Poser Productions

Preserving cultural memory through portraiture, storytelling, and community.

Poser Productions is a community-centered arts organization, whose mission is to preserve and celebrate personal and cultural histories through photographic portraiture, storytelling, and community events. We believe in the power of a single image paired with a handwritten memory to honor lives, legacies, and the places that shape them, connecting personal memory to broader cultural history.

Our first initiative, As Many Weirdos As Possible, is a collaborative still-life documentary photography project celebrating the musical legacy of the Pacific Northwest, spotlighting Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, and beyond. It focuses on the diverse creators and unsung heroes who shaped the music scene between 1985 and 1995. A scene that would change the world. A team of photographers is capturing portraits of bartenders, musicians, engineers, journalists and others from the community, in places that tie them to their stories. Each participant handwrites a favorite memory from the era on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper, which accompanies their portrait.

Our community events are a vital part of this mission. They bring people together, foster connection, and help sustain the work we do. Whether through gallery shows, storytelling nights, community gatherings, or grassroots fundraisers, we create space for conversation and belonging. Not every event features our portraits, but every gathering strengthens the community we’re here to serve.