Since 2008, Bildergut has stood for high-end post-production. From its Munich studio, the team works hand in hand with photographers, agencies and brands worldwide — delivering high-end retouching, considered compositing, and the right look for every project.

The studio specialises in high-end retouching, key visual finishing, compositing, photo-realistic CGI finishing and AI-driven imaging. Clients include Audi Revolut F1 Team, BMW, Accenture, Aigner, Serviceplan, Family Agency, and BDA — among many others, alongside long-standing partnerships with leading photographers and creative agencies across Europe.

Co-founded by brothers Patrick and Fabian Kern, Bildergut is built around an eye for the small things and a real pride in getting a job right.

"We love what we do and we do what we love: creating beautiful, appealing images for our clients and their needs. Get in touch — we'd be glad to hear from you."

Thea Meulenberg Casting is a leading Amsterdam-based casting agency with a strong international presence and over 46 years of experience. As a family company, it combines tradition with a modern, forward-thinking approach. The agency specialises in TV commercials, online campaigns, social media content, photography, corporate videos, and short films, and is known for its diverse and up-to-date portfolio.

Founded in 1980 by Thea Meulenberg, the company quickly became a pioneer in the Netherlands and abroad. Today, Laurens and Sevina Meulenberg continue this legacy. The team represents actors, models, voice over artists, dancers, families, and distinctive talent of all ages and backgrounds, many of whom travel internationally for shoots and global brands.

Recent work includes campaigns for a wide range of national and international clients, always focused on authentic and compelling casting, delivered with care, creativity, and a strong eye for detail.

‘It is not about the product, but about the experience and the lasting impression you leave behind’. — Wouter - Founder SPARC®

SPARC® understands your world. A world where every detail counts. Based in the Netherlands, SPARC® is a strategic and creative agency dedicated to the automotive industry.

"That single spark—the moment something moves, inspires, and motivates you—is the driving passion that defines our work. We craft campaigns that evoke emotion, spark inspiration, and build lasting connections. By combining strategy, creation, and activation, we help your automotive brand capture and retain the attention it deserves.

With a rich history and extensive experience in the automotive sector, we strongly believe that an overcrowded market calls not for more volume, but a sharp strategy. Through a powerful blend of creative vision and strategic commercial insight, we work toward one clear goal: to increase brand awareness and stimulate business growth."

Rosie van der Elst is an Amsterdam-based advertising photographer specialising in food, drink and lifestyle photography. With a background in art history, her work is rooted in colour, composition and atmosphere, with a focus on creating images that feel energetic, natural and full of life.

For nearly a decade, she has worked across advertising campaigns, editorial projects and brand content for clients including Domino’s, Magnum, HEMA, and Dr. Oetker. Rosie enjoys working closely with brands, agencies and creative teams from the early stages of a project, helping shape imagery that feels visually strong but still spontaneous and real.

Known for bringing calm, positive energy to set, she is comfortable directing talent and working collaboratively alongside stylists, producers and wider creative teams to create relaxed, dynamic imagery with a strong sense of atmosphere.

Laura Knipsael is a photographer and art director based in the Netherlands, known for her bold use of color, light and visual storytelling.

Her recent work spans editorial, beauty, fashion and artworks for music artists, from collaborative art projects to commercial campaigns. Her personal project "Messy Beauty" showcases her signature aesthetic: raw, expressive and unapologetically vivid.

Based in Roermond, Laura is ideally situated to work across the Benelux and into neighboring countries such as Germany and Belgium and with her own transport she is flexible and easy to book for shoots on location.

Whether capturing experimental makeup looks or high-energy campaigns, Laura brings a distinct creative vision to every frame, seamlessly moving between commercial briefs and artistic exploration.

Jan Ruinard is a creative producer in the Netherlands for photo, video, and event productions, as well as a freelance traffic manager for complex advertising and AI projects. Jan’s in-house image library provides a unique overview of possible locations in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and other regions of the Netherlands.

"We specialise in excellent production and location services for fashion, advertising, cultural, and automotive clients. We will make sure your stay in the Netherlands is as comfortable and relaxed as possible."

Recent clients include Citroën, TVM, American Vintage, Cirque du Soleil, and Wrap London.

Discover the creative forces at the heart of Europe in Showcase Benelux.

Welcome to the latest edition of Showcase Benelux, highlighting exceptional talent and services within the commercial creative industry of this vibrant region. This issue features the work of renowned photographers, production companies and a leading casting agency.

Inside, you’ll find bold fashion editorials, lifestyle campaigns and cinematic motion work for brands such as Decathlon, Canon and HEMA, with urban and coastal locations across the Benelux. Gain access to the region’s top casting talent and creative collaborators, and explore a curated selection of photographers capturing it all — and much more.

Our featured editorial was shot by photographer and director Zeb Daemen for Style Magazine, with production managed by Mindbox. Discover more outstanding creatives in our Europe Directory and past issues of Showcase Benelux.

Immerse yourself in the region’s vibrant cultural scene with these recommended events:

At the Rijksmuseum, Ed van der Elsken: Love on the Left Bank celebrates the Dutch photographer and filmmaker’s raw, intimate street photography, combining documentary realism with cinematic storytelling.

At Fotomuseum Antwerp (FoMu), Families explores contemporary perspectives on identity, relationships and domestic life.

At the Centre national de l’audiovisuel, The Family of Man revisits Edward Steichen’s iconic 1955 MoMA exhibition, now permanently installed in Clervaux Castle, Luxembourg, showcasing humanist photography that reflects universal experiences and emotions.

VISUALIZE documents industry from the inside. On active industrial sites with strict safety procedures and challenging lighting, VISUALIZE creates photography that feels authentic and professional, helping companies build trust and communicate what really happens behind the scenes.

VISUALIZE is led by Estíbalitz Soto, originally from Barcelona and now working across Belgium and Europe. Her documentary-style approach focuses on the people behind the process and captures industry with a human, precise, professional eye.

Recent assignments include work for Knauf Insulation, AVIA Partner, and Alba Synchroto across multiple sites and countries.

When conditions are tough, VISUALIZE keeps the shoot safe, smooth, and on point.

Bake a Picture is a boutique food photography studio with an agency mindset, led by Vita Devies. The studio works at the intersection of concept, styling and photography, creating imagery that feels sharp, tactile and alive. Clean compositions meet bold textures, with just enough imperfection to keep things real.

Every project starts with a clear idea. From there, Bake a Picture leads the full process from concept to final image, bringing together the right creatives to build a cohesive visual world rather than a collection of separate shots.

This approach recently came to life in a large scale campaign for Salsa Shop, seen across Amsterdam, where the work moved seamlessly from studio to out of home.

From campaigns to scalable content systems, Bake a Picture creates imagery that not only stands out, but gives brands a distinct and recognisable visual language.

"Bake it till we make it!"

C PRODUCTIONS is a Netherlands-based photo and film production company supporting international clients, brands, and agencies with productions across Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and beyond. Working from concept through to final execution, the team provides full service support including experienced crew, location scouting, permits, logistics, and on the ground expertise.

With strong experience in both photo and video shoots, commercial productions, and international campaigns, C PRODUCTIONS has built a reputation for making complex productions feel smooth and manageable. Their network extends across the Netherlands and Europe, allowing them to source locations, equipment, and trusted local crews quickly and efficiently.

Based in Amsterdam and working with global brands, the company combines flexibility, speed, and practical production knowledge with a hands on approach. As experienced fixers in the Netherlands, they understand the challenges of shooting abroad and focus on solving problems before they arise, helping productions stay efficient, on schedule, and on budget.