Dan Joseph is a people photographer based in the UK, being commissioned for editorial portraits to lifestyle advertising campaigns in the UK and globally for clients such as Philips, Opayo and Epson. 

Through his use of lighting and composition Dan aims to capture genuine moments of human emotion to help reflect and tell a story. 

Dan was a finalist in the AOP Open awards 2020 and also a finalist for the British Photography awards 2021 with winners being announced at the end of March.

"It’s all about people and stories. An adventurer ankle-deep in mud. An artist at work. A Hollywood star in the studio.

I shoot distinctive, beautifully-lit portraits that capture a person’s life and spirit. I create atmospheric, narrative, cinematic images that advertise stage and screen productions as boldly as they tell the stories of brands.

All my work is punchy, precise and beautifully lit, filled with detail, drama and feeling.

Recent news: 

• Advertising winner in the Spotlight Awards 2020 for the ‘Our Lady of Kibeho campaign.’
• Portrait of Britain 2020 winner for the portrait of Alice Krige.

New work includes: a major campaign for Lionsgate for the release of Summerland, starring Gemma Arterton, campaigns for 'Doctor Who: Time Fracture', streaming hit 'Apollo 13: Dark Side of the Moon' and the newly-released 'Barnes’ People'. Meanwhile, I continue to shoot for my green portrait project In a Green Shade: The English & Nature.

My central-London studio is open for Covid-secure shots and I am available on location around the UK."

Welcome to Showcase UK, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading photographers, photographers' agents, rental studios 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 NME, Co-op, Lionsgate, Ford, Puma, Vodafone, BT, Costa Coffee and Opayo, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to catch our recommended events:

• London Design Biennale 2021 will take place in June and Resonance will be this years' theme.
• The Barbican presents 'Perceptions of Truth in Photography - A Selected History', a six-week online evening course offering an introduction to the history of photography, focusing on the idea of the medium’s ‘truth’.

Our cover image features the great Tilda Swinton by Nikolai von Bismarck for the February issue of British Vogue. Production Service by LS Productions.

Gareth Morgans is an internationally renowned London food photographer whose eminent career has spanned 20 years. Working from his large 1400 sq ft fully-equipped studio – just a stone’s throw from London Bridge.

Gareth’s instinctive creative style and technical expertise have seen him collaborate with a wide range of regular commercial clients, including leading food brands, ad agencies and design groups alike.  A trusted favourite amongst commissioners and art directors across the industry, Gareth’s calm, level-headed approach makes an enjoyable, stress-free shoot.

Brands such as Heinz, Waitrose, M&S, Sainsbury and Cadbury’s have filled Gareth’s schedule.  2021 has had a busy start with work for Tesco’s, Slimming World, Co Op and Delicious.  

Gareth was recently commissioned for Sheba and remotely worked with the client in New York produced with a great locally sourced team here in London via ad agency AMVBBDO.

Gareth Morgans is represented by PROCESS (UK/Europe), Daniele Forsythe (USA) and Qench (India).

You can follow Gareth on Instagram.

"As the UK’s largest production service company, at LS Productions, it’s our responsibility to take the risk out of planning your next production". During each and every production the LS team carefully adhere to the APA Covid Shoot Guidelines, ensuring their clients and team are in safe hands. The UK-wide team at LS continue to bid and produce jobs safely, legally and responsibly. View their Covid-19 protocols here. 

Since the first lockdown last year LS have successfully produced 40 shoots nationwide. Commercials, film and TV, music videos, sports talent shoots, fashion campaigns and editorials - they’ve got you covered. LS provide flexible, cost effective support for your production needs. Get in touch.

“LS Productions bring incredible value to a project. They were the perfect fit for us on a recent shoot in the UK. The whole of the visiting team were impressed by the level of service provided. Their knowledge and efficiency during planning meant we could make the most effective use of our time and budget. The management of Covid measures was exemplary - everyone felt very safe on set. The three-day shoot went smoothly and we can’t wait to come back to Scotland.” - Jude Spour, Senior Producer, Condé Nast International.

LS Productions’ client list includes: Adidas, Anonymous Content, Barbour, Burberry, Condé Nast, EA Games, Frenzy, Havas, HBO, H&M, Mango, MJZ, Netflix, Nintendo, Porsche, Pulse Films, Ralph Lauren, Rogue Films, Stink Films, Somesuch, The Outnet and Vogue.

Terry Benson specialises in food and drink, lifestyle photography, as well as covering still life and portraits on a regular basis. Based in central London by Farringdon station, his studio is well equipped and very spacious making it ideal for any shoot with large kitchen and makeup room.

Working through the last year with virtual art direction when necessary and covid compliant safety guidelines in place.

Terry has worked on editorial, packaging and advertising projects for a large range of clients. His passion for food and working with people is second only to photography, creating images that best reflect the brief and subject.

2020 has seen some real ups and downs but Anna Michell has kept her spirits up, maintaining existing clients and continuing with new experimental projects that reflect the challenges of the day.  

Lockdown pushed Anna to try a different approach, resulting in an avant garde editorial for Amen Fashion book that blended Zoom screen shots with hand painted haute couture. When the rules allowed for photographers to work indoors again, a number of international magazine covers followed such as Harper's Bazaar India, Elle India and Cosmopolitan. The energy that Anna brings to set has resulted in a set of dynamic photographs that have an authenticity to them.

As a person with a light hearted disposition, Anna connects with her subject on a personal level while her unique style combines a playful and imaginative flair with fine attention to detail, keeping clients coming back year on year.

"NM Productions is a full service production company with offices in London, LA, New York and Dubai.

We have experience producing still and moving image productions of all sizes and budgets around the world. This includes managing all facets of the project from location scouting, to casting to post production. 

We have all had to adapt to a new way of working and we are proud to say that we had the pleasure of working on the following projects during these very challenging times. 

• Braun campaign shot and directed by Matt Holyoak in London 
• Hugo Boss Sustainable campaign shot by Adam Fussell in the UK
• Volvo Innovation shoot for WPP in Scotland
• Nike Made to Play shot by Flo Ngala in Chicago

Other clients include brands such as Citi Bank, Publicis, Grey, Spark44, Jaguar, Range Rover, VSA Partners, Vogue and S Moda.

Photographers include Tom Craig, Flo Ngala, Matt Holyoak, Adam Fussell, Boo George, Ben Hassett and Tori Ferenc to name a few."

With 10 years of experience under his belt, Paul Lovas of SquareOne Studio has gone through a wide range of visual storytelling. His keen eye for studio lighting and creatively controlled set-ups has guided him to specialise in product, still life and advertising photography and run his own London-based studio.

With a passion for cosmetics, beverages and high-speed photography and film, Paul's dynamic lighting and product styling creates a sense of motion and energy throughout his portfolio. He enjoys crafting his sets, so when he’s not behind the camera you’ll find him DIY-ing props and testing new techniques.

If you end up in his studio expect a refreshing drink and laid back atmosphere - but he’s always up to shoot on location, in the UK or abroad.

Los Angeles-based and Australian-born, Paul Barshon and his production crew have quickly adapted to shooting and filming under the Covid restrictions.

"Commercial photographers and directors are natural problem solvers and the current circumstances means there are problems to be solved. 

During these times, we have successfully managed productions for Toyota (CGI), Volvo, Polestar, Renault, Hyundai USA and Aston Martin."