Direct Digital   London camera/ accessories photography

A leading rental company dealing in cameras and lighting for photography and video, Direct Digital had the opportunity to connect with Matt Easton, a photographer based in New York and his native London -  he specialises in editorial, fashion, and beauty. On why he uses Direct Digital when in the UK, Matt says that, “putting relationships aside, Direct are highly professional with a great knowledge of all equipment used…[and understand] the industry inside and out.”

Matt’s experience assisting masters such as Annie Leibovitz and Mert & Marcus has allowed him to discover his own signature look. He finds muses in the everyday, “a lot of [his] inspiration comes from movies,” inspirations which inform Matt’s signature sultry style balanced with “a raw and emotional innocence.”

To read more, visit the blog and get in touch with the dedicated staff for a quote.

Sam Faulkner   London fashion film directors

Sam Faulkner creates beautiful and engaging film and content for fashion and beauty brands.

One of Sam’s most challenging projects from the past 12 months was directing a commercial for Dove - the twist being that no-one, not the director, the crew, the client or the agency, had seen the women before the cameras were already rolling. They were cast on their story alone.

Sam has collaborated with many exceptional fashion photographers including Mario Testino, Sølve Sundsbø, David Sims, Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott and Cass Bird.

Fashion clients include Vogue, Love Magazine, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci and Marc Jacobs. Beauty clients include Rimmel, Revlon, D&G Beauty, Lancöme, Max Factor, Dove, Maybelline, Kerastase and Shiseido.

Process   London photo agents

Process is a leading photographic agency, proudly representing a diverse roster of award-winning photographers and directors.

"Recently welcoming two new additions to the team, we’re delighted to announce that Nicky Hamilton and Ryan Ball have joined the Process stable.

Photographer, director and former Head of Art, Nicky Hamilton shoots beautiful, highly cinematic work with extraordinary detail. Exploring performance and symbolism, Nicky’s work is created using elaborate sets, complex moods and evocative narratives. 

Award-winning food photographer, Ryan Ball shoots fresh, contemporary imagery, developing conceptual ideas that explore the creative channels of food photography.

Process presents: Dream Keeper – the exhibition. Join us in celebrating our upcoming photography event on 7th March, 2019. Visit the Process website for more details."

Horton-Stephens Photographers Agents   London photo agents

Horton-Stephens, London’s leading photographers’ agents for over 25 years, have been busy as usual shooting stills and moving image from content to TVC. Featured in this Showcase is a selection of new work, but as always, visit the site for a full run-down.

Horton-Stephens is well-known for representing a world-class group of photographers, but moving image has become a bigger and bigger part of what the team do. Great production remains key to the success of all their shoots, and this is truer than ever with their film work where they offer everything from online/offline editing to sound studio, motion control and CG... whatever it takes. They like to solve problems, not create them!

All the photographers have been shooting new things, including work for for Vauxhall, Costa, E.ON, UK Government, WeightWatchers, Formula E, Innocent, McDonald's, Allianz and Warburtons, to name but a few.

Visiting the ‘Latest News' section is always a good place for an overview. For moving image, head over to sister agency - hortonsshortuns.com.

One Production   London photo production

One Production is a London-based full service production company specialising in photography and moving image production. Since launching in 2005, One Production has built a wealth of experience working with both luxury and commercial brands.

"Production to us is more than logistics. We care enormously about each shoot. Working with a network of global and UK partners, we combine a high level of care, efficiency and honesty with a flexibility and appreciation to each project’s goals."

Clients include Avon, PUMA, Speedo, British GQ, Austin Reed, House of Fraser, Fiorelli, I-D Magazine, Selfridges, Lacoste and many more.

JSR   London photo agents

JSR Agency is a London-based creative management and content production agency working across the world. For over 12 years, JSR has produced work for global clients and brands across advertising, publishing and editorial projects.

"We have recently expanded our list to include still life photographer Annabel Staff, lifestyle shooter Julian Love, and Australia's premier CGI creative animators and re-touchers, Cream Electric Art.

Our artists have recently created some notable work, including Dove Chocolate by BOOM CGI, Shop Small with American Express by Jon Attenborough, the launch of Genesis from car photographer Lee Brimble, Danone Activia's new OOH campaign by Steve Ryan, basketball team Kawasaki Brave Thunders from Satoshi Minakawa, an iconic image of Nigel Farage from Stuart McClymont, and a glorious window display of flowers to launch Primark's new fragrance collection by paper artist Diana Beltran Herrera."

Be sure to check out more work online.

Leo Acker   London still life photographers

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

Over the last 15 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 very wide range of clients.

Recent commissions include work for Liberty, Marks & Spencer, Russell & Bromley, John Lewis, Fenwick, Pandora Jewellery, The Financial Times and Glamour Magazine.

Diego Merino   London

Welcome to the latest issue of Showcase London, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the Capital's leading creatives, photographers and directors, photographers' and illustrators' agents, full service production companies, set designers, CG studios, equipment rental companies and rental studios.

More information is available in our online Photo and Film directories.

Companies such as Westfield, McLaren, Marmite, Marks & Spencer, V&A Museum, Starbucks, Yohji Yamamoto, Domino's, Jaeger, Zovirax, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to check out our featured events:

• The Photographers' Gallery presents Dave Heath: Dialogues with Solitudes, the first major UK exhibition dedicated to the work of this hugely influential American photographer. From 8th March to 2nd June.
• The National Portrait Gallery hosts Only Human: Martin Parr, from 7th March to 27th May.
• Crystal Palace International Film Festival, 7th – 30th March, presents a diverse programme of the very best independent films from all over the world.

Our cover was shot by Diego Merino for Client Magazine.

Kris Kirkham   London food & drink photographers

Kris Kirkham is a London-based food, drink and lifestyle photographer with a genuine love of food and passionate eye for detail. With 15 years experience as a chef and the last 10 years in the food photography industry, Kris’ entire working life has revolved around food.

Kris’ highly innovative and professional approach consistently produces beautifully crafted images both in his Clapham Junction studio and on location.

Recent clients include Nando’s, M&S, Lidl UK, Byron Burger, Good Housekeeping and Waitrose Kitchen.

Included in this Showcase are images from one of Kris’ most recently published books, 'Pleesecakes'.

Visit his website for more information.

Terry Benson   London Food, Lifestyle and Still Life Photographers

Terry Benson specialises in lifestyle photography, as well as covering food and still life on a regular basis. Based in central London by Farringdon station, his studio is well equipped and very spacious making it ideal for any shoot.

Terry has worked on editorial, packaging and advertising projects for a large range of clients. His passion for food and working with people is second only to photography, creating images that best reflect the brief and subject. This has seen him deliver on point images for clients such as Design Bridge, Thorntons, Tesco, Knorr, and Carte D’Or.