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Louis&Co Sydney photo & film production and photo agents

"Here at Louis&Co, we are a full service photographic and film production company and proudly represent some of the best photographers and directors worldwide. With a passion for creative problem solving and a team who are solutions-focused, we have been lucky enough to have worked on some of Australia’s largest brand campaigns.

Our most recent productions include:

  • Uber Eats shot by Mat Baker featuring Kim Kardashian, Magda Szubanski, Jimmy Barnes, John Farnham and Anh Doh
  • Toyota Corolla and Granvia shot in Melbourne by photographer Ian Butterworth
  • Billabong Australia shot on location by Steve Baccon
  • Johnnie Walker’s most recent campaigns by Jamie MacFadyen
  • Goodman Australia and China shot by Chris Sisarich"

Reload + Co Sydney PHOTO & FILM PRODUCTION AND TALENT AGENTS

Reload+Co is an Australian-based production company, representing a select group of photographers, directors, videographers, stylists, hair and make-up artists. They specialise in advertising campaign production and offer their expertise across the fields of stills photography and film. Reload+Co create content specifically tailored to meet clients print and digital needs. They offer a full service experience from pre-production to post, for projects of any size. Their photographers and directors are based in Australia, Asia, the USA, UK and Europe and work across a variety of disciplines.

The Reload+Co team are known for their unique approach to production and offer both clients and artists alike a wealth of knowledge of the entire industry. The agency’s impressive talent roster, backed by a strong team of producers means they are able to offer clients the very best creative expertise in every aspect of the industry. All are committed to pushing creative boundaries and can coordinate every step of the process.

Miss bossy boots Sydney Production and Creative Services Agency

With over 20 years of experience, Miss Bossy Boots continues to be at the forefront of photographic and motion production and management.  

Miss Bossy Boots approaches each project with the same degree of dedication to quality and detail whether we’re on a huge production or after a single shot.

"We have industry connections that allow for creative approaches to casting, location sourcing, styling, wardrobe and much more. Our aim is always to produce the most creative, cutting edge, high-end images possible and as such our track record is second to none.

With a posse of wonderfully talented and experienced photographers, hair and makeup artists and stylists on the books, there is no style or brief Miss Bossy Boots cannot take on: fashion, lifestyle, food, cars, you name it, Miss Bossy Boots can elevate your concept to new and inspiring heights."

Clients include Australia Post, BMW, Chrysler, Cricket Australia, Fiat, Heinz, 7 Eleven, K-mart, Mini, Peters, Porsche, Puma, Tourism Victoria and Tourism Tasmania.

Double Barrel Auckland Photo & Film Production

Double Barrel is a New Zealand-based TVC and photography production and fixer services company with offices in Auckland and Queenstown.

"If you want to shoot in our beautiful country, we’d love to help you get your project over the line. From big scale photography shoots to TV commercials or online content, we can help.

We really care about each project we work on and with expert knowledge of amazing locations, highly skilled technical crew and great talent, we will find the best options to suit your budget and maximise your creative vision. 

We look forward to seeing you here in 2020."

AJ Films Christchurch Full Service Photo & Film Production

Line producer Amanda Jenkins from AJ Films has been working throughout the Oceania cluster of countries for over 25 years. She has formed trusted relationships with crews and suppliers in all three countries, so she has the experience and connections needed to create a successful production.

Locations throughout New Zealand, Australia and Fiji offer international commercial and drama production alternatives with opposite seasons that are diverse, in close proximity, accessible, film friendly, safe and affordable.

AJ Films remotely produces content for clients without the need for them to travel to this side of the world. Transparent and close consultation with on-location video feed enables the director or client access to the shoot.

It has been a busy start to 2020:

  • Shooting a new campaign in Auckland and Taupo for Renault, Publicis Conseil and Cream-Paris with photographer Uli Heckmann.
  • Descente Global continues to rollout winter material shot in Queenstown with the Swiss Ski Team.
  • Grass Fed Milk Formula Australia in Canterbury with Absolute Content shooting in the tapestry of agriculture in Canterbury, Christchurch.
  • Canterbury Tourism with ChristchurchNZ for new website: video and stills content to promote the diversity of the region with New Zealand photographer Dean Mackenzie and DOPs Jason Larraman, Julian Vares and Jeremy Black.

Contact Amanda Jenkins for all locations and trusted production service in Oceania. “Let's chat about what you want to achieve; we can offer solutions to you.”

Film Location Nz Auckland location service & scouts

"Film Location New Zealand provides scouting and location management services for motion and stills productions throughout New Zealand.

