"My name is Demetrius Philp, Jamaican born. A photographer that specialises in portraiture with the common aesthetics of editorial, celebrity, lifestyle and fine art. I work in California, travel when needed.

I pride myself in creating imagery that conveys the essence of a person, tapping into their humility and vulnerability to draw out their true authenticity. This is what I call the essence of individuality. I am constantly pushing myself and the medium to curate images that speak volumes and spark conversation.

I proudly bring my culture with me to each set I step on in an effort to expand the world of imagery as it continues to grasp the idea that we, Black creatives and talents have something important to offer.

In my photographs, I seek to share feelings, communicate moods and vibes, and present the world through the lens of Black artistry."

C2 Studio is a custom-built film and photography studio located in Los Angeles. Stage 1 offers the only 60’ three-wall cyc in Los Angeles that features a flush mount 20’ computer-controlled automotive turntable and available 10' x 40' DMX controlled RGBW LED lightbox.

The studio was designed and built by automotive shooter Joe Carlson and the stage is a favorite of some of the industry’s top photographers and directors from the US, Europe and Asia. C2’s location and secure access makes it perfect for any project requiring security and privacy. In addition to confidential vehicle and product shoots the studio has hosted numerous celebrity shoots, where privacy is a top concern.

A second studio is available for tabletop, inserts and sets. Stage 2 can also be used to stage product and storage of up to 12 vehicles.

For client comfort, C2 is fully air conditioned and offers fiber wi-fi, EV charging, full kitchen, comfortable lounge, make-up room and conference area. Lighting, grip and digital equipment are also available. The studio has 800 amps of easily accessible power.

C2 Studio offers a personal level of service not found at many other stages.

"Our goal is to make your project run as smoothly as possible."

2022 is proving to be another year of growth and expansion for Nathan. This Showcase features Acura taking on the 100th running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, the press launch of the Toyota Sequoia, and images for the redesigned QS Partners website.

Nathan is a photographer specialising in automotive and aerospace photography, capturing and presenting the motion and emotion they possess. His home base of Denver, Colorado, provides close proximity to mountains and outdoor adventure, which translates to the natural feel of his work.

Check out more of his work on Instagram or his portfolio website.

''Hi, I'm Laura Barisonzi, Los Angeles and New York photographer and director who strives to capture natural action and genuine emotion. My style is based on the beauty of real people and natural movement rather than stiff poses. You will find my team on set in constant movement, working to capture fleeting moments and dramatic light with technical precision.  I am a nerd for lighting and cameras and am constantly testing and coming up with new technical approaches. 

Cycling, running, climbing, swimming, and getting lost abroad help me have the energy to keep the production at full speed for every one of those 14 hour days on set. My passion for locations, gear, casting, retouching, and production means we will put years of experience and planning into every element of your shoot. I studied at Brown University and RISD. I have lived in New York City for the last 15 years.   

I am represented by Paula Gren of The Gren Group.''

Commercial clients have included: Adidas, Bud Light, Brooklyn Brewery, Brooks Running, Canon, Cartier, CBS, Cole Haan, Dove, Equinox, Exos, Gap, Google, Heineken, Hilton, Hulu, iFit, Logitech, MTV, Nationwide Insurance, New Balance, NFL, NYU, Poland Spring, PwC, Red Bull, Reebok, TD Ameritrade, Toyota, UPS, Zipcar.

Welcome to Showcase New York, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading creatives and companies working out of New York.

More creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production are available in our New York Photo and Film directories.

Brands and publications including Smirnoff, JC Penny, Coca-Cola, Netflix, JBL, Nespresso, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Don't miss our recommended events:

• From 15th to 30th July, The New York Asian Film Foundation and Film at Lincoln Center will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the New York Asian Film Festival, with a lineup that will include world, international, North American, U.S., and New York premieres.
• Hauser & Wirth presents a curated selection of Cindy Sherman’s most powerful and enigmatic bodies of work in her first major solo exhibition with the gallery on view at 69th street - until 29th July.
• More than a dozen veteran conflict photographers will show their work in a benefit exhibition, URGENCY! Ukraine, opening at the Bronx Documentary Center on June 22, on view until 7th July.

Our cover image was shot by Lucila Blumencweig.

The duo of creatives behind CiNava, Angel Cintron and Stephen Nava, have been prized for their highly produced editorial images that are creative, edgy, artistic, fresh, and often drawn from their own environment. Taking concept to final imagery that not only tells the story, but demands your attention, they collaborate beside incredible talents in their field to capture the true interpretation of unique vision and to inspire their message. 

CiNava specialises in capturing fashion, editorial and celebrities in high-end print fashion magazines and webitorials; they stretch their limits and incorporate new ideas. By exploring the sexy, raw, and edgy side of fashion they generalise their conceptual connotation of the theme.

CiNava is compelled to translate their own true feelings while behind the camera. Both from the Mid-West, they bring their own creative vision and deep understanding of today’s fashion.

David Giesbrecht is a NYC-based fashion and lifestyle photographer.

Though based in in New York City, he has worked on many projects along the East Coast of the United States for clients like Netflix, Apple, Sony and NBC Universal to name a few. 

His work has been published in The New York Times, Vanity Fair, and Entertainment Weekly.  

Paul O. Colliton Studio is a unique penthouse location in the heart of Manhattan. Photographers love the location due to its five separate rooftops with 360° views of the city.    

The interior of the studio has 1500 square feet of space with nine-foot ceilings and windows to the south and west. If unusual interiors are required, the studio also has a water tank room, an elevator motor room, a back staircase and a balcony with a wrought iron railing.  

The studio is fully equipped with backdrops and all of the grip that goes with them. Facilities include a large bathroom and shower, WiFi and client computer.

With summer finally arriving, this means shooting for the holiday season has begun! 

Now more than ever, new food and drink content still needs to be created (customers are spending more on experiences, finally feel like they can have those parties, and are traveling more too). So let's capture something that will tell a story and highlight the appetite appeal of the product.

Photographer and director Brent Herrig can help. Based in New York and London, Brent supports in-house design for brands and agency clients to achieve stress-free productions that hit the brief.

"We are excited to work with you and your team as soon as in a few weeks or next quarter. Either way, let's all push forward and make tomorrow together."

Some of Brent's recent clients, including Shake Shack, Pepsi, and Diageo, rely on Brent to capture their vision of food, drinks, and products in the most collaborative, efficient way possible.

What can Brent help you with? Contact him directly to talk about your next project.

"HCR is a boutique, full service agency that delivers the flexibility, agility and personal touch that our clients and artists have come to expect from Holly Corbett.

With a 20-year transatlantic career working as a photography and styling agent in both London and New York, Holly Corbett has amassed a wealth of knowledge and experience which underpin the core values of HCR.

After building an entire division from the ground up at Bernstein & Andriulli, NY Holly Corbett took the inevitable step and created her own vision based on what both her clients and artists really need.

HCR strives to work with imagination, with creative sensibility and business know-how so all our clients experience a deeply rewarding and long-term relationship with us.

We help produce truly unique, memorable and tailored solutions. If you are a client or an artist looking to be truly listened to, need the know-how but don’t want to be a cog in the corporate machine, then HCR is the agency for you."