still life photography Oct 2021

A day off for Alex is either spent in the mountains or in his studio. And when it's studio, it is spent sculpting with light.

Still life photography has been a passion as long as Alex has been shooting, often working with flowers, old toys or objects he finds wandering through town. He relishes is the textures light can bring out, the shapes and shadows cast, and the colours highlighted.

Over the years he has shot for a number of designers and boutiques in Vancouver and his still life photography has been exhibited up and down the west coast.

Photographer and director Amy Currell was born in East London, where she lives and works. Her still life photography and moving image is shot through a distinctively female lens, and each frame is composed with thoughtfulness and grace – artfully juxtaposing colour and texture, shape and shadow.

Expanding in her role as a director, Amy works with the newest motion control cameras to give any moving image elements of the work an edge, giving the same poise and polish to her film that you’ll find in her photography.

Her shoot production is seamless and highly technical, meaning the studio can adapt quickly to an evolving industry, and also turn out a range of deliverables in a single day – never compromising on aesthetic or detail.

Amy works with clients who value beauty, and the context of their products in carefully choreographed composition.

See more here and follow on Instagram. Amy is represented by JSR, you can follow the agency on Instagram.

"We work best when we work together. Be it a simple a mood board with some basic ideas, or a full-blown brief with involvement in the whole process, there’s no doubt that the best results are in collaboration.

Now that working together in person feels normal again, we’ve taken this opportunity to take things to the next level - working with some fantastic stylists, models and, of course, amazing clients.

We’re talking global beauty brands like Rimmel, established London jewellery companies, an on-location and in-studio model shoots. We’ve even styled for ‘new starts’, helping them launch into the market with artistic BANG!

Back to normal, shooting and collaborating with some amazing creatives and companies feels fantastic - we can’t wait to shoot the next project, let's hope it's you!"

CL. LO is an award-winning still life photographer based in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Australia. With his distinguished photography talent, he was awarded and ranked as “World’s Top 5 Still Life Photographer” in 2020, “China’s Top 1 Still Life Photographers” in 2020 and 2019 and "Photographer of the Year in China" in 2018 at One Eyeland international photography award.

CL. LO Photography is a well established photographic studio proudly working with China’s and the world's leading luxury brands, magazines and advertising agencies. Under the art direction of CL. LO, a series of mesmerizing shots of fashion related products are used for numerous advertising key visuals, magazine features and art exhibitions.

Key clients include: Cartier, Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Tiffany, Omega, Swarovski Fine Jewellery, L’Oréal Paris, Lancôme, Clarins, SK-II, Shiseido, Clé De Peau Beauté, Clinique, Fresh, Mini Cooper, Coca Cola, Johnnie Walker, GQ China, InStyle China, Numero China and more.

France-based photographer Clovis Durand-Moldawan specialises in still life, drink and fashion.

He started his photography business in 2017 working with the most reknowned wine properties in Bordeaux, like Château Lafite-Rothschild, Château Léoville Las Cases, Château Léoville Barton, Château Brane-Cantenac, Le Pin, to name a few.

In 2020, he founded Bulldog Studio in Bordeaux, a large studio mainly dedicated to fashion and still life photography. His particular attention to details and colors led him to adopt Phase One cameras and to collaborate with highly qualified freelancers.

His career gradually pushes him towards cosmetics, drinks and watches photography.

Clovis is happy to work both at his studio or on location with either natural or studio lighting.

Check his website for more information. You can follow his still life and fashion work on Instagram.

Dag is a commercial photographer who focuses on still life and food and beverage photography.

His attraction to abstract settings with minimalistic surfaces and sharp edges has pulled him to the tabletop world. 

The sets are built around the object to make the products stand out and be the most important elements of the set; this also limits the need to use props to tell the story. So pre-visualisation and planning are important aspects to the process, to test out ideas and concepts on paper before being on set. 

With a keen eye and interest for details he makes sure all the pieces come together.

David has a wealth of specialist knowledge and experience working on still-life commissions for the luxury goods sector.

He has an expert's eye for lighting and composition and a flawless attention to detail.

He can normally be found in his studio in Clerkenwell, Central London, where he is equally happy behind the camera creating photos and moving image, or in front of a computer working on the post production / retouching.

Some recent clients include: John Lewis, M&S, L'Oréal, Coty/ Max Factor, Shiseido Cosmetics, Charlotte Tilbury Cosmetics, Bentley Motors, De Beers Diamonds, Tiffany & Co.

The New York City-based photography team of Ellen McDermott and creative partner Bridget Sciales produces timeless visual language with their imagery that is both intimate and visceral.

Their photography evokes emotion which enhances the digital experience for consumers across e-commerce, marketing and content creation. Their approach involves shooting with a studied and refined lighting that immediately provokes the viewer into a time and space.

