lisbon Jun 2014

Born in Porto, Aloísio Brito is a photographer who has been working in both national and international markets for more than ten years across several fields, including advertising, portrait and fashion. He is also a professor at the Portuguese Institute of Photography.

Aloísio works at his own studio, the M23 Studio and has collaborated with several fashion magazines including Cosmopolitan (Portugal), Sicky Magazine (Spain), DIVO Magazine (Angola) and others.

His work can also be seen in several advertising campaings for brands such as Eureka Shoes, Senhor Prudêncio, Berg and Only2me.

He is also developing a number of personal projects.

Joel Bessa is a young photographer who demonstrates extreme professionalism and commitment to his work. Based in Oporto, he holds a degree in Cinema and debuted in the world of photography learning from experienced specialists in advertising and fashion.

It didn't take him long to start working with advertising agencies, fashion brands and designers, shooting national and international campaigns as well as catalogues and fashion editorials. Joel and his team are comfortable managing all aspects of a photo shoot anywhere in the world, from pre- to post production, in the studio or on location.

Contact Joel direct to gain a deeper knowledge of his work and philosophy.

Isabel Pinto is a fashion, lifestyle and advertising photographer working worldwide. She currently lives between Lisbon, NY and Cape Town.

Isabel has travelled and worked with clients in the most varied fields, from drinks like the Diet Coke campaign for Europe 2013, Martini (Martini Rosé for Southern Africa) and Sumol, to food like Nestlé cereals and bank campaigns for Millennium BCP with José Mourinho. In South Africa she just completed the winter campaign for 466/64, a brand associated with the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Earth Addict South Africa, Max and Megamart for India.

Long standing collaborations with prestigious children's clothing brands include Petit Patapon, Papo d'Anjo, LA Kids, Knot, Playup and Oscar de la Renta. Editorials include Vogue, Elle and Marie Claire, while her celebrity portraits have included Fado: Mariza, Camané, Carminho, Aldina Duarte, Joana Carneiro, Valdemar Bastos, Tito Paris and Nayma Mclean.

Isabel has just started new work with The Wall Street Journal and Monocle Magazine. She has also published three books.

Nuno Correia has worked in photography since 1990 but over the last 10 years has become a recognised expert in advertising imagery.

With the production of his book in New York and across the US in 2009 by Martha Stewart publisher Clarkson Potter (Random House), his work has become known overseas.

In Portugal Nuno is currently working for large agencies including BBDO, TBWA, Ogilvy, Havas, McCann, Y&R, Lowe, Duda, BAR, Partners and others.

His campaigns include McDonald's (photos with international copyrights in: Portugal, Spain, Italy, Greece, Malta and Morocco), Iglo, Sonae, Pingo Doce, Super Bock Beer, Sagres Beer, Cuca Beer (Angola), Gallo Olive Oil, Oliveira da Serra Olive Oil, Bordallo, Pinheiro, Franck Muller Watches (international catalogue) and more.

Nuno is also the exclusive photographer of major Portuguese chefs including Joachim Koerper, José Avillez, Henrique Sá Pessoa, Luis Baena, Pedro e o Lobo and Diogo Noronha.

With a permanent production office in Lisbon, Prinz Productions now offers year-round production support in both the northern and southern hemispheres. Prinz Productions Portugal is in its fifth season and its local partners Diogo Oliveira and Mariana Viseu have become an integral part of the family. The company's fresh and intimate approach to production is unrivaled, meaning clients keep coming back year after year. 

Portugal offers fantastic location opertunities on the doorstep of all European cities. Take advantage of cheap, short flights and produce in a country where the weather is stable and friendly and experienced crews can take care of every need.  

Recent jobs include Crew Clothing, Wrap London, Bon a Parte, Foetex, Bon Prix, Yves Rocher and Fransa, to name a few. English, German, French, Spanish and Portuguese are all spoken.

Agence G37 has been pleased to welcome many talents to Portugal.

• Cover of Sports Illustrated with Cristiano Ronaldo. Photographer: Marco Marezza / Agence G37.
• A fashion catalogue for Ulla Popken.
• A campaign for Porto Cruz.
• A photo shoot for the website of football star Eliaquim Mangala (FC Porto and the French national team), including all styling.
• Film and photos for AEZ Wheels with Florian Innerkofler / Agence G37.
• Styling in videos for Luciana Araujo, Paulo Gonzo and India Martinez.

Agence G37 is also delighted to welcome new photographer Nikola Borissov to its roster.

Founded in 1999 by Armando Bacelar, Old Dogs Productions is a full service entertainment company devoted to the creation of groundbreaking, full length commercial feature films and photography.

