Bloc Productions is a China-based artist representation agency with a roster of internationally acclaimed photographers, directors, stylists and illustrators for Asian advertising and editorial clients.

Recent projects have included stills and film campaigns for the likes of Maybelline, Sands Macao, Nike, Reebok and L’Oréal.

Welcome to Showcase China, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading photo agents, photography and film production and post production companies, photographers and stylists currently working out of China. 

You can find more creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production in our Beijing (Photo / Film), Hong Kong (Photo / Film) and Shanghai (Photo / Film) directories.

Companies including Mastercard, Hilton, Skype, Shell, FedEx, Cisco, Forbes, Levi's, Estee Lauder, Vogue, Hennessy,  Bosch, Coca-Cola, Huawei, Maybelline, and Harper's Bazaar, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure not to miss our recommended events:

• Mika Ninagawa  - Japanese photographer's and directors solo exhibition, until 21st May at Three Shadows Photography Art Center, Beijing.
• Marcel Heijnen: Hong Kong Shop Cats, photography exhibition featuring the cats from various shops around Hong Kong. From 17th May to 4th June, at Swing A Cat Gallery, Hong Kong.

Our cover image was shot by Alexandra Sophie. 

D'ELE is a creative agency dedicated to artist management and full service production. Based in Shanghai with partners in Milan and London, for over 10 years the company has provided seamless and dynamic visual solutions to a wide range of international clients and advertising agencies.

In partnership with Livello6 and 1806, D'ELE Management and Production is proud to represent international visual artists within photography, illustration, CGI, film and animation. Its artists are recognised globally with awards such as Cannes Lions and Promax BDAs.

Additionally, D'ELE provides full service production, all customised to clients' specific needs.

TG Image is a fashion photography and video production company founded in Shanghai, China. Consisting of a creative team, top photographers in China, professional set designers, video crews and digital artists, the company also  works collaboratively with model agencies, make-up artists and hair stylists to provide full production and extended visual brand management service.

Clients range from luxury brands to highstreet designer labels, magazines to advertising agencies including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, L'Officiel, Metropolis, Grazia, Modern Weekly, Häagen-Dazs, Land Rover, Lenovo, Volkswagen, Nikon, Hermès, Chanel, Guerlain, Shangxia, Cartier, World Gold Council, Diesel, Triumph, Tsingtao Beer, Swatch and many more.

With years of experience in fashion and commercial photography, TG Image is eager to help clients realize more cool projects while maintaining the perfect balance between artistic creativity and commercial success.

"From the very first moment of contact, Dillon Xiang has been a great person to work with. He offers excellent communication via email, Skype and dropbox including very clear and efficient exchanges about locations and creative needs, as well as collaboration for all production needs. He's proven to be a great organiser, completing smooth pre-production and flawless handling with all administrative prep work such as visas and customs procedures, making us feel at home and very welcome.

I've worked previously with fixers in Israel, Switzerland, the US, Senegal and Namibia. Seldom have I enjoyed such a great personal service paired with such an intense level of professionalism." Sanne Kurz, Director, BVK.

Originally from Akita, Japan, Hiro Kobayashi graduated from the City College of New York, where he encountered the art of photography. After college, Hiro became an assistant for New York still life photographer Sylvere Azoulai. He learned an exceptional lighting skill to draw elegant lines in a photographic image by strobe lights.

In 2010, Hiro returned to Tokyo and became an assistant for Takahito Sato, a leading advertisement photographer. In 2011, Hiro created his own studio in Tokyo. He spends most of his time in the studios around Tokyo and Asia, delivering stunning photographic visuals on a daily basis.

Hiro is represented by Red Cactus.

Based in Shanghai and Hong Kong, Justin Chan Represents specialises in productions and the representation of the foremost international and local photographers, TVC directors, illustrators, designers, stylists, hair and make-up artists, retouchers, and other leading image-makers for high-end commercial media in China and the Asia-Pacific region.

Clients include Disney, Maybelline, Sony, McDonald’s, Nikon, Swarovski, L’Oreal, Omega, Hennessy, China’s Next Top Model, Escada, Pantene, MaxFactor, Palmers, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Lancome, Shiseido, HSBC, Audi, Samsung, Honda, Heineken, Ferrari, New Balance, Balance, Coca Cola, Motorola, Canon, Dior, Nike, Diesel, Adidas, Toyota, Levi’s, Carlsberg, Lexus, Land Rover, Jaguar, Porsche, Bacardi, Johnnie Walker, Nivea, Puma, Reebok, Mini, Volvo, BMW, Mercedes, Citroen, Red Bull, Nissan, Shangri-la Hotel and many others.

Welcome to Showcase China, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading photographers, photo and film production companies, photo agents, and post production companies currently working out of China.

You can find more creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production in our Beijing (Photo / Film), Shanghai (Photo / Film) and Hong Kong (Photo / Film) directories.

Companies including Gap, Forbes, adidas, Satchi, Tatler, Airbnb, Suzuki, Coca Cola, Disney, Garnier, MasterCard, Honda, Sephora, Panasonic, Figaro, Harper's Bazaar, and Louboutin among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure not to miss our recommended events:

• Paradise Lost - photography exhibition by Christian Houge until 7th December 2016 at Three Shadows Photography Art Centre, Beijing.
• As Entertaining As Possible - Lianzhou Photo Festival's exhibition, until 9th December in Lianzhou, Guangdong.  

Our cover image was shot by Song Liu. Liu is represented by Red Plus. 

Studio Stare is an award-winning production company based in Shanghai. Working with brands and agencies since 2008, and creating content for both Chinese and global markets, Studio Stare strives to create engaging videos that form a personal connection with brands, as well as making the audience care.

Studio Stare also provides a wide range of services for international productions including locations, permits, crew, talent and equipment. With an experienced team of bi-lingual producers, fixers and post-production talent, Studio Stare makes for an ideal partner at all stages of any sized production.

Clients include Airbnb, Budweiser, Converse, eBay, Fiat, Lipton, Nike, New Balance, Old Navy and Oreo.

D'ELE is a creative agency dedicated to artist management and full service production. Based in Shanghai and with partners in Milan and London, for over 10 years the company has provided seamless and dynamic visual solutions to a wide range of international clients and advertising agencies.

In partnership with Livello6 and 1806, D'ELE is proud to represent international visual artists within photography, illustration, CGI, film, and animation. Its artists are recognised globally with awards such as Cannes Lions and Promax BDAs.

Additionally, D'ELE provides full service production, all customised to the specific needs of its clients.