagoner, and other celebrities.
Christmas 2007
Columbus, OH I took some time off and spent time wtih family in Granville, Ohio for Christmas once again this year. Discussions are in play to work with Justin Moodley, Owner of ColumbusParty.com as well as Layla a professional make up artist and model in Cleveland.
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Paul Finally Gets Married!
December 10, 2007
Del Rey Beach, FL On December 10th ON Del Rey Beach, Florida Jack's close friend, Paul married his fiance, Anne Marie. The beach side wedding was attended by 60 special guests and concluded at a fantastic restaurant reception. Close friend, Tony performed the ceremoney. Jenny (Bach) Smith assisted with Photography as a 2nd Shooter.
"The Driven Holiday Party"
November 29, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Hosted by Driven Sports Marketing and co-hosted by Jack Fleming Photography, the evening was full of great corporate networking and fun! Jimmy Alioto who did video for Fashion Week (below) was once again behind the video camera. Fashion Photographer, Felix Salzman added to the night by documenting some images with his camera! Stay tuned for the next event coming in Late January or Early February! Make sure you stop by and see the Les Deux Photos at my respective gallery page: "The Driven Holiday Party Pictures"
Christina Aguilera's Baby Shower
November 10, 2007
Beverly Hills, CA Hosted by Husband (and Father to be) Jordan Bratman at their new home (the old "Osbourne's Home") in Beverly Hills, I had the amazing pleasure of photographing and documenting Christina's Baby Shower. Over 100 guests including Gwen Stefani and husband, Gavin, attended their backyard baby "carnival." I even had the pleasure of getting to know Shelly (Christina's Mother) who was visiting from Pittsburgh. I think she took an immediate liking to me when I told her I was from Columbus and had cousins who grew up in Pittsburgh. Unfortunately, I can't publicly display the photos as they are private with the family. Stay tuned for a "tear sheet" per publication in the media with (hopefully) one of my images.
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SLS Hotel
Beverly Hills Formerly the Le Meridien Hotel on La Cienega Blvd. in Los Angeles, and next to the Beverly Center, this beautiful luxury hotel will re-open in 2008 as the "SLS at Beverly Hills, which is owned and operated by SBE Entertainment. Yours truly photographed the official photos for the newly designed hotel room suites. Stay tuned towww.sbeent.com/hotelgroupfor it's unveiling. Speaking of SBE Entertainment, I also photographed the marketing images for club "Privilege" and some of SBE's own Executive Team's Headshots in 2006.
LA Gear / ACI International
Bel Air, CA My photography skills are currently (unofficially) being utilized for product shots during my day job in regards to LA Gear brand shoes and other private label brands.
"GOBLIN CITY" created by "Studio 151"
Eagle Rock, CA A very unique photo shoot and production took place in my studio on Friday, October 26th just in time for Halloween. Alfonso Lopez, Photographer, Artist, Collaborator, and personal friend of mine, photographed a visual story very much inspired by the movie, "Labrynth." Over 30 very talented and creative actors, models, make up artists, hair stylists, prop designers, musicians, set designers, and production people descended upon my studio to produce this very colorful concept. Stay tuned for a potential theatrical script in 2008! A documentary video and still photos can be found at: http://studio151headshots.moonfruit.com/ (Click on "Goblin City/Goblin City Production)
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MERCEDES BENZ FASHION WEEK
Culver City, CA Sunday, October 14th - Thursday, October 18th I shot for Trillion Digital at Smashbox Studios during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - L.A. (see www.MBFashionWeek.com for more information). My work will be broadcast on mobile devices in China and is now appearing on Designer, Coco Johnsen's home page as well. See below for a documentary backstage and runway show for Sue Wong. Director of Photography is Jimmy Alioto,
Reporting by Fallon Rechnitz.
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"Free Your Soul" Yoga Retreat
hosted by Rayden Productions
Pacific Palisades, CA On September 30th, I spent the day with Heidi Rayden documenting a motivating day of yoga, nutrition, and meditation in a beautiful cliff side Pacific Palisades Mansion over looking the Pacific Ocean. The home, originally owned by Charles Laughton (Quasimodo - "The Hunchback of Notre Dame - 1938) was an incredibly tranquil and pristine venue for this educational day. My photo and a story by Felicia M. Tomasko, Editor (and participant) appeared in the November 2007 issue of "LA Yoga" on page 10. A complete gallery of the day can be found at RaydenProductions.com
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EXTREME GREEKS at UCLA
Westwood and Redondo Beach, CA I am now working with a UCLA campus organization called Extreme Greeks as an Event Photographer. My involvement will be with various Greek Organization functions throughout the academic year with both the campus Sororities and Fraternities beginning with "Presents 2007" -- UCLA's Sorority Rush Selection. I was honored to be paired with the Chi Omega Sorority. I have a special admiration for the Chi-O's as I was the Chi-O Sweetheart at the University of Evansville (IN) as a college Senior in 1991-1992.
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LINE JUMPER TALENTS / NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
Los Angeles, CA I am now working with National Geographic Society/"Line Jumper Talents"
My current projects focus on several yet to be announced Los Angeles and Orange County area Features dealing with the environment and auto racing.
Stay tuned for more information at a later date!
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PHOTOGRAPHY ON DISPLAY
Eagle Rock, CA From June 30-August 8, 2007, ten pieces of my work were on display at Swork Coffee (www.SworkCoffee.com) in Eagle Rock. More work will follow soon.
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