Kateryna is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of QupMag.com. The magazine is a personal passion project that turned into a recognized North American niche music publications with contributors across the continent and beyond. Kateryna also currently holds a seat on the FACTOR jury board. Working as a Design Director in emerging tech and a freelance travel writer/photographer Kateryna splits her time between these different industries consistently searching for talent and opportunities to grow the publication in new ways. Still very much actively writing herself she can be often spotted in photo pits of various stages across the city and sharing live from international music festivals showcasing a range of genres from indie, to reggae, to obscure sub-genres of electronic.
Luis is a Toronto based photographer. His work has been published in various media and incorporates fashion, portrait, event, wedding, commercial and fine art. Luis has always been fascinated with photography and the many creative opportunities and life experiences it offers. When not shooting he can be found indulging his passion for music by listening to his extensive music collection, playing his guitars and saxophones or taking in a live concert.
Manny is a freelance photographer from Chicago that focuses mainly on concerts. He received his big break in 2012 and hasn’t stopped since. He is a recent Graphic Design graduate from The Illinois Institute of Art in Chicago. His spare time is occupied by spending time with friends and his puppy, Loki.
Born in Bogota, Colombia now in New York. From a young age, art has always been a part of my life. Although photography came to me after high school, it rapidly became my passion and natural to me. Ever since I have been developing my own style. I enjoy working in the music industry since it gives me the freedom to express myself with no boundaries. I expect to keep moving forward and enjoy the process and every opportunity that comes my way.
Michael Hanna is a musician and actor based in Chicago, IL. He plays with Naked Brunch (@nakedbrunchchicago) and Ready Freddie (@readyfreddiempls). He loves fiction, bread, and accidentally bringing the mood down at a party by playing sad music.
Nathaniel Windisch is a photographer/videographer based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Capturing performances is challenging yet so rewarding, he believes photography is capable of transcending the sentiments of every day, a brief moment in time, frozen, to forever live on. These are the moments he aims to always pursue.
Nathan is a writer based in the UK. A music aficionado from a young age, he loves discovering and writing about new artists.
Neil is a Portland-based photographer and videographer. Focused on documenting authenticity, his run-and-gun style allows him to capture genuine moments. Having a deep love and admiration for music, attending live shows has always been a priority for Neil.
Niall Fitzgerald is a Bostonian living in Boston. He has written for New York-based music blog The Note and is an avid fan of music and dive bars. He once shared a bike lane on Sandy Boulevard with Steve Malkmus.
As a writer, Oscar brings a unique perspective with a background in both the Dominican Republic and New York City. Passionate about discovering and sharing new sounds in the music industry, he’s occasionally seen deep at local shows and scouring the internet for the next refreshing vibe. By night, Oscar slides into his DJ Delvsoul alias, blending old house classics with raw new sounds that encapsulate the energy of Brooklyn accompanied by a Latin flow. With a combination of education and real-world studio experience, Oscar is a knowledgeable and well-rounded upcoming voice in the world of music.
