1806 Agency is a creative representation agency and production house, based in Italy but operating worldwide with partnerships in Asia.

''We have 20 years of experience, but at the same time we are in continuous evolution. Our mission is to find every time new solutions for our clients. We believe in new technologies such as digital interactive, VFX, XR immersive media VR, AR, MR, virtual production, next generation real-time creative production studio, but we also love photography and classic video production.

Some of our clients: Telecom Italia, Sky TV, Vodafone, Carrera, Gucci, Barilla, Lavazza, Ferrari, Samsonite, Toyota, BMW, IKEA, Fendi, Armani, Prada, Hogan, Audi, Huawei and the best worldwide networks.''

Andrea Sudati is a Milan-based advertising photographer and film director specialised in still life, jewels, cosmetics, food and beverage.

In his shoots, the product has the absolute leading role in the image thanks to his accurate compositions and light use.

He is an award winner photographer, GRAPHIS Silver Award 2023 for beverage photography and Number 1 World’s Top Still Life Photographer One Eyeland Award 2020.

Clients include Schweppes, Coca-Cola/Royal Bliss, Recarlo, Lamborghini, Disaronno, OroSaiwa, Edgar Sopper Gin, Segafredo, Mondelèz, Faxe Beer, Fonzies, Collistar, Clio Makeup, Pupa, Piquadro.

Milan-based, ROOF functions as an all-encompassing creative and production agency, extending its influence to wherever compelling narratives emerge.

"Merging production, art direction, digital proficiency, and editorial mastery, we empower brands to transmute their stories into bespoke, genuine visions. Our unique creative panache, combined with our deep-rooted expertise in the realms of fashion, beauty, luxury, and lifestyle, empowers us to craft remarkable outcomes. Embracing exploration and innovation, we place paramount importance on collaborating with our clients, nurturing reliable relationships to curate individualised digital solutions that cater to their distinct requirements.

Within our production division, we provide a comprehensive 360-degree service that spans talent acquisition, location scouting, postproduction, and equipment rentals.

Furthermore, we devote substantial focus to digital and online platforms, partnering with magazines and talents to create exquisite and pioneering visuals for editorial narratives.

As we round out our array of offerings, a dedicated e-commerce production team ensures thorough support and tighter partnerships with our clients.

Step in, ROOF is your roof."

1806 Agency is a creative representation and production agency operating worldwide. A group of professionals in love with the beauty of visual image in all its forms.

"We seek and propose the best talents to address the creative idea, taking care of the whole production and always looking for excellence. Our talent roster is a group of amazing artists from all over the world.

They are photographers, film directors, digital artists, 3D, CGI and VFX studios, VR, AR, Phygital and Immersive Projects creators, explorers of the metaverse boundaries.

These are some of our clients of the last 20 years: Sky TV, Vodafone, Carrera, Polaroid, Gucci, Barilla, Lavazza, Telecom, Ferrari, Heineken, BMW, IKEA, Fendi, Armani, Prada, Valentino and worldwide networks such as McCann World Group, Y&R, JWT, BBDO, Grey, Ogilvy, Publicis, Saatchi & Saatchi, BBH, Leo Burnett and M&C Saatchi.

Do you have a project? Let’s make it unique together."

Welcome to Showcase Italy, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading creatives and companies working out of Italy.

More creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production are available in our Rome (Photo / Film) and Milan (Photo / Film) directories.

Brands and publications including Valentino, Mercedes, Vogue Magazine, Bang & Olufsen, Collistar, Zalando, Heineken, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to catch our recommended events:

• The 80th Venice International Film Festival will take place at Venice Lido from 30th August to 9th September 2023. Venice Prepares for a “Pan-European Festival” if SAG-AFTRA strike bars Hollywood stars from the Lido.
• Ragusa Foto Festival is renowned for its support to young authors and for its attention to the Sicilian territory, and the issues affecting the Mediterranean area. The 11th edition of the festival reflects on human relationships in personal, social, political, civil, economic, and environmental spheres. From 20th July until 27th August.
• An extensive retrospective on the photographic work of Mario Dondero will be held for the first time in Milan, in the Appartamento dei Principi of Palazzo Reale from June 21st to September 6th.

