miami Oct 2014

FRONT Management represents top international models, develops the freshest new faces in the modelling industry and has unmatched relationships with the most important international clients and photographers. Founded in 2006, FRONT is a boutique fashion agency that focuses on quality and not quantity. The company prides itself on cultivating thriving careers for new faces. FRONT’s strategy is to be selective and search for models that aren’t just beautiful, but also passionate about their work, have outgoing personalities and exhibit great ambition.

The men, women and children that FRONT represents are often in front of the lenses of the most renowned photographers in the industry and have graced the covers of major magazines, advertising campaigns and runways around the world.

Creative Management @ MC2 provides a full-scale artist management company in New York and Miami. Creative Management is one of Miami and New York's leading photographers’ agencies, representing photographers, stylists and hair and make-up artists.

The company works in the New York and Miami markets, as well as further afield, to correctly manage artists so they can access the next level in fashion and advertising.

Image isn’t everything – it’s the only thing. This is especially true in the high-stakes world of fashion, media and marketing. Since 2006, Belle & Company has been Miami’s leading professional talent agency representing top photographers, videographers, stylists, hair and make-up artists and a new division of fine artists.

Led by the British-born Carole Ann Belle, Belle & Company developed a stellar reputation for providing highly personalized service and attention to detail for the most demanding of clients. From Miami and Palm Beach to New York and now London, the company’s client roster and capabilities continue to grow.

Belle & Company’s clients include Vogue, Chanel, Armani, Cartier, L’Oréal, McLaren, Apple, Coca-Cola, Sony Ericsson, Reebok, Adidas, Diageo, The Ritz Carlton, Marriott, MTV and Art Basel Miami Beach. Top international advertising agencies, leading national magazines and many of today’s most bold-faced celebrities are also part of the client’s list.

Belle & Company is a member of the American Society of Media Photographers. For further information, contact the headquarters at 1.305.776.1800 or 1.917.310.1808, or email them for more information.

Miami-based Artist Management represents highly experienced and creative local and international photographers, hair and make-up artists, stylists and costume designers.

Native German Tanja Stephan opened her agency in 2002 and offers all-around support for photo productions. The agency is committed to finding the perfect match for every client and team. New additions to the AM team are hair and makeup artist Toni Feliciano and makeup artist Marissa Nemes.

Visit the website for a full talent roster. Contact the Miami office at 1-305-672.3556 or send Tanja an email.

Tropical Productions is a Miami, Florida-based production company with a branch in Sweden headed by Monica Olman, who provides full production services to the photographic and film industries.

The company specialises in productions on location throughout the country, and is a local expert in the Caribbean and the USA.

Services include location scouting, casting, crew hiring, motor home rental, transportation coordination, limo services, auto and van rental, prop sourcing or fabrication, catering, studio and equipment rental, exporting and importing worldwide, customs paperwork and brokerage coordination, hotel and home accommodation, and everything and anything a production requires.

Clients include H&M, Peek & Cloppenburg, Volvo Penta, Bijenkorf, Ellos, Halen's, Deval, Lee County, Elle Magazine, Icon Magazine, King Magazine, Hilton, Marriott, Four Seasons, Setai Miami, and most other major hotel and resort brands.

Contact Tropical Productions in Sweden on +46 72 251 75 25 or in Miami on +1 305 439 7561.

Pro One Productions is a full-service production company.

Pro One is located at the heart of Miami, Florida—a city that offers some of the most ideal settings for still photography and film. Pro One also offers their extensive production experience in other great destinations around the world such as New York, L.A, San Francisco, Las Vegas, San Diego, The Florida Keys and The Bahamas.  

The company’s goal is to provide the best production service available, including location scouting, production management, model castings, research, permits, and budgeting. They specialise in the successful organization of catalogue, editorial, advertising and film shoots.

Pro One’s latest clients are Adidas, BMW, Bosch, Gerry Weber, Lamborghini, Bogner and Unger, among others.

