We are finding that many photographers and art directors are drawn to homes that have a lot of light, beautiful details and a fresh feel. This home is no exception. With an abundance of light and a white on white aesthetic, this home is certain to draw a lot of attention.
Land set aside for state, federal and county parks here in Northern California is often breathtaking and unique. But shooting on public land can be complicated. The permit process takes time while the need for rangers doesn't allow for the flexibility many photographers are hoping for. Privately owned property doesn't have as many restrictions so we do our best to find the rare parcels that can compete with the splendor of the parks in the area.Like this one, north of San Francisco on Tomales Bay. This spectacular working ranch offers coastal and bay vista views, rolling hills, a grand ravine and access to the bay shore. The ranch is a working sheep farm, cattle spot the landscape and miles of road wind about the property. With out a doubt, this parcel stands up to much of the public open space in that area. There is so much this land has to offer that we have to make another visit to cover the rest. In the mean time, here is a sneak peak from our first visit to the property.
We just had the pleasure of scouting this beautiful Wine Country Gem.It is not often that we come across a property like this and we are very excited to add this location to our files.
We were sent to the Redwoods for a fashion client this month. These trees are enormous! We are lucky to have them in our neck of the woods... We have both National and State parks in Northern California that feature these majestic beauties. Some areas are really film friendly. These locations are also a great place to find spring at the end of summer in Northern California! Check out a few shots from the scout.
The California coast stretches for 1,264 miles from Oregon to Mexico. Although the stereotype of Californian beaches is a palm tree lined sandy expanse, we enjoy towering rocky cliffs along the shoreline of Northern California. This fall we were sent to the coast for a few projects calling for coastal cliffs and rocky shores. Here is a small sample form our adventures.
Production: Jennifer Bullock, Jennifer Bullock Productions
Photographer: Tom Hood, Portfolio Page
Client: Intel
Location: University of California, Berkeley
Producer Jennifer Bullock has been keeping us very busy the past few months. In May, Jenny called us with a quick turn around location need for an Intel shoot with photographer Tom Hood. Local producer Steve Dolden took over to finish the job. Here is a look at the shot from concept to print. Great job Tom and Steve. And thanks to Jenny for keeping us busy!Image Layout:
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"California's Largest Skate Park!" This place is pretty amazing, looks like something you would find in LA right here in the Bay Area. This 68,000 square foot park has it all. A Full Pipe, Street Course and 30' Vert Wall top out the long list of features. For more on this location give us a call.
This beautiful, modern penthouse is now available until the new tenants move in July 1st.It is unfurnished, except for a few couches, but the views are amazing!Call us for more information.
This was a really fun scout, riding escalators all day makes you feel like a kid all over again! Inspired by their graphic nature, we decided to post these in black and white.
Earlier this month we were sent out to scout office spaces with city views and interesting lobbies for a pharmaceutical client. Here is a small selection of some office locations we visited this month in the San Francisco Bay Area.
We just scouted this 'charming' hacienda in Sonoma. This is an amazing setting for a fashion shoot or a way to transport yourself to another country. There is a lot of character here and the owner is very happy to allow photo shoots.Please give us a call if you want to see more!
This spring we were asked to visit small town main streets in Marin County.
Hey sports fans! It's that time of year for the great NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament. In light of March Madness we would like to share a unique basketball court we recently scouted.
Producer: Tim Willis, Lockbox Productions
Photographer: Nick Onken, Portfolio
Client: Chevy
Location: Half Moon Bay, Marin County and San Francisco
Birdman teamed up with Tim Willis at Lockbox Productions last month for a Chevy photo shoot here in Northern California. The seven day shoot made its way from Martins Beach in Half Moon Bay through the San Francisco Financial District and on up into Marin County. Car shoots can be complex and we were on a tight time line for this one. Tim at Lockbox teamed us up with local San Francisco producer Anna Kauffman and we worked diligently to pull it off.We stopped by their set on Jackson St in San Francisco to check out their production. They used a Buck Car which has portions of the body cut away for different camera angles. Here are a few snap shots of Nick shooting the Buck Car.
Winter in Northern California brings with it lush green rolling hills, wild yellow mustard fields and new growth reminiscent of a fresh early spring.We have been working with several production teams these past few weeks who were looking for just that spring-like quality.Here is a taste of what Northern California offers in the winter-time:
We were just introduced to this new office/event space that is now available for shoots.Call us if you are interested in using this location!
Images: Birdman Inc Location Database
Category: Office / Event Space
The Marin Headlands is a highly desirable location for photo shoots. Curving coastal roads, ocean vistas, breathtaking views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge, beaches and endless trails all draw photographers to the area. As of February 1, 2010 construction has begun on many of the roads that access these locations. Unfortunately the construction will take place through the fall of 2010. Conzelman Road and Hawk Hill are two of the most popular location requests that will be off limits. For more information visit the Project Headlands website. Here are a few shots from both locations.Conzelman RoadHawk Hill
Birdman Inc has moved its office!
Please note our new address: 637 Lindaro Street Suite 201 San Rafael, CA 94901 415-543-3830
The 2900 Sq Ft office is both available for shoots as well as for share. We have a 350 sq ft office available with a common area, kitchen, sitting area, server room, freight elevator and storage.We have easy access to Hwy 101 and are within walking distance to the 4th street shopping district.If this is something that you would be interested in, give us a call!
Producer: Manuel Manardi, Creative Chaos
Photographer: Regan Cameron
Client: Martin + Osa
Location: Monterey Bay Area
Birdman Inc teamed up with Creative Chaos last fall providing location scouting, permitting services and location managing in the Monterey Bay Area. The five day production found its way from an inland reservoir to some of California's most striking coastline. At these locations Birdman organized the landing of a Seaplane on the San Luis Reservoir in Holister and gained access to the very historical Point Sur Light Station in Big Sur.
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Producer: Steven Bauerfeind, Bauerfeind Productions
Photographer: Peggy Sirota, Portfolio
Client: GQ Magazine
Talent: Phoenix
Location: Haight Ashbury
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