Peter Wattendorff has already created quite a stir during his design studies with his series 'German Women', exhibiting in Havana and Miami, among other places.

For his fashion and lingerie customers he refreshed himself with the imperfect charm of Polaroid and analogue b/w photography. He stages models that are as casually engaged with themselves; sensual, almost erotic moments that give the viewer's imagination space.

Stylish and cool then again for the magazine 40/43 in a wholesale market, with Leoni by Louisa Models for Schnitzler.

Calumet Photographic is a well-known market leader of Germany’s photo retailer market. But did you know Calumet Photographic also offers a professional rental service?

The rental portfolio includes all kinds of photo equipment such as cameras, lenses, flash systems as well as video equipment. Brands like Canon, Nikon, Sony, PhaseOne, Fujifilm, Profoto, Broncolor, Arri, and more, all available in large quantities and in perfect working order.

The rental staff knows what is important: the job must run smoothly. Perfect organisation, great flexibility and comprehensive knowledge about the workflow of big productions ensures that the equipment can be used successfully.

"What makes Calumet Photographic unique? Besides the broad professional rental service on offer, there are more than 20,000 products to purchase. This is sure to cover all your requirements!"

Calumet Photographic is offering a 25% discount for new customers until 30th June 2018.

Emphasising the company's close cooperation with all the hidden stars behind the camera and on set, with a wink of an eye FGV Schmidle claims "We are 'Making of!'"

FGV is deeply rooted in the international film industry, and with vast experience and an impressive inventory has been providing leading production services for decades. Consistent cooperation and communication is a vital part of the company’s knowledge base. As a result, clients are able to do their jobs better, be it with the latest high-tech equipment, through the team's technically demanding solutions, or even its own developments.

Established in 1972, and with home bases in Munich and Berlin, FGV Rental provides services including camera systems (digital, film, and photo), lighting (daylight, tungsten, LED, tube, photo), grip (from cranes to dollies, tripods, stands and more), and vehicles, all with a 24/7 rental pick-up and return policy.

A 700 m² / 7,500 sq.ft. studio located on the Munich premises benefits from great transportation connections. Features include a ceiling height of 12m/40ft, motorised green- and blue-screens, three motorised rigs for loads of up to two tons each, a 7x14m (24x46ft) ceiling reflector, a Cyclorama covering two walls (24x29x11m / 79x95x36ft), production offices, an industry standard kitchen and parking lot.

Located in the south of Cologne, on Alteburger Str., not far from the Chlodwigplatz, studio 40 has the genuine feel of a gallery. Offering a versatile workspace measuring approximately 150m² and with 4m high ceilings, the location is ideal for photo productions, workshops and exhibitions.

In the close vicinity there are many restaurants, bars and shops. In addition to the studio's kitchen facilities, there is a large table for presentation or organisational purposes. Equipment and lighting material can also be provided, if required.

Photographer Heiko Laschitzki is known for his ability to craft poetic and insightful portrait, reportage and fashion photography.

Based in Berlin, Heiko travels extensively - last year, he produced numerous stunning editorials in nine countries on four continents.

Whether it’s shooting a celebrity portrait in two minutes, or photographing editorial in the busy streets of Hong Kong or the rainy mountains of Norway, the results prove how quickly and efficiently Heiko can produce engaging and striking pictures under challenging circumstances.

His award-winning backstage documentary shows an intimate view behind the scenes, underlining Heiko's talent for capturing unpretentious moments.

Barbecue is the personal design studio of creative director Rüdiger Chmielus.

An editing freelancer since 1994, he has developed and honed skills in motion graphics and high-end commercial post-production.

Having been involved in former post-production companies, Rüdiger decided to start his own independent studio to create abstract designs and surreal worlds, giving room for creative experiments and excellent work.

Coming from Germany, much of his work centres around car clients including Audi, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Hyundai, Kia, Lexus, Lotus, Mercedes-Benz, Opel, Porsche, Seat, Toyota and Volkswagen.

Stuttgart-based Hamilton R. Pereira Production Management is a production company with experience in all aspects of still photo production, emphasizing a broad knowledge in location scouting and location management in a variety of countries.

Recent jobs include:

• car2go campaign #proudtoshare in support of Stink Film Berlin for location services in Stuttgart with photographer Tino Pohlmann. Agency Scholz & Friends Berlin.
• Kia Stonic internet shoot with photographer Thomas Motta @upfront. AD Florian Hubrich @Jung von Matt/ Neckar. Shot in Lisbon.
• Hyundai shoot - personal work for photographer Thomas Motta, shot in around Stuttgart.
• Borgward Group AG Isabella concept shoot with photographer Uwe Breitkopf, shot in Stuttgart. Location service at house location for production company Laterna Magica Düsseldorf, both for still photography and film.
• Closed campaign shoot SS 2018 'For all and forever' photo and film production realised in Portugal. Shot by Stefan Heinrichs, filmed by Mickael Brock. AD Christiane Bördner @The Gaabs.

Delight Rental Services provides maximum support for professional photo and video productions in Berlin, Stuttgart, Marbella, and on demand worldwide.

"Regardless of whether you‘re a photographer, film-maker, producer, stylist or outfitter, DRS will serve your needs, supplying a huge range of digital, lighting, production and styling equipment."

Latest examples from Delight Rental Services‘ continuously extending portfolio include:

• Sony PXW-FS7 II.
• Sony FE lenses from 12-24mm to 100-400mm.
• Canon TS-E 50mm, 90mm and 135mm Macro.
• Zeiss Otus 1.4/55 ZE.
• Arri Skypanel S30-C.

Be sure to ask the team for unique equipment - finding solutions, even with custom built gear, is only one of their specialties!

Avenger Photographers is a Munich-based photographic agency founded in 2002 by Sylvia Weinmann. The agency represents a small group of highly talented photographers for advertising, beauty, fashion, sports, still and lifestyle.

The priority for Avenger Photographers is to support the creative work of its artists. "Our ethos is professionalism, integrity and honesty; our approach is friendly, organised and reliable; and our shoots are productive, stress-free and fun!"

Avenger Photographers also offers full photographic production and casting services for clients, working hand-in-hand with photographers, art directors and clients.

Photographers include Andrea Gaspar-Klein (Germany, Munich), Andreas Pollok (Germany, Munich), Dieter Steinbach (Austria, Vienna), Dirk Bader (Germany, Munich), Jörg Schieferecke (Germany, Stuttgart), Julia Keltsch (Germany, Hamburg), Sammy Hart (Germany, Munich), and Volker Dautzenberg (Germany, Munich).

All recent shoots and latest news can be seen on the Avenger Photographers' blog.

711rent is a leading professional equipment rental company with seven branches in Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Paris, Barcelona and Mallorca.

711rent has just relaunced its website with many new features:

• An online rental shop with pictured articles, search and filter functions.
• A creative list to find crew, locations and city info in the '711cities'. Gget in touch to list or update your profile.
• A service section with downloads, FAQs and information on jobs at 711rent.
• A news section with all the latest in equipment, service or behind-the-scenes from 711rent.

The company's stock covers photo equipment such as cameras, flash systems, grip and digital equipment as well as video and film gear. The huge variety makes it easy to outfit even the largest sets and have precisely the lighting or camera gear needed.

Get in touch with their experienced staff for your next project. The team can deliver to any location or clients can pick up their equipment ready loaded in location vehicles, even with an onboard 20KW generator if needed.