"We are a film and still production company based in Dubai. By combining content production with in-house creative capabilities and talent curation, we’re more than just producers. We actively participate in the creative process with our clients to deliver great content.

We connect your brand with creative story-tellers and experienced producers to create content that provokes genuine human reactions.

Clients include Etihad, Jumeriah, Emaar, Emirates Airlines, Dubai Tourism, Bloomingdales, Chevrolet, Audi and Coke, to name just a few."

Welcome to Showcase Dubai, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading fashion, beauty, food and drink, advertising, car and transportation, architecture, interiors and exteriors photographers, as well as photo and film production companies, rental studios, hair and make-up artists and illustrators, currently working out of Dubai.

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

Companies including Dior, Pepsi, Gucci, Marie Claire, Nestle, Emirates Airlines, Versace, Toyota, Haya, Bentley, Dubai Tourism, Armani, Bloomingdales, Tiffany, HSBC, Vogue, Chevrolet, Pierre Cardin, Emirates Women Magazine and Michael Cinco, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure not to miss our recommended events:

• Ultramatic - The Inconvenient Beauty: photography exhibition by Mitch Dobrowner featuring dramatic images from the destructive storms. Until 24th June at The Empty Quarter, Dubai.
• Downtown Design Dubai is the only platform in the Middle East for the region’s trade professionals to discover original, high quality design from all over the world - from 14th to 17th November as a key element of Dubai Design Week.

Our cover image was shot by Martin Beck, represented by Magnet. 

Drina Cabral is an award-winning photographer who specializes in conceptual, food, and drink photography. Her work is distinctive, expressive and resonates a sense of dialogue like no other.

From editorial to advertising and packaging, her work is favoured by a long list of clients that includes KFC, McDonald's, Nestlé, Nescafe, celebrity chef Gary Rhodes, Bread Street Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay, Jean Georges, amongst many other hotel chains and restaurants.

Her photography is sought by many PR, advertising and marketing agencies as she demonstrates a sense of true art and fashion on a plate. See more of what Drina has to offer at her website.

"Centrally located in Dubai’s creative hub that is Al-Quoz 1, and in the heart of the city, 8th Street Studios is a sprawling 4400 sq. ft. facility that takes care of all your photographic needs. The space is comprised of two drive-in studios and is equipped with an extensive inventory of photography equipment and Profoto’s flagship lighting gear that can be rented in studio or on location.

Our core team of professionals have extensive regional and international expertise and also work behind the scenes to engineer all the elements for your production. We partner with a trusted community of talented suppliers and freelancers that help bring your production to life.

At 8th Street Studios we also offer a versatile blend of photography services that are tailored to your needs. From corporate portraits to fashion, beauty, lifestyle and even food shoots, our experienced photographers deliver to impress. 

Our Studios have been home to Dior, Chanel, Gucci, Bulgari, IWC, Max Factor, Vogue, Marie Claire, L’Officiel, Harper's Bazaar, Architectural Digest and Elle to name a few.

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"We are a film and still production company based in Dubai. By combining content production with in-house creative capabilities and talent curation, we’re more than just producers. We actively participate in the creative process with our clients to deliver great content.

We connect your brand with creative story-tellers and experienced producers to create content that provokes genuine human reactions."

Clients include Etihad, Jumeriah, Emaar, Emirates Airlines, Dubai Tourism, Bloomingdales, Chevrolet, Audi and Coke, to name just a few.

Sharpen Studio is a film and stills production company staffed by international and locally-based, multilingual production teams with exceptional photographers and talents.

"We support clients in any production request for films, commercials, photo shoots, and events. We can provide a whole package of creativity and 360° service and are more than just producers. We actively participate in the creative process with our clients to deliver great content.

With a cyclorama and the best equipment on the market, Sharpen Studio provides any kind of photo or video equipment solution as well as photographers, models casting, hair and make-up artists, stylists, location scouting, transport, translation, catering and assistant support, set-build and other pre- and post-production services.

The studio is able to offer production services and location scouting across Europe and Asia, with a wide choice of spectacular locations in Italy, Japan and China. Clients include Vogue, Pop Magazine, Harper's Bazaar, L'Officiel, Adidas, Intel, Apple, Samsung, Cluse, Range Rover, Pantene, Kappa, Chopard, Tissot and many more.

2017 continues to be a good year with Graham Tooby recently shooting for IKEA, Nespresso, Chambord and HSBC.

Graham's focus is on graphic, clean photography with great attention to detail. He is looking forward to the rest of the year and seeing what comes next.

Graham is available through his agent Mutton-Bones.

Markus Heimbach, originally from Hamburg, Germany and now based in Dubai, is a passionate photographer working between the Middle East and Europe.

As a son of a geologist, Markus spent his childhood in Jordan and developed a deep attachment to this part of the world which to him never lost its intense attraction. Having completed his training as a photographer in Hamburg and -  being a citizen of the world - working on all continents, he would always come back to the Middle East: particularly the United Arab Emirates and Oman, where he captures the soul and the heartbeat of the landscape and the people and follows its rapid development.

In his three newest projects Markus portraits three different realities in Dubai. He experiments in the desert putting into focus its inhabitants - camels - in combination with sun, shadow and sand. He captures the unique and diverse lifestyle of Dubai reflecting its vibrant pulse, and he follows the innovative structures and surprising developments in architecture polished by sun and water.

Markus' assignments and interests are widespread, while his clients - Dubai Police, Mercedes-Benz, Skoda, Lufthansa, MAF Clinics, Travel Guide Magazine - appreciate the variety he is able to offer.

Reinhard Westphal is a Dubai-based architectural photographer who specialises in capturing the architecture and lifestyle of the world’s most luxurious hotels and resorts.

He has used every camera type and format, from 120 to 8x10 inches, but now does all his work using the latest digital cameras. A signature skill in lighting, an uncompromising eye for detail, and a high level of expertise in digital retouching are a few of his trademarks.

Reinhard covers all aspects of hotel-resort photography, including not only the exterior architecture and interior spaces of a hospitality property, but also lifestyle photography of people and recreational activities, food and beverage photography, and photography of other hospitality amenities present at resorts and hotels.

Reinhard’s passion is well recognised and awarded within the photographic industry both domestically and internationally.

With over 15 years’ experience in the skin care, beauty, hair and make-up industries, and more than 20 years of experience in the Australian and international fashion arenas, Sarah Damichi offers a unique perspective and elevated insight into the world of beauty hair and make-up.

Following an extensive period of working as a fashion model in Japan and America, Sarah returned to Australia in 2000 to complete the internationally recognised Diploma for Skin Care and Beauty from Itec and Cidesco International. After many years working as a successful skin care and beauty professional, Sarah turned her focus towards her passion, hair & make-up artistry.

Sarah's passion and desire to expand her knowledge and experience has resulted in posts including make-up and beauty writer for acclaimed fashion magazine Pages Online, make-up, beauty and hair teacher for The Beauty Tutor and The Look Academy, and director of make-up and the face of Rimmel for X Factor Australia. Sarah has also worked with some of the biggest and most respected names in TV, film, advertising campaigns, beauty, fashion and magazine editorials. She currently works and lives in Dubai.

Clients include Gucci, Chanel, Dior, Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels, Tommy Hilfiger, Burberry, Bulgari, Tiffany’s, Oscar de la Renta, Harvey Nichols, Bloomingdales, Saks Fifth, and many more.