los angeles May 2015

46 Pictures and Jay Foster represent photographers who shoot stills/print and film/video media. The current roster of photographers includes: Charles Imstepf (Food/Beverage), Jamie Williams (Lifestyle/Tourism), John Huba (Celebrity/Fashion/Adventure), Lou D’Angelo (Automotive), Michael Alan Ross (Automotive), and Mischievious Studios (Viral-videos).

"Experienced expertism is your guarantee from 46 Pictures. Our versatile, high quality, cutting-edge photographers and film-makers are fully prepared to serve your creative needs."

Jay graduated from Brooks Institute of Photography in 1985. His experience in photography is an invaluable asset to photographers and clients.

Clients include American Express, Apple, AT&T, Audi, Bank of America, Black Magic Cinema Cameras, Canon, Condé Nast, Dole, Dr. Pepper, ESPN, Fireball Whisky, Honda, Jaguar, Kombucha, JCrew, Land Rover, La Quinta Resorts, Levi’s, Mattel, Mazda, Mountain Dew, Neiman Marcus, Nike, Nissan, Outside, Pepsi, Porsche Cars N.A., Ralph Lauren, Road & Track, Smirnoff, Sony, Synergy, Target, Taylor Made, Trident, Vanity Fair, VW, WeightWatchers, Westin Hotels and Yahoo!

Based in Los Angeles, Courtney Dailey leads teams of beauty experts creating images from prep to post. Known for her use of colour, she delivers imagery that is dramatic and confident. She feels all images should communicate concepts, stories or evoke feelings.

Starting her career in Michigan as a make-up artist, Courtney has always believed photography and make-up should have no rules. "They are a combination of imagination, creation, and practiced technique." This point of view has allowed Courtney to see beauty from all perspectives.

Receiving her B.A. in Communications from Oakland University, she has the ability to help her clients oversee projects from concept and creation to post-production. Courtney is in the process of "greening" her studio and is one of the few photographers who can offer eco friendly shooting options. Sites like Womens Health, the Huffington Post and the Daily Green.com have featured her work for her participation in the green fashion community.

Since her arrival in Los Angeles, Courtney has shot for numerous international magazines, campaigns and celebrities. She was recently published in Cosmo, Allure, Elle, Vanidades, and was chosen as one of FJ Westcott Lighting’s 'Top 50 Professionals.' Clients include Schwarzkopf, Elle, Cosmo (Vietnam/Mexico), Allure, Women's Health, Vanidades, Temptu Cosmetics, DeMarco Diamonds, University Medical, Skin MD, Chrome Girl and Rejuvasea.

Collaborative duo Bruce Eisenberg and Tova Bonem are behind still life, beauty and motion images where artistry and creative brand stewardship meet.

Bruce and Tova bring to life evocative, luxurious images for a wide spectrum of beauty brands, fashion power houses and top publications. Referred to as the 'dream team' EISENBERG + BONEM translate a bold style and story telling with equal distinction in their still life, beauty and motion projects.

Experienced in developing creative solutions with a team approach, EISENBERG + BONEM seamlessly bridge the gap between production and marketing, understanding the subtle differences of print, retail, editorial and digital initiatives.

"It has always been all about the Moments for me. When I was little, I was gypsying around the world with my parents. When I was a little less little, I was a successful actor in Hollywood. It was all very exotic. My little sister, Soleil Moon Frye, joined me in front of the lens and she quickly became the darling of the 80s.

I eventually left acting to study literature and returned to Hollywood with an eye for storytelling. My sister and I directed a movie together. I gave in completely to the power of image making. I called on our milieu of famous friends to begin my portfolio and wove them into my varied projects. The celebrity work expanded into the music industry and eventually into advertising.

I've shot album covers for Lady Gaga, Black Eyed Peas, LMFAO, AKON, and Rihanna. I've been all over the country recently shooting for Mark Mothersbaugh, Lee Jeans, HTC, Jim Beam, Rolling Stone Magazine and Beats by Dre.

