A curated selection of creatives and service providers from Latin America and the Caribbean in the latest edition of Showcase.

Welcome to the newest edition of Showcase Latin America and the Caribbean, celebrating the talent and services shaping the region’s commercial creative industry. This issue features photographers and full-service production companies working across both motion and stills.

In this issue, Mexico brings a World Cup–themed campaign for Coppel and summery vibes for C&A; Colombia offers stunning locations and global campaigns for Heineken; and Brazilian creativity and the pristine Caribbean coast attract the coolest fashion publications and brands.

Our featured editorial was shot by Thalía Gochez, a self-taught Salvadoran–Mexican American visual artist based in Los Angeles. Her work explores cultural identity, womanhood, and self-representation. This series, created for Jordan Kids, is a manifesto for empowering little girls of colour in their communities. More exceptional creatives can be explored in our Directory and in previous issues of Showcase Latin America and the Caribbean.

And finally, here’s a selection of events not to be missed:

A commemorative exhibition marks the 70th anniversary of World Press Photo at the Franz Mayer Museum in Mexico City, presenting a selection of the most representative winning photographs.

Until 2 August, Palacio Libertad in Buenos Aires hosts Las Soñadoras, inspired by Grete Stern’s photomontages for Idilio magazine. Readers sent in their dreams to be analysed, accompanied by Stern’s compositions, a central figure in modern Argentinian photography. 

"At CaixaPro, we are deeply passionate about storytelling. We are a leading production services company specialised in delivering top-tier international production support for fashion and advertising across the region.

We are a multicultural team of local and global industry professionals who seamlessly navigate the unique landscape of filming in diverse territories all across Mexico.

We turn your creative vision into flawless visual reality. We provide end-to-end solutions, ranging from scouting breathtaking locations across the Caribbean and Latin America to managing permits, casting, advanced logistics, and post-production.

Through technical rigour, financial transparency, and an unparalleled vendor network. Excellence drives us; that is why we combine cutting-edge technology with deep-rooted local expertise. At CaixaPro, we don't just produce—we build bridges, optimise your budget, and ensure the filmmaking process is as extraordinary as the final screen product."

RINO is a full-service film and photo production company based in Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Mexico and United States, built for high-end campaigns that need scale, flexibility and sharp execution. From one production base, the company can run several units in parallel, covering hero films, photography, and digital content while keeping one clear visual language.

Colombia gives international productions an exceptional playground: modern cities, tropical coastlines, mountains, deserts, jungles, studios, experienced crews and strong value for ambitious production days. RINO’s bilingual team connects that potential with detailed planning, agile logistics, casting, locations, equipment and post-production support.

Recent work includes two campaigns for Heineken, reflecting RINO’s ability to move between premium brand storytelling, lifestyle imagery and fast-paced commercial production. With tailor-made teams for each brief, RINO helps clients shoot more, move faster and deliver premium campaigns worldwide.

HABITANT Productions runs full photo and film production across Latin America. With offices in Mexico, Colombia, and Uruguay, the team works as a regional partner from first idea to final cut, handling casting, locations, permits, crews, gear, travel, and budgets.

Their southern network opens a counter‑season window for luxury and fashion: real autumn and winter looks from June to September. Access to city streets, coastlines, mountains, lakes, and snow—backed by reliable crews and talent in Uruguay, Chile, and Argentina.

In parallel, Mexico remains a hero destination: huge location variety, friendly weather most of the year, and a production‑friendly setup—quick permits, solid crews, strong value.

The team brings 20 years of know‑how and adapts it to each place, keeping the same creative standards. That means steady results across countries.

Leyther Orozco is a Colombian photographer known for his cinematic aesthetic and technical mastery in product, food and drink photography.

With over a decade of experience and several features in Archive — including a ranking as the Top 3 Photographer Worldwide — Leyther combines precision, drama and meticulous attention to detail, making him a go-to choice for visually striking campaigns.

