Minneapolis: Andrea Rugg

Andrea Rugg is an architectural photographer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

She photographs buildings and structures, both commercial and residential, interiors and exteriors, landscape and landscape architecture and public works projects.

"Having been born in Germany, because my father worked for the state department, then moving to the Midwest, I became enamored of travel and new places. We traveled quite a bit as a family since my father would often take the family along when he taught summer school or did research.

I have always been fascinated by houses and structures. When I was young, my brother and I would get up early in the morning and spend hours drawing up house plans and building Lego houses. He would later become an architect but my interests turned toward art and photography so being an architectural photographer feels like the perfect balance of my interests. I am also an avid gardener and I love photographing gardens and landscape architecture."

Minneapolis: Andrea Rugg

Andrea Rugg is an architectural photographer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with over 36 years of experience in the photo industry, and over 24 of those years have been spent specialising in architectural photography. She photographs architecture – interiors, exteriors, landscapes, public works and gardens and likes to work people and animals into her photos whenever possible.

“I love what I do, which is photography of places and spaces; architectural photography both commercial and residential, interiors and exteriors. Making a beautiful photo is a process that is all about planning, lighting, composition, being both patient and in a hurry, getting inspired, collaborating with clients and designers and finally, comprehensive post production. This all culminates into beautiful photos and happy clients.”

Andrea’s photography has achieved numerous design awards for her clients and has been published both nationally and internationally in books, magazines and advertising and for promotion by corporate clients. Her photography has been featured in over 50 books on home improvement and home arts and crafts.

Andrea is a member of both the APA – American Photographic Artists and the ASMP – American Society of Media Photographers and Andrea Rugg Photography is a certified woman owned business, WBE and DBE through the Minnesota Unified Certification Program – MNUCP.

Minneapolis: John Haynes

Recently, US Bank asked John Haynes to make a bespoke lifestyle library for their diverse brand needs. By capturing stills and video simultaneously and seamlessly, US Bank received a library that works across platforms. With 53 talents, eight locations, and only four days, John brought out authentic moments with everyone from a huge, diverse cast. After the shoot, the client received an organized catalogue of images and video.

John is based in the Midwest of the United States and works internationally. He has brought his authentic, emotional, candid style to a range of clients including Century Link, Google, Target, Belize Tourism, US Bank, United Health Care, and WinField United; as well as agencies including Arnold Worldwide, mono, Instrument, Carmichael Lynch, Colle + McVoy, VSA, and OLSON.

From large productions to work he makes for himself, John believes in continuity of vision, diversity in all its forms, and creating a collaborative environment.

Minneapolis: John Haynes

"When I was young, my sister taught me how to use her SLR camera, and I was instantly hooked. I loved the light meter moving as I changed aperture or shutter-speed. I loved the feel of cranking film through the camera and the sound of the shutter opening and closing.

Now I make lifestyle work, portraits, and all kinds of other pictures and moving pictures for clients all over the world. Every picture is a chance for the subject, audience, client, and myself to relate. That is my favourite part of doing this work.

When I am not making pictures, I am hanging out with my brilliant wife. We play cribbage, talk about the world, go for walks, make great food, work on our garden, and play with our two crazy cats. I also love running and biking and I still skate.

Thanks for making the time to look at my work. I enjoy any chance I get to talk to folks about this incredible work that we make. I am really lucky to have worked with such great collaborators, and I would love to work with you!

Clients Include Target, Belize Tourism, Politico, VSA, mono, Outside Magazine, Arnold Worldwide, US Bank, United Health Care, Colle + McVoy, BMO, Harris, Century Link, OLSON, Carmichael, Lynch, Sappi Fine Paper, Schells Brewing, Metropolis Magazine and Major League Baseball."

Minneapolis: John Haynes

"When I was young, my sister taught me how to use her SLR camera, and I was instantly hooked. I loved the light meter moving as I changed aperture or shutter-speed. I loved the feel of cranking film through the camera and the sound of the shutter opening and closing.

