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spotlight magazine Nov 2023 fashion & beauty photography & motion
Berlin: Per Appelgren
Per Appelgren is an 80s born German-Swedish fashion and beauty photographer based in Berlin.
His photographic journey began as a self-taught and later continued as part-time assistant, where he worked his way up to be mentored for three years in the artistic hub of Berlin.
Before embarking on his photography career, he graduated with a degree in Business Administration and International Politics. However, the desire to express himself and his artistic vision behind the lens led him to follow his heart and explore the world of photography.
His work blurs between the lines of beauty & fashion and is characterised by a bold use of colours, angles and expressions - allowing each talent to shine and giving them a stage to express themselves without any boundaries. He strongly believes in celebrating diversity and the power of images to inspire and evoke emotions.
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spotlight magazine Oct 2023 spotlight awards 2023
Cologne: Per Florian Appelgren
Title: The bold
Location: Cape Town, South Africa. "Me and my team, model Nondi as well as hair & make-up artist Claudine Németh, went to the beach on a bright and sunny afternoon to create different beauty looks.
The goal of the shoot was to highlight each make-up look with some shiny light effects to make the colors pop and really stand out from the rest of the image. So we played around with different mirrors and sunlight to get that desired effect on Nondi's skin."
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showcase magazine Oct 2023 germany issue 937
Mietstudio cologne-loft Cologne Rental Studios for Photo&Film
cologne-loft is situated within the confines of a repurposed old factory building, nestled in a courtyard that has been transformed into a luminous daylight studio with a truly distinctive ambiance.
With dimensions spanning 17m x 12m x 7m, the entire studio can swiftly be blacked-out, catering to the needs of film directors and photographers requiring precise control over their lighting. Underfloor heating ensures a cozy environment, while the building's insulation lends itself to superb acoustics for live sound recordings. The studio boasts a robust 32-amp voltage supply.
Two rooms serve dual purposes as makeup and dressing rooms, and a small rooftop garden terrace adds an extra dimension to the space. The well-appointed walk-in kitchen is perfect for culinary photo shoots and exudes its own unique charm.
Equipped with an array of props, the studio is poised to meet the diverse requirements of any successful production. Conveniently located at ground level, it offers easy accessibility for delivery vehicles, and the courtyard is capable of accommodating up to five cars, secured from the street by a roll-up gate.
Beyond its versatility as a setting for film scenes, TV shows, and advertising campaigns, cologne-loft offers a highly personalized atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for photographers, workshops, and business seminars alike.
For inquiries, you can contact Mike via email or call him at +49 221 60608778.
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spotlight magazine Oct 2022 sport & fitness photography
Cologne: Thomas Fähnrich
Thomas Faehnrich is a freelance photographer specialised in people and sports photography. He loves to capture moments, and to create them purposefully. Both outdoors - under natural conditions, or indoors - in the studio and with targeted lighting setups.
Thomas gives great importance to the person, the athlete, or the product in a production, to get the best results. He loves to travel and to face new challenges time and time again, both conceptually and locationwise - no matter if he needs to be underwater or in great heights, overcoming his fears: there are no limits for Thomas.
Thomas has been working as a photographer for 20 years now, which has allowed him towork on productions for customers worldwide. Most recently he has collaborated with Sony, Hummel, 1.FC Köln, Telekom, Schaebens, Hama and many more.
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showcase magazine Jun 2022 germany issue 885
Radisson Blu Cologne Cologne Hotels and Locations for Productions
Located just a few minutes from the historic city center, the Radisson Blu Hotel Cologne lies on the banks of the Rhine River. Discover modern and stylish interior design at this beautiful and recently renovated hotel.
The lobby covers a spacious 350 square meters on the ground floor and is designed to impress, with a modern flair full of natural light. It has direct access to the Paparazzi Lounge Bar, the centerpiece of the lobby. The sophisticated and stylish lobby architecture makes it a perfect location for your production.