Five years after its South Beach debut, The Production Factory in Miami goes from strength to strength. Specialising in fashion, advertising and editorial shoots, the company is ready to help with all production needs. From casting and location scouting, prop building and sourcing, accommodation, travel and everything in between, The Production Factory has it covered. Need to stick to a budget? No problem, its seasoned producers are there to help every step of the way.

Producing photo shoots worldwide from its head office in London since 2003, the company is further complimented by a Mallorca-based office covering the Balearic Islands and Spain. Staffed by a team of experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic producers, The Production Factory always goes the extra mile to get it done.

HG Producers is the world's pre-eminent still-photography / production agency. Partners Howard Goldmann and Drew Harrow have carved a unique niche in the fashion, entertainment, and business arenas by anticipating - and solving - the myriad production issues that affect any major shoot. Sought after by celebrities and corporations alike, HG Producers' blend of top-level skill, cross-cultural knowledge, and the ability to simply "get it done" makes them the first choice for productions worldwide.

Clients include Bacardi, Maybelline, Range Rover, Budweiser, Hanes, Coca-Cola, Michael Kors, Victoria's Secret and Donna Karan, to name just a few.

HG Producers' 20 years of multiple shoots-within-a-day experience and inevitable rainy-day wait periods, allows the company to do what others can’t: maximise time, money, talent and resources so clients can concentrate on their objectives.

HG Producers work best when conditions are at their worst, and budget losses and deadline misses loom. No matter the situation, the challenge is met. The company's strict adherence to safety measures is also important, adding a level of comfort and security to every production.

The Barrington Group is a full service casting, production and brand project management company based between Miami, New York and the Caribbean. Headed by former top model agent Tyron Barrington, the company's clients include Avon Mark Cosmetics, L’Oreal Feria, Target, Jennifer Lopez, and Laura Mercier Cosmetics, ReVive Skincare, BMW International, Elle, Cosabella, and Levi's.

The company has produced shoots with top fashion photographers including Patrick Demarchelier, Matthias Vriens, Matt Jones, Alexi Lubomirski, and Alberto Tolot among others. 

For more information including quotes, please call 646-623-0404 or email Tyron.

Since its inception, Stillmax Media productions has been engaged in the business of creative collaboration, cultivating a boutique sensibility and offering an intimate connection with clients. "In the end, it is always about people'' - this approach has led to many enduring allegiances.

Stillmax is proud of every image it contributes to produce, making sure that work achieves results.

"We don't take pictures, we make them!"

Route 7 Productions is a full-service production company providing production services for photo shoots and films all over the United States. An extensive knowledge of the industry combined with a unique dedication to providing excellent service ensures that every shoot is a success. Since opening in 2004, Route 7 has produced photo shoots for such notable clients as Kohl's, Target, Budweiser, Nordstrom, Eddie Bauer, JC Penney, Chico’s and The Home Depot.

In addition, Route 7 has completed production services for three feature films for foreign markets and produced the short film 'Never Winter' that premiered at the Miami International Film Festival in 2010. The company also produced the award-winning documentary ‘UNFIT: Ward vs. Ward’, which was an official selection in film festivals across the world in 2012/2013. The documentary racked up numerous awards along the way.

Route 7 also believes that part of being a good business is being a good neighbour. Through its 'Give 7' programme, each year 7% of the company's profit is donated to charities in the regions where its clients live and work.

Visit the website for more information.

Select Services is an established, quality, full service photographic and film
production company located in Miami, Florida. Gaby Schuetz leads a team of dedicated, experienced multi-lingual professionals. Whether it’s on set or through remote production assistance, Select’s focus is on anticipating clients' needs and providing a “hassle-free” production experience.

The company is constantly expanding its horizons and producing shoots in Florida, the Caribbean, New York City, and Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Select maintains an extensive online library of locations, enabling clients to access thousands of location ideas prior to arrival.

