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Founded in 2004 by creative producer Liz Long, Aspen Productions has established itself as a nationwide leader in commercial print and film production, as well as location services. With offices in Aspen, Atlanta, New York, San Francisco, and Hawaii, they specialise in managing all aspects of production for global advertising campaigns, including commercial shoots, editorial projects, and full-scale video productions. Their portfolio includes collaborations with leading brands such as Apple, Athleta, Fabletics, New Balance, and HOKA.

Aspen Productions is renowned for blending urban production expertise with the flexibility needed for remote projects. Their services cover creative project collaboration, precise budget management, location scouting, on-site coordination, permits, casting, crew referrals, equipment rentals, and more. They are recognised for their ability to turn bold creative concepts into reality while maintaining scrupulous attention to detail and budget.

Founder Liz Long, with over 20 years of experience, has shaped the company with her expertise and passion for creative problem-solving. Her background in fast-paced New York production has instilled an ethos of efficiency, adaptability, and innovation, setting Aspen Productions apart in the global industry.

7 Hills Productions is a premier video production company located in Orange County and serving clients nationwide. They specialise in corporate videos, brand storytelling, product videos, testimonials, and event coverage. Established in 2018 by Merve Tekin, a filmmaker with over 20 years of experience in TV directing and commercial production, the company produces high-quality cinematic content customised for businesses and brands.

With a client roster that includes Porsche North America, Kaiser Permanente, Google, L’Oréal, and CVS, 7 Hills Productions excels at creating compelling visual stories that drive engagement and brand growth.

Offering full-service video production, the team handles pre-production, filming, and post-production, ensuring seamless execution. Their expertise spans corporate storytelling, social media campaigns, e-commerce videos, and commercial filmmaking.

Trusted by Fortune 500 companies, 7 Hills Productions transforms ideas into visually stunning, impactful content, helping businesses connect with their audiences and elevate their brand presence.

Jane Ives Studio is a unique 2,500 sq ft corner loft in Soho. It features two contrasting spaces: an empty studio with beautifully distressed original peeling paint, a tin ceiling, and walls of windows that flood the space with natural light from its southern and eastern exposures; and a living area with elegantly curated Bohemian-chic rooms, bathed in both eastern and western light.

The studio offers stunning rooftop views and an iconic fire escape. Its 1879 building, complete with an antique lift and wide stairwells, adds to its charm.

Painfully Hip Locations is dedicated to providing unique and inspiring production locations for the film, fashion, beauty, commercial, and TV industries. 

"We've got unique, inspiring, unforgettable production locations that'll make your project pop. We're always on the hunt for the next big thing, and we're committed to making the rental process a breeze.

Let's bring your vision to life."

Michelle Leo Agency is a premier boutique artist agency with offices in New York City and Miami, founded by esteemed artist agent Michelle Leo. Representing an elite roster of photographers, directors, makeup artists, hair stylists, fashion stylists, creative consultants, prop stylists, and manicurists, the agency is dedicated to excellence in fashion, beauty, celebrity, commercial, and advertising. With a strategic and visionary approach, the team cultivates lasting partnerships, guiding talent to create groundbreaking work that defines and elevates the industry.

"Our artists’ expertise is showcased across high-profile campaigns for brands such as Cartier, Jean Dousset, Benari Jewelers, and Bulova, as well as dynamic collaborations with Nike, Puma, Adidas, and legendary athletes like Venus Williams, Tom Brady, and Lionel Messi. Their work extends to magazine covers for Vogue, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and visually compelling music videos with icons like Thalía and Luis Fonsi. At Michelle Leo Agency, we take pride in representing talent who continuously push creative boundaries, leaving a lasting impact on the global stage."

Gabriel Vincent Lucido is an American commercial food photographer.

He is currently working out of his photography studio in Orange County, California.

Collaborating with some of the most well-known brands in the food industry, his photos have been featured in substantial ad campaigns and a variety of packaging designs sold across the US.

His photography is inspired by the nostalgic exaggerated ads of the 90s and early 2000s.

"All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence" - Martin Luther King, Jr.

Cameron is represented by The Gren Group.

Steve Jones specialises in photographing people on location in almost every situation, whether it be corporate, industrial, medical, sports or reportage. With more than 25 years as a freelance photographer, his expertise has focused on creative location lighting often with a small crew that allows him to meet the clients needs for quality and efficiency in a quickly changing business environment.

His passion is capturing real moments with real people creatively on every job. Check out his website to see the vast range of locations and people he has worked with.

Steve Craft has been on a roll with some incredible shoots! He photographed the world’s first brain chip implant patient for the Guardian Saturday cover—straight out of a sci-fi movie, courtesy of Elon Musk’s Neuralink.

Then, he hit the iconic Beverly Hills Hilton to film key players in cybersecurity for OpenText, a Toronto-based IT company. And for a change of scenery, he captured both photos and drone footage of sprawling luxury mansions on the outskirts of Phoenix for the Wall Street Journal. Whether it’s tech, luxury real estate, or big medical milestones, he’s always up for an interesting shoot.

