Danita Delimont Stock Photography

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Danita Delimont

Danita Delimont - CEO

Danita is a walking, talking Atlas of the World. When she doesn't instantly know of a place or subject, she's got the Atlas out or is looking it up on the Internet! With over 23 years experience in selling travel destination images to wholesale tour operators, there are few places she's unfamiliar with. She often jokes how when she's old with Alzheimer's she'll be babbling on in an old folk's home about far away places, describing them with great detail, down to the mosaic work on the floor! They'll never know that she was never there!

Seriously though, Danita would rather be cooking! She's not quite sure how she ended up selling stock photography, but it all started when she met Wolfgang Kaehler on the Amazon River, where they both worked on an adventure cruise ship, the World Discover. After a long and fruitful business relationship of 18 years with Wolfgang, she looked ahead at the fork in the road-one led to catering and gourmet dinner parties, the other led to her own stock photography empire which somehow has come to fruition!

A two-year position as the National President of ASPP, the American Society of Picture Professionals, from 2000-2001 thrust her into the forefront of the photo industry. Within no time her industry expertise was sought by many, including an onslaught of photographers who hoped she'd see the value in their work. Her work with NANPA (the North American Nature Photographer's Association), and her membership with PACA (Picture Archive Council of America) brings her a well-rounded knowledgebase of the photo industry.

Aside from work, she's constantly running her teenage son Davis to his various venues, cracking the whip on homework, and whipping up fabulous dinners to share with family and friends. Her husband Dave Herbig of 20 years continues to marvel how he's managed to remain in pretty good shape considering the fine fare! They have traveled the world together over the years, and scuba dived in some of the finest dive destinations worldwide. Her latest goal is to get to Italy for a cooking class and extended time along the Riveria and Amalfi coasts eating and drinking her way down the coastline!

Danita's favorite pic:

There's something about this image by JOANNE WELLS that exemplifies all the ethereal feelings and emotions we experience in our daily lives. It's mysterious yet passionate. It's peaceful yet strong. It's almost an impressionist example of life's expressive realms in all its glory. I met Joanne Wells at a NANPA conference when she asked me to review her portfolio. She's a beautiful, gracious woman from the South and her extraordinary work in the swamps of Georgia is lovely, as is she.

Dave Herbig

Dave Herbig - Reluctant CTO

Dave avidly supported Danita's 1982 decision to become an agent for photographers, and has assisted her for more than 20 years as her behind-the-scenes business advisor. His "day jobs" during this period included co-founding the world's largest bad-check screening system (SCAN), managing a business records storage and computer data tape vault, owning a custom home theater design company, and working as chief operating officer of a computer security software company during its initial public offering.

When the digital revolution transformed the stock photography business, Dave's personal interest in photography collided with his knowledge of computer technology. He realized that if his agent (Danita) was to continue selling his photography (at least one image per decade), the agency would have to join the digital revolution! So now Dave nurses Danita's computer network, the e-commerce website, and his favorite, the digital screening room with its 8-foot screen.

In addition to working with Danita, Dave is exercising his entrepreneurial muscles by successfully launching and now operating a new business venture, Badge Magic. Badge Magic is a revolutionary new way to attach badges to Scout uniforms without sewing. Badge Magic uniform kits are Official Scout Stuff and most Badge Magic products are available exclusively through local Scout Shops. Some Badge Magic products are also available at the website, http://www.badgemagic.com.

Dave's favorite pic:

Bald eagle with freshly caught fish in talons

I was captured the first time I saw this stunning image by THEO ALLOFS. The detail is riveting. The eye is staring right at me and perfectly focused. The tips of the wings reveal each feather reaching for speed. The fish in his claws shows success.

Jeff Lawrence

Jeff Lawrence - Resident Multitasker

Jeff Lawrence has worked at DanitaDelimont.com since the summer of 2002 and has been an integral part of the agency's transition into the digital age. He has officially labled himself the company's resident multi-tasker. From scanning, photo manipulation, uploading and keywording to video editing and rendering for the latest Digital Slideshow DVD's for the company's "Performing Arts" branch, Jeff usually juggles four or five projects at once.

Working for Danita has been a pleasure for Jeff because she has been a long-time family friend, and is an exceptionally easy-going boss. She offers a flexible schedule, creative freedom, the ability to travel the world every day without leaving the office . . . and a paycheck.

Despite being only 23, Jeff has traveled broadly and has experienced many cultures and lifestyles. Part of his cultural experience comes from his international background: his mother was born and raised in France, and almost her entire side of the family resides there. He has visited Europe every few years since he was a baby. His favorite travel destination is Whistler, Canada, because it has some of the most beautiful scenery, the best skiing in North America, and a really great nightlife that often prevents him from enjoying them as much as he would like.

Jeff believes that everyone should experience cultures around the world because it creates a sensible, open-minded world view, and makes you appreciate what you have.

Determine never to be idle... It is wonderful how much may be done if we are always doing.

-Thomas Jefferson

Jeff's favorite pic:

Savanah Stewart

Savanah Stewart - Photo Editor

Savanah was born and raised in Ketchikan; if you know where Ketchikan is chances are you were there on a cruise ship for vacation, buying up every plastic totem pole from China and getting a neck cramp from trying to spot eagles. Yes it is true, she is from Alaska (not Canada!). Being from such a beautiful place gave her a love for the outdoors and photography, but being from such a small remote island in Southeast Alaska gave her a love for travel. After high school she decided she had had enough cold and decided to head for California…. Santa Barbara specifically. Savanah attended Brooks Institute of Photography and graduated in 2005 with a BA in Digital Imaging.