Whilst scouting I work with the director and DOP to look beyond the location brief to actively look and identify the individual shots and potential angle options. Working with the production teams as location manager I then ensure that maximum value is extracted from all locations.  

I have scouted and managed shoots all over the world with crews up to 400 pax, through my own production companies in Australia and New Zealand.  

With over 35 years knowledge and experience in TVC, stills and live event production you can be assured of a quick, efficient, logical and creative response to your project needs.

Recent clients include:

  • Flying Fish: Tag Heuer and Hyundai
  • GoodOil Productions: Skinny Mobile Phones
  • Brandworld: Nuromol Pharmaceuticals 
  • Wabi Sabi: Countdown Supermarkets
  • Eight Productions: 2 Degrees Phones and Westfield
  • Picture North USA: Fidelity
  • Reel Factory: Les Mills International
  • TVNZ Blacksand: Seat Cars.

EYXL Sydney people & lifestyle photographers

Eric Yip is an active lifestyle and portrait photographer based in Singapore and Sydney, Australia. Whether it is working in-studio or on-location, his ability to plan production, execute shoot briefs and complete the cycle with post-production makes the process efficient. 

Making amazing images is always a team effort and thus, one of the key success factors he believes in is a strong collaboration between creatives. This also makes a unique picture.

Clients include JWT, Spafax, Adidas, Changi Airport Group, Singapore Tourism Board, PURE Group, Jabra, Novotel, Bally, Food Co, Outrun Cancer, InSport, McDonald's, and Aftershokz.

Louise Lister Sydney food & drink photographers

Louise Lister is a Sydney-based food and lifestyle photographer with over 20 years' experience in capturing the sights and tastes of the vibrant Australian food scene. The wide range of her work encompasses magazine shoots, cookbooks through to advertising clients.

Louise has a sound understanding of food which enables her to interpret each brief with creativity and confidence. Her philosophy is to find beauty in each product or dish and enhance this feature with the use of natural light and thoughtful styling.

Louise finds it satisfying collaborating with art directors to achieve a vision perfectly suited to a client's needs. She also enjoys being given some freedom to interpret and develop a visual identity for clients. Her knowledge of current trends works well within the medium of new content driven advertising.

A long career within the food and lifestyle industry allows Louise to draw from an array of highly skilled stylists, photo-chef and recipe writers to compliment any project.

Jack Harlem Photography Sydney - Brisbane people & lifestyle photographers

Josh Kelly a.k.a Jack Harlem is a highly sought after portrait, lifestyle and advertising photographer with over 15 years experience creating both meaningful and powerful visual stories. Josh has an amazing ability to capture moments that feel real and authentic. He creates a relaxed vibe on set and everyone feels a part of the process. Josh is based in Australia and available internationally on short notice.  

Josh is represented by Reload + Co, an Australian-based production company, representing a select group of photographers and directors. They specialise in advertising campaign production and offer their expertise across the fields of stills photography and film.  

The Reload + Co team offer both clients and artists alike a wealth of knowledge of the entire industry. Their impressive talent roster, backed by a strong team of producers means they are able to offer clients the very best creative expertise in every aspect of the industry.

Jeff Camden Sydney advertising photographers

Shooting with a considered yet relaxed approach, Jeff has an ability to capture genuine, nuanced moments across any given assignment. He is primarily focused on lifestyle and advertising campaigns across Australia and abroad.

Jeff has a strong portrait portfolio, which includes personalities such as 50 Cent, Ed Sheeran, Alice Cooper, Kim Kardashian and Lily Allen amongst others.

In recent years, Jeff's work has moved towards motion and aerial work, obtaining the necessary approvals to operate drones commercially.

Jeff continues to work for advertising and editorial clients, enjoying the varied nature of the assignments. Recent campaigns include print and aerial content for Toyota, MyFiji, QRL and Queensland Tourism.

Frederic Courbet Sydney car & transportation photographers

Represented by Reload&Co agency, Frederic's work is versatile but precise. Working either in studio or location, Frederic along with his production team achieve the highest client expectations worldwide.

Matt Briggs Sydney Fashion & Beauty Photographers

Matt specialises in creating imagery of people and product across the genres of beauty, fashion, portraiture and lifestyle. In a market saturated with photographers and videographers, Matt draws upon 15 years of professional experience to add value to a client’s campaign.

His love and understanding of the creative process ensures a smooth journey from his involvement in concept and pre-production through to post-production and asset delivery. Matt’s collaborative nature promotes a relaxed set where talent and creatives can perform at their best.