Select has developed valuable relationships with clients, from advertising names such as Topshop, Topman, Hugo Boss, Frito Lay, D Squared, Gucci, Banana Republic; editorials for Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, NY Times Style Magazine, GQ, Rolling Stone, Teen Vogue, Numero, Self, Elle; and with catalogue clients including River Island, Next Directory and Target.

John landed his first assignment with an ad agency at the age of 15 and never looked back.

Since then, a few of the clients he has had the pleasure of working with are Kellogg's, Proctor & Gamble, McDonald's, American Express, Humana, Maker's Mark, Caribe Beer, Philips, VIrgin Hotels, Adobe and Discovery Land Company.

Please visit his website to see more of his work. You can also contact him at 305-905-7779 or by sending him an email.

Peter Langone captivates the creative world with his ability to direct as well as photograph.

Peter is equally comfortable in the studio or on location. He works well with either one-on-one or with groups and has circled the globe over 12 times for his clientele. He still loves to make his chosen images using old school B&W film, which he develops and prints in his darkroom. Peter is a team player and a pleasure to work with.

His partial client list include Air Jamaica, Alamo Rent-A-Car, American Express, Anheuser Busch, AT&T, Bacardi, Budweiser, Buick, Burlington Coat Factory, Coca Cola, Continental Airlines, Coors, Cunard Cruises, Dell Computers, Delta Airlines, Dollar Rent A Car, Doritos, Federal Express, Foster Beer, Frito Lay, General Foods, Gordon's Gin, Guinness Beer, Harley Davidson, Hawaiian Tropic, and IBM.

Ana Adams is a photographer looking for bold colours, shapes and movement.

With advertising images in mind, her work translates playful, happy photographs that compliment food dishes and especially liquids, glasses and back-lit subjects.

Ana was born in Brazil and comes from a television background, but photography has been a long-time passion. She speaks fluent English, Portuguese and Spanish and works closely with clients and gets fully involved in their projects, in her own studio or on location.

From Paris to Madrid, Cuzco to Istanbul and Madras to Hong Kong, Michael Raveney experienced an array of cultures and peoples - rich with visual impressions - all before his 14th birthday. Along the way he kept vivid imagery of each place in his heart, knowing one day he’d be able to share it with the world through the art of photography.

Michael’s first experience as a professional photographer was in Bosnia where he captured images of war-torn areas and the relief efforts of the UN, International Red Cross, and various NGOs for news organisations including Newsweek, The Times and AP.

Having visited almost 40 countries, in his mid-twenties Michael finally returned to the US where his work transitioned from photojournalism to creative photography. Eventually his focus turned to fashion photography, where he gained momentum in the public eye and was featured in GQ, Blender, Maxim, and numerous local and national magazines.

Michael continues to broaden his sphere of success and exposure. His most recent work includes fashion, automotive, product, beauty, location, advertising campaigns and even documentary work. He currently resides in Miami Beach, Florida.

Winner of the 2014 Black & White Spider Awards (Fashion category), celebrity, fashion and advertising photographer Gio Alma have graced (as editorial or advertising content) the pages of US Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, InStyle, Glamour, Cigar Aficionado, Lucky, Cosmopolitan, USA Today, People and Ocean Drive, among others.

His list of advertising clients include Mercedes-Benz, Nestlé USA, Colgate, American Airlines, Got Milk, General Motors, Apple iTunes, Cohiba, Sony and many more.

Gio has been assigned to photograph national and international celebrities, music talents and sports figures such as Tommy Lee Jones, Roberto Cavalli, Gloria Estefan, Bill Paxton, Ricky Martin, Dwyane Wade, Andy Roddick, Shaquille O’Neal, Betsey Johnson, Philippe Starck, Alejandro Sanz, among others.

Francisco Aguila is a Miami-based aviation, architecture and still life photographer. With over 15 years of experience, Aguila’s work reflects his fascination with lighting techniques, experimentation with motion and liquid, and the beauty of architecture and machines. 

Aguila has worked for LAN Cargo Airlines, MASAIR Airlines, Telemundo, NBC, and Haute Living Magazine, among other prestigious companies and publications.

