What we do
We are a group of professionals who don't take themselves too seriously. We are good at what we do, but we’re not going to brag about it. We may or may not have written these bios about ourselves...
What we do
We are a group of professionals who don't take themselves too seriously. We are good at what we do, but we’re not going to brag about it. We may or may not have written these bios about ourselves...
Lori Adamski-Peek
First forays. Light was something I was taught to look for at a young age. My father, who loves traveling, was always pointing out beautiful light on our many road trips. In college, I was required to take a photography class as part of my major, and that was it, I instantly fell in love with looking thru the lens. I’ve been fascinated by the many characteristics of light ever since.
Defining experience. Shooting my first of ten Olympics at age 24. It was both exhilarating and challenging. After that, I was well on my way to being unflappable during those crazy, unexpected moments that spring up during location shoots!
Most memorable LAP moment. There have been so many times in my career when I’ve had to perform the pinch-myself-reality-check. Whether it’s shooting at an amazing location or working with a famous athlete or celebrity, there is just something magical about photography and capturing a moment in time. I’ll never regret my career choice (I think my parents might even be almost over the fact that I didn’t opt for their suggestion, dental hygienist).
Beyond the lens. My family and I fully enjoy the mountain lifestyle in Utah—which includes lots of skiing, hiking, riding, and yoga—and our two drooly dogs and two carrot-junky horses.
Extra credit. Video and film work. Due to a large amount of requests for motion in addition to still photography, I began working with video some time ago. The transition was so natural and I enjoyed it so much that we just finished the award winning film "Down The Fence", a full-length documentary film that is now being featured on Netflix.
Ben Fonnesbeck
First forays. Born into a family that rarely used more than a single roll of film in a year—often there would be two Halloweens or Christmases in the same batch of photos—I saved up for a $30 point-and-shoot to take on a Boy Scout trip, then subsequently went into debt on the processing charges.
Defining experience. Working as an intern in the White House Photography Office during the Clinton Administration. I was handed a first generation digital camera on loan from NASA and had to figure out how to use it to launch the new site whitehouse.gov.
Primary LAP duties. Taking care of all things technical and, as the unofficial team barista, keeping everyone sufficiently caffeinated.
Most memorable LAP moment. "That's like the time we were shooting in..."
Beyond the lens. I spend my free days chasing my wife and our two young children across Utah’s mountains and deserts by skis, truck, bike or motorcycle. My wife and I also enjoy traveling both with and without our pint-sized partners in tow.
Extra Credit. Research. Endless research and trying new devices.
Fernando Venegas
Recently moved to Salt Lake City. L.A. has been home for many years and I still love it/hate it but it is time to explore other cities and meet new and interesting people and continue doing that every few years, change can be scary but it also is exciting!
While living in SLC, I got invited to work on a documentary film (Down the Fence). I saw it as a perfect way to use all the previous experience that I had working on commercials. It became an interesting journey with sometimes little sleep and lots of coffee. In the end I met new awesome friends (both bipeds and quadrupeds), got to see beautiful scenery and got to share good times and good work with good friends.
Brandy Snow
First Forays: I started modeling/acting when I was 13. By the time I turned 16 I was offered an opportunity to model in Japan. That extraordinary experience kicked off years of intermittently living and modeling internationally in Europe and Asia. After years of living out of a suitcase, I needed a break from modeling, yet I still needed something to do. I realized I’d spent years having makeup put on me, perhaps I could become a makeup artist myself.
Defining LAP moment: Lori was one of the first photographers I worked with when I decided to make the leap from in front of the camera to behind the camera, as a makeup artist. Her guidance and patience with me made me a better artist. Our experiences together traveling to amazing places, getting up super early to catch the first morning rays, and staying late to catch the last sliver of golden light, bonded us not just as crew, but as friends. As her friend, and not being shy with my opinions, I loved to heckle Lori about the quality of the wardrobe stylists we were working with. After one too many heckles, Lori said, “if you think you can do it better, then do it!” A light sparked and with extra encouragements from Lori like, “you’ve got the sense of style and certainly the opinions…”, I decided to try my hand at wardrobe styling. I credit Lori with starting both my careers as hair/makeup artist and wardrobe stylist.