Matt’s editorial style has developed into a fusion of disruptive storytelling with his clean studio sensibility. Matt’s opinion speaks loudest through his use of colour and contrast coupled with a desire to direct unique, spontaneous and authentic performances from his subjects.

Stephen Langdon Auckland ADVERTISING PHOTOGRAPHERS & DIRECTORS

Stephen Langdon is a New Zealand-born photographer and director specialising in portrait often with ‘a touch of disruption or humour’. His impressive body of work includes film and photography campaigns featuring sporting celebrities from teams such as Manchester United and The All Blacks. Advertising campaigns include AdidasNikeNABTrue Religion Jeans USA and Audi.

He is recognised both for his technical expertise and his unconditional commitment to creative detail. This coupled with over twenty years professional experience, makes him one of the most sought after in the industry. 

Stephen’s dedication to creating unique imagery with clever composition and a rich cinematic feel has gained him numerous international awards including multiple Cannes Lions & Axis medals, One Show and D&AD pencils, New York Festivals, Caples, CLIO and International Echo awards.

To see more of Stephen's work head over to his website or Instagram. Stephen is represented by Reload & Smoke.

Bruce Jenkins Wellington travel photographers

With a reputation for capturing the grit, the raw and the passion all in one, Bruce Jenkins has been photographing cars and motorcycles for clients all over the world for the past three decades.

His experience at capturing the mood, the speed and the atmosphere is second to none. Bruce's knowledge of exquisite shoot locations throughout New Zealand and other parts of the world is just as enviable, he also makes great coffee.

Follow him as Bruce Jenkins on LinkedIn or on Instagram.

Chris Searl Sydney advertising photographer & director

Photographer Chris Searl’s biggest strength is in creating imagery that looks effortless and real.

Shooting both motion and stills allows Chris to create cohesive campaigns with the same natural style. The imagery is never fake or over-produced. His signature style is real advertising imagery that is relatable and yet at the same time aspirational.  

Chris has shot global motion and stills campaigns for Corona, Levi’s and Qantas. He has worked with Coke, Apple, Samsung, Virgin, Wrangler, Lee Jeans, Telstra, Budweiser, Coruba, Pepsi, Adidas and many others. 

When he is not on the road shooting he can be found chasing around his two kids at home in the northern beaches of Sydney.

WREN PHOTO Melbourne portrait photographers

Wren is a Melbourne based commercial photographer specialising in portrait and people photography. Along with his technical ability, his curiosity and down to earth nature brings out the best of his subjects. 

His latest body of work explores candid conversational portraits shot within the streets of Melbourne. Each image was an act of intrigue and human connection with strangers going about their day. He was focused on capturing the in-between moments that were subconsciously extracted but also easily lost within their conversations. 

When Wren isn’t photographing personal portraits he is collaborating with agencies and their art directors to create striking advertising material. His recent projects include stills and motion for New Balance, OfficeMax, LK Property Group, Grimshaw and Grand Hyatt Hotels to name a few. 

Chris Kapa Melbourne people & lifestyle photographers

Three decades later, Kapa is still doing what he's always loved.

Born busy, Kapa is a photographer with an inexhaustible store of energy and enthusiasm. His prolific body of work is a testament to his talent and unstoppable drive. Across a raft of style and subject matter, Kapa's passion comes through the lens to deliver distinct shots of impact and inspiration.

Catherine Sutherland Melbourne food & Travel Photographers

Catherine Sutherland is a Melbourne-based photographer, specialising in editorial and lifestyle photography with a portfolio that is particularly strong in food, interiors, and travel. 

Her atmospheric work has been published in Lonely Planet Magazine UK, delicious Magazine, James Halliday Wine Companion Magazine, and Habitus Magazine, amongst others. Recent commercial clients include Pizzini Wines, Vinum in Amphorae and Craft & Co Gin.

Recently returned from assignments in Norway and Mexico City, she is currently photographing an architectural book on kitchen design.

A keen traveller, Catherine is available worldwide.

Manja Wachsmuth Auckland food & drink photographers

Manja Wachsmuth is an award-winning, Danish photographer, based in New Zealand. Having spent the last 20 years in the professional photography industry, shooting editorial and advertising campaigns for clients in Scandinavia, Europe, US, Australia and running her own business in New Zealand, Manja confidently works across the spectrum of photographic challenge.

Manja has established herself as a sought-after food and lifestyle photographer, working with agencies, publishers, lifestyle brands and top chefs.

Her Scandinavian heritage is reflected in her clean and simple style, which is beautifully lit like the long summer nights and sharp winter days of her native Denmark. Manja brings a direct approach and a strong sense of purpose to every shoot.

