london Nov 2016

Housed in Grade II listed Ladbroke Hall, Sunbeam Studios’ spaces are full of interesting features, from their marble terrazzo mezzanine balconies to their sumptuous oak panelled Boardroom.

This boutique studio complex offers a photographic service that is truly one of a kind, with fantastic daylight, drive-in access, infinity coves as well as private gardens and numerous break-out spaces.

Its studios, ranging from 600 to 3200 sq. feet, can be tailored to suit productions of any scale or budget and have come to be favoured by the likes of Victoria Beckham, Gucci and Valentino.

One of London's most atmospheric rental locations, Camden Park Studios is located in a de-consecrated 19th Century Church in the London borough of Camden.

Two adjacent studios provide nearly 2000 sq. ft. of shooting space, with 20 ft. high beamed trusses, bare wooden floors, exposed brick walls and an attractive mezzanine meeting/chill out area accessed by a stone spiral staircase overlooking the large studio. The smaller studio provides an intimate space for casting, still life or a supplementary prep room.

A fully equipped prep kitchen, model changing area and shower room are also accommodated and 70mb broadband is available throughout.

x is an independent film and television production company based in London. It makes high-quality promos, commercials, music videos, documentaries, narrative fiction, and digital content for agencies, brands, and broadcasters — and often just for the company. Its core team is supported by a family of freelancers, meaning its overheads is low and its fees competitive.

x shoots on all digital formats, on all budgets. Need motion graphics? No problem. Want it scripted, shot, edited and delivered by the end of the week? Easy. It's also the only production company that invests all of its profits back into its own independent films.

Lo And Behold represent a select roster of photographers and illustrators, provide full service production for stills and moving image, as well as art buying services within their global network of artists.

Clients include international brands such as Apple, Levi’s, Nike and Gap yet personal artistic practice remains at the heart of the agency and informs projects and exhibitions such as the hugely acclaimed 'Return of the Rudeboy'.

"Collaborating with Amy and her team is like being with good friends. Lo And Behold are creative problem solvers." Droga 5 (NYC)

"With Lo And Behold, God is in the detail; tirelessly intuitive, inventive and resourceful." StudioThomson

Vue represents 10 photographers who have been very busy this year working with clients such as O2, Sainsbury’s, Toyota, Diageo, Footlocker, Tesco, VW and on their own personal work.

With their lifestyle, still life, food and drink, sport, landscape, and sport photographers, there is something for everyone - but pop on down to the website to see what all the excitement’s about.

We Folk is a London-based artist management company representing outstanding award-winning talent in the fields of advertising, fashion and fine art photography.

"We have worked hard to secure a position of excellence and expertise in the competitive field of commissioned photography and film at the highest level and have longstanding relationships with the leading creative agencies and brands in the global market.

We repeatedly deliver expert advice to our clients along with a quality of service, cost effective solutions and a creative approach to problem solving.

We’re also friendly, practical and like to tell it how it is. We also like to have fun too!"

With studios conveniently located in Central London's vibrant West End, the Biggs Represents team is perfectly situated to tackle any commercial and photographic advertising assignments. The two studios on Great Portland Street are well equipped, including full kitchen facilities for food shoots, and well served by tube, mainline rail and London's main road routes.

Producer Laura Forrest represents her four photographers; Chris Biggs, Sarah Jane Leggett, Tristan Townley, and Sally Hamer. Laura provides production support and shoot management for all projects large and small. Working closely with photographer and client, Laura can help with every step of the planning process, coordinating practical and creative considerations to ensure that every shoot runs smoothly, efficiently on time and on budget.

The four photographers have a wealth of experience in all specialities including food and drink, still life, lifestyle photograpy, and moving image.

The team at Horton-Stephens represents a world-class group of photographers and CGI artists that also produce moving images. No surprise then that they’ve been rushed off their feet shooting campaigns for HSBC, Mastercard, Nivea, TUI, Tesco, Vodafone and many more over the last few weeks.  

As always, there’s a vibrant and constantly changing set of work on their website and it’s always worth visiting their news page to see the very latest. On the website, visitors will also find Platform (click here), their place to showcase bright new talent, as well as sister company Horton’s Short’Uns, dedicated to shooting the moving image.

Esser Associates represents five award-winning photographers plus a team of videographers and editors including:

Ashley Cameron - People and places.

