Of late, Kunal has been employing AI as a tool in his production process, utilising it to create environments (backgrounds) that seamlessly blend with actual sets alongside products and foreground elements. This approach allows for real-time, in-camera shooting, ensuring a seamless integration of all elements. The integration of AI in his workflow has opened up endless possibilities for efficiently placing products in different settings and backgrounds.

His artistic style is characterised as realistic, bold, and expressive, with a focus on evoking emotions in viewers and instilling a desire to own products or indulge in experiences. Best known for his highly detailed visuals of drinks and cosmetics, his portfolio exudes a grand and rich feel, eliciting admiration.

With over 13 years of experience, he has collaborated on advertising campaigns with top brands and ad agencies such as Diageo, The Body Shop, L’Oréal Paris, Oriflame Sweden, Publicis, HS Ad, and Edelman, encompassing projects of various scopes and sizes.

For a deeper look into his work and behind-the-scenes processes, one can visit his website. He eagerly looks forward to connecting and collaborating on upcoming campaigns.

"At Umami, we offer comprehensive production services across the Baltics, leveraging a strong and extensive network within the industry. Whether it's commercial production or a photo shoot, we're dedicated to assisting producers, agencies, and marketing professionals in search of reliable and enthusiastic partners. With producers boasting backgrounds in television, advertising, and film, we're equipped to tailor our services to suit your project's needs.

Choosing our production services in the Baltics can benefit your budget, as our region typically demands 20-30% lower costs compared to much of Europe, all while maintaining high quality standards. You'll have access to a diverse range of locations, modern camera and lighting equipment, and internationally renowned crews. Additionally, the advantages of operating in a smaller market include minimized travel time and convenient accessibility, with everything just a phone call away.

In addition to production services, we also offer casting direction and audio recordings in Latvian, Estonian, Lithuanian, and Russian for companies operating at a Baltic scale."

Production Lab, formerly known as PhotoPro Production, offers comprehensive services for video and photo productions.

The company boasts extensive global production experience, having successfully executed numerous projects for advertising agencies, fashion brands, and production firms across a spectrum of countries including the US, Spain, Italy, France, the UK, Germany, Japan, India, and even Mexico.

Production Lab provides services delivered by highly professional experts who consistently maintain a collaborative mindset, fostering teamwork and facilitating seamless production processes. Production Lab latest projects are actor portraits for Netflix, parasport portraits for Citygroup US, Hugo Boss fashion shoot, international video and photo campaigns for Philip Morris Veev and IQOS brands, Oppo, Xiaomi mobile social media and TVC campaigns for the EU region.

"All your film & photo needs, under one roof: BAAM Production House Croatia.

We're a full-service film and photo production company based in Croatia, with offices in both stunning Dubrovnik on the Adriatic coast and Zagreb, the nation's capital.

Our reach extends far beyond Croatia, encompassing all of former Yugoslavia: Slovenia, Bosnia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia.

While Slovenia and Croatia are already EU members, the others are on their way to joining. All these countries offer breathtaking locations and a remarkable production environment.

Each nation boasts unique and often unexplored filming destinations, waiting to be discovered. We can cater to any project, regardless of location or budget.

Contact us today and let's turn your vision into reality!"

Welcome to the Showcase Eastern Europe and The Balkans, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading talents and services from the area.

More creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production are available in our in Budapest (Photo / Film), Greece (Photo / Film), Istanbul (Photo / Film), Prague (Photo / Film), and Warsaw (Photo / Film) directories.

Brands and publications including Zalando, Lidl, Beefeater, Netflix, Oppo, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to catch our recommended events:

• Prague IFF – Febiofest is oriented towards full length films, bringing to Czech audiences the best films of the year, distribution premieres, retrospectives and tributes. The festival celebrates its 29th edition from 28th April to 4th May.
• Lovely Is the Youth of Our Age. Photo Albums 1850-1950 will offer a unique opportunity to view over a hundred of rarely exhibited items from one of the largest collections of Warsaw photography. Photo albums from the 19th and 20th centuries will be accompanied by artworks by contemporary artists. Until 26th May at the Museum of Warsaw.

