london Sep 2015

The Great British Production Company is delighted to announce a brand new and exclusive location partnership with the Althorp Estate. Home to the Spencer family for over 500 years, the estate is now available for selected film and stills opportunities through The Great British Production Co.

The company's network of producers across the UK is unique and can bring clients the very best of what the UK has to offer in terms of locations and production, no matter where they want to shoot.

"Our location partnerships also mean we can take you places no other production company can."

PCM collaborates with some of the most talented photographers and high profile clients, having produced shoots in the UK and London as well as around Europe and the world for over 25 years.

From its office in London, a city teeming with fantastic locations and talented people, PCM approaches each project with energy and enthusiasm.

Its extensive production services include location scouting, casting, crew recommendations and negotiation, equipment rental, travel, hotel bookings and even a great cup of tea when needed on set!

Visit the website to get in touch.

"Och Aye the noo, Hoots mon, Haud yer whist, Slàinte." A unique language for a unique country with amazing and unique locations.

"Filming Scotland is waiting to take you on an awe inspring production trip for your next project."

Recent clients who have taken this journey include Stella Artois, Adidas Taylormade, AA, Iceland, Haig Whisky, Polish fashion house Solar as well as regular clients Sky Sports and Starz/Sony for 'Outlander' season two.

"Bi Anail!"

Pressure Drop Pictures is a complete creative film production company based in the heart of Soho, London. Whether its commercials, brand films, idents or award winning promos, from concept to completion the team will look after every stage of production.

"Creative and collaborative, excitable yet experienced, we are happiest when we do what we do best - creating!"

Pressure Drop Pictures is thrilled to announce a partnership with boutique post-production facility Thank You Mam. "After collaborating on projects regularly for over a decade, it was very clear that we work brilliantly together and make a strong creative team. It was the next logical next step forward,“ says Tim Lacey, Founder and Creative Director at Pressure Drop Pictures.

Clients include Sony Entertainment Television, Viacom, Discovery Network,  AXN, Johnson and Johnson, International Herald Tribune, Juddmonte, BT and more.

Catherine Collins represents Anton Watts, Robert Wilson and Simon Page-Ritchie.

Featured in this Showcase is a selection of current work.

For updates visit the website or Facebook.

Gallery One and a Half and Robert Wilson's 'Helmand Return' exhibition at National Museums Scotland has been extended until April 2016.

JSR has just celebrated its 10 year anniversary. During this time the agency has grown from a handful of photographers to representing over 50 photographers, illustrators, CGi and motion artists. JSR can produce any shoot, anywhere, offering clients a full production service and art buying should they require it. 

Recent highlights include PEROU shooting global advertising campaigns for Adidas and Pearl Drops, John Bennett shooting luxury jewels for De Beers, and Omer Knaz's editorial projects for Tatler and Harrods. Lee Brimble has worked with Shell, BMW and Honda and Matt Hind shot Nigel Cabourn's AW15 menswear campaign.

The agency recently signed photographer Satoshi Minakawa, whose clients include Japanese Vogue, BT, Guinness, Asics, Honda and Mercedes, as well as beauty and celebrity photographer Simon Songhurst who works with editorial and commercial clients including Dove, L'Oréal, Nivea and Boots.

Peter Yip is a London-based fashion, beauty and advertising photographer.

Elements of strong emotional undertones are strongly present throughout his work, whether he is focusing on fashion, beauty or advertising assignments one will recognise his captivating signature.

Since starting of his career he has quickly excelled and has worked with celebrities, clients and magazines including L’Officiel, L’Oréal, Yves Saint Larent, Vogue Italia, Toni & Guy, Idol Magazine, Costume.DK, Schon Magazine and Pixie Lott, among others.

Richard Wadey is an advertising photographer shooting lifestyle and location based images for agencies and brands worldwide. Having been commissioned to shoot in over 80 countries - from the Arctic to Antarctica, and most places in-between - he is used to working in varied and unusual locations.

After studying cinematography Richard worked in the film industry for several years, developing a skill for lighting the moving image - it was whilst working in LA that he rediscovered his love for photography and 12 years on, he is in as much in demand today for his beautifully lit lifestyle and location imagery. Richard has also seen professional recognition, most recently winning his second AoP award for his work on Eurostar.

Richard is represented in London by Morgan Lockyer.

Peter Cassidy is an experienced food and lifestyle photographer based in london.

