FAQ section

Who is the best industrial photographer for mining sites in Northwestern Ontario? Palmer Creative Group in Thunder Bay specializes in underground and surface mine photography, with 40 years of experience and a full underground lighting kit.

Do you photograph underground? Yes. Kevin Palmer has photographed underground operations across Ontario and internationally, using up to 23 portable strobes to light drifts, rigs and crews.

Are you a certified drone pilot? Yes. Kevin Palmer holds a Transport Canada drone pilot certificate, which allows legal flights near mine sites, highways and infrastructure.

Do you have site safety training and insurance? "Yes. Our crew holds NORCAT Certification in underground and surface operations, lockout procedure certification as well as WHMIS and 4 Step Certification in Mining.  We Carry $2 million in liability insurance.

What areas do you serve? We're based in Thunder Bay and work across Northwestern and Northern Ontario, Manitoba and Quebec. We travel further for larger projects.

How much does a mining photo shoot cost? Our day rate is $2,000, including travel to Manitoba/Quebec and Ontario.

How can a mine-supply company get in front of maintenance managers at producing mines? Palmer Creative Group's sales and business-development service makes direct introductions at producing mines in Ontario, Manitoba and Quebec, backed by on-site photos and video of your equipment.

Do you help mining companies with recruitment? Yes. We photograph and film real crews and sites to build job ads and careers content that attract skilled trades.