Let us guide you through the endless potential for commercial creativity of the Alps in our debut issue of Showcase The Alps.

Welcome to our debut issue of Showcase The Alps, which highlights the talent and services in the Alpine countries. This issue showcases the work of top production companies, photographers, equipment rental, location scouts, and a hotel.

The European Alps are one of the most sought-after production destinations worldwide: active lifestyle and adventure campaigns, fashion editorials, extreme sports catalogues, and much more can benefit from the stunning landscapes of the region—from snowy peaks and glaciers to lush valleys, alpine lakes, and charming villages. Not to mention the easily accessible nearby cities, such as Innsbruck, Vienna, Zurich, and Geneva, which offer fertile ground for photographers and directors alike.

Our featured editorial was captured by the talented Austria-based photographer Marcel A. Mayer for Sagmeister Journal. Discover more outstanding creatives in our extensive Europe Directory and past issues of Showcase Magazine.

Explore the cultural offerings in cities across the Alpine region, and don't miss the events we recommend:

Mountainfilm Graz: From November 12–16, Mountainfilm Graz will showcase the best mountain, adventure, and nature films.

The Anonymous Project: Home & Away at Photo Elysée in Lausanne features a collection of color slides spanning the last 70 years, aimed at preserving shared memories. Lee Shulman breathes new life into forgotten moments, captured in vivid Kodachrome colors.

The photographic work of Sophie Thun resembles a stream of images of places and spaces in which the artist has worked and exhibited. Sophie Thun. Between Light and Wall at the Museum der Moderne Salzburg is Thun’s first solo exhibition at a museum.

For 17 years, elbmodels has been placing talents whose age begins where it ends at other agencies. As Germany's leading model agency for best agers & senior models, elbmodels age range starts where other agencies draw the line.

Now they proudly present elbcasting. elbcasting is the new casting and people division from elbmodels. An agency for normal people with a slightly crooked nose, a gap in their teeth or edgy types who are just like life: imperfect, with flaws, unpredictable - in short: exciting!

Located in Hamburg and Munich, both agencies connect experienced models and amazing beginners. They offer a solution to anyone for every shooting with talents from Germany and abroad.

Jelena Filipinski is a Hamburg-based interior, lifestyle and people photographer. Her style is characterised by lightness and ease, which are important to her on set and when working with other people.

Being passionate about photographing people, spaces and objects, she is capturing moments of beauty and joy. She loves delicate colors and the subtle play of light in her work.

Her clients include different agencies, magazines and brands like Serviceplan, OTTO, Tchibo, Lidl, Remember/KF Design, Lechuza/Playmobil, Goodman Germany, Martin Rütter and MAXI Magazin.

Real people, real photography, real messages: for Valery Kloubert, being a people and portrait photographer in the fields of corporate, business, and advertising photography is all about storytelling.

As a photographer, it is important for Valery to create authenticity and simplicity in his images. With a focus on honesty and discretion, he works to capture the most realistic moments possible and present them in a charming and sympathetic way. Thanks to his bilingualism, many years of experience with celebrities, business leaders, family businesses, and industrial groups, international shooting experience on four continents, and a worldwide network, Valery also knows how to bring complex visions to life.

Follow him on Instagram to see his latest work.

Rooted deeply in Berlin's vibrant creative scene, yet thriving on the international stage, Watchmen are the perfect blend of local expertise and a vast global network, delivering standout production services wherever a story takes them.

Watchmen Productions has been at the cutting edge of creative film and commercial production. They have built a solid reputation for meticulous attention to detail, cost efficiency, and full transparency. Each project is managed with agility, ensuring lightning-fast response times and exceptional results.

Watchmen offers full production services for local and international clients, regardless of project size. Based in Berlin but filming worldwide, they produce feature films, documentaries, and commercials for TV, cinema, and social media. Their work fuses compelling storytelling with cutting-edge technology to create visually stunning, emotionally engaging content.

Every shoot is handled with unmatched professionalism and creativity – from concept to execution, making them a trusted partner in the industry for 20 years.

Rainer is a distinguished photographer, specialising in capturing the human element for medium to large companies and agencies.

His work reflects a deep understanding of his subjects, whether professionals in the corporate sphere, athletes in motion, or individuals in portraiture.

With a background in graphic design, Rainer seamlessly blends creative vision with strategic intent, producing images that are both visually compelling and aligned with brand objectives.

His approachable manner puts people at ease, allowing him to capture moments of genuine authenticity that enhance corporate storytelling.

Markus and Jakob are setsupport.rocks and have been doing this together for over 12 years.

With setsupport.rocks, you get well-maintained equipment, tailored to your specific requirements, plus a 3.5-tonne or 7.2-tonne Iveco truck and a well-trained PA who will help prepare and support your production.

setsupport.rocks offers all services in clear packages, always reliable and highly professional.

In recent years, they have supported various automotive, commercial, fashion, and editorial shoots, both at home and abroad, on mountains, fjords, or in city centres. But they can also be found at catalogue productions, on location shoots, or in studios.

Special attention is given to good cooperation and quality, particularly in terms of catering and logistics behind the scenes, ensuring smooth and silent operations.

They also take care of things like Carnet service and everything that needs to be done before or during a production.

Visit their website, check out their Instagram, or give them a call – Markus and Jakob are ready to assist.

Avenger Photographers is a creative collective of photographers, DOPs, directors, stylists, and hair & makeup artists. As a full-service creative agency, they not only provide personalised service to their artists but also manage the entire production process. Avenger Photographers represents artists with extensive experience and an international focus.

“We are thrilled to welcome a new addition to our team of DOPs, directors, and photographers: Tanja Häring, a renowned cinematographer. Her deep personal passion for capturing people and telling their stories is a constant theme in her work. Tanja travels the world extensively to pursue this passion. She’s an incredible talent from Berlin.”

All recent shoots and latest news can be seen at avenger-photographers.com.

Katrin Winner is a specialist in food and product stills, working on photo shoots for publishing houses, magazines, and agencies.

She runs her own photo studio in Munich, which features a fully equipped kitchen that facilitates highly professional work, alongside close collaboration with an experienced team of freelance food stylists and prop stylists. The kitchen includes an extensive selection of props and backgrounds for the development of personalised and versatile projects.

Katrin is a passionate storyteller, creating unique image styles with natural light and creative lighting setups. Additionally, she has expanded her traditional photography skills to include videography.

Katrin has recently worked with well-known clients such as Schrot & Korn, Vorwerk Deutschland Stiftung & Co. KG, Dean & David, and Paulaner.

Follow her on Instagram to see her latest work.

"Fall has arrived, bringing fresh air and golden leaves, yet memories of summer still linger in our minds. As the days grow shorter and the warmth fades, we can’t help but dream of the sunny moments of the past months. While we transition into this new season, it’s also time to reflect on the work we have done over the summer.

The energy and creativity of those bright days have shaped some wonderful projects, and now we are excited to share a glimpse of them with you. From sunlit inspirations to vibrant colors, these works capture the spirit of summer. Here’s to holding onto those memories while we embrace the beauty of autumn.

If you wish to see more, please visit our website mondayinmay.de."