Designed as an "urban retreat", Inspira Santa Marta Hotel stands out from the crowd on account of its innovative concept and exceptional location just a stone's throw away from Avenida da Liberdade.

Guests enjoy an outstanding experience in an ecologically sustainable hotel - an ambitious policy of sustainability has been implemented throughout every aspect of the project, without neglecting comfort. All rooms offer the peace and quiet necessary to relax as well as an inspiring atmosphere carefully conceived to create a genuine urban oasis.

Restaurant 'Open, bar 'The Urban' and spa 'The Retreat' offer memorable experiences. Visit the website for more information.

"Imagine working side-by-side with a team of image professionals capable of offering state-of-the-art communication. Imagine being able to positively devise a synergy that fits your budget, your requirements and your expectations with the flexibility of a project shaped to your every need."

Ph Crew team specialises in the Venice area offering these services: location scouting, shooting permits, model castings, art direction, styling, hair and make-up styling, translation, transport rent assistance, catering and hotel booking.

With headquarters in Padua, the company has opened a new office in Hong Kong offering a reference and a bridge to the Asian market.

Magic Mountain Productions is a Cape Town-based full service photographic production company that offers customised personal service. At the helm, Sabina Jakob leads a team of dedicated professionals to provide hassle-free productions. With over 16 years of experience, Sabina and her team continue to understand the complexities of an ever-changing industry and strive to anticipate the individual goals of each client.

Photo production services include location scouting and permits, on set coordination, castings, model and crew bookings, hotel accommodation, catering, transportation, on set coordination, budget management, customs clearance, equipment and prop sourcing.

Magic Mountain Productions has worked with many internationally-renowned photographers, advertising agencies, and a selection of major companies, including Leica, Siemens, Peugeot, Panasonic, Yves Rocher, Garnier, Bon Prix and many more.

As the only Russian-Western European artists management and global photo production company in Moscow, Avocado has developed extensive worldwide networking and quality relationships with agencies, clients and artists alike. With offices in Moscow and Zurich, Avocado provides international photo production services including solid references such as photographers Mario Testino / Vogue UK, Carter Smith / Elle USA, as well as worldwide clients Rolex, Zenith, Coca-Cola, Philip Morris, BAT, Procter&Gamble, Kraft Foods and many others.

Recent work includes:

• SKINS worldwide produced by Avocado, photographed by Urs Wyss.
• Vogue Russia portraits of Dunia Smirnova, photographed by Morgan Norman.
• GQ Russia cover, photographed by Marco Grob.
• Park Hotel Switzerland produced by Avocado, photographed by Urs Wyss.
• W Magazine cover and fashion story, photographed by David Byun.

Avocado announces new additions to its roster of photographers, including Klaus Thymann (sport, people, music), Margaretha Olschewski (fashion, beauty, body wear, celebrity), and Patrick Walter (fashion, beauty, portrait).

Other services include art buying, production management, production coordination, location services and location scouting. Visit the website or call +7 495 999 6898 (work), +7 903 755 2471 (mobile), or +41 78 659 6231 (international) for more information.

Container One Productions is a leading full service photo and film production company. Founded in 2004, the company offers a range of services including location scouting, location management, Profoto equipment rental, creative consultation, art buying, casting, on site coordination, flight arrangements and hotel accommodation.

Container One works in Mexico, Costa Rica, Cuba, Colombia, Peru and Argentina.

Gaby Luque was born in Mexico City and studied photography at the Escuela Activa de Fotografia, in addition to following an intensive course on digital photography at the Tec de Monterrey. After finishing her studies, she began working as a freelance photographer.

Gaby is in constant pursuit of achieving the perfect commercial image, yet always applies a touch of art to her work. She recently joined the team of photographers at the Esfera Photo Agency, which is represented by renowned manager Lu Acosta and producer Omar Escamilla.

Her clients include Ford, Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel, Tupperware and IFE, among others.

El Sol Azul Production is an American company based in Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende and Tulum producing photo and video shoots throughout Mexico.

A full service company, El Sol Azul provides all phases of the production process: planning and budgeting, scouting and managing locations, securing permits, local transportation, hotels, catering, casting, equipment rental and customs clearance.

El Sol Azul’s team of international producers can offer production in English, Spanish, French, German and even a little Portuguese. With 20 years actively producing in Mexico, El Sol Azul understands service and provides it with efficiency and good humour.

Jignesh Jhaveri loves shooting food and drink. Since 1997 he has been creating mouth-watering images for a range of clients, including advertising agencies, beverage manufacturers, cookery books, hotels, individual foodies, food manufacturers, magazines and restaurants.

Jignesh shoots in the studio with natural and simulated daylight as well as on location across the world. He also uses video to express himself and is available for commissions across advertising, packaging and editorial.

With a dedicated food studio, kitchen and prop shop as well as an accomplished in-house post production and 3D/CGI team, turnaround times are quick and quality is of the highest level.

Clients include Britannia, Cadbury, Godrej Tyson, McCain Foods, PepsiCo, Real, Switz, Tasty Bite, Unilever and Vogue.

Latest news from Christoph Stöh Grünig:

• Bico Royal (Bico of Switzerland) new campaign shoot.
• Glutz AG Swiss Access Systems new campaign shoot.
• Pictures for the brand new 5-star Schweizerhof Hotel (a member of the Bürgenstock-Collection) in Bern.
• Food packaging pictures of all Nectaflor products (Narimpex AG).

Visit his website for more information.

Brad Feinberg is a Scottsdale Arizona-based location photographer specialising in architecture and interiors.

With a Master’s degree from the University of Michigan’s Taubman School of Architecture as well as an MBA, Brad has extensive experience working with leading architectural and interior design firms, builders and top tier real estate professionals. Having been on both sides of the camera gives him a comprehensive knowledge of the industry.

Brad works closely with his clients, incorporating their ideas into his work and making sure that his photography exceeds expectation. Current national account clients include Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Restaurants, Flemings Steak House, Choice Hotels, CGI and EQR Properties. Brad is also commissioned for network television establishment shots and b-roll, car background plates and sports photography.

Currently, Brad is a member of AIAP, ASMP, IAAP, NAPP and PPA.

Visit the website for more information.