Daily news from our Production Paradise members https://www.productionparadise.com Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:54:09 FeedCreator 1.7.2 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/lule-production-63531.html At Lule Production, a service company based in Torino, Alessandra Richiardi embodies a refined balance between structure and spontaneity. She approaches each project with a producer’s discipline and a storyteller’s sensibility, shaping visual narratives that feel both intentional and effortless. With more than a decade of experience across stills and moving image, Alessandra has developed a distinct ability to translate creative direction into tangible, well-orchestrated productions. Her work is defined by precision, from budgeting and logistics to casting and location management, yet she leaves space for the unexpected, understanding that the most compelling images often emerge in those unscripted moments. Her international outlook, supported by collaborations in Dubai, Spain, South Africa, China, and England, reflects a practice rooted in Italian craftsmanship yet open to global perspectives. In Lule Production’s hands, production becomes more than coordination: it becomes curation.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:33:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/lule-production-63531.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/courage-production-film-and-photo-production-63812.html Courage Production is a full-service film and photo production company based in Milan, operating across Italy with its own 300 sqm studio, Spazio Sannio. As a primary production partner and full-service provider, the company delivers end-to-end execution for global brands, managing complex location logistics, municipal permits and top-tier Milan-based crews. Recent projects highlight their expertise across northern Italy. For Tommy Hilfiger, Courage Production delivered production service on Lake Maggiore, securing a historic villa near Stresa and a vintage Riva boat with director Jasper de Kloet and photographer Rasmus Weng Karlsen, starring footballer Marco Asensio. Commissioned by agency Hypemaker (Hypebeast) for Kappa x Budweiser, the team managed full line production, sourcing countryside locations and securing police street-blocking permits. In Milan, Courage produced for Prada, coordinating exclusive private locations and VIP wardrobe fittings for global ambassador Yang Mi.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:23:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/courage-production-film-and-photo-production-63812.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/mm-productions-63869.html MM Productions are your visual story creative architects, and your go-to team for world-class photography and video. Their services include logistics, equipment rental, location scouting, crew hiring, casting, catering, accommodation, and transportation for photo, video, and events. Additionally, MM Productions provides full live-streaming services for any requirement, anywhere. "We cater to the luxury and fashion industries, collaborating with top-notch photographers and delivering niche equipment for diverse needs. Our forte lies in seamless location scouting, ensuring all necessary permits, and tackling challenges for flawless shoots. We are tech trendsetters, always equipped with the latest cameras mere days after launch. At MM Productions, success is about exceeding expectations—transforming concepts into reality. Whether it's shooting scenes by the Colosseum or creating dynamic fashion campaigns, our dedication to precision and innovation sets us apart. Imagine the best, we’ll take care of the rest!"]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:13:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/mm-productions-63869.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/sicily-productions-64240.html "You can't generate the smell of sea salt and espresso at 6 a.m. in Italy. You have to be there!" For over 25 years, Sicily Productions has brought brands to Italy. Based in Sicily, Sardinia and Milan, they know Italy like a friend's house: the shortcuts, the hidden villages, the spots nobody has shot yet. And when the brief leaves Italy, so do they. Real places, real people, real texture. With money tighter and briefs bigger, they make every shoot day count. They handle budgets, permits, scouting, equipment, travel, accommodation, and catering, so nothing is wasted and nothing catches you off guard. Then there's the team: a small, sharp crew of producers and coordinators who fix problems before you spot them, with day-one energy on day 12. They've shot alongside Vogue, Aritzia, Zara, Dolce & Gabbana, Chloé, Zimmermann, J.Crew, Giorgio Armani, Anthropologie, Max Mara, Drôle de Monsieur, BOSS, Marie Claire, Elle, Pandora, Arket, Adidas, Jeep, and many more. Get your quote within 24 hours. Visit the website or call +39 347 688 1606.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:03:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/sicily-productions-64240.