Stranks

Twenty five years shooting Stills for film? It seems hard to believe. My wife Susan was designing hair for film when I was shooting editorial and advertising, and suggested I shoot Stills, because it would be an opportunity to see more of each other! Well… we have only done five shows together in all that time! But it has been an amazing experience. Michael Gibson, still a brilliant Still Photographer, gave me a huge break by letting me take over a series called The Hoop Life so he could shoot a feature, and I went on from there. I have been blessed to shoot images throughout North America and even in Morocco, meeting and working with some of the most wonderful and fascinating people. I am very grateful, but I have no plans on retiring! So warm up that next twenty five year pin! I love being a photographer! And to see some of those images throughout the years, please check out my website! Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #happy #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine (at Orillia, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpxfm7ks8ah/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Fans have been waiting all season for one little kiss… but I got to see it before them. Intimacy on set is always touchy for the Still Photographer. I have always understood that I am present because of trust and respect, something I never take for granted. The key is to never push into territory that you know will never see the light of day. I’m a photographer, not a voyeur. There is a difference. Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #fashion #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #thewayhome #thewayhomehallmarkchannel #chyleigh #chylerleigh #evanmwilliams (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpvvQyzsI7W/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Stephen McHattie as Lou in the upcoming CBC 5 part limited series based on Jeff Lemire’s massively popular graphic novel, Essex County. The powerful performances and rich visuals make this a must see show. I love being a photographer! Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #fashion #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #cbc #firstgenerationfilms #essexcounty #jefflemire @jefflemire #cbcgem (at North Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpjKPUsMqG1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Mother Daughter Best friends Working with @chy_leigh and @sadie_snow is such a treat for me! They trust me and as such are willing to take the time to shoot a set up image between scenes. This one though… I explained what I was trying to achieve and they knocked it out of the park, a stunning expression of love. I love being a photographer! Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #fashion #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #thewayhomehallmarkchannel @chy_leigh @sadie_snow #motherdaughter #thewayhome #hallmarkchannel (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpgdACtPcy5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Sadie Stranks from our recent shoot! Susan designed her hair for a Sixties vibe to match that funky outfit and I followed with a backlit seamless and a para main light. I love being a photographer! Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Hair by Susan Exton Stranks @falling_on_scissors_ Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #fashion #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #eileensgarden #sadiestranks @sadie_stranks @eileenmarieisyourqueen #fashion #fashionstyle #sixties #hair (at Orillia, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoGPLnSvba2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

If you have dug into my website at stranks.com, then you will find a “Selfies” menu in the Film section. With every Gallery shoot or creative, I end the shoot by dancing with the star. So how awesome that the latest image is with my daughter Sadie! We just spent two days on some brand new creatives for her website and headshots. She is a talented actor, and we are looking forward to working on the feature short, “Eileen’s Garden,” that she has written and will star in later this year. I love being a photographer! Photo Credit: @sarahlhwalter Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #fashion #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #eileensgardens #sadiestranks @sadie_stranks @eileenmarieisyourqueen #actor (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoDPOqovWUT/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Jerry O’Connell came in for an episode of The Lake as “Gil the Thrill.” I first worked with Jerry on “Carter” and was always a little in awe of how he could make a scene so funny, and would often say, “Wait… we can make that funnier!” and he would alter it, even subtly, to make it better. I always feel so privileged to bear witness to actors working. What most people would never know is just how kind this man is; every day he comes on set, you will see him greet every crew member personally. He is one of the best. I love being a photographer! Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #fashion #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #amazonprime @mrjerryoc #northbay (at North Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoBBQ06vbWM/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

So wonderful to work with Julia Stiles on The Lake for Amazon. Seeing Julia in this dress, I knew I wanted to shoot a more editorial image in addition to the Unit Photography. It did in fact get used in Elle Canada. Every since the Bourne series, I have been impressed by Julia as a dramatic actor, but on the Lake she was doing comedy and stunts as well, and frankly blew most of us away. Season Two will air this summer, so stay tuned! I love being a photographer! Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #fashion #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #missjuliastiles #juliastiles #elle #ellecanada #amazonprime @missjuliastiles (at North Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn-XvGYPHOF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Working on The Way Home for Hallmark Channel has been a joy for me, and given me the massive honour of working with Andie MacDowell, and reuniting to work with Jefferson Brown. They are both hugely supportive of Stills, and were willing to spend time with me off main camera to make this portrait of them together. You can feel the rapport between them so strongly, and it really shows when they are on screen. This is a pretty special show, and I feel privileged to be part of it. I love being a photographer. Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #sonycanada #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #photography #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #thewayhome #hallmarkchannel #chylerleigh #andiemacdowell (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn8kq5DM6Zu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I have been updating my website and realized I have almost no images up from Season One of The Lake. I came across this image of Madison Shamoun, with the light reflecting in her face as she is treading water. Some how she even out sparkles the water, and we see that radiant joy… I love being a photographer. Want More? Photo Credit: Peter Stranks www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #thelake #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #photography #officialfstoppers #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #madisonshamoun #swimming #cottage #amazonprime @madisonshamoun (at North Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnxhyN-vntw/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I don’t often have time to make photographs for myself, but have in the past explored making images that honour the Sacred Feminine. Having spent much of the autumn working with Chyler, I knew I wanted to make images that honoured the female archetype, as she seemed to be the embodiment of them at a truly visceral level. Specifically, I saw the Mystic, the Warrior, and the Lover archetypes most strongly. Chyler was very supportive of the project, and along with the exceptional talents of make up artist Patrice and hairstylist Jeanette, we spent a wonderful day pursuing these ideas. The whole process was collaborative and thrilling. These are some of my favourite images from the day, and are presented as Lover, Warrior, Mystic, and a tryptic that evolves from Lover into Warrior. Want More? www.stranks.com Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Model: Chyler Leigh Make-Up: Patrice Boudreau Hair: Jeanette Stawiarski #sacredfeminine #directors #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #inner strength #powerwithin #stillphotographer #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #photography #woman #officialfstoppers #iatselocal667 #femalearchytype #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #filmcrewmagazine #beauty #female #strongfemale @chy_leigh @patrice.boudreau @filmstylist (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnj9Q9DrFfJ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

