Photographer: Peter Wattendorf
Photographer: Daniel Witte
Location: Brazil
Client: PORT1 Hamburg
Client: Thalia
Client: L7 - Li Auto China
Client: Lancôme Deutschland
Client: Eurowings
Client: Johann Lafer & Freiluftmanufaktur
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spotlight magazine Nov 2023 rental studios
Düsseldorf: Elegant Elephant Studios
"Discover Düsseldorf! Here lies one of Germany's premier photo and film studios, boasting an irresistible blend of industrial aesthetics, functional spaces, and a vibrant atmosphere.
Spanning an impressive 2,800 square meters, this studio provides abundant room for diverse productions across various industries, from automotive and fashion to portrait photography. Choose from studios ranging from 90 sqm to expansive areas exceeding 450 sqm.
For those not working behind the lens, there are generously appointed spaces adaptable for use as makeup or fitting rooms, production offices, or comfortable lounge areas ideal for calls and meetings. Additionally, ample room is allocated for catering services, complemented by a sizable coffee bar.
Facilities include a spacious parking area and a large roll-up door, facilitating hassle-free deliveries, even for prototypes or bulky equipment.
In essence, this studio offers a flawless infrastructure for professional photo and film shoots."
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showcase magazine Oct 2023 germany issue 937
Fotografie Witte Wattendorff Dusseldorf People & Lifestyle, Corporate and Advertsing Photographers
Based in Münster and Berlin, Peter, Daniel and their team provide a wide range of clients from the advertising, financial, consumer and fashion sector with a complete production experience.
Being extremely passionate about photographing people as well as their environment, the team of Fotografie Witte Wattendorff produces high-class visual solutions for all sorts of publications, such as advertising, recruitment campaigns, annual reports, magazines and more.
Recent clients: LVM Versicherung, BASF, Compo, OSMA, Ernstings Family, GuideCom and Hengst Filtration.
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showcase magazine Jun 2023 germany issue 923
Manfred Heiduk Dusseldorf Fashion, Sports and Lifestyle Photographers
German photographer Manfred Heiduk has worked in various production locations such as Miami, New York, Los Angeles, Cape Town, Rio de Janeiro, Dusseldorf, and London. With over 20 years of experience, he specialises in shooting and filming in extreme conditions.
Drawing from his background as a creative director and illustrator in digital media, Manfred believes in creating emotionally captivating campaigns that showcase a diverse and open world. He aims to inspire wanderlust for urban and outdoor locations, particularly after the pandemic and in light of global climate challenges.
Manfred values the collaboration with his team and the thrill of discovering new faces among models. He has a knack for capturing something special during shoots. His portfolio includes notable clients such as Adidas, Nike, Puma, Reebok, and Under Armour, and he provides full photo & film production services.
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showcase magazine Jun 2023 germany issue 923
Max Kruggel Dusseldorf Interiors, Still LIfe and People Photographers
Max Kruggel works on location and in various photo studios for his clients throughout Germany. For over eight years he has specialised in interior, commercial, and product photography. With his freelance team, which is custom-tailored to each production and client, he also carries out advertising productions abroad for his clients.
In recent months, Max Kruggel has had the opportunity to realise different projects together with various partners and clients, such as Thalia, Scalido, Grohe, PORT1 Hamburg and more.
Max's aim, especially in luxury real estate shootings from various trades, such as for bathroom studios or furniture manufacturers, is to create a certain tension and surrealism through staged artificial lighting that deliberately directs the viewer.
In addition to his personal interest in classic cars, Max is an absolute coffee lover. If you feel like having a talk and a good coffee, feel free to get in touch with him.
You can find more of Max Kruggel's work on his website.
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spotlight magazine May 2023 rental studios
Düsseldorf: Elegant Elephant Studios
"Come to Düsseldorf! There you will find one of the largest photo and film studios in Germany! A studio that you just have to love. Industrial look paired with functional studios and positive atmosphere.
On the 2,800 sqm area there is enough space for productions of all branches and all industries. From automotive to fashion to people photography: studios with 90 sqm or a large studio area with over 450 sqm can be booked.
For those not behind the camera, there is ample space and rooms that can be used as make-up or fitting rooms, production offices or lounge areas for relaxed phone calls or meetings. And of course plenty of space for catering and a big coffee bar.
The spacious parking area and large roll-up door allow for relaxed deliveries, including prototypes or other bulky equipment.
On the whole, a perfect infrastructure for professional shoots.”
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spotlight magazine May 2023 cars, transportation and landscape photography & motion
Germany - New Zealand: Romer Photography
Great start of 2023 for Stephan, shooting the launch campaign for the new L7 from Li Auto China. Agency on set was Jedi Visual Beijing with creative director Xie Tao. Service production Lighthouse Productions took care of this breath-taking road trip across Aotearoa.
20 hero shots and multiple lifestyle and social media motives were realised in remote locations like the Waimangu Valley and the Redwood Forest on the North Island. Finishing the shoot in Fiordland National Park and the Catlins in the far south of New Zealand.
Stephan was recently awarded New Zealand’s Landscape Photographer of the Year for the third time at the prestigious OneEyland Awards.
In this Spotlight are some of his latest landscape pictures exhibiting in his Queenstown Gallery.
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showcase magazine Mar 2023 germany issue 913
Carina Musitowski Dusseldorf Production, Styling and Set Design
Düsseldorf-based Carina Musitowski is the founder of Maison Musitowski Artist Management.
On commercial sets she works as a producer, fashion stylist and set designer. Carina and her team work for internationally renowned brands including Eurowings, Dyson, Vogue Germany, Wella, Vodafone and Lancôme, from a variety of industries - including advertisement, fashion and beauty.
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showcase magazine Dec 2022 germany issue 906
Fotografie Witte Wattendorff Dusseldorf People&Lifestyle, Corporate and Sports Photographers
From their photographic base in Münster, North Rhine Westphalia, Peter, Daniel and their team can take their photographic services in the fields of people, lifestyle, corporate and sports to any destination needed.
From extensive, multi days advertising productions to sport documentaries from the back of a motorcycle, every challenge gets tackled in order to provide the clients with the best possible images.
Recent clients: LVM Versicherung, BASF, Compo, OSMA, RadRace and Hengst Filtration.
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spotlight magazine Nov 2022 rental studios
Düsseldorf: Elegant Elephant Studios
"Come to Düsseldorf! There you will find one of the largest photo and film studios in Germany on the historic site of a former steel mill! A studio you have to love.
In the large 2,800 sqm area, there will be enough space for productions for all lines of business and all branches of trade. From automobile and fashion up to people photography: studios with 90 sqm or a mega studio area with more than 450 sqm can be booked.
For those not behind the camera, there is ample space and rooms for use as makeup or fitting rooms, production offices or lounge areas for relaxed phone calls or meetings.
The spacious parking lot and large roll-up door allow for relaxed deliveries, even of prototypes or other voluminous equipment."
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spotlight magazine Oct 2022 people & lifestyle photography
Düsseldorf: Steve Marais
By choosing subjects and locations that communicate a sense of balance, Steve Marais has created a visual signature that meets directly at the intersection of commercial and editorial photography. The resulting images are built upon self-expression and energy.
No matter what subject he focuses on, authenticity lies at the core of his creative process. Marais is based in Düsseldorf, Germany, and is available for creative projects worldwide.
Marais is represented by Avenger Photographers.