still life photography & motion Oct 2020

Barry Makariou's studio is fully equipped for film and stills. His creative team is working remotely and still providing the same level of service as usual.

He has has recently collaborated with G6 Moco providing motion control and promotion hire for the Phantom Flex to help create slow motion series of short films featuring espresso drop and iced frappa at 1000fps 4k.

Recent commissions have taken Barry to Munich to film product and models for The Browery who specialise in -you guessed it- eyebrows. This was shot on the latest addition to the studio, ZCam E4 12 bit 4k at 60 fps.

Other commissions for My Nice Nails, Rijo 42 coffee and Lisa Franklin Skincare showcase his experience in working with liquids, with moving image playing a large part in his portfolio.

He has built up a fantastic team of collaborators that can provide everything: from production, editing and grading, to wet hire, retouching and CGI.

Barry prides himself in offering an insight into what really goes on behind the scenes and is looking to make this a permanent series on his Instagram page with over 10k devoted followers to date.

Recent work includes Browery, Coca-Cola, Pepsi Max, Whitley Neil, ARARAT brandy, Chivas, Lisa Franklin, Peroni, Nike, Adidas, Rijo 42 coffee, Men's Health, GQ and David M Robinson.

Barry has been named amongst the top three still life photographers in the world by One Eyeland.

Barry Makariou is represented by Agent at Large.

"Yes, it's been a year of change as we adapt to new ways of working and living alongside the coronavirus. And we're grateful to our clients who have worked with us through the lockdown and through the summer.

At Howlett Photography we've gone from shooting still life in isolation to welcoming new global clients to our re-opened, covid safe studio. We've also shot at amazing locations not usually possible to get into. We've collaborated with jewellery brands to frame their products in iconic, hospitality sector, settings. The sorts of places that are normally too busy with guests. Whatever happens with the virus over the winter, we're 100 percent committed to shooting the very best, the most fantastic still life and product photography for our clients, in a safe and secure way. 

We invite you to get in contact to discuss your next photography project or browse of galleries, blog posts and socials."

Dusan Holovej is a professional product/still life, advertising photographer and retoucher based in Slovakia. He is a member of the Slovak Association of Professional Photographers as well as a member of the Federation of European Photographers. His work, creative approach and execution were rewarded with the Qualified European Photographer (QEP) title.

His main focus is on the product or still life photography, advertising photography and retouching. He loves working with light and in those areas he can use its full potential. All his works have a high end look and help customers make the best impression with 'wow' effect.

His services are suitable for producers of any products, for e-shops, service providers or even advertising agencies.

Recent awards include: World Photographic Cup 2018 - Nations Award, FEP Photographer of the Year 2018 - 4th place, commercial category, Prix de la Photographie Paris (PX3) 2018 - Silver, Advertising – Product, International Photography Awards 2018 - silver medal, commercial category, OneEyeLand Photography Awards 2018 - bronze medal, commercial category, FEP Photographer of the Year 2019 - silver cammera, commercial category, World Photographic Cup 2019 - silver medal, commercial category, FEP Photographer of the Year 2020 - bronze cammera, commercial category, World Photographic Cup 2019 – Best of Nations award, commercial category and many more.

Ellen McDermott, a New York City-based photographer, is best known for her beautifully lit interiors, moody still life, portraits, lifestyle and object d’art.

Ellen believes a strong collaboration with clients enables new creative possibilities in achieving photographic excellence. Her team is ready to take on projects which harness human emotion that sells product.

Ellen’s ongoing personal project is the series 'A Day in the Life' which takes her into different realms of the human existence.

Her work can be seen in ad campaigns, periodicals, books, corporate assignments, and private collections throughout the United States, Europe and Asia.

Clients include: Ralph Lauren, Martha Stewart Living, Iconix Brands, House Beautiful, Christie’s, Sotheby’s, Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, among others.

To see more of Ellen’s work, visit her website and Instagram, or contact her by phone at +1 917-282-4692

Hiro is an award-winning still life photographer shooting campaigns for international brands. He spends most of his time in the studio in Shanghai, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Singapore, and delivers stunning photographic visuals on a daily basis.

Hiro started his career in New York City, where he learned exceptional lighting skills to draw elegant lines by strobe lights. Now he resides in Japan, where he has sharpened his minimalistic approach towards photography.

Hiro is expanding his career by shooting still life movies in collaboration with beauty brands.

His rapidly growing list of clients includes: Estée Lauder, Lancôme, Clé De Peau Beauté, M.A.C. Cosmetics, L'Oréal Paris, Shiseido, Clinique, Shu Uemura, Olay, Maybelline New York, Max Factor, Kose, Albion, Tsubaki, Lux, Nivea, Kate Spade New York, United Colors Of Benetton, Apple, Panasonic, Vogue Japan and many more.

John Bennett is a London-based photographer specialising in jewellery and luxury fashion accessories.

His love of still life imagery stems from a fascination with composition, the space between objects, the beautiful forms that they create.

To photograph luxury jewellery and high-end accessories is an art and John’s skill and experience makes it look effortless.

His immaculate lighting techniques and photography skills have won him a prestigious list of commercial clients including De Beers, Church’s, Chanel, Harrods and Holland & Holland.

"We are Lettstudio and our specialisation is beverage photography. Reflective glass and "shiny" liquids of any shade is what make us passionate about creating the most memorable visuals.

We work for local and worldwide clients. Always taking care of all details ensuring each shot reaches its maximum potential. Our studio offers full in house photography and post-production gives clients the option to one-stop service."

Clients include Pernod Ricard, Tullamore D.E.W., Chivas Brothers, Wyborowa and more.

Omer Knaz is best known for his work in the field of luxury goods and still life photography. He shoots jewellery, watches, fragrances and fashion accessories for the world leading brands and publications.

With a depth of photography experience, he brings expertise, enthusiasm and commitment to every brief, creating dynamic photographs in the advertising, editorial and commercial fields.
His strong lighting and compositional skills, drawn from the discipline of film photography, give his images a sense of reality that is so often compromised these days and is perfect for luxury products.

Clients include Tatler, Vogue UK, GQ, How to Spend It, 1843 Magazine, De Beers, David Morris, McDonald’s, Jo Malone, Aesop, Unilever, Harrods and Space NK to name a few.

Patrick Zasada is a still life and product photographer who is based between Frankfurt and Heidelberg in Germany. His main focus lies on product advertising and estate photography.

He creates high end advertising shoots with lovely gradients. In combination with amazing composites he is producing advertising photography that goes beyond reality.

In this Spotlight Patrick Zasada would like to show some of his still life photos.

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

Sara Morris is a London-based, still life, food and drinks photographer. Her skilful use of lighting and love of colour and texture come together to create work that is contemporary, original and graphic.

She shoots from her studio by the canal in Haggerston. This large space has a kitchen for food and drinks shoots, a separate client area and plenty of room to shoot safely in.

Sara is represented by Clare Fletcher Represents.

Vitalina Rybakova is a Rome-based still life photographer with a focus on advertising, cosmetic and liquid photography for both advertising and editorial clients. She uses classic and modern techniques to achieve in her work.

With a passion for cosmetics, beverages and high speed photography, Vitalina's dynamic lighting and product styling create a sense of motion and energy through her portfolio.

She enjoys testing new techniques in photography. She also likes to retouch as much as possible on her own, to offer the client a fully integrated service.