EuroConnection’s hands on approach and creative knowledge helps to produce the most memorable productions for clients. Whether it's TVC, music videos or photography, it applies only the best solutions, bringing a special magic to each project.

The full service agency was established 20 years ago by Julie Van Damme-Lagoe and has since then become a worldwide production brand.

"Look out for the next showcase as we have so many projects to share with the world."

Featured in this Showcase is the work of fabulous photographer Anne Dokter.

Latest projects: 

• Blue Band TVC commercial by Job van As

• Heineken campaign by Paul Berends

• Hyperoptic campaign by Antonia Steyn

• Bestseller fashion photo shoot by Viktor Sloth

• Time Out fashion photo shoot by Antonia Steyn 

• Steps fashion photo shoot by Roger Neve

Photo Hire is a leading equipment rental house in South Africa, supplying to the photographic, video, broadcast and film industries. From heavyweight brands to innovative accessories, cameras, rigs, lighting and more, Photo Hire has the equipment to suite any style and scale of production.

Its gear has been seen on the set of local indie videos as well as international blockbusters. Photo Hire is a favourite choice for top photographers, production houses and agencies. Its dynamic team is committed to outstanding service and client care. This impeccable work ethic and professional, friendly approach has garnered them a flawless reputation as one of the most advanced support houses in South Africa. Photo Hire also boasts two large studios, a conference facility, printing lab, and a dedicated sales department.

"The 2016 / 2017 season is set to go down as one of the most dynamic seasons in our history. Rich in diversity of clients, spectacular new locations, phenomenal feedback, exciting new crew rising through the ranks and above all, spectacular results… and that’s just up until now!

With another four solid months of shoot weather available in Cape Town, we’re looking forward to continued adventures in production.

In this Showcase we share with you some of the great behind-the scenes images with our clients, enjoy!

Production… It’s what we do, with passion!"

Studio 26 was built by photographer Peter Schreiber to offer three individual and completely different sets.

The Open Air Studio: An outdoor studio built to offer clients architectural lines and open sky. It can be painted or customized any way a client chooses. 

The Lake Houses: Any look is possible here from Montana to the Caribeean, Tom Sawyer to Bruce Weber. Fishing, swimming, hiking, partying, nautical or Surferboy.

The Farm: 2.900.000m²  of hilly farmland run by a very production friendly farmer. The sky is the limit here.

At Studio 26 almost anything is possible - just reach out to Studio 26.

Email or call Jessica 0833686216.

Herman Jordaan is a force of nature. He is often away from home shooting personal projects and specialises in finding unique locations and stories. He loves working in tough environments and makes it look effortless; whether it's underwater, on top of a mountain, in rain, snow or sunshine.

Herman's visual style focuses on the person, the body, the movement and expression ,and aims to provoke and inspire. As a polymath, Herman loves collaborating with other passionate people. This is where unexpected discoveries are made and creative insights are shaped.

Welcome to Showcase South Africa, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading photographers, photo and film production and service companies, rental studios, photo and film equipment rent, post production companies and more, currently working out of Cape Town and Johannesburg.

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

Companies including Google, Puma, Louis Vuitton, Vogue, Virgin, Asics, Shell, Hush, Hartmann and Ferrero among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure not to miss our recommended events:

• RapidLion - The South African International Film Festival - screening over 140 films and documentaries from more than 30 countries. From 4th to 11th March in Johannesburg. 
• 19th Encounters International Documentary Film Festival - from 1st to 11th June in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Submissions are open for feature, mid-length and short documentaries, as well as virtual reality and immersive media works. 
• 38th Durban International Film Festival - including featured films, documentaries and short films. From 13th to 23rd July in Durban. 

Our cover image, shot by Cape Town-based photographer Sven Kristian is featuring artist Thor Rixon. 

The 08 Media Productions team is proud to share the S/S 2017 campaign for Swedish activewear brand Björn Borg, shot by photographer Bersa in and around Cape Town. Videographer Jonas Nyström did an equally fantastic job capturing the campaign on film. We loved being part of such a creative and talented team!

In the past couple of months, 08 Media Productions has hosted fellow Swedish photographer Jesper Brandt and teams for two different clients: Dutch Ploom vaporizer and Swedish Natural Cycles fertility app.

December was also extremely busy for 08 Media Productions. Photographer Richard Sund shot an editorial for Icon Magazine, styled by Gorjan Lauseger. Picardi Malibu came to shoot their upcoming campaign, lensed by Niklas Lilleus, and Johnny Kangasniemi photographed a fashion campaign for premium Swedish clothing brand Gant.

Watch this space for our latest production; a distinctive editorial by Pieter Hugo for Document Journal, styled by Anders Sølvsten Thomsen, featuring the Balenciaga S/S 2017 collections.

The months ahead promise exciting new briefs and familiar faces from past seasons. Bring on Cape Town late summer!

Captcha Productions is a full service production agency based in Cape Town with over 20 years combined production and advertising experience.

Over the years, its owners have had the pleasure of working with top international brands and clients in Africa, Europe, UK and the USA.

“We love Cape Town and want to provide you with a slick, professional production experience from start to finish. Cape Town is one of the best places to shoot with great light and locations, world-class technical crew and of course, value for money”, says co-founder, Bridgett Stanford.

The strength of Captcha Productions lies in finding the perfect location for a client's shoot.

“We know our city and its surroundings very well. Add to that our unwavering attention to detail and project excellence, and you’re set for a perfect production each and every time.”

Nomad Production House has been located in Cape Town since 2005.

The team thrives in hard work while having fun in getting the job done.

Working with professionals from around the world, Nomad takes pride in its uncompromising commitment, exemplary service, and respectful relationships.

"Life is all about relationships. They all begin by saying 'Hello'. Let's chat."

Tim Hulme is a portrait and fashion photographer with 12 years experience working for some of the biggest brands and agencies worldwide. Tim is based in Johannesburg, South Africa, but his work takes him all over the globe.  In the last year, he worked in 12 different countries, from France to Indonesia. He loves to travel and has a unique insight into African conditions.

"To me, photography is a vehicle to deliver on my passion to produce images that stay with the viewer long after they see the shot. I strive to achieve this every time I pick up my camera."