Now I make lifestyle work, portraits, and all kinds of other pictures and moving pictures for clients all over the world. Every picture is a chance for the subject, audience, client, and myself to relate. That is my favorite part of doing this work.

When I am not making pictures, I am hanging out with my brilliant wife. We play cribbage, talk about the world, go for walks, make great food, work on our garden, and play with our two crazy cats. I also love running and biking and I still skate.

Thanks for making the time to look at my work. I enjoy any chance I get to talk to folks about this incredible work that we make. I am really lucky to have worked with such great collaborators, and I would love to work with you!"

Clients include: Target, Belize Tourism, Politico, VSA, mono, Outside Magazine, Arnold Worldwide, US Bank, United Health Care, Colle + McVoy, BMO Harris, Century Link, OLSON, Carmichael Lynch, Sappi Fine Paper, Schells Brewing, Metropolis Magazine and Major League Baseball.

Minneapolis: Michael Haug

Michael Haug's work reflects his view towards life: have fun, be colourful, and bring tons of energy. His goal is to convey and produce vibrant and energetic images that feel like being invited to a party, capturing moments that people want to be a part of. Michael also loves working with people. He has had wonderful experiences with his existing clients, who have allowed him to be him, and always welcomes the opportunity to meet and work with new people.

Minneapolis: Curtis Johnson

An endorsement of photographer Curtis Johnson, as told by An Amish Man:

"If I, Habakuk Johansen, believed in photography I would hire Curtis Johnson for all of my photographic needs. I would ask him to take pictures of me doing chores. Naked. Churning butter, raising barns, pitching hay, all crazy-ass naked. I would then ask him to put his big, manly arms around me and sweep me away from the simple life of conservative values and sin-free living. He would take me deep within the metallic structures of man’s arrogance. There I would indulge in the firewater, swagger in a drunken stupor, belt out profanity whilst picking fights with discotechque patrons only to awake hours later in a hospital ward where I would eat canned applesauce and watch episodes of MacGyver on the intimidating, technological glowing box...........if I believed in photography, that is."

Minneapolis: Norberg Pictures

Marc Norberg was born in South Dakota, attended the University of South Dakota and studied art, photography, sociology and psychology. He is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota where he opened his studio in 1987. Specialising in portraiture for editorial, corporate, graphic design and advertising clients, Marc has shared numerous awards for his efforts, including CA, Graphis, AIGA, The One Show, NY Art Directors Club and AR 100. His work is held in various private collections, institutions and museums. 

In 1996, New York publisher Graphis produced his first book (a 12-year archive in-the-making) entitled 'Black & White Blues' - portraits of Blues and Jazz artists who perform American and Roots music. The archive editions also have a CD covering original and various artists’ music.

Over the last few years Marc has helped to initiate photographic archives for a wide range of clients, including The Shiners Hospitals for Children, The College of Visual Art, The Pangea World Theater, The Minneapolis College of Art and The National Alzheimer's Association.

Minneapolis: Curtis Johnson

Curtis Johnson is a US-based photographer working with many clients across the country. His eye for the humorous slant on life and its peculiarities are his trademark. He is equally comfortable in studio or out on location, tailoring his approach to each and every job uniquely to create the desired image and convey its message.

Clients include The Mayo Clinic, Subaru, AT&T, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Pepsi and 3M Company.

Curtis is also a winner of numerous awards from the CA Photo Annual, CA Ad Annual, One Show, Clio Award and Kelly Award. He has also been featured in Archive's 200 Best.

Minneapolis: Michael Haug Photography

Michael Haug has been in the business for over a decade and has a real appreciation for the way his career has grown. Michael is a gregarious guy known for dancing on set to make the kids smile, and he has a reputation for pulling off even the toughest jobs with patience and humour.

Clients include Target, Fallon Worldwide, Martin Williams, Boy Scouts of America, Carmichael Lynch, 3M, Colle McVoy, Mall of America, Preston Kelly, Redwing Shoes, Gage, CertaPro, Hotdish, and editorial clients such as People, MN Bride, MN Monthly, First Woman, Wisconsin Bride and Ameriprise.