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Spotlight Magazine
Fabio Costì
Milan
Fabio Costì is a fashion, beauty, portrait and advertising photographer based in Milan. He studied sculpture at the Art Academy of Naples and discussed his degree thesis in photography. His work has featured in numerous private and collective exibitions since his early years as an artist and photographer.
His interest in the field of fashion photography brought him to Milan, where from the beginning he cooperated with fashion brands and magazines. He is highly appreciated for his creative approach to photography.
Fabio teaches 'Photography Language' at IED College in Milan and he also works as art director for Boutique Agency, also based in Milan, taking care of brands like Roberto Cavalli, Bikkembergs and Luisa Spagnoli.
Major companies and magazines he has worked with include Golden Lady, Alviero Martini, Metradamo, Hetregò, W&F Bird, Nexy.co, Winonah Milano, Moreschi, Andrea Incontri, Cielo Venezia 1270, Bronzallure, ELLE Japan, Men's Health Italia, Vogue Italia, POSH, Maxim, Fahion Trend, Flamboyant, TO2W, Marie Claire Indonesia, Sorbet and Cosmopolitan Italia.
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Spotlight Magazine
THE BIGMAMA
Milan - Sardinia
"THE BIGMAMA is a full service production company based in Milan and Alghero (Sardinia). We take inspiration from the culinary world, because we believe that production is like cooking: you need the best ingredients, mixed by a skilled chef.
We provide tasty audiovisual production services for commercial, video and photographic communication and cook with cool, fresh ingredients: directors, photographers, DoPs, screenwriters, art directors and copywriters from the best cropfields around the world!
We take care of every aspect of the recipe, from pre-production to shooting and post-production, always collaborating with the industry’s top professionals. As part of our services, we also offer to research the best celebrity to match any client's identity, and to make the connection for a successful endorsement deal.
Available throughout the country thanks to our long-time experience in the field, through our in-house post-production and motion graphics department we can also provide creative solutions for clients requiring infographic videos, event introduction titles, or web content.
We can operate anywhere in Italy and have extensive knowledge of the best locations. From late 2017 we opened a new office on the island of Sardinia to offer our best production services together with incredible landscapes. We’re always open to exciting new projects and eager to consolidate profitable and long-lasting professional relationships."
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Showcase Magazine
Lupetta 5 & BelowTheLine
Photo & Film Production and Location Scouts
Lupetta 5 & BelowTheLine is a full production service company and one of the most prestigious location agencies in Italy. Lupetta 5 staff support clients and production companies in any production request for commercials, photo shoots, videos, documentaries and events.
The company's locations archive is one of the largest in Europe and can offer a wide choice of spectacular locations in Italy and across the continent, as well as immediate feedback on availability.
Based in Milan and Rome, the European capitals of fashion, design and historical heritage, Lupetta 5 cultivates artistic and business relationships with the main fashion and design brands, fostering creative links with art directors and emerging interior designers.
Contact the office to discuss projects and ideas.
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Showcase Magazine
Shoot in the Alps
Location service & scouts
Shoot in The Alps is a film and photo facilitating company operating in the European Alps; France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia as a single geographic entity. The company handles everything from location scouting, specialised crews, stunt people, mountain safety experts and helicopters to warm cups of espresso at the top of a glacier!
Shoot in the Alps' strength lies in detailed knowledge of the alpine territory provided by a network of professionals who live and work in the region throughout the year. Its database includes everything a client's imagination will ask for, and more.
"A glacier in Switzerland might not be as accessible as one in Austria, and the snow in Italy might be softer than in France... or everything could be just the opposite. We will take you to where your production needs to be."
Chamonix is closer to Milan than Paris; Lake Como is one hour away from Saint Moritz; Kranjska Gora is one hour and half from sandy beaches; and for six months a year, clients can shoot their models skiing on day one, and swimming in the sea on day two. Shoot in The Alps has access to snow 365 days a year.
The team works with crews and suppliers from Milan, Geneva, Zurich, Munich, Innsbruck and Ljubljana, offering the best equipment and the highest level of professionalism.
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Showcase Magazine
Valeria Orlando
Hair & make up artists
Valeria Orlando is a beauty director, make-up artist and hair stylist with over 25 years of experience working for fashion, advertising, editorials and catwalk events.
Valeria has collaborated with many renowned photographers including Mario Testino, Steven Klein, Gian Paolo Barbieri, Johan Rench, Eolo Perfido, Andrea Massari and Stefania Paparelli. Her work has been published in leading fashion magazines such as Elle Ukraine and Vogue Russia in collaboration with renowned stylists such as Donatella Versace and celebrities including Catherine Zeta Jones and Lena Katina. Her clients also include world-famous international agencies such as Saatchi & Saatchi, Leo Burnett and BBDO.
