Nikolay Mirchev is a London-based professional photographer with a distinctively creative body of visual work.

Specialising in commercial, portraits and documentary photography, Nikolay also organises conceptual creative photography sessions.

His work is characterised by strong composition, following the smooth and aesthetic flow of the shapes available in a scene. Creative lighting to achieve the desired mood along with skilled editing - the result of many years of learning and evolving workflows - help to create his signature look.

Nikolay still practices his first passion - travel and street photography.

MAI (Mascioni Associati International Ltd) is an international production company with offices in London, Rome, South of France (Marseille), The Balkans (Montenegro), and Ibiza.

Working in fashion and media, MAI has become one of the world's most prestigious production companies. Founder and director, Emanuele Mascioni, oversees the business, which now has highly skilled production teams based all around the world.

MAI has always been a hands-on production company, transforming every challenge into an opportunity to deliver an optimal experience for clients. The team are experts at applying international skills to local needs, ensuring they can meet any type of production in every location.

MAI provides a complete spectrum of production services including extensive location scouting, castings, set build and props, logistics, transportation, hospitality and artist bookings.

Recent clients include Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Bottega Veneta, Gucci, Love Magazine and Vogue, to mention a few.

With over 10 years in the industry JSR Agency represents 48 photographers, illustrators, CGI and motion artists working across advertising and editorial for global clients and brands. The company can also produce any shoot, anywhere, and has a team that can deliver on all platforms, formats and budgets.

Recent highlights include new signing, photographer Jonny Storey, who has been creating iconic fashion and beauty imagery for over a decade. Fashion photographer Matt Hind shot the S/S16 campaign for MHL by Margaret Howell, and Lee Brimble’s NSX shoot was made into a stop motion animation for the Sundance Film Festival.

PEROU shot editorial for Vanity Fair and an advertising campaign for Investec. Simon Songhurst shot for Harrod’s Urban Retreat, John Bennett shot incredible interiors for Amy Somerville, and Steve Ryan shot for Root + Bone food magazine.

Welcome to the latest issue of Showcase London, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading photographers currently working out of London, including Arnhel de Serra, Carlos Lumiere, Daniel Pangbourne, David Oliver, Georgie Clarke, Glassworks, Hugh Johnson, James Lightbown, Jon Enoch, Julia Bostock, Justin Leighton, Marta Kochanek, Matthew Joseph, Mel Yates, Molyneux Associates, Paul J Harvey, Piers Golden, Steve Baxter and Tim Bowden; talent agents Angela Woods, Catherine Collins, Horton-Stephens, JSR, Morgan Lockyer, Mutton Bones, Process and Vue; production companies MAI - Mascioni Associati International and The Production Factory; handmade portfolios Delta Design and Plastic Sandwich; model agency BMA Models & Artists; post production studio Curve Digital; photographic studios & event location Sunbeam Studios and branding agency Steve Edge Design.

More information available in our online Photo and Film directories.

Companies such as Land Rover, M&S, Nissan, Sony Music, Costa Coffee, British Airways, Vogue, Peugeot, Waitrose, The Times Magazine, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to check out our featured events:

• Vogue 100: A Century of Style showcases the remarkable range of photography that has been commissioned by British Vogue since it was founded in 1916. Until 22nd May at the National Portrait Gallery.
• Alec Soth: Gathered Leaves at London Science Museum, until 28th March. The exhibition presents his four signature series and highlights the remarkable career and distinctive vision of one of the world's foremost documentary photographers.

Our cover image was shot by David Titlow for Esquire UK Magazine and features actor Ben Mendelsohn.

"30 years of experience means we are really good at working with people from all walks of life, all over the world, from the board room to the factory floor."

Recent clients include Arriva, SAB Miller, UKTI, GE Aviation, TriTax, Cargill, Ultra Electronics, Welsh Government, Kliklok and Kuehne & Nagel.

For more information contact the studio on +44(0)1594 845561 or Andrew on +44(0)7836 661 460.

Passionate about photography since his early teens, Paul J Harvey has been specialising in car, landscape and CGI advertising photography since 2000.

Previously based in Paris, Paul has significant international experience and is fluent in French. Now based in London, he is an active member-director of The Association of Photographers (AOP).

Clients include Assystem, Channel4, Christian-Dior, Chrysler, Citroen, Concorde-Lafayette, Ford, GDF-Suez, Honda, Lancia, Mercedes, Mitsubushi, Nissan, Peugeot, Renault, Shell, SNCF, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.

Emerging as one of the ‘go to’ leaders in creating visually arresting automotive imagery for advertising and brochure assets, Curve Digital utilises current photographic techniques and next level CGI technology seamlessly to deliver a strong message.

"We don't just do cars! Not wanting to be pigeon holed, our portfolio spans many genres including cosmetics and people retouching such as a recent project with the Stade Toulouse Rugby Team for Peugeot. We arrange pixels for many top brands regardless of whether they have wheels or not!"

Visit the website for more examples of the company's work.

The Glassworks has a global reputation for creating in-depth photography commissions. Specialising in portrait and lifestyle images, the studio works as a fully integrated production and shoot specialist for advertising campaigns and high-end collaborative art projects.

The Glassworks's founder, Marcus Lyon, has shot black and white reportage for 30 years. His commissions come from across the industry, from art institutions to leading agencies in design and advertising. Marcus' confident but laid-back manner helps create powerful, natural and arresting imagery.

All shoots are fully produced by the Glassworks team in Central London run by Benjamin Youd.

For more information contact the Glassworks on + 44 (0)20 7735 9933.

Whilst everyone in London has been shivering, Horton-Stephens' lifestyle photographers have been enjoying the sun. James Bowden shot a great campaign for Thomas Cook, Jason Knott is shooting in Dubai again, and Florian Geiss has been shooting campaigns across Europe.

There is new work to see on Gary Salter’s gallery too, including new work for Powwownow, and Wilson Hennessy remains in great demand for car and still life clients alike.

There is new work by Richard Maxted and Nick Dolding, Diana Miller and Chelsea Bloxsome too. In fact, there is new work to see from all of their photographers, so the best starting place online is visiting the 'News' section where CGI and moving image work can be found too.

Horton-Stephens represents two great CG companies, Additive and Act Two Um, who are both worth a good look. If you are looking for something you haven’t seen before, check out 'Platform' online; it is the place to show some brand new talent.

The Production Factory London offers global production solutions for worldwide photo shoots. With spring seeing new campaigns for M&S, House of Fraser, Esprit, Long Tall Sally, New Look, Vogue, Porter, Dansk and GQ, and productions taking place across multiple continents weekly, it's another season to be proud of.

The Production Factory's London office specialises in full account management on photo shoots around the world - including art buying, location sourcing, casting and budget handling. There is nothing the team can't take care of to ensure a production runs smoothly.

"We are also opening our New York office in March 2016 and look forward to seeing you out there."