Alfred Yan is a photographer based in San Francisco. He specialises in interiors and still life photography. After studying biology in college, he took an evening photography class: one thing led to another, and he found himself loading film holders and peeling Polaroids.

In 2000, Alfred moved to New York City to further his training. There, he was introduced to the world of interior photography and the beauty of natural light. Upon returning to San Francisco in 2009, he took that experience to the studio of Restoration Hardware as staff photographer.

Alfred’s clients include Anthropologie, FLOR, Mint, The New York Times and Restoration Hardware.

Between Sydney and LA, Australian Advertising Photographer of the Year, Easton Chang, has been busy in the last 12 months focusing on lifestyle, CGI and advertising photography and video.

Work has included Tesla Motors on the Model X and S, the 2018 Toyota HiLux brochure, a new ad for Toyota USA on the 2018 Camry, the unveiling of the Rolls-Royce Phantom Series 8 in Australia, the launch of the MG3 for MG Motors Australia, and the new Mercedes-Benz V6 X-Class - all of which has kept Easton and his production team busy capturing motion, stills as well as CGI imagery.

Ali Mitton is an Australian fashion and advertising photographer based in Los Angeles. She specialises in international production and campaigns in Europe, Central America and beyond.

Welcome to Showcase Miami, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features Miami's leading photographers, photo and film production companies, photographers and stylists agents, rental studios, model agencies, and more.

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

Brands and publications including Amazon, Vogue, Facebook, Hermes, Coca-Cola, Nike, Versace, GQ, Zara, WSJ., Hugo Boss, KFC, Glamour, Issue, and Porter, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure not to miss our recommended events:

• Art Basel - modern and contemporary art show - from 6th to 9th December at  Miami Beach Convention Center. 
• Miami Street Photography Festival, from 6th to 9th December at HistoryMiami Museum. 

Our cover image was shot by Danny Cardozo, represented by Creative Management. Styling by Danny Santiago, make-up by Tina Echeverri, both represented by Artist Management. 

JD Forte is a fashion and celebrity portrait photographer with many commercial video directing credits to his name. 

He works for fashion houses, international and national publications, beauty companies, and luxury brands.

JD is based in Miami and frequently visits L.A. and New York.

Atomic Assistants Agency is the first agency of its kind that exclusively represents top-notch assistants for fashion, print, advertising and TV. Founded by Miami production industry pioneer, Teddy Gunter, who also founded the Non Stop Prop Shop in 1991, Atomic Assistants Agency has tailored the art of booking an assistant to providing ease and peace-of-mind to its highly esteemed clients.

Atomic Assistants Agency represents hair assistants, make-up assistants, stylist assistants, pressers, fashion show dressers, tailors, seamstresses, PAs, temporary personal assistants, digital techs, photo assistants, prop assistants, food styling assistants, and manicurists. 

Atomic Assistants Agency has provided assistants for prestigious clients including GQ, Vogue, Condé Nast, Maxim Magazine, Glamour Magazine, Elle Italia, Urban Outfitters, Pottery Barn, Macy’s, Yves Rocher, H&M, Hugo Boss, Rolling Stone Magazine, Nordstrom, Vera Wang, Ralph Lauren, Louis Vuitton, Carine Roitfeld CR Fashion Book, Patti Wilson, Danny Santiago, Nike, BET and Kohl's; world-renowned photographers such as Bruce Weber, David LaChapelle and Ellen Von Unwerth; and countless producers and photo editors.

Visit the agency's page on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Samantha Lausted is a high-end freelance fashion photographer with a passion for capturing aesthetic design. Growing up in West Palm Beach, Samantha discovered her love for photography after purchasing her first camera at the age of 13, and she hasn't put a lens down since.

Samantha launched her career in New York City, interning for the renowned National Geographic photographer Steve McCurry. She also worked as an assistant to fine art photographer Jessica Craig-Martin.

Samantha’s attention to detail and unique creativity landed her at the fashion and lifestyle brand Peace Love World, where she excelled as a Marketing Designer and Photographer. During her five years at PLW, she supervised, designed, and photographed countless look-books and campaigns for the company. 

Samantha currently lives in Key Largo, Florida and offers fashion and lifestyle photography services to Miami and New York.

Jorge Parra Photography is working on fashion, beauty and creative  portraits for the advertising, editorial and luxury industries.

As a commercial shooter, Jorge Parra Photography can also provide most of the production services required to any size of campaign, from simple editorial or corporate portraits, to full-fledged advertising shots. 

On top of his commercial work, Jorge has never stopped developing personal projects, and his Fine Art work is being shown in galleries no less than two to three times every year.

Visit the website or Instagram for more information and contact details.

Sandy Maranesi is a professional freelance hair and make-up artist who has worked in the TV and film industry for over 10 years.

Sandy started painting with her mother's make-up at a very young age and quickly discovered a passion for make-up and the beauty it could create. As she got older, she realised how empowering make-up can be - loving the fact that make-up can give a woman a new level of confidence.

Soon after working as a professional, Sandy founded East Coast Makeup Inc., a multimedia hair and make-up company that caters to film, television and print productions. Sandy is now a well-known, established artist.

Her clients include Merrill Lynch, Adidas, Nike, Morgan Stanley, Citibank, Rogers NHL Properties and WPT Enterprises.

Being surrounded by family that were involved in the beauty industry, Evy gained an appreciation for the transformative and enhancing power of make-up and hair artistry. Her mother's strong work ethic and passion for making clients feel their best, inspired Evy to pursue her own career in the field of beauty. "I take pride in going above and beyond to work with my clients to execute the look they have envisioned for their project or event."

Evy's experience as a multi-media make-up and hair artist spans well over a decade. Her experience includes but is not limited to fashion, media/film production, face/body painting, and some special F/X make-up.

With an eye for colour, texture and her limitless creativity, she has branched out on projects such as wardrobe and set styling at the request of her clients. Despite being based in Miami, Florida, Evy's clientele also hire her for projects at international locations.

Her passion for transforming or enhancing a face with make-up has afforded her the opportunity to work with international clients such as celebrities, musicians and politicians. Her work has been featured on TV/film as well as published in numerous magazines both domestically and abroad.

Evy's experience as a make-up and hair artist, coupled with her strong work ethic yet warm demeanor, make her a go-to for many clients, including household names such as Honda, Home Depot, History Channel, Bravo Channel, Warner Bros., and Women's Tennis Association, to name a few.