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“I'm not sure if I should say that Martha is a total pro and a lovely person, or a lovely person and a total pro. Either way, she manifests every quality I could hope for in a person who represents me. Martha is kind, empathetic, funny, creative, flexible, and firm when it's called for.”
— William Waldron (Photographer)
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“Martha is a dream! I always admire her honest work ethic and fervent integrity. She's a wonderful advocate for creative people and simultaneously fair and reasonable with her clients.”
— Michael Shome (Global Visuals Director, Architectural Digest)
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"In all my years of working with Martha North, I have always found her to be incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, kind-- and of course, professional. She has a very calm and capable demeanor which goes a long way."
— Mieke ten Have (Interiors Stylist)
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"Over the years I have turned to Martha when I want a to get an honest, thought out analysis of mine and others' photography. She thinks like an artist but is able to see it from the realistic point of view of a client or curator. Martha's vast experience, good taste, enthusiasm plus her a real love of photography make for an opinion I trust."
- Jeff Bark (Photographer)
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"Beginning in 2015, Martha has helped guide me through a critical period of my career. With her encouragement and direction, my work underwent a significant evolution which recast my photographic identify into a more intellectual space. Much more than just a sales agent, I’ve come to value Martha’s visual literacy and knowledge of historical and contemporary art far beyond what may typically be expected from a photographer’s agent."
— Michael Turek (Photographer)
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“Martha is a consummate professional and outstanding collaborator with extensive experience in production and artist representation. She’s results oriented and brings a thoughtful approach to all projects and players. It’s always been a pleasure working together knowing that the job is in good hands. I can’t think of a more perfect next step in her career as she expands and offers her skill & knowledge to a broader network.”
— David Murphy (Visual Director, Hearst Visual Group)
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"From our very first conversation, I immediately felt like I had known Martha forever. Her genuine interest in people, and her passionate love of photography, has been an invaluable asset for myself and my business. From photo and website editing to estimates and client relations, Martha has made my life so much easier, so I can now focus on the creative, knowing that the business end of things is in more than good hands. I cannot thank her enough, for the help, advice, and the true friend that she has become."
— Joe Schmelzer (Photographer)
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"I feel incredibly lucky to have met Martha all those years ago, when she was still at Ray Brown. From the very start, she’s been an indispensable ally in navigating the ever-changing photo industry. Martha is kind, generous, endlessly knowledgeable, and efficient. I always value her candor and her ability to jump in at a moment’s notice. I truly can't recommend her highly enough—her support has meant so much to me over the years."
— Linda Pugliese (Photographer)
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"Over the years working together I have come to deeply respect her ability to communicate clearly, concisely and honestly both with me, and with clients on my behalf. She has demonstrated a remarkable understanding, not just of the financial and legal workings of the photo industry, but of each and every creative with whom she chooses to build a relationship. I have never doubted her ability to balance the needs of the industry against my personal needs and desires as an artist and a human. I am so thankful for the work Martha does in this industry, and in the world at large."
— Forest Woodward (Photographer)
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"Martha has been the most pleasant, intelligent, and strategic consultant I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Martha makes the tough things simpler with clear communication and a plan. I’m grateful to have Martha on my team."
— André Jones (Photographer)
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"Martha North is the real deal; a diamond in the rough! I've known and worked with Martha for well over a decade and have only wonderful things to say. She is a true gem of a human being who works incredibly hard for her photographers, as well as for those hiring her photographers. She is thorough and direct, and ultimately a joy to work with (and have lunch with). If you need assistance negotiating a contract or booking a job, look no further, Martha is your girl!"
— Julia Duquette (Photo Editor, Chairish)
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"As a production manager, there is nothing better than knowing you have Martha working on your shoot. She has an eye for talent, gets the job done quickly and competently, and is an absolute pleasure to work with. I can't recommend her enough and I'm thrilled to see her fill a void in the industry."
— Rena Franco (Production Manager, The Shade Store)
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"Martha North has been navigating the evolving business of photography for over 2 decades and her savvy experience is evident to anyone who knows her. Now she is positioned to re-invent the definition of photo agent and artist manager. Her visionary approach places her at the very forefront of “what’s coming next” in a shape-shifting industry during a time of momentous change."
— Susan White (Photography Director)