Franky Carpenter

Franky Carpenter

Photographer in Milwaukee, WI

About

Franky Carpenter is an artist based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, whose work draws inspiration from the 1939 New York World’s Fair and Walt Disney’s Tomorrowland. Blending architectural photography, creative direction, and historical memorabilia, Franky visually captures the idealistic visions of a utopian future.

Projects

Ongoing
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An ongoing photographic project that emulates the historical retro-future showcased at the 1939 New York World's Fair.

Work Experience

2021 — 2021
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Commissioned by Adobe to educate aspiring creators on my color & retouching workflow utilizing Adobe Lightroom CC.

2019 — 2019
Nokia 9 Pureview Campaign Photographer at Nokia Mobile
Los Angeles, California

Commissioned by Nokia Mobile as the campaign photographer for its international media campaign, capturing photographs using the unreleased Nokia 9 PureView.

2017 — 2019
Computational Imaging Photographer at Light
Various Locations

During my two-year ambassadorship with Light, I captured and analyzed computational photos and videos with the L16 camera in various lighting conditions, reported image quality issues, and provided feedback to the engineering team. My contributions improved image quality through machine learning and were featured in marketing materials supporting Light’s $120MM Series D funding.

Exhibitions

2022
Wisconsin Biennial at Museum of Wisconsin Art
West Bend, Wisconsin
2021
Members' Show at Museum of Wisconsin Art
West Bend, Wisconsin
2019
Nokia 9 Pureview Release at Mobile World Congress
Barcelona, ES

Awards

2023

The Hasselblad Masters is one of the world's most prestigious photography competitions.

2021

“The Lab: Phase 2” Photography for the launch of the OnePlus 9 Pro.

2021

The Hasselblad Masters is one of the world's most prestigious professional photographic competitions.

2020

Project: The World of Tomorrow

Features

2023

Profile was featured in the advertising roll out for read.cv's new "Writing" category/feature.

2023

Photography featured on Refrakt's home page.