Anke Luckmann was selected to shoot the Lexus NX for the Canadian market. “Our goal was to position Lexus Canada as sophisticated, modern, confident, bold and youthful," said Canadian agency, DentsuBos. "Our job on brand was to build positive appeal for Lexus."

The theme of the shoot was 'Reflections'; on a dream-like coastal road, against a dynamic urban backdrop, or contemplatively in a birchwood forest. Harvest handled post-production.

For Renault Italy, Anke photographed the Kadjar on a mountain near Milan along with Italian rugby players Andrea Lovotti, Carlo Canna and Edoardo Padovani in the studio. "Somehow, they didn't want to climb the mountain, although it would have been a good workout for the guys!"

The agency was Publicis Milano with art director Dario Citriniti and Stefano Gruarin handling art buying. Grooming was in the hands of Vessy Vess, with production by SFERA – Milan and producer Miky Vilardo. Post-production was by M. Rossino.

Make sure you visit her brand new relaunched website.

Simon Puschmann is an award-winning commercial photographer and director who defies all categories. For 30 years, he has been creating his own brand of dramatic, unexpected imagery for a prestigious clientele.

Simon says there is no doubt he found photography and photography found him. He loves, laughs, works, lives, and breathes photography. Simon is photography, still or moving.

HDRI.io is an image library which, unlike conventional picture agencies, not only provides a single image, but also offers a whole set of different perspectives of a particular motif.

HDRI.io is an image library for creatives with a limited budget. Available online and paid online, it means prices are kept reasonable.

HDRI.io has backgrounds and matching high-resolution HDR spheres for CGI and compositing applications. Sets prepared for VR use and very high resolution textures of surfaces will be added to the portfolio in the next few months, so it's always worth revisiting!

Backgrounds for children and fashion productions, company presentations or product photos are prepared, photographed and assembled in sets or collections across different angles and camera heights for compositing.

"Download the demos from our website and give us the chance to respond to your needs. Let us know your thoughts or wishes."

With its team of highly skilled CGI and retouching experts, Hamburg-based ZOOT Postproduction works for clients and agencies worldwide.

The company's latest projects couldn't be more different and showcase the range on offer to clients. Exteriors and interiors for the latest BMW X5 campaign were done in CGI together with Emir Haveric and Serviceplan, as well as a lifestyle campaign for Mini F55/F56.

Check out the website for latest work and more projects.

With this Spotlight, PX Group welcomes the opportunity to highlight its 27 years of expertise in the field.

With a headcount of over 60 experienced CGI and post-production specialists based in the company's Berlin, Hamburg and Munich offices, PX Group has the necessary strength in depth to work for major automobile manufacturers including Audi, Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Škoda and Kia.

The portfolio has steadily increased over recent years due to a highly motivated team and in response to client requirements. All of this results in a proficiency with 3D animation aided through cooperation with film teams in Berlin and Hamburg.

Harvest Digital Agriculture is a full service post-production company for photography and film located in the heart of Hamburg, offering a wide range of services including, but not limited to, 2D retouching, CGI visualisation, animation, motion graphics and design, editing, colour-grading, compositing and sound.

From the start, Harvest Digital Agriculture has been able to win over global players in the automotive industry and realise projects - both moving and still - for the likes of Audi, BMW, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Toyota and Volkswagen.

The creative result is top priority at Harvest. The basic idea is to cultivate the client’s creative seed and refine it by hand. The team is trained to focus on details and support each project to its fruition.

"No matter how challenging or demanding a creative concept might be, the best solution will be figured out and translated in the most authentic way."

Based in Germany, Maik Floeder is an advertising photographer and director specialised in lifestyle and beauty. His photography is about honesty and is centered on specific, perfect moments, people, personalities and stories.

"It's all about fun, friendship and emotion."

Maik likes to work closely with his clients, incorporating their ideas into his work and making sure to produce great results. He has worked for a range of international clients including Porsche, Edding, Amplifon, Volkswagen, Osram, Kaufland, Samsung, Head & Shoulders and Nivea.

Visit his new website and blog for more of his work.

Calumet Photographic is a well-known market leader in Germany’s photo retailer market, and also offers a professional rental service.

The rental program offers all kinds of photo equipment including cameras, lenses, flash systems as well as video equipment. Brands including Canon, Nikon, Sony, PhaseOne, Fujifilm, Profoto, Broncolor, and Arri are available in large quantities and perfect working order.

The rental staff knows what is important: the job must run smoothly! Perfect organisation, great flexibility and comprehensive knowledge about the workflow of big productions ensure that the equipment can be used successfully.

What makes Calumet Photographic unique? Besides the broad professional rental service on offer, more than 20,000 products are available to purchase. "This should not leave any of your requirements uncovered!"

Calumet Photographic is offering a 25% discount for new customers until 30th June 2018.

Welcome to Showcase Germany, brought to you by Production Paradise. This edition features some of the leading photographers, film production companies, locations, post-production companies, rental studios, equipment rental companies, hair and make-up artists, stylists, music composers, casting agencies, illustrators, and other creative talents and services based in Germany.

Companies and publications such as Vogue, Schwarzkopf, Volksbank, Marvel, Emporium, Marc Cain, McDonald's, Elle, Deichmann, Tchibo, Nike, Catrice, HUF, Audi, Interview Magazine, Toyota, and Jute among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

More creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production can be found in our Berlin (Photo / Film), Cologne (Photo / Film),  Dusseldorf (Photo / Film), Frankfurt (Photo / Film), Hamburg (Photo / Film), Munich (Photo / Film) and Stuttgart (Photo / Film) directories.

Be sure to check out our featured events:

• Triennial of Photography Hamburg, Breaking Point. Festival featuring 90 photography events. Until September at various locations in Hamburg. 
• Berlin Fashion Film Festival. From July 12th to 13th at Columbia Theater, Berlin. 

Our cover was shot by Frauke Bönsch. 

Operating for over 10 years from locations in Hamburg and Munich, Knackscharf Rent is a reliable partner for national and international photo and advertising productions of all sizes.

The team always delivers the right solution, even when faced with complex tasks. In-house equipment covers all indoor and outdoor production needs and includes DSLR and medium format systems, lighting technology, grip and consumables, digital equipment and even production vehicles from all major manufacturers.

Knackscharf satisfies all customer needs in terms of logistics by organising equipment transport both within Germany and abroad. Additionally, the innovative K24 dropboxes are available to clients, allowing for easy pick up and/or return of equipment 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

In addition to equipment rental, Knackscharf operates five rental studios in Hamburg and Munich under the name Highnoon Studios. With simultaneous booking of studio and equipment, customers benefit from an additional 10% discount on equipment.

Through its extensive network Knackscharf also supports clients in their search for photo assistants, digital operators, location scouts, stylists and other production team members. As the motto goes: "We love service!" Visit the website for more information.