FASHION & BEAUTY PHOTOGRAPHY & MOTION Nov 2023

"Whenever I have a moment to myself, it's time to explore and experiment. This may be my favourite part of my job, constantly playing and creating.

In the back room of my studio they lurk various works in progress. For example, the gold shoot in this set of images started ages ago when I had a completely different idea that required only one 4x8 foot panel of gold leaf. A very calm relaxing activity, to cover a panel in such delicate material. Once one was done, it looked so good I had to make more! After that, it was a case of inviting a favourite stylist/designer (Matthew Burditt) and model (Alex from Family Management) to the studio for a day of sculptural creation. We approached the shoot with wardrobe and posing reminiscent of old masters' paintings and religious iconography, highlighted by a world of gold.

The panels are now in storage waiting along side painted canvases, giant mirrors and a million other small projects waiting to be explored.

Get in touch, let's make something!”

As many fondly call her, the "Expert of Light" Astrid Obert is the talent behind the lens, bringing everyday moments to life through her camera.

You've probably seen her work without realising it—from the wholesome glow of Nivea to the vibrant spirit of Coca-Cola, the innovation of Sony, and the timeless elegance of Lancôme. Astrid's photos tell stories that resonate worldwide, capturing not just images but the essence of life.

She's not just about brands; she's about moments. With her trusty camera and an eye for the extraordinary in the ordinary, she freezes time in a truly magical way.

As a fashion and lifestyle photographer working in Europe and worldwide, Astrid, with decades of experience, is gearing up for a photoshoot in Tenerife.

Ready to be part of stories that go beyond brands and focus on what makes moments genuinely timeless?

David Giesbrecht is a NYC-based fashion and beauty photographer.

Though based in in New York City, he has worked on many projects along the East Coast of the United States for clients like Netflix, Apple, Sony and NBC Universal, to name a few.

His work has been published in The New York Times, Vanity Fair, and Entertainment Weekly.

"Driven by an impulse to capture the beauty in my subjects, I infuse a balance of playfulness and focus into my work.

A joyful and relaxed mood on set complements my work, which is marked by the charm of the unexpected, a fascination with light, and elation with the human as my muse."

Mirjam Kluka, born 1981 in Aarau, Switzerland, is an independent photographer specialised in portrait, beauty and fashion, working and living in Hamburg and Zurich. A Swiss photographer with Czech origin, she takes pictures of what she loves most: people.

Her compassion as well as warm and positive personality allow an atmosphere on set which enables unique pictures that are proof of deep trust. At the same time, she is obsessed by the quest for capturing the perfect moment and goes to great lengths and into finest details to reach this goal.

Empathy and perfection form the basis of her photography, and the result is the best possible interpretation of truth and essence.

Per Appelgren is an 80s born German-Swedish fashion and beauty photographer based in Berlin.

His photographic journey began as a self-taught and later continued as part-time assistant, where he worked his way up to be mentored for three years in the artistic hub of Berlin.

Before embarking on his photography career, he graduated with a degree in Business Administration and International Politics. However, the desire to express himself and his artistic vision behind the lens led him to follow his heart and explore the world of photography.

His work blurs between the lines of beauty & fashion and is characterised by a bold use of colours, angles and expressions - allowing each talent to shine and giving them a stage to express themselves without any boundaries. He strongly believes in celebrating diversity and the power of images to inspire and evoke emotions.

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We have an artillery of self-sufficient creatives: photographers, videographers, illustrators, designers, art directors and copywriters in the UK and worldwide.

Whether in pictures, words or design for print or on-line we are here to help your business."

Steffen Hofemann is a freelance photographer with over 20 years of experience, who specialises in capturing the natural and sensual beauty of his subjects.

His work is a testament to his passionate approach, emphasising emotion and authenticity in every shot. With a unique ability to connect with models, Steffen creates images that are warm, fresh, and exude energy.

His portfolio spans national and international clients, including Weleda, Nivea, Labello, Lancaster, Peek&Cloppenburg, and others.

Steffen's expertise extends to beauty, fashion and lifestyle, showcasing his talent for capturing personality and emotions in his photography and film projects.

Zoe Adlersberg is a photographer based in New York, who travels often to Los Angeles and Europe.

Her career began in Paris, and Zoe’s aethetic reflects an upscale and European taste level, combined with a connection and authetnticity in portraying her subjects.

Zoe has created a short film entitled 'Unique Beauty' which features different people speaking on what the idea of beauty means to them.

Beyond creating aesthetically beautiful work, Zoe strives to create deeper messaging and meaning.

She recently co-founded, and serves as Editor in Chief, Brownstone Cowboys Magazine - a platform that serves as the intersection of social justice and style.

Zoe’s clients include Tom Ford, Eve Lom, Ralph Lauren, Dior, DKNY and Neen Beauty.

British born and London-based photographer, Zoe Economides, spent most of her twenties in Australia where she was exposed to cinematic coastlines, the barren red earth of the Outback and time-weathered rock formations that make it like no other place on Earth.

While studying for her commercial photography degree there, these wide and open expanses, their subtle colour palette and layered textures, undoubtedly became a key influence on her work.

Her beautifully lit images maintain a clean and considered aesthetic through deliberate simplicity. Locations have become a key aspect of her work and she takes great interest in scouting for them to bring her vision to life, imbuing her shoots with a relaxed atmosphere to match.

Always keen for an adventure, the search for these often remote and vast locations has taken Zoe across the globe, from the white-drenched terrain of Antarctica, through the oxygen-starved highlands of Peru, to the awe-inspiring volcanic formations of Iceland.

Inspired by the beauty of nature and the human form, Zoe’s work seeks to bring them together, blurring the lines between portraiture and landscapes. Her recent photography has received international peer recognition through inclusion in Lürzer’s Archive 200 best Photographers Worldwide and as a finalist in both the prestigious AOP Photography Awards and Spotlight Awards.