Rene Gomez is a Miami and Los Angeles -based photographer who specializes in celebrity and sports portraiture.

He has shot for publications like Sports Illustrated and Surfing Life Japan, while some of his most recent client’s brands include Champion, Supra, and Krew.

Diego Texera is a Miami-based commercial photographer specializing in food, people and places.  He draws his inspiration from a well-travelled eye and never-ending curiosity, allowing him to capture the essence of the environments he’s in.  

Diego is creative by heart and technical by experience – a blend of traits that create thought-provoking images telling the story of each subject.

Omar Cruz is considered one of the most important portrait photographers among celebrities. He has worked with household names including President Obama, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Christina Aguilera, Celia Cruz, Marc Anthony, Pitbull, Eva Longoria, Juanes, Shakira, Zoe Saldana, Sofia Vergara and Thalia, to name just a few. In his commercial work brands like Got Milk, T-Mobile, Absolut Vodka and Pepsi trust his vision.

Omar was born in New York and raised in Puerto Rico. He started to experiment early on with light and shadows and eventually mastered that intuitive vision which makes every picture far more than a good composition. His career came up through the ranks during the 90s in Miami, with the boom of Latin music that allowed him to travel the world with his art.

His images have been featured in magazines such as Time, Vanity Fair, Vogue, GQ, People Magazine and People En Español to name a few. His photography accomplishes classic tones, sophisticated points of view, and a film treatment. Every piece of his work involves the viewer in such a way it brings them closer to his subject’s essence.

Location South is a premier provider of film locations in the Miami area since 1986. It has developed a reputation for finding the perfect location for film, TV, and photo shoots. Location South scouts the location, negotiates the contract, and works with the proper permitting offices to provide an effortless production experience.

The company’s deep roots in South Florida and ongoing relationships with property owners and the production community gives Location South exceptional access to a variety of remarkable locations and other resources.

Location South’s Recent clients and projects include Ride Along 2, Porsche, Proctor & Gamble, Dixie, Acura, Hoke TV Pilot with Paul Giamatti, Burn Notice Seasons 3 through 7, Lexus, Graceland promo, Lowes, Verizon.

Please visit company's website for a sample of their portfolio and some much-appreciated client comments.

"Simply put, we provide the exact locations you are looking for to make your project a success. If we don’t have it, we will find it. No country is too far and no town is too small. We strive to make your production hassle free."

Located at the Intersection of Alton and Lincoln Road, 1111 Lincoln Road houses world class shopping, dining and the most visually stimulating automotive parking imaginable.

The highlight of this award-winning architectural landmark is the 7th floor event space which features panoramic city, ocean and bay views, soaring 34 ft. ceilings, and a dramatic concrete structure which serves as the perfect backdrop for corporate, private and special occasions, film and photo shoots, and much more.

Photopia's studio and location facilities include:

The New York Loft/Studio 1, which measures 3,750 sq. ft., has a 22x20 fl. cyclorama, 16 ft. It has high ceilings, and two big panorama windows, (11 x 12 ft. & 16x 14 ft.) which can be blocked out by automatic rolling doors and an expanded storage area of 750 sq. ft. It also boosts a second floor space, roomy styling and make-up rooms, and a modern eat-in kitchen.

The Boston Loft/Studio 2, which measures 2,500 sq. ft. and 16 ft., has high ceilings with classic mouldings, 16 ft. wide cyclorama and 3x daylight panorama windows in 10 x 10 and 12 x 10 ft. The place also features French colonial sliding doors, a kitchen and dining area, fireplace, library with early 18th century European country-style furniture and writing desk, complete with Winchester sofas.

The South Cottage is a 2200 sq. ft. studio decorated with whitewashed classic French furniture and equipped with a modern professional Viking kitchen.

The Beach House is a 1200 sq. ft. big open rectangle room with completely moveable furnishings, terrace and pool setting.

