DARBEIMAGES

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Sunday, May 1, 2011

This is my chair, designed by Bensen, a small Vancouver based group that began their operations back in 1981. Started by Niels Bendtsen, they design and oversee the production of an extensive line of furnishings. Their pieces are generally simple, with sleek lines and have the look and feel of hand craftsmanship.

This particular chair, the Canyon, was purchased at ABC in Manhattan about 10 years ago. I recently had it reupholstered by Elisa Irvolino, but only because it faded a bit and I wanted a new color. After a decade of wear and tear, it's still holding up well. Viva La Bensen!!

Friday, April 22, 2011

MTV'S URGE.COM

As the Managing Photo Editor for MTV's URGE.com -- a 'short-lived' music distribution service from 2005 - 2007, I played a key role in creating the visual identity of the site. Through the start-up stage and on a daily basis thereafter, I supported the design, marketing and promotional teams with image research and on occasion, creative direction. URGE didn't last very long because of bad business decisions, however our photo and design teams made a lasting mark in the short time we were up and running. Our creative influence was evident in the initial design and layout of Microsoft's ZUNE(a complete copy of URGE) and the layout changes of Apple's iTunes during that time. All of the photography on the site was researched, edited and/or produced by myself and my staff. It was a great experience working for Viacom and I'm proud of my professional accomplishments while at URGE.

Here's a few samples of my work...

URGE.com's landing pages. Due to budget issues and editorial rights concerns, I wasn't able to use any photos with faces shown, but still had to express youth and excitement. The music artist images were press handouts.