PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHER | Meet Russ Turner
Often, we find ourselves thinking of Russ Turner, our on-staff photographer, as a sort of ace up our sleeve. Russ brings 20+ years of commercial photography and graphic design experience to every project he captures at Main St. Group®. Russ brings a keen eye for detail and an insightful approach, informed by his experience working with printers specializing in beverage labels.
Russ has led the development of our fully-equipped studio, including a four-light setup that enables greater creativity, and applies his end-to-end expertise spanning shooting, post-production, and print-ready output. His portfolio spans beverage, beauty, food, and lifestyle – and the work speaks for itself.
Read on for more about Russ’s background and the approach he brings to every project captured at Main St. Group®, and reach out to learn more about how we can support your next project with our photography capabilities:
We asked Russ to sit down with us for a brief Q&A - a great opportunity, we thought, to introduce himself and speak to the expertise he brings to our team.
How did you find your way to MSG?
I got into photography out of frustration – of never being able to find the perfect image when I was working on the design side. I worked with a number of beverage clients, for example, where I’d be designing a label and I’d end up spending hours and hours searching image libraries to find the right image of a piece of fruit, say, or some element that needed to be amended anyway before using it on, say, a label. I thought to myself that I could shoot these images myself, do a better job, and save myself some time.
How do you apply your expertise to help MSG better serve our customers?
I bring my attention to detail and passion for producing eye-catching images to every project. I think my background and expertise in both print and design give me an edge in understanding and pinpointing the important or difficult-to-capture elements of a project, and in highlighting them in a clear and impactful way.
What is your favourite part of working at MSG so far?
Although I also do a lot of design work at Main St. Group®, my favourite part of the job is photography!
What inspires you? Where do you find inspiration for your work?
I really take inspiration from each display or project as it comes in – I like to understand the intent, how it’s being used, and the brand behind each project to inform the art direction.
Is there anything else our prospective clients/customers might like to know about you and how you contribute to MSG?
I am very involved in every project I shoot – I like to have a full understanding of the scope and any important details, and I work very hard to capture each project in the best possible light.
How about outside of work? Any fun facts or hobbies? Special interests?
I’m a pretty regular Call of Duty player, and I also recently started Sim Racing (iRacing). I’m a long-time Formula 1 fan, too. I love to travel, as well.
What’s your drink of choice?
I love a good whiskey or bourbon as well as craft beers with a penchant for IPAs. French wine, as well.