Grove Studios Miami is a newly renovated studio conveniently located in the Coconut Grove area. With an area of 4,800 sq. ft. it is a perfect spot for all kinds of film and photography production needs. The main column-free soundproof space of 60x40x18 features 30x30 white and chroma key green cycloramas, full grid ceilings with 18 Space Light 2000W and a full shooting kitchen. The studio also comes with production and client offices, VIP room, kitchen, dressing and make-up rooms, wireless Internet and a large dedicated loading door.

The studio's friendly staff is a reference point for lighting, make-up, catering, wardrobe, and much more.

Situated in the heart of Miami, the studio is minutes away from the Downtown/ Brickell area, Coral Gables and Miami International airport. Grove Studio Miami has ample parking that allows clients to get in and out with ease.

For more information call +1 (305) 445-5035 or email.

MAPS Production House has three studios and event spaces in Miami:

• MAPS Studio - 212 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, the flagship location, MAPS Studio is the only photo studio in Miami Beach’s historic Art Deco District and features a 25ft. x 25ft. corner cyc.
• The Backlot - 342 NW 24th Street, Miami, is nestled in the heart of Wynwood Arts District, The Backlot is Miami’s only private outdoor studio and features two cyc. walls and an interior space for hair, make-up, and wardrobe needs.
• Studio 255 - 255 NW 25th Street, Miami, is also located in Wynwood. Studio 255 is a modern, white, daylight shooting space with three cyc. walls and black-out capabilities. All three studios have drive-in access for automotive shoots.

MAPS' in-house equipment department makes it easy to book a space and order gear with just one call or email.

For rates and information, email or call the production office at 305-532-7880.

Trendy Studio is centrally located in the photo/art district of Wynwood. The company offers three rental spaces that can all be combined or rented independently, depending on clients' vision, production size and budget.

• Cycl Studio - A 23’ x 18’ Cyclorama and roll-up door for vehicle access.
• Loft - An industrial loft space with different textured walls (brick, concrete, vintage wallpaper, wood and acrylic).
• Rooftop - A 4,000 sq.ft. rooftop that provides 360º city views.

Ceiling height throughout the facility is 20’. Trendy Studios is owner-operated, with its attention to detail, amenities and overall services making the facility a top choice for clients looking for a flexible and comfortable space that inspires their creativity.

Call Enrique direct on 305.438.4244 (office), 786.553.3733 (cell), or email for more information. Take the virtual tour here.

LaserNet Studios is a full service production studio conveniently located mid-way between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The studio is five minutes from I-95, 20 minutes from Ft. Lauderdale International Airport, and 30 minutes from Miami International Airport.

With its huge corner cyclorama, LaserNet Studios is perfect for any type of photo or video shoot, or any small to big production event. The company’s tight-knit group of professionals is here to help you achieve your goals.

Newly updated, sleek, spacious motorhomes for photo shoots, films, events and anything imaginable. Route 7 Productions offers motorhomes that are: custom-built for the production industry, sleek, modern designed, double slide-out, wide-open floor plan, spacious wardrobe and styling area, large dual hair and make-up station, Digitech workstation and production desk, upgraded 20KW generator, Wi-Fi Internet access, and front and rear entry.

For more information email or call 305 531 2160.

Miami Daylight Studios offers state-of-the-art equipment rental, transportation, digital-tech and production services alongside cyclorama studio space with production and post-production offices for all photo and video production needs.

Unique to Miami Daylight Studios is the one-of-a-kind Mercedes-Benz Sprinter fleet of customised vehicles made specifically for location productions.

Miami Daylight Studios exclusively enlists seasoned professionals with vast experience in their specific field of production.

Equipment rental options include the latest Profoto B4 8A packs with the full range of Profoto accessories and light modifiers; the specailty Briese parabolic to work with the Profoto packs; full Sunbounce line of scrims and reflectors; Chimera Softboxes; Matthews Scrims and flags; Canon and Zeiss lenses; DSLR cinema equipment including Redrock rigs, Marshall Monitors and Zacuto Viewfinders; Zoom and Sennheiser sound recording equipment; Cinevate sliders and 2013 MacBookPro retina laptops, among many other equipment options.

