Canon expands ‘Explorers of Light’ program with four new visual artists
Canon U.S.A., Inc. announced Thursday the addition of four acclaimed photographers and cinematographers to its “Explorers of Light” program, an initiative designed to educate and inspire professional and amateur visual storytellers.
The new members include fashion photographer Dixie Dixon, wedding filmmaker Lindsey Conklin, Kansas City Chiefs director of photography Steve Sanders, and award-nominated cinematographer Bryan Gentry. The cohort joins a program that has operated for more than three decades, bringing together elite artists for seminars, gallery showings, and public appearances.
Kiyoshi Oka, executive vice president and general manager of the Marketing Strategy Unit at Canon U.S.A., Inc., said the addition of the four artists ensures the company’s legacy of inspiring creators remains influential. “By welcoming Dixie, Lindsey, Steve, and Bryan into this prestigious circle, we aren’t just adding names to a roster—we are integrating four master storytellers who embody the future of visual art,” Oka said.
The new members represent a broad range of specialties. Dixon is an internationally recognized commercial photographer who has worked with brands such as Disney and Virgin, while Conklin is a co-founder of Le Rêve Films with experience documenting high-level events on five continents. Sanders has spent more than 30 years photographing the Kansas City Chiefs, and Gentry is known for his work on feature films and documentaries, including the Emmy-nominated series “Stax: Soulsville, USA.”
Throughout the year, the Explorers of Light share technical expertise through personal appearances and educational programs. The artists also utilize a range of Canon professional equipment, including the EOS R1, EOS R5 Mark II, and various Cinema EOS cameras and RF lenses. Additional information and samples of their work are available through Canon’s official website.