“Throughout our careers together we have partnered with our clients as a driving force with digital pioneering and customer engagement using new and emerging digital channels. The end result is extremely well curated experiences in the era of digital immediacy. We translate our client’s retail standards and needs in the e-comm space that drives social commerce and leads digital innovation”.

The work can be seen in ad campaigns, digital content, books, corporate assignments and private collections throughout the United States, Europe and Asia.

Clients include The Magazine Antiques, Ralph Lauren, One Kings Lane, Martha Stewart Living, Iconix Brands, Toast, Plain Goods, Architectural Digest, Christies, Sotheby’s and Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt among others.

Hiro is an award-winning still life photographer shooting campaigns for international brands. He spends most of his time in the studios in Shanghai, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Singapore, and delivers stunning photographic visuals on a daily basis.

Hiro started his career in New York City, where he learned exceptional lighting skills to draw elegant lines by strobe lights. Now he resides in Japan, where he sharpened his minimalistic approach towards photography.

Hiro is expanding his career by shooting still life movies in collaboration with beauty brands.

His rapidly growing list of clients includes: Estée Lauder, Lancôme, Clé De Peau Beauté, Shiseido, M.A.C Cosmetics, L'Oréal Paris, Clinique, Shu Uemura, Olay, Maybelline New York, Max Factor, Kose, Albion, Tsubaki, Lux, Nivea, Kate Spade New York, United Colors Of Benetton, Apple, Panasonic, Vogue Japan, and many more.

Romanticism mixed with a technical precision is Jessica Griffiths’ signature approach to image making and visual storytelling. Her work is formed through a desire to translate the narrative and beauty of objects using a combination of texture, colour and light.

Jessica works from a still life studio based in Hackney Wick, East London, but is also more than happy to work abroad or remotely for international clients.

Jill Burrow is an American photographer, set designer, videographer and mother of two based in the Midwest. Her work ranges from still life to beauty to fashion.

Jill seeks to intrigue observers by teetering the line between reality and surrealism. In her imagery she combines the ordinary with the uncommon, while using beauty as an anchor to tell a story.

Select clients include: Oribe, Cravings by Chrissy Teigen, Refinery29, Madewell, Instagram, Chantelle Paris, W3ll People, Issey Miyake, Mansur Gavriel, and Brightland.

John Bennett is a specialising photographer in jewellery and luxury fashion accessories. His love of still life imagery stems from a fascination with composition, the space between objects, the beautiful forms that they create.

To photograph luxury jewellery and high-end accessories is an art, and John’s skill and experience makes it look effortless. His immaculate lighting techniques and photography skills have won him a prestigious list of commercial clients including De Beers, Church’s Chanel, Harrods and Holland & Holland.

See more here and follow on Instagram. John is represented by JSR, you can follow the agency on Instagram.

Jordana Schramm is an experienced architecture and still life photographer. She works with architects and commercial brands at the forefront of their industry.

Her calm and clear daylight look defines her aesthetic, regardless of the subject, whether she photographs architecture, stills or editorials. She creates elegant and authentic lifestyle moments, both on location and in the studio for her clients.

Jordana has photographed for various magazines and commercial clients such as  A.Lange & Söhne, Amazon, Arolab and many more.

See her website or contact her here.

Kyla is an Amsterdam-based photographer specialising in still life, lifestyle and product photography. Originally from Calgary, Canada, an itch for change led her to Europe 12 years ago where she fell in love, started a family and chased the career of her dreams.

Now, almost 10 years into her photography career, she recently relocated her fully equipped studio to Amsterdam’s old cattle market in the east of the city. And almost always, her dog Tesla the puggle will join her on set.

From concept, to creation, to retouching, Kyla is a perfectionist and doesn’t let any small details slide by. Her hands-on approach, imagination, and technical expertise breathe life and excitement into her subjects. Every time she steps in her studio she loves to take the ordinary and make it extraordinary.

"We are Lettstudio, and we specialise in beverage photography. Reflective glass and shiny liquids of any shade is what make us passionate about creating the most memorable visuals.

We work for local and worldwide clients. Always taking care of all details, ensuring each shot reaches maximum potential.

Our studio offers full in-house photography, CGI and post-production, which gives clients the option of a one-stop service."

Clients include Pernod Ricard, Tullamore D.E.W., Chivas Brothers, Wyborowa and more.

Mikkel Jul Hvilshøj is a still life photographer based in Copenhagen, Denmark. He specialises in advertising and editorial assignments and has been shooting professionally for the past 15 years.

Mikkel's clean, graphic and colourful style defines his work and emphasises his goal to create images with a dynamic, elegant and luxurious feel. He loves the creative and technical challenges of working in photography and approaches each product he shoots with the same dedication to create stunning imagery.