The composite picture I’m always taking is a life rich in images and films and memories. The Moments. I shoot the big and small, luminaries and lovelies all; I am always shooting, and it's never more complicated than the Moments."

David Westphal’s ability to translate brand stories into successful and impactful visual art has garnered him high praise amongst his clients. He is consistently called upon to create new imagery for vehicle launches due to his ability to successfully translate ideas into successful visual images.

This past autumn, David was commissioned by Team Detroit to create a campaign for the Ford Explorer based on the new brand direction. Experience was the central concept for this project, meaning a road trip from the Redwoods of Northern California, along the Oregon coast, and traversing the Columbia River. The final imagery translated to a truly epic experience.

David is sought after to shoot various projects around the United States and abroad as clients value his ability to create artful imagery.

David is internationally represented by the Doug Truppe Agency. 

David Blattel brings a sense of adventure into every assignment that he photographs. Whether it's an advertising campaign or a corporate portrait, he infuses his images with high energy intensity and broad-based experience.

As an avid mountain climber, David is the 'pioneering photographer' who provided images of the first successful BASE jumps from El Capitan in Yosemite. In addition, he has filmed motion picture stunt scenes and offers motion abilities as well as photography to his clients. He even doubled for Michael Jackson in a skydiving scene during the famous 'Pepsi Chase' commercial.

David brings unbridled passion, meticulous perfection, and unique expertise to every assignment. Whether it's studio or location, lifestyle or still life, his love of shooting combined with his amazing genius for anything technical creates results that keep his clients coming back for more.

Clients include American Express, Westin Hotels, GM, Microsoft, St. Jude Medical, Wells Fargo, Disney, Canon, Mattel, Warner Bros. and Honda.

Christoph Brown, a photographer with a career spanning more than 25 years in fashion, has most recently been focusing his lens on the beauty of complex patterns found in both nature and urban environments. This can be best represented in his works 'Mitsume' shot in Tokyo, Fall 2013 and 2014, and most recently 'Proteus', featured in this Showcase and shot in Los Angeles, Spring of 2015. Currently living in Berlin he continues to explore.

A selection of Christoph’s work is on show at The Hub Gallery, 2211 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA. 90026.

Photographer/Director Scott Gilbert is hitting his stride, with extraordinary energy that has propelled him over the last 10 years into large-scale, award-winning automotive still shoots, and recently, commercials and promotional films.

Increasingly sought out for his ability to photograph people interacting with their cars, he fuses technically stunning automotive photography with a natural, human element that keeps audiences engaged. This fusion - along with portraiture and “people” without their cars - is the result of pushing the boundaries and an innate talent.

His first assignment was for Jeep in 2004 and Scott has since worked at bringing something extra to imagery, striving to introduce a visceral connection for the viewer. His studio training, along with the extensive experience on location has provided the technical tools to shoot “big shiny objects.”

But it’s the experience shooting editorial work that has given him his “voice” in combining a passion for photographing cars with narratives via people. In the process, his advertising work has developed an added layer of editorial energy.

Chris Fortuna is a celebrity and fashion photographer based in Los Angeles. Born in Boston, he began photographing at a young age and moved onto to New York City to study photography and fine art at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. His early education was transformed by learning and assisting for some of the old world masters in photography, including Helmut Newton, Paolo Roversi and Richard Avedon.

Working in both editorial and advertising fields he describes his style and influence as "the modern example of the classic image, defined by beauty and light." Currently his work is focused on stills and motion capturing and defining the ideas of "real beauty" and "the visual link between subject and artist."

When not working on either coast, Chris likes to spend time attempting to go fast on two wheels.

Clients include GQ, Esquire, Converse, NBC Universal, Maxim, Biore, Sprint, Virgin, FHM, Sony, Complex, Warner Bros, Entertainment Weekly, Olay, People, Interview and W Magazine.

Glen Wexler is a photographer and director best known for his elaborately staged digital photo compositions of improbable situations. The music industry discovered Glen while he was still a student and he went on to create hundreds of album covers before turning 30, working with artists ranging from Michael Jackson to Van Halen.

