Dean Northcott had a quiet then very busy and successful 2021 with both his personal and commissioned work. His vibrant new style in his stills work has transferred over into his work in moving image, a new great passion for him. 

Born in New Zealand, Dean was raised on a diet of sport, barbeques and beach. After several years of world travel in his early 20s during which time he developed his sense of aesthetics, he arrived camera-in-hand in London and went on to study photography at LCP.

A former semi-pro rugby player, a third Dan black-belt in karate and marathon runner, sport is at the epicentre of Dean's entire life, he lives his work.

JSR is one of the world's most successful creative agencies, managing over 50 photographers, illustrators and content makers, finding creative solutions for the world's biggest brands and agencies.

This Showcase includes new drinks photographer and director Martin Wonnacott, the latest campaign for the Royal British Legion in which photographer Stuart McClymont captures a series of powerful interviews featuring armed forces veterans, and ⁠⁠Arnhel de Serra's latest work shot on the back of TVC for Policy Expert, capturing people in and around their homes in London.

Visit the website for more information or get in touch to discuss your next project and check out JSR's latest projects on Instagram.

Andie Redman is a London-based props and wardrobe stylist. With over 20 years' experience, she has styled everything, from national billboard campaigns, TV series, TVCs and editorials. Diverse and flexible, she also offers food styling, set building and hair and makeup. 

"I have been really busy recently. Just in the past couple of months, I have been working on the new Transport for London campaign, British Heart Foundation billboards, Blue Planet, Just Dance Tik Tok, Bloomsbury and headline book cover shoots, Haymans Gin, Ramsbury Gin…(good job, I love gin).

The Guardian's relaunch of their Saturday Magazine has filled the gaps in-between. This has become a very regular feature called Flashback, and it's such great fun. The concept is simple, the actual set builds and wardrobe are often incredibly complicated and technical. A celebrity gives us a childhood photograph of themselves, including perhaps a family member and we recreate the photo, with the celebrity as they are now, without retouching. The before and after shots are then pictured together. Often the photos are from the 70's and 80's.

Photographer Pal Hansen and I have had multiple utterly ridiculous conversations about getting it to work, and have been working with a wonderful array of celebrities. It's been going down a treat. I feel this is a long term project, but it's brilliant to have it in between my advertising work."

"We’re in Christmas mood already – with Lucid Representation photographers, Con Poulos and Tom Parker having shot the festive campaigns for Waitrose and M&S Bank, as well as lots of non-seasonal shoots for new and existing clients from all of our team:

David Boni has been shooting some fantastic OOH campaigns for Tennants and Scotland’s Railway. John Garon recently spent two days in the cycle friendly lanes of Essex with SomethingMore Agency, shooting a lifestyle library and jumping out of the way of fast-moving bikes.

Whatever the time of year, working across production and multi-format projects is what we’re great at, and whatever your campaign needs – we’d be delighted to help out. Always using green suppliers and eco friendly methods whenever possible, from local to global – we’re here!"

For more information head over to the Lucid website.

"Great to be shooting again in 2021 with Triumph Motorcycles. This project, the Gold Line range - eight special motorbikes, limited edition and hand painted in uber cool urban locations.

New projects with Bentley Motors - film & stills, Jaguar press ads UK, Europe and USA and Triumph Special Editions launching soon.

US news… stoked to be awarded 1st place in Automotive Advertising by International Photography Awards in LA last month with our Ford ‘Backbone of Britain’ series.

Looking forward to collaborations with our new US agents - Elizabeth, Patti & Kelly at Elizabeth Pojé in LA.

Take a look at what we’ve been up to and join the conversation with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.

Get an insight behind the scenes on the regular blog."

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

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

Brands and publications such as Royal National Theatre, The Guardian, Ford, Vinted, McDonald's, Triumph, Scotland's Railways, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to catch our recommended events:

• The London Short Festival (LSFF), the BAFTA-qualifying, internationally regarded independent short film festival, will take place between 14th and 23rd January.
• Street Level Photoworks exhibits "Forever Changes", contemporary photography from the Nordic nations addressing climate change and protection of the planet until 30th January.
• This year's Taylor Wessing Photographic Portrait Prize exhibition will take place at the new arts hub Cromwell Place, London, until 2 January 2022, while the National Portrait Gallery building in St Martin’s Place is closed until 2023 for major redevelopment works.

Our cover image was shot by Claire Harrison for Harper's Bazaar Arabia, with styling from Hélène Sivilia and set design by Carolina Mizrahi.

Charlie Chich is a photographer, producer and creative director based in London. He is also the Head of Creative at Mission Statement Magazine.

Spotlight Awards judges from VMLY&R, Hearst, CHANEL, TBWA\HAKUHODO and Vogue voted Charlie’s image as the winner of the Fashion Photography category.

Additionally, Charlie was collectively voted as our 2021 Spotlight Awards Grand Prize winner.

"I used to be a musician in Brighton, England, but after having to leave my music career due to a chronic illness that brought my life to a standstill, I picked up a camera. Jumping quite a few years forward, I found myself doing a short season in Cape Town fumbling around with my camera and I became hooked.

My love for music and its natural tie in with fashion definitely dictated the path I’m on now. There’s no buzz like photographing a musician you listen to on repeat or idolised as a kid."

Scott Grummett is a food photographer and director based in the UK.

His recent work has seen him pushing the hunger in McDonald's imagery, nudging the aesthetic into real, get stuck in eating.

He's been travelling the world with Virgin Voyages on board their cruise ships shooting their food and drink offering.

Scott has also been in London shooting people and food for a host of different brands, convincing them to dive into street food to give a real sense of fun and hunger combined.

Stills, GIFS, Social, Full scale dramatic TVCs or the whole campaign. If you want hunger - you're covered.

"Things seem to be very busy in the UK at the moment. Content is in demand and this year has seen us produce stills, location manage short films and high profile documentaries alongside the usual stills and commercial campaigns. The UK is well set with everything you need for production, although with Covid travel remains a challenge.

Whatever your production or location needs, we’re here to facilitate. Come and join us on set! Production and locations.

Recently trusted by: NHS (again), Ford (numerous projects) On Running, Smart Energy, Zen Auto, Facebook, Rexona, Vinted (again!), William Hill, Purina, Moncler, Zara, amongst others."

"Goodness! It's time to take a (short) breath after a busy and exciting few months for Howlett Photography. In the summer we opened the doors to our stunning new South London studio and since then welcomed in new clients including Diageo and well established ones alike.

We've been full steam ahead creating magical imagery for our Kiki McDonough and Zacapa Rum Christmas campaigns. But with plenty still in the pipeline and some amazing locations still left to shoot in 2021, we're finishing the year on a high.

We'd love to see you soon either in our South London studio or any one of the amazing locations we have at disposal with in London and the UK. We look forward to shooting with you! Enjoy the festive season."