germany Dec 2020

Avenger Photographers is a Munich-based photography agency representing leading beauty, fashion, portrait, people, advertising, sports and still life photographers.

“We are delighted to welcome Christoph Voy, Klaus Mellenthin and Steve Marais to our sparkling roster.  Christoph Voy is specialised in music, people, fashion, editorial and reportage photography. He lives in Berlin.

Klaus Mellenthin is an award winning photographer, living in Berlin. His specialities are portrait, corporate and reportage. He has been envolved in social projects for many years.

Steve Marais, born in South Africa, now living between Germany and Switzerland is an all-round talent. Mainly he works in lifestyle, fashion and active and outdoor. Moreover he also does stills and beauty shots.

For over 20 years, Avenger Photographers has been renowned for representing a professional and creative group of photographers. All of its individual photographers have been shooting new things so this Showcase only shows a small selection.

All recent shoots and latest news can be seen on our website."

Marius Krutschke is a German Frankfurt-based photographer, specialising in automotive and in industrial photography, showing people in their professional environment. He just had several shootings for a pharmaceutical company with one the world’s largest production-line located in Germany. The shootings were realised with a small team under the necessary conditions during the pandemic period.

He also continued his project of the bespoke tailoring, right before the quarantine regulations, in London’s Savile row.

Check out and follow his Instagram and have a look at his website.

Nils is a dynamic photographer specialising in product photography in Berlin. With over 10 years of experience, he is known for his creative compositions and great working relationships. 

Having found NW Studio, he now has the support of a team to make his clients' visions come to life. Whether it be beauty or jewellery he wants to deliver images that show off the features of the product and leave a memorable impact on the viewer. 

His clients range from small to large brand names such as Fielmann, Zoeva, VW, Nirvan Javan, Mint & Berry, aeyde, Jukserei, Frau Frieda, DGB and Salted.

Starting from January 2021 sports, people, lifestyle  photographer Michael Mueller is represented by Agency Neubauer from Munich.

“Photography makes the light work!" - this statement best describes his unique style and how he handles natural light. He skillfully masters the varieties of ambient light and light situations.

With his photography he wants to collect these moments and emotions to tell a story. They are visual tales about journeys to distant countries, big cities and lonely mountain worlds - little moments. Moments and emotions the viewer easily understands, gets touched by, feels and experiences through my imagery.

Natural light and the vagaries of the weather provide him with the framework for a scene. Adjustment, flexibility and teamwork are necessary to capture the atmosphere and emotion which in the end touches the viewer and pleases the customer.

Michael recently shot for clients including About you, BASF, Buff, DKV Mobility, Dynafit, Odlo, Otto Kern Fragrances, Powerbar, Superdry, Würth.

He will be on stay in Cape Town and available for shootings in January 2021.

Anne Mason-Hoerter is a Canadian photographer who experiments with the combining of multiple image scans with digital images in the areas of food and botanics. Her photographic imagery has won numerous International Awards across a variety of genres, especially in food advertising.

She was captivated very early on by extreme photographic manipulation techniques as a photographic student at the Ontario College of Art in Canada.

Anne is continuously in search of unconventional ways in which to present food and botanics, resulting in a body of work that sways between reality and surrealism.

She was a screening artist and nominee at the Food Photography Festival in Vejle, Denmark 2019, Grand Prize winner of the IPA Movement Awards, New York 2020 and shortlisted at the Pink Lady Food Photography Awards in London 2020.

Anne is currently living in both Germany and Canada.

Anatol loves elements, and he loves contrasts and fragments - in order to emphasise these he uses techniques and lighting skills which support a naturally distinctive look and feel.

In one of his latest works, to match the dynamic and young character of the newest AUDI A3 Sportback he captures the vehicle in urban, fresh surroundings. The choice of authentic models and striking poses accentuates the main idea. This project took place in sun-kissed Barcelona and the team produced six key visuals accompanied by 14 side shots.

Catching the last of October sunrays at the picturesque coast in Portugal, Anatol presents these vivid images produced for The Peak Surf House, beautifully narrating the story about that wonderful tense moment while awaiting for the next wave. Overall 15 images were shot, a little sneak peak of three for you.

