spain Jan 2015

Mamma Team celebrates 10 years of consistent growth and commercial success, being one of Spain's leading production service companies for TV commercials and stills. With offices in Barcelona, Madrid and Mallorca the team covers shoots all over Spain, including the Balearic and Canary Islands.

• Some of the latest work from the Stills Department includes Jimmy Choo by Txema Yeste, Numero editorial by Txema Yeste, Adidas by Carles Carabí, AMG by Marc Trautmann, and Seat by Rene Staud.

• Some of the latest work from the Film Department includes Opel directed by Cyril Guyot (Tempomedia), Mercedes directed by Marc Schölermann (Markenfilm), BMW directed by Marco Gentile (Rabbicorn), Hershey's directed by John Dolan (Partizan USA), Opel directed by Anders Hallberg (Tempomedia), Audi Quattro directed by Jan Wentz (Markenfilm), and Lays by Bastian Glaessner (Tony Petersen Film).

BMW and Serviceplan asked Conrad Piepenburg to take the new pictures of the BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M. The shoot happened in Colorado USA, a road trip among race tracks and high mountains, making it quite a nice challenge. Production: Image Nation.

The new edition of the Volkswagen Taktik Club & Lounge campaign, involving Grabarz und Partner and Thomas Strogalski has also been launched recently. Production: Image Nation.

The A Klasse Mercedes has been shot by Uli Heckmann. Agency: Jung von
Matt/Basis GmbH. Production: Image Nation.

The brand new SEAT Leon and SEAT Leon X-Perience were illustrated by Uli
Heckmann and Hello Lola. Production: Image Nation.

The new KIA Soul has also been shot in Barcelona. Agency: Innocean Worldwide.
Photographer: Mert. Production: Image Nation.

Musaranya is an advertising production company in Barcelona specialised in film, photo and CGI projects. The company's book and reel demonstrate specialist knowledge on cars, interiors, kids, fashion, food, underwater, healthcare, and service industry advertising.

Musaranya works for the likes of Seat, Volkswagen, Jané, PlanetaDeAgostini, Bacardi and Nestlé providing camera and extensive lighting equipment in a private 300 m² studio that features a 10m x 10m remote controlled floating ceiling for light reflection (specially designed for car shoots), heating for kids and model shoots, and an exclusive pool for underwater film and photo productions. The pool is situated in a sunny location with a water heating system up to 27 ºC and a dry moat for cameras with windows at deep water and mid-water levels.

Musaranya's rental service also offers professional equipment with a top-of-the-range film and photo studio suitable for every type of production.

Joan Cuní Producer provides production services for photo shootings around Spain to photographers, production companies, advertising agencies, photographer agents, editorials as well as to direct clients.

Whatever the briefing, no matter the size of the project or the budget, the company gives quality support with tailored cost-effective solutions and is focused to work with international clients since it was established 15 years ago with reliability, commitment and enthusiasm for what they do.

Recent projects include:

• Skoda Auto: 4x4 Range campaign. Czech Republic.
• Kaspersky Lab: Cybersecurity experts portraits. Russia.
• BMW Group: R1200R world-wide press kit images. Germany.
• BMW Group: R NineT world-wide press kit images. Germany.
• Skoda Auto: Yeti accessories catalog. Czech Republic.

Team Works Production keeps working hard to help brands, directors, photographers and agencies from all over the world come to Spain to bring their ideas into reality.

The company is a leading production service house in Spain, specialised in car and celebrity projects and proved expertise in fashion photo shooting, TV content, food advertising and many more.

Renowned brands such as Clear, Adidas, Samsung, Kia, Renault, Hyundai, Honda, FIFA and many more have trusted the Team Works Productions. 

"Contact us to meet our enthusiastic team, and let us guide you through Spain. Amazing locations and production values are no secret to us."

Eduardo Díaz Bourgeot is an advertising photographer known worldwide for the aesthetic of his photographs. His own personal style of photography combined with unique retouching skills creates very special images that he is known to adapt to clients' needs as well as to the 'personality' of the product he is shooting.

A winner of numerous photography awards and accolades, over the last four years Eduardo has received five Lux Awards and three One Eyeland Awards, among others.

Eduardo gives his photographs a certain spark that makes them magical, permitting him to quickly transmit the message for which they were created.

Fashion photographer Eduardo Miera lives between Madrid and Barcelona. He studied academically in Barcelona and London where he began his professional career, prior to which he lived in New York where he worked with photographers including James Salzano, Erica Berger, Ben Hoffman and Andrew Eccles, to name a few. This is where he defined his preference for fashion photography.

Back in Barcelona he continued as an assistant to photographers such as Txema Yeste, Xevi Muntané, Nico and Leila Mendez until he became assistant to Sergi Pons for five years before beginning his own solo career. With over 11 years of professional experience, Eduardo's domain is characterised by exquisite lighting and an impeccable direction of work.

Editorial clients include Vogue Spain, SMOD, Woman, Harper's Bazaar Kazakhstan, Cosmopolitan Arm, View Of The Times, Vanidad and J'N'C Magazine. Clients include Stradivarius, Nivea France, ING France, Gillette, Otaduy and 1 & 1.

