KIDS PHOTOGRAPHY & MOTION Sep 2024

Camilla Rutherford is an award-winning photographer and filmmaker living deep in the Southern Alps of New Zealand, near Queenstown.

Hailing from Scotland, Camilla originally came to NZ in search of snow in her summer break from studying at the prestigious Central St Martins College of Art in London. After graduating with a degree in film, Camilla settled in Wanaka, NZ, and she quickly gained reputation of being a world-class sport and lifestyle photographer and film maker.

She is incredibly passionate about New Zealand and its unique and diverse landscapes and loves living, working and shooting here. She thrives working in outdoor environments, telling authentic and compelling stories that capture the viewers imagination.

Camilla absolutely loves working with children. Being a mother herself, she understands how to engage with kids and thrives on the challenges of authentic storytelling with tiny stars.

Camilla has gained numerous awards, including being the only female finalist in the Red Bull Illume Quest, GOLD and Bronze awards for two of her films at the 2022 IPA Awards, and First prize for a photograph in the 2023 Spotlight Awards, Kids category.

Clients and agencies include:  TBWA, Special Group, Saatchi & Saatchi, ANZ Bank, The North Face, Tourism New Zealand, Air New Zealand, Icebreaker, RAB clothing and more.

A hallmark of Don Diaz’s photography is his versatility. He is equally comfortable shooting in a controlled studio environment as he is on location, and he has a remarkable ability to adapt his style to suit the needs of different clients and projects. Whether he’s shooting an adult high-fashion editorial, a teen commercial campaign, or working with children, Diaz’s work maintains a consistent style that is clean, modern and graphic which has become his signature.

"Photographing children is unpredictable, which adds an element of spontaneity to the session. Unlike adults, who may be self-conscious or overly concerned with how they appear on camera, children are often too absorbed in their own world to worry about such things. This unpredictability can lead to unexpected and delightful moments that might never have been planned but are so fun to capture. This spontaneity makes every session unique!"

Toronto-based photographer Genevieve Caron believes in the arresting power of a well-crafted, iconic image, where every element is treated as equally important, spontaneity is central and people have a commanding presence. Her memorable images are invariably a source for an inspiring story to unfold in the viewer’s imagination.

While she plans her projects meticulously, she intentionally creates space for discovery, during every shoot. Her approach is process-based, and she engages and inspires everyone on her team to partake in the creative voyage, together.

Committed to creativity and originality, Genevieve keeps honing her craft and shooting personal projects, the most recent one having been shot in India. For that project she wanted to capture the grace of its people, as they go about their daily activities. She envisioned simple scenarios where the relationships between the sacred and the profane, between traditions, myths, beliefs and rituals would emerge. She also directed and produced an eight-minute video portrait of artist Ljubodrag Andric.

With a commercial career spanning over 20 years, Geneviève has partnered with numerous award-winning agencies internationally, to create unique visual language for several Fortune 500 companies.

Genevieve's recent projects include Buick’s 2024 American campaign shot in California, Pfeizer’s child vaccine’s global campaign, and Zoryve American launch, both shot in Toronto.

Horton-Stephens have been London's leading photographers' agents for longer than anyone can remember.

They love working with kids and it’s a particular skill that several of their photographers/directors excel at. Be sure to visit their site for a full run-down, including their most recent signing Megan Eagles, whose sensitive portraits of pregnancy and young mums are beautifully natural. It’s also worth having a look at James Bowden’s new gallery, 'Life, Love, Food' as well as Jack Terry, Nick Dolding and Gary Salter, who are all very much worth a look for child model photography.

Horton-Stephens is well-known for representing a world-class group of photographers, but moving image has become a bigger and bigger part of what the team do. Great production remains key to the success of all their shoots. They’re happy working alongside production provided by client or providing a full service. It goes without saying that they have an encyclopaedic knowledge of lighting, casting, locations (in the UK and worldwide), set building, timings, post-production, CGI and moving image - whether shooting TVCs or on the back of TVCs (a very particular challenge that they deal with often, where they only have moments to get the shot); they’ve done it all!

2024 has been a blur. Shooting Samuel L. Jackson, De Niro (again), through to Gemma Atkinson, Sam Thompson and Fleur East, with recent Cannes Awards, Creative Circle Awards (two Gold, two Silver) and a D&AD pencil. Do reach out to them if they can help you too and head over to their website, Latest News section, to see recent projects and more.

Jason Ierace, an advertising photographer based out of Sydney, Australia, has a career firmly grounded in both design and photography. After a substantial period working as an art director, which included years of experience both at home and abroad, Jason rekindled his initial passion for photography.

