Most deejays at events and nightclubs are content to be a little out of the way. Sometimes tucked away in a corner, sometimes literally reigning over the dance floor. Almost always out of reach. These are usually deejays who play what they want and either you like them or you don’t. And if you don’t, it’s because you’re not cool.
fig deejays don’t play that way.
What distinguishes a fig deejay from most deejays is that they are in relationship with everyone in earshot. They are approachable. In fact, they wouldn’t mind it if you had a seat next to them and chatted about the music. A new service fig exclusively offers is Lounge Deejays. It’s as relaxed and as hip as it sounds. The deejays spins tunes from a coffee table while seated on a couch. Partygoers are welcome to hang out, take a break from the dance floor or from mingling.
“There’s less boundary between the deejay and the audience. It makes the interface soft, welcoming and open. The audience sits on the same level as the artist and is open to the music collection. It allows for greater interaction and a partnership on what to play next. It creates more flow to your evening. It’s a lounge feel.” Says fig President and resident deejay, James Gustin.
Lounge deejaying creates an inviting atmosphere where people can let loose and enjoy themselves without barriers between you and the music and it can be adapted for larger venues and high energy dance floors.
call fig media for more details on the lounge deejay for your event. 773.338.1334
Check out DJ Megan Taylor at the CS Bridal Show at the Four Seasons Thursday March 26, 2009.
• • The Storm Chasers, the dance team for the Chicago Storm of the Xtreme Soccer League, will be on view at the team’s remaining home games Sunday and April 5 at 3 p.m. at the Sears Centre. The Storm Chasers also will hold a dance clinic before the April 5 game. To register, go to chicagostorm.net.
fig media, the official photographers for the Chicago Storm, did a photo shoot with the Storm Chasers for their headshots and promo materials. Check out our photo of the Storm Chasers in the Chicago Suntimes! and view the rest of the team here.
Kara Underwood of Magnificent Milestones had an intern who dreamed up the idea to take brides on a tour of some of the hottest venues in Chicago for weddings. It would give the brides a more experiential opportunity to preview what the city had to offer. That dream became a reality on February 22nd, and the result was the best bridal showcase ever!
Read more about Fig contribution to this…including 4 unique DJ concepts
The blog was designed by fig’s own producer/designer dynamic duo- Megan Taylor and Alvin Black.
Alvin Black and Megan Taylor
Check out the press we got in Biz Bash:
“The blog was designed by another great Chicago company, Fig Media,” he said. “In this kind of economic atmosphere, we all have to get together with the best talent we can find to work on projects that will help us build business down the road.” ~Billy Dec.
The blog also contains videos that fig has shot for Billy. Including a piece with Billy Dec and President Obama, shot by Melissa Martens.
Melissa Martens and Erik Friedly Tania Sofia Doble and Billy Rood
The night of the event, fig filmed an Interview with Nick Cannon for a future project, more information on that later.
Video shot by Emily Hard and James Gustin. On 2.28.09 before the event at Sunda, Billy’s new restaurant.
Check out Billy’s Blog and take a look at our work.
blog by: Melissa Martens, Marketing Manager fig media
This week on Glossed and Found, fig films Director Joe Martinez and Producer Megan Taylor and Graham were with David Barnett, talking about the Oscars and styling. Check it out!
These photos were shot by David Leslie Anthony. A fashion photographer in Chicago. I met with him last week and nervously tried to stand on my own. I was freaking out because of his experience and skill. I know that I also have a lot to offer. So, I got some starbucks and we talked about his blog and his previous work. I was amazed by some of his older photographs. They were really inspiring. Everyone should view his work, there’s a lot to it in addition to great images. David is a very personable, passionate and substantial guy. He is immersed in his work. His studio is full of image inventories, magazines, an original Andy Warhol, and a closet full of cameras. I was surprised by his inventory and organization. I have since started my own. I also learned the importance of being original and not copying other peoples work and “making it your own.”
I’ve never believed in duplicating. It’s a waste of time and it defeats the purpose of your mind. I agreed with everything he said. We ended the meeting as he was packing up his gear to make sure he was prepared. David if your reading this, I hope it went well. Can’t wait to see what you got.
Every time I have talked to him, it has changes my life. From perspective to photography to the business. I’ve only been doing photography for about 2 1/2 years. I have a background in cinematography and filmmaking, so this is new to me, but very similar. From techniques to storytelling it is very similar. It has taught me a lot about directing and being able to tell a story through images-not words. Meeting Mr. Anthony was great, meeting someone who is doing exactly what I want to do is an inspiring and awakening experience. I hope for more and only wish I was as busy as he was…