Primary LAP Duties: In addition to dressing talent and making them look spiffy, I get to help Lori with her style. I’m her self appointed personal stylist. While her shoot day outfits are off limits, (practical comfort is key and quirky), I have been known to share my opinions about other wardrobe choices with zingers like, “You should never wear that those again… unless it’s Halloween!” In hindsight I’d say it’s a good thing we’re friends!
Extra credit: I am a mommy to several furry little pups, one of whom is an avid ankle biter. When I’m not spoiling my babies, I’m traveling and practicing my mediocre Spanish and less than mediocre French. Also flea markets, estate sales, pop up shops and other treasure hunting adventures are my passion.
Lori Adamski-Peek
First forays. Light was something I was taught to look for at a young age. My father, who loves traveling, was always pointing out beautiful light on our many road trips. In college, I was required to take a photography class as part of my major, and that was it, I instantly fell in love with looking thru the lens. I’ve been fascinated by the many characteristics of light ever since.
Defining experience. Shooting my first of ten Olympics at age 24. It was both exhilarating and challenging. After that, I was well on my way to being unflappable during those crazy, unexpected moments that spring up during location shoots!
Most memorable LAP moment. There have been so many times in my career when I’ve had to perform the pinch-myself-reality-check. Whether it’s shooting at an amazing location or working with a famous athlete or celebrity, there is just something magical about photography and capturing a moment in time. I’ll never regret my career choice (I think my parents might even be almost over the fact that I didn’t opt for their suggestion, dental hygienist).
Beyond the lens. My family and I fully enjoy the mountain lifestyle in Utah—which includes lots of skiing, hiking, riding, and yoga—and our two drooly dogs and two carrot-junky horses.
Extra credit. Video and film work. Due to a large amount of requests for motion in addition to still photography, I began working with video some time ago. The transition was so natural and I enjoyed it so much that we just finished the award winning film "Down The Fence", a full-length documentary film that is now being featured on Netflix.
Ben Fonnesbeck
First forays. Born into a family that rarely used more than a single roll of film in a year—often there would be two Halloweens or Christmases in the same batch of photos—I saved up for a $30 point-and-shoot to take on a Boy Scout trip, then subsequently went into debt on the processing charges.
Defining experience. Working as an intern in the White House Photography Office during the Clinton Administration. I was handed a first generation digital camera on loan from NASA and had to figure out how to use it to launch the new site whitehouse.gov.
Primary LAP duties. Taking care of all things technical and, as the unofficial team barista, keeping everyone sufficiently caffeinated.
Most memorable LAP moment. "That's like the time we were shooting in..."
Beyond the lens. I spend my free days chasing my wife and our two young children across Utah’s mountains and deserts by skis, truck, bike or motorcycle. My wife and I also enjoy traveling both with and without our pint-sized partners in tow.
Extra Credit. Research. Endless research and trying new devices.
Fernando Venegas
Recently moved to Salt Lake City. L.A. has been home for many years and I still love it/hate it but it is time to explore other cities and meet new and interesting people and continue doing that every few years, change can be scary but it also is exciting!
While living in SLC, I got invited to work on a documentary film (Down the Fence). I saw it as a perfect way to use all the previous experience that I had working on commercials. It became an interesting journey with sometimes little sleep and lots of coffee. In the end I met new awesome friends (both bipeds and quadrupeds), got to see beautiful scenery and got to share good times and good work with good friends.
Brandy Snow
First Forays: I started modeling/acting when I was 13. By the time I turned 16 I was offered an opportunity to model in Japan. That extraordinary experience kicked off years of intermittently living and modeling internationally in Europe and Asia. After years of living out of a suitcase, I needed a break from modeling, yet I still needed something to do. I realized I’d spent years having makeup put on me, perhaps I could become a makeup artist myself.
