As a photographer and director, Thomas Kettner approaches fragrance as something that can’t be shown literally, but instead must be translated through image, movement, and atmosphere.

INTERSTELLAR is a scent, and these visuals, alongside the film, represent his interpretation of its character. Rather than illustrating perfume in a conventional way, he draws on the body, light, tension, and release, creating a visual language that feels raw, cinematic, and emotionally charged.

Thomas’ work goes beyond pose and styling, instead focusing on presence, energy, and genuine emotion. Suspended between shadow and light, intimacy and impact, control and surrender, INTERSTELLAR transcends a typical fragrance campaign, becoming a sensory experience shaped through his distinctive photographic and directorial eye.

Monday in May is a boutique agency based in Hamburg. Their represented photographers are: Anne Deppe, Arthur Mebius, Benjamin Pichelmann, Britta Leuermann, Christian Kerber, Florian Büttner, Kathrin Leisch, Laura Nenz, Lina Grün, Tobias Gromatzki, Volker Wenzlawski, and Walter Glöckle. Their main specialities are lifestyle, people, automotive, portrait, beauty, food, interior, still life, and travel, and most of them also work as directors.

"Our mission is to turn every production into an exceptional, efficient and highly professional experience. We value a cooperative and trusting partnership and offer tailor-made solutions. One of our core principles is transparent and open communication at all levels.

Beyond business, we find joy in connecting people and helping to turn ideas into realities. We are dedicated to support and represent the photographers we work with, nurturing their success and facilitating their growth.

Join us on this exhilarating journey as we push boundaries, celebrate creativity, and breathe life into captivating visions."

Thomas Kettner is a photographer and director with nearly four decades of experience, known for strong leadership, distinctive storytelling and a clear, human-centred approach to image-making. Working with small, expert teams, he turns ideas into crafted visual narratives that connect with people and support business objectives.

His approach balances two equally important elements, the visible result and the quality of execution behind it. While the final image is what clients see, judge and remember, the process itself is what builds trust, consistency and long-term value.

Based in Hamburg, Thomas works with a dynamic team of young creatives and is also affiliated with the design and branding agency Vetica Group, with operations spanning Germany, Switzerland and Taiwan. Across photography, film and strategic consultancy, he brings together authenticity, professionalism and a willingness to take creative risks in pursuit of outstanding results.

His work has earned numerous international accolades, including recognition in Lürzer’s Archive 200 Best Ad Photographers Worldwide 2023/24.

Thomas continues to bring a thoughtful, experience-led perspective to every project, combining visual expertise with strategic insight.

Patrick Stegmaier is a Hamburg-based photographer specialising in transportation and lifestyle imagery. Represented by Wildfox Running, his work explores the intersection of automotive design and lived-in atmosphere.

Driven by a strong sense of intentionality, Patrick often works with analogue film and available light, using both to bridge the gap between polished surfaces and honest textures. His imagery aims to tell stories in which product and person meet on equal footing, balancing design with authenticity.

With a style that feels both considered and natural, Patrick brings a distinctive perspective to his work, shaped by atmosphere, texture and a deep appreciation for visual storytelling.

Some might call him an “the analog purist,” but he’s fine with just being called “Patrick.”  

After a long solo journey through various stages in advertising and media, Severin and Wendeler started in 2009 to produce and support international photographers and directors together.

With a focus on people and transportation, they now produce still and moving content - real or virtual, with lenses or through CGI, always with a hand-picked international team to get the best possible creative content, on budget and on time.

Svenja Blobel is a Berlin based fashion and beauty photographer whose work blends cinematic storytelling with conceptual minimalism. Her imagery moves between clarity and emotion, combining modern, graphic compositions with bold atmosphere and expressive visual narratives.

Drawing inspiration from the contrast between structured architecture and organic forms, Svenja creates images that feel both refined and emotionally charged. This interplay between precision and mood has become a defining element of her visual language.

Through fashion and beauty photography, she focuses on strong visual identity and contemporary storytelling, creating images that feel striking, modern and memorable.

Leo Rohrsetzer is an advertising photographer working globally. Beyond his work, he is known for creating a relaxed, human atmosphere on set where people feel comfortable and focused. Good tunes are always part of the shoot, helping teams find a natural rhythm and enjoy the process as much as the outcome.

He works with international brands and editorial teams, including Nivea, Avène, Wella, Calvin Klein, Mercedes-Benz, and Cosmopolitan, collaborating with diverse crews across cultures and locations worldwide.

Leo values trust, clear communication, and positive energy, believing that strong images stem from genuine connections between people.

For nearly two decades, elbmodels has stood for a broader, more authentic vision of beauty and talent. For 19 years, they have been representing models whose age begins where other agencies draw the line. Today, elbmodels is proud to be Germany’s leading model agency for best agers and senior models, redefining standards and celebrating experience, character, and presence.  

"Our focus has always been on people — real personalities with real stories.
That’s why, three years ago, we launched elbcasting, our Casting & People division. Built on the strong values of the elbmodels brand, elbcasting expands our services to meet the evolving needs of modern communication and advertising."  

elbcasting represents real people. Faces with character. Individuals with a slightly crooked nose, a gap between their teeth, or an edgy look — just like life itself: imperfect, flawed, unpredictable, and therefore truly exciting.

With offices in Hamburg and Munich, elbmodels and elbcasting connect experienced professionals with outstanding newcomers. We provide tailored solutions for every production, offering access to exceptional talent from Germany and around the world.

elbmodels & elbcasting: Where every story finds the right face.

"As a commercial photographer and visual storyteller, I specialise in high-impact narratives that bridge technical precision with artistic intuition. My work is defined by a mastery of light and perspective, allowing me to transform brand identities into iconic visual assets. 

Last year started with high-profile projects for Mercedes-Benz and HUK-Coburg.

I have continued to push boundaries by integrating virtual production into my workflow. Whether shooting advertising, automotive, or lifestyle, I collaborate closely with creative teams to deliver polished, narrative-driven results that don’t just showcase a product—they define a complete story."

Thomas Kettner is a photographer, director and creative leader with more than four decades of international experience. His foundation is visual storytelling, but today he sees leadership and transformation as the natural evolution of his work.

With Liquid Monkeys, his new creative venture, he brings together young, bold talents and guides them with clarity and high standards. He leads from the front, fully involved from first idea to final frame, challenging assumptions and pushing teams beyond the obvious.

Clients value his directness, resilience and strategic instinct. He has a rare ability to cut through noise, redefine narratives and create momentum that goes far beyond the image itself. Thomas combines creative intuition with disciplined execution, shaping not only strong visuals, but stronger identities and lasting impact.