Corporate Services. Fine Art Photography

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1 Corporate Services Fine Art Photography

2 Bringing you close to nature... one moment at a time Thank you for your interest in Robert Rodriguez Jr Photography Inc. Enclosed you ll find information about who I am, and how I can provide solutions for your corporate imagery needs. We have a broad range of Hudson Valley fine art photography to decorate office spaces, reception areas, board rooms, spas and hotel rooms. You can choose from framed, canvas or wall murals that will turn a workplace or environment into something truly special. To ensure that you are making a great investment for your project, all of our prints are created using the finest archival materials to enhance preservation and permanence. All prints are signed, and come with a certificate of authenticity. As an added benefit, prints can be personalized with a plaque, making them perfect as executive or motivational gifts for that special client or colleague. We offer free consultation including suggestions of appropriate images, sizes and framing options, and virtual mockups for easier visualization and approval. All of our products and solutions are made from start to finish locally in our studio in Beacon, NY. My wife and I have been Beaconites for over 10 years and we are proud to be long time Hudson Valley residents. All images can be viewed at our website at You can also call me for an appointment to visit my home studio in Beacon, or schedule a free on-site consultation. I hope that my landscape and nature images will find your interest and I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours truly, Robert Rodriguez Jr

3 ARTIST BIO Trained as a musician, Robert Rodriguez Jr earned a scholarship to attend Berklee College of Music in 1987, and graduated with a Bachelor's degree and honors. Over the first 15 years of his professional life, he was a successful musical arranger and producer, working for independent and major record labels including Sony Music and Disney. He established his own media production facility where he recorded and mixed hundreds of records, and achieved national recognition and awards throughout the industry. But the allure of nature remained constant, and he eventually transitioned to landscape photography, and with it the potential to express a more creative and personal vision. Focusing on the Hudson Valley allowed Robert to discover not only beautiful landscapes often taken for granted, but the changing mood and character of the region. Seeking to capture the beauty, or convey the emotional qualities of a place or moment in nature, his images have elicited responses ranging from evocative, to spiritual and breathtaking. He frequently travels beyond in search of other dramatic and unique locations, including the Adirondacks, and the coast of Maine. Robert takes pride in a hands on approach to creating his expressive prints, working on every stage, from the initial exposure and processing, to printing and framing. His prints have been purchased by private collectors and commercial clients throughout North America. His photographs have also been featured in publications such as the New York Times. In addition, Robert is a respected educator in all aspects of photography including field work and digital editing and printing. He now teaches photography workshops, gives seminars in the region on a regular basis, and is a frequently invited speaker to industry associations. A member of the National Association of Nature Photographers, National Association of Photoshop Professionals, Beacon Arts Community Association, Dutchess Arts Council and Beekman Banners Project.

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5 CASE STUDY Creating an environment that is conducive to corporate meetings The Client Founded in 1953, Astor Services is a community based non-profit organization providing educational services in a caring environment where children and their families find strength, healing, hope and trust. They now serve over 6,000 children and families annually in the Mid-Hudson Valley region and the Bronx. Their Mid-Hudson branch is located at 13 Mt. Carmel Place, Poughkeepsie, New York. The Challenge Deputy Director, Dianne Terpenning was in the process of updating their conference room at their Poughkeepsie, New York location. Dianne wanted to create an environment that was both professional and soothing. The room was sterile and cold and she felt nature photography would revamp the office and make the meetings more enjoyable. The Discovery / Solution Dianne Terpenning first discovered Robert s work at an exhibition at the Marlboro Free Library in Marlboro, New York. A consultation was scheduled with Robert Rodriguez Jr to help them decide which prints would best complement the atmosphere they wanted to create. Given their location just a few blocks from the Hudson River, Robert showed Dianne print samples of the Hudson Valley. Wall measurements were taken and sizing and framing were discussed. Because the president of Astor Services preferred black and white scenes, some of the landscapes were converted at our studio in Beacon, New York. In order to work within the customer s budget, the photographs were printed, matted, and framed in our private studio upholding Robert s extreme standards for print quality and presentation. The Result The prints were personally delivered and installed in a timely manner by Robert. Dianne says everyone is thrilled with the prints and now that the new furniture and blinds have arrived, we re quite professional looking. Many thanks again everyone loves the prints!

