This talented fashion photographer is emerging very fast.

He now works from his own studio in the heart of Lisbon and projects this year include a powerful beauty campaign, among others.

ModaLisboa presents 'The Fashion & Must Haves Showroom' - the business space where industry professionals can meet the creators of fashion collections and lifestyle products. This event is the meeting point for the most prominent commercial national and international names.

The creative and cultural mix is the event's essential reality, as evidenced by the dynamic cultural happenings realised in tandem with the occasion.

One of these is the annual cycle of conferences, held in partnership with University's School of Architecture, which reflect on fashion. Another example is the ever-increasing attention paid to the young designers who are part of the LAB project.

PSP specialises in helping producers, directors and photographers achieve their production needs in Portugal, Azores and Madeira.

PSP customers say the company offers a highly professional, experienced bilingual environment.

Its focus is on high-end film and photography - locations, casting, production, development, telecine, with expertise in TV commercials and photography production.

The company just finished the film and photo production for new spring/summer campaign for fashion brand Reserved to be launch in 9 European countries - client LPP, director Tomek Nalewajek and photographer Artur Wesolowski found 'amazing locations, professionalism and yet a relaxed environment'.

Lisbon, Paris and Hamburg are the cities where Sérgio Matos is constantly working.

In Portugal, his work can be seen in some of the best-known fashion magazines such as ELLE and HAPPY.

Farol Design Hotel has been described as 'a daring architectural product creating the perfect interface between the 19th and the 21st centuries, with contemporary design and comfort'.

Located on the oceanfront right next to the marina and Boca-do-Inferno this is a unique experience on the Lisbon Coast (20 minutes from the beautiful capital). The remodelled 19th-century mansion has been uniquely combined with a new infrastructure built in a contemporary design, resulting in a harmonious 'bridge in time'.

Features include: fine Mediterranean-fusion cuisine with the best ocean view in the Estoril Coast, chill-out bar, outdoor Menta Bar, two esplanades, saltwater swimming pool just by the ocean and internet access in all areas. All rooms have hydro-massage bathtub, air conditioning and great views of the ocean.

In the surrounding area, there are miles of fine sandy beaches (ideal for both surf and windsurf), more than six top golf courses, tennis courts, hippodrome, Europe's largest casino; Sintra mountain range and village, water activities available at a first class marina (next door); Estoril car racing track and for a night club within walking distance.

Welcome to the summer issue of Showcase Lisbon, where it is always a good time for productions. And now, in high season, all the companies we feature here are reporting a busy time.

Beautiful locations, excellent light and good weather are factors that make Lisbon and the whole of Portugal an ideal place for productions. For a full directory of the best visual media companies, visit www.productionparadise.com.

Musically, Lisbon attracts big names - the Rolling Stones will be playing on 25 June at the Estadio de Alvalade and the Super Bock Festival (28 June to 5 July) will be hosting bands and musicians such as Stone Sour, Maximo Park, Scissor Sisters, Underworld, Arcade Fire and many others.

Once again, Sergio Matos is our choice for cover photo - from an editorial for Happy Magazine.

The photos here are taken from a series depicting 'Adriana - waiting for the unknown, but knowing that her place is there...'. 

Shot by photographer Pedro Pacheco, the series appeared in a fashion editorial for DIF magazine in April.

The shoot was produced by Conforto Moderno, and involved the collaboration of Filipa Penteado (styling), Sandra Pinheiro (make-up), Miguel Teixeira (hair & make-up), Ricardo Paulino (postproduction) and the model herself Adriana (Loft Models).

To help create this romantic story, a beautiful location was chosen. The whole shoot was enhanced by what the photographer describes as 'a magic natural light'...

You can contact Pedro directly via email.

Fashion photographer António Gamito is based in Lisbon. He spends a lot of time travelling the world, expanding his talents on travel and lifestyle photography.

His diary is fully booked with projects, which take him to locations all over the globe.

When asked about his approach, he says, 'my adventurous spirit means that I always go the extra mile for the perfect shoot'.

His portfolio includes fashion magazines/clients, advertising  and Portuguese celebrities.

Latest projects from Artists Group include:

Beeline, Russia's largest communications network, chose Portugal as the location to film the launch of their new GPS system. Directed by Justin Klarenbeck and produced by Marilyn Alexander for Artists Group.

Samsung, from another Russian client, filmed once again in Lisbon. Directed by Steve Walker and produced by Silvia Reis for Artists group.

BMW, a co-production with partner Cape Town Productions. Hewlett Packard through Creative Advertising in USA, produced by James Dubec for Artists Group.

T-Mobile Germany, with photographer Ivo Von Renner. Produced by James Dubec for Artists Group.

Clarks Shoes, with a British photographer, produced by Ed Holmes for Artists Group.

Anthropology (USA) with photographer Roland Bello, produced by Ed Holmes for Artists Group, with Nigel Swann (Swann Productions, Ireland).

Lisbon-based production company, check the gate, has multilingual staff, including English-speaking crews and they offer a wide range of services, including the following:

• Budgeting & Scheduling
• Location Database
• Location Scouting & Permits
• Casting & Talent Buyouts
• Studio Facilities
• Camera & Sound Rental
• Lighting & Grips Equipment Rental
• Transport, Catering & Logistical Support
• Stock & Film Processing
• Post-Production Facilities
• Legal & Fiscal Representation

For enquiries, contact Jose on +351 918 196 577 or +351 214 145 118
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