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spotlight magazine Oct 2023 corporate, industrial and healthcare photography
Denver: Nathan Leach-Proffer
Nathan Leach-Proffer is a Colorado-based corporate and industrial photographer. His work is largely based in the aerospace and automotive industries, much of which is captured during live testing and production.
Nathan is skilled in quickly adapting to any situation and capturing the best images possible while not interfering with the work that needs to take place, keeping the images authentic and the teams comfortable. This work also comes with tight security, and Nathan is used to working with the team on restrictions, such as staying ITAR compliant when needed.
Nathan is honored to share some recent work in this Spotlight from Boom Supersonic and URSA Major.
Check out more of his work on Instagram or his portfolio website.
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spotlight magazine Oct 2023 people & lifestyle photography
Germany - Spain: Anatol Gottfried
Summer is winding down, and a thrilling new photo series by Barcelona-based photographer Anatol Gottfried delights with its freshness.
In anticipation of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, Nike inaugurated an open-air basketball court in Manila, Philippines - The Courtyard. This initiative aims to provide the local community with continuous opportunities to engage in the sport throughout the year. Positioned at the central hub of Bonifacio Global City, the Courtyard stands as a vibrant location and holds significant popularity among the youth of Manila, functioning as both a social gathering point and a focal point for sports activities.
Commissioned by BBH Singapore, Anatol embarked on a journey to Manila with the purpose of capturing the dynamic essence of Nike's athletes in their element. The focal point of this creative endeavour was the vibrant and visually captivating ground, an artful creation brought to life by the renowned artist known as Kiefsix. This project not only celebrates the dedication of the athletes but also encapsulates the fusion of artistic ingenuity and athletic excellence, resulting in a vivid and candid visual narrative.
Anatol embraced the full essence of his time in Manila, continuing on the ongoing collaboration with his friends from AME - Art Meets Education. Results will be published soon.
Anticipate captivating projects set to launch soon. Anatol's ceaseless exploration knows no geographical limits, making him available for work worldwide. For more work check his website and follow him on Instagram.
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spotlight magazine Oct 2023 people & lifestyle photography
Switzerland: Ian G.C. White
Ian G.C. White creates captivating imagery across a broad spectrum of commercial and editorial projects. He showcases versatility as a visual artist, able to consistently transform clients visions into vivid reality.
Ian’s capacity to adapt and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional work across many diverse genres has clients frequently returning when they seek compelling and emotive visual storytelling.
Ian’s client list includes: Aiglon College, Automobil Revue, Auto Bild, Assos of Switzerland, Bilanz, JLR, Le Temps, Motor Klassik, Patrick Seabase, Porsche, Red Bull, Road & Track, Samsung, Seat, Subaru and The Sunday Times.
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showcase magazine Sep 2023 spain issue 933
Degler Studio Barcelona car & transportation photographers
Degler Studio's history cannot be told without knowing the person behind the lens.
Piotr Degler grew up in Spain, in the midst of a family of musicians and architects. Equally influenced by art and technology, and motivated by his love for the four wheels, he moved to Turin after graduation to study car design, ending up at Bertone. It is here, in one of the world’s meccas of car design, that he started merging his daily job as a designer with another of his passions, photography.
It is precisely in the combination of photography and his expertise in car design where resides the added value of his images. Today, Piotr Degler is considered one of the most respected photographers in the industry, having worked for legendary names such as Maserati, Pininfarina and the everlasting Ferrari.
In 2016 he published his first book, 'Carros de Cuba'. Last year he published his new and awaited coffee table book 'Made in Italy', after more than 10 years in the making.
Showcasing here some of his last shoots, done just before summer. In first place, the Eccentrica Diablo, the ultimate Lamborghini Diablo restomod, photographed in Milan on location and in Turin in studio. Followed by the 777 Hypercar photographed on the Monza racetrack in Italy. Last but not least, some personal shots of a classic Lamborghini Countach Anniversary Edition.
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showcase magazine Sep 2023 spain issue 933
EGM Studio Barcelona creative post production
"We are a CGI and retouch Studio from Barcelona, integrated as a division of EGM, a company dedicated to the integral treatment of the graphic image.
Since 1974 we have been collaborating with the most prestigious photographers and graphic artists in the retouching and post-production of images.
