Welcome to Showcase Miami, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading creatives and companies working out of Miami.

More creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production are available in our Miami Photo and Film directories.

Brands and publications including L'Officiel, Puma, Elle, Toyota, Rolling Stone Magazine, Numéro, Ocean Drive, and Harper's Bazaar, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Our cover image was shot by Jorge Duva. Jorge is represented by  IMAJ Artists.

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Miami-based Artist Management represents highly experienced and creative hair and make-up artists, stylists, set designers and costume designers.

They offer artists from New York and Europe who are available as locals for bookings in Miami.

Native German Tanja Stephan opened her agency in 2002 and is committed to finding the perfect match for every client and team.

Visit the website for a full talent roster. Contact the Miami office on 1-305-672.3556 or email Tanja directly.

Evolving from an early love of fashion and style paired with the gift of her very first camera by her father, Anna Turayeva has turned a passion for capturing true beauty on film into her career.

Based in Miami, recently Anna has shot fashion and editorial work for Elle, L’Officiel, Cosmopolitan, Chic Miami Magazine and campaigns for Donum, Lee Pfayfer, Pia Bolte, Blood and Honey, Dessange Paris, Acquadeluxe Swim. Her swimsuit photography tips have been featured in Forbes Magazine.

Anna is well known for her seamless aesthetics when it comes to captivating portraits and fashion shoots. 

Her love for fashion and prior studies of top fashion editors aided in the development of her own sexy yet playful style. She has parlayed that into the camera where she captures lifestyle photography, portraits and comprehensive commercial projects.

Diego's extensive experience in the advertising industry made him an expert in capturing images that sell. Hence, he and his team now offer clients diverse branding and photography concepts, as well as execution plans that are significantly superior to those from competitors.

Ultimately, the Cappella Photography team endeavors to provide the highest standard of excellence in the photography industry. Currently, the studio primarily serves the entire United States, predominantly the East Coast, but is also open to conduct projects all over the world.

The studio specialises in the industrial, architectural, and commercial photography segments. However, it is openly seeking to challenging opportunities outside the aforementioned business areas.

Adam Freedman is an award winning commercial fashion and lifestyle photographer. He started out at a young age in front of the camera and microphone doing both radio and television commercials. It is behind the camera that has allowed him to use his creativity and enthusiasm to create iconic imagery for his clients.

Creating and producing amazing imagery that conveys his clients message and best represents their brand is his passion. He does this by being a great listener, a visionary who can see the finished product from the beginning, and being able to communicate that vision clearly. His work goes well beyond being just a photographer, his creativity, enthusiasm, energy, organisational skills and vision allows him work at another level, taking on projects from beginning to end.

Along with his talent he has assembled a team that consists of industry leading individuals all of which contribute highly refined skills to full production from concept to project completion.

As a Florida native, Jan grew up immersed in art classes for 12 years before embarking in a career in the fashion and beauty industry. For 20+ years, she worked in the commercial and advertising industry first as an international model and later as a hair and makeup artist. 

Her decades in the industry have given her the opportunity to work with some of the most talented and creative artists in the business. Now she combines her years of artistic training and years of experience in photo and film production to lead the creative hair and makeup team on many shoots. Jan understands it’s not just about doing her job; it’s about the dedication to creating beautiful imagery in a helpful and successful production. 

Some of her clients have been American Express, Bank of America, Carnival Cruise Lines, CBS Sports, Chase Financial, CL Yachts, Dream Hotel, ESPN, Florida Tourism, Golf Channel, Jamaica Tourism, Lucy’s Magazine, Mercedes-Benz, Palms Hotel, Parents Magazine, QP Magazine, Toyota, Turner Sports, Univision, US Polo Association, Vanity Fair, Vogue Italia and more.

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Paul Saraceno is a food and product photographer based in Newton, Massachusetts. With over 25 years of experience, Paul has consistently created stunning images through his meticulous craft and deep relationships with creative directors, food stylists and prop/set designers.

Together with top digital, video and retouching teams, he is able to provide outstanding work for his clients. His 5000 sq.ft. studio has a fully equipped kitchen and abundant daylight.

His portfolio can be viewed at his website.

Mike currently freelances for Roadshow by CNET, Aviation International News, and Tangent Vector. 

This past summer his review of the Volvo V90 won a Bronze Telly Award in the automotive section. His most recent project took him to Pikes Peak and will be available to view soon. Mike is ready and able to help bring your creative needs to life. ''Be well and stay safe.''