balearic islands Jun 2011

Palma Pictures has had a great start to 2011, hosting 25 television commercial production companies from 12 different countries. 'The Inbetweeners', E4's smash-hit show, shot with the company for five weeks and is due to hit the big screen later this summer. Filming has just begun for 'Mad Dogs 2', recently nominated for a BAFTA award, with shooting set to continue over the next nine weeks and Palma Pictures once again providing local production services.

The company was delighted to celebrate the success of 'Brilla', the Nike commercial starring Rafa Nadal that was awarded a Gold Medal at the prestigious Sol Advertising Festival.

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Camino Media’s local team captures the scene across Mallorca. 

“Fantastic and uber-helpful,” were the words from MTV’s 'Pageant Place' producer Angi Kuhn. The company invites clients to tap into its local knowledge and work with its agile production crew to shoot memorable stories.

Javelin Direct did just that by calling on Camino Media to shoot a TVC for An Post during a Mallorca cycling race. "Our client is delighted. Thank you again to you and your crew for taking such good care of us and for such a great job." Dara McClatchie, Big Fish Production Manager for Javelin Direct.

There is a long list of reasons why clients should include Mallorca in their production schedule, and Orange Valley can offer personal, capable and flexible services across a broad range of production options.

• 300 days of sun a year, with average temperatures of 21C.
• An extraordinary range of locations (and entire continent on an island), with film-friendly infrastructure.
• World-class studio facilities and cutting-edge equipment.
• Multi lingual crew and casting.
• Quick and easy access.

Contact Orange Valley to discuss the possibilities.

Inspired by movies and drawing paintings at an early age, Maria Simon soon realised that photography was the tool to give her stories visual form.

Developing her unique fresh style - a fusion of intense colours, sensuality, and a touch of humour - her versatility across all genres is appreciated by a range of clients.

Born in Berlin, Maria works with international names including Lady Gaga, FHM, Angelika London, Natasha Collis, Rise Fashion, Dirty Pretty Things, Universal Music, and many more.

Visit her website to see more of her work.

Javier Pla was born in Madrid and at the age of 23 moved to New York City to study photography at the ICP New York. After 11 years living and working in the city, he moved back to Europe from where he regularly contributes portraits, personal projects and fashion editorials to magazines including Yo dona, Marie Claire, German Glamour, GQ and Condé Nast Traveler.

Javier's work has a disarming charm that constantly tells a story. His advertising clients include Dove, Turespaña, Nivea, Escorpion, Fun&Basics, Springfield, Larios, Costa Blanca and tuc tuc Kids.

His personal work has been exhibited in prestigious galleries including Sotheby's Spain, Casa de Vacas (Madrid), Gallery C (Germany), and McCann-Eriksson (Paris).

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Pere Ferrer's latest projects and clients include:

• Comunitat Valenciana tourism campaign.
• Vichy Catala.
• Gas Natural.
• Chupa Chups Extreme.
• Adidas Spanish national football team.
• Marc Marquez.
• Catalunya Caixa.
• Mentos.
• Zurich Insurance.
• Nestlé.
• Buff.

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White Studio is a commercial photography studio strategically located in the centre of Palma.

The studio mainly specialises in food photography for clients including restaurants and upscale supermarket chains, yet is perfectly prepared to carry out other commercial assignments including interior and exterior design, still life and product photography as well as events and 'Making of' shoots.

Depending on the assignment, White Studio collaborates with a variety of professionals such as gastronomy designers, hair stylists and make-up artists in order to achieve a sophisticated final product of the highest quality.

White Studio will soon welcome a video artist to its established team. Visit the website for more information.

Watson Production is a full service photo and moving image production company based in Mallorca, specialising in catalogues, editorials and advertising. With nearly 20 years in the business the company can ensure a production runs smoothly and cost effectively from pre-production through to completion.

Moving image is an integral part of many campaigns, so whether clients are shooting stills, moving image or both, Watson is happy to ensure they get the very best service on time and on budget.

Watson's in-depth knowledge of stills and video production from both the client and creative perspective will complement and complete the strengths of any team.

Menorca Production provides a comprehensive production and location service for clients within the photographic, fashion, design and advertising industries.

The company works closely with clients and enjoys welcoming them back season after season, as well as introducing the unique charm and personality of Menorca to newcomers.

Clients include Associated Newspapers, Oriflame, Cotton Traders, Laura Ashley, Damart, You Magazine, Shop Direct, Karstadt, Gray & Osbourn, Sirdar, Ladybird and Adini.

Contact either Lindsay in London +44 (0)7973 759351 or Richard in Menorca +34 699 865157, or visit the website for more information.

Placas Image is a production company based across the Balearic Islands (Ibiza, Mallorca and Formentera), offering full service in everything related to graphic and audiovisual production.

