David Locke is a portrait photographer who now lives in Brighton after moving from London, where he still works.

After studying photography at college 30 years ago, David decided to become a graphic designer and a decade later, art-director. He has spent his entire working life in imagery, almost all for household names. David can bring a lot of creativity and style to any shoot, adapting to changing situations. He thinks fast on his feet to achieve the sort of look he gets and no environment outside of the studio poses a creative problem.

David specialises in portraits which often have a calmness and an intimate feel between the sitter and the audience. His ‘late-night radio’ voice has given him the ability to put even the most nervous clients at ease, extracting just the right look from the people he photographs.  

He has worked with some of the world's best known brands such as Google, Skype, Microsoft, HSBC, Deutsche Bank, McDonald's, Channel 4, BBC, GE, SEGA and many, many more.

For this London Showcase, Barry Willis has chosen to highlight work from three major clients, COTY, CLIC Sargent and Travelodge, with a specific focus on his advertising and brand work. This diverse selection shows Barry’s ability to respond creatively to a client’s brief and to deliver highly engaging images that reflect their brand values.

“Whether it’s shooting on location or in a studio, with professional models or ordinary people, for me an important part of the creative process is to remain flexible and open to new ideas,” says Barry. “However the key is to be able to explore creatively any new avenues without losing sight of the brief.”

Barry also shoots, directs and co-produces video. He is a highly organised, motivated and positive person. You will enjoy working with him and your clients will love the results.

Visit his website for more information.

Jodi Hinds is an award-winning food photographer based in East London. Her work reveals an affinity for colour, texture and detail.

Known for her passionate and meticulous approach, Jodi’s work stands alone ensuring she is sought after by publishers, brands and chefs alike.

Cream Electric Art is a multi-award winning creative production studio based in sunny Sydney. The team work with clients worldwide to create striking and beautifully crafted assets that span a broad range of still and moving content, including interactive, VR and AR.

Formed just over a year ago when two of Australia’s most celebrated production specialists, Electric Art and Cream Studios came together to bring their collective talent under one roof.

Their team of talented, multidisciplinary CGI artists, retouchers, animators and producers, have lead them to work with some of the biggest brands, ad agencies and photographers around the world and their campaigns have won awards at every major international award show.

Manfred Heiduk is a German photographer who travels constantly between London, Miami, New York, Los Angeles, Cape Town and Dusseldorf. He spent many years as an illustrator and creative director in digital media, and with more than 20 years of experience in photography, he is now specialized in shooting in extreme conditions.

His latest work includes filming in highest-quality video format with a qualified team at his side who accompany him through to post-production.

Manfred mostly works on dramatic and exciting locations. His focus is on people, lifestyle and sports photography, always offering the best results to his clients.

Covering full service international photo and video productions, his clients include Adidas, Puma, Nike, Reebok, Alex, Under Armour, Venice Beach, First B, Schöffel, Meindl, Moorhead, TAO, Anzoni, Teisumi, Globetrotter, Sportarena, FIFA, Runners Point, Sidestep, Karstadtsports, C&A, Kaufhof, Boecker, Deichmann, Joy, Shape, V-Markt, Metro Group, Pro7, Jung von Matt, Grey, Red Shark, TWO and many others.

"Nine seasoned commercial photographers make up Vue’s roster; covering cars, people and portraits, lifestyle, sport, still life and food photographers, there is always something to shout about and fresh work to set your eyes on.

With 2019 bringing campaigns such as BT, Baileys, Airbnb, healthcare clients, BBC and Puma, the photographers have been a busy bunch!

Character, personality and creative flare is what set the Vue photographers apart from the rest; taking on briefs that inspire and celebrate the creative ideas. Don’t take our word for it, have a look for yourself and be motivated by the great work."

Michael Wharley specialises in advertising and portrait work for the entertainment industry, and beyond. Whether it is for a film, a show or a brand, he loves to tell stories in his shots; using all his expert lighting and creative skills to make bold, atmospheric pictures that balance narrative with visual impact.

Recent highlights include photographing Gemma Arterton, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Penelope Wilton and Tom Courtenay for new feature film 'Summerland', and all the ad imagery for a major new adaptation of the hit movie 'Amelie'.

Based out of a busy studio in Central London, Michael works with clients including Lionsgate, Embankment, Shoebox Films, Organic PR, Kaleidoscope Film Distribution, English Touring Theatre, Original Theatre, The Globe, Access All Areas, Selladoor and more.

Over 10 years of experimenting, Paul Lovas 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 advertising and still life photography and run his own London-based studio.

With a passion for cosmetics, beverages and high-speed photography, his dynamic lighting and product styling creates a sense of motion and energy throughout his portfolio.

Paul 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.

The Miss Jones Agency has recently signed new artists in Tommy Clarke, Frieke Janssens and Amy Currell as well as progressing the work of their existing roster in both photography and direction, with Mark Bramley shooting more car stills and films for Ford, Nassima Rothacker shooting more books and interiors, Paul Murphy shooting film and stills for global pharma campaigns and Euan Myles picking up awards left right and centre for his stills and motion work, including a coveted Gold Award at the 2019 AOP Awards.

A leading rental company dealing in cameras and lighting for photography and video, Direct Digital had the opportunity to connect with Matt Easton, a photographer based in New York and his native London -  he specialises in editorial, fashion, and beauty. On why he uses Direct Digital when in the UK, Matt says that, “putting relationships aside, Direct are highly professional with a great knowledge of all equipment used…[and understand] the industry inside and out.”

Matt’s experience assisting masters such as Annie Leibovitz and Mert & Marcus has allowed him to discover his own signature look. He finds muses in the everyday, “a lot of [his] inspiration comes from movies,” inspirations which inform Matt’s signature sultry style balanced with “a raw and emotional innocence.”

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