MAPS Production House is home to the newest equipment in Miami. The company takes pride in having a well-stocked and diligently cared for inventory of specialty lighting, which includes Arri, Briese , Kino Flo and Dedo.

MAPS' inventory also includes Profoto and a full range of grip equipment. The company focuses on customer service, competitive pricing, and a personalised approach to each order.

Atomic Assistants Agency is the first agency of its kind that exclusively represents top notch assistants for fashion, print, advertising and TV. Founded by Miami production industry pioneer, Teddy Gunter, who also founded the Non Stop Prop Shop in 1991, Atomic Assistants Agency has tailored the art of booking an assistant to providing ease and peace-of-mind to its highly esteemed clients.

Atomic Assistants Agency represents hair assistants, make-up assistants, stylist assistants, pressers, fashion show dressers, seamstresses, PA’s, temporary personal assistants, digital techs, photo assistants, prop assistants, food styling assistants, and manicurists.

Atomic Assistants Agency has provided assistants for prestigious clients including GQ, Vogue, Condé Nast, Maxim Magazine, Elle Italia, Urban Outfitters, Pottery Barn, Macy’s, Yves Rocher, H&M, Hugo Boss, Rolling Stone Magazine, Nordstrom, Vera Wang, Ralph Lauren, Carine Roitfeld CR Fashion Book, Patti Wilson, Danny Santiago, Nike, BET, Kohl's, world-renowned photographers and countless producers and photo editors.

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Le Food Catering specialises in production and office catering and is a branch of PHP Enterprises, a Miami-based destination management company.

Starting at $39 for breakfast and lunch, menus are created everyday to meet special dietary needs and budget. Le Food Catering steps it up with the hire of a nutritional consultant providing conscious cooking with organic, vegetarian and vegan options available daily.

Bringing that "Savoir Faire" without charging the big buck, Le Food specialises in creative catering. Owner Philippe Pautesta-Herder, who also owns *Gourmand at Home Catering Experiences*, has lived between Paris, NYC and Miami for the last 15 years and has over a decade of experience in events.

Premium brands and companies he has worked with include Bvlgari, Emilio Pucci, Fendi, Quad Production, Audi, Diane Von Furstenberg, Mercedes, Draft FCB, Hearst Magazines, Gallerie Lafayette, PEOPLE Magazine, German Vogue and more.

South Beach Group Hotels is pleased to announce its expansion into Mid-Beach with Hotel Croydon, a fully-renovated boutique hotel located steps away from the ocean. The seven-story Hotel Croydon dazzles with 104 guest rooms including a sprawling Penthouse with ocean views, meeting room and banquet space, a gym, an outdoor pool, a spa, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a rooftop sun deck with 360º views of Miami and the ocean.

Visit the Croydon website for more information.

Vintro Hotel & Kitchen is a new boutique hotel and restaurant nestled in the heart of Miami Beach’s cultural corridor. Vintro Hotel, which comprises 50 beautifully designed sleek and modern guest rooms, has all of the necessities for a luxurious stay.

Complementary Wi-Fi, flat screen plasma televisions, mini-bars full of the essentials, showers with a view, and the plushest bed linens complete the entire package. When you get hungry, take a stroll down to the restaurant and grab a bite for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and then rest in the lobby/library area while you enjoy a cocktail from the Scorpion Bar.

The 2014 APA Awards have been judged and the selections made. This year's competition received over 2,500 entries. Many new names appear in this year's competition and the Student section is incredibly strong. The judges were amazed at the consistent, high-calibre work across all categories.

31 winning images are chosen based on personal creative expression and technical excellence. Categories include Portrait, Action, Fine Art/Personal, Conceptual, Fashion, Landscape, Architecture, Still Life, Lifestyle and Student.