Legendary ad man Ed McCabe lured him into the world of advertising for the reboot of the iconic Maxell campaign in the early 90s. Glen has since worked on countless award-winning campaigns for top international brands including Acura, Allstate, Adobe, Electronic Arts, Sony, Pepsi, Capitol One and Jeep.

Glen seamlessly integrates film direction with print assignments, offering visual continuity across multiple platforms as well as providing cost efficiencies from shared resources and assets.

Based in Los Angeles with a world-class production team, he brings his expertise and creativity to a global market. Glen has been profiled in Communication Arts, Creativity, French PHOTO and many other leading publications.

Photographer Joe Schmelzer is an editorial and commercial photographer specialising in hotel, food, environmental and celebrity portraits. Recognised for the natural window-light quality of his images - and a knack for making even the prickliest subjects feel at ease - Joe is a familiar presence in the travel, shelter and entertainment markets.

His work has appeared in every major interiors-centric magazine, website and blog, and is regularly featured in the editorial pages of Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Vogue UK, Sunset and Travel + Leisure. Joe also contributed the images (and lots of inspiration) to 'The First Apartment Book: Cool Design for Small Spaces' (Clarkson Potter, 2012), a collaboration with interior-stylist-to-the-stars Kyle Schuneman and style writer Heather Summerville.

Joe’s ability to help clients achieve their own creative visions has made him a sought-after commercial photographer for high-profile brands including Dorchester Hotel Collection, Sub-Zero/Wolf Appliances, O’ahu Visitors Bureau and Pottery Barn.

Rene Gomez is a Los Angeles and Miami -based photographer who specialises in celebrity and sports portraiture.

He has shot for publications including Sports Illustrated, Guitar World, Premier Guitar and Surfing Life Japan, while some of his most recent client’s brands include Primark, Braven Sport, ADF, Champion, Supra and Krew.

Russ Quackenbush creates visual images of humanity that reflect the qualities we cherish most in each other. In his portraiture, he gently documents the relics of a subject's life experiences as they unfold and present themselves in the emotions of their face, the language of their body, and the energy of their being.

"Russ' photography gives us license to laugh, play, rejoice, or to mourn. It is through his images that we are led respectfully and thoughtfully into the life of another."

After starting his business in 1996, he received a myriad of awards from the Photography and Advertising Annuals of Communication Arts, The Ad Club, and The One Show. Creativity Magazine, Archive, and Photo District News have all featured Russ and his work. In 2001, PDN distinguished Russ in its '30 Under 30', presenting him as a young talent worth keeping an eye on. He has since enjoyed living up to that reputation!

Born in São Paulo, Brazil with a Bachelor of Art in Advertising, Caesar Lima always had the passion and drive to go against the creative grain. A self proclaimed non-conformist, he is a master at depicting original, never before seen, emotion invoking and captivating subject matters.

He thrives in doing the "wrong thing" yet possesses the extraordinary talent to transform this into the surreal, thought provoking, even beautiful.

Caesar welcomes and embraces technology as an endless tool to express himself creatively. Gifted with a visionary eye to carry out ideas never before seen, Caesar boldly pushes limits and stays one step ahead with his innovative photography and design.

Will Taylor is a producer and location scout based in Los Angeles, CA. He has been working in the television and commercial photography industry for over 20 years. Through this experience, Will has developed a wide array of abilities, ranging from a deep technical understanding of photography to managing large-scale productions, and understanding how to navigate the inter-personal challenges that come with it.

He is capable of managing challenging situations on large sets while maintaining a clear vision of the final objective. He understands the importance of maintaining a personable and positive atmosphere on set, which promotes an environment that fully supports the creative process.

Patrick Ortman is a Los Angeles and New York based film-maker and commercial director, whose clients have included nine Fortune 500 companies, along with dozens of start-ups and brands. The company produces a variety of video and film projects, from television commercials and Web spots to high-end corporate films. Patrick and his crew strive to tell stories in a way that helps clients stand out, while inciting audiences to take action.