Her recent personal series, The Bug Project, created with food stylist Fiona Hugues, has earned her a bunch of international awards, as well as open the doors to new and exciting projects.

Sam Thies Brisbane - Sydney - Singapore people & lifestyle photographers

Sam is a passionate storyteller and has been creating engaging imagery for his clients for over 20 years. With production experience in both stills and motion he has successfully delivered campaigns throughout Australia and across the globe. His passion for adventure and the environment has taken him to the tops of mountains and the bottom of the seas, but he is just as comfortable in the studio or wherever the project demands.

Sam likes to work closely with the client and creative team to understand the visual direction to deliver the most suitable aesthetic for the brand.

He has produced work throughout Australia, Asia, The South Pacific, and the UK, and across advertising, travel, documentary, lifestyle, portraiture and jewellery.    

His positive and calm approach makes for an enjoyable experience on set and throughout the production process.

Jeremy Hudson Sydney advertising photographers

Jeremy has spent the last 26 years specialising in shooting food and drinks all over the world. He is well known for his endless creativity, enthusiasm and a total commitment to achieving perfection for his clients. His special talent is clearly seen with his different perspectives on imagery and the way in which he works cooperatively with clients to achieve the very best creative results.

His images are characteristically fresh and dynamic for advertising photography and video. Jeremy is recognised by the industry on an international basis. His clients are based worldwide, from Australia, Asia to the United States and Europe.

Jeremy currently works between the UK and Australia shooting in his London technical drinks studio and beautiful lifestyle drinks campaigns in Australia.

vicki leopold Auckland advertising photographers & directors

Vicki is an award winning photographer-director, originally trained as a press photographer. She spent the first seven years of her career based out of Auckland shooting for a national newspaper and freelancing for magazines. Vicki dedicated these early years to honing her craft shooting people from all walks of life from prison inmates, to musicians and actors, to everyday hardworking folk, to international celebrities, sport stars and politicians.

From photojournalism Vicki then made the move into the advertising arena specialising in crafting emotive, documentary style portraiture campaigns. The move to directing was a natural career progression for Vicki with TVC and brand online campaigns becoming a regular addition to her photography commissions. Her extensive experience capturing spontaneous, authentic moments in life and her ability to create an easy rapport with her subjects makes her a popular choice with creative teams and producers across Australasia.

Client list and campaigns include DDB, Colenso BBDO, M&C Saatchi, Saatchi & Saatchi, Ideaworks, Microsoft, Samsung, Spark,Telstra, BNZ, Commonwealth Bank, Unilever Persil, ANZ Bank, Fonterra, Panadol, Sleepmaker and Pfizer.

Vicki works on personal projects alongside her commercial commissions. Her love of documentary led her to shoot the 'Prison Project' which was part of a group exhibition held in Sydney. She recently completed a documentary series shot inside a cigar factory in New Orleans and is currently working on a new portrait collection for exhibition later in 2020.

David Ross Sydney sports photographers

David is a sports and lifestyle photographer based in Sydney, Australia.

Growing up by the ocean helped push him to photograph high paced, variable subjects in all conditions. Shooting waves and seascapes soon led into other high paced sports and the lifestyles that came with them. 

Mostly booked in the niche Fitness industry, he can cleverly interpret precise movement into images that make you stop scrolling. He is also just as at home in the wilderness or underwater, shooting such diverse subjects keep his work refreshingly honest. 

Available for domestic and international projects.

Jan Glovac Perth car & transportation photographers

Born in Switzerland but moving to Australia at an early age, Jan Glovac always had a love for fast cars and motorbikes. It was only a matter of time before his automotive and creative passions combined to allow him to capture some of the world's most beautiful machinery.

He has a wide skill set that allows him to shoot in any situation and location, whether it be taking advantage of natural light during golden hour or artificial lighting in a dark studio. Whatever the brief, the end result is always one that highlights the beautiful design of the car and portrays it's intended appeal. With his relaxed nature and easy-going personality, Jan is bound to make your next project enjoyable for everyone involved.

In 2020, Jan is looking forward to more lifestyle shoots and expanding his client base by working on bigger campaigns both in Australia and abroad. Get in touch to discuss your ideas for your brand.

Clients include Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Asia-Pacific, MG Motors, Hyundai, Porsche Asia-Pacific, Volvo, Kia, and Isuzu.

Graeme Murray Auckland advertising photographers

Graeme Murray loves creating, his whole career has been in the image industry. After training in professional photography his early days saw him working at one of New Zealand’s top audio/visual production companies. He was responsible for creating, developing and producing product launches for New Zealand's largest corporations, using various types of multimedia from theatrical lighting, to video slide projection and interactive graphics, to set design and - the most fun - pyrotechnics!

