beauty photography Jul 2014

Adam Leigh-Manuell is an award-winning fashion, beauty and editorial photographer whose clients include Procter & Gamble, Amazon, Macy's, and ESPN the magazine. He was born in New York and currently resides in Cincinnati, Ohio, traveling throughout the US on assignments.

Adam continues to push the boundaries of his photography by juxtaposing modern beauty with nostalgia, while incorporating an unexpected edge into each image. Traditionally educated in film, his firm understanding of light and technique allows him to execute each photograph quickly and with minimal retouching. He believes in creating the best image possible in camera while using digital enhancement to surpass the limitations of reality.

Whether working on global beauty packaging or e-comm editorials, Adam's approach is very collaborative. His cooperative style often surpasses a client's request as he enhances and elevates their vision. His creativity and professionalism result in lasting relationships and exceptional imagery.

Alexander Imaging is a creative advertising and catalogue studio, located for 15 years in the heart of Soma, San Francisco. Jeff Alexander strives for clean, creative imagery that is focused on beauty, cosmetics, products and food for a wide range of clientele.

Full service production, skilled photography, high-end retouching and post-production, Alexander Imaging consistently works for its clients to bring a high level of service and attention.

Anna Mrazek Kovacic is a leading Czecho-Slovak photographer, best known for her provocative visual sense and high aesthetic value. Bold, daring, alluring photographs with strong sexual charge, smart composition and colour harmonising, original locations, sets and decorations are all characteristic features of her work.

Check out her latest editorial for leading Czech fashion magazine Dolce Vita, and next level ads for Middle East giant, Mall of the Emirates.

Anna is represented by Pavleye.

Creativity and high-level technical skills are the hallmarks of Jo van den Berg's love of beauty photography. His delicate lighting techniques and sensual eye are unique, making him one of the rare high-end photographers.

The team takes care of the whole process of production and production monitoring,  including organisation, casting, styling, make-up and set-builing, as well as electronic post-production to match pre-press.

Jo understands how to transport a marketing message clearly and emotionally: "Images are to conquer not only the head, but also the heart!"

Caleb & Gladys are known for their surreal and dramatic take on creating images that are visually stunning, yet that always aim to redefine boundaries. Never bowing to monotony, their work is a marriage of both beauty and art.

Since the beginning of their fashion career their work has been published in international magazines both in print and online, including Harper's Bazaar, L'Officiel, Elle, Tatler and Vogue Italia's PhotoVogue.

In addition to their success in the commercial world, Caleb & Gladys have received several awards such as first place in 'Professional Advertising in Fashion' at the prestigious International Photography Awards; Professional Photographer of the Year UK 'In the Studio'; and also the Harper's Bazaar x ION Fashion Photography Awards.

Christian Ammann is a beauty and fashion photographer and director. After studying photography in Zurich, he founded his own company in 1996. Based between London and central Europe, Christian works internationally and has
established a name for himself in the fields of fashion and beauty, shooting for prestigious clients in the editorial and advertising sectors.

His vision has fromed from an ever-evolving approach to fashion, while his style is elegant, timeless and the use of colour and lighting make his work unique. Christian likes strong images that stand out and span fashion and art.

He has shot campaigns for Wella, Max Factor, Pantene, L'Oréal, Cartier, Tag Heuer, Boss Fragrances, Hugo Boss, UBS, Microsoft, Visa, Credit Suisse, Gillette, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Jalouse and Flair Mondadori.

Christian's directing work has won him awards in New York, London, LA, and elsewhere. Nikon has engaged him to be one of its few chosen ambassadors. Christian loves and lives his work.
 

Dilip Lama is a San Francisco-based beauty and fashion photographer.
His talented team includes an in-house retoucher and their combined background in visual design make them a unique creative force.

Dilip strives to create images that can be experienced rather than simply viewed. Inspired by all aspects of life, the full range of emotion and human experience; Dilip loves to play with colour, form and shadow to breathe life into his stunning visuals. He has a particular affinity for the timeless beauty of motion pictures and recreating that enduring classic perfection.

From his base in San Francisco Dilip also travels to New York, Los Angeles and other areas on assignments.

Working primarily in the field of beauty photography, Fernando Milani was born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Based in New York City, he divides his time between the US and Europe.

Fernando is dedicated to photography, and with passion and tremendous focus he challenges his creativity and explores new forms of art. His drive, charisma and keen sensibility for beauty is what makes his work so noticeable to creative directors and clients.