Ed Lee - Cars and more cars and also specialises in 360 cars.

Daniel Smith - People, sports and celebrities.

Earl Smith - Still life, food and drink.

Alister Thorpe - Cars and people.

MWM - Video of all descriptions including 360 VR.

The agency has over 20 years experience and offers a full production service if required.

Recent clients include New Balance, Suzuki, Fiat, Jaguar, Warner Bros and Huawei.

Sarah Kaye Representation is a leading London-based photographic and styling agency, providing some of the best industry talent along with full production services across the fashion, homes, interiors, food and beauty industries.

Over the past 19 years, the agency's artists have worked for a wide range of clients including Asprey, Boden, Burberry, Claridges, Colefax and Fowler, Daks, Debenhams, Diesel, Dorchester Collection, Fortnum & Mason, Galleries Lafayette, Harrods, House of Fraser, John Lewis, Joules, Kenzo, Lacoste, Liberty, Laura Ashley, Mappin & Webb, Marks & Spencer, Mulberry, Natuzzi, Neptune, Osborne & Little, Paul Smith, Radisson, Romo, Selfridges, The White Company, Waitrose, Wedgewood, William Yeoward and Zoffany.

Get in touch via email for further information on any of the artists or production services.

Providing clients with a bespoke creative service, full production resources and expert industry advice, the Process team produces innovative visual projects that embrace the changing trends of the creative industry.

Proudly representing a family of award-winning photographers, Process works on a wide range of international assignments supporting Dirk Rees, Simon Winnall, Louisa Parry, Gareth Sambidge, Chris Turner, Dario Mitidieri and Simon Webb.

Creative collaborations have seen the Process team shoot for a host of leading brands across both the still and moving image platforms, most recently for Molton Brown, Godiva, Sony, FedEx, Wagamamma, and Bicester Village.

Since its foundation over 20 years ago, Sue Allatt Creative has built a formidable reputation as one of the foremost creative agencies. Based in the heart of the media hub in central London, the agency represents some of the most sought-after photographers and film-makers in the industry.

Dedicated to bringing the best out of a shoot, Sue Allatt Creative prides itself on providing a professional, knowledgeable and friendly service tailored to suit each client's budget and needs.

The agency works with a wide range of commercial and editorial clients, including Nespresso, Fujitsu, adidas, Resorts World, Singapore Airlines, Farrow & Ball, Virgin Media, Mentos, Krispy Kreme, Hiscox, Air France, AXA, Universal Music, Land Rover, Audi and Enertor.

Heatwave Pictures is a creative production studio, bringing together a powerful cocktail of skills and experience. Specialising in food industry imagery, from the field to the exquisite feast on the table.

There is now an explosion of food films being produced, but the food itself often looks like an afterthought. Heatwave Pictures is different - their passion is the food - and it shows. The core of the company is the collaboration between each director on every project.

From creating social media hit campaigns to filming commercials, Heatwave Pictures works with clients to make content they need, and their audience will love.

Born in Bahrain, Zena Holloway travelled the world working as a scuba instructor developing a passion for underwater photography as she went. Self-taught, Zena creates images that are striking, instinctive, and widely exhibited.

Her work has featured in Paris Match and The Sunday Times, whilst she has been commissioned by clients such as B&H (Leo Burnett, Mexico), Elle Style Awards, English National Opera, Rita Ora, The Royal Ballet, Kyle Minogue, Georg Jensen, Pepsi, Westfield, Speedo, Radox (Grey), Camay (Leo Burnett, Hong Kong), Rosemount Wine (RKCR/Y&R), Nike, Herbal Essences (Leo Burnett, London), Umbro, Olay (Saatchi & Saatchi NY), Jacuzzi (Y&R San Fran), Greenpeace (Saatchi & Saatchi, London) Dolland & Aitchison (DFGW) and Shangri-La (O&M, HongKong). Her recent show in Korea toured five major cities during 2015 and 2016.

“The water brings the magic,” says the London-based photographer. “Life is too real, and when you go underwater somehow reality disappears and you’re presented with something more interesting."

Zena’s work deviates from the stereotypical directness associated with underwater photography, as she strives to push the boundaries of her imagination and the limits of creativity. The result is truly magical imagery that has resulted in worldwide acclaim.