What a dream team! I was so pleased to be shooting with Terry, Cameron, and Jessica at CAPIC’s Help Portrait 2022. Along with five other teams, we made over eighty five family portraits for individuals that might not otherwise have an opportunity to experience it. Everyone went home with a print, digital files, and a wonderful memory. For photographers and subjects alike, each sitting was a heartfelt moment. Many thanks to sponsors Vistek, Cinq Foods, AGT Photomount, CAPIC, and the 519 Church Street Community Centre! (at Church and Wellesley) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClzJrwkvMEp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I’m super stoked to be part of CAPIC’s Help Portrait 2022 event ! I will be joined by @terhry2088, @jessicarosatiphotography, and @cameronstamperphotography plus five other photography teams tomorrow at 519 Church Street, Toronto as we make family portraits for those that might otherwise not have the opportunity. A print is made right away and with a USB you can have a digital copy. Come out or share with someone you know that might love this! #helpportrait #519churchstreet #vistek #capic #cinqfoods #agtphotomount #toronto #portraiture #photography #sonyalpha #sonycanada #photographer #strobepro #iatse667 (at Church and Wellesley) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClsEb94sCs0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I haven’t worn a tux in over thirty years but I put one on last night for a huge Gala celebration hosted by IATSE 667. What a fabulous night! I loved hanging out with all my camera peeps. In the images that follow are some of my fellow Still Photographers Ken and Steve, and some of our publicists, like Sue, Lisa, Maureen, (and I apologize for not knowing my fourth members name,) but without whom our industry would really struggle. I love being a photographer! ❤️ Photo Credit:Peter Stranks Want more? www.stranks.com #cameracrew #filmlife #cameradept #directors #setlife #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #alphauniverse #captureonepro #sony #stillphotographer #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #photography #officialfstoppers #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #moviescenesandstills #moviestills #strobepro #behindthescenes #iatse667 #publicist #publicity #toronto (at Fairmont Royal York) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClNbJkxsyfr/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Hey there is a video of my Gallery shoot for Hudson & Rex! So much fun to have this opportunity to share the experience. Note @jeff_buchanan_photo working as digitech on the computer working on the files as they came in. Publicist @lisaghione was running the floor and working with producers in Toronto via Zoom as we worked in St. John’s. Awesome to be working with my wife Susan, @falling_on_scissors_ as she designed the fantastic hair you see on screen. I love being a photographer. Want More? Want more? www.stranks.com Photo Credit: Peter H. Stranks Video Credit: Shaftesbury #cameracrew #filmlife #behindthescenes #directors #setlife #filmmaking #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #sony #sonycanada #sonyuniverse #captureonepro #stillphotographer #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #photography #officialfstoppers #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #filmcrewmagazine #strobepro #setphotographery #shaftesbury #iatse667 #hudsonandrex #dieselvomburgimwald (at St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjv0878Pkjt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

My latest Gallery Shoot was with the wonderful cast of Hudson & Rex. We shot it in St. John’s, Newfoundland where the show is filmed. It was also only the fifth time in twenty five years that I got to work with my wife Susan, an Academy Award winning Hair Stylist! I switched from editorial and advertising photography to Stills Photography for film in the hopes that we could see more of each other… Want more? www.stranks.com Photo Credit: Peter H. Stranks Digi-Tech: Jeff Buchanan #cameracrew #filmlife #behindthescenes #directors #setlife #filmmaking #filmproduction #movie #bealpha #sony #sonycanada #sonyuniverse #captureonepro #stillphotographer #adencamera #b3kdigital #photographer #photography #officialfstoppers #iatselocal667 #filmmakersworld #filmcrewmagazine #strobepro #stillphotographer #hudsonandrex #shaftesburyfilms #dieselvonburgimwald @jeff_buchanan_photo @falling_on_scissors_ (at St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjgl22_P1HN/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I was waiting approvals from the Showrunner and Director for some images we made, and was setting up the menus on my new Sony A1 when our Make Up Artist Jacquelyn Hinks made this portrait of me. She is a painter when not working in film, and her sense of composition is evident. I was most flattered by her study in black and white. Want more? Please visit ‪stranks.com‬ Photo Credit: Jacquelyn Hinks #art #film #sony #sonyalpha #adencamera #b3kdigital #iatselocal667 #iatse667 #stillsphotographer #stillsphotography #behindthescenes🎬 #filmproductions #portrait #artdepartment #photography #blackandwhite #moviemaking #grip #filmmaking #dırector #natgeo #amazonprimevideo #netflix (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjeEJ8dvggT/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=