2019 was fun and exiting year for Lucila, in November she travelled to Italy to shoot a global campaign for Yellow by Alfaparf Group, still in post production. 

She was also commissioned by MacCann China to shoot a Coca-Cola campaign for the upcoming Japan Olympics 2020, shot with Chinese athlete celebrities on location Beijing and Orlando.

Recognised by the Spotlights Awards jury, she was the winner of the Kids category with an image of a personal project shot last summer in Patagonia. Lucila specialises in lifestyle advertising photography, her images are known for her emotional use of light creating a filmic sense filled with emotion on each campaign.

At the moment she is about to launch the recent Salmoriagui & Vighano, a beautiful campaign shot in in Italy last September. Her clients include Coca-Cola, PWD, Sprite, YPF, Livean, Mercado Libre, Yellow, Luxxotica, Centrum Vitamins, Sony, Nike, Adidas, Santander, Citibank and Personal Mobile.

At the moment she is looking for a US agent to work with this upcoming year. To collaborate with Lucila please reach out to her by email. 

"Always willing to jump on some new adventures all over the globe!"

Working on casting and production throughout the US and worldwide, George Productions has a discerning eye for casting and all creative details; sourcing the perfect florist for fhe shoot, quality models and the right team for the particular job. 

Everything is done with a careful respect for budgets and strong consideration for the creative expectations, working in both stills and motion providing numerous media options for clients.

"Pellicule Film is a New York City based group of creators and problem solvers. We make beautiful fashion films for our clients both here in New York and across the world. 

We enjoy working closely with brands big and small to help them translate their creative ideas into compelling content. Whether we are shooting campaigns in studio, backstage at fashion shows or creating short impactful social videos our goal is to support, service, create, collaborate and deliver films designed to inspire and connect with the audience."

Clients include MAC Cosmetics, Alice + Olivia, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Club Monaco, Aveda & Lilly Pulitzer.

Daniela Federici is an award-winning photographer and director working, with numerous 'A-list' celebrities, luxury fashion and travel brands and glossy magazines. 

D3 Studio is Daniela's creative studio redefining luxury, fashion, and travel. Specialising in global mixed media storytelling strategies and iconic 360-degree campaigns. Creating authentic, intelligent and engaging original content and experiences for luxury brands.

Daniela created, photographed, wrote and directed six short films for a 360 online and social media campaign for the launch of bullet girl jewellery, capturing the essence of what a bullet girl is, female empowerment. The campaign empowers women to be the best of who they want to be. Daniela chose strong women from diverse backgrounds, ethnicity and ages, and captured their inner strength and timeless beauty.  

Alex Almeida is a New York-based make-up artist with over 15 years in the fashion industry. 

From his early years studying art, photography, music and film, Alex developed a unique eye and talent for beauty and continually hones his creative style and aesthetic sensibilities. He has become renowned for his unique approach to beauty that focuses on flawless skin and modern, pared-down glamour. Time spent in his chair entails more than just make-up. There’s an uplifting energy and positive exchange of ideas that fosters confidence, ensuring a great collaborative result. His list of clients and publications include such notable names as Vera Wang, Mark Ronson, Luke Grimes, Madeline Stowe, Giancarlo Esposito, Elle, Forbes, Harper’s Bazaar, Man of the World, John Balsom, and Christian Siriano. 

The images featured here are from a recent campaign for Blinfin Jewelry.

KMA / King Management Agency is a boutique agency based in New York, representing of a diverse group of still life photographers, directors and prop stylists.

KMA was founded by Rachel King in the fall of 2015.  Having worked at some of the most prestigious photo agencies in NYC, Rachel saw the need for an agency that catered to the unique needs of the still life photographers within the industry.  Clearly others felt the same way, as many of the world’s top still life photographers have joined KMA.

Throughout their years in production, JB5 and the team have developed a vast network of contacts from around the globe. Their ability to collaborate with photographers, creative directors, art producers and crews has provided JB5 Productions with many repeat customers.  

JB5 has worked with many different variations of motion, still and CGI imagery and has working relationships with many of the best post production companies in the business.  

Clients include: Acura, Asics, Audi, Blue Cross Blue Shield, BMW, Bud Light, Buick, Cadillac,Chevrolet, Design Within Reach, Dodge, Fiji Water, Ford, Genesis, Google, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jeep, Jim Beam, Jimmy Dean, JSX Charter Jets, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, NFL, Neiman Marcus, New Balance, Nissan, Pepsi, Porsche, Ram Trucks, Sargento Cheese, SC Johnson, Skype, Subaru, Sun Life Financial, Thomas Bagels, Toyota, Tsingtao, Tostitos, Volkswagen and YETI.

Michael Grecco is an award-winning internationally renowned director and photographer of celebrity portraits, advertising and editorial commissions, private collections and fine art.

One of the most respected visual storytellers in the world, his conceptual vision and signature dramatic lighting create distinctive images that are evocative, sophisticated and comedic. Grecco has been shooting portraits of the most recognized stars such as Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Will Ferrell and Penelope Cruz.

Known not only for his high-concept imagery and his ability to light like no other, Grecco is also valued for his innate ability to connect with each subject to bring out surprising nuance and a conceptual twist that makes even the most recognizable faces intriguing and fresh. Thus he delivers on every aspect of his client’s vision, satisfying the most recognized brands including Apple, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Direct TV, and Pfizer.

To learn more about Michael Grecco visit his website.

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

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

Brands and publications including Microsoft, Hilton, Toyota, Phillips, Elle Decor, Amazon, Audi, JSX Charter Jet, House Beautiful, and Lexus among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to catch our recommended events:

• Dennis Hopper: In Dreams. The exhibition connects Hopper’s role as an actor, husband, father and photographer. Until 29th February at The Fahey/Klein Gallery, Los Angeles. 
• Vanity Fair: Hollywood Calling. The exhibition features photographic portraiture and multimedia installations that capture the magic and glamour of the film and television industry’s major players from the last four decades. From 8th February to 26th July at Annenberg Space for Photography, Los Angeles. 

Our cover image was shot by Hennadiy Kvasov.

Tyler Douglas is a commercial photographer based in Los Angeles, who specialises in active-lifestyle advertising and editorial photography. He creates vibrant imagery of athletic humans immersed in sports/fitness and recreation on location.

"Creating visuals that blend athleticism with beautiful natural locations is at the core of my interest as a photographer."

He is passionate about telling the stories of active humans who challenge themselves to be their best selves through fitness and sport in the outdoors. He provides creative photography services to advertisers, editorials and individuals who reflect this passion.