At The Table, Guest Insight - Julie Ellison @_julie_ellison
Julie Ellison is a photographer and director based in the southeastern U.S. Her work sits at the intersection of humans, nature, and human nature, everything rooted in the connection between people and the natural world, not only in her daily life but in the purpose and motivation she brings to her work.
She believes in fighting for the planet and for each other, and her creative vision is rooted in showcasing the people who are out there doing that critical work every day.
Specialties: Outdoor Lifestyle, Travel, Adventure, Agriculture
In three words: Adaptable, Artist, (aspiring) Sattva
Dream Client: Toyota
Current obsession: Melted cheese
Last song played: Cat Power - “The Greatest”
Current read: The God of Animals
Fun Facts:
Lived in a van for 5 years (still a total dirtbag)
Also, a ceramic artist
Alabama state champion in math (11th grade) and spelling bee (6th grade) julieellison.com
AI is changing how photographers get discovered. Most portfolios aren’t built for it yet.
We’ve been thinking about this too - and we are launching a new service called “The Check” to help artists navigate this aspect of automation.
This carousel breaks down the terms shaping the shift in AI, SEO, AEO, structured data, and what zero-click search means for creative professionals.
Sign up at werthetable.com for “The Check”, our Ai positioning audit that will let you know where you stand, find out how clearly AI systems see your portfolio and where the gaps are.
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A new offering from We R the Table!!! If you are looking for support, structure and peer insight to help move your marketing goals forward, consider our twice-monthly accountability group: The Smart Table! 💡
Summer is a great time to reassess your marketing and messaging. Real support and follow-up can help you prioritize and tackle those goals. ✅
DM to get started today!!! 🥰
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At The Table, Guest Insight — Bil Zelman @bilzelman
Currently ranked the number one photographer in the US by Lürzer’s Archive International, Zelman relentlessly explores the spirit and psychology of his work.
Sought after for his highly expressive portraits and lifestyle photography, Zelman creates an entirely immersive environment for his subjects to engage with. Zelman is also a seasoned film director who works on motion campaigns with diverse clients.
Specialties: Lifestyle, Fashion Lifestyle, Journalism, Children
In three words: Curious, Thoughtful, Wild
Favorite book: Under the Volcano
Dream Client: One who fights to make the best work possible.
bilzelman.com
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You don’t have to figure this out alone.
Running a commercial photography or directing business means carrying every piece of it, the next job, the overhead, the creative momentum by yourself. When the crew wraps, the weight doesn’t go anywhere.
That’s why we built The Smart Table with Heidi Goverman.
A bi-monthly accountability group specifically for commercial photographers and directors. You set goals, build timelines, get peer feedback from people who actually understand your world, and access quarterly industry experts brought in to offer specialized support.
Supportive.
And yes, there’s pressure. The kind that keeps you moving and executing even when everything else gets in the way.
The Smart Table is already underway.
Email Heidi directly to join: [email protected]
OR visit the link in bio.
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At The Table, Guest Insight — Adrian Mueller @mueller.adrian
Adrian Mueller is a New York–based commercial food, beverage, and product photographer and tabletop director, producing imagery and video for national campaigns.
His work has been featured in Lürzer’s Archive – 200 Best Ad Photographers Worldwide for 16 consecutive years.
Growing up in Switzerland and time spent in Japan have shaped his creative approach, with craftsmanship and simplicity as guiding principles — reflected in his motto: “Beauty in Simplicity.”
Specialties: Beverage, Food, Product, Tabletop Directing
In three words: Always Working Hard
Favorite book: IQ84
Dream Client: Johnnie Walker, Nespresso, Coke
Fun Facts:
🥂Trilingual
🥂Football (soccer) fanatic
🥂Happiest when in the Swiss Mountains
amueller.com
Your Behind-The-Scenes is doing more than you realize.
Producers and creatives are heading to your IG for a vibe check, and BTS content is a big part of that.
Since Instagram’s algorithm changes in 2024–2025, follower counts have lost their weight. What matters now is context, and BTS gives them exactly that.
It proves how you work. It gives producers something to advocate with. And in a world where final images can increasingly be generated by AI, it is your clearest argument for human craftsmanship.
Swipe to see why BTS is doing some of your marketing now. Our next event is on June 13th. A one-on-one meeting is another way to communicate your value directly to the decision-makers working on today’s campaigns. Trust cannot be automated. That still requires a conversation. Sign up at werthetable.com or DM us for more info. — We R The Table #PhotographyNetworking #CommercialPhotographyTips #PortfolioEvent #AtTheTable #WeRTheTable PortfolioReview commercialphotography
Hate small talk? I get it. That’s exactly why I built a system for it.
At every At The Table portfolio event, artists enter what I call The Lobby — an 8 to 10 minute window between meetings where the room reconnects and I guide the conversation.
No awkward silences.� No uncomfortable energy.� No weird questions.
Instead, thoughtful prompts that help you relax, connect naturally, and walk into your next meeting warm instead of cold.
Those little moments matter more than people think.
They help you show up present.� They create easy openings.� They give you real touchpoints for follow-up.
Small talk isn’t the problem.� Used well, it’s the shortcut to better networking.
Next event: June 13th� Link in bio or visit werthetable.com
And yes… what made me smile this week? My giant dogs.
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Hey gang!!! We were so excited to welcome new-to-us artists at our April 11 event that it got us thinking about clarifying what comes with that meeting purchase. 🤑
The immediate answer is - all the help, all the prep, all the time to answer questions, ensure that you are ready for the day and successful in your interactions. 😉
We are your resource for anything you need prior to an At The Table Event. Check settings, talk about game plans, get insight into what we know about what our reviewers want to see. 🤯
We will always make the time for our artists and actually will insist on that for our newest friends!! 🥰
Your success is incredibly important to us - making sure you have all you need before your meetings speaks to that! 😊
Our next event is June 13 - watch this space in the coming weeks for our newest list of reviewers and always reach out if we can help in any way!!!
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At The Table, Guest Insight — Inti St. Clair @intistclair
Inti St. Clair is the real deal.
Inti brings genuine stories to life by expertly producing extraordinary imagery, never losing her collaborative spirit, even under high-pressure situations.
She captures authentic moments for her clients, finds the fun in her work, and creates laughter on the set every single day while always delivering the goods.
In three words: Happy, Colorful, Friendly
Favorite book: Shantaram
Dream Client: Delta Airlines
Fun Facts:
🌞Has lived on three continents in four different countries, in homes including a teepee and a tiny home (before it was trendy)
🌞Shares a name with the Incan Sun God
🌞Has spent time in zero gravity
intistclair.com
Small talk isn’t just filler. It’s a strategy. ☺️
Every At The Table online event includes The Lobby, a moderated 8–10 minute gathering room between each set of meetings.
Conversation-starting questions are designed to reset the group, carry you into your next meeting naturally, and create real touchpoints with the people you just met.
Guest writer Heidi Goverman breaks down why it works, and the research that backs it up.
At The Table connects commercial photographers and directors with creative decision-makers through guaranteed one-on-one meetings.
2026 dates:
February 21 ✅
April 11 ✅
June 13 👈🏻
September 19 👈🏻
October 17 👈🏻
November 14👈🏻
Trust cannot be automated. That still requires a conversation.
Follow for more insider insights from the people inside the room.
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