Valeria is based in Milan but travels throughout the world to locations including Rome, Rio De Janeiro, London and New York City. In September 2016, she was a key artist at New York Fashion Week SS17. In June 2017, she was Key Artist at Balkan Fashion Week.
Valeria speaks Italian, English, Spanish and Portuguese fluently. Honesty and passion are the distinctive elements of her approach, and she continually works on her professional development to improve her knowledge about new techniques in the cosmetic industry.
Valeria has her own make-up line V)Or Makeup. As an artist she is represented by Beleza in Rio De Janeiro (Brazil), Current Studios in the USA, and Arc et la Tour in France.
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Showcase Magazine
Four Studios Communication
Four Studios Communication is a professional location offering solid experience in the field of integrated support for photo shoots, commercials, film and photographic productions, corporate or private events. It provides the best technical and professional solutions including logistics, research and location leasing as well as professional staff.
The large workspace is ideal for the construction of movie sets, television studios and private events. The company's services are 360° and based on client needs. Four Studios has a complete selection of rental equipment available in-house and is happy to help locate any specialty equipment needed. Further, it offers a new car care service handled by expert technicians able to meet specific demands; a van fully equipped for car/moto maintenance during exterior shoots, temporary plates and provisional drivers.
Important campaigns include FCA, Adidas, Puma, GNV, Vodafone and Lavazza.
Visit the website to learn more about the company's services and stages.
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Showcase Magazine
Mandala Creative Productions
Photo agents
Mandala Creative Productions was founded in 1998 and has quickly become a point of reference for production services, photographic shoots and special events.
Over the years, the company has expanded to represent photographers from all over the world specialised in different areas, from advertising to fashion, food, interiors, CGI and still life. As a full service company, Mandala Creative Productions supports clients in creative, logistic and conceptual direction, set and event coordination, all with high attention to details.
Mandala Creative Productions’ highly specialised staff includes a range of professionals with backgrounds in production, styling, event organisation, communication, advertising, fashion, editorials and still life.
Clients include Adidas, Alessi, Armando Testa, Barilla, BCube, Bvlgari, Corneliani, DLV BBDO, Ferrarelle, Ferrero, Havas Worldwide, Illy, JWT, Leagas Delaney, Leo Burnett, Leroy Merlin, Loro Piana, Luxottica, Marie Claire USA, M&C Saatchi, Ogilvy & Mather, Peugeot, Publicis, Samsung, Saatchi & Saatchi, Sky, Sony, Telecom, Vanity Fair, Vodafone, Vogue and Young&Rubicam.
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Showcase Magazine
Filmika
Commercial production
Specialised in TV commercials, TV series and documentaries and with production capacity in both northern and southern Italy, Filmika is a flexible service and executive production company based in Turin.
Filmika is a pool of creative talents; DOPs, editors, producers, actors and set designers.
Filmika supports everything required for a successful production, from estimation to completion, including casting, crew, location scouting and permits, prop hire, travel and hotel reservations, transportation, catering and equipment rental. The company's city-centre studio is also available featuring backstage green room, office and editing suite all conveniently located next to an associated audio recording studio.
Clients include Piaggio Aerospace, Alenia, Kaspersky, Maserati, Chivas and many more.
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Showcase Magazine
Sudest 57
Photo agents
SudEst57 in Milan 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, Elliott Erwitt, Lorenzo Vitturi, Eolo Perfido, Susi Belianska, Dario Mitidieri, Paul Goirand, Howard Schatz, Christian Cravo. This year three new photographers have joined the agency: Paolo Pellegrin, Gian Paolo Barbieri and Joey L.
Clients include Valentino, Jacob Cohen, 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.
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Showcase Magazine
Fabio Costì
Fashion & Advertising Photographers
Fabio Costì is a fashion, beauty, portrait and advertising photographer based in Milan. He studied sculpture at the Art Academy of Naples and discussed his degree thesis in photography. His work has featured in numerous private and collective exibitions since his early years as an artist and photographer.
His interest in the field of fashion photography brought him to Milan, where from the beginning he cooperated with fashion brands and magazines. He is highly appreciated for his creative approach to photography.
Fabio teaches 'Photography Language' at IED College in Milan and he also works as art director for Boutique Agency, also based in Milan, taking care of brands like Roberto Cavalli, Bikkembergs and Luisa Spagnoli.
Major companies and magazines he has worked with include Golden Lady, Alviero Martini, Metradamo, Hetregò, W&F Bird, Nexy.co, Winonah Milano, Moreschi, Andrea Incontri, Cielo Venezia 1270, Bronzallure, ELLE Japan, Men's Health Italia, Vogue Italia, POSH, Maxim, Fahion Trend, Flamboyant, TO2W, Marie Claire Indonesia, Sorbet and Cosmopolitan Italia.