Our cover image was shot by Jakub Gulyas for Harper's Bazaar CZ.

"My job is to first and foremost deliver the message that my client wishes to deliver. To do this, I use visual conversation, which I try to initiate. I try tocelebrate what's in front of the camera and of course I love the magic of the moment. I try to create interest and tension in the person looking at my photographs. My work is to create relationships. That's what my clients choose me for."

Pavel Hejný is a renowned advertising photographer and art director based in Prague. Throughout his advertising career, he has been honored with numerous prestigious awards, including six Cannes Lions, two Golden Drum Grand Prix, Andy Award, Clio Award, and the esteemed Lucie Award for the best advertising photographer of the year.

His exceptional work can be found in the Lürzer's Archive 200 Best Ad Photographers Worldwide publications.

Pavel has an extensive portfolio and works with well established production houses to offer his clients a comprehensive service and to deliver the highest quality of his photographs. Pavel is your man in Prague, and he is already working worldwide.

"Hey, I'm Timo, a professional photographer focused on lifestyle and sports imagery, operating from Estonia.

With extensive experience, I possess the skills to breathe life into your projects, imprinting them with my distinctive flair and artistic vision.

Apart from photography, I'm passionate about sports, exploration, and music.

Wherever you're located, I'm prepared to collaborate with you to produce captivating visuals that connect with your audience and enhance your brand identity. In my recent projects I have collaborated a lot with Red Bull Estonia, many brands, and Cuba Films (an award winning production company located in Estonia)."

Yaroslav Danylchenko is a professional food and still life photographer based in Kyiv, Ukraine, specialising in advertising photography.

Leading his studio, he offers a comprehensive range of services including full-cycle photo production, remote shooting, and in-house post-production.

With a talented team, Yaroslav collaborates closely with top advertising specialists to create stunning visuals (food stylists, FX-masters).

His portfolio boasts collaborations with major brands such as McDonald’s, Nestlé, Samsung, L’Oréal, Avon, BASF, Kraft Foods, Danone, Staropramen, Lurpak, among others, as well as a wide array of renowned advertising agencies. His expertise extends to capturing the essence of food, drinks, and products, delivering high-quality content that meets the demands of his diverse clientele.

Pillowtree Productions offers cost-effective and stress-free film, TV and photo full service production in Croatia.

Since it was founded in 2014, Pillowtree Productions has been recognised by industry leaders and art buyers alike for the quality of their work. In the past 10 years they worked with renowned production companies, agencies and  production houses  such as Woodpecker Film Oy, Betty Tv, Double Act Productions, Claas Cropp Creative Productions, Twenty Twenty Agency, Mingle  Prod, Makalu Agency and many more.

Pillowtree offers the best possible value and quality production in Croatia. Choose from their unique locations database, use their remote production option, count on their strong partnerships, valuable experience, and a personal approach to your project.

Pillowtree has had the pleasure to work for clients such as McDonald's, Cotton Club, Fruit of the Loom, Millets, Woman Magazine, Essentials Magazine, Star Alliance, Lexus, Alpina BMW, Drogerie Markt and Deutsche Telekom.

Hexagon Films is a leading production service company based in Bulgaria, offering a wide range of professional services.

"Our team of directors, photographers, DPs, and producers specialises in video production and photoshoots, crafting compelling content for various industries, including tech and fashion. Whether you are working on a commercial campaign, promotional videos, a feature film, or a TV series, Hexagon Films ensures top-notch quality and creativity.

Recent projects include collaborating on the Sigala x MNEK 'Radio' music video in Bulgaria with producers from Park Village UK. Our directors and photographers have also worked with well-known brands like Adidas, Gucci, TikTok, Old Spice, and the BBC.

Headquartered in Bulgaria and partnering with major studios, we take pride in offering prices that are on average 30% lower than those in Western and Central Europe for all production and post services. Our options are diverse, ranging from a New York streets backlot, a London backlot, a 30-meter virtual production studio space, to an old-school Western ranch complete with 20 stunt horses and artists that can elevate your creative project to new heights.

Contact us now to discuss your next ambitious project. Let Hexagon Films bring your exceptional production to life and captivate your audience in the way you deserve."