He is currently leading the creative direction at Black Thunder Studio, where he produces powerful, carefully lit imagery designed for brands seeking to take their visual storytelling to the next level.

There are few cities where history, architecture, and the Caribbean come together as effortlessly as they do in Cartagena.

Within minutes, productions can move from centuries-old colonial streets to striking contemporary homes, from sun-drenched plazas to secluded beach villas overlooking the Rosario Archipelago. Every corner offers a new visual language, making Cartagena one of Latin America's most versatile production destinations.

Perhaps Cartagena's greatest asset lies behind its iconic facades. Beautifully restored colonial mansions, exclusive beachfront villas, and intimate boutique properties provide a remarkable range of locations rarely found within a single destination. Thanks to decades of local relationships, 7 Seas offers access to many of these unique spaces, opening doors that are simply unavailable through conventional location scouting.

Producing in Cartagena is refreshingly uncomplicated. Experienced crews, efficient logistics, straightforward customs procedures, and convenient international air connections create an environment where creativity can remain the focus.

Recent productions for Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, J.Crew, Bergdorf Goodman, For Love & Lemons, and Madewell reflect the growing international confidence in the Colombian Caribbean.

Since 2009, Green is good has redefined production services in Mexico and Latin America. Their strategic approach and deep local knowledge in every corner of the country provide the right elements for a successful project, pairing seasoned producers with unique locations, creative artists, and a reliable local crew.

The surreal scenery of Latin America, from pre-Hispanic civilisations to modern Mexico, has given them infinite inspiration to curate and scout the right places for their clientele, including international brands such as Mango, AMEX, Nike Jordan, Quiksilver, Saks, Levi's, and more.

Their profound local knowledge and extensive network provide all the right elements for a successful shoot across categories like fashion, travel & leisure, spirits, beauty, and sports & wellbeing: from pre-production through wrap, pairing the right location with the right talent.

Curaçao stunned the world by becoming the smallest nation ever to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A historic achievement that put the colorful island firmly in the global spotlight. But football is only part of the story. Curaçao is also one of the Caribbean’s most sought-after destinations for world-class photo and video productions.

Since 2008, Chicas Productions has been a trusted production partner for global brands. The company specialises in fashion campaigns, swimwear shoots, lifestyle and still photography, commercial video productions, and branded content.

With year-round summer, a location outside the hurricane belt, multiple direct flights from the US and Europe, colorful architecture, breathtaking beaches and landscapes, Curaçao offers one of Caribbean’s most versatile production environments.

From budgeting and location scouting to wrap day, Chicas Productions delivers seamless, full-service local production support. Its portfolio includes brands such as Anthropologie, Lands’ End, About You, Hunkemöller, Saks Fifth Avenue, Talbots, Venus, and Mini Boden.

Cade Martin is a photographer with an enduring curiosity for characters and an aversion to labels.

For more than three decades, he has worked across conceptual imagery, portraiture, lifestyle, and motion, creating images for clients ranging from Starbucks and Target to the FDA and NPR.

Litmedia Productions is a production company specialising in photo, film, and live event production. They connect international brands, agencies, and photographers with some of Brazil's most remarkable locations, combining local expertise with hands-on production support to bring ambitious creative projects to life.

Recent projects reflect the growing international interest in Brazilian architecture. Mango photographed its latest campaign at Lina Bo Bardi's iconic Glass House in São Paulo, with Chris Rhodes behind the camera and Lucca Lutzky directing the film. Harper's Bazaar Brasil collaborated with photographer and director Ángel Castellanos on a bold editorial celebrating contemporary Brazilian talent. Sotheby's photographed one of Paulo Mendes da Rocha's landmark concrete houses with Josh Olins, showcasing another icon of Brazilian modernism.

As global brands continue to seek distinctive locations, Brazil's modernist architecture remains one of the country's greatest creative assets. From landmark residences to hidden architectural gems, these spaces offer a setting that feels both timeless and unmistakably contemporary.