portugal Jun 2015

Born in New York to Portuguese parents, João Carlos is an advertising, fashion and portrait photographer and director of photography. His artistic explorations began with painting and fine arts, which led him to study at Ar.co Institute of Art and Visual Communication in Lisbon, Portugal.

In 2001, João won the Hasselblad Masters Award, a prestigious recognition in the industry that honours the best in both established and rising photographic talent.

João is a member of SanDisk Extreme Team, Westcott Top Pro, Koylab Ambassador, 3 Legged Thing Pro and member of the G Technology G  Team. He also belongs to the Federation of European photographers (FEP).

João currently works out of his Lisbon studio, travelling worldwide for assignments.

Joel Bessa is a young photographer who demonstrates extreme professionalism and commitment to his work. Based in Oporto, he holds a degree in Cinema and debuted in the world of photography learning from experienced specialists in advertising and fashion.

It didn't take him long to start working with advertising agencies, fashion brands and designers, shooting national and international campaigns as well as catalogues and fashion editorials. Joel and his team are comfortable managing all aspects of a photo shoot anywhere in the world, from pre- to post production, in the studio or on location.

Contact Joel direct to gain a deeper knowledge of his work and philosophy.

Vasco Estrelado is a professional photographer who found in photography his vocation.

Vasco is a self-trained artist with a strong level of self dedication and online formation with the biggest names in the industry. Additionally, he has trained a significant number of beginners in his digital photography workshops and on YouTube, where his channel 'Fotosbycaco' was recently renamed 'Vasco Estrelado'.

Based in Lisbon, Vasco delivers full service, from pre-prodution to final post-prodution across various areas. His expertise is in automotive photography and environmental portraits, but he also works in real estate and commercial photography.

It's been another busy year for Gaby Corrêa Productions with simultaneous productions ongoing since January.

Here's a snapshot of its latest work:

Mazda CX3 & M6:
Photographer: Heckl&Mennemann
Photo Agent: Severin Wendeler
Art Director : Danyel Kassner
Art Buying: JWT Germany | Anja Gjaldbaek
Production Company : Gaby Corrêa Productions

To see more work, please visit Gaby Corrêa Productions' website.

Artists Group, also now known as AG Films Lda, would like to thank its clients for a great start to the year. With over 10 jobs in the first quarter and renovation of the new offices in Lisbon now complete, the company is ready to work!

Contact Artists Group directly for all types of projects.

Ready to Shoot is a boutique production service company operating since 2000.

"We don’t undertake three jobs at a time, prefering to give personal treatment to each job and building a trusting relationship with our clients based on excellence and expertise."

Clients come from all over the world. Visit the website for more information.

Story (formerly The Lift) has been at the forefront of the production industry for nearly 14 years.

Founded in Barcelona in 2001 and now with offices in Madrid, Mexico City and Lisbon, the team feels equally at home working across Spain, the Balearic and Canary Islands as it does throughout Mexico and Portugal.

With a wealth of experience, the company brings a friendly and collaborative approach to all the production stages of a job, supplying the best crew and expertise to pre-empt all eventualities or any bumps that might occur along the way.

"We approach every new assignment as a new Story."

Production Services Portugal is a leading player in production services, creating amazing experiences for the international community film and stills.

The ability to balance smart planning and logistics lies at the heart of PSP's renowned capability when it comes to high-end, logistically challenging spots. Clients seek out PSP for large-scale jobs that have to be shot internationally but also due to its capacity to find creative solutions. When working with visiting collaborators, PSP's local knowledge and experience with international teams keeps the production running smoothly.

"When in need of a quick location change, it really helps to know the place and the people like the back of your hand. We give film-makers amazing local production conditions, flexibility and a trustworthy partnership - probably one of the reasons why our clients keep coming back to us. We believe that happy people work harder and with better results!"

Based in Lisbon and specialised in video, photography and online communication, Screen Miguel Nabinho directs, edits and post-produces the best means for a company to communicate. "Just share your needs with us and we'll find you the best solution for your business."

Aside from the creative part, Screen Miguel Nabinho also rents the best and most varied cinema and photography equipment, along with two studios that are available for events, castings or shoots of all description.

Clients include MEO, Novo Banco, Rádio Comercial, Fundação EDP, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, EY and Nintendo.

Old Dogs provides all aspects of on-location management, with services including - but not limited to - budgeting, creative scouting, professional castings, hiring multilingual crew and production vehicles, customs clearance, permits, travel planning, invoicing, photo assistants, prop masters, photo equipment rental, hair and make-up artists, courriers and catering for small to large scale productions.

"Come and see the Algarve's natural beauty combined with its cultural and architectural variety, offering a wide range of different locations types from pristine beaches and islands with luxury houses to colonial villas and mountains. A warm climate throughout the year, a coastline of splendid beaches bathed by the Atlantic, and all types of locations make this region perfect for all projects."

