KRISTOPHER GRUNERT: Archive

April 21, 2012

Lukas August Grunert was born at 4:10am on April 21st, 2012 during a new moon just as the Earth passed through the fragments from an ancient comet. A true gift from above.

Apr 25th

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As Above, So Below - Godfrey Dean Art Gallery

As Above, So Below features architectural and industrial photographs from China, the Americas and Africa. From subterranean excavation of mineral and resource extraction to the shimmering futuristic towers of Shanghai and Macau, time and raw human endeavour are compressed in an alchemical transformation from earthwork to glittering palaces of metropolism. Exhibition runs at Godfrey Dean Art...

Mar 30th

Pei Partnership wins prestigious awards for HDW

Congratulations! to Pei Partnership Architects. They have garnered both the prestigious 2011 Design for Asia (DFA) Merit Recognition Award and the 2012 United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) Merit Award, recognizing the venue of Franco Dragone’s latest spectacular water-based show, “The House of Dancing Water”, for its breathtaking design and technical sophistication. Read more...

Mar 27th

"These are not the only projects I hope to...

Caught up in the excitement of new social site - Pinterest, I created a board. “These are not the only projects I hope to photograph in my lifetime.” It will feature amazing architectural/ engineering and industrial projects around the world. If you find this stuff as fascinating as I do feel free to follow me here. http://pinterest.com/grunertimaging

Feb 15th

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Industrial Brand promo

I was stoked when Mark Busse @ Industrial Brand asked if I wanted to collaborate on a promo piece. These guys ask the right questions and clearly understand the elements necessary to build a strong brand. Check their blog here.

Feb 14th

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Ausenco

Worked with Dan O’Leary at Karacters Design Group / DDB Canada to produce this ad forAusenco a leading engineering and project management company.

Feb 7th

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2K12 Desktop Calendar

To view my 2K12 Desktop Calendar and for instructions how to download, visit http://bit.ly/rUh6wU

Dec 30th

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10 Ways To Love Others →

theantidote: Some guidelines for loving: 1. Tell them about their brilliance. They likely can’t see it and they don’t know its immensity, but you can see it, and you can illuminate it for them. 2. Be authentic, and give others the gift of the real you and a real relationship. Ask your real questions. Share your real beliefs. Go for your real dreams. Tell your truth. 3. Don’t confuse...

Dec 30th

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Some Context for Thinking About the Future of... →

Dec 12th

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To Chihuahua, From Dolores. “When I was a child I would look up at the airplanes that flew high over our farm yard and wondered who those people were and where on Earth they were going. Now I often look down at the Earth with an open mind and ask myself the same question. Curiosity is no doubt a powerful force that can propel us to new heights.” KG

Nov 22nd

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Fire In The Sky.

Last night I was working on my Prairie Fire series when all of a sudden the sky was ignited by Auroras. October 24, 2011 To see the full series visit http://www.behance.net/gallery/Fire-in-the-Sky/2379736

Oct 26th

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New Work

42 PHOTOGRAPHS FROM CHINA UPLOADED TO WWW.GRUNERTIMAGING.COM New images in architectural portfolio and personal work. Projects include Guangzhou Opera House by Zaha Hadid, National Grand Theatre in Beijing by Paul Andreu, Macao Science Centre by Pei Partnership& more. “Phase 1 of my Architectural World Tour (China) was a success! Next stop Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Qatar early 2012. If anyone...

Sep 25th

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Photography Monthly - 40 tips for low light...

It was a pleasure to again contribute to Photography Monthly out of the U.K. This time I offer a few tips for low light photography. If you can’t find the real thing on the news stand, click here to download the article as a pdf. Enjoy! Ps. I just got back from another life changing assignment, this time in Africa! Stay tuned for more on that…

Sep 10th

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Yorkton This Week - Article

This article came out in last week’s newspaper here in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. It’s an honor to be recognized locally :) Thanks to Calvin Daniels for the interview. To read the full article click here.

Aug 26th

Currently Untitled - personal series from Beijing

A huge thanks to all those who pre-purchased prints from my trip to China. Without your support the trip would not have been possible. Please be patient with me as I continue to process and edit the work. Here is one image from a series not yet titled. This was in the DongCheng District of Beijing very near to the Linked Hybrid project by architect Steven Holl. Very peaceful place. This young...

Jul 14th

Guangzhou Opera House

My primary reason for visiting Guangzhou was to photograph the new Opera House by the goddess of architecture, Zaha Hadid. It’s better then I imagined and there is so much more here in Guangzhou. Imagine a 200ft flat screen TV! Stay tuned. To view entire Zaha Opera House series, visit http://www.behance.net/gallery/Zaha-Hadid-Guangzhou-Opera-House/1936461

Jun 16th

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National Centre for Performing Arts (China)

The National Centre for Performing Arts (China) is probably one of the most photographed contemporary buildings in Beijing and I’m sure you can see why. It’s beauty lies in it’s simplicity and to me references the Ying and Yang. The building is an ellipsoid dome of titanium and glass surrounded by an artificial lake. For my photograph, I waited for the full moon to appear and...

Jun 15th

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Canada Post - Art Deco stamp series

One winter morning last year I was tossing the idea around in my head to create a custom postage stamp to include on a promotional postcard via www.picturepostage.ca I swear to God, it was that afternoon that I got a call from Ivan Novotny, a designer at Taylor Sprules Corp. in Toronto and he asked me if I would be interested in photographing a building for an Art Deco stamp series he was working...