Shooting advertising, packaging and editorial commissions both in the studio and on location, he has recently worked on the M&S Style website shooting everything from crabs to craft beers, as well as ice cream for Harrods Magazine and a new book with James Martin by Quadrille Publishing that will be out in September.

His clients include Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Asda, Dairy Crest, Baxter's, Tilda Bloomsbury, Quadrille Publishing, Kyle Books and RPS. He has shot for Harrods Magazine, The Sunday Times, The Guardian, The Telegraph, Red, Food & Travel, Good Food, Olive, Delicious and Jamie Magazine.

Be sure to visit his previous Production Paradise features for more images.

David Parfitt has been specialising in high-end product still life for a wide range of blue chip clients for more than two decades.

Based in Clerkenwell, Central London his studio is situated on the top floor of an old dress factory with high beamed ceilings, 2000 sq. ft. of studio space with kitchen, offices and dedicated high-end retouching facilities.

David has recently completed commissions for Mappin & Webb Jewellers, John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Pandora Jewellery, Clarins and Kiko Cosmetics.

Shooting worldwide from his base on the outskirts of London, Mike Ellis captures people young and old at work and play, putting his subjects at ease to shoot engaging portraits or capturing the moment in his natural reportage style.

Working for a  wide range of editorial, corporate and advertising clients, Mike is always looking for a great story to tell, whether as part of a large production team working in collaboration or alternatively with a stripped back, quiet "fly on the wall" approach.

Recent clients include Anglo American, Apple, ASL Aviation, Beiersdorf AG, BLM Law, Capita, Cinram Logistics, Development Securities, Energy Saving Trust, Eurocommercial Properties, Friends Life, GKN, ITV, Johnson Matthey, Riverstone Energy, Smurfit Kappa Group, Stanton House, Stroke Association, Vodafone and William Hill.

Sally Rose is a London-based photographer who specialises in fashion and portraiture. She has won multiple awards for her photography from the likes of AOP and NME Music.

Her previous clients include Topshop, Amazon, The BBC, Channel 4 and Republic Clothing.

Visit her website to get in touch or view more of Sally’s work.

Since launching Neil Fraser Photography in 2006, Neil's career has grown rapidly with assignments in the UK, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

Known for his ability to interpret a broad range of subject matter with flexibility and an unflappable disposition, Neil is widely recognised for his invigorating cinematic style.

Neil is constantly working between personal, editorial, and commercial projects, and loves to travel.

Recent notable clients include Bonhams, Bahrain National Holdings, Mercedes-Benz, RM Auctions, Sotheby’s, Kaplan, H&H Classics, Study Group, Kia and Classic Cars Magazine.

"Based in a converted church hall in Camden, my passion for photography emerges from creative and engineering backgrounds. Having gained much experience before the advent of Photoshop, I consider myself priviliged to be one of few photographers able to merge an understanding of 'organic' photography whilst embracing everything digital.

"Photography and retouching are inextricably part of the same process of image creation. Photography and retouching often happen simultaneously. I often involve my retouchers in the capacity of digital operator at the shooting stage as I believe it is imperative that photography and retouching retain a common thread."

"I'm very much still a food and drink photographer but increasingly I get asked to produce more and more videos as well as direct. I started off working in video so in many ways I'm coming full circle.

Featured in this Showcase is a small collection of recent videos I produced myself with my small team, under the banner of 'videography'.

The two videos for Budweiser Budvar were shot recently at their brewery in České Budějovice, Czech Republic. The idea was to project the mystique and the 'alchemy' of the business.

The video for BD Foods is a timelapse set to dramatic music. The idea was to emphasise the sheer bloody hard work it takes to continuously produce high quality food accompaniments. Sounds very boring but I think you'll find the video interesting.

"The Cocktail Bar" was for World Duty Free, shot on location at Home House here in London. The final video was for 'Baker of the Year' Dan DeGustibus. His enthusiasm and passion for his business is unparalleled and we hope it shows in our video."

Sam Hofman is a London-based still life photographer whose work follows a graphic, clean narrative that often uses unusual ways to show beautiful products and objects. Sam works across editorial and advertising, with some recent clients including Nike, Wallpaper*, Jonhnie Walker and Guinness.

He is represented in the UK by Making Pictures.

For over 25 years Barry Willis has been producing powerful and engaging imagery for editorial, corporate and advertising clients.

