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Mercedes-Benz G-Class / shot for Mercedes-Benz / Andalusia, Spain

DNA photographers For MERCEDES-BENZ: THE G-CLASS

We’ve shot a lot of “Mercs”, but never the G-Class! So finally, a few months back we spent a week in Andalusia, the south of Spain. Starting from Malaga, we went on a 5-day road trip to shoot this orange rusty beast dream car. It was a super fun production with a great team. One thing though is for sure: challenging weather for four days, the rainiest shoot of our career. What an adventure!
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Reel on the left: Unleash the spirit of exploration and head to the most challenging of destinations. The G-Class is prepared for what lies ahead, even in the dark. Reel as seen here.

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Getting off the beaten track. The G-Class in its element.

Produced and shot for Mercedes-Benz. As seen here.

If you cannot get enough, Mercedes-Benz even took a behind-the-scenes video of us. View here.
Also, if you’re a big G-Class fan, you must sign up (it’s free) and check out the G-Class Private Lounge that has loads of things on offer: an interview with us, playlists, wallpapers, filters etc.

Join us for a short drive into the stunning countryside.

Produced and shot for Mercedes-Benz. As seen on Mercedes-Benz’ Instagram.

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Tobie & his Fox-Body Mustang / Cederberg, South Africa

[automotive] A cowboy and his horses.
Tobie and his Fox-Body Mustang in the Cederberg (South Africa). Shot yesterday.

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Mercedes-Benz eVito Panel Van / shot for Mercedes-Benz Vans / Berlin, Germany

[automotive] The new Mercedes-Benz eVito Electric Panel Van is 100% fully electric, it’s a game changer. We took the Mercedes-Benz eVito through Berlin shooting it in action with the big city being the backdrop. The eVito is made for entrepreneurs who are on the move. Our pictures are shot for the social media accounts etc. of Mercedes-Benz vans and associates.

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Audi 2022 campaign / shot for Audi South Africa / Johannesburg, South Africa

[commercial] We shot the Audi 2022 campaign for Audi South Africa. Fabulous locations in Johannesburg: seriously out-of-this-world safari and nature experiences and a fabulous crew made this one fun. The images are used all over the Audi South Africa website, their Audi freeway, maintenance and service plans as well as social media, etc.

Production: Artists & Legends
Agency: Ogilvy

Mercedes-Benz E300 cabriolet / shot for Mercedes-Benz / road trip Denmark

DNA rules for a good & meaningful road trip:

1. Take the long road.
2. Speed does not matter.
3. Stop and turn around for things/places etc. that look interesting.
4. Make time and talk to people.

… road tripping a few weeks back in Denmark for Mercedes-Benz in the new E 300 Cabriolet.
We produced stills (scroll down, please) and video and had a blast.

“See others as yourself. See families as your family. See towns as your town. See countries as your country. See worlds as your world.” ~ Laozi

E300 roadtrip in Denmark: From Above

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class / shot for High Life, British Airways inflight magazine

{commercial / editorial} We loved driving and shooting the new Mercedes-Benz C-class for the latest High Life, the British Airways inflight magazine. Pick up a copy on-board or in an airport lounge. It’s a top notch mag!

Subaru XV / shot for Subaru Southern Africa / Cape Town, South Africa

{automotive} A fun lifestyle/car shoot for Subaru. We really enjoyed shooting and driving the Subaru XV earlier this year. What a slick cat! Thank you Subaru Southern Africa! DNA

Porsche GT2RS / shot for TopGear South Africa [July 2018]

{editorial} We shot the fastest production car ever made (if you use the Nürburgring as a benchmark) for TopGear South Africa. The rain came down in buckets and we love the dramatic effect it gave the pictures! We blasted through Franchhoek towards Stanford, then back to Cape Town via Kleinmond. I have never ever felt so much power on four wheels, unreal. The new GT2RS makes mince meat out of ALL the supercars and hypercars ever made. DNA – Desmond

TechPro Safari’s new 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers / Namibia

{commercial} TechPro Safari flew us in to Namibia to shoot their new fleet of amazing Toyota Land Cruisers. We were accompanied by the two owners of the company and a tour guide. What a privilege and what fun! We came back with amazing photos and even better memories. We love Nam!

ISUZU KB300 / shot for ISUZU Motors South Africa / Namibia

{commercial} Two weeks ago we were road tripping through Namibia, this time for fun and games with a bit of work in between. Thank you so much ISUZU South Africa for making the ride effortless for us. Our trusty KB300 was gripping all the way!

ISUZU MU-X / shot for ISUZU Motors South Africa / Port Elizabeth, South Africa

{commercial} We popped down to Port Elizabeth again for a quick shoot of the ISUZU MU-X. Nice locations, cool company and awesome weather were on our side. Thanks ISUZU for the opportunity!

ISUZU MU-X & ISUZU X-Rider / shot for ISUZU Motors South Africa / Port Elizabeth, South Africa

{automotive} ISUZU’s MU-X and X-Rider were just launched in South Africa. A few weeks ago I packed my bags and flew to PE for a short visit to take the press shots of these awesome cars. DNA – Desmond

Porsche GT3 991.2 / shot in Cape Town, South Africa

{automotive} Shooting a Porsche GT3 991.2 on home soil was so much fun. Thanks Jean for the awesome afternoon!

Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars Calendar 2018 / shot in Spain

{automotive} In July we got a call from Mercedes-Benz Germany. They told us that they love our natural style of taking photos and they would love for us to be part of the international 2018 Mercedes-Benz passenger cars calendar.

Five other car photographers from all around the world were selected for this collaboration. Each photographer got a country and a car. We got the GLC and Spain. We decided to go up country to the lesser traveled north and east. Our main spot was Bardenas Reales, a semi-desert natural region.

We are super honoured to have been part of this, it was definitely a 2017 highlight.

You can buy the calendar here.

Have a look at the photographs used and some behind-the-scenes shots.

“The Mercedes-Benz 2018 passenger car calendar takes you for a ride with the new EQ Power vehicles. Look forward to the fascinating trip with #MBSocialCar photographers and allow yourself to become inspired for 12 entire months.”

Sani Pass WOW Ride / shot for Bicycling Magazine

{editorial} The next WOW Ride just dropped and it’s a goodie! Sani Pass was amazing once again. This might have been the last time I saw it untarred. Shot for Bicycling Magazine SA. Read the full article here.

Range Rover SVO pack – TVC commercial shoot in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

{commercial} Last month we shot for Range Rover in Dubai. They launched the new SVO pack. These shots were taken during the TVC shoot.