Defining LAP moment: Lori was one of the first photographers I worked with when I decided to make the leap from in front of the camera to behind the camera, as a makeup artist. Her guidance and patience with me made me a better artist. Our experiences together traveling to amazing places, getting up super early to catch the first morning rays, and staying late to catch the last sliver of golden light, bonded us not just as crew, but as friends. As her friend, and not being shy with my opinions, I loved to heckle Lori about the quality of the wardrobe stylists we were working with. After one too many heckles, Lori said, “if you think you can do it better, then do it!” A light sparked and with extra encouragements from Lori like, “you’ve got the sense of style and certainly the opinions…”, I decided to try my hand at wardrobe styling. I credit Lori with starting both my careers as hair/makeup artist and wardrobe stylist.
Primary LAP Duties: In addition to dressing talent and making them look spiffy, I get to help Lori with her style. I’m her self appointed personal stylist. While her shoot day outfits are off limits, (practical comfort is key and quirky), I have been known to share my opinions about other wardrobe choices with zingers like, “You should never wear that those again… unless it’s Halloween!” In hindsight I’d say it’s a good thing we’re friends!
Extra credit: I am a mommy to several furry little pups, one of whom is an avid ankle biter. When I’m not spoiling my babies, I’m traveling and practicing my mediocre Spanish and less than mediocre French. Also flea markets, estate sales, pop up shops and other treasure hunting adventures are my passion.
Just a few of the clients we've worked with…
- AT&T
- Allsport
- Allstate
- Arizona Board of Tourism
- Athleta
- Cadillac
- Champion
- Dannon Yogurt
- Days Inn
- Degree
- DePuy
- EAS
- ESPN
- Erin Snow
- Fresh
- Girl Scouts of America
- Hampton Inn
- Hewlett Packard
- HOKA
- Johnson & Johnson
- Kashi
- Kellogg's
- Kodak
- Mens Health
- Merck
- Miracle Gro
- Mountain Dew
- National Geographic
- Nike
- New Balance
- Newsweek
- New York Times Magazine
- Oprah Magazine
- People Magazine
- Pfizer
- Prevnar 13
- Prilosec
- Procter and Gamble
- Samsung
- Saucony
- Speedo
- Sports Illustrated
- Tide
- Time Magazine
- Transitions
- Toviaz
- 24 Hour Fitness
- Rite Aid
- REI
- Runner's World
- Utah Travel Council
- VISA
- Yahoo!
People have said some pretty nice things about us…
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I had never worked with Lori before. But on a recent project her book surfaced to the top. After a preliminary phone call, I could tell she was a real pro and gave the project the same attention to detail that I had. Having been in this business for 35 years I’ve worked with photographers who are great shooters, but a pain to work with. I’ve also worked with photographers who have a great attitude, but the shots aren’t as good. Lori is a rare breed who is both great to work with and gives you great shots. Lots of them. The job we worked on was quite complex. The print shoot was part of a larger TV production. I couldn’t be in two places at once. But after our first meeting, and just an hour of working together on the set, I had full confidence in her ability to pull it off. She was a great help, and took a lot of pressure off me because I knew she would come through with a lot of coverage and beautiful shots. Even the director (who usually find photographers on their set to be a problem) was very complimentary and impressed with Lori. After just this one shoot, I highly recommend Lori and her whole crew as great partners and problem solvers. Lori is not only a wonderful photographer, but she is also a really nice person.
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Lori, working with you and your team is always a special experience. I am so thankful to you. You, and your crew are by far one of the best all around photo/video teams on every level as well as the hardest workers and most genuine people I have had the pleasure of collaborating with. Your expertise and skill were vital every step of the way, and what you brought to the campaign in work, was multiplied with personal care for our project and team members. The respect and understanding you showed always and the points you made to address, listen and be in every moment, with all those involved was crucial to keeping the cohesive dynamic. Your attention to detail and being able to adapt to changes and wrenches into the production is what made this all work. You took a creative campaign and made it come to life on a level that we only dreamed it could be. Working with you surpasses expectations. Cant wait to work together again!
