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ICON/REFINED Magazine’s Search for the 2025 Icon of the Year
ICON/REFINED Magazine, a print and digital network dedicated to all things entrepreneurship, is searching for the Top Icon of the Year for 2025. This prestigious recognition celebrates the modern entrepreneur’s lifestyle and provides an unparalleled opportunity for...
Commercial Skincare and Product Line Photo Shoot
This scared me out of my mind
It’s a great day to muster up some courage. Have you ever felt completely terrified in your career? Maybe you needed to bring up an uncomfortable topic, or you decided to go after a client that feels just out of reach, or maybe you’re finally ready to launch a new...
Why we’re closing the chapter on 10 years of Get Published LIVE
When I started FITposium, now called Get Published LIVE, 10 years ago, it all started with one question: What would happen if we gathered together a community of aspiring fitness professionals to connect and learn how to navigate the fitness industry together? A...
PAID Model Casting
James Patrick Photography is casting 6 models (5 women and 1 man) for a paid commercial photo and video shoot for a skincare line. Project is to happen in Phoenix, Arizona on either May 9 or May 10, 2024. Models interested in applying should be local (as...
James Patrick Photography Clinches Three ADDY Awards at the 2024 American Advertising Awards
The James Patrick Photography team has secured three prestigious ADDY Awards at the 2024 American Advertising Awards, hosted by AAF Phoenix. In a night of celebration and recognition, James Patrick walked away with the following accolades: Gold ADDY Award - Black and...
James Patrick Celebrates 10 Years of Get Published LIVE
Get Published LIVE is celebrating its 10th season this year. The anniversary has gotten me thinking a lot about evolution. If you’ve been on this ride with us, you know that my annual conference that aims to connect talented entrepreneurs, content creators, models,...
Behind the Lens: A Day of Capturing Imagery Dr. Jen Ashton Magazine’s Second Annual Issue
Being able to get more done in less time has been a growing necessity for creative services. This was most certainly the case for the second annual issue of Dr. Jen Ashton Magazine and my second time being hired as the lead photographer for the publication. When...
From Vision to Print: James Patrick’s ICON/REFINED Magazine Volume 8 Redefines Creative Entrepreneurship
Hello, enthusiasts of creativity, wellness, and entrepreneurship! The wait is over as ICON/REFINED Magazine, proudly presents the much-anticipated 8th volume—an absolute game-changer that transcends boundaries in the publishing realm. Get Your Print Edition Here Chris...