Julio Bárcena works with fashion brands, advertising agencies and design studios promoting their graphic image. He creates photographs and films that make a difference and turn the marketing budgets into memorable images.

Julio Bárcena has over 18 years' experience creating commercially relevant images for advertising, fashion and portrait, with a perfect balance between art and communication. His master skills in lighting, creative knowledge, and attention to detail allow him to develop a personal style that allows him to grasp the soul of the people he portraits and the spirit of the objects which he photographs. This vision allows him to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Clients: El Pais, Glamour, Telva, Hunger, Man, Maxim, Objetivo Bienestar, El Periodico de Cataluña, La Vanguardia, Neo2, Vanidad, Coca-Cola, Repsol, Sony, Canon, Volkswagen, Barclays, Hugo Boss, Phira, Novo-Nordisk Pharma, Gas Natural-Fenosa.

Julio is represented by Arepresents.

Tuset Studio is a penthouse loft of 400m² set in a landmark building located in the heart of Barcelona. The studio is proud to offer a unique and modern space, where clients, models, actors and VIPs can enjoy a sophisticated setting.

The company provides a 24/7 premium full-service production with the latest equipment from top brands for all types of production both in-studio and on-location.

Studio's latest collaborations involved actor Amr Waked as well as photographers Caterina Barjau, Vladimir Martí, Andrea Bielsa and clients like Cyl Moda Íntima, Macson, Movistar, Vogue Arabia, L’Officiel, Grazia, and many more.

Barcino Management is the favourite choice for international clients coming to Barcelona, offering a multilingual team and flexible rates.

What makes Barcino so popular is their team’s sheer energy and enthusiasm combined with their experience in providing models and talents for advertising, television, fashion, and film. 

For professional and friendly service with a rapid response to every inquiry and an impeccable attention to detail, Barcino has well earned its reputation. 

Barcino’s worked with clients like Mercedes, O2, Puma, Volkswagen, Seat, Decathlon, Axa, Sloggi, Mayoral, Sanex, Viladrau, Pepsi, Blindspot, Audi, Instagram, Freixenet, Buchanan’s and many more.

Most recent campaigns, featured in this Showcase: Renault Z35, Mercedes 'Life of Leo', Freixenet, BATA, Combismile, and more. 

Welcome to Showcase Spain, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features the best of visual media professionals and companies working out of Spain. 

More creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production is available in our Madrid (Photo / Film), Barcelona (Photo / Film) and Balearic Islands (Photo / Film) directories.

Brands and publications including Decathlon, Lexus, Netflix, Vogue, Nespresso, L'Officiel, Dolce & Gabbana, GQ, BMW, Tommy Hilfiger, Gillette, Ford, Madame Figaro, Elle, Bugatti, Anthropologie, and Tom Tailor, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure not to miss our recommended events:

• Ed van der Elsken photography exhibition, until 20th May, at Fundación MAPFRE Bárbara de Braganza Exhibition Hall, Madrid. 
• World Press Photo 2018 - International Photojournalism Exhibition from 28th April to 27th May at CCCB, Barcelona. 
• DocsBarcelona 2018, international documentary film festival, from 16th to 27th May in Barcelona. 

Our cover story was shot by Julio Bárcena. Julio is represented by A Represents.

The team from Sonda Productions goes south during the European winter season: this winter producing in Chile. From urban city locations in Santiago de Chile to breathtaking views from volcanos and lakes, the country offered some spectacular locations to get exactly the scenery needed for a series of atmospheric car shots. Pictures to follow soon.

Before the winter season started, Sonda worked for California-based photographer Dana Neibert, capturing the Ford Ecosport between the frozen glaciers of Norway and summer infused lakes and beaches of Spain and France. The campaign was conceptualised by GTB.

5 Continents Production helps clients produce their picture and motion content all over the world thanks to its global network of trusted, experienced and passionate local production companies.

The search for inspiring new locations has always been difficult. 5 Continents Production makes it simple by showing its mood board of a wide variety of locations worldwide.

For clients with little time to uncover new destinations, 5 Continents Production offers a service that matches the best locations with each campaign, big or small, and also has a separate 'Cost Killing' service.

5 Continents Production is the best solution for any kind of production worldwide.

"5 Continents Production - Simple & Smart!"

New Moon is a full service production house based in Barcelona focussing on advertisement, fashion and TV ( film and still).

The team produces worldwide with local expertise in Spain, France and South Africa.

"We offer full service production, our own director roster, locations, casting and model management, behind the scenes, post production and a very reliable network of professional collaborators for highly efficient management of ongoing projects."

Clients include Red Bull, BBC, Adidas, Jimmy Choo, Moët Chandon, Louis Vuitton, Honda, J&B, Vogue, Maurice Lacroix and The Real Housewives, amongst others.

Pau Molas is a freelance illustrator with a graphic design background who loves exploring a wide range of visual paths and styles, looking for unique solutions to distinct challenges and targets. He has a bold knowledge of traditional and digital that he combines with a strong technique and accurate concepts.

The important thing for Pau is to find the best way to communicate and tell the story, regardless the medium, which can be adapted to every specific client need. He specialises in contemporary portraits for advertising and fashion, and also enjoys playing with different custom-made lettering solutions.

His client list runs from big corporations to small businesses. His work has been featured in art books as well in online publications. In this selection of commercial and personal projects, Pau's versatility and adaptability to different subjects and media is evident, giving a high-end finished and personal touch.

Barcino Management is the favourite choice for international clients, coming to Barcelona, offering a multilingual team and flexible rates.

What makes Barcino so popular is their team’s sheer energy and enthusiasm combined with their experience in providing models and talents for advertising, television, fashion, and film. 

For professional and friendly service with a rapid response to every inquiry and an impeccable attention to detail, Barcino has well earned its reputation. 

Barcino’s worked with clients like Mercedes, O2, Puma, Volkswagen, Seat, Decathlon, Axa, Sloggi, Mayoral, Sanex, Viladrau, Pepsi, Blindspot, Audi, Instagram, Freixenet, Buchanan’s and many more.

Most recent campaigns, featured in this Showcase: Renault Z35, Mercedes 'Life of Leo', Freixenet Cordon, BATA, Combismile, and more. 

Lorena Moray is a wardrobe and prop stylist based in Barcelona, working internationally across stills and motion.

She speaks Catalan, English and Spanish.

Her portfolio includes work for well known brands such as Johnnie Walker, Fitbit,  Adidas by Stella McCartney, Mizuno, Nike, Blumarine, Mandarina Duck, Luftansa, Grolsch and Puma, among others.