STILL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY Oct 2014

Barry Makariou is as much an image creator as he is a photographer. Technically skilled in post-production, he is able to bring even the most challenging products to life. His style is bold, arresting and unique, with an acute awareness of form and aesthetic to reveal the essence of the subject matter.

A consummate professional Barry has worked with a wide range of clients including Avios, Laimon Fresh, Blackberry, Gillette and Hasselblad.

He won the prestigious Graphis/One Eyeland Advertising Award, and was a finalist in the Hasselblad Masters 2014.

Bruce Anderson is a London-based still life photographer, specializing in high-end fashion, advertising and editorial images.

At his studio in Shoreditch, he creates a relaxed yet focused shooting style, which is an ideal environment for any project. Bruce consistently produces fresh and bespoke imagery and is always keen to embrace new ideas.

He’s currently working on a new website and is open to the idea of an agent.

Carl Warner’s still life work reflects his unique creative vision. Photography has brought him worldwide acclaim in art direction.

During his vast career in advertising, Carl has been commissioned by clients such as Nestle, Unilever and General Mills, as well as a publishing deal with Abrams books.

David Lawrence was born to be a photographer - both his father and great uncle were photographers. After studying at Parsons and the School of Visual Arts in New York City, he pursued a brief career as a graphic designer but soon gravitated towards still life photography thanks to a natural knack for finding that perfect angle to show things in their best light. He is also a born problem solver who relishes a challenge, whether artistic, technical or logistical - especially when it leads to a beautiful picture.

David has shot for many of the most popular national consumer magazines and numerous brandname advertisers for fashion, beauty, jewellery, liquor, electronics, tech and financial services. His most recent clients have included Harper's Bazaar, Esquire, Instyle, Essence, People, Forbes, L'Oréal, John Frieda, Ann Taylor, Nike and Starter Athletic.

From his own studios in Shoreditch, highly accessible to the creative industries of London, Dennis Pedersen uses technical prowess and ingenuity to achieve the effects for which he is known for.

Pedersen has an abundant darkroom experience and takes a highly trained eye to digital production. With his unerring ability to capture the essence of a product, he always pushes the boundaries to photographically create the impossible.

Gani Piñero is an advertising, commercial and editorial photographer specialising in products, sports and portrait photography. In all of his work, Gani brings with him a passion for the subject he is photographing and a commitment to capturing moments that communicate volumes to the audience in the blink of an eye. His work is known for encapsulating both intensity and humanity, grit and warmth.

A native of Chicago, Gani is now based in San Francisco with his wife and two kids.

London-based John Bennett specializes in still life product shots of luxury watches and jewelery. He has over 20 years of experience shooting high quality watches, jewelery, precious stones, perfumes and luxury fashion accessories.

His passion for the subject stems from fascination with compositions, the space between objects, and the beautiful forms they create. John's clients include De Beers diamond jewellers, Harrods, among others.

John Lawton is an American photographer based in Chelsea, New York City, just off the High Line. He specialises in fashion, still life, cosmetic and product photography and prides himself on his easy-going attitude, flexibility, and precise, graphic style.

John has been shooting for editorial and advertising clients for the past 15 years. Recent clients include Dentsu/360i, Protagonist, BHH, Canon, Real Simple, Dwell, Travel & Leisure, Seiko and Unilever. John’s work was also recently selected for American Photography 30.

Jörg Schieferecke has been working as a still life photographer for 25 years now. His pictures suggest scenes of perfection while his strength lies in uplifting situations with sparkling light reflexes that transmit glorious impressions.

He has an abundance of experience photographing shoes and lingerie. His portfolio covers still life, fashion, beauty and advertising. Jörg is based in Stuttgart where he settled down with his young family.

Jörg is represented by Avenger Photographers.

Award-winning Juneul Huh from South Korea is a visionary still life and interior photographer. After receiving his BA in Photography from Brooks Institute, Juneul has gone on to work with companies and magazines like California Homes, BMW, Christian Dior, Perigot and Shinsegae.

Visit his website for more information.

Leo Acker’s bold and imaginative work makes him one of London's most sought-after still life photographers.

Over the years, Leo has developed a unique creative photographic style, combined with precise digital skills.

From his studio in Shoreditch and on location, Leo shoots for a wide range of clients. Recent commissions include work for Sainsbury's, Dove Cosmetics, Marks & Spencer, Russell & Bromley, John Lewis, Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Red and Glamour Magazine.

