portraiture & celebrity photography Mar 2024

In the vibrant tapestry of India's burgeoning creative scene, Abhishek Bali stands as a luminary, capturing the essence of both portraiture and business cultures through the lens of his camera. A master of his craft, he traverses the realms of portrait and corporate photography with finesse and flair.

Abhishek's portfolio reads like a who's who of the artistic and entrepreneurial elite, as he effortlessly immortalises the faces of artists, celebrities, founders, and investors alike. His signature style, a deft fusion of strobes and atmospheric lighting, bathes his subjects in a chiaroscuro of hues, evoking a sense of depth and authenticity.

Drawing from his rich background in documentary and magazine photography, Abhishek possesses an innate ability to distill the ethos of top-tier companies and cutting-edge startups into captivating visual narratives that defines their workplace culture.

But Abhishek's expertise extends far beyond the confines of his native land. With a passport stamped with the imprints of countless assignments, he effortlessly navigates the global landscape, seamlessly orchestrating productions, assembling teams of assistants, and procuring studio equipment with the precision of a maestro.

Some of his clients include Netflix, Bain & Co, Siemens, Sequoia, Elle, GQ, Vogue, and The New York Times.

Alistair Hood has been shooting projects for over 20 years, specialising in shooting lifestyle and portraiture, working closely with creative agencies, and often directly with clients.

This means lots of experience, with lots of productions, and lots of people. 

Alistair treats each new project and each subject as an individual, allowing the space for something interesting to happen.

Alley Rutzel’s experience working on film sets as a unit still photographer inspired her to develop a cinematic approach to her portraiture. She delights in manipulating and bending light to her will, whether in studio or on location, and is adept at transforming constraints into opportunities.

A creative problem solver with an adventurous spirit, Alley enjoys partnering with her clients to understand their needs and discover unique solutions that create a meaningful connection between subject and audience. Her ability to capture emotion and personality through the lens of a camera results in evocative images that entice the viewer to think, react, and feel.

Based in Seattle, Alley can often be found in NYC and Los Angeles for assignments.

Deniz Saylan, a photographer and filmmaker based in Germany, has a portfolio that spans various genres, including portraits, fashion, art, and corporate photography.

His recent work includes experimental photographs with the New English Ballet Theatre and the Royal Ballet, and a fashion shoot for Sanetta for the upcoming Summer collection. He has also focused on a charity project with portraits of Trottwar newspaper vendors, highlighting the individuals behind the sales of homeless newspapers. Furthermore, Saylan's portfolio showcases his versatility through CEO portraits, showcasing leadership in more thoughtful and quieter tones, and a dive into industrial and craftsmanship photography, demonstrating the resilience of medium-sized businesses.

For more detailed insights into Deniz Saylan's diverse projects and his approach to photography, you can explore his work directly on his website.

Dennis Williamson is a photographer based in Hamburg and Berlin, specialising in portraiture.

He frequently captures images of notable individuals from various fields such as art, culture, politics and society.

His work showcases a straightforward approach, focusing on authenticity and natural expression. Through careful composition and lighting, he aims to convey the essence of his subjects without embellishment or exaggeration.

With a calm demeanor and attention to detail, Dennis Williamson consistently delivers refined portraits that resonate with viewers.

Gianluigi Di Napoli is an accomplished photographer-author with a diverse background in photography, having explored various genres before finding his niche in capturing portraits of international talents for prestigious magazines.

His impressive portfolio includes two published photo books, 'Circus Life - Everynight, all around the world' (Ed. Stemmle, Zurich - New York) and 'A Poet in action' (Ed. Damiani, Bologna - New York), along with innovative exhibition projects like 'Nel Cuore di Saltimbanco' for Cirque du Soleil and the 'MASKS' project, which garnered widespread acclaim.

Known as the 'Mr. Wolf of editorial photography,' Gianluigi excels at problem-solving and fostering harmony on set, enabling seamless collaboration and yielding authentic and remarkable results. His versatility extends to working in challenging conditions, where he demonstrates his ability to connect with both seasoned professionals and emerging talents alike.

Gianluigi's client roster boasts esteemed names such as Ferrari International Magazine, Vanity Fair, ICON Magazine, Vogue Gioiello, Cirque du Soleil, Corneliani, Sony Music, Universal Music, and SpaghettiMag.

Irwin Wong, situated in Tokyo, excels as both an editorial and commercial photographer/director. While his forte lies in capturing compelling portraits, he demonstrates remarkable proficiency in automotive, industrial, and travel photography as well.

His extensive list of commercial clientele boasts renowned names such as SK-II, Omega, Christian Dior, Mazda Motors, Mitsubishi Motors, Ferrari, and Boss Coffee.

Beyond his lens, Wong has delved into the realms of cultural exploration through the creation of two notable monographs: 'Gestalten: Handmade in Japan' (2019) and 'The Obsessed - Otaku, Tribes and Subcultures of Japan' (2022), combining his skills in both writing and photography to offer insightful glimpses into Japanese culture.

From the age of 17, Jesse Rieser began looking through a lens, making portraits filled with telling details and compelling characters. He quickly became recognised for not only his success with commercial clients, but also in the fine art world.

His work inspires engagement, drawing in the viewer, causing them to wonder about the subjects and the stories they have to tell. With over 40 exhibitions, Rieser continues to find ways of injecting art into his portrait photography. Here we see work from his personal practice paired with client commissions for Adobe, Wired, ESPN, Golf Digest, Bloomberg, Outdoor Life, and People Magazine.

Clients find him as a creative additive to the collaborative process not only with his technical expertise but also in the ideation phase. He feels his greatest currency is how he communicates and sees the world. Some call it empathy. Some call it charm. His mom just says he’s a nice young man.

Meet the portrait and celebrity photography talent at JSR Agency: PEROU and Stuart McClymont.

PEROU has recently photographed stars like Vinnie Jones for 'Vinnie Jones In The Country', The Libertines, Nigel Farage, and Matt Smith.

Stuart McClymont has captured the essence of Lucy Worsley, Michael Palin, Joan Collins, and Jeremy Paxman.

Their work speaks volumes, bringing out the true essence of each subject with skill and finesse.

"For over 25 years, I have been a commercial photographer who is concerned with where I am. The 'where' in life interests me profoundly. Place is a reflection of our common humanity. We shape it and in turn it shapes our thoughts, outlook and motivation.

In my world, the photography of Place encompasses all photography. My interpretive process begins by gathering within the camera frame the specific nature of color, materiality and atmosphere. It culminates in an uncluttered scene that communicates a sense of clarity around the nature of person, place and context. It's 'truth made visible'.

That's what I offer my clients: honesty, clarity and meaning."

Roy J. Baron is a London-based celebrity portrait, lifestyle, TV and theatre photographer with over 13 years in the industry, shooting across the UK and Internationally.

Roy’s passion and love of photography pushes him to explore new ideas and concepts. He loves developing the shoot; designing the best lighting solutions that help deliver and fulfil the brief.

The past few months have been busy and exciting for Roy, working with celebrities such as Nicole Scherzinger, James Norton and Beth Mead as well as shooting for the London Symphony Orchestra and a new campaign for Just Eat.

If you have a project in the pipeline that would benefit from Roy’s photography, please reach out.