The desire to be shooting led him into running his own successful photography business. Graeme now works with clients and agencies on projects that include portraiture, people, lifestyle and sport related to advertising. He takes all his knowledge and experience from previous work in the AV and TV industries into his photography, so dealing with any situation is effortless.

He has a great rapport with clients and the production crew on jobs and goes beyond the norm to make sure the shoot meets and exceeds expectations.

Clients include Red Bull, Adidas, Specialized Bikes USA, Samsung, Wendy's, VW, John Deere, AIG, Ford, Bendon, Ozone, Atomic, Tourism New Zealand and Mac Pac Outdoor Clothing, among others.

Graeme can be found in the studio or shooting outdoors and is also an official Red Bull International Photographer.

Nik Epifanidis Melbourne people & lifestyle photographers

Nik is a Melbourne-based photographer working in portraiture, interiors, lifestyle and more recently beauty and fashion. Although most of his work is based in Melbourne he will consider any project and take any opportunity to travel.

Nik's work focuses on giving form, feel and context to every photography project. He is a photographer who likes to bring fresh ideas and perspective to every project and can execute it within the parameters of any given brief. He is at ease working both in a controlled studio environment as well as dealing with the many unpredictable situations that often present themselves on location shoots.

Nik is always looking to express himself and his creativity through personal projects and only recently had an exhibition of some of his portraiture work titled "Love Hugs & Kisses" as part of Melbournes' Midsumma festival. Midsumma Festival is Australia's premier LGBTQIA+ cultural festival.

Andrew Goldie Tokyo advertising photographers

Goldie is an advertising and editorial photographer and director based between Sydney and Tokyo.

Recently Goldie has shot campaigns for American Express, Guinness, Mastercard and Amazon as well as working editorially with Conde Nast publications.

Goldie utilises a distinctive style with his lighting and approach to many varying subjects. 

Over the years Goldie has moved into shooting motion content, brand films and documentaries and is now sought after for his combination of directing and shooting talents. He combines his skills with people, lighting and his love of landscape photography to capture and produce beautiful scenes with a great story.

Goldie is also an award winning exhibiting artist that spends a great deal of time producing personal works driven by his awe of nature, the universe, our existence and the world's many mysteries.

James Braund Melbourne people & lifestyle photographers

With a background in photojournalism, James Braund’s particular strengths are making extraordinary images through connections with people. He’s worked with a diversity of subjects from all walks of life. In doing so, he’s developed adaptability and creativity under pressure, as well as the ability to quickly connect with subjects.

His exploration of psychology, philosophy and the human condition have given him a deep empathy, understanding and sensitivity with people. He naturally brings these qualities to his work. “Having the technical craft of photography is one thing, but that means nothing if you can’t connect with people, read a mood, be respectful and compassionate," he says. He describes his work as a relaxed collaboration; keenly aware that photography is a surface-based art, he seeks those fleeting moments of authenticity between self-consciousness and artifice.

Today, his sensitivity, flexibility and easy-going yet professional approach mean he is sought after by clients in the advertising, design, editorial, and cultural sectors.

Mark Lapwood ACS Auckland DOPs/ advertising & commercials

Mark Lapwood ACS has over 25 years’ experience filming TV commercials, music videos, documentaries and feature films around the globe. He’s highly skilled in studio and location shoots, often collaborating in many languages and cultures, with both large and small crews.

Mark particularly has a strong eye for natural beauty in landscapes, architecture and people. His clients include Adidas, Toyota, Lexus, AMP and Yamaha and he’s been trusted with tourism campaigns for China, South Korea, India and New Zealand.

Mark’s work covers a range of styles and disciplines from bright, aspirational lifestyle pieces, to compelling, moody and dramatic scenes. He is represented by Angela Hovey at Dusty Road, Auckland and is available to international clients ex Auckland for work in New Zealand and around the world.

Daniel Sian Auckland creative post production

Daniel Sian is a Brazilian CG artist and creative retoucher and has been working in the advertising industry for over 10 years, with clients in Brazil, Peru, the USA, Dubai, and New Zealand.

In this period he has been improving techniques for creating, manipulating and composing images of the most varied levels of complexity, with an artistic look and attention to the smallest details. 

As advertising has no limits in the creative field, the artist is invariably pushed to its technical and artistic limits, since each new work is always based on a new idea, which can be anything and therefore quite challenging. Because of this, he has developed skills at all stages of CGI/ retouching production, from concept to post-production.

Visit his website to see more works.