LINGERIE & SWIMWEAR PHOTOGRAPHY Jul 2016

Beppe Buttinoni graduated at IED in Milan and is skilled in fashion photography, beauty, glamour and advertising for lifestyle clients.

Working in Milan, but regularly travelling around the world, Beppe’s knowledge, ability and passion for lighting in the studio or on location enables him to work with both daylight and artificial light to create the exact image his clients want. His relaxed and easy-going nature endears him to all, while consistently fulfilling his clients' brief.

Beppe remains available for exciting new projects. Visit his website to see more of his work.

Shooting bikini stories and lingerie has been a great part of Christian Gaul’s photography: "The years I’ve spent living in Brazil have given me a whole new view on the kind of freedom I like to portray in the construction of my images. I like to make people look fresh and at ease in front of the camera."

Recent work includes campaigns for VIX, VERVE and editorials for 4see Magazine, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, The Beach, VIP Magazine and Playboy.

Berlin-based worldwide fashion photographer Christian Hoppe - SEREGEL Photography - has shot various swimwear productions for this fashion season.

Featured in this Spotlight is a recent production in Cabo San Lucas, one of the top beach locations in Mexico. For international swimwear specialist Maryan Beachwear, Christian captured light and atmosphere to focus on the product.

Check out more of his work on his website.

Douglas Mott is known for his compelling, elegant fashion and lifestyle imagery. His photographic style embodies the spirit of classic fashion photography with timeless appeal, blending a sophisticated understanding of light and directorial acuity.

His visual narratives define his identity as an accomplished storyteller, taking the viewer through a deliberate journey contoured with purpose. Although infused with spontaneity, his images remain strategic and brand sensitive. Throughout his career, Douglas has applied the principles of strong communication and preparedness, to build a client base that happily returns time and time again.

Originally from Ohio, Douglas entered the world of photography at the highest level when he was given the opportunity to assist Richard Avedon. From this amazing experience, and subsequent top level assisting relationships, he was able to launch his career in New York and London 16 years ago. Today he can be found in Maine, or Manhattan, or wherever the assignments take him.

His clients include GH Bass, Belk Department Stores, Saks Fifth Avenue, Swans Island Company, Seventeen Magazine, Red Magazine, You, Cosmopolitan, Maxim UK and Redbook.

Eva Napp is a people, lifestyle and fashion photographer who calls the world her home. Born in South Korea, she grew up in Germany, studied in London and now lives in Los Angeles. She has worked with a wide range of people, enabling her to move swiftly between different cultures.

While studying for her Master’s Degree in London she had the chance to try out many different processes of working and was influenced by the eclectic vibe, drawing inspiration from interesting people all around her.

Eva loves working with a team of creatives to make an image come alive, whether imagining something in the studio or utilising the beautiful light that California has to offer.

Frank P. Wartenberg is the embodiment of contemporary portrait, fashion and lifestyle photography and loves to experiment with light and colours, the movements of the human body and to play with emotions.

He works thoroughly on poses and expressions and encourages his team - behind and in front of his camera - to give it their all until he has captured the perfect moment.

The range of his portfolio goes from clean, pure beauty shots to opulent fashion spreads, elaborate settings and light installations. Frank's work leads him from Hamburg to London and New York, and to places all over the world.

His photo book 'Colorpoints' has been published by Edition Stemmle.

Manfred Heiduk is based in Dusseldorf and travels constantly between Miami, Los Angeles, New York, Cape Town and London. Manfred spent many years as an illustrator and creative director in digital media. With more than 20 years of experience in photography, he is specialised in shooting in extreme conditions.

For Karstadt Sports he shot in the Italian Alps, Austrian Glaciers, Mojave Desert and Death Valley. He is continually booked for running, biking, ski and snowboard productions.

Fashion photography is his passion. Manfred loves working with bodies, natural lighting and on location. He always sees the beauty of a person and his models respond by giving the best in return, resulting in beautiful photos.

Offering full service international photo and video productions, his clients include Adidas, Puma, Nike, Sportarena, FIFA, Sidestep, Runners Point, C&A, Kaufhof, Boecker, Deichmann and Metro Group.

Paul Giggle is an international director and photographer who has shot for many top fashion magazines, including Vogue, GQ, Marie Claire and Madame Figaro as well as brands including Pepsi, Nokia, Australian Tourism, BMW and Procter and Gamble.

As a director, Paul is known for precision and attention to detail. Whether it be TV commercials for major brands such as Nokia, Aqua Minerale, Pepsi, Australia Tourism, Queensland Tourism, or the London Business School, as a true visionary Paul's excellence is evident throughout his craft.

With a unique combination of a decade of film-making and two decades of photography, Paul is a powerful resource in the hungry world of quality content. His experience and knowledge of both are often called upon by clients who see the value in quality, consistency and effortless execution.

Stephan Glathe is an international freelance photographer based near Munich, Germany. He divides his time between his studio in Stuttgart, Los Angeles, Miami and Cape Town.

In addition to his swimwear campaigns for Etirel, Kinga Mathé, About You and Intersport, thisShowcase features editorial work for Remark Magazine and VSYA EUROPA as well as some personal work.