“I love the collaboration of working with a creative team on large productions, but equally, I relish the individual approach when I’m shooting editorial stories or personal work.”

Barry’s genuine interest in people immediately puts his subjects at ease. Whether it’s chatting to a busy CEO, having a cup of tea with the family of a sick child, or directing professional models or actors, it is the subtle personal connection that is key to his images.

So far this year, Barry has shot national campaigns for National Bingo Game, Nuffield Health, Leo Vegas and Abbeyfield. His work has also been in high demand from corporate clients including British Land, ICAEW, Morgan Sindell, Royal London, SOCO, SP Angel, Low & Bonar and Lavendon.

Jean Cazals is one of the world’s leading food and lifestyle photographers, winning numerous awards in London and abroad for his photography. He has a unique eye and style through his use of natural light and styling to create beautiful images with high impact.

Jean is devoted to food as much as photography. His passion and understanding of the business brings expertise to every project across editorial, design, publishing or advertising. Jean’s long list of clients as well as the numerous chefs with whom he has enjoyed working for 20 years provide a final seal of approval.

Based in his London studio, Jean loves shooting on location. Nothing excites him more that diversity and a new challenge!

Visit his brand new website to see the full spectrum of his talent across food and life style photography. Be sure also to check out his previous Production Paradise publications.

“Jean is a creative photographer who will always find smarter solutions to projects. He's willing to go above and beyond to improve his vision; he is also fun to work with.” Nadine Ghazzawi - Senior Account Manager at Ogilvy & Mather.

“Jean is one of the best food photographers in the business, and it's always a pleasure to work with him.” Sarah Lavelle - Publishing Director at Quadrille.

Nigel Hudson is an international photographer based in the UK with 25 years of experience working inside organisations.

Nigel’s strength lies in his ability to work with people, often in sensitive areas. His relaxed manner and uncanny ability to put people at their ease means that he is a favourite with clients who want to capture natural moments that reveal the attitude, the style and the ambience of their organisation.

His experience is extensive, having worked with clients such as Barclays, Sainsbury’s, Royal Bank of Canada, Nationwide, O2, Yahoo! and British Gas.

Over recent decades, Carlos Lumiere has developed a unique portfolio through living and working in New York, Paris, Miami, Hamburg, Munich and Milan.

Carlos has recently been busy shooting editorials for Harper's Bazaar and Elle magazines, campaigns for Sorapol and East Club as well as commercial jobs for Longines Royal Ascot and Pepe Jeans.

Parallel to all this, he has been working as creative director in the setting up of Fashiopolis Magazine, a new film and fashion publication. There will soon be an exhibition of his work at the exclusive Home House in London. In addition to all this, Victor Hassleblad recently selected Carlos as one of seven up-and-comping fashion photographers.

As his name suggests, Carlos Lumiere is a true master of lighting. He combines his passion for composition and architecture with rich and colourful design to give his photographs an edgy and unique style that is contemporary, yet timeless.

His clients include Christian Lacroix, Vivenne Westwood, Dunhill, Hackett, Harrods and L’Oréal. His editorials have been published in magazines such as Vogue, ID, GQ, ICON, and Stylist to name a few. Realis Art Gallery in Monaco and Thompson Marylebone in London have both been the home to Carlos’s exhibited work in the past.

Visit his website for more information.

Ed Lee has been a professional photographer for over 25 years, working mostly with automotive clients.

Recently he has been working on projects for Honda. The shots featured in this Showcase were mostly made in the studio using backplates supplied by himself or stock images. The Civic shots were created on location in Portugal with product updates added in the studio.

These techniques saved having to transport and hide embargoed cars, avoiding security and logistical problems while providing great creative control.

Operating out of his Central London studio, Andy Seymour specialises in food, drink and still life photography.

Visit his website for more information.

"I specialise in liquids and still life film and photography. I enjoy the challenges of both mediums. With film I get to tell my story and take the viewer on a journey, with stills I can say everything about the product in one amazing image.

I create unique film and images by using many elements and bringing them all together through post production. I believe in creating something out of nothing, creating emotion an identity, and most importantly being able to bring the most challenging products to life.

Recent work includes Glenfiddich, Nike, Peroni, Vodafone, Avios, Laimon Fresh, Gillette, Durex and Tom Ford.

My personal work forms most of my contributions to Gallery Stock, Getty, Corbis, and One Eyeland. Latest awards incluce One Eyeland and Graphis for advertising still life."

