paris Oct 2013

Born in Paris, Angela de Bona started her professional career in cinema studios at a very young age. The world of cinema drove her to photography and fashion. She became a model and photo shoots brought her all over the world, and she eventually became a models' rep.

In 1985, she made a career change and became a hairdressers' and make up artists' agent, and then two years later became a photographers' rep. The first two photographers Angela represented were Patrick Demarchelier, whom she still represents today, and Alex Chatelain.

Her idea was simple - to create an agency capable of supporting image-makers within the realms of both art and business. The agency has grown to represent photographers for assignment, special projects, and image licensing.

Angela de Bona has a diverse group of famous artists today who are professional, established and preeminent talents in their fields. Work ranges from editorial and advertising assignments, longer-term independent projects in photography, and work by artists with respected positions in the art world.

Jed Root, Inc. is the premier agency for leading fashion photographers, illustrators, stylists, hair and make-up artists, prop stylists and set designers within the fashion industry.

The artists represented by Jed Root, Inc. contribute to projects including advertising campaigns, editorial photo shoots and fashion shows.

Founded in 1989 in New York, the agency offers true global representation to its artists with offices in New York, Paris, London, Los Angeles and Tokyo.

Today, Jed Root, Inc. sustains its commitment to supplying top talent and continues to set precedents within the constantly evolving fashion industry.

Born and raised in a family of artists, Benjamin Decoin has always been surrounded by visual arts. He started his career in 2000, travelling (sailing!) the world and writing text for travel and cinema magazines. He developed a love for photography and his passion for portraits and people made him soon became a renowned celebrity photographer.

His ability to put people at ease and his pictures, recognisable for the story they tell, their bright and intense look, allow him to gain the trust of major celebrities.

Benjamin is currently based in Paris with his creative team where he can host full production projects and organise everything from pre- to post-production. While he travels all around the world for his clients and assignments, he tries to keep some time for his personal projects, mainly focused on the sea, on and under water.

Among the many celebrities he recently shot include Catherine Deneuve, Nathalie Portman, Gérard Depardieu, Uma Thurman, Mads Mikkelsen and Ryan Gosling.

He collaborates with major European magazines and French luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior and department stores such as Le Printemps.

Leo Caillard was born in Paris in 1985 and possesses the characteristics of leading creative photographers. Graduating in 2008 from France’s internationally renowned Gobelins School of Visual Communication, Leo began developing his series 'Art Games' and 'Hipster in Stones'. His most recent work includes dressing the Renaissance and ancient statues of the Louvre as contemporary “hipsters”, forcing the viewer to question what is real, and what could be.

Aside form the dynamics of Leo's imagination, what is apparent is his total mastery of 21st Century tools of the trade. An irrepressible curiosity coupled with a meticulous mastery of current imaging technologies 3D image and photographic manipulation, Leo's insights cause us to question the relativity of our daily experiences.

Paris and Berlin-based photographer and visual concept creator Olivier C. Meriel works for agencies and magazines in addition to his own personal projects. His interest for common items as well as ordinary surroundings constitutes the main influence in the creation of his still life and urban photography.

Palast Photographie was founded in 2005 by photographer Julien Manigand. Retoucher Thierry Peureux joined him in 2011. From their own studio facilities located in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, the pair have developed their product photography working with brands such as Baccarat, Roger Vivier, Hennessy, Le Coq Sportif, Microsoft, and many others. They were recently noticed for their innovative SkinDeep technique, allowing the creation of instant bas-relief from still or live subjects.

Visit the website for an overview of the company's work.

Ralph Wenig grew up surrounded by fashion and journalism in Munich, Germany. After Berlin and New York, he finally settled in Paris and has been a freelance fashion and celebrity photographer since 1997.

