BIO
I wasn’t one of those kids born with a camera in his hand. I was, however, born with stories in my head. I drew flip-pad movies, filmed claymation shorts and invented complicated tales of normal people and their adventures. I even dreamt up ads. (Seriously. You can ask my mom at karenpines@gmail.com.)
I headed east for college and grad school (U. Penn, Columbia), then started shooting my stories. And it is a privilege to be doing so. Photography lets me express what I and probably you are searching for: a world better than real life, moments that transcend the everyday and offer a glimpse of humanity’s best.
I’ve been told that I have a talent for connecting with people, for drawing out unexpected moments. Even so, I love the collaboration of a planned shoot. There is real magic when all those talents work toward a common goal.
I’m also a Nitrox-certified scuba diver and an Eagle Scout. You need first aid 150 feet underwater, I’m your man.
CLIENTS
COMMERCIAL: David & Goliath, Publicis, McKinney, M&C Saatchi, Sony Music Entertainment, Casio America, Universal Studios, Chambord, HomeAway, Virgin, IKEA, KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program), Yves Saint Laurent, Merritt Capital, Low Income Investment Fund, Heal the Bay, AIDS Project Los Angeles
EDITORIAL: Wired, Forbes, Food & Wine, BusinessWeek, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Magazine, Angeleno, Men’s Book L.A., Orange Coast, Riviera San Diego
HONORS
2011 International Photography Awards (First Place, Trees)
2010 Communication Arts Photo Annual
2009 International Photography Awards
2009 American Photography Annual
2008 American Photo Images of the Year
2007 American Photography Annual