The artistic talent and technical mastery of our team, coupled with a powerful media infrastructure, allows us to control different disciplines: photography, design, organic modeling, rigging, animation, compositing, 360º videos and virtual reality; which make up a palette of services that has made EGMS a creative and powerful technological partner in which our clients have entrusted the development of their projects.
We continue to research the creation of digital content for different channels, using the latest technologies in printing, projection and visualisation."
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spotlight magazine Sep 2023 ai, cgi & post production
Hamburg: The Scope
With over 25 years of experience, THE SCOPE is a globally recognised name in full-service CG work. Their recent projects with Renault and Nio highlight the remarkable advantages of CG productions for vehicle launches. Launch projects require precision and total control, precisely what THE SCOPE provided for these two brands. Their expertise in computer-generated imagery tailored every aspect, from lighting to backdrop, flawlessly.
These recent collaborations showcase the profound benefits of CG productions, offering complete control over settings, optimal lighting, and the capacity to craft an unforgettable narrative while eliminating logistical concerns like accessibility, permits, security, and weather worries.
In an industry where first impressions are paramount, THE SCOPE's CG productions offer finesse and creativity that traditional shoots struggle to match. These recent launches are testament to THE SCOPE's ability to seamlessly blend innovation and automotive excellence.
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spotlight magazine Sep 2023 ai, cgi & post production
London: Carioca Studio
Multi award-winning Carioca Studio is a world-renowned image concept house highly sought after for their work, specialising in advertising imagery.
Carioca was founded in 2005 by three artists (Dragos Coman, Andrei Stoleru and Dragos Traistaru), all photographers with fine art and advertising backgrounds, along with production expertise. They always have a strong vision about each new project they are involved in, Carioca starts with a big idea: and bring their complete vision and perfect execution from production and shooting to post-production.
Carioca offers integrated visual services, from production (locations, casting, hair & makeup artists, set construction, mock-ups) to photography, Illustration, CGI and post production. The company now has 23 people working in three different departments – Production, 3D and Post-Production.
Clients include Dalwhinnie, McDonald’s, Pepsi, Europcar, Mercedes-Benz, Sony Ericsson, VW and WWF. Carioca Studio have been awarded Cannes Lions, Epica and ranked as #2 in photography by Lürzers Archive.
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spotlight magazine Sep 2023 ai, cgi & post production
Barcelona: EGM Studio
"We operate as a CGI and retouching studio based in Barcelona, functioning as an integral division of EGM. EGM is a company focused on comprehensive graphic image treatment.
Since 1974, we've maintained collaborations with renowned photographers and graphic artists, specialising in image retouching and post-production.
Our team boasts a blend of artistic talent and technical expertise, supported by robust media infrastructure. This equips us to oversee diverse disciplines including photography, design, organic modeling, rigging, animation, compositing, 360º videos, and virtual reality. This array of services positions EGM as a creative and robust technological partner. Our clients confidently entrust us with their project development.
We remain committed to pioneering digital content creation for various channels, utilising cutting-edge technologies in printing, projection, and visualisation."
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spotlight magazine Sep 2023 cars & transportation photography & motion
Los Angeles: Jeff Ludes
Jeff recently finished a couple of projects for Lexus' and Toyota’s newest SUVs.
First up was a shoot for the Toyota Grand Highlander. Due to the vehicle being top-secret, it was decided to render it in CGI. So Jeff’s team brought a stand-in car to set, to get an accurate reference for the team at Curve to work with. After a long and hot day in the hills, the beach was a welcome break! But still plenty of work to do, even while enjoying the breeze. Lastly, the studio was one place the vehicle would be safe, so Jeff’s team was able to mimic the lighting on location, and work with the talent inside the car.
Next up was the Lexus TX, this one a secret as well! But in this case, the team decided to scout out locations out of the public eye, and shoot with the actual vehicle. Over just a couple shoot days, the team covered exterior, interior, running, details, the whole gamut. Jeff worked closely with the retouchers at MainWorks to make sure each image looks beautiful, but always natural.
Based in Los Angeles, Jeff has shot automotive projects around the world for over 15 years.
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spotlight magazine Sep 2023 cars & transportation photography & motion
Los Angeles - New York: David Masemore
David recently captured the new mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette Stingray in a story-driven automotive lifestyle series within an urban location. He also photographed the McLaren 650S in black & white, utilising car-to-car shots and dynamic lighting to convey a feeling of elegance and speed.
David is currently shooting new projects, both commercial and personal. Feel free to check out some of his latest work on his website.