"I cannot stress enough how glad I was to be shooting in the water once more, and I feel blessed to form part of this outstanding team. I sincerely hope to see you again very soon!“

Driven by passion, Anatol is always hungry for new adventures, in Germany and all over the globe! Among his clients you will find Alphabet, Bauerfeind, Generator Hotels, Mercedes Benz, Seat, Telekom and The New Aero. For more work please check his website and follow him on Instagram.

German photographer Markus Heimbach is based in Hamburg and Dubai. He stays in Dubai most of the time. But this year Corona requires his presence only in Germany - which is new, but successful for Heimbach. 

Featured in this Showcase is his new work for Peugeot and VW shot recently in northern Germany under perfect Indian summer conditions.

His customers include major industry and automobile corporations, ship owning and general aviation companies, as well as magazines, agencies and media publishing houses. 

In 2020 he has been working for clients from Dubai such as Six Senses, Zighy Bay Oman, Dubai Properties, Freiburg Lab Dubai, The Children's Medical Center Dubai, and in Germany for companies like HOYER, Peugeot, VW amongst others.

Patrick is a still life photographer who is based between Frankfurt, Darmstadt and Heidelberg. His main focus lies on still life and product photography.

He creates luxurious advertising shoots with lovely light gradients. In combination with stunning composites he produces advertisings that goes beyond reality.

In this Showcase Patrick Zasada would like to show some of his still life and 360-degree product photos.

Some of Patrick’s clients include Accor Hotel Group, Bellavia, Byodo, Continental, Chanel, CyrusOne, EbaraCorporation, Gerresheimer AG, Global Switch, Hessenagentur, Hilton Hotels, Interhomes AG, KT Bank, Medochemie, R+V, Vanguard Inc. and ZMS Zeppelin.

Hair, beauty and fashion photographer Vlado Golub understands how to combine light and aesthetics to create striking contemporary images that flaunt products and showcase philosophies of well-known brands.

Vlado's captivating images reveal intriguing beauty and a distinct sense for fashion. His empathic, energetic personality and his ability to easily connect to people creates a highly productive working atmosphere for everyone on set which reflects in the results. 

His studio is located in Stuttgart and serves clients including the Porsche Design Group, Hakro Corporate Fashion, MyMascara Manufaktur, Haute Cueture Magazin, Rodenstock, Bruno Söhnle Uhrenatelier, Fashy GmbH, Wella, L'Oréal, Hugo Boss, Olymp, GQ, bungalow., Luisa Cerano, Esisto, Kero-Design, Strenesse and Manhattan Cosmetics, among many others.

With the idea of the 'Metropolitan Gallery' of Saatchi, Michael Heinsen has created pictures for the international launch for Siemens home appliances. An international, high-quality, credible and unique look characterises these pictures.

In Corona times Michael has also created strong and atmospheric images for Amprion, a German Transmission System Operator.

Yuriy is a German photographer, born in Ukraine and now mostly based in Barcelona. 

His photographs are a mixture of elegance, burst of motion, atmospheric lights and precisely constructed compositions, where every element has its own place. Although Yuriy has already developed his recognisable style, his high technical knowledge, art director's thinking and curiosity to experiment make him a visual polyglot, which allows him to move flexibly between the photographic genres.

He is always well-prepared to meet his clients' needs. The combination of the German accuracy and the Eastern European spontaneity makes working with Yuriy fun, creative and reliable. Nevertheless Yuriy is also well connected with the production companies from Kiev, Ukraine, which can be helpful to find the most efficient solutions for the client's budget and needs while shooting in Eastern Europe.

As a passionate sports and martial arts practitioner for many years, Yuriy has worked as a model in the past. This all together gives him a much better understanding on how to direct his models, actors and athletes to get the best results.

Since 1994 Frank has worked as a commercial photographer in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Although his early focus was on classical still life photography, his innate love for cooking and eating started to become more present throughout his career and merged with his experience as a photographer.

Together with a team of international food stylists, stylists and set builders, he manages to relate single components extraordinarily and creates a unique atmosphere in his work. Frank's passion for food photography and the successful cooperation with his team always motivate him to go beyond.

Frank released several film projects for Bresso and Fol Epi. He also shot tasty images for the FrischeParadies calendar and McCafé / McDonald´s Germany.

Munich-based photographer Rainer Haeckl loves capturing people, at work and during their spare time. 