Our cover image was shot by Sergio Cattivelli for the Erykah Badu x Marni campaign. Production by ROOF.

Nonsololoft, established in 2008 and headquartered in Milan, is a premier scouting location agency with a specialised focus on corporate events, private events, press days, photo and video shoots, exhibitions, fashion shows, TV programs, as well as temporary and special projects.

"Our expertise lies in conducting extensive research and providing location proposals for a wide range of events, encompassing diverse sizes and types. From industrial spaces to open spaces, showrooms to contemporary and period architecture, ateliers to unconventional venues, we offer an extensive selection of options.

With an extensive online and offline archive of locations, we continuously enrich and update our portfolio to provide a comprehensive 360° offering, both within Italy and internationally."

Courage is an Italian film and photo production company based in Milan with a wide network of collaborators for production services in Italy and abroad.

Courage is specialised in fashion and advertising. Among their latest clients are Valentino, Kith Summer 2023 (starring Adrien Brody), Lancôme, Napapijri, Vinted and more.

Milan-based SudEst57 is an agency for internationally well known photographers. SudEst57 connects its photographers with companies worldwide for high level commercial and corporate assignments.

Sudest57 represents Steve McCurry, Joey L, Lorenzo Vitturi, Duane Michals, Gian Paolo Barbieri, Franco Pagetti, Garrigosa Studio, Paolo Pellegrin, Susi Belianska, Storm Studio, Eolo Perfido, Dario Mitidieri, Paul Goirand, Howard Schatz and Elliott Erwitt.

Clients include Valentino, Jacob Cohen, Loewe, Sony, Etnia, Opel, Ferrero, Adidas, Samsung, BMW, Rolex, Milan A.C., Heineken, Lavazza, Enel, Sky, Illy, ABB, Diesel, Luxottica, Safilo, Novartis, Yamaha, Tod's, Telecom, Arena, Procter&Gamble, Breil, Ermenegildo Zegna, Philips, Unilever, Hotpoint-Ariston, Indesit, Mini, Pepsi, Police, Skoda, Lamborghini, Artemide, Pirelli, Saatchi, Leo Burnett, McCann Erickson, Grey, 1861 United, DLVBBDO, Cayenne, Burson & Marsteller, Armando Testa, Young & Rubicam, TBWA, DDB, Publicis, Scholz & Friends and more.

Visit the website for more information and to view other projects.

Find the ideal location in Italy for productions or events: Ask4 Location takes care of it.

Ask4 Location has a mission that it has been pursuing for years: to turn its clients' projects into authentic works of art and save them precious time while dealing with organisational and logistical complexities. It is one of the best Italian agencies for location rental and related services.

Created by a team of experienced professionals in event and location management, they will find the perfect location for different purposes: photo and video shoots, private and corporate events, fashion shows, video productions, show cooking, exhibitions and much more.

With its all-inclusive service, it extends far beyond simply selecting the ideal location. Ask4 Location's clients have access to support, assistance and advice on bureaucratic and organisational matters and can count on a team, consisting of experienced event and location managers, always on hand.

Some of Ask4 Location's clients: Ralph Lauren, Black Mamba, Fendi, Yoox, Zegna, Fremantle, Endemol Shine Italy, Radio Mediaset.

Located in Milan, ROOF stands as a comprehensive creative and production agency, extending its reach wherever there is a compelling story to be told.

"Through a blend of production, art direction, digital expertise, and editorial content, we empower brands to transform their narratives into authentic, tailor-made visions. Our distinctive creative flair, coupled with our extensive background and knowledge in the fashion, beauty, luxury, and lifestyle industries, allows us to craft exceptional results. Embracing research and innovation, we prioritise collaboration with our clients, fostering trustworthy relationships to curate personalised digital solutions that cater to their unique needs.

Within our production department, we offer a 360-degree service encompassing talents art buying, location scouting, postproduction, and rentals.

Moreover, we dedicate attention to digital and online platforms, collaborating with magazines and talents to produce exquisite and groundbreaking images for editorial stories.

Completing our range of services, we have a specialised e-commerce production team, ensuring comprehensive support and closer partnerships with our clients.

Step in, ROOF is your roof."