6 CASE STUDY Local landscapes add a positive influence within the Medical Office environment The Client HealthQuest Medical Practice is a multi-specialty medical group focused on delivering quality health care to the 1.5 million residents of the Hudson Valley. HealthQuest was formed through an affiliation of three local hospitals: Northern Dutchess Hospital (Rhinebeck, NY, Putnam Hospital Center (Carmel, NY) and Vassar Brothers Medical Center, (Poughkeepsie, NY) The prints were installed at One Pine St. Spur, Poughkeepsie, NY. The Challenge Assistant Director Stephen F. Heath was in search of artwork that would convey a local connection as well as a reflection of the Hudson Valley region. The ribbon cutting for the new medical office was scheduled for October 21st, 2009 and the artwork had to be installed prior to this date. Time was of essence and he needed to find a way to create an enhancing environment where patients can enjoy the local scenery and the healing power of nature. The Discovery / Solution Assistant Director Stephen F. Heath discovered Robert Rodriguez Jr through his conservation work with Scenic Hudson, the largest non-profit environmental group in the Hudson Valley. Robert visited the new Medical Office in Poughkeepsie with Stephen and took measurements and photographed the waiting areas and hallways. Based on Robert s conversation with Stephen, Robert recommended Canvas Museum prints and a custom sized panorama over a table facing the reception area. Robert created a virtual mock up showing the dimensions and how each print would look on the walls. The visuals were ed to Stephen and the final selections were made. Robert also recommended framed poster prints using digital mats with no glass for the empty wall space in the back hallways. The posters were cost effective and allowed for additional prints. The Result All images were printed and wrapped in canvas by Robert at our studio in Beacon, New York. The installation was performed by Robert personally in order to meet the ribbon-cutting deadline on October 21st, As the premier health network of the Hudson Valley, Health Quest is committed not only to the health of our patients, but to our community as a whole. says Heath.We are very pleased with the remarkable prints supplied to us from Robert Rodriguez Jr Photography. They are a very positive contribution to the environment within our offices. When someone comments on how beautiful the landscapes are we are proud to say that what they see can be found right down the road.

7 CASE STUDY Creating a therapuetic environment for a dental office The Client Middle Hope Family Dental provides state-of-the art dentistry services to patients in the Hudson Valley and surrounding areas. The office is equipped with the latest advances in dentistry technology to help their patients maintain a lifetime of healthy and bright smiles. They are located on 5392, Route 9W in Newburgh, NY. The Challenge Dr. Ricardo Rios, DDS has always been an outdoor enthusiast and wanted to find a way to bring nature into his office. Generally, patients view dental offices as sterile environments, Dr. Rios said, I wanted to make my office therapuetic. The small window in his office was not bringing in much light and the wall was plain. The Discovery / Solution Dr. Ricardo Rios, DDS first discovered Robert Rodriguez Jr at a art exhibition in Armonk, NY. Dr. Rios stated that he felt a connection with Robert s images because he s traveled to the same places. When Robert visited Dr. Rios office they discussed different options for each of the rooms. Because Dr. Rios performs more advanced treatments in his exam room, Robert suggested a mural for his exam room and frames for the rest of the rooms. The mural was printed in three separate pieces in order to cover the wall; the window was a challenge. To avoid an unsightly seam, each piece was overlapped slightly to make it look more natural. Robert also brought framed prints to Dr. Rios office for viewing and Dr. Rios and his staff liked them so much he decided to keep them all. The mural was printed at Robert s studio in Beacon, New York. Because it was a custom size Robert had to print three sections separately. Installation was performed by Robert and Dr. Rios helped with the installation as well. The Result My patients absolutely love the mural and tell me that it makes them feel less anxious and nervous. They now have something soothing to look at and it makes them feel like they are in the scenery, says Dr. Ricardo Rios, DDS. Thank you Robert for making my exam room both inviting and therapuetic.

