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In this vibrant, light-filled image, we see the pure embodiment of childhood power — the kind that springs from imagination, confidence, and unshakable belief.
A young boy stands boldly in a playful superhero costume, complete with a striped crown, blue mask, and a flowing cape that catches the light just right. His posture is proud, his little smirk, eye expression and his presence: commands the room — not through strength, but through fearless creativity.
He doesn't just dream of his super powers, he beliefs he already has them! And that within itself is a superpower and the key to success!
The image is more than a playful dress-up of a super hero. It’s a declaration: Power comes in many different forms! Power isn’t always physically seen, it’s felt in not only the fearless imagination but the belief that it's already achieved. It's a tribute to the inner power of every child, thus highlighting a deeper truth: Before strength comes vision. Before leadership comes imagination. And before greatness real power begins with self-belief; that quiet confidence that say: “I can.” "I already am."
Note from the photographer: I proudly directed my model and lit the subject and surroundings with all the knowledge and experience I have gained in my photography path.(in a time pressured environment!) For me this images is a combination of all my talents.
The strength of the image convince us that this boy WILL achieve his goals! All the aspects that makes a story telling image, works!
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with the amazing @Lehlohonolo and @Jonnybarberjoel and real life little daughter as cast
MARKETING CAMPAIGN FOR @NETFLIXMENA WITH PRESENTERS: Elham Ali and Khaled Saqer
Client- @qnbgroup
Agency- Pitch Sports
Prod House- @stink_paris
Directors- @theyouth_company
Servicing PH- @thetalkies Dubai
Stills photographer- Celeste van Rooyen photography
HONDA : CAR CAMPAIGN
Project: Full Advertising Stills on set Campaign OOH & online
Client- @lambwestonarabia
Agency - C2 Communications
Prod House - Electric Lime Films
AD - George Tumbler
Stills photographer & Post Production - Celeste van Rooyen photography
"KIDS AND ANIMALS"... they say! - BUT WHAT FABULOUS CAST!
Client- Almarai | ALYOUM
Agency- Wunderman
Prod House- Big Kahuna
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—get in touch for the midjourney | ChatGpt work - only available on pdf : /IMAGINE...
"READY, SET, SUMMER!"
STILLS ON TVC SET - BILLBOARD, SOCIAL MEDIA AND PRINT
CLIENT: MAX FASHION @MAXFASHIONMENA
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Dubai Adventures for the Indonesian Tourism Market with @marshatimothy and @visitdubai - see the video
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THE VIEW THE PALM
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ADVERTISING PHOTOGRAPHY & DIRECTING
CLIENT: @OMANTEL
AGENCY: @PRODIGIOUS
STILLS ON SET FOR DOVE MIDDLE EAST AND PHILLIPPINES CAMPAIGN - WORKING WITH THIS BRAND'S MOTTO: EXPERT DIRECTING NATURAL WOMEN TO FEEL COMFORTABLE IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA
STILLS CAMPAIGN DOVE PHILIPPINES & MIDDLE EAST 2019
POST PRODUCTION ONLY
DIGITAL BILLBOARD SHOT - IPHONE 13
@ADIDASDXB - WINNER OF VARIOUS CANNES LION AWARDS
ON SET STILLS: ADVERTISING - RUSSIA
AGENCY: FILMS
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BEAUTIFULLY DIRECTED AND PHOTOGRAPHED CINEMAGRAPHS ADVERTISING LUXURY ACCESSORIES AND MAKING YOU FEEL
RECENT STOP MOTION FOR A LUXURY ACCESSORY BRAND - SHOT AND DIRECTED BY CELESTE VAN ROOYEN PHOTOGRAPHY - IPA Honourable award 2019
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