Clients include AT&T, CapitalOne, RealNetworks, Tufts University, UCLA and PepsiCo.

JB5 Productions strives to provide the best production services possible from inception to completion.

Throughout their years in production, John and his team have developed a vast network of contacts from around the globe. Their ability to collaborate with photographers, creative directors, art producers and crews has provided JB5 Productions with many repeat customers.

Along with many repeat clients, the company's client list has continued to grow this year with new productions from Skype, Hyundai, Tsingtao and Sargento.

Paige Dorian Productions is a full service production company. Clients include Adidas, Asics, Mazda, Toyota and Fiat.

The company is available for all aspects of on-set management and coordination including, but not limited to locations (sourcing and management), casting, permitting, production vehicles and base camps, behind the scenes video, travel arrangements, crew referrals, catering and craft services, call sheets and production books, all delivered with a professional and friendly service.

Six Degrees Production's primary goal is to comprehensively and successfully address clients' ambitions, concepts and concerns. Founder Maren Oetke is uniquely suited to this task. With seven years as in-house producer for both an advertising agency and a fashion company, her insight and experience is combined into all of the unique aspects of the fashion industry’s advertising goals.

Over the last 15 years, Six Degrees has established reliable working relationships with film commissions, local crews and location companies in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. An in-depth understanding of production logistics allows the company's production crew to offer a detailed and personal service, not just in these cities but in any location clients choose as their destination.

"Our aim is to support you in achieving your vision."

Latest work featured in this Showcase includes McNeal by Bersa, Tom Tailor by Max von Treu, and Tom Tailor Denim by Anders Overgaard.

Shoot It Productions and CastingLLC executes photo shoot projects at exotic and remote locations around the nation to the exacting standards of each individual client.

Recent locations include the snowy Colorado Mountains, sandy Florida beaches and the remote Pacific Northwest Olympic Rainforest. Delivering top service for exclusive fashion brands, Shoot It Productions customises all aspects of a project including, but not limited to, casting, location scouting, art buying, and project coordination.

The company has a boutique-style philosophy that ensures the highest standards for prompt attention to the smallest details, achieving all objectives seemingly effortlessly, under budget, and with a happy, positive attitude.

Industrial Color has been on the forefront of innovation for capture and post-production to serve the creative vision of the fashion, media, music, retail, and advertising industries. Industrial Color offers a full suite of creative production and post-production services, including digital still and video capture, colour grading and video editing, CGI and VFX, and custom sound design.

Industrial Color is part of Industrial Color Brands, a family of integrated creative production companies.

It has been a fantastic year for Pop Capture Digital. The company's love for photography has pushed it towards more and more editorials by accomplished photographers Greg Lotus and Frederic Auerbach, from Spain to shoot Real Madrid star James Rodriguez to every beach and desert in California.

The company's production and retouching department has also been growing fast. Pop Capture Digital remains available for creative projects while its arsenal of equipment has grown so much that it can now cover multiple full-scale advertising productions.

"Life has never been more productive in Los Angeles!"

DigitalFusion provides professional digital capture services and over the counter equipment rentals to top industry photographers, studios, and digital technicians.

DigitalFusion has met the demanding standards of clients for over nine years by delivering a premier digital capture experience from the first call to wrap. State-of-the-art digital cameras and equipment, rapid file delivery via DFStudio, and superior client relationships are what sets the company apart from the rest.

On location or in studio, DigitalFusion's staff of certified digital capture technicians and in-house technical support crews are capable of accomplishing any request.

Impact Digital is a retouching and CGI super boutique. The award-winning team of top retouchers, CGI artists, and production experts focus on achieving the vision and brand identity of each clients’ projects from editorial work to global campaigns.

Impact Digital’s reputation is built on a passion for excellence and dedication to clients’ needs. These values drive everything the company does from client service to the quality of its work. All types of projects are embraced, ranging from high profile international campaigns to the experimental work of individual photographers.