Born in Madrid in 1973, Alejandro Iglesia first started in photography at the age of 16. When he was 18, he began studying renowned photographers. In 1999, Alejandro opened his first personal study that highlighted his work in the field of still life and fashion photography. He has since worked with major national publications and has become a leader in the national advertising scene.

He has also pursued a career in teaching, lecturing at major schools and universities such as the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, the Eftiacademy, where he created the first course in advertising photography, and the TAI academy.

Alejandro is currently working with leading advertising agencies such as Ogilvy, Publicis, D6, Communicate, Young & Rubicam, Double You, and more.

Latest work by photographer Fernando Alonso includes fashion campaigns for El Corte Ingles, Van-Dos, Laura Bernal, Privée, Tonala and Querdani.

Visit his website for more information.

Tomás de la Fuente was born in Madrid in 1980. His passion for both motion and still images has been with him since childhood.

Tomás studied advertising and public relations at Madrid's Complutense University. After trying his hand at film direction in New York, he settled on still images and began his approach to professional photography by assisting in London and Madrid. He became a freelance photographer in 2007, shooting fashion, portraits and advertising.

Visit his website for more information.

Hans Geel is a Dutch photographer based in Barcelona who specialises in food photography. His style combines the Dutch aim for perfection with strong Mediterranean influences. Each of his images recreates a moment with its own atmosphere and balanced colours.

Angela García is a food stylist and editor. She gives each image its special ambiance. With an impecable presentation of dishes and a beautiful set-up, she has an extensive knowledge of the origins of ingredients, their conservation, their preparation and their presentation.

Corina Landa is a Barcelona-based commercial and editorial photographer specialising in food and drink, still life and portraits. Corina's work has been seen in magazines worldwide including Vogue, Elle and AR as well as in specialised pastry publications such as So Good, Dulcypas and PãstryRevolution.

She recently photographed the spring/summer advertising campaign for Lola Cruz Shoes and has participated in former El Bulli pastry chef Oriol Balaguer’s new book, due for publication by Vilbo Publishers this spring.

Corina has worked for a variety of direct and indirect clients including Lupo, Swarovski, Hornimans, PanRico, Lola Cruz and international publishers like Planeta DeAgostini, Vilbo and Montagud.

Luis Cerdeira is a Spain-based photographer who specialises in corporate, industrial and architecture photography. His work is frequently featured in annual reports, commercial brochures, corporate websites and corporate magazines.

He works quickly and efficiently, completing complex shoots with minimal disruption when photographing people at their work. He also stays in time and on budget bringing back useful and striking images to his clients. His easygoing approach enables him to get the best out of any situation both editorial and corporate assignments.

Recent clients include Applus+, Sener Engineering and Systems, Tragsa Group, Inbisa Group, General Directorate of Civil Protection, Dircom, and the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

Jochen Schmoll is a director and cinematographer based in Barcelona and Stuttgart, Germany. Besides his love for telling a story in documentaries or creating one via commercials, his  passion has always been outdoor sports.

That being said it was easy from the start of his career in the audiovisual industry to build his own niche as an extreme sports DOP and director for international brands such as Red Bull and Jack Wolfskin.

Having lived in Mexico, France, South Africa and now in Barcelona has also helped him build up his language skills and his ability to handle different work environments.

Frankie Galaxy Production Services SC provides the finest service for photo, film and video production. Specialised in working with leading professionals and freelancers from around the globe, the company is based in Andalucia, southern Spain yet also has expertise in locations including Mauritius, the Seychelles and Morocco.

With no ATA carnets, short travel distances within Europe, fantastic weather and highly professional infrastructure, the company opens the door to photo productions, video and film in southern Spain. From the Almeria desert to the coast of Cadiz, from the Costa del Sol to the Sierra Nevada, the company has it covered, providing a personalised service and tailored budgets.

Latest work includes:

• BMW Magazine and Octane featuring the i8 and M8 in Seville and Sierra de Aracena.
• Allianz at the Formula One race track in Jerez de la Frontera.
• 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' in Palma de Mallorca.
• RTE Television, Ireland, crime drama 'Love Hate' in Marbella.
• Elle magazine in Marbella.
• ESPRIT home shoot in Almeria in co-operation with A.L.S. (Almeria Location Scout) and Shoot Outside.

Located in the heart of Madrid in a unique warehouse, Camera-Studio is Madrid's premier full service photographic studio and equipment rental centre for both in-studio and on-location productions.

Camera-Studio benefits from its great location on a quiet courtyard ensuring total privacy for productions. The company has a complete inventory of photo and video equipment and is conveniently located at ground level, offering drive-in access. In-house equipment includes Broncolor, Profoto, Phase One, Mamiya, Hasselblad, Canon, Digital backs, Arri and Kin-flo. The 600 m² workspace is divided into two studios, each with unique characteristics:

• Studio I features a 15.5 x 8.5 m kitchen, a 6.50 x 3.70 x 5.50 m cyclorama , hair and make-up area, 22.000W air conditioning and heating, Apple 27”, and Airport.
• Studio II is mainly used for daylight shoots (blackout possible with curtains). It features a 12.5 x 8.5 m room, a giant 10 x 7m²  daylight roof, 7 x 3.70 x 5 m cornered cyclorama, kitchen, 18.000W air conditioning and heating, Apple 27", and Airport.