Recent companies added to the client list are Carlsberg, Kronenbourg 1664, Bonduelle, Inter Flora and Tuborg. When not busy working for his often long-time clients, Mikkel enjoys working on his own personal projects.

Mikkel has been featured in Lürzer's Archive '200 Best Advertising Photographers Worldwide 2016/17, 2018/19 and 2020/21.

Stay up-to-date with his work on his website and Instagram account.

Neville is a still life advertising photographer and member of the AOP with over 20 years' industry experience, working mainly within London and Kent.

Shooting from his studio, Neville's work has a bold and graphic style that gives the subject matter a strong identity and visual clarity.

Specialising in beverage, watches, cosmetics and conceptual imagery, Neville's skill in lighting, design, art direction and an attention to detail allows products to stand out and take centre stage within his imagery.

Omer Knaz is best known for his work in the field of luxury goods and still life photography. He shoots jewellery, watches, fragrances and fashion accessories for the world-leading brands and publications.

His strong lighting and compositional skills, drawn from the discipline of film photography, gives his images a sense of reality that is so often compromised these days and is perfect for luxury products.

Clients include Tatler, UK Vogue, GQ, How to Spend It, 1843 Magazine, De Beers, David Morris, McDonald’s, Jo Malone, Aesop, Unilever, Harrods and Space NK to name a few.

See more here and follow on Instagram. Omer is represented by JSR; you can follow the agency on Instagram.

Powell Jordano is an experienced tabletop photographer specialising in food, beverage, and product imagery. Whether he is working with local restaurants, magazines, or multi-national brands, clients love his incredible ability to capture dynamic and inviting, yet natural-feeling light within a controlled environment.

Powell was recently featured in a Peerspace article listing the best commercial photographers in Chicago, which described his work as “quirky, bright, unexpected, and absolutely captivating.”

Although his studio is located in "The Windy City", Powell and his talented team of stylists are able to confidently work with clients remotely, and are available for assignments on location nationwide. He also offers advanced in-house retouching and compositing to produce the highest quality visuals for all of his clients’ print and web-based needs.

Powell is thrilled to be represented by Emissary Artists, and would love to be a part of your next project!

Rich Begany is a New York-based still life photographer and director known for his dynamic compositions and lush cosmetic textures.

Collaborating with a close team of producers, stylists and retouchers, Rich works with agencies and brands worldwide to develop impactful visuals.

Recent projects include work for Baron & Baron, MAC Cosmetics and Stila.

For more information or to discuss an upcoming project, contact WIB agency.

Sarah Tirzah is a liquid and product photographer based out of Los Angeles.

Quite literally born with a camera in her hand (she swears there's a picture of her in diapers with a Kodak Instamatic camera in hand), she went on to serve in the United States Marine Corps for eight years where she deployed four times to Iraq and Afghanistan. 

In 2014, she decided to chase her dreams and dove head first into the world of commercial photography and has worked with clients in fashion, food and beverage, cosmetics, and medicinal alternative medicine among other industries.

She loves conceptualising the innovation and performance connected to liquids, beverages, and products. From graphic splashes to delightful cocktails, Sarah combines her lighting expertise and technical knowledge with her love of color and movement to create stunning graphic imagery.

Silke Mayer is a Berlin-based still life photographer and digital artist. She creates colourful, playful, sensitive images and animations with a special touch by combining images, videos, geometric and organic shapes.

The results are emotional visuals where you can experience the sensuality of an object. With the selected use of colours, this experience is even more emphasised. By providing skilled photography in the studio, creative direction, as well as retouching and compositing, Silke offers unique images that stand out.

Silke is currently working with still and moving images, sometimes combining both.

With a robust portfolio including an award for #4 Still Life Photographer in the UK from One EyeLand, Paul Lovas has gone through a wide range of visual storytelling. His keen eye for studio lighting and creatively controlled set-ups has guided him to specialise in product, still life and advertising photography and run London-based Square One Studio.

Paul’s portfolio creates a sense of motion and energy through carefully executed detailing. He enjoys crafting his sets, so when he’s not behind the camera you’ll find him DIY-ing props and testing new techniques.

If you end up in his studio expect a refreshing drink and laid back atmosphere - but he’s always up to shoot on location, in the UK or abroad.

Thomas van Schaik is an Amsterdam-based studio photographer specialising in still life, product, design and occasionally food. He uses a clean and human approach to make sure the products shine.

Besides shooting for renowned clients such as Philips, JBL, Pokon and Delush Fragrances and many magazines, he likes to create personal work, which has been recognised by the Dutch Photographers Awards.

Although he is predominantly a studio photographer, he likes to shoot on location as well.