Freelance Photographer
Photography | British Columbia, Canada, CA
I'm a freelance photographer, visual artist, iphoneographer, aspiring writer, blogger and all round creative mind. I love to create but aside from this passion I've also been involved with many entrepreneurial endeavours. This experience has lead me from good ole fashion manual labour to nailing down the details of business development.
When I feel the need to escape I free my mind by golfing, skimboarding, snowboarding, surfing, offroading, spending time in the great outdoors, shooting guns and hanging with family and friends.
Specialties: • Action Sports Photography
• Lifestyle & Event Photography
• Social Media & Blogging
• Journalism & Copywriting
• Research & Sourcing
• Branding, Identity & Marketing
• Creative Thinking & Consulting
Jun
2007 - Present
Staff Photographer / Writer / Foreverskim Magazine
A progressive idea from the start, our paperless content delivery system provides immediate access to ForeverSkim from anywhere in the world, whether you’re in a coffee shop in Orange County, California or a small hotel in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Foreverskim prides itself on showcasing talent both in front and behind the camera, and we are happy to work with the best photographers and writers in skimboarding.
As a staff photographer/writer for Foreverskim Magazine I cover Canadian content for the flatland aspect of skimboarding. Living on the West coast of Canada I also shoot wave skimming when conditions allow, usually makes for a good adventure!
2006 - Present
Freelance Photographer / Bryce Casselman Photography
Photography & Visual Art
Working as a self-taught photographer I never learned the "rules" thus I can break them all. I believe in ones own artistic style that is developed from within and that can not be taught. I've been toying with cameras since the early nineties but really got into it in 2006.
Whether I'm shooting a commercial or an editorial assignment I enjoy working with creative departments complementing their artistic direction. Starting from the creative consultation with clients, leading to the location to shoot and ending with post-production editing my focus is 100% on client satisfaction.
Creating visual art is my complete release of expression and the true essence of creative freedom. A quote from Bill Cunningham, New York Fashion Photographer, rings true to this creative freedom...
"If you don't take money, they can't tell you what to do, thats the key to the whole thing."
Mar
2011 -
Feb
2012
Founder / Publisher / Editor / Flatland Magazine
The Magazine:
Flatland Magazine is a free bimonthly online publication dedicated to showcasing the flatland segment of skimboarding. The magazine keeps a very clean and contemporary feel with focus on creative images and intriguing written content.
Being an online publication the magazine provides a worldwide readership. The flatland skimboard scene has a unique presence around the world with skim crews popping up from all corners. Flatland Magazine is at the forefront for all these crews to submit high-quality images and written content on the happenings in and around their niche communities.
Flatland Magazine unites the enthusiast riders with the pros from around the globe and gives brands a venue to showcase their products and culture in a creative way.
The Owner & Editor:
Flatland Magazine was founded and created by professional
skimboard photographer Bryce Casselman.
Bryce is a well known photographer in the skimboard industry who commits countless time and energy documenting flatland skimboarding. His work has been and continues to be published in the leading magazine which encompasses all aspects of skimboarding; Foreverskim. However he created this magazine after seeing and listening to the flatland community’s need for something they can call their own.
With his ongoing commitment to flatland skimboarding; Bryce brings us Flatland Magazine. Recognized as a positive contribution to this niche industry, Bryce has given flatland skimboarding an outlet to showcase a unique side of a growing sport and the lifestyle surrounding it.
Aug
2006 -
Feb
2010
Co-Owner, Creative Director & Brand Manager / Akwa Industries Inc.
A Canadian based brand involved in the skimboard segment of the action sports industry.
• Brand Development, Identity & Strategy
• Advertising Campaigns
• Product Design & Implementation To Market
• Online Activity - Website, Online Shop & Social Media
• Athlete Acquisition & Management
• Media Coordinator - Photography & Filming
Sept
2002 -
Feb
2010
Co-Founder / Partner / Director / ABD Solutions Ltd.
ABD Solutions / Recycling Services is the home of the “Reliable Bottle Pick-up Service”. Since 2002 ABD has been the trusted choice for Greater Vancouver’s most prestigious public and private venues. A clean and professional bottle removal service that is unparalleled in the industry.
Over 30 million containers have been recycled through the ABD recovery system.
• Business concept development followed by execution to market
• Consultant to clients, business and partners
• Planning of financial and business direction
• Creative business strategies to generate sales
• Warehouse Management - Shipping & Receiving
Oct
1999 -
Sept
2002
Retail & Distribution Manager / Voce Enterprises Ltd.
Voce Enterprises is a Vancouver-based company that specializes in Importation and Brand Management which includes Sales, Marketing, Public Relations and Distribution in the Canadian fashion/apparel industry.
Voce represents some of the world's leading specialty brands and are the exclusive Canadian distributor for Seafolly swimwear, Bloch and Mirella dancewear and Pleasure State lingerie.
In the past Voce also once owned a snow/skate/surf lifestyle shop name Warp based in Vancouver, BC.
Retail:
• Scheduling of Staff
• Sales Goal Management
• Exceptional Customer Service & Client Care
• Product Merchandising & Promotions
Distribution:
• Scheduling of Staff
• Shipping Quota Management
• Warehouse Layout & Stock Organization
• Customer Care - Orders & Returns
• Liaison between Sales & Distribution Staff
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Websites:
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Interests:
Action Sports, Motor Sports, Photography & Film, Art Culture, Geek Technology, The Great Outdoors & Good laughs with friends over BBQ's and Beers.