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/scenari-production-64678.html Scenari Production is one of Italy and Sicily’s longest-established production companies, bringing 30 years of experience to international clients seeking reliability, expert problem-solving, and seamless execution. The team recently supported the local production of Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey for Universal Pictures, building on landmark projects such as The Saints Part 2, produced by Martin Scorsese. Born and based in Sicily, Scenari operates throughout Italy, from Milan, Turin, Rome, and Venice to premium destinations including Tuscany, Sardinia, Apulia, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast. Its extensive location database and trusted local network ensure smooth productions, as demonstrated by the Tod’s Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, photographed by Alasdair McLellan. Recent and upcoming projects include the 2027 Buccellati Jewellery campaign with Josh Olins, the latest Dolce & Gabbana fragrance campaign featuring Theo James, and a prestigious production for Belmond Hotels with Tara L.C. Sood. Passionate about collaboration, Scenari Production creates the ideal conditions for successful productions and an exceptional Italian experience.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:53:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/scenari-production-64678.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/contesti-photographers-64660.html Contesti SRL is an Italy-based creative production company representing a curated roster of photographers, directors and visual artists working across lifestyle, fashion and advertising, as well as a management and service provider in Italy for all foreign photographers. From photography and video production to branded content and editorial projects, Contesti connects international brands, agencies and creative teams with exceptional visual talent in Italy and beyond. With a strong understanding of both creative development and production, the company provides tailored support throughout the entire process, from casting and location scouting to pre-production, shooting, post-production and final delivery. Working with both established and emerging photographers and directors, Contesti builds the right creative team for every project, bringing together talent, local knowledge and seamless production management. The result is a flexible and collaborative approach designed to meet the needs of global campaigns, advertising productions, editorials and branded content. Based in Italy and connected to an international creative network, Contesti is a trusted partner for photography and video production, helping brands and agencies create authentic imagery with a refined, contemporary aesthetic.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:43:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/contesti-photographers-64660.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/face-and-place-64701.html Chiara Brambilla is a Milan-based location manager and head of the Location department at Face & Place, with over 20 years of experience in scouting and managing locations for film, television, advertising, fashion and events. Working throughout Italy, Chiara and her team support Italian and international productions from the initial creative brief and location research through to permits, logistics and on-set management. Her recent work includes The Devil Wears Prada 2, alongside numerous commercials and fashion productions for some of the world’s most prestigious brands. Working across Milan and Northern Italy, her approach combines a deep knowledge of the territory with an extensive network of private locations, institutions and local authorities. For Chiara, location management is about more than finding the right place: it is about understanding a story and finding the space that can bring it to life.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:33:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/face-and-place-64701.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/studio-orizzonte-gallery-64737.html Studio Orizzonte Gallery is a centre of excellence dedicated to photography, video, visual communication, and the promotion of contemporary art. Founded in 1989 by photographer Antonio Barrella, it began as a professional studio specialising in image production for high-end companies, with particular experience in the luxury, fashion, and jewellery sectors. In 2019, Studio Orizzonte Gallery was opened, a multipurpose space designed to host exhibitions, cultural events, conferences, and meetings, becoming a hub for the dialogue between photography, art, and contemporary creativity. In 2018, Antonio's daughter Simona Barrella, a professional photographer with a degree from the IED, joined the studio, contributing to the artistic and design continuity of the business. Specialising in still life, corporate, and reportage photography, Simona has expanded the dialogue with new emerging brands in the jewellery and portraiture sectors, supporting her father in the creative and cultural development of the gallery. Collaborations include Bvlgari, Ferragamo, Brioni, Swarovski, Valentino, Gattinoni, Unilever, Poligrafico Dello Stato, Peroni, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:23:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/studio-orizzonte-gallery-64737.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/iclic-64966.html iCLIC is a Milan-based art collective working at the intersection of culture, fashion and contemporary image-making. iCLIC develops cultural projects first: films, photography, editorials, publishing, digital, print, social and live experiences. iCLIC operates as a flexible creative unit, bringing together a long-standing team of artists and collaborators who have developed a shared visual language through years of experimentation across art, fashion, advertising and contemporary culture. Its work moves naturally between cultural and commercial contexts, collaborating with magazines, brands and production companies while preserving an independent, research-driven perspective. iCLIC is allergic to the word 'storytelling': if an image doesn't tell a story, for iCLIC it isn't even an image.