New Agency on the Block: Wonderful Machine

I heard today from the very cool Lou Mora about a new kind of photo agency that seems almost like a collective. I’m psyched about the name– Wonderful Machine (!), and I’m psyched about the very simple interface. Photo Editors- you know when you need a photographer in Missoula on one day’s notice?

Problem solved: just call Heath or Anne.

Aspen, Cleveland, and Tampa are also covered. Not to mention Edmonton.

We got some insider info on how the agency hopes to position itself:

“Ultimately, we intend to be a full-service, global photo agency with a
web site that will be a primary destination for art buyers seeking high
quality commercial and editorial photographers. We expect to max out at
50 cities in North America by the end of the year, then expand to other
major markets around the world. We will have a select number of
photographers in each location and no two alike. Though we will be as
exclusive as possible with the photographers we choose, we will not
require that our photographers work with us exclusively. Striking the
right balance – in quality, quantity, specialty, and geography – will
make us a logical first stop for clients.

We’ve created a business model that is unique in the industry, and it’s
one that we think will provide our photographers with the best possible
bang for their marketing buck. It’s a hybrid, combining elements of a
web portal with those of full-service artist representation. What makes
us different from other portals, is:

•  We have a limited number of photographers in each city/specialty, so your name will always stand out.

• We maintain a high standard of talent, so your photography will only be associated with other good work.

• Your photography will be actively promoted to a wide range of qualified prospects.

• We can assist you with estimating, production, and other consulting services.”

I also found some photographers who are new to me, like Tanit Sakakini. A teensy bit too saturated for me, but you can’t beat that many fish on the ground. This lady understands shoot production.

Check out the Wonderful Machine. Perhaps you will find it wonderful too.

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Rachel Hulin

2 Comments

ryan schude 8-22-2008

wow, love the dinner scene photo

Ed Book 8-22-2008

The first image looks like child porno.

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