After college, Savanah dreamed of exploring the world and being a travel photographer, and then she woke up and realized she had no money and had to get back to reality and get a paying job. So…she did the next best thing and got a job with a travel stock photography agency, which made her move to Seattle, back to the Northwest but not quite back to the plastic totem poles and island status.

Savanah enjoys the Northwest, loves to fish, camp, ski, and travel to new destinations. She hopes to pursue her dream of becoming a travel photographer or photo editor for a travel magazine.

Favorite quote: Do it for the Halibut

Savanah's favorite pic:

Kevin LeDoux

Kevin LeDoux - Imports/Exports/Marketing

Kevin arrived at Danita’s agency in 2002, fresh from the east coast where he had been art director for an ad agency in Portland, ME. She needed someone with diverse computer skills to help organize digital images and design marketing pieces. Today Kevin taxes the left and right sides of his brain managing the digital asset library, database, and branding for the company.

When he's not processing thousands of images or designing ads, Kevin would rather be in the mountains. The summer is spent eating out of tiny pots and sleeping in a tent while backpacking through the Cascade and the Olympics Mountain Ranges. In the winter, tracking the best snow and catching first lift is mandatory. With whatever time that leaves, Kevin is committed to working on his own design projects and helping to elevate the Seattle music community with a website dedicated to local musicians and concerts. Seattle IS the “City of Music” after all. Staying true to his Wyoming roots, Kevin also raises a substantial garden with a few backyard chickens which are, and will remain, unnamed.

Kevin's favorite pic:

Most pictures are worth a thousand words. This image by AMOS NACHOM is worth that and another thousand questions. All we are shown is the very tail of this Blue Whale yet there is an immediate sense of it's grandeur. The mystery of its life is only amplified, rather than explained.

Jonathan Kruger

Jonathan Kruger - Digital Facilitator

After more than fifteen years as an IT professional, Jonathan wanted to start spending his time and energy in a more creative field. In 2002, he enrolled in the Commercial Photography program at Seattle Central Community College, and he's never looked back.

Jonathan joined Danita Delimont Stock Photography in the summer of 2006. In addition to learning everything he can about how the stock industry works, he spends his time on photographer relations, optimizing our DAM workflow, poking at our business processes and helping out in a variety of ways. Outside the office, he runs a photography business of his own.

"I enjoy all aspects of photography. It's such a rich medium, with an endless variety of subjects and techniques to explore. I'm currently obsessed with digital infrared photography in my personal work. Since it's less representational than even traditional B&W, there's more emphasis on composition."

"I love working with other photographers, sharing what I've learned and always discovering something new in the process. After working with Danita for a few months, I find my interest in travel and documentary photography growing rapidly!"

Jonathan's favorite pic:

Catharine Simon

Catharine Simon - Supersleuth

When asked where she prefers living, Catharine will often reply, "Somewhere I have yet to visit."

Her enthusiasm for geography, different cultures and languages was born during her first 15 years of life, when her father's corporate jobs took the family from New York City to Puerto Rico and then to Italy. After graduating from Smith College and doing the rounds of East Coast towns and cities, she decided to settle in Seattle, sight unseen. It was one of the best decisions she has ever made. Still, itchy-feet prevailed, so she and her husband sailed their 34-foot boat from Seattle, through Mexico and the South Pacific and on up to Hawaii for a glorious 15 months. This voyage led to another 3 years of corporate engagements in Japan and Korea, followed by stints in Paris and Munich. Rough, eh?

Upon her return to the lovely Pacific Northwest, Catharine worked in fundraising and marketing for different Seattle-area arts non-profits, most notably Pacific Northwest Ballet, and was a stockbroker for a wee bit, as well. She ended up being a neighbor and friend to Danita, while raising her own crew -- a wonderful son and daughter. Catharine enthusiastically endorsed Danita's career efforts and joined forces with her in 2000. Her experiences in dealing with the public, with artists, and with travel made her well-suited for the global scope of Danita's office, where she works closely with photographers and clients.

When not working, Catharine enjoys participating in her children's Scouting activities, playing the harp, going on family boating vacations and road trips, luxuriating in her book club, attending ballet and theater performances, bicycling and skiing with her family, and being a mom to the family dog, parrot and hedgehog. For now, at least, it's the great Northwest that keeps her grounded, but who knows what place will beckon next . . . .

Catharine's favorite pic:

I love the the light, composition and contrasting textures in this image. There is a delicious tension, or balance, between the solid and the liquid, between the permanent and the ephemeral. The surface reflection of the rock gives way to depth in the foreground sand, and the transition is so mysterious. This photo is not only visually stunning, but also captures the feel of the Northwest.

Davis Herbig

Davis Herbig - Senior Associate

Davis Herbig is one of the longest tenured employees at Delimont Herbig & Associates with 18 years of dutiful service. During such time, he has completed such tasks as emptying the garbage, and running Fed-Ex boxes into the drop off box. Currently the janitor for DHA, he has gained the privileges of running up and down the stairs to relay messages when the intercoms fail to work, and vacuuming the carpet. He hopes to eventually convince his Dad, I mean boss, to raise his allowance, I mean salary.

Davis' favorite pic:

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