8 Corporate Environments Middle Hope Family Dental-Newburgh, NY Bank Square Coffee House-Beacon, NY Columbia Presbyterian Hospital-NY, NY Health Quest Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, NY Astor Services-Poughkeepsie, NY Pearl, Cohen, Zedek, Latzer LLP-NY, NY

9 VIRTUAL MOCK UPS Oftentimes our customers and corporate clients have difficulty visualizing how a particular photograph will look in their home or office environment. To help select the right size, color and format, we provide a virtual mock up of images that match their personal taste and style as well as their decor. This has helped our clients tremendously in selecting the perfect piece of art with confidence and security. Virtual Mock up Installation HealthQuest Medical Office, Poughkeepsie, NY

10 WALL MURALS One of the great things about the latest digital printing technologies are all of the new materials that are available to print on. Not limited to just traditional paper, there are many options to display photographs in unique, interesting, and affordable ways. Wall Murals provide opportunities for current and future customers that want a great looking and easy to install presentation in their homes, offices or retail stores. Middle Hope Family Dental - Newburgh, NY Bank Square Coffee House - Beacon, NY

11 REFERENCES Ned Sullivan / Erin Riley Scenic Hudson One Civic Center Plaza (Ste 200) Poughkeepsie, NY Steve Kieseltein Kieselstein Law Firm, PLLC 1187 Troy - Schnectady Rd. Latham, NY Tel Dr. Ricardo Rios Middle Hope Family Dental 5392 Rte 9W Newburgh, NY Stephen F Heath Health Quest 45 Reade Place Poughkeepsie, NY sheath@health-quest.org Zeev and Yael Pearl Pearl, Cohen, Zedek, Latzer, LLP 1500 Broadway, 12th Fl New York, NY zeevp@pczlaw.com

12 TESTIMONIALS Todd J Bierderman, PRC, President & CEO Advanced Focus It was a pleasure to work with such a professional and creative artist. Form concept, mock ups of the photos on our walls to installation. We could not have asked for anything more. We look forward to working with you again. Angela Haines, Executive Director, Henry Hudson 400 Foundation- Robert Rodriguez Jr. is a very talented photographer whose work, especially photos of the Hudson River and Valley, first came to my attention when I was planning events for the Henry Hudson 400 Commemorative year in my role as executive director of Henry Hudson 400 Foundation. Having once owned an art gallery, I am always on the look out for rising stars. After the Commemoration, I remembered his work and decided to add some of his photographs to our collection of new artists. I decided to also leave the framing to him and was very pleased with the results. His photographs are stunning and would grace any home or office. But along with his artistic flair, he is also flexible, efficient and reliable a pleasure to work with in every way. Bernice K. Leader, Ph.D. Leader Associates Art Consulting - I purchased 4 large photographs of Hudson River landscapes from Robert for a new building at a large New York City hospital. The photos are beyond gorgeous,with a clarity and magical light that are unsurpassed by others. Robert was a pleasure to work with, and I highly recommend him as an excellent source for beautiful photographs. Zeev Pearl, Pearl, Cohen, Zedek, Latzer, LLP - Robert's professionalism and dedication helped us achieve our goal of finding a landscape photograph for our corporate office that would connect us to the Hudson Valley. He was a pleasure to work with and we look forward to working with him and his firm again. Stephen F. Heath, Assistant Director - HealthQuest - We wanted the artwork for our offices to have a local connection as well as be a reflection of the magnificence that surrounds us in this region. We are very pleased with the remarkable prints supplied to us from Robert Rodriguez Jr Photography. They are a very positive contribution to the environment within our offices. When someone comments on how beautiful the landscapes are we are proud to say that what they see can be found right down the road.