The photo speaks volumes. While crowds of photographers are cordoned off in the designated press area, one is squarely positioned on the red carpet: Christof R. Sage, the people photographer. “feine adressen” Stuttgart is one of Christof Sage’s passions. As editor-in-chief and publisher every single issue represents a new challenge.

In his career he has photographed many famous celebrities from the world of politics, finance, culture and show business: Sean Connery, Michail Gorbachew, Helmut Kohl, Gerhard Schröder, Michael Schumacher, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bill Clinton, Prince Albert, Tom Jones, Michael Douglas, the Dalai Lama, Angela Merkel, Lisa Minelli, Hugh Grant, Morgan Freeman and even our retired Pope Benedict XVI. He is a fixture at many major international events and occasions: from the Oscar and Golden Globe award ceremonies in Los Angeles and company launches in Japan, China, Brazil and India, trips with the Federal President of Germany or former German chancellor Helmut Kohl, international motor presentations to the private family celebration at ex-Daimler boss Jürgen Schrempp. Local VIPs are also keen to book him, for wherever he goes, he is a welcome guest and photographer. He is part of the scene; his name has mean- while assumed trademark status. Clients know that a photo will never be published if they do not wish so. Discretion is part of the service and the photographer’s livelihood depends upon it. There is no such thing as an unflattering photo.

“Even if the tabloid press were to give me a great deal of money for a compromising photo, I would decline their offer. I respect the trust people place in me,” says Christof Sage. Christof is popular for good reason. He is always immaculately groomed; and directors of the board and service personnel alike enjoy his polite manners.