2027 WRC Season Preliminary Offer
Who We Are
We both hold engineering degrees and have worked for around 10 years as mechanical engineers, in the railway and nuclear industries.
We both caught the rally bug in 2004, when we first attended Rally Germany, which was held close to where we live in France. Our passion for the sport grew year after year, alongside our interest in photography, eventually leading us to attend more and more European WRC events.
Our first assignment followed, working for renowned Italian photographer Germano Gritti, the ACI Junior program, DPPI and Hyundai, for whom we provided additional action coverage during several European rounds in 2017. After self-publishing our first book in 2020, we began full-seasons assignment with Hyundai from 2021, taking turns to cover the events, with only one of us attending each rally.
Our involvement with Hyundai has expanded over the years to include off-event activities (studio shoots, testing sessions, etc.), as well as endurance racing and touring car events.
Romain & Vincent Thuillier
Foreword
The following page aims to showcase the value we can bring to a team through photography, while highlighting some of our best shots from over the years. This section is divided into several themes, each highlighting a different aspect of what we aim to capture when photographing an event.
It is followed by a preliminary estimate of our rates and fees for the 2027 season.
This page is unlisted, meaning it is only accessible to those who have been given the link.
Show the action
Action shots are at the heart of rally photography. We always look for opportunities to capture the cars in spectacular situations, using both panning and frozen shots. Jumps, water splashes, mud baths, rutted corners… there is no shortage of possibilities.
Tell the human stories beyond the results
Capturing the reactions and emotions of crews is just as important as capturing the action itself, whether for social media or press purposes. These moments are often overlooked, yet photography is one of the best ways to convey the human side of the sport.
Picture cars in places like nowhere else
The WRC offers unique settings for car photography, from colourful landscapes and dramatic mountains to picturesque villages. We deliberately seek out these backdrops as well as the local cultures and people that make each rally unique in order to create images that help manufacturers showcase their cars in different markets and reach audiences beyond traditional motorsport fans.
Get up close and personal with the fans
From huge crowds lining the stages to fan activities in the service park and encounters along road sections, rallying brings competitors and passionate fans closer than in most other motorsports. Showing this enthusiasm helps teams and manufacturers highlight the popularity of the sport and demonstrate the enthusiasm surrounding the brand.
Witness the drama on road sections
A competitor’s story cannot be reduced to a time on the leaderboard. Beyond the stages, countless moments reveal the true nature of rallying, on road sections for instance: preparation, focus, repairs, teamwork, and every unexpected detail that become part of the story.
Shine a light on the unsung heroes
The WRC is a great showcase of automotive expertise. Watching a team replace an engine in under 45 minutes is more than a technical achievement: it shows engineering skills, teamwork and resilience. These moments provide manufacturers with powerful storytelling opportunities that no traditional advertising campaign can replicate.
Build the personalities of the team
We have had several opportunities to photograph Hyundai/Genesis drivers and co-drivers in studio settings, allowing us to create more deliberate and creative portraits. Even though it is difficult to build such a studio on the rallies directly, it shows the creative potential that goes beyond the candid portraits captured during events.
Go all-in on social media content
Our approach goes beyond simply providing image production services: we also contribute to creative ideas for social media content. These examples show concepts we developed for Hyundai's social channels. While some were produced off-event (during pre-season shoots or PETs), there are plenty of opportunities to create engaging content during events themselves. Other concepts may not even require a dedicated shoot, but simply some creative post-production work.
Create value for automotive manufacturers
The following examples again showcase content created during pre-season sessions, highlighting the visual opportunities for manufacturers to go beyond the editorial-style images of the cars captured on the stages. This is particularly relevant for car and livery reveals, which are key moments for engaging with fans.
Go premium or go home
Premium perception starts with premium visuals. The quality of the final imagery directly influences how a brand is perceived, shaping not only its image but also its value. The way a product is presented is just as important as the product itself. Photography should not simply document the sport — it should help define its visual identity.
Our strengths
Extensive WRC experience
Proven experience working with a manufacturer
Creative approach, fresh perspectives
Deliverables
Full coverage during the event (following the variety of previous galleries)
Specific requests from the team, sponsors and partners
Ideas and production of creative social media content
Daytime upload, full evening delivery
Our proposal
One dedicated photographer for the full 2027 season
€65,000 (based on an initial cost estimate - breakdown: €3,900 / European event, €5,000 / Overseas)
Includes fees and all travel expenses, excluding accommodation