Zena lives on the outskirts of London with her husband and three young children in a converted MoD underground torpedo-testing centre.

Andre Silva is a London-based photographer shooting a mix of sports, lifestyle and landscapes.

Andre loves to document how athletes interact with their surroundings, whether it's a snowy mountain range, rough seas or a sports hall, from amateurs to seasoned professionals.

Recent clients include the RNLI, Gore, Beats by Dre and Red Bull.

Howlett Photography offers authentic creative product photography with technical perfection: crafting beautiful, fresh, still life advertising imagery with luxury goods, jewellery, cosmetics, perfumes and fragrances, food and liquid and fashion accessories.

Clients include: Selfridges, House of Fraser, Boots, Tesco, M&S, SHO Jewellery, Illamasqua, and Olixar.

For over a decade, Howlett Photography director Chris Howlett has been a creative leader in advertising photography, based in London and in the new start-up capital, Croydon.

"Driven by perfection. Always innovating, we work with the latest high resolution medium format digital capture combined with the latest post production techniques, creating stunning imagery for billboard, magazine and web-based advertising.

Creative. Authentic. Perfection."

Leo Acker's bold and imaginative work makes him one of London's most sought-after still life photographers.

Over the last 17 years, Leo has developed a unique creative photographic style combined with precise digital skills.

From his studio in Shoreditch and on location, Leo shoots for a very wide range of clients.

Leo has just completed the Christmas Guide for Liberty and shot the Beauty Awards 2016 for Women’s Health Magazine.

Recent commissions also include work for The Financial Times, Marks & Spencer, Russell & Bromley, John Lewis, Fenwick, Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Red and Glamour Magazine.

Howard Kingsnorth has built upon his aerial photography skills and with new technology allied to his energetic creativity to produce some stunning new work for both his clients and his own personal portfolio.

Recent new work for client M&G Asset Management through agency Arthur London features aerial shots of London, Amsterdam and Tokyo.

Born in Australia, Damien Van Der Vlist began his career shooting fashion at the age of 18. He moved to Sydney where he honed his photography skills and in 2006, began travelling extensively with his career. During this time, he shot in New Zealand, Italy and Germany, before eventually settling in London, where he has been based for the last six years.

Damien is best known for his conceptual approach to shooting fashion and advertising. His unique style incorporates visual storytelling, capturing the essence and narrative of the overall idea. This has enabled him to shoot for an array of published magazines, as well as repeat campaigns for independent labels within the UK.

His clients have included Air New Zealand, Nescafé, FHM, Highsnobiety, Black Magazine, Bloomberg Pursuits, Harry Stedman, MA.STRUM, Suprembeing and Realm & Empire to name a few.

It has been a hive of activity in Jonathan Knowles's Studio.

The year started off with a fantastic John Smith’s shoot with adam&eveDDB. A Pure Coffee Pleasures McCafé shoot for TBWA\Zürich won a Gold in Graphis, and Jonathan worked with Purple Creative to make a fantastic image for Glenfiddich Solera Reserve creating ‘alchemy in a barrel’, with an animation for Instagram that is the newest addition to this year's showreel.

The studio started 2016 by mailing out the latest of Jonathan's booklet portfolios; this edition showcases the best of Jonathan's drinks photography. Please get in touch by email if you'd like a copy.

To keep up to date with all the latest shoot news you can also follow Jonathan on Instagram.

David Parfitt has more than two decades of experience specialising in still life. He has an expert's eye for lighting and composition, and a flawless attention to detail.

Based in Clerkenwell, Central London, David's studio is fully equipped from capture to post production.

Recent clients include: John Lewis, Debenhams, Marks & Spencer, Conde Nast Tatler, and P&G fragrances.

Working from his studio in Hoxton East London, Dan is a food and still life photographer whose love of still life has enabled him to develop an intuitive and graphic style.

His technical knowledge of lighting and use of both large and medium formats have informed his concept-based personal work and have led to collaborations with food stylists and set designers on a range of editorial and advertising campaigns.

More recently, Dan has shot a range of food and still life campaigns for KFC, Subway, British Airways, Selfridges and Vivienne Westwood among others.

Clara is a photographer who takes commissions in fashion, beauty and portraits. She finds inspiration in films, art and music. Clara's photos have been published in Europe and countries like China, USA and Dubai.