Jun 2nd

*KG architectural world tour (china) invites

49 exclusive invitational letters were sent to my “architectural dream clients” announcing the first phase (China) of the *KG Architectural Photography World Tour. I am confident this project will be a great success for all involved as it is one built on passion, creativity, sincerity + integrity mixed with a touch of adventure. Here is a time-lapse of the final prep. Enjoy!

Apr 19th

*KG Architectural Photography World Tour - Phase 1...

Beginning with China in June of 2011, I will be embarking on a tour to photograph the most impressive architectural projects around the world. For more info click here. Please feel free to email me your suggestions of buildings or engineering projects you think I must photograph in Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong or other. Questions and suggestions re. this project are welcome and...

Apr 18th

Photography Monthly - Full article released

I was given the approval to release the pdf of Photography Monthly feature. Check it out here.

Mar 9th

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Mar 9th

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2011 Portfolio

Mar 3rd

KG *iPhone Arch1 Case now available

Available for iPhone 3 + 4 $35 US To Purchase the Arch1 Case ->CLICK HERE

Jan 21st

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2K11 digital desktop calendar

It is with great pleasure to offer a digital desktop calendar again this year. Last year’s calendar was downloaded over 6000 times and received a PDN Self-Promo Award. This year I hope to inspire many, many more. Click here to check it out. Enjoy! May 2011 be another year filled with creativity! K.

Jan 2nd

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KG *Editions is now live!

I am excited to announce that my *Editions site is now live. This site enables you to purchase limited edition prints, portfolios and photo objects from my personal archive. All items are signed, dated, and numbered and come with a 100% guarantee upon delivery. There is free shipping within North America until Dec. 11, 2010. I invite you to take advantage of this offer for the upcoming holiday...

Nov 22nd

"I love shooting..."

I’ve recently launched a personal campaign I call “I love shooting.” Every 3 weeks I will be sending out an email that features a different aspect of my work that “I love.” The quotes are meant to reinforce this passion and provide a glimpse into my sincere thoughts and feelings. These are the first two that have already been sent out. Hope you enjoy! Try to guess...

Oct 27th

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*GRUNERT iPhone app

*GRUNERT iPhone app is now available! For all those of you who have an iPhone, or iPod Touch - Visit iTunes to download my app. This is a great way for mobile users to stay connected and keep inspired as it condenses my portfolio(s), most recent personal work, this blog + my tweets. If you like it, please rate it. Enjoy!

Sep 24th

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1st place - International Photography Awards -...

It’s been another successful award season, first it was the Applied Arts – Photo Annual for my architectural work, now it is another 1st place in the International Photography Awards. Last year it was in the Moving Image category seen here, this year I returned to my roots and took it in the Industrial category with my Industria series. Looking forward to seeing all of the familiar faces at the...

Sep 3rd

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2010 AppliedArts Photography & Illustration Annual

It’s an honor to have been recognized in this year’s AppliedArts Photography & Illustration Annual. This photograph of the Vancouver Convention Centre was selected for the Architectural Category. Special thanks to CD: James Bateman AD: Dan O’Leary Agency: DDB Canada/ Karacters Design Group Retoucher: Steve Kirby Photographer’s Assistant: Andrew Hudyma Print Producers:...

Jun 23rd

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Jun 15th

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Artist Statement

When we consciously experience a sunrise or sunset, a new moon or a full moon, the equinoxes and solstices, or visit unique spots on the planet, a calibrating effect results which involves the whole biological rhythmic systems. Therefore we become resynchronized by our own conscious effort. The majority of my photographs are taken during the night. I am visually fascinated by the world revealed...

Apr 22nd

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Explorations 1.0

For me photography is all about journey, exploration and the pursuit of knowledge. I intuitively follow my camera which leads me to new places and always teaches me something new that then leads me further down the trail of personal discovery. Last Oct. 30-31st I was in Montreal shooting images with OnRequest Images + Volume Inc. for Adobe. (Can’t share those until CS5 launches - register...

Mar 31st

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7 Nights in Heaven

Just returned from spending 7 Nights in Heaven with good people - celebrating the unity of two.

Mar 9th

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Watch

It was an honor to create all of the marketing photographs for the new Vancouver Convention Centre. Here is a informative video by Dave Budge that features an interview with the lead landscape architect, Bruce Hemstock.

Feb 16th

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Feb 16th

2010 Calendar now available for download!

Back by popular demand, my desktop calendar is now available. To download digital desktop version - click here For those interested in the physical 4 x 6 version - click here

Jan 9th

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Summer/ Fall 2009 Newsletter is released!

http://bit.ly/7BZYPl

Dec 5th

www.grunertimaging.com has been launched!

http://bit.ly/5EgzVX

Dec 4th

Prairie Fire

I have early memories of watching these controlled fires from the passenger seat of a car. Fire is often feared, but in nature it plays a crucial role in the rebirth of life.

Nov 12th

Bio-Sphere

Just returned from a confidential shoot in Montreal for Adobe with OnRequest Images and Volume Inc. Can’t show you those, but can show you these. +

Nov 2nd

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NYC '09

‘09 IPA Best of Show at Splashlight Studios was great! 1st place-Moving Image was well received and appreciated! Very excited about my purchase of Nadav Kander’s print Monument, Utah at Lucie Foundation print auction! Especially since he won Photographer of Year at Lucie’s. At-Edge face-to-face at Gansevoort Hotel was another great evening of connecting with NYC art buyers/...

Oct 26th