Sigourney Whitesel Studio is where creativity meets vibrance. Led by Sigourney, a seasoned product photographer and stop-motion animator with a remarkable 12-year track record, the purpose-built East Midlands studio specialises in crafting visuals for global brands.

The dedication to storytelling and meticulous attention to detail ensures each image becomes a masterpiece, unmistakably defining the client's brand.

In this digital age where standing out is essential, Sigourney Whitesel Studio prides itself on producing visuals that pop, capturing attention in saturated markets. Beyond stellar photography, the studio offers opportunities to elevate the client's brand identity.

The unique blend of experience means the studio is well equipped to create content with long-lasting impressions on the audience, transforming the client's presence into a visually cohesive and inviting experience.

When looking for high quality images and female photographers there is one agency name that stands out, SARAHDAW. Having achieved a degree of recognition as a photographer herself for Italian Vogue, ID magazine and a handful of record covers,

Sarah’s eclectic stable of represented creative female talent includes Bronwyn Kidd, Holly McGlynn, and Zoe Norfolk. With pure creative genius, skills and superpowers Sarah and her team work with international clients and brands from fashion, beauty, music, and celebrity markets. 

She is much more than an agent, Sarah combines entrepreneurship with art and conducts her client’s projects to a symphony of success.

Bronwyn Kidd is known for her timeless and elegant fashion and portraiture. Bronwyn’s style is nostalgic for the greats of haute couture photography, and transmits vivid evocations to anyone steeped in the ineluctable mirage of the glossy page.  an Australian photographer known for fashion and portraiture.

Zoe Norfolk interest is in photographing people and their environments. She loves capturing great light, faces and colours. In 2023 she won a Silver award from The Association of Photographers, for her long term project "Every Year I take a Photo."

Holly McGlynn a Dubliner in London discovered her love of photography whilst living in Berlin. With an MA in PR, her infectious personality and strong communication skills have attracted the attention of many high street and international brands. 

Julia has been shooting kids, fashion and portraits for many brands and leading independent magazines in the UK and abroad. She has won awards, including the Julia Margaret Cameron Award - first prize for children's photography for ‘Grumpy Girl’ which was also exhibited at Photo London. This particular photo is part of an ongoing project documenting Scottish crafts and traditions, slated to be featured in an upcoming book. Additionally, it will be showcased in a joint exhibition scheduled to take place in Barcelona in December 2024, as part of the prize.

Constantly inspired by what she sees around her, she is always thinking of stories to capture. Referencing painting and sometimes vintage photography, she is eager to convey the emotions and moods of subjects and situations through her imagery. Alongside her commercial work, she is always documenting real life. The pandemic has helped her to slow down and notice the things around her, close to home, and as a result she has touched on many delicate issues and noticed the small details. She has an empathy with people which allows her subjects to feel comfortable and at ease.

Editorial clients include Awkward World, Collezioni, Milk, Mini Maven, Naif, Pirouette, RakesProgress, Vogue Bambini and The Telegraph, amongst others.

Advertising clients include Adidas, Lego, Afiniti, British Airways, Caramel, Liberty, Velveteen, Marie Chantal, Mothercare, Fendi, Boden and Marks and Spencer.

"My name is Ross Woodhall. I shoot stills and produce and manage moving images globally, creating content that captures genuine moments for lifestyle and sports brands, agencies and clients."

This Spotlight features a collection of images produced for bohemian hat brand Bask & Groove.

"They were all shot in Northern Ibiza. The shoot brief was: keep it natural, loose and fluid, which is exactly what we did.

It was a two part shoot, we did recce days before the shoot days, the client hired an utterly amazing rustic finca to use as a base and a location and arranged to use a boutique and very hip boho hotel in Portinatx as another location.

Once again we shot tethered wirelessly and had one happy client.

I collaborate with producers, location managers and production teams worldwide. We cater to all briefs and budgets. Please contact me to discuss your next project."

Samuel Hicks is an award-winning London-based photographer, whose work often explores urban locations and the vibrancy of youth culture and street life. Sam often utilises the atmosphere at golden hour or the drama of twilight which brings vivid colours to his work.

Sam is currently working on an exciting Gaussian Splat project at Pinewood Studios. His client list includes Nike, Amazon, Ray Ban, Toyota, O2, easyJet, and Coca-Cola.