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:13:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/iclic-64966.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/wildframe-64991.html Wildframe is a Milan-based creative production company founded by two siblings, Bianca and Tommaso Haimann, and driven by curiosity, bold ideas and a passion for pushing boundaries. Operating freely between fashion, luxury, beauty, and advertising, Wildframe brings together different disciplines to create distinctive work with a strong visual identity. From films and advertising campaigns to photography and fashion events, Wildframe embraces every medium as an opportunity to experiment, challenge conventions and tell stories in unexpected ways. With projects for luxury brands like Moncler, Zegna, Stone Island, and Armani, to commercial clients such as McDonald’s, Boggi, and Nespresso, the company has developed a multidisciplinary approach that combines creative freedom, visual experimentation and a sharp attention to production. More than a production company, Wildframe is a space where ideas evolve, disciplines collide and ambitious visions come to life. "As wild as it should be."]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:03:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/wildframe-64991.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/luminosa-production-gmbh-65059.html "Luminosa Production is based in Lugano, Switzerland, just across the border from Italy. From the very beginning, we have been producing in Italy as well. Over the years, our network has grown, and our location archive has expanded to include extraordinary places, all the way from the Dolomites to Sicily. Milan, Rome, Venice, Tuscany, Sardinia, Puglia — and beyond. Dream it. Name it. We’ll take you there. With Luminosa Production, Italy is your set. Let’s find your next extraordinary location.  Luminosa Production is like a perfectly crafted cocktail: Swissness, German precision and punctuality, shaken with a generous splash of Italian charm and a touch of dolce vita. Luminosa Production - We are also Italy".]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:53:37 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/italy-issue-1031-2333/luminosa-production-gmbh-65059.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/katrin-winner-64005.html Katrin Winner is a specialist in food and product stills, working on photo shoots for publishing houses, magazines, and agencies. She runs her own photo studio in Munich, which has a fully equipped kitchen that enables highly professional productions, as well as close collaboration with an experienced team of freelance food stylists and prop stylists. The equipped kitchen includes an extensive selection of props and backgrounds to develop individual and versatile projects. Katrin is a passionate storyteller. She creates unique image styles with natural light and creative lighting setups. Additionally, she has expanded her traditional photography skills to include videography. Katrin recently worked with well-known clients such as burgerme GmbH, Dorling Kindersley Verlag GmbH, and Switzerland Cheese Marketing GmbH. Follow her on Instagram to see her latest work.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:45:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/katrin-winner-64005.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/per-schorn-64021.html "I’ve got pictures to prove I was there. But you don’t care." A line borrowed from The Get Up Kids’ song Out of reach. What a fun year Per Schorn had so far! Whether he was photographing former football player Chris Kramer for national campaigns or shooting the brand-new music video for the Frankfurt based punk band THE PILL—in between, he visited the famous watch collector John Goldberger in his home town Bologna, photographing him for Leica Watches. Hip-Hop artist Aisha Vibes was photographed in Heidelberg and Per met Samy Deluxe twice this year to portray him in different settings. And there’s still more: painters Frank Arnold and Mark Gabriel, whose portraits Per took in Mexico while he was there on an artist residency, as well as his latest series, Curious Mannequins. Stay tuned for what’s coming next.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:35:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/per-schorn-64021.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/sophia-hunnekens-64620.html Sophia Hünnekens is a sport, lifestyle, and fashion photographer based between Munich and Cape Town. Her photography brings a strong fashion perspective into the outdoors, combining natural environments with authentic movement and emotion. Light is central to her visual language, creating atmosphere and giving each story its own identity. Growing up in the Alps shaped both her eye and the way she works. At ease in demanding terrain, she has an instinct for reading landscapes, finding unexpected perspectives and adapting to unpredictable conditions. Her connection to people is just as essential, resulting in images that feel direct, physical and genuine while retaining a distinct editorial quality. From January onwards, Sophia will be back in South Africa, offering European brands the opportunity to produce their summer campaigns early in the season.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:25:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/sophia-hunnekens-64620.