Driven by a fascination with light, people, experiences, emotions, and the vast spectrum of humanity, Jason has a profound affinity for capturing life's unadulterated authenticity. Those elusive in-between moments, and the genuine essence of his subjects are the basis for his visual storytelling.

Known for his easy-going nature and dedicated approach, he’s a delight to work with.

Jason’s impressive client portfolio includes Tourism Australia, NT Tourism, Destination NSW, KIA, Mazda, Hisense, Speedo, Dairy Farmers, Singapore Airlines, Samsung, Heineken, Transport NSW, Benefit Cosmetics, Ella Bache, Olay, Big W brand and Foxtel.

Jason's work has been exhibited worldwide, with Lürzer's Archive having included his work in their issue of Best 200 Ad Photographers Worldwide.

When he manages to find some time to himself, Jason can be found pursuing personal projects, surfing, and chasing his two kids and dog around on Sydney’s Northern beaches.

"Hello and welcome!

I'm a passionate commercial photographer based in vibrant Columbus, OH. My expertise lies in crafting warm, inviting lifestyle imagery that captures emotion and mood, beautifully blending natural and supplemental lighting. Alongside my talented wife and producer, I co-founded a boutique production company/photo studio, The Nomadic Circle, just a stone’s throw from downtown Columbus.

When I’m not capturing dynamic commercial projects, you’ll find me immersed in the world of music, photographing and collaborating with musicians. Music fuels my creativity and is a cherished hobby, so working with fellow artists is both exhilarating and fulfilling.

I hope you enjoy exploring my portfolio!"

Julia has been shooting kids, fashion and portraits for many brands and leading independent magazines in the UK and abroad.

She has won awards, including the Julia Margaret Cameron Award - first prize for children's photography for ‘Grumpy Girl’ which was also exhibited at Photo London. This particular photo is part of an ongoing project documenting Scottish crafts and traditions, soon to be featured in an upcoming book. Additionally, it will be showcased in a joint exhibition scheduled to take place in Barcelona in December 2024, as part of the prize.

In 2024, she has exhibited in Arles and London. This year she is keen to get involved in some socially responsible projects, as she believes photography with impact can make a difference. Constantly inspired by what she sees around her, she is always thinking of stories to capture; she is eager to convey the emotions and moods of subjects and situations through her imagery.

Alongside her commercial work, she is always documenting real life. She notices the things around her, close to home, and abroad, and as a result she has touched on many delicate issues.

Lina Grün is the kind of photographer you are reaching out for when you want deliberately cool photography featuring lifestyle issues, automotive, travel, kids, family and friends.

Lina is a straight shooter always aiming to capture what’s special in the banal, and the other way around. Slices of life as it is - or as it could be.

She is senior enough to run big productions, but always willing to roll up her sleeves to just point and shoot. She lives, works and makes tons of phone calls in Berlin.

Lina is represented by Monday in May.

Mateusz Nasternak is a lifestyle and advertising photographer whose work is deeply rooted in storytelling. Each photograph he takes is designed to tell a compelling story, drawing viewers into the narrative.

His images are not just snapshots but tales that resonate and engage their audience.

As a creative photographer, Mateusz handles projects from start to finish, crafting brand strategies, and also works within creative teams to build and refine stories. He has a unique talent for capturing genuine emotions such as happiness and joy, making his work both visually and emotionally impactful.

Based in Poland, Mateusz also works internationally, serving clients around the world.

He enjoys experimenting with light and composing images that are aesthetically pleasing and narratively rich, consistently blending creativity with storytelling in his photography.

Clients who trusted his vision are Nike, Adidas, 4F, Reebok, Huawei, Xiaomi, Philips, Samsung, Bosch, Kinder Bueno, Ferrero, Milka, BNP, Raiffeisen, Santander, MasterCard, Jaguar, Range Rover, Peugeot, Dacia, Orange and T-mobile.

"I started this project with a pile of shoes from a vintage shop, picking out all the yellow and blue pairs, and photographed them hanging from their laces. I donated the image to the Ukraine Charity, who used it in an article highlighting the plight of refugees and internally displaced persons.

In conversation with the charity, we had the idea to create a series of images to portray Ukraine refugee children in a positive light rather than a forlorn one. These are a small selection of many images. I have donated all the images to the Ukraine Charity, the children, and their families, and I have met some of the most fantastic and enthusiastic children and grown-ups.

My thanks to
Ukraine Charity 
Ukraine Social Club, Richmond
St Stephens Church, Twickenham
Lillington Community Centre, Leamington Spa."

Phil Babb, 2024

Phil is represented by SARAHDAW in the UK