Pixeleyes provides clients with a creative and hassle-free service. Based in central London, the company works across still life, liquids, advertising, fashion and beauty photography.

Specialists in creating stunning quality imagery, Pixeleyes was established 10 years ago with the philosophy of paying the closest attention to detail to the creation of high-end still life photography. The company is well known for its use of liquids and special effects to create spectacular beauty, fashion and product stills.

"What drives us is making the impossible a reality."

Visit the website for more information.

Experienced London-based photographer Michael Austen has been busy shooting portraits for Forbes, documentary images for Macmillan Cancer Support, and corporate reportage for Dell, LinkedIn and Airbus Group.

Visit his website for more information.

Douglas Kurn is a portrait and corporate photographer based out of London. The images featured in this Showcase were shot for Alpha Hospitals and Halo Medical. The Alpha Hospitals portraits were used as part of a recruitment drive, whilst the Halo Medical images were used to emphasise the craftsmen and their skills in making custom designed orthotic shoes.

One of the Halo Medical Portraits has been selected for the Association Of Photographers 32nd Annual Awards.

Call +44(0)7711 545813 or email for more information.

Rowan Fee is a London-based still life photographer who combines his obsession for detail and fascination with lighting to create flawless graphic images.

Shooting for both commercial and editorial clients, recents commissions include Nike, John Lewis, Men’s Health, Esquire and BarclayCard.

Andrew Molyneux has over 25 years' experience shooting images for clients in the corporate and industrial sectors. His work takes him all over the world covering a vast range of subjects, shooting both stills and video. He has a reputation for delivering highly creative images without any hassle and enjoys the excitement and challenge of every shoot, whatever the location and subject. His easy-going approach enables him to get the best out of any situation.

Recent clients include Arriva, SAB Miller, UKTI, GE Aviation, TriTax, Cargill, Ultra Electronics, Welsh Government, Kliklok, Kuehne & Nagel and Walworth Academy.

For more information contact the studio on +44(0)1594 845561 or Andrew on +44(0)7836 661 460.

Lux is a London-based photographic studio offering comprehensive services from photography to CGI and retouching, along with resourcing and set building.

“Our focus is always on quality and consistency whilst fulfilling clients’ needs within budget and to deadline. We genuinely enjoy realising ideas and exceeding expectations.” Lee Pattison, Director.

A team of highly skilled individuals, Lux has many years' experience producing cosmetic, still life, interior and food and drink photography for advertising, brochure, packaging, editorial and publishing clients.

As a result, Lux enjoys long-standing relationships with many clients, including Molton Brown, Tigi, Elemis, Floris, Nip+Fab and Rodial.

BMA Models & Artists Agency is London’s leading modelling and artist management agency. The diversity and range of talent includes over 2000 models and artists.

• Male and female fashion and commercial models.
• Classic models (over 35-year old models).
• Sports models.
• Youngsters.
• Plus-size models.
• Hands, legs and feet models.
• Actors and actresses.
• Presenters.
• Dancers.
• Voice-over artists.
• Stylists, hair and make-up artists.
• ACTS.

BMA Models has cultivated relationships with some of the biggest name brands in the world and works relentlessly to build strong, trusted long-term relationships with clients and models. As a result, the company's highly experienced bookers can make positive recommendations based on sound in-depth knowledge of the models and their capabilities.

Visit BMA's websites for more details: bmamodels.com and bmaartists.com.

Karmer has been involved in some amazing installations this year, including pulling blocks of gold out of rocks and fabricating thousands of boxes to build a mini 5th Avenue for Tiffany.

The company also sculpted a model's head out of polystyrene and covered it with fake foliage for Vertu, and created a show-stopping fake tree for the British Designers collection.

All of this was achieved whilst still managing to pull off campaigns for Sephora with Nick Knight and Andy Tomlinson.

Loft Studios is a boutique studio complex in West London providing studio spaces and equipment hire for photographic shoots. The studios are built within a unique Victorian foundry, with six hire spaces consisting of location and traditional coved studios.

Services include complete production, on-site catering, location styling and equipment rental, along with private dining and meeting rooms available to hire.

Alongside sister company Film Plus, the team can accommodate all equipment requirements to produce outstanding results that satisfy any creative need. A team of experienced digital operators, lighting assistants and crew completes a 360-degree service.