The company’s focus is to develop, produce and finance a diverse slate of responsibly budgeted, character-driven genre and niche productions. Taggart successfully attracts top talent and material by providing film-makers and photographers a supportive and collaborative environment that inspires innovation, especially in the Algarve.

Nebula is a Lisbon-based creative animation studio. Created in 2008, the firm belief that powerful stories go hand-in-hand with powerful visuals has enabled the studio to work for major brands - Vodafone, ABB, Swatch, Unilever, UEFA - across all continents.

Nebula's portfolio encompasses several classic TV ads as well as out of the box formats which, along with digital animation, allow for many new forms of creative storytelling.

As the World Cup squads were announced, PSP shot the Shakira 'Dare' music video. The company was also selected to shoot related TVCs of top campaigns such as Ford Mustang by B-reel, Fram Oil by Bob Industries, Kia, Deutsche Bahn by Doity, and MF3 by Standart.

In recent months, Ferrero Asia by Black & Camera and Ferrero Europe by Erste Liebe selected Portugal and PSP to shoot their latest TVCs. The company also shot still work for Audi by Simon Pushmann, Ford by Geof Kern, and Nike.

Gaby Corrêa Productions started the year with many shoots.

• CAbi - Photographer: Pamela Hanson.
• Revlon - Photographer: David Raccuglia.
• Lidl - Photographer: Michael  Mueller.
• Sportscheck - Photographers: Christian Brecheis, Tobias Gromatzki and Jeff Olson.
• Conley's - Photographer: Carlos Laser.
• Grazia Magazine - Photographer: Tina Luther.
• Annabelle - Photographer: Nadine Ottawa.
• Grazia - Photographer: Tina Luther.
• Forecast - Photographer: Jesus Alonso.

Laura Viana da Silva has just finished working on the second season of 'Da Vinci's Demons', written and directed by David S Goyer and shown in over 120+ countries. She also works in London, across UK cities and abroad, for commercials and photo shoots with many of the world's top companies. 

Laura is a professional make-up artist/hair stylist and blogger, with 20 years of experience working on top feature films with many famous actors, glossy magazines, BBC dramas and worldwide television - including commercials for McDonald's, Nintendo, Renault, Vodaphone, Microsoft, Suzuki, KFC and many more. She has worked with some of the best photographers from all over the world, including New York, LA, Hong Kong, Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

Throughout the vast experience of her career, Laura has worked with all skin tones, ages, theatrical, prosthetics, HD video, Red camera and is equally proficient with hair, wigs and facial postiche. 

PG Photographicas is a professional rental house located in the centre of Lisbon, offering high-end equipment for photographers and production teams across Portugal with maximum support.

The company is highly experienced in working with international teams and responding to different challenges for every project.

The range available includes the most established brands:

• Flash - Profoto 8a - B3 - B4 - Light Shaping Tools.
• HMI/Tungsten - Briese,  Arri, Kino Flo.
• Reflectors - Sunbounce, Westcott.
• Digital - Canon, Phase One, Hasselblad, Apple.
• Video - Marshall, Zacuto, Manfrotto.
• Production - Magliner, E-Z Up, Foldit, iWorkCase.
• Grip - Manfrotto, Avenger, Gitzo.
• Special - UK Underwater Housing, Jet Stream.

"Whatever your needs, you will get your equipment ready, on time, at PG headquarters, on set, or wherever you need it."

Farol Hotel is literally located “on the water”, planted on the edge of the cliffs of Cascais, overlooking the Atlantic. Cascais is a town of charming old houses and cobbled streets huddled around a graceful bay on Portugal’s spectacular Estoril Coast. The Design Hotel is composed of a daring architectural structure: a combination of a remodeled 19th Century mansion, once owned by the Count of Cabral, and a unique contemporary design, resulting in a harmonious bridge of the old and the new.

33 guest rooms, including four suites and eight designer rooms, await guests to indulge in a spectacle by the water. Acclaimed Portuguese fashion designers have left their mark on the rooms, making them a selection of very individual and unique retreats. All suites and 10 of the regular rooms offer spectacular sea views.

A sunbathe and dip into the outdoor salt-water swimming pool ensures relaxation for both body and soul. Culinary delights include two superb restaurants - The Mix, where chef Hugo Silva presents a Mediterranean fusion cuisine based on local and traditional flavours - and Sushi Design, bursting with creativity and freshness. Both restaurants luxuriously spread over a wonderful terrace, a cozy and amazing place overlooking the Ocean.