STYLISTS AND HAIR & MAKE UP ARTISTS Jun 2023

Alfred Lester's artistic abilities and versatile skills are boundless, allowing him to flourish in collaborative team settings. He is a seasoned hair stylist and make up artist who excels in various mediums, including print, video, and digital, and has a knack for capturing the essence of diverse subjects, ranging from children and men's grooming to women's fashion. His impressive client portfolio includes renowned brands like American Apparel, Harley-Davidson, Nautica, Nike, Puma, Target, Tommy Hilfiger, and Under Armour.

Alfred's exceptional work regularly graces the pages of esteemed publications such as Elle Magazine, Marie Claire, Vogue Bambini, O Magazine, Woman's Health, W Magazine, Parents Magazine, and many others.

Celebrity clients include Alicia Keys, Bill Pullman, Chaka Kahn, Carley Hammock, Caitlyn Jenner, Christiane Seidel, Cindy Crawford, Fergie, Heidi Klum, Jane Lynch, Lady Gaga, Melissa McCarthy, Nadine Velazquez, Phoebe Bridgers, and Pipper Perabo.

Miami-based Artist Management represents highly experienced and creative hair and make-up artists, manicurists, stylists, set designers and costume designers. AM represents artists based in the US as well as Europe.

Native German Tanja Stephan opened her agency in 2002 and is committed to finding the perfect match for every client and team.

Visit the website for a full talent roster. Contact the Miami office on 1-305-672.3556 or email Tanja direct.

Recent clients include Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga, Jimmy Choo, Tommy Hilfiger, Coach, Juicy Couture, Vera Wang, Calvin Klein, Neutrogena, Carrera Eyewear, Ritz Carlton and Foster Grant.

Brooke Doyle is a seasoned beverage stylist based in the US (Chicago, IL).

Her film and photo work includes styling for beer, wine, spirits, coffee, and RTD clients in ecommerce, lifestyle and editorial spaces. She has been the in-house beverage stylist for Beam Suntory’s creative agency PROOF, and recently has worked with clients in the luxury hospitality sphere, such as the Waldorf Astoria.

Always open to new ways of working and expanding her client work, Brooke loves to collaborate with other creatives who are equally dedicated to delivering the best possible product.

Cristina Forestieri specialises in prop styling and set design for photo production, catering to the advertising, publishing, and hospitality industries; occasionally also venturing into production design and set decorating for television and film, along with period recreations for documentaries.

Drawing from her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre Design along with many years of production experience, Cristina is a dedicated, resourceful, and passionate collaborator.

One of her strengths is in sourcing vintage and elusive pieces along with using her artistic skills to customise props through scenic painting, sewing or distressing - whether you need a space transformed or a product presented with creative flair she will see every project through until the vision is realised.

Based out of Miami, but also available in Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago where she has worked as a local; willing to travel worldwide. Cristina is fluent in English, Spanish and French.

IMAJ Artists is an innovative artist agency that represents a diverse range of creative professionals, including photographers, directors, videographers, hair stylists, makeup artists, fashion stylists, prop stylists, manicurists, and music producers.

With locations in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles, IMAJ Artists provides comprehensive in-house production services to clients across various industries, including athleisure, beauty, celebrity, fashion, luxury, swimwear, and travel.

Their work spans photo and video campaigns for renowned brands such as Armani, CHANGE, Converse, Lacoste, Lane Bryant, Neutrogena, Nike, Pucci, Under Armour, Tag Heuer, The Standard Hotels, and Zara.

Jenny Haapala, a fashion and wardrobe stylist based in Los Angeles, specializes in commercial, editorial, and celebrity styling, as well as personal shopping and styling services.

From an early age of two, Jenny's innate passion for clothing and fashion became evident. Growing up in Finland within a family of artists, she effortlessly selected outfits not only for herself but also for her brothers and cousins. Jenny's styling reflects her enduring fascination with pop and youth culture, as well as her deep appreciation for heritage brands.

In 2013, Jenny made the move to New York City to embark on her career in styling. Prior to that, she gained valuable experience as a buyer for a high-end streetwear boutique and served as an in-house stylist and creative consultant for a denim company.

In 2020, Jenny relocated to Los Angeles, while frequently traveling across the country for advertising campaigns and music videos. Her extensive client list includes renowned brands such as Nike, Puma, Android, Apple, Bose, Lacoste, New Balance and Levi’s among others. Additionally, her editorial work has graced the pages of prominent magazines such as Flaunt, Paper, Wonderland and Highsnobiety.

Kirsty Bryson is one of Australia’s leading commercial food stylists. She is an experienced commercial food & drink stylist, a leader in her field, an experienced prop stylist, and also the founder of The Prop Dispensary, one of Melbourne’s leading prop hire prop houses. Kirsty also works as a product & still life stylist, recipe developer and culinary producer.

She is available for stills shoots, TV commercials, packaging and editorial, for food & drink styling - working on high end advertising campaigns.

She is based in Melbourne but available for work interstate and internationally. Originally from New Zealand, Kirsty’s passion for food and cooking from a young age led her to become a chef, with almost 19 years spent in international kitchens from fine dining through to high end events.

Kirsty has been food styling for over 10 years and brings with her a wealth of knowledge and skills fundamental in food styling. With a high attention to detail, she over delivers on every brief. With her own distinct style, she can bring to life your brief and campaigns.

Consider Kirsty and her team for your next shoot.

"At Style Department we work with the very best in the industry, whether they are food and prop stylists, home economists or commercial photographers. These high standards ensure that we get the best results for our clients every single time.

This year, three talented representatives, Kris Kirkham (food photographer); Alice Ostan and Lola Faura (food stylists), emerged as winners and runners-up, showcasing their exceptional skills and creativity in the field of food photography at the International Pink Lady Food Photography Awards 2023.

Alice Ostan, food stylist, was 2nd overall in the Food Stylist category and contributed to the winning Marks & Spencer Food Portraiture. With photographer Cara, Alice's skills blew the judges away and secured them the top prize with her gorgeous food styling for the image Fritto Misto.

Together with the fabulous food photographer Kris Kirkham, Lola helped create the new pigs in blanket's iconic image for Delicious, winning Kris 1st place in the Production Paradise Previously Published category. Lola also worked on 'Eggs', a video, and stills with other photographers who won awards and mentions in different categories.

"To taste the fantastic styling work of our roster and news about Style Department, visit our Journal, Vimeo and on Instagram."

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