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showcase magazine Feb 2024 spain issue 948
Anatol Gottfried Barcelona advertising photographers
Anatol Gottfried, a distinguished lifestyle and transportation photographer, calls both Barcelona and Berlin his creative homes. With an unwavering focus on dynamism, Anatol has established himself as a maestro in the realm of automotive photography, infusing it with his distinctive aesthetic.
Since 2015, Toyota has been the global mobility partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. In 2024, the games will take place in Paris, and in collaboration with the Paris Organising Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Toyota is committed to making Paris 2024 the most innovative project yet for inclusive and sustainable mobility. For this purpose, it is primarily necessary to ensure that athletes, their families, staff, volunteers, and spectators can move sustainably and safely.
For this special occasion, Anatol has crafted a series that captivates the essence of Parisian streets. Collaboration with the talented team at Gybow Lights was seamless, together teleporting themselves from the dark studio to the vibrant ambiance of French capital. Using their innovative techniques, they were able to project the intricate details of Parisian atmosphere onto various Toyota vehicles.
Anatol is always eager for new experiences, driven by passion and available to work anywhere in the world. Have a glimpse at his portfolio on his Instagram or website.
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showcase magazine Jan 2024 germany issue 947
Christian Brandes Hamburg Lifestyle and Fashion Photographers & DOPs
"Ever since my teenage years, I have wanted to become a photographer. After my apprenticeship, I moved to Hamburg to start assisting Bernd Opitz. During the next five years, I was not only fortunate enough to work in incredible places with talented and inspiring people, I also discovered my love for film making.
By 2015, the opportunity arose to start working as a freelance photographer and cinematographer. To me, photography is the perfect way of living my dream, creating my visions, and making my goals reality, all while using the coolest gadgets.
I would describe my imagery as natural, authentic, and detailed. Currently, I am based between Hamburg and Munich with my family, but missing Vancouver and the light of Los Angeles.
Selected clients: Sennheiser, Leica, Volkswagen, Xiaomi, O’Neill, Hamburg Marketing, Morrison Bikes, Bayage Beauty, Rado, Baseler Kantonalbank, Economie Suisse, Coop, Gruner & Jahr, Vattenfall.
Selected social cooperations: Boss, Porsche Design, Tiffany’s, Mercedes Fragrances, Joop, Esprit, Zalando, Breuninger.”
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spotlight magazine Jan 2024 cars & transportation photography & motion
Belgium: Bram Declercq
Bram Declercq's journey in photography, rooted in Belgium, has organically led him to the niche of automotive photography. Initially captivated by the broad spectrum of photography, Bram found a special connection with capturing the essence of cars. His approach is straightforward yet profound, focusing on the real, tangible qualities of automobiles, from the sleek lines of their design to the stories they embody.
In Bram's work, photography is more than just a profession; it's a means to explore and appreciate the finer details of everyday life. His transition to automotive photography came from a deep appreciation for the craftsmanship and history behind each model. His images celebrate not just the machine, but the passion and design that go into creating each vehicle. Bram’s work connects viewers to the heart of automotive beauty, grounded in reality yet artistic in essence.
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spotlight magazine Jan 2024 cars & transportation photography & motion
Los Angeles - London: Anton Watts
Anton Watts, Australian born director and content creator based between Los Angeles and London, has been working on some exciting projects over the past six months.
Anton’s not only shooting stills but has also been working as a director/ DP. One of his latest projects was with the Audi ETRON GT called “Sanctuary", which incorporates stills and a short film, which was shot out at El Mirage in California in collaboration with the Catapult team.
Anton and his team also shot the 2024 Toyota Hylander campaign which traveled them up to the Bay Area and north of San Fransico, also consisting of stills and video, which is coming soon.
Anton also collaborated on a short film with Catapult called "Red is the Fastest Color".
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spotlight magazine Jan 2024 cars & transportation photography & motion
London: Alex Howe
"Happy new year one and all.
Looking forward to getting stuck into some cool projects in ‘24.
Hope to see you on set soon"
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spotlight magazine Jan 2024 cars & transportation photography & motion
Germany - Estonia - UAE: Sergei Zjuganov
Sergei is a European-based automotive and lifestyle photographer with over 15 years of experience. He tries to be flexible with timelines and stick to the budgets of projects, which has enabled him to build close relationships with his clients (agencies such as TBWA and Ogilvy and automotive brands directly), which has been crucial in winning new commissions for Porsche, Audi, Škoda, Volvo, Nissan, Toyota and others around the world. Sergei’s work showcases the personality and craftsmanship behind each vehicle, leaving viewers awe-inspired and craving the exhilarating experience of being behind the wheel.
Sergei has recently photographed the launch of Toyota Urban Cruiser in Saudi Arabia, as well as some campaigns for Volvo, Porsche and others and personal projects with Porsche and BMW in Europe.
Follow Sergei’s Instagram to keep up with his most recent work.
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spotlight magazine Jan 2024 cars & transportation photography & motion
Los Angeles - Hamburg - Gothenburg: Dejan + Per
Dejan + Per's ability to blend various skills across photography, retouching, and CGI is impressive. Their commitment to quality and efficiency, evident through their 24/7 operation across time zones, speaks volumes about their dedication to their craft. Dejan is the CGI-artist and retoucher of the two, while Per is the director and lifestyle/talent driven shooter with solid experience from art direction, styling and casting.
Their versatility shines through their signature lifestyle approach, which adds a unique flavor to their work. They draw inspiration from fashion editorials and cinematic aesthetics, incorporating diverse genres to push the boundaries of visual storytelling.
Transcending conventional norms, they create visually striking content that stands out.
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spotlight magazine Jan 2024 cars & transportation photography & motion
Los Angeles: Jeff Ludes
Welcome to 2024!
It’s a good time to look back at some of Jeff’s favorite projects from the last couple years. Based in Los Angeles, Jeff shoots motion and stills on location worldwide.
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spotlight magazine Jan 2024 cars & transportation photography & motion
Istanbul: Doruk Barin
Born in 1999 in Istanbul, Doruk Barın graduated from Isik University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Cinema and Television. Doruk started his career behind the camera in 2020, focusing on automotive and still life photography.
Until today, he has worked for various automobile magazines. He has shot for many brands such as DS Automobiles, Honda, Lexus, BMW, Mercedes Benz, Nissan, Renault and Toyota.
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spotlight magazine Jan 2024 cars & transportation photography & motion
Los Angeles: Anthony Dias
2023 was a great year full of directing and photography. Anthony is excited to share some new imagery, starting with an electric RAM truck he shot in studio and blended it with futuristic AI generated backgrounds. In addition to his photo creations, Anthony directed 10 videos for Subaru, an incredible journey through the Outerbanks with Mazda, and chased around the Mercedes EQS in Austin.
Naturally, automotive and landscape photography take Anthony around the world, spending so much time in the elements; blizzards, hurricanes, and beach sunsets are just the half of it.
As if that weren’t enough, Anthony has been inspired by some new travel and resort photography. His natural passion for lifestyle imagery has brought some fresh creativity to the scene in The Bahamas.
Thank you for taking the time to check out his new work!
Stay tuned and check him out on Instagram.