(415) 602-4179 bill@speaklocal.org
(415) 602-4179 bill@speaklocal.org

LightGrid

A resource for learning professional media production
professional media production made accessible

Community Studio

LightGrid® transforms content creation, production, and distribution. Want to see it in action? Tap an image or video you like in the LightGrid® library, and watch the robotics configure to instantly capture content.

We understand the importance of a great picture. Excellent photography and video isn’t accidental. It’s derived from a great atmosphere and the right tools. The LightGrid® is equipped with top of the line equipment to ensure your content is of the highest quality.

SpeakLocal Origin Timeline

2005 - Present

LightGrid

Building upon his experience in professional photography and studio management, Bill Delzell invented the LightGrid®, an automated lighting studio that simplifies content production using robotics in an on-demand local setting. Its intuitive and accessible design makes LightGrid® an ideal resource for learning and creating.

“LightGrid takes a big step towards the democratization of media.”

Chris AndersonTED Conference

“Wow, as a strategist at major agencies, this is very impressive technology.”

Devin HolmesSalesForce

“What Kinko’s did for quick printing, LightGrid is doing for video.”

Jim ConnorHost of Game Changers

1996 - 2015

Blue Sky Rental Studios

This is a collection of images made & created in Blue Sky by many of the world’s leading image makers – from Richard Avedon to Annie Leibovitz. With 7 daylight studios, image makers world-wide made this a world-class destination studio. Imagery made here both moved and reflected a world within a world – the Silicon Valley.

Blue Sky Rental Studios, Studio #3 | Multiple Exposure, Film | Unretouched | © Bill Delzell

2005 - 2015

Blue Sky People

In 2005 Bill Founded Blue Sky People leading the way in “Real People” imagery. In less than two years, over 15,000 people participated in our ‘Real People’ database. McDonald’s used our real people database for their global franchise.

1970 - Present

Delzell Photography

Take a look at work created by Bill Delzell. As a commercial photographer, Bill made imagery for the world’s most ambitious businesses, from Apple to Xerox.

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. Blot Filter Paper | 4×5 Large Format Film | © Bill Delzell

Last Day of Summer | Lac Léman | iPhone Photo, 2021 | © Bill  Delzell

Metallica – James Hetfield & Kirk Hammett | 2 ¼ Medium Format Film | © Bill  Delzell

LightGrid® in Education

The Woj Way

Minister of Education, Zimbabwe

Kiyoshi Global Forum

Singularity Reel

D-Tech Wendy Little

D-Tech Dr. Ken Montgomery

“I had so much fun using your super cool studio, a super unique opportunity.”

RowanStudent, Burlingame High

“The students truly benefited, and it will be something they will always remember.”

Nancy KaneTeacher, San Mateo High

“The folks here at Hillsdale High sing your praises and truly appreciate all your help with the students”

Kevin SkellyPh.D. Superintendent

Want to get involved?

(415) 602-4179

bill@speaklocal.org

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