"To us, every project is unique and must produce consistently beautiful results that clearly promote specific brand identity. The ability to deliver quality work begins with our talented and dedicated staff."

The team has been carefully chosen from a variety of backgrounds including photography, fine art, painting, 3D modeling, and graphic design. The combination of disciplines enables Impact Digital to provide solutions that consistently exceed client expectations.

Mette Boesgaard is an artist working in the field of Illustration. Her passion for fashion and her feminine and contemporary touch has gained her much respect in the field and she loves the process, from idea to final artwork.

Mette graduated from the Graphic Arts Institute of Denmark in 2003 and has since worked as an art director and illustrator. She is a skilled freehand illustrator but also uses the computer, taking advantage from both. Mette’s illustrations have an element of roughness in a very feminine universe - using the perfectly controlled pencil in combination with the uncontrollable and rough ink.

Her colour palette is rich and varied and she always has a contemporary and fashion-forward edge. Mette has worked on everything from packaging and in-store posters to advertising campaigns, outdoor signage and fashion editorials for Elle magazine.

Elizabeth Chang is a make-up and hair stylist based in the San Francisco Bay Area, but who travels to Los Angeles based on the assignment. She specialises in make-up for beauty, fashion and print work and some of her clients include Revlon, Netflix, Buick, Toyota, Elle China, Vanity Fair and Hero Magazine.

Elizabeth aims to use her beauty techniques to help people achieve their goals and is known for her positivity, equanimity and speed on set.

2010 Studio is a 10,000 sq. ft. production studio conveniently located between Santa Monica, Downtown LA and Long Beach - minutes from LAX and the beach.  2010 Studio is perfect for a wide range of photographic needs. 

Studio 1 measures 3000 square feet and is a north facing daylight studio with 12' windows, hair and make-up room, and shooting area of 43' x 43'. Studio 2 measures 3500 square feet complete with prep or set kitchen, large skylight.  and a shooting area of 37' x 65'.

A large commercial prep kitchen connects both studios with modern appliances, commercial refrigerators and freezers, as well as plenty of counter space for prep and styling.

Both stages have 16’ ceilings, large roll-up doors, black out curtains, 6 ton AC units, ground floor access for easy load in/load out, 100 amp power and a client lounge. The company offers equipment rental, prop and surface rental, with plenty of free, secure on-site parking and is pet friendly.

Smashbox Studios is known throughout the industry as a hub for world-class photographers and directors to shoot important content for major magazines, ad campaigns, music and entertainment projects, and brand visuals.

The studios were founded in 1990 by Dean and Davis Factor, great grandsons of acclaimed Hollywood make-up artist Max Factor and in 1996 Dean and Davis launched Smashbox Cosmetics.

This year Smashbox Studios’ 25,000 square foot facility returns as the premier creative and event destination in Los Angeles, following a total facility renovation and partnership with Industrial Color Brands. The relationship with Industrial Color Brands combines 25 years of experience in pioneering photo, video and studio production and technology, bringing next-level service to the iconic space.

Palm Springs Grip & Lighting (PSGL) is located in the heart of the Coachella Valley and is equipped and ready to meet the grip, lighting, camera and production needs of profesionals working in the commercial and entertainment industries.

Aside from equipement PSGL also offers studio space, white cyc. walls, a green-screen room, concrete studio, and product shooting areas making it a one-stop-shop when travelling to the Greater Palm Springs area.

La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival is the first international fashion film festival founded in North America.

It is the world’s largest gathering of fashion film-makers, representing the global marketplace of fashion film. LJIFFF is where Hollywood connects with the world of fashion film. The event is also home to the world renowned International Fashion Film Awards which presents the very best in their fields.

Featuring networking, deal-making, seminars and panels, film screenings, press receptions, after-parties and awards, all set in a world class seaside resort.

The world’s newest global fashion community takes place July 24 - 25 at the La Jolla's Museum for Contemporary Arts.