Shooting for magazines such as Italian, Russian, Spanish and Japanese Vogue, Vanity Fair Italy and 7000 magazine, Ralph has photographed celebrities such as Audrey Tautou, Vanessa Paradis, Catherine Deneuve, Olivier Martinez, Olga Kurylenko, Jean Reno, Dita Von Teese, Steffi Graf and André Agassi, Mika, and many more.

Clients include Kenzo, Emmanuel Ungaro, Giambattista Valli, Swarovski, Louis Vuitton, Hermes, L’Oréal Pro, Longines, Nokia, Moet & Chandon, Galeries Lafayette, Berenice and Samsung.

Ralph is also a passionate traveller and has done several personal projects in India, Burma, Laos, Thailand, Indonesia, Dubai and Oman, as well as underwater photography. He started directing videos in 2003 and now splits his time between photography and directing. He is represented by Carole Dardanne/ARTSPHERE.

Sylvain Millier is a commercial product, food and advertising photographer. He pays close attention to the demands of his clients, bringing his creativity to each project. Mastering the perfect lighting for any product, he has a real affinity with liquids of all kinds.

Visit his website for more information.

Since 2007, Montpellier-based Conti Sud Productions has been offering all inclusive production services ranging from scouting services to crew booking, casting and set design, providing whatever is needed to ensure a successful shoot.

Through a wide network of partner companies around the world, Conti Sud Productions guarantees top quality services and efficient cost solutions for productions worldwide.

Conti Sud Productions offers more than 500 houses to rent for photos in France, Belgium, Ibiza, Bali and all over the world.

EyeSee is a Paris-based full service production company working throughout France and worldwide across advertising, fashion and corporate industries. The company also produces moving images, essentially online brand content, following clients' needs and budget.

EyeSee collaborates with clients at every stage of the creative process, providing art buying, casting, location scouting, budget management, accommodation, transportation, crew booking, catering and equipment rental.

Whatever the request, the company's team of highly skilled producers strives to make every production a stress-free experience. Enthusiastic, efficient and cost-effective defines EyeSee's way of working, with the company offering seamless solutions tailored to each individual client.

Recent productions include:

• Numero China - Photographer: Txema Yeste. Stylist: Timothy Lim.
• Gauloises - Deep Blue. Photographer: Markus Heumann. Creative Director: Michael Chamberlain.
• Milo - CBA. Photographer: Philippe Gueguen. Senior AD: Nathalie Aupetit. Junior AD: Syndey Couchy.
• BHV - Rosapark. Photographer: Romain Ricard. AD: Caroline Pauleau.
• Dassault Systèmes - The Frame Works. Photographer: Erik Almas. Executive CD: Terry Brissenden. CD: Ray Brennan. Art buyer: Tanja Adam & Helen Archer.
• Shots Magazine / John Hegarty - Photographer: Dan Burn Forti.

Located in Paris and run by Jacqueline Pusch and John Fanning, JPPS offers global production consulting for advertising and editorial shoots of any size. Their vast experience and a reliable international network allows for successful shoots worldwide.

Over the years, the pair's unrelenting enthusiasm, energy and endurance has been appreciated by clients including Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Max Mara, Sunglass Hut, Harper's Bazaar, Harrods, GQ, Glamour, Vogue, H&M, Repetto, Diesel, Manor, Boden, Holt Renfrew, BMW, Renault, Citroën, Peugeot, IBM, Allianz, Lufthansa, Philip Morris, Perrier and Rolex.

JPPS also offers creative services for making-of videos, Internet spots and behind the scenes photography.

Visit JPPS Photo Production on Facebook.

Based in Paris, Toolbox Productions is the association of three producers who have worked together for 17 years.

Nico, Fred and Jérémie have great skills and experience and can provide the best service with a smile and tonnes of positive energy.

Advertising, catalogues, fashion and challenging projects can all be produced in France and throughout the world. With an extensive network of good people, the most appropriate solution is found for each project.

KA2 Production is a full service photographic production company working within the advertising and fashion industries.

The company offers a range of services including photographic production, budget management, on site co-ordination, location scouting, casting, art buying, equipment hire, transport and accommodation.