In 2006, Fernando was listed in WWD Beauty Biz Magazine's "It" list as one of the 'Top Beauty Photographers' in the industry.

He has shot for magazines and publications such as Marie Claire, Glamour, InStyle, Elle (US), Seventeen, Shape, Fitness, Self, Vibe, EVE (UK), to name just a few. His recent advertising clients include John Frieda, Garnier, Pantene, Sephora, Avon, Gillette, Pepsi Cola, Peroni Beer, Philips, Boots (UK), Campbell's, Kraft, Bayer and Johnson&Johnson.

Harry Vorsteher is based in Dusseldorf and works for international clients worldwide, both commercially and editorially.

Taking natural and individual images is his main motivation. The results are characterised by his unique sensitivity and creativity, striving for the perfect moment, frozen into the one picture.

Henk Bleeker’s non-commissioned work is created in the best tradition of the Dutch masters of the 16th and 17th centuries, in which light and composition play an important role. However, his subjects are contemporary, even though he displays a certain tendency towards romanticism.

This is also evident from his choice of subjects. The raw images of boxers - today’s gladiators - who, in many cases, grew up on the streets of cities such as New York, Boston and Havana. On the other hand, the cowboys, who still inhabit America’s prairies. Henk Bleeker does not shy away from diving for weeks at a time into the harsh and raw existence of these modern adventurers. This is also true for his quest through gyms, searching for the essence of our existence; to survive or to be survived.

The photos he takes are well aimed, the result of his keen eye and sense for light and composition. Always surprising, never clichéd, and certainly not kitsch, Henk's work is included in the collections of the Friesian Museum in Leeuwarden and the Photo Museum of The Hague, and in a large number of corporate and private collections, both at home and abroad.

Specialised in beauty, lifestyle and people, Jan Kocovski's style demonstrates great attention to detail. His personal experience, skill and style create intense images, and his ability to work conceptually and offer visual solutions is beneficial for every client.

Jan’s recent clients include Kia Motors, LSG SkyChefs, Windstar Medical, Monteil Cosmetics, Boehringer Ingelheim, Basler Haarkosmetik, Degussa, Amazon, Sunstar and Pro7.

Alongside his production team, Jan consistently creates seamless productions and stunning imagery and is well equipped to take care of every aspect of location assignments.

Jan works either in his 360 m² studio, which features a great variety of lighting equipment - both for indoor and outdoor use. An extensive image archive complements the studio's services, as well as in-house post-production that covers all areas of image processing.

Jeff Mikkelson is an award-winning beauty and fashion photographer based in NYC, with advertising and editorial clients worldwide. His style combines classical lyricism with a distinctly modern edge and an underlying sensuality. 

His clients range from major international labels to boutique brands, and he brings the same positive energy, commitment and enthusiasm to every project, big or small.

Jenny Hands has been shooting internationally over the past three months working on projects for P&G, Aveda, Marliees Dekkers, HOB Salons and Darren Ambrose.

Visit Jenny's website for more information and recent work.

"Photography is not to make a living but our way of living."

Robbert Beck Productions stands for high quality and good full service.

"Beauty is everywhere.“

There is nothing ephemeral when you take a look at the work of Leif and Sonja. Inspired by everything around them, they are constantly evolving their own unique point of view. Starting as a photography duo just five years ago, they are already renowned for their strikingly beautiful lighting, their calm, yet very strong emotional and intense pictures.

Always multi-layered, sometimes with a little twist and a twinkle, their work can be minimalistic or baroque, right in your face or smooth. They are able to handle clients' needs very carefully and as a result have already worked on international campaigns.

The two very likable 'Berliners-by-choice' are sure to reveal some undiscovered places when it comes to beauty and fashion photography.

Wendy Hope is a multi-faceted, fun and energetic photographer and visual artist. She displays her expertise in creating a variety of dramatic and exciting looks in high-end beauty and fashion as well as celebrity driven advertising campaigns.

Wendy’s work combines technical precision and attention to detail, which is reflected in her range in lighting and highly stylised work. She is fantastic to collaborate with in the creative process and efficient in all areas of production.

Wendy is based out of Brooklyn, N.Y. Her clients include Neiman Marcus, New You Magazine, Scratch Magazine, Culture Magazine, Sebastian Hair, Wella Hair, Revlon, Clairol, Motions, Essence Magazine and ESPN.