Mark Wiens has over 20 years of experience shooting conceptual still life and product images. Merging interests in science, technology and design, he has developed special techniques for difficult to photograph materials and subjects.

Recognised for his graphically clean images, Mark is also known for his lighting style and innovative approach to challenging subject matter. Wry humour and fresh looks at everyday objects characterise his conceptual work while his product photography is noted for its elegant lighting and simple, iconographic composition.

Nicholas Duers is a still life photographer specialising in fashion accessories, beauty products and luxury goods. He earned his degree in advertising photography from the Rochester Institute of Technology, and currently operates out of his photo studio located in Midtown Manhattan.

In 2010, Nicholas was named one of Surface Magazine's Avant Guardians. In 2011, Graphis granted him their Emerging Talent award, and in 2013, again listed him as one of the 100 Best in Photography. Later that year, APA NY awarded him grand prize in their annual contest.

His work has also been recognised by the International Photography Awards, Prix de la Photographie Paris, London Photographic Awards, Art Directors Club, Racie Awards, Advertising Photographers of America, Hasselblad Masters, Photo District News, and the Los Angeles Center for Digital Art.

Omer Knaz is best known for his still life photography of luxury products – jewelery, watches and fragrances. With over ten years of experience, he brings enthusiasm and commitment to every brief, thus creating strong dynamic images for advertising, editorial and commercial clients.

Whilst using the most up-to-date digital equipment, Omer remains a firm believer of organic shots, that leaves rawness as much as possible, so the photos will be created ‘in camera.’

Omer mostly shoots from his Shoreditch studio.

His clients include Vogue, Tatler, Harrods, The Stylist, McDonalds and Red Magazine.

The images featured in this Spotlight represent Ray's areas of expertise, which is to creatively bring some of his clients' most demanding concepts to life without sacrificing organic appeal.

Specializing in still life, liquids, drinks and physical artistry, Ray combines real life special effects with his in-house retouching and composing facility to bring subjects to life within a pre-determined budget.

Working out of his 3500 sq. ft. converted church hall studio in Camden, London, he has over the last 25 years acquired an excellent production team to assist him in ensuring that even the most difficult brief is executed to the highest of standards.

Still life specialist Rich Begany is based in New York’s Flatiron District.

Rich produces his studio-based photography for clients near and far, utilizing a range of photographic and digital tools from capture through post-production.

His recent collaborations include new work for Moda Operandi, MAC Cosmetics and L’Oreal.

To discuss an upcoming project or to request a portfolio, please contact WiB Agency.

RLPhoto Studio’s creative team focuses on producing the highest quality commercial product and lifestyle imagery. Its state-of-the art studio, combined with over 16 years' experience, helps meet the demands of any project.

Growing over the years to accommodate large-scale projects for global clients, RLPhoto Studio is built to service the entire scope of production including location scouting, model casting, crew travel and location services. With scenic Vermont as home and backdrop, Rick and staff have extensive experience both in studio and on location producing work that inspires their clients as well as themselves.

Thomas Rohde, originally from Denmark, is a London-based photographer specialising in graphic still life and conceptual beauty photography.

Throughout most of his work he utilises liquids to create highly dynamic and energetic imagery. His direct and modern lighting aims to bring out the natural texture and gloss of whatever is in front of the camera.

Thomas has great problem-solving ability and truly loves working with creatives, bringing their vision to life.

Thomas is available for commissions in his London Southbank studio and on location worldwide.

Clients: Prada, Laurent Perrier, Lancome, Clinique, Calvin Klein, Wallis, Fabris Lane, Ernest Jones, Pantene, L’Oreal, Amazon UK, Oriflame Sweden, Oral B.

Magazines: .Cent Magazine, Plethora Magazine, Conde Nast Traveller, Red Magazine, Elle UK, Country & Townhouse, Telegraph SatMag, Stella Magazine, Phoenix.

Till Melchior is a still life photographer based in Hamburg. His passion is to create unique images with distinctive quality.

The range he covers focuses on liquids, jewellery, cosmetics as well as classic still life photography for both national and international advertising and editorial clients.

Till loves working on conceptual processes to give them a spontaneous look. Together with his partners he can offer a wide range of post-production, 3D rendering, production and cost efficent timing.

Till is represented by Stillstars.