The company is highly regarded in the industry, with expertise in advertising, catalogues and TV commercials.

Recent clients include Calzedonia, Dove, Women Secret, Intimisimi, Vanity Fair, Tuc Tuc Kids and Turespaña.

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Palma Pictures Photo has had a great start to 2011, with a fabulous film shot across a number of Mediterranean beaches for Jack Wills by youth culture photographer/director Elaine Constantine.

This year has also brought another interesting project from SEAT in Barcelona as well as a return visit from friends at Swedish agency Adamsky for Academic Work shot by Petruss Olsson in Madrid. Japanese brand KOSE stopped by with a famous Japanese actress to shoot in Mallorca, while photographer Jason Bell and stylist Richard Pierce shot for American Express.

Next up, UK agency Big Communications are set to return with photographer Matt Hind for another Fruit of the Loom shoot, this time in Madrid.

Located on the Balearic Islands, Mallorca Flow allows clients to benefit from the optimum conditions of the island's well-developed infrastructure and the most reliable climate in Europe - the perfect framework for any photographer and videographer to work in.

The company offers a complete package of production services for both photography and film, ranging from casting to location scouting, production management, team operation, accommodation, equipment and props. Mallorca Flow has broadened its service range to film and video clients, meaning shooting commercials on the island is now easier than ever.

Recent clients include:

• Apollo Optik with Gunther Intelmann.
• Aldi Sued with Planeroa Studios and Stephan Haas.
• BonPrix with Raimund Fritsche.
• Carsten Sanders who shoot the new lookbook for Julia Starp.
• Cornercard with Markus Roessle.
• Brigitte Magazine with by Jan Rieckers.
• Saatchi & Saatchi with Carlos Serrao and Jenson Button.
• Palm Beach Bademoden with April Santiago.

The Island of Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands, and is a beautifully diverse location for all photo shoot needs. Among the locations Mallorca has to offer are ultra modern houses, rustic fincas, beautiful white sandy beaches, crystal clear marinas, leafy, terraced mountains and a fantastic Old Town full of character, all in the presence of the Mediterranean sea.

The Production Factory can cater for every aspect of a production, having eight years of Island experience. With an extensive client base, The Production Factory Mallorca can ensure a shoot is fun, relaxing and stress-free in true Spanish style.

Mallorca Media Production is a full service photo production company providing an extensive network of partners to cover all shooting needs. The company can organise and manage photo shoots for ad campaigns, catalogues and editorials in studio or on location according to clients' specific requirements. mmproduction optimises every shoot by managing budgets and respecting deadlines.

Contact the company for a dedicated selection of location references from its huge picture database. With its well-placed network of professional contacts, mmproduction can produce in Mallorca, Ibiza, Miami, New York, Mexico and the Dominican Republic.

Clients include BonPrix, Fielmann, Nivea, Otto, Elegance, Brax/Leineweber, Quelle Russland, Karstadt, Baur, Burda, Fuer Sie, Triumph, Golle Haug, Lufthansa, and many more.

For the past 14 years Spot Professional Lightservice has been one of the best known addresses for professional photographers in Mallorca, delivering premium class equipment to all locations on the island. One of the most diverse islands in the Balearics, Mallorca offers both extravagant locations and a superb infrastructure, making it an excellent base for any shoot.  

Spot Professional Lightservice can also provide a professional service throughout the Balearics with easy access via plane or ferry to the beautiful island of Minorca, outgoing Ibiza and the utterly charming Formentera.

Their long term experience is your advantage, so let them give your production a unique character ensuring the best knowledge, service and equipment.

StudioUno recently provided equipment to several productions in Mallorca, Menorca and Formentera. Based in Barcelona, Madrid, Mallorca and Buenos Aires, the company offers professional solutions for all kinds of productions with leading equipment including Profoto, Manfrotto, Seaport, Gitzo, Maglanier, Hasselblad, Phase One and Canon.

Latest projects include:

• Leading Spanish photographer Txema Yeste shot Patricia Conde for Magna Productions.
• Photographer Camilla Akrans shot in Menorca for Oenobiol Cosmetics with The Gang.
• Kristina Fender shot a Durex campaign with Enri Mur.
• Sunnyday for Tommy Hilfiger.
• 'Keep it Special' with photographer Julia Soler for Converse.
• Joana Burgues shot in Formentera for Rodhes & Beckett.

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Palma Equipment Rental brings big city resources to this ideal island location. The company stocks the latest range of professional photographic lighting, camera and production equipment and provides a fast and efficient service complete with 24/7 delivery and technical support.

Based in Palma de Mallorca, the company services the Balearic Islands of Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera, as well as mainland Europe.

Supplying lighting, cameras, DSLR video and crews, Palma Equipment Rental can also call upon a wide local network for studio and production services.