Specialising in corporate, sports and advertising photography, Rainer is regularly commissioned to shoot for a variety of related projects. 

Putting his subjects at ease, Rainer shoots engaging portraits and captures real life moments in his unique and authentic style.

Rainer spent many years as graphic designer and art director before his love for pictures made him swap to photography full time. Therefore he has a deeper understanding of the clients side and needs in a production. Most of the post-production work is done by himself.

Among his clients are leading global and local brands and ad agencies. Recent clients include BMW, Lindner Group, STEADFORCE, LEDVANCE, RSU Rating Service Unit, Sidley Austin, Watson Farley Williams, FT Club, ACISO.

If the question arises as to which project has been the most interesting in the last few months, then the Kickoff campaign for the divisible wheelchair wheel from the manufacturer Trivida is undoubtedly one of them. In addition to some testimonials, former track racer Kristina Vogel was photographed for the customer. The extensive production was preceded by a casting organised by Andreas.

Andreas loves to work with people who don't stand in front of the camera every day. In addition to the assignments, he always devotes himself to free projects. He is concerned with the highest degree of authenticity.

For Andreas, good preparation and organisation of a production is very important. He is known for this and his customers appreciate it. That you have to go the one or extra mile more for a good result is self-evident to him.

Andreas produces in the studio in Freiburg, Black Forest and can be booked internationally.

The merger of photo and film has been quite normal for Karsten Koch for years. Nowadays, however, more important than ever. Combining both style elements makes perfect sense for Karsten. In this way, he can easily serve the many different formats with your different requirements.

Efficiency is the goal when Karsten simply switches quickly between the camera systems, since the entire planning in terms of technology and light is directly coordinated with it. Karsten enjoys going even deeper, “The stories are simply told better.” Moving image with its possibilities through editing and music brings even more emotions into the image.

The "discovery" of customers and their products is an exciting journey for Karsten Koch. Whether it's about power supply and a campaign that is being produced in a large team parallel to the film: EON. Or for a medium-sized company from the logistics industry, where the vehicle fleet and the company are portrayed with the employees: PEMA. Or standing in the fields with a farmer in Serbia at sunrise: KWS. Up to the tourism industry, which would like to promote your hotel complex and the feeling of vacation during this time too: TUI.

In January Karsten Koch will be in South Africa for summer, with low numbers of infections and capacity for synergy effects.

By establishing their local unit “SPEEDBALL ONE” in early 2020, SPEEDBALL PRODUCTIONS went all-in on Germany with a strong focus and base in Hamburg, and “the North” as their playground with its pretty endless and divers possibilities.

They are poised to offer their clients locations and services on a world-class level, while sharing a truly local and sustainable experience. And yes of course, certified and safe! 

In their first year they had the pleasure to work with some amazing editorial and commercial photographers for magazines like ELLE, Schön! and Quality Magazine and brands like FILA, Burlington, Casamoda, Venti, Compass and Broadway.

Meanwhile, SPEEDBALL PRODUCTIONS keeps expanding their services to more places worldwide, now offering full production services in Germany, France, Italy, Morocco, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, the UK + Ireland, Greece, Canary Islands,  Dubai, Abu Dhabi, South Africa, Canada and USA.

Berlin-based full service production company Lunik presents its debut as a publisher for contemporary photography with Barbara Wolff’s "METROPOLIS, BERLIN" -a collection of 104 stunning black and white photographs, taken over the past two years. 

Wolff narrates the city from a new perspective, giving space to its secrets and visions, to the inherent chaos and tension between inhabitants and their urban space. 

Originally posted on Instagram, the photographs of the Metropolis series are collected in the 136-page hardcover book. The linen bound photo book was printed in Triplex on Hahnemühle paper at one of Germany’s oldest printers (DZA-Altenburg).

stillworks is an award wining full service production company near Frankfurt, Germany.

Awarded the German Brand Award 2020 for a renewable energy construction company shot shows that the effort stillworks puts into production translates for itself and their clients. 

stillworks team includes highly skilled photographers, videographers, drone operators and many more creative individuals who are eager to tell your stories.

stillworks produces film for tourism purposes, product presentations and other digital content like 3D visualisations, web design and photography that moves brands forward.