Based in London since 2002, Clara shoots fashion editorials, advertisement campaigns and lookbooks for the fashion industry in locations all over the world.

With a MA in Photographic studies, Clara was awarded by the University of Westminster with the Media and Creative Industries scholarship.

It is coming towards the end of the year and Gareth Morgans has been very busy, continuing his work as a food and lifestyle photographer with clients such as M&S, Singha, Waitrose and Jamie Oliver. Also just released is 'The Indian Cookery Course' cook book by Monisha Bharadwaj, published by Kyle Books, which took Gareth on an incredible culinary learning journey.

"Gareth’s gorgeous images will continue to make us yearn for the delicious and sometimes the ‘not so healthy food’! Keep an eye out to see what Gareth has in store for us over the Christmas period and the New Year!"

Kids fashion photographer.

Shooting in uk and abroad for clients including Next, Boden, John Lewis, Mothercare, AlexandAlexa, Matalan, Debenhams.

New editorials out now for Harrods, Tatler, Hooligans and ET Magazine.

Represented by Zara Ronchi.

Headed by an award-winning former creative director, Malcolm SK Fitt brings over 20 years’ experience with previous clients having included the BBC, Discovery, BMW, Virgin and NatGeo.

Malcolm works across the globe working with top-end clients in the fashion, lifestyle and travel industries.

Recognised as being the new ‘go to’ photographer for a unique underwater experience, Malcolm SK Fitt Photography prides itself on its distinct style. With commissions from clients worldwide his talent is being admired in prestigious creative studios within the industry.

His unique and distinct approach to his work enables him to showcase a breathtaking portfolio of work.

Graham Tooby has been taking photographs professionally for over 16 years. He has vast experience working directly with clients as well as advertising agencies and is always up for a challenge. Graham is looking to the future for many more challenging and fun projects.

Known for his meticulous approach to his work, he is always hands on with great attention to detail and problem solving expertise. He has shot with many clients globally.

James Hole is a commercial and editorial photographer based in Brighton and London.

His atmospheric decluttered approach to creating images, paired with subtle lighting and minimal post production has led him to create work for advertising and editorial clients across the UK and USA.

Recent commissions include Psychology Today, The Telegraph Magazine, Gourmet Burger Kitchen and Polydor.

Carlos Lumiere was greatly influenced at a young age by his father's work as a photographer. In 1989 Carlos moved from Spain to Miami to work as photographer for a Spanish press agency, and it was here that he decided to devote his career and life to high-fashion photography. A devotion to photography jettisoned him to cities around the world, allowing Carlos to develop a stunning and diverse portfolio.

His photos are best known for blending classic lines with luscious colours and textures. His style is rich, emotive and dynamic. It's this that attracts high-profile fashion designers, advertising campaigns and magazines to work with him, including L’Oréal, Balenciaga, Harper's Bazaar, Harrods, Hackett, Vivienne Westwood, Valore, Royal Ascot, Elle, FHM and GQ.

Carlos now divides his time between his studio Lumiere London, working for his own magazine Fashiopolis, and searching for his next great shoot.

LSdigi is a boutique digital capture hire company based in London, offering the most advanced equipment in the UK along with highly skilled digital operators.

LSdigi has built close relationships with a number of photographers, agencies and production companies in providing digital operators, lighting techs and high-end digital capture equipment hire.

LSdigi stays at the forefront of new technology and stocks the new Hasselblad H5X, PhaseOne IQ250 Digital Backs, The New Mac Pro, colour critical Eizo Monitors and Inovativ Equipment Carts.

Recent projects include Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Molton Brown, Adidas, 212NYC, Warner Brothers, GARAGE Magazine, Urban Outfitters, MatchesFashion, Marie Claire, Net-A-Porter and many more.

"At Steve Edge Design, we believe in relationships - with our clients and their brands. And brands, like people, need to build a special relationship with the people they are talking and selling to. Not everyone understands this relationship as well as we do."

Steve Edge is a branding guru (and honorary eagle dancer of a North American Indian tribe). Whether it’s a website for a rubber grommet factory or brand direction for the world’s oldest jewellery house, Steve’s passion for delivering inspirational stories is the same as it was when he founded the agency over 30 years ago.