Joseph Keller is a Boston-based food, lifestyle, and Interiors photographer with over 28 years of experience. He has worked with a host of clients including America’s Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, Keurig, Food Network Magazine, and Au Bon Pain. He has shot well over 100 magazine and cookbook covers.

Joseph is equally at home shooting everything from cookbooks to large lifestyle productions in the studio or anywhere on location.

Joseph thrives on the creative process and loves collaborating with clients to create impactful images. He values the contribution of every member of his production team while his clients appreciate his calm demeanor and professionalism.

What’s more USA than USA sports? Joe Scarnici spent the entire summer of 2024 in Paris photographing Team USA at the Olympics—because nothing gets your inner patriot shouting like capturing American athletes going for gold. A seasoned photographer with five Olympic Games under his belt, Joe has built a career documenting the intensity, emotion, and pure grit of world-class athletes.

But 2024 wasn’t just about the Olympics. It’s been a year of pickleball, yoga, and, of course, some good old-fashioned American basketball. Whether courtside, on the field, or in the middle of the action, Joe thrives in high-energy environments where every frame tells a story.

When he’s not behind the lens, you might find him renovating his latest real estate project or trading jokes with his team. But one thing’s for sure—wherever there’s a great story to capture, Joe’s camera is already rolling.

Peter Baiamonte has been working in the New York photo industry since the mid-90s, gaining years of experience working on photo crews before building his own business. His commercial focus is corporate and portrait photography. He views his work as storytelling—whether the story he's telling is of an organisation or an individual. Giving the audience a glimpse of a unique place, or revealing the special personality of his subjects are two of his constant goals. Current clients include regional magazines, investment firms of diverse sizes, and a local hospital.

Peter’s work includes many genres. He is passionate about sports, portraiture, travel, and landscapes. Although based in New York City, he has a second location in the Berkshires and works regularly with clients in both New York and Boston. He has easy access to the entirety of New England and is available to travel worldwide.

Images in this Showcase cover a wide range of work. There's a portrait from Venice; and locations including Antarctica and the Berkshires of western Massachusetts. Some newer work is included: scenes around the office, shot for American Commodities; students learning new trades in union training classes; and a conference on anti-trust law.

"It’s that intangible thing we call 'style'. It’s that metaphysical thing that musicians call 'touch'. You can’t teach it because it’s in your body. I call it 'Visual Signature' and it is the sum of everything this photographer does and knows. I bring every bit of it to the photographic task at hand everyday. It’s adaptable. It’s reliable. It’s fun. It tells a version of the truth based on living evidence. It evolves and changes with each assignment. It’s always there regardless of what gear I use or software I run.

I can safely say I am a 20th century photographer with 21st century tools. That’s good for clients because I bring a perspective and evolved photographic chops that interpret, illustrate, and tell the story of your brand."

Nic Daughtry is an automotive and lifestyle photographer that strives to create authentic and emotionally engaging images. He has a passion for showing how cars allow us to explore and enjoy the world around us.

In December of 2024, Nic photographed a personal project with the VW Atlas featuring a real couple traveling along the coast. He produced this project with his production company after being inspired by the locations and a romance found while passing through the area himself.

Also featured here is a Polestar commissioned editorial in which Nic took the Polestar 2 on a brief road trip around the Colorado mountains. The goal was to show the car in some of the scenic destinations you could go to on a one-charge trip leaving from and returning to Denver.

Lastly, a project for Ford at the press launch of the 2025 Ranger. Nic worked with the agency team and director of the production company to take images of the truck in the surrounding snow covered landscape. Nic’s images were featured on Ford’s IG feed to promote the new Ranger and acquired over 30k likes.

Jenny Barr is a product photographer specialising in clean, minimal, and bold product photography emphasising bright colors. With an MFA in Fine Art Photography, Jenny blends artistic precision with commercial appeal, helping small to medium lifestyle and beauty brands create striking visuals that captivate their audience.

Coming from a family of entrepreneurs with a background in the service industry, Jenny understands the value of customer experience and brand identity. Her approach goes beyond photography—it's about creating compelling imagery that tells a story, builds trust, and elevates brands in a competitive market.

Whether you're launching a new product or refreshing your visual identity, Jenny Barr delivers high-quality, impactful photography that resonates.

Clients: Bronze Cactus, JOVA, Metavo, Nuria Beauty, Veribella, Thundercoffee Milk, Miki Tinelle, MyEyeDr. and Spritzal Cookies.

Sam Adler is a professional food photographer and trained pastry chef known for her vibrant, creative imagery that brings food to life.

With a passion for colour and styling, Sam’s work captures both the visual appeal and emotional connection of food.

Recent projects include creating playful branding images for a coffee shop, photographing a product catalog for a novelty chocolate company, and capturing dynamic food photography for restaurants across South Florida.

Sam’s clients range from nationally recognised brands like Halo Top, Aldi, and Cuisinart to independent restaurants, helping businesses elevate their visual presence through striking, mouthwatering photography.

Kyle David Moreno is an internationally renowned still life photographer with a base in Los Angeles. His expertise lies in capturing exquisite product photography within the realms of fashion, beauty, and beverages.

