Stefan Nimmesgern, based in Munich and Berlin, is a 'Professional Member' of the renowned photographer's association BFF. In the 1990s, he relocated from Frankfurt to San Francisco and later to Limassol on the island of Cyprus.

Since 1998, Stefan has run a studio in Munich and a cooperative in Berlin. In addition to working for international clients and agencies, he also frequently works on long-term projects, such as a forthcoming book on the problems of the Middle East. For the author of the book, well-known TV journalist Ulrich Kienzle, Stefan has developed and implemented a photo concept.

Excerpts from the pictures, which show migrants in Germany and teils their often tragic history and those of their countries of origin, can be seen in this Showcase.

Visit the website for further information on Stefan's interesting photo projects and picture language.

Welcome to Showcase Germany, brought to you by Production Paradise. This edition features some of the top photo and film production companies, photo agents, photographers, directors, illustrators, post production companies, location services, equipment rental companies, rental studios, model and casting agencies, and other creative talents and services based in Germany.

Companies such as Lufthansa, Nike, Siemens, Vogue, Mercedes-Benz, Glamour, Singapore Airlines, Nivea, Porsche, Schwarzkopf, Marc Cain and Philips among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

More creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production can be found in our Berlin (Photo / Film), Cologne (Photo / Film),  Dusseldorf (Photo / Film), Frankfurt (Photo / Film), Hamburg (Photo / Film), Munich (Photo / Film) and Stuttgart (Photo / Film) directories.

Be sure to check out our featured events:

• Perspective Playground - interactive art and photography exhibition, until 24th September at Kraftwerk Berlin. 
• Ellen von Unwerth: Heimat - provocative series of photographs from von Unwerth homeland, Bavaria. Until 11th November at IMAGIS, Munich. 
• Peter Bialobrzeski: Die zweite Heimat - photography exhibition exploring the concept of homeland, until 7th January at the House of Photography, Hamburg.

Our cover image was shot by Heidi Rondak.

Art Act Illustrators, based in Munich, represents a carefully chosen array of artists for illustrations, layouts, storyboards, animatics, comics, cartoons, icons, animations, compositions, retouching, explanatory film material and any other type of art work. The company works for clients in the advertising industry, publishing houses, magazines, film productions and industry customers.

Art Act assists clients in finding a suitable style and technique and the best artist for any project. "We are always searching for new talents and trends to give our clients the highest quality across illustration, storyboarding, animation and 3D solutions. We support and oversee your project all the way to success and always keep an eye on timing and budget. All of our great artists are highly professional and can turn a good idea into an excellent result."

The youngster from northern Germany not only has a passion for food, but also a knack for conceptual photography with a graphic edge.

Calle Hackenberg’s pictures are not just plain delicious-looking photographs but are rather interwoven in vivid, visual stories that gradually unfold in front of the beholder’s eye.

Two of his most recent projects are featured in this Showcase. The cover story for the current issue of Gruner+Jahr’s BEEF! Magazine and the anniversary series for the August issue of DBmobil, Deutsche Bahn’s customer magazine.

Hamburg-based photographer Nina Struve is curious. How do people furnish their flats? How do they feel cosy? How do they live? Due to this curiosity, Nina's focus is on interior, people, stills and food.

She proves her intentions, her taste and a touch for that right moment, for the natural mood of people, buildings and apartments and catches it in her pictures. Nice things are presented in a harmonic and well balanced way. Studio or on location, her images always have this daylight vibe.

Recent projects featured in this Showcase:

• Daylight and natural mood in images for 'Küche des Jahres', coverage of the five best kitchens in Germany 2017. Editorial images were shot for Zuhause Wohnen Magazin / MHK.
• Hygge - the Danish lifestyle, meaning cosy or comfy, is the theme for the refurbishment of the Hotel and Restaurant Landhaus Flottbek as well as the shoot. Images were used on the internet, PR and social media.
• Cosiness and wellbeing in images for Poster XXL for a campaign across all media.
• Images for 'Furnishing Elbphilharmonie' for Studio Besau Marguerre were used in several magazines, newspapers, social media and documentaries.

Photographer Tim Schober and food stylist Lukas Baseda created new kinds of ice cream and sorbet accompanied by Samova products. Intense colours are only one result of their teamwork.

Philipp Schneiders' summer fruit close ups open new views and details of this delicious superfood.

Photographer Markus Dominitzki and food stylist Anna Wiedey dedicated themselves to the king of vegetables - the asparagus.

yolo films is a specialist in film production and servicing based in Germany. The company, founded by Christian Pannrucker and Sven Lehmann, offers the full range of production services to advertising agencies, brands and worldwide production companies.

The yolo films team's functional expertise and experience will ensure clients receive a productive and efficient service, including:

• Excellent location services.
• Competitive quotes for facilities and equipment.
• Transparency with all costs and payments.
• Achieving the best deals for the client.
• Good and trusted relationship with Completion Bond companies.
• Ensuring local insurance is in place to cover local workers.
• Budgeting, cost and production reporting.

Jonas Nefzger is a lifestyle, sport and documentary photographer who grew up close to the Alps, just south of Munich.

He lives in Munich and captures his authentic work in lively cities and the great outdoors anywhere in the world.

His focus is on getting to the core of stories, people and places to give a unique view to the audience in the most naturalistic way.

Clients include ADAC, AOK, BayWa, C3, ENTEGA, GoreTex, GreenCity, Kästle Ski, RedBull, Schipper Company and VW.

Born in a small town near Cologne, David Weimann found his love for photography after being inspired by his father and grandfather. He graduated from his photography scholarship in 2002 and began his journey working on cruise ships before finally starting work for magazines and companies as a portrait, lifestyle and business photographer.

Celebrities such as Eric Burdon, Max Cavalera and Dirk Bach appreciate his quick and concentrated way of working, making a shoot a time-saving and fun event.

Before becoming a photographer, David also worked as a mechanic, graphic designer, and student of sociology. These experiences all help him better understand the needs of his clients. He now lives with his wife, an award-winning wine-maker, and two daughters in a small village close to Cologne. He works all over the world.

NPIXO recently completed indoor shots of the new Porsche 911 GT2 RS. The new arrival in the 911 line-up really packs a punch! With 700bhp it is the most powerful GT2 ever made, and is truly a powerhouse.

What could be a better way to stage this supercar than by giving it what it needs - a lot of space to unfold!

The look and composition of this image series underlines the clear demands of this racing "bolide".