Susie Lowe is a UK-based food and drink photographer known for creating elegant, story led imagery that celebrates craft, provenance, and atmosphere. Her work spans cookbooks, editorial and commercial commissions, and she has photographed several acclaimed cookbooks for best-selling authors including The Hebridean Baker, Great British Bake Off winner Peter Sawkins, and Scotland’s National Chef, Gary Maclean.

Alongside publishing, Susie works closely with leading food and drink brands such as Diageo, as well as a range of luxury hospitality clients including Gleneagles, IHG, and Kohler.

Working confidently with both natural and studio lighting, her imagery is designed to feel authentic, refined and timeless — bringing food, drink and the people behind them vividly to life.

Jonathan Knowles is a London based, leading advertising photographer and filmmaker, renowned for creating striking, technically ambitious imagery for the world’s most iconic brands. He specialises in still life, drinks, food, liquids, and special effects.

For over 20 years, Jonathan has been featured in the 200 Best Advertising Photographers Worldwide, with his work on the cover of the 2020 edition. A top ten all time winner in the Graphis Annuals, he has received major international awards from D&AD, PDN, Communication Arts, AOP, and One Eyeland, where he was ranked the #1 Still Life Photographer.

Jonathan was named Advertising Photographer of the Year in 2019, won Advertising Film of the Year in 2020 and 2021, and again claimed Advertising Photographer of the Year in 2025.

From his studio beside the River Thames, he produces stills and films seen worldwide for brands including Coca-Cola, Budweiser, Guinness, Heineken, Glenfiddich, Nespresso, and Heinz.

Amy Carson is a commercial and editorial photographer based in San Diego, working worldwide. She creates narrative-led imagery for food and drink, lifestyle, hospitality, and travel brands, with a visual style rooted in authenticity, quality, and a natural sense of place.

A Southern California native, Amy brings a global perspective shaped by years of solo travel and living abroad. She is a dual Italian citizen, fluent in Italian, and has lived in both Sicily and Rio de Janeiro—experiences that continue to inform her culturally rich, story-driven approach.

Her clients and publications include PepsiCo, JPMorgan Chase, Pecorino Romano PDO, Adagio Teas, Los Angeles Times, and Eater San Diego.

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 outstanding 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.  

Inside, discover Travel + Leisure’s Destination of the Year, Brazil, starring global icon Anitta, summer collections making the most of the paradisiacal settings of Mexico, Colombia and the Dominican Republic, and high profile campaigns for brands such as Airbnb and Stella Artois, among many others.

Our featured editorial was photographed by Mexico-based Tigre Escobar for Elle Mexico, starring Kinga Józsa Kovács. You can explore more exceptional creatives in our Directory and in previous issues of Showcase Latin America and the Caribbean.

And finally, here’s a selection of events you won’t want to miss:

La Moneda Cultural Center and the National Film Archive of Chile present Cinema in Chile: History(ies) in Motion, a unique exhibition that spans more than a century of film history in the country, highlighting the deep connection that this cultural practice has maintained with the social, political, and cultural life of Chile.

Surreal. Rodney Smith: first exhibition of the American photographer in Mexico. The black and white shots and elegant compositions will take attendees to a surreal, pure, and sublime world by one of the most iconic New York photographers of the 20th century.

Here are two film festivals to mark in your calendars: Isla Verde, the Caribbean International Film and Environment Festival, and the Cartagena International Film Festival in Colombia, both taking place in April.

Gregory Allen is a fashion, beauty and advertising photographer working between Mexico City and New York.

He was recognised as Photographer of the Year in 2017 by Mexico’s Fashion Digital Awards, marking an important moment in an already international career.

Originally from Seattle, Gregory studied Visual Arts and Psychology at Wesleyan University in Connecticut. He began his professional journey in Italy, working alongside Oliviero Toscani and the Benetton team. Over the years, his work has earned major recognition, including the National Geographic prize in 2004, followed by a Top Pros distinction from Popular Photography magazine in 2010.