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I have worked with Lori and her team on several projects and the level of commitment and efficiency has been outstanding on every single one. Lori is exceptionally talented and passionate about her work - - - she doesn’t just capture the shot, she captures the experience. In this industry, we are often faced with short time lines and sometimes tight budgets, but without fail, Lori has pulled it off and been a joy to produce shoots for. I honestly can’t wait to work with her & her lovely crew again!
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There are photographers. And then there are “artists” who live, breathe and define all that most photographers work to capture. Lori Adamski Peek and her incredible crew are the latter. Over the years, we have worked with several photographers – many of them brilliant, in their own right – but Lori and her team go far beyond. Their passion and commitment is obvious, from the first meeting with them, to literally standing in the trenches as they contort into all sorts of positions to find lens. Her optimism and can-do attitude is reflected in everything she does, and makes even the toughest shoots a total pleasure.
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As a creative leader, one of the things I most appreciate about Lori, is her level of professionalism, collaboration, kindness and humility. How she leads and mentors her team is inspiring, and she engenders the same traits. She is generous with her knowledge, and I have learned volumes working with Lori and every member of her team (yes, each and every one of them excels in their craft).
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When you first view Lori’s photographs, you immediately get a sense of warmth, vibrancy, and energy. When you meet and work with her, you realize that Lori has the same attributes as her work. I had the privilege of partnering up with Lori in her hometown of Utah to photograph patients with a rare disease. During the vetting process of choosing our photographer, we had spoken with many talented artists, but it became clear that Lori was the right choice for our project. Her overall approach to the assignment was spot on; especially in knowing how to photograph patients that aren’t experienced models and making them feel comfortable on camera. Lori was ever the gracious host, showing us around Salt Lake City throughout our time there, and all the while giving us great shots for our campaign. As an art director, I found Lori to be super collaborative and easy to work with. Even with our multiple setups and tight schedule, she would never stop shooting until my clients and I were completely satisfied with the results. In the end, Lori and her crew delivered on so many facets; a fun and professional shoot, and stunning work that we couldn’t wait to get back to the agency to work with.
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There aren’t enough words to describe the experience I had working with Lori. Or there are too many, because it’s taken me a long time to whittle my thoughts down to a digestible bit.I will admit to be a bit skeptical when my producer recommended I speak with Lori about working together on a complex, highly conceptual project. I love her work, of course, but what we needed seemed to be outside her area of expertise. Let me say that after 2 minutes on the phone with her on our initial call, I realized how dead wrong I was.It was immediately clear that Lori was more than up to the challenge. Really, more than up to it. She understood what we were trying to do and without hesitation offered multiple technical ways to accomplish it. Not only that, without prompting, as if she read my mind, Lori saw this as an opportunity to create a piece of art.From the moment she was awarded the job, Lori set out to do just that. She assembled one of the best teams I’ve ever worked with. In record time among many other details, she held casting sessions to find the perfect talent, managed the building of three enormous sets, created inspired lighting reminiscent of a dutch master and kept me from developing an ulcer.What could have been a nightmare turned into one of the easiest, most enjoyable shoots of my long career. And, the work was exceptional. The client ended up with an affective campaign. The agency won awards, including best unbranded campaign, along with nominations for best photography. And, I ended up with a dear friend,I can’t wait to work with Lori again. She proved, without a doubt, that there’s nothing she can’t do.
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- Bocas del Toro, Panama
- Tranquilo Bay, Panama
- Cambria, California
- Big Sur, California
- Paso Robles, California
- San Luis Obispo, California
- Death Valley, California
- Bakersfield, California
- Madera, California
- San Francisco
- Dillon Beach, California
- Petaluma
- Stinson Beach
- Pinnacles
- Oakland, California
- Monterey, California
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- Wanaka, New Zealand
- Queenstown, New Zealand
- Fort Worth, Texas
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- Ashland, Kansas
- Paducah, Kentucky
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Austin, Texas
- McAllen, Texas
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- Orlando
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