Boris has over 30 years of experience and expertise as a director and DOP. He is passionate about the art of filmmaking, challenging himself with each shot, looking to create new and innovative work that satisfies clients and audiences alike.

After starting his career as a lighting cameraman, Boris has shot everything from cars and beauty to food and drink. He has developed a unique visual style and has become a master of liquid, food, slow-motion, and special effects. His films often combine live-action with specialist cinematography to tell stories that capture the beauty and emotion of objects. 

Boris has shot in 26 countries, working with a diverse list of clients (Nestlé, Coca-Cola, Audi, L’Oréal, P&G, and Mercedes). Being freelance and not tied to any production company, he is able to work freely and flexibly on everything from small creative jobs for local companies to worldwide campaigns for large agencies and clients. He loves working with people, in or out of the studio, and is always developing new techniques to take his films to the next level.

He is available to work both as a freelance director and DOP as well as part of a full production service through ProductEye Studio. You can contact via email Boris or on +49 172 4535111.

"With more than 20 years of working as a stylist and costume designer I bring all the experience needed for your requests.  

After studying fashion design I started out working as designer for big houses like Versace and Moschino, plus had my own fashion brand for some years in the US.  

Besides I was a costume consultant on major international feature movies. Creating costumes was helpful for many advertising campaigns I was working on.  

Since travelling has always been my big love I feel thankful for my job taking me places.  

As they say: I love my job! And I mean it."

For more than 30 years, East West Models has been dedicated to developing and managing their new faces in the best way possible, and open the many doors with all of its long-term partners for them.

With clients from across the world, this agency is one of the leading agencies in the German market with a clientele that include all the major catalogues, advertising and production companies, labels, and editorial offices.

Providing strong management for new and young models, East West Models has a wide array of fresh faces as well as a strong men’s board and a good range of curvy models.

Recent work includes Gardelina Bautista for Ermano Scervino SS 2020, Florentina Kuhl for Grazia Bulgaria by Uwe Körner, Tessy Schuette for Grazia Italy by Jeremy Choh, and Paul Prinzing for Playboy Germany December 2020 by Gerd Eder.

Follow East West Models on their Instagram for the latest news and updates on its models.

Delight Rental Services – Equipped for every vision

Delight Rental Services provides maximum support for professional photo and video productions in Berlin, Stuttgart, Marbella, and on demand worldwide.

"Regardless of whether you‘re a photographer, film-maker, producer, stylist or outfitter, DRS will serve your needs, supplying a huge range of digital, lighting, production and styling equipment."

"We are a purpose built studio located in an historic and charming building only 15 minutes away from Frankfurt international airport. Our 26m cyclorama on a 180° floor plan, remote controlled floating flat (9m x 7m), front-of cove black drapery system, green screen 7m wide and overhead top-shot platform, make our studio the finest place in Frankfurt and Rhein-Main area for shooting cars, embargo prototypes, fashion or sets.

Next to these classic productions, we are offering live streaming events and  online product presentations during Covid 19 pandemic, hygienic policies strictly taken into account.

Our well-versed team will take care of any requests to ensure successful and stress-relieved productions.''

Emphasising the company's close cooperation with all the hidden stars behind the camera and on set, with a wink of an eye FGV Schmidle claims "We are 'Making of!'"

FGV is deeply rooted in the international film industry, and with vast experience and an impressive inventory has been providing leading production services for decades. Consistent cooperation and communication is a vital part of the company’s knowledge base. As a result, clients are able to do their jobs better, be it with the latest high-tech equipment, through the team's technically demanding solutions, or even its own developments.

Established in 1972, and with home bases in Munich and Berlin, FGV Rental provides services including camera systems (digital, film, and photo), lighting (daylight, tungsten, LED, tube, photo), grip (from cranes to dollies, tripods, stands and more), and vehicles, all with a 24/7 rental pick-up and return policy.

A 700 m² / 7,500 sq.ft. studio located on the Munich premises benefits from great transportation connections. Features include a ceiling height of 12m/40ft, motorised green- and blue-screens, three motorised rigs for loads of up to two tons each, a 7x14m (24x46ft) ceiling reflector, a Cyclorama covering two walls (24x29x11m / 79x95x36ft), production offices, an industry standard kitchen and parking lot.