For more than 15 years, Gregory has worked worldwide on campaigns for brands such as L’Oréal, Maybelline New York, Prada Mexico, Coppel, El Palacio de Hierro, Gerber, and Nestlé, while also contributing to publications including Glamour, InStyle, Travel + Leisure, and Harper’s Bazaar.

With Brazil and Rio de Janeiro firmly in the global spotlight, Litmedia Productions continues to set the standard for high-end creative execution.

In 2025, Litmedia brought Travel + Leisure’s Destination of the Year: Brazil to life, starring global icon Anitta at the Fasano Hotel, photographed by Eduardo Bravin.

Among the year’s other highlights was the production of the first-ever cover of Harper’s Bazaar Interiors Brasil, a landmark moment for the Brazilian edition of the title, featuring renowned designer Zanini de Zanine. The year also included a collaboration with PatBo, shot across Ipanema and Joatinga, capturing the brand’s vibrant and sophisticated spirit.

Litmedia Productions remains a trusted partner for brands looking to capture Brazil’s authentic energy, with a highly attentive, tailored approach to every client.

HABITANT is a leading photo & film production partner across Latin America, with roots in Mexico City and a strong presence in Colombia, Chile, Perú, and Argentina.

"We offer full production services for fashion, lifestyle, and advertising projects—working closely with brands, creatives, and agencies to bring ideas to life, from start to finish.

Our recent work includes campaigns for COS, Jaeger-LeCoultre x Lenny Kravitz, AirBnB x Karol G, Isima x Shakira, and Stella Artois x Maria Sharapova.

We’ve also produced music videos and editorials. This reflects our ability to adapt to different styles, formats, and project sizes.

In 2022, we opened our Bogotá office—an important step in our growth and in building stronger local connections across the region.

With over a decade of experience, HABITANT is built on care, creativity, and a team that genuinely loves what they do."

Cinefilms is a leading audiovisual production company in the Dominican Republic, trusted by world-class brands and global entertainment leaders.

The team has recently shot major productions for Paramount–Nickelodeon, Warner Music, Hilton Resorts, Brugal, Mango, AAA, Lopesan Costa Bávaro, and the Milwaukee Brewers, among many others.

Since its foundation, Cinefilms has successfully delivered high-end films, commercials, documentaries, and branded content, collaborating with international studios, production companies, advertising agencies, and renowned artists from around the world. They combine local expertise with global production standards, offering seamless services, competitive incentives, and exceptional locations.

"At Cinefilms, we are a passionate and experienced team committed to helping you create your best production ever.

At Cinefilms: We make it happen!"

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 4 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.

VGBND is a leading production service company with a presence in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Spain, Switzerland, and the USA.  

"We offer comprehensive end-to-end production services, including precise scheduling, detailed budgeting, and seamless booking of locations, casting, local crews, facilities, and equipment. 

With years of experience working with top clients and production companies globally, we have produced award-winning commercials, feature films, documentaries, and music videos. Our network of offices in seven countries enables us to access a wide range of diverse landscapes and locations that can mirror virtually any setting worldwide.

As a full-service production house, VGBND provides a complete suite of services for projects of all types, delivering exclusive advantages to our clients. We streamline the process by coordinating multiple bids across countries, ensuring the optimal location for both creativity and budget. Moreover, a dedicated executive producer is assigned to each project, guiding it from the initial pitch through the shoot and final wrap.

Recent projects: Jordan Nike (Brazil), Nordstrom (Colombia), Dunkin’ (Colombia), Coca-Cola (Argentina), Hyundai (Chile), Pacifico (Chile), The Pirate Bay (Chile).

Clients include: Invisible Productions, Daytrip, Builders Club, Boulawan Media Group, Gate+, Somesuch, SKUNK, Mayda, Greenpoint Pictures, Iconoclast, Stink, Pulse, Academy Films, BRF, ArtClass, Sixtwentysix, Scholar, Knucklehead, Florence, London Alley, Bang TV, Rogue, Pictures Helsinki.