Other features include: a client lounge with sound system, three-phase power, Wi-Fi internet, private parking, catering, highly experienced staff prepared to execute any production no matter how complex, digital operators, casting services, post-production, colour and video editing services, and high-speed file transfer.

A stunning daylight studio right in the centre of Barcelona, Tuset Studio is the penthouse loft of a landmark building in this prestigious location.

Surrounded by all manner of services and facilities, Tuset Studio has an open space with a main working area of 350 m², with adjustable natural light, cyclorama, a client area, fully equipped kitchen, a 35 m² dressing and make-up room, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and heating, as well as a full bathroom with shower. There is direct access to the main door for deliveries along with free parking.

Tuset Studio provides 24/7 access to the latest equipment from top brands and gives easy access to allow clients to download their own cost estimates direct from the website. The company also provides transport for external shoots, catering and assistants, and will endeavour to provide clients with everything they need for any type of production.

Addict Studios is a professional studio and camera equipment rental company supplying the best brands. Located in Madrid's city centre, the company also offers more than 550m² of studio rental space with  drive-in access. It's the only official Spanish supplier of the new Phase One IQ280 with Mamiya 645+.

Addict Studios is the largest open and unobstructed studio in Madrid, providing maximum support to professional photographers, agencies and magazines in their productions.

Addict Studios is always at the forefront, with the latest Profoto, Phase One, Mamiya, Hasselblad, Canon, Apple, Eizo and any other new products like new Profoto B1.

2014 campaigns include: Adidas, Real Madrid, Nike, Samsung, FC Barcelona, Gillette, Cruzcampo, Cortefiel, Nissan, Mercedes Benz, Pedro Del Hierro, Tous, Antonio Miro, Acosta, Movistar, Telefonica, Orange, Vodafone, Bimbo, Turismo Madrid, Ausonia, AECC, Fruttare, Unilever,  Frenadol, Refresh Shoes, Ikea, El Niño (Film), Microsoft, TRESemme Spot, FIBA (Basketball World Championship), Canary Islands Tourism.

Magazines: Neo2, Glamour, Vogue, Grazia Italy - Spain, Vanidad, View of the times, Fuera de Serie, Yodona, Smoda, Arte de Vivir and Avenue.

Celebrities in Addict Studios: Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi, Eva Mendes, Viggo Mortensen, Elijah Wood, Pau Gasol, Fernando Alonso, Penelope Cruz, Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Xavi, Iniesta, Villa, Mourinho, Bale, Luis Tosar, etc.

Visit the new website for more information and follow the company on twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

711rent is Europe's leading photo and film equipment rental house with branches in Hamburg, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Paris, Barcelona and Mallorca. All offices are conveniently found in easily accessible city centre locations.

711rent Barcelona is already known for its wide range of Briese Flash, daylight and tungsten umbrellas. These, together with Arri and Profoto daylight complete with LED systems, make for perfect film set lighting. Its in-house daylight studio is a perfect place to work in Barcelona's favourite "22@" area.

711rent Mallorca also carries all lights for projects on location or in the central studio located next door. It's not just a back-up for production on the island - the studio is fully equipped with lighting and camera systems. Request more information at any 711rent shop or use the website form and pick up at any location.

Recent additions include Profoto B1 off camera flash, Briese T4 (4KW HMI) modules, Briese H5 (5KW tungsten) modules, the brand new Briese 115 umbrella, and additional Broncolor Move battery-powered generators for short flash duration on location.

Light Rental Canarias offers photo assistants, lighting and photographic equipment to professionals of photography. It also handles advertising, catalogue, editorial, commercial or cars photography on the Canary islands.

Light Rental Canarias provides equipment to producers and photographers who come to do their photo-shoots in the Canary Islands.

Recent projects include Missoni, Time Magazine, Kenzo, Biotherm, Avon, Mercedes Benz, Hermés, Carolina Herrera, Porsche, among others.

Light Rental Canarias is located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, but  can cover projects in any of the islands. The team takes care of transportation, logistics, and the collection of equipment on the set.

The company works with new and professional photographic equipment: Profoto, Phase one, Gitzo California Sunbounce, Canon, Arri,  Avenger, etc.

"Have a look at the equipment list to know more."

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Asociación de Fotógrafos Profesionales de España - AFPE (Profesional Photographer's Association of Spain) continues to promote excellence and provide quality services to its members as well as defend the collective interests of professional photographers.

Some of the most acclaimed photographers are long standing members of the AFPE as well as young up and coming photographers. The AFPE promotes the work of its members, represents their interests and informs agencies, government bodies and the general public about the cultural importance of photography.

This is reflected prominently through the LUX Professional Photography Awards, which in 2012 celebrated its 20th anniversary.

"Visit the association's "Find a Photographer Page" to locate one for your next production in Spain."