See more work here. Sam is represented by Wyatt-Clarke & Jones.

Nigel Riches has a wonderful eye for looking at lifestyle imagery. His work is sensitive and insightful, both in film and stills, capturing thoughtful moments to joyous spontaneity. A unique style that embodies the beauty of life and the use of creative ambient light and colour, delivering engaging projects that tell the viewer a story.

His personal projects are driven through his lust for adventure and travel, capturing the beauty of the natural world and the people who inhabit it. This experience is wrapped up into every commercial brief, working with the creative teams to deliver their projects with his unique style attached. His work for leading ad agencies and world-renowned brands is testimony to his ability.

His talented crew have worked together for years and deliver amazing work in film and stills, Nigel has a deep respect for the people he works with and his projects reflects this.

Welcome to Showcase UK, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading photographers, directors, photographers' agents, and full service photo & film production companies working out of London, Edinburgh and other cities in Great Britain.

More information is available in our London Photo and Film directories.

Brands and publications such as Chivas, American Express, Radio Times, McDonald's, Royal Bliss, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to catch our recommended events:

• Bert Hardy: Photojournalism in War and Peace - The Photographers' Gallery presents an exhibition featuring the key moments in the unparalleled career of the London-born photographer. From 23rd February to 2nd June.
•  Francesca Woodman and Julia Margaret Cameron: Portraits to Dream In spans the career of two of the most influential women in the history of photography. They lived a century apart – Cameron working in the UK and Sri Lanka from the 1860s, and Woodman in America and Italy from the 1970s. Showcasing more than 160 rare vintage prints. From 21st March until 16th June at the National Portrait Gallery.
• From 28th February to 10th March, Glasgow Film Festival celebrates every corner of world cinema and provides a fantastic showcase for the best of Scottish film.

Our cover image was shot by Tom Oldham and features the volunteers behind Olu's Soup Kitchen.

JSR Agency, London's premier creative management firm, draws on over 18 years of experience in crafting advertising and content for renowned global brands. Our diverse roster of artists, including directors, animators, photographers, and illustrators, enables its team to handle projects across various industries worldwide.

"We're excited to announce the addition of Aurélien Chauvaud, a Parisian-born photographer of international acclaim, to our team. His recent collaborations with MasterCard and McDonald's demonstrate his exceptional talent in blending reality with imagination while preserving human and social context."

Recognised by prestigious organizations like D&AD and Cannes Lions, Chauvaud boasts a diverse clientele, including McDonald’s, Orange and Amazon.

"Piccallo's buzzing with fresh talent! A new director and dynamic DOP have joined our ranks, bringing their vision and expertise to the mix. We've also welcomed several skilled food stylists, ready to captivate your audience with their culinary artistry.

But that's not all; our passion for detail extends beyond the lens. Our production team is meticulous, ensuring every project is delivered with flawless execution and stunning results.

And the accolades keep rolling in! Our photographer Lauren Mclean, has been ranked among the UK's top 10 women photographers by One Eyeland. This recognition is a true testament to her exceptional talent and perfectly reflects the dedication and skill present across our entire team.

Need creative brilliance with meticulous attention to detail? Look no further than Piccallo. Our team is bursting with fresh faces, proven expertise, and an unwavering commitment to bringing your brand vision to life flawlessly."

Daniel Lewis is a London-based photographer with extensive and varied experience in the industry, beginning his career as a photojournalist.

Operating within the portrait, corporate, and industrial fields, Daniel skillfully captures individuals from diverse backgrounds. He seamlessly transitions between photographing Academy Award-winning film directors, renowned sports stars, and high-profile executives of FTSE 100 companies.

When time permits, Daniel actively engages in pursuing smaller, personal projects, showcasing his keen eye and artistic vision. One notable project, his 'Open House' series, not only evolved into a solo exhibit but also earned the distinction of having two of its images prominently displayed at London's prestigious Mall Galleries. He has worked for such global corporations as HSBC, Glencore and Anglo American, as well as UK institutions such as the BBC, the English Premier League, Marks & Spencer and Virgin Atlantic.

Daniel has been published in National Geographic Traveller, The Guardian and The Times of London, as well as many other UK titles.