Graduating with honors, Kyle earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from the prestigious Gayle Garner Roski School of Art and Design at the University of Southern California (USC).

With an unwavering focus on precision, a deep well of technical expertise, and an unbridled imagination, Kyle is an invaluable addition to any business or creative team fortunate enough to collaborate with him.

You can find KDM STUDIOS LA nestled in the heart of Culver City, California.

"In the most basic terms, I click a button to capture a split second in time. In a more complex way, I am a highly detail oriented and technical photographer with a fanatical approach to composition, colour, execution and technique. Be it capturing the jumpers of Vanuatu Islands, a car shoot for Aston Martin Logonda or the latest Nike Kobe shoes, I am relying on over 20 years of photography experience to meticulously execute the vision of the client in the highest resolution possible, on time and on budget. As an ambassador to Phase One cameras, I am creating my work on the world’s most advanced camera system, with 151 mega pixels at my disposal to tell a story with each image produced.

When not on a client shoot, I can be found in my custom built studio working on multiple projects in different stages of production and experimentation. Creatively envisioning concepts for a shoot and problem solving real time issues to successfully achieve that shoot are one of my favorite and most rewarding things to do. Trying to create something different, repeatedly testing it and finding solutions to complicated technical challenges allows me to stay creatively sharp and continue to produce exclusively unique campaigns for my clients."

Chad Dennis is a commercial portrait photographer based in Atlantic Beach, FL, specialising in capturing people, faces, and stories.

Recently, Chad wrapped up large-scale productions for the Jacksonville Symphony and the law firm Farah & Farah. He also photographed an international campaign for Buffet Crampon, featuring Joël Vaisse and his new signature line of trombones—where his portraits served as the campaign’s key imagery.

One of Chad’s greatest strengths is his ability to connect with people and brands to create purposeful, impactful visuals that reinforce brand identity. As a fully mobile photographer, he is currently in pre-production for upcoming shoots in San José, Cincinnati, and Las Vegas.

Matt Anderson, a California-based photographer, continues to push creative boundaries with bold, atmospheric imagery in the world of wine, spirits, and luxury branding.

This latest Showcase highlights his recent work with Freakshow Wines and George T. Stagg Bourbon—an electrifying blend of storytelling, color, and dramatic lighting that brings these brands to life. From surreal circus-inspired sets to moody, fire-lit bourbon shots, Matt's expertise in shaping immersive, cinematic visuals ensures his clients' products stand out.

Whether shooting high-end spirits or capturing stunning architecture, Matt’s refined eye for composition and lighting helps brands tell their story with precision and impact.

Check out his latest work at his website or follow along on Instagram.

Matt Zugale’s photography pulls you into the moment— portraits, lifestyle, and commercial work merge with honesty and integrity. Inspired by the energy of locations and people, his images play with light, and motion capturing unfiltered stories through authentic collaboration.

Based in Philadelphia, Matt works with a diverse mix of national and international clients, from industry giants like Millennium Management, Burger King, and Lavazza to local staples like City Fitness, Philly Mag, and The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. His portfolio balances spontaneity and professionalism, earning the trust of clients year after year.

From finance firms to summer art camps and global brands, Matt brings an approachable, intuitive style to every project, ensuring each image reflects the energy of its people and places.

Explore his portfolio and experience the warmth and depth of his work. Visit his website and collaborate today!

Ella Sophie is a top commercial photographer known for her refined aesthetics, attention to detail, and mastery of light. Based in Northern California, she works across the U.S., Canada, the EU, and the UAE, bringing a sophisticated, modern approach to architecture, portraiture, and product photography.

Her work seamlessly blends art, design, and branding strategy, creating compelling visuals that go beyond traditional photography. Whether crafting highly curated still life compositions or elegant, conceptual portraits, Ella’s imagery evokes emotion, exclusivity, and brand storytelling.

Specialising in luxury and mission-driven brands, she pushes creative boundaries, infusing editorial and advertising projects with the depth and creativity of fine art. Ella Sophie doesn’t just capture products—she elevates brands, fosters connection, and transforms imagery into powerful narratives.

Mitchel has done over hundred covers, a thousand editorial pages, ads, and web pages, created two best-selling coffee table books, had several NYC (and elsewhere) art gallery shows, and a bunch of videos – all with spectacular athletes, actors, and models.

But for this edition he is doing something different. Throughout his career, whenever he has been on location he has enjoyed shooting images of the places he has been – landscapes- and now he has decided to share a few. All the Bodies - 'In Action', 'At Rest', and 'Intertwined' are still his main focus, as are the portraits of celebrities, athletes, models, performers, and real people. And they are always viewable at the links below.

The 'Bodies in Action' photos feature pro athletes, film and TV stunt people, and spectacular dancers from great companies. Note that in each photo that appears to have more than one person in it, it is actually the same person in tandem with themselves.

Follow Mitchel on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook to see his latest work, and check his previous Production Paradise features to see a selection of images.

Mitchel’s video partner is Sam Schmitz.