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/andy-raesch-64740.html Working with Andy Räsch means more than hiring a photographer—it means gaining a creative production partner who makes brands stand out and brings them to life. Based in Karlsruhe, Andy combines professional photography, cinematic video production, and innovative AI-generated images and clips to create compelling visual content tailored to each brand. Whether it’s carefully crafted studio photography or authentic on-location productions, every project is designed to communicate messages effectively and present brands in a distinctive way. From products and people to complete brand experiences, creative ideas are transformed into expressive imagery and engaging motion content with character. By combining photographic expertise with modern production techniques and the creative possibilities of artificial intelligence, Andy delivers versatile, high-quality visual solutions that capture attention, strengthen brand identities, and tell stories in a memorable way. Have a project in mind, need a tailored quote, or have any questions? Feel free to get in touch with Andy Räsch directly.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:15:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/andy-raesch-64740.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/aj-commercial-64793.html Andreas Jörg is a photographer and director based in southern Germany, specialising in watches and jewellery. His work spans precise product imagery, macro studies, atmospheric still lifes, and sculptural compositions shaped by light, colour, and material. Across photography and film, he develops a visual language for crafted objects. His clients range from large international brands such as TAG Heuer to smaller independent manufacturers such as Mühle-Glashütte. For Andreas, watches and jewellery are more than luxury objects: they are concentrated expressions of human culture, bringing together design, engineering, material knowledge, and craftsmanship. His photography and films aim to reveal these qualities, using the microcosm of the object as a space for visual invention. Light, colour, reflections, scale, and movement become expressive elements, transforming mechanisms, surfaces, and rhythms into images that extend beyond documentation. From intricate movements to polished surfaces, his work explores how lighting, composition, and perspective can translate craftsmanship into a strong contemporary image.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:05:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/aj-commercial-64793.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/monday-in-may-64882.html "Autumn is settling in, with cooler days ahead while summer’s warmth still lingers. This transition between seasons offers a moment to reflect on recent experiences and look forward to what comes next. In this Showcase, we revisit summer highlights and welcome new adventures. If you are curious about our photographers and wish to see more of their captivating work, visit our website, and please do not hesitate to contact us."]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:55:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/monday-in-may-64882.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/rainer-hackl-64928.html Rainer doesn’t create optical decoration. He creates visual arguments. Whether it’s engineers building tomorrow’s technology, executives shaping businesses, or athletes pushing their limits, his photography turns people, skills and ambition into powerful visual stories. Based in Munich, Rainer works with companies, agencies and brands to create corporate, industrial and sports imagery that does more than look good. It builds credibility, strengthens brands and gives marketing and communication teams the visual assets they need to make an impact. His background as an art director and graphic designer means he understands both sides of the brief: creating the image and knowing what that image needs to achieve. Images with a job to do - for strong people and authentic brands.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:45:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/rainer-hackl-64928.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/jule-keil-64930.html Jule Keil is a photographer specialising in still life, beauty, commercial and editorial photography in Hamburg. Inspired by nostalgia and as a tribute to everyday life, she works with teams both large and small to create sensual, powerful visuals and craft stories for brands. Jule develops concepts in collaboration with the brands and looks forward to working with clients who share her aesthetic vision.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:35:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/jule-keil-64930.html https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/juni-fotografen-64967.html It’s been a year of books, shoots and new projects for Julia & Nikolas. A big part of 2026 has been spent shooting and producing books, most recently 360 Grad by Katherina Raue and Tim Raue, which has just celebrated its launch. And there’s already another cookbook in the making. On the commercial side, Julia & Nikolas have just wrapped shoots for Dennree and Rausch, with current projects for Villeroy & Boch and Disney coming up – alongside their ongoing work across food, people and lifestyle. Personal work remains part of the mix, too. Nikolas is currently showing work at Bethanien in Berlin.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:25:53 https://www.productionparadise.comshowcase/germany-issue-1030-2332/juni-fotografen-64967.html