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Adam Stanzak is a filmmaker and photographer raised in Minnesota, based in Los Angeles.
He’s a daring artist known for his bold ingenuity and ever-evolving perspective. With experience dating back to the early 2000s, his photography and video work stand out for their distinct and unorthodox flavors, shaped by a blend of diverse influences.
Recent highlights include documenting futebol juggernauts Kaka and Ronaldinho, directing commercials with Mike Tyson & Stündenglass, and capturing Mike Dean composing a song with G Pen in a short documentary. His versatility also shines through his stop-motion animations for Run The Jewels, a printed feature in Cookies Barcelona's social lounge, and a portrait of State Representative Maria Isa showcased at the Minnesota History Center. Additionally, he has published multiple self-produced photo zines.
Adam’s work has been featured in Forbes, Fader, Gumball 3000, Mass Appeal, MTV, The New York Times, The Source, and XXL, among others.
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