Shoot's recent clients include EDF, La Poste, La Halle, Monoprix, Bonobo, Lego, GO Sport, Nicolas Feuillatte and Christian Louboutin.

Established in 2005, La Moustache is a highly experienced full service production company specialised in photo shoots.

Passionate about photography, La Moustache adapts resources to meet the needs of each individual project. Based in Paris, the company's extended network permits clients to take advantage of numerous location opportunities throughout France. La Moustache also has experience producing for clients in several countries around the world.

Clients include advertising companies, corporate names, fashion, luxury and automobile brands.

"Change your style, get a Moustache!"

Created in 1999, Midi:10 is a full service photo and moving image production company with an experienced, highly qualified and energetic team that can provide answers to all of its clients' creative and budgetary needs.

The two main partners each have more than 20 years' experience in worldwide productions and have an immense passion for photography.

The company firmly believes in the need for the best combination of smooth logistics and personable service.

Visit the website or call +33 (0)1 56 08 23 10 to meet the team. Check Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest information.

Created in 1999, Octopix is a full service production company based in Paris. Octopix provides experienced multilingual coordinators, friendly assistants and effective technicians to make shoots run as smoothly as possible.

The agency offers the largest location database in France and loves the challenge of finding that "impossible" location in France and throughout the world. Octopix also includes casting and set design services.

The agency adapts to creative and budget expectations for clients as diverse as Louis Vuitton, Microsoft and Vogue, to name just a few.

Rouchon Paris is the leading rental studio in Paris, with 10 studios in two separate downtown locations: Studio Astre and Studio Rouchon.

Rouchon Paris also features one of the most versatile and professional digital services in town, with photo and video capture services, making-of, post-production and equipment rental.

Want to bring Rouchon Paris with you everywhere you go? Clients can call the production department to make sure they get everything they need.

Created in 1959 by photographer Jacques Rouchon, Rouchon Paris and its fully dedicated English-speaking crew share values of carefulness, rigour and progress.

PhotoCineRent is a camera and lighting rental facility for broadcasting and cinema professionals, ideally situated in the heart of Paris.

With a wide range of digital cameras and optics, PhotoCineRent proposes the most powerful cameras of their generation as well as optimal lighting and technical solutions and fully equipped shooting vehicles.

According to a project's specifications, PhotoCineRent is capable of answering any request to provide a complete shooting unit for cinema, television or advertising productions.

Available for rental, PhotoCineRent proposes the Arri Alexa, the Sony F5 / F55, the RED Epic, along with optics including Zeiss, Leica, Cooke and Angenieux and a full range of accessories.

PhotoCineRent is partner to Blackmagic, Arri Lighting, Canon, Nikon, Briese, Profoto, Sony, Panasonic, Zeiss, Fujinon, OConnor, and many more.

PhotoCineRent owns a subsidiary exclusively intended for sales - PhotoCineShop.com.

For clients looking to shoot in Paris, Morocco, or anywhere else for that matter, RVZ's highly experienced team of 35 professionals, for 25 years, is available for all production needs.

Equipment includes: Flashes - Profoto, Broncolor, Briese, Elinchrom, Multiblitz. Digital capture - Phase One, Canon, Nikon, Hasselblad, Leaf. Cameras - Red Epic M, Red Epic Dragon, Scarlet, Canon EOS C300, Arri Alexa. HMI / Tungsten - Arri, K5600, Desisti, Dedolight. Fluos / LEDs - Kino Flo, Lite Panels, Smart Light, Trucolor, Cineled. Softboxes, frames, textiles, effects and specific accessories including wind and smoke machines. Props, make-up stations, folding tables, chairs, boxes. Dollies and accessories. Lighting grips, stands, power distribution, trucks, location vans, generators.

Contact RVZ at Paris-Malakoff on +33 (0)1 47 46 17 00 or in Marrakech on +212 (0)5 24 30 14 20.