HS-R London Ltd is a premier post-production studio specialising in high-end fashion, beauty, and advertising imagery. Founded and led by Hide Shimamura, a Senior Digital Photo Retoucher and Creative Director with over 15 years of experience, we deliver visual excellence for the world’s most prestigious luxury brands and editorial publications.
Our Expertise We offer a bespoke approach to retouching, focusing on craft, precision, and a deep understanding of visual storytelling. Our specialisms include:
• High-End Beauty & Fashion Retouching: Detailed skin and fabric work that maintains a natural, high-quality finish.
• Colour Grading & Correction: Expert colour management for both digital and print processes.
• Creative Compositing: Complex background construction and image finishing for advertising and art projects.
• Collaborative Workflow: We work closely with photographers, art directors, and creative teams to manage end-to-end post-production, ensuring the artistic vision is realised to the highest standard.
Selected Clients & Brands Our portfolio includes some of the most iconic names in the industry:
• Luxury & Fashion: Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Balenciaga, Burberry, Jil Sander, Chloé, Loewe, Givenchy, Dior Lee, and Maison Kitsuné.
• Beauty & Commercial: L’Oréal, Google Pixel, Ferrari, Nike, and Selfridges.
• Editorial: British Vogue, Vogue Italia, AnOther, Dazed, Numéro, Harper’s Bazaar, GQ, and Wallpaper*.
Our Philosophy At HS-R, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail and calmness under pressure. Whether working to international schedules or tight deadlines, we remain dedicated team players committed to finding creative solutions for every project. With a background in Fine Art Photography, Hide Shimamura ensures every image is handled with the sensitivity and technical skill required for high-end creative collaborations and exhibitions.