Inspired by the art of Feng Shui, the 393 rooms and suites offer upscale amenities like heated bathroom floors or cascading showers. The hotel offers two dining facilities, the Ellipse Restaurant and the Bar & Lounge, both featuring local art and natural daylight and located on the ground floor.
Special rates for production teams, more info here.
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spotlight magazine Feb 2022 sport & fitness photography & motion
Cologne: Thomas Fähnrich
Thomas is a sports and lifestyle photographer based in Cologne, Germany. His work is influenced by sports and music culture, with his visual language being direct and lively.
His job starts long before the photo is taken, planning and organising the production and developing the right visual language. The focus lies on finding the right look and feel, for his clients or for the project. He and his team implement the conceptual requirements, even under extreme conditions, and keep his cool.
His work is, and has regularly been, published internationally.
Thomas lives through photography.
He has recently shot for clients including Puma, Orthomol Sports, 1.FC Köln and Invictus Games.
Thomas is represented by BoschtoBanrap. See more of his work on his website and Instagram.
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showcase magazine Dec 2021 germany issue 868
Manfred Rave Cologne Food & Drink and Still LIfe Photographers
Manfred is a Cologne-based commercial photographer specialising in conceptual, food and still life. He has over two decades of experience working in almost every aspect of the photography industry.
Manfred has become known for his graphic and colourful images which have superb quality and elegance. Obsessed with detail, he always strives to achieve an unique result. He has a great understanding of light and composition. He is skilled at working with natural and artificial light equally.
Manfred loves being involved in the creative process and contributes greatly to the concept and styling of the projects he collaborates on. With creativity, excellent execution and profound professionalism, Manfred is a committed and reliable partner for agencies and clients alike.
Due to Covid19, he offers remote shooting on request. Visit the website for more information or get in touch to discuss your next project and check out the latest projects on Instagram.
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spotlight magazine Oct 2021 sport & fitness photography
Cologne: Thomas Fähnrich
Thomas is a photographer based in Cologne, Germany, specialising in sports and lifestyle and is represented by Bosch to Banrap. Thomas does not only photograph sports, he is also an enthusiastic athlete himself and trains very often during the week.
Due to his enthusiasm for sports, both professionally and privately, he is able to adapt very well to a wide range of requirements for every production.
He often finds himself on location, as well as working in a studio. He likes variety and new challenges.
Thomas has worked worldwide for many different brands, sport clubs and agencies.
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showcase magazine Sep 2020 germany issue 811
RAW / Ralph Wentz Cologne Interior & Exterior and Portrait Photographers
Ralph Wentz is a photographer and creative director based in Cologne, Germany. As a photographer he has a reputation for the clear and precise image, specialising in people and portrait, interior and exterior as well as corporate and product photography. His fine art work is also highly regarded by private clients all around Germany.
Ralph used the corona lockdown to test the new APO 23, the most high-resolution wide-angle lens ever built, on behalf of NWS Instruments. He also shot for Woodtiles, Kirsten Scholz Architects, AD Germany and Ultimate Ears.
At ease leading a large team or working solo, Ralph used his philosophy of allowing for spontaneity within a well-planned framework during these shoots. With his wide range of experience both in photography and as a creative director, Ralph brought 25-plus years of experience to these assignments.
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showcase magazine Jun 2020 germany issue 803
Bruno Alexander Cologne beauty photographers
Bruno Alexander is a highly skilled beauty and fashion photographer, working for clients all over the globe. With his decade-long experience in the industry, Bruno turned recent challenges into opportunities. For the past weeks, his concept of one-on-one shootings focused on the essentials and created intense beauty shots that meet the trend of the times. With all hygiene requirements in place now, he is happy to work with a bigger team again.
Bruno’s latest jobs comprise editorials for the print version of L`Officiel India, Thailand and Cosmopolitan Hong Kong. Bruno also engaged in a pro bono photography documentary on local stores and artists during the corona crisis.
Want to get in touch? Send Bruno an email or a message on Instagram.