Spiritus Digital Work is a retouching atelier for post-production processing, manipulation and image printing services. Using the latest technology based on the Apple platform, it works with both the advertising market as well as authors, photographers and artists. Spiritus Digital Work has a thorough understanding of the personal needs of each client.

By combining the vision of its clients with the most modern resources and knowledge in the digital area, Spiritus Digital Work is able to achieve the best result for every project.

"A meticulous work of interpretation is the foundation of everything we do."

Visit the website for more information.

Ricardo Aço was born in the Azores, on Pico Island, in 1991. He graduated in Lisbon, where he continues to live today, with a degree in Communication Design.

At the age of 20, he started as a production assistant and today, Ricardo works as a stylist for various media. Between fashion editorials, campaigns and catalogs, he is a personal celebrity stylist.

He is now also responsible for the imaging department of the Elite Lisbon modeling agency.

Miguel Stapleton was born in Lisbon, Portugal. Having an early interest in photography, he started doing make-up at 16 on his friends when they asked him to take their photograph and soon enough this became his primary interest.

At 18, he started doing make-up for photoshoots and brides in parallel while attending college. Today, Miguel works as a full-time make-up artist in photography, television, bridal work and other private clients.

Inspira Santa Marta Hotel is a hidden gem located in the centre of Lisbon. Behind a classical faced graced with wrought iron balconies lies an impressive wooden-lined lobby that bathes in volume and natural light.

89 rooms and suites are spread over four floors. Ensuring unique and memorable experiences, the hotel has created five categories inspired by the elements of traditional Chinese culture: Earth, Water, Fire, Metal and Wood.

Its comfortable modern rooms include everything from Wi-Fi Internet access to Nespresso machines and a range of Fair Trade teas. The hotel offers an open kitchen concept restaurant with a Mediterranean menu, using fresh ingredients locally produced and as often as possible, purchased through the Fair Trade system.

At the Retreat SPA, guests can relax in the sauna, stream room or Jacuzzi as well as in one of six treatment rooms conceived to help relax body and mind. The gym has sophisticated work out machines housed in a contemporary and dynamic setting.

Palacio Belmonte is about views, volumes, light, colours, privacy, an attitude and a lifestyle. Six years of renovation have given this XV Century palace a new splendour and elegance, making it one of the highlights of Lisbon and a little gem of the World.

A tranquil Heaven at the top of a historic hill, just 10 minutes away from busy life, 10 suites with distinctive character blend historic architectural features with comfort and contemporary design. Stunning terraces afford breath-taking views and discreet staff offer the best in service.

"One of those enchanting places where you feel home away from home."

Slow Mood, with its fully online 'bookable' warehouse for props and technical production equipment, takes advantage of being the only prop house in Portugal with a website and an ever-growing search of clients, brands and production companies to produce in Lisbon and Portugal.

Having mainly domestic companies, photographers and art department directors working with their services, Slow Mood prides itself on supplying the biggest production companies in Portugal.

Production clients include PSP - Production Service Portugal, Page International Services, MIL - Made in Lisbon, AG Films - Artists Group, Arizona Filmes, Soulkitchen, Claimsucess, Story: We produce, Endemol Portugal, Gabrielle Correa Productions, Ready to Shoot, Filmes do Tejo, Krypton, Molotov Group, Bulldozer and more.

Carapau Productions offers to rent a wide range of tools and equipment from a variety of prestigious brands. It also provides different services and technical support to photography and cinema productions.

The experienced team also aims to be on-hand to offer assistance with whatever may be required to ensure a successful production. Carapau Productions can therefore respond to all types of situation, either through partners or by hiring the right professionals and additional services.

Headquartered in Loulé and with partners in Lisbon, the company is available across Portugal for whatever is needed.

PG Photographicas is highly experienced in working with international teams and responding to different challenges for every type of project. The range of available equipment includes the most established brands:

• Flash - Profoto 8a, B1 500 AirTTL, B2 250 AirTTl, B3 - B4.
• Light shaping tools.
• HMI/Tungsten - Briese,  Arri, Kino Flo.
• Reflectors - Sunbounce, Westcott, Profoto.
• Digital - Canon, Phase One, Hasselblad, Apple.
• Video - Marshall, Zacuto, Manfrotto.
• Production - Magliner, E-Z Up, Foldit, iWorkCase.
• Grip - Manfrotto, Avenger, Gitzo.
• Special - UK Underwater Housing, Jet Stream.

The experienced PG team operates long business hours and also provides a 24/7 emergency service. Equipment is supplied on location, direct to the studio, hotel, or wherever it is needed.