About
NORTH / LIGHT partners, Katrina Streiner and Douglas Mott, began their creative collaborations in an Avon, Ohio schoolyard. They have enhanced and refined their storytelling skills by partnering on countless projects and campaigns for the past 2 decades, consistently assembling teams that work seamlessly and intuitively as a result of their history and respect for one another. NORTH / LIGHT embodies this evolution; an engaged team of creatives believing in your vision ready to position you in your best light.
www.northlight.studio
We enjoy the collaboration. Partnering on projects that seek a true expression of ideas is deeply satisfying. And our team is a lot of fun!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
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We develop our partnership with YOU. Your instincts and vision are essential to an effective creative process, enhancing and refining every idea and concept.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Doug began his career in photography as an assistant to legendary photographer, Richard Avedon. Since then he has become known for his compelling, elegant fashion and lifestyle imagery. His photography embodies the spirit of classic fashion photography with timeless appeal and a sophisticated understanding of light and process. He founded NORTH / LIGHT Studios with longtime creative partner, Katrina Streiner in 2018.
Clients include: GH Bass, Belk Department Stores, Saks Fifth Avenue, Swans Island Company, Red Magazine, Venice, You, Seventeen, Cosmopolitan UK, Maxim UK, Redbook
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
Our pricing system is based on an hourly rate of $150/hr. for photograpy and video services.
How did you get started in this business?
As noted above, Doug began his career in photography as an assistant to legendary photographer, Richard Avedon. Since then he has become known for his compelling, elegant fashion and lifestyle imagery.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Clients include: GH Bass, Belk Department Stores, Saks Fifth Avenue, Swans Island Company, Red Magazine, Venice, You, Seventeen, Cosmopolitan UK, Maxim UK, Redbook
Doug has also collaborated on many commercial and portrait projects.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Meeting SLOMO:
https://www.northlight.studio/new-blog/2018/4/9/slomo
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
Authenticity matters.
NORTH / LIGHT endeavors to partner with inspired brands and organizations to offer products, services and ideas instilled with core values. Our partnerships emerge from genuine curiosity and interest. Careful listening and honest, transparent communication result in extraordinary insight.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
Establish whether or not the photographer or creative team you are interested in is authentically interested in you and your project.