NY-based photographer Yoann Stoeckel shoots portrait, lifestyle sportswear and advertising images with a genuinely poetic and realistic personal style.

A creative use of both available and studio light along with a willingness to explore the sensibilities of each subject is what defines his portraiture, while his lifestyle photography constantly searches for the gaps between the human and natural environments.

Yoann Stoeckel’s clients are attracted to his work for his cinematic style and narrative quality. His images demonstrate a precise use of composition that balances poignantly on the line between reality and fiction. His work transports the viewer to his own personal visual world that is infused with his signature palette and unique approach to capturing light.

Clients include Apple, Ford, Nespresso, Michelin, GQ and Vanity Fair, and advertising agencies such as Ogilvy and TBWA.

Hanne Evans Production Services is a boutique production service company based in France, with offices in Paris and Nice working across film, photos videos and events.

"For the past 20 years we have been providing quality production services for a variety of international productions and companies wishing not only to shoot in Paris or in the South of France and Monaco, but across the rest of the country too, as well as in other European destinations and even North and South Africa.

We know the best location scouts all over and can organise every aspect of your production. Our experience, attention to detail, first-class multilingual crews and logistical skills ensure the perfect conditions for a successful shoot.

We are passionate about what we do and we love exceeding our clients’ expectations. No matter how big (or small) the job, and whatever your brief or production requirements, we will go above and beyond to make it happen. We do after all have a German boss!"

24 year-old Arnaud Taquet is a commercial automotive photographer and test driver. "When I’m not daydreaming, I'm a true petrolhead, either driving or shooting, behind the wheel or behind a camera. I travel across Europe and the world for my clients as well as for my passion for discovering deserted and wild areas."

Find Arnaud on Instagram.

Clients include Renault, Mercedes-Benz, McLaren, Honda, Smart, Lexus, Audi, Seat, BMW-ALPINA, Pagani, Peugeot, TeamOne Los Angeles and Publicis (Prodigious).

Cinq Etoiles is a Paris-based creative production company providing a complete 360° range of services for photography and film production, as well as digital content. Services include art buying, talent sourcing, casting, location scouting, set design, glam teams, equipment and skilled technical crew management, all combined with smooth logistics.

A large-scale network gives Cinq Etoiles the ability to intervene around the world, answering the needs of clients with a precise and tailored service. Extensive experience acquired over a number of years has given Cinq Etoiles and its Chinese sister company, 5e Productions Shanghai, a wide range of locations that make the difference.

Cinq Etoiles has worked with the most talented photographers in the most challenging environments for clients such as Hermès, Chanel, Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, Simone Pérèle, L’Oréal Professional, Sephora, Mont Blanc, Vogue Magazine and Numéro Magazine.

Paris-based production company JPPS offers over a decade of experience in producing professional content for international brands.

Jacqueline Pusch and John Fanning, a German / Australian duo, are dedicated and highly organised producers who love what they do and aim to create long lasting collaborations with their clients. They put their resources, extensive network and personalised attention into every shoot, no matter the size or budget.

The JPPS client list includes luxury and consumer brands, agencies and magazines such as Louis Vuitton, Valentino, Hugo Boss, Max Mara, Rolex, Swarovski, Hanro, Sunglass Hut, Harrods, Manor, Holt Renfrew, Apple, Diesel, Perrier, Grey Goose, BMW, Renault, Zeit Magazine, L’Officiel Homme, Dazed & Confused, Elle, GQ, Harper's Bazaar and Vogue.

Follow JPPS on Facebook and Instagram or visit the website for more information.

"As a self-taught fashion photographer who is passionate on both sides of art and business, I try to capture how I see the world of beauty. Learning new knowledge and adding my personal view to my work is the main reason why I love to create, experience and push the limits.

I focus on creating and capturing a short story focusing on lifestyle or culture. Bringing out the beauty and the voice of my subjects is what I love to do. My recent clients include advertising campaigns with Claudine Ivari, still photographs for delicious Caviarly’s and a commercial campaign for Yohann Fayolle."

Visit Kavak Agir's website for more information.

Jean-Louis Carrasco is a French director based in Paris. He took his father's camera as a teenager and instantly felt the visual passion that would go on to last a lifetime. 

After graduating from film school in Paris, Jean-Louis directed commercials and worked on improving his 'French touch' visual language. He began shooting for foreign agencies worldwide, from New York to Moscow, Mexico to Bangkok, and has now worked in some 30 countries, showcasing great skill in handling cosmetics and fashion, action and storytelling genres. He is also used to shooting with local celebrities.

In addition to commercials, Jean-Louis works on music videos and short films. 'The Au Revoir' has been shown at Short Film Corner at the Cannes Festival, and was awarded 'Best Romance' and nominated in the 'Best of Festival' category at the Bodega Bay Film Festival, California.

Hanne Evans Production Services is a boutique production service company, based in France, with offices in Paris and Nice for film, photos videos and events.

"For the past 20 years, we have been providing quality production services for a variety of international productions and companies wishing not only  to shoot in the south of France and Monaco, but over the rest of the country too as well as other European destinations and even North and South Africa.

We know the best location scouts all over and can organise every aspect of your production, including (but not limted to) research, location scouting, permitting, casting, travel and accommodation, set design and prop styling - on top of the obvious shoot requirements that are, of course, a first-class team of multi-lingual technicians and production staff.

Oh, and our local vendors have all the latest camera, lighting and grip equipment too. We recognise the importance of detailed and transparent budgeting and pride ourselves on our experience and our exceptional high standards for efficiency. We do after all have a German boss!"

Welcome to Showcase France, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading photographers, photo and film production and service companies, equipment rentals for photo and film and location scouts, currently working out of France.

You can find more creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production in our Paris Photo and Film directories.

Companies and publications including Louis Vuitton, Renault, Chanel, Vogue, Uber, Louboutin, Audi, Porter, PayPal, Grazia, Mini, Vichy, Tatler, Peugeot, Bompard, Citroën, Puma, Harper's Bazaar, and AnOther, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure not to miss our recommended events:

• Liu Bolin - Ghost Stories, retrospective exhibition of photographs from the four main themes addressed in Bolin’s work: politics and censorship, tradition and Chinese culture, consumer society and freedom of the press. Until 29th October at Maison Européenne de la Photographie, Paris. 
• Exhibition to mark Irving Penn’s centenary of birth, featuring over 200 photographs, drawings and paintings, by the renown artist. Until 29th January 2018 at Grand Palais, Paris.

Our cover image was shot by Maxime Stange. 

La Moustache is a Paris-based production company working for advertising companies, fashion and luxury brands, and magazines. Since its creation in 2005, La Moustache has made its path into the industry and decided 2017 was time for a new challenge!

"This summer, we moved our offices to a large and bright studio space in the heart of Paris. Complete with its own equipment, high cellings, beautiful natural daylight or black-out blinds, the studio can welcome many kinds of fashion, portrait, still life or casting projects. We love this new space and we're looking forward to welcoming new shoots.

We enjoy the collaboration with photographers and directors, the challenge of location scouting and casting, and the precise organisation of all aspects of a production, giving love to every detail.

La Moustache conducts productions throughout France, from Paris to the French Alps, the French Riviera and the Basque Country, as well as in foreign countries. We look forward to getting in contact with you to prepare your next shoot."