project details
TEAM Kyle Camarillo Ando Caulfield 1) Creating a visually engaging catalog (on a tight budget) • Photos for catalog Client Background: FTC is a world renowned skate shop that opened its doors in 1986 in San Francisco. Since then the brand has expanded to Tokyo and Barcelona – serving as a home to many of today’s skate pros and enthusiasts near and far.
FTC
Graham James
art director, designer
skate photographer
brand marketing managerPhoto Shoot Art Direction +
Catalog DesignAs the Art Director for FTC, I was brought on to create the visual story for the next FTC seasonal apparel collection catalog and photo shoot. I worked alongside with the photographer Kyle Camarillo, and the brand marketing manager, Ando Caulfield, to develop a story around the Northern Californian coast, DIY skate spots, and the laid-back nature of San Francisco skaters.
25% – Photo art direction
15% – Location scouting
10% – Talent casting
2) Capturing the real lifestyle of skaters, with a focus on the product/apparel
3) Working with weather restrictions
• Photos for ads
• Video of the process for social media
• Video footage of skateboarding for media