FOOD & DRINK PHOTOGRAPHY & MOTION Nov 2024

London-based photographer Andy Grimshaw specialises in food, drink, and still life photography. He operates out of his central London studio, which includes a fully equipped kitchen and client work area.

Andy collaborates with a team of experienced freelance home economists, assistants, prop stylists, and retouchers, enabling him to assemble a specialised team to meet all your photoshoot requirements. For projects based in the US, Andy's North American producer can assist in coordinating a team.

In his recent work, Andy has collaborated with renowned brands on various projects. He has shot advertising campaigns for Dove and Doritos. Additionally, Andy has contributed to the rebranding for companies such as Danone, Marks & Spencer, Broderick’s, Innocent and THIS, as well continuing work with Delicious Magazine.

For project inquiries, please contact Andy on +44 207 267 7600.

Welcome to the world of Andy Lewis, a high-end food photographer and video director based in Australia. With a deep passion for culinary artistry and visual storytelling, Andy passionately captures the beauty and essence of food in a way that goes beyond mere presentation.

Born in the Southwest of the UK his journey into photography began at an early age experimenting in the dark room with shots of his local landscapes.

He studied his BA-Hons in Photography at the prestigious Falmouth University graduating in 2003 and shortly after moving to London to assist professional photographers. Andy moved to Sydney, Australia in 2008 to assist the world renowned Australian food photographers. In 2010 he opened his own photography studio, shooting for some of the best food editorial titles including Donna Hay, Delicious and Gourmet Traveller.

As a food photographer and video director, he now specialises in creating visually stunning imagery and video for FMCG products, food packaging, advertising and social media clients. Some of his current clients include Delonghi, Lilydale Free Range Chicken, Steggles, Oporto, Costco, MLA, Nutella, Ferrero and Moria Macs. Although these are some of his big name clients, Andy also loves working with passionate owners of startups and artisan producers.

His creative images and videos are known for their stunning compositions, balancing negative space and focal points to draw the viewer's eye to the food. Each shot is meticulously crafted to evoke a sense of artistry. Collaboration is at the heart of his process; by working closely with clients, agencies, crews, stylists and chefs Andy produces images the whole team can be proud of.

Ben Cole is an award-winning Australian photographer specialising in food, beverage and still life photography.

He works from his fully-equipped studio in Sydney. Building from his 20 years’ experience in the industry, Ben collaborates closely with clients to understand project needs and deliver visuals that reflect his unique creative vision and passion. Ben works on projects that span across advertising, digital, packaging and social media.

Recently Ben has worked with many leading brands Including, Coca-Cola, Brown Forman, Arnott’s and Kellogg’s to name a few, showcasing his work on both a local and global scale.

Brian Wright is a Chicago-based food and beverage photographer/director. He works with a diverse clientele, including major CPG companies, international fast-food chains, design firms, and ad agencies.

Brian has been shooting entire brand redesigns, OLV, POS, menu boards, national ads, and social media content in his 4000-square-foot studio in the West Loop and on location. We are showcasing some of these great projects, allowing you to see what Brian's images look like "in the wild".

Brian is known for his ability to select the best crew for each assignment and his collaborative working style with clients. This creative synergy allows his studio to create beautiful and impactful images.

Visit Brian's website or follow him on Instagram to see more of his portfolio. If you want to ask about upcoming projects, you can contact Brian's producer Laura Ferkaluk at +1 (312) 838-5466 or send her an email.

Charné Baird is a commercial photographer with over nine years of expertise, specialising in food, beverage, product, and stop motion photography for the food and beverage industry.

Based in British Columbia, Canada, and available globally, Charné combines her culinary arts background with a keen artistic eye to create captivating visuals that authentically represent her clients' brands.

Her work is known for its technical precision and high-impact imagery, whether capturing dynamic stop motions or styled product shots. Charné collaborates closely with brands and creative teams to deliver tailored imagery that aligns with marketing objectives and resonates with target audiences.

Colin Campbell is a London-based photographer and director specialising in food and drink.

The end of summer was super busy, shooting massive Christmas campaigns for Sainsbury’s and Domino's and some great new OOH campaigns for Thorntons and Holland and Barrett.

Recent directing projects have included TVC’s for Domino's, Lidl and Co-Op.

Colin works from his own fantastic studio on the canal in Haggerston, working alongside amazing food stylists, stylists and assistants.

See more here and follow on Instagram. Colin is represented by Gill Turner, give her a follow on Instagram.

Davide Farabegoli an Italian product photographer with many years of experience is the visionary founder of Uovo Lab Studio.

His fervour for food culture has led him to collaborate with renowned brands such as Pasqua Vini, Leagel, San Patrignano, Eridania, and Mec3. Notably his ongoing partnership with Pasqua Vini has produced surreal and vibrant images thanks to the client’s trust and the creative liberty granted to him and his team.

Davide's passion for constructing bespoke sets and props has become a hallmark of his work. His studio specialises in using diverse materials often opting for simple elements like paper to craft fresh and contemporary visuals.

Continuously seeking new projects, Davide thrives on opportunities to showcase his talent and creativity delivering distinctive and captivating images for his clientele and he is available to work worldwide.

Gabriel Vincent Lucido is an American commercial food photographer. He is currently working out of his photography studio in Orange County, California.

Collaborating with some of the most well-known brands in the food industry, his photos have been featured in substantial ad campaigns and a variety of packaging designs sold across the US.

His photography is inspired by the nostalgic exaggerated ads of the 90s and early 2000s.

"I’ve been fortunate to have had an extremely busy year and am proud to have worked on some wonderful projects. Amidst balancing client work, an exhibition, and dad life, I found time to produce a few personal projects. Tanqueray was one of them—a celebration of beauty and liquid in wonderful slow motion; not much more fun than that!

Here, you’ll find the final Tanqueray videos, as well as commercial work for Penhaligons. I had the privilege of creating mixed media campaigns for the launch of two new products: The Dandy and Potions perfumes.

You can see more of my work on Instagram."

Clients include: Nespresso, Swarovski, Made.com, Penhaligons, Gallo, Hardys, Stones, Apothic, Kumala, Ealing Gin, Smirnoff, Captain Morgan, Red Bull, Mackays, John Lewis, and many more.

To get in touch, you can contact Max's agent, At Rare - Skye Trayler.

Based in London, Max is available for commissions in the UK and abroad. You can reach him on +44 (0)7868 732 989.

Mikkel Jul Hvilshøj, a still life photographer based in Copenhagen, Denmark, has a two-decade career capturing various advertising campaigns and editorial assignments.

His signature style blends cleanliness, graphic elements, and vibrant colors, aiming for dynamic, elegant, and luxurious imagery. He thrives on the creative and technical challenges of his craft, approaching each project with unwavering dedication. Notable clients include Carlsberg, Kronenbourg 1664, Schweppes, Bonduelle, European Milk Forum, and Domino’s Pizza. Since 2016, his work has been consistently featured in Lürzer’s Archive’s 200 Best Advertising Photographers Worldwide.

Mikkel is available for shoots both is his Copenhagen studio as well as on location worldwide.

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

Packshot Factory, est in 1986 is a high-end photography and film production studio specialising in product and tabletop photography & film production. Conveniently located in Central London, Covent Garden, Packshot Factory’s purpose-built premises feature photography and film sets, including two fully equipped kitchens that provide an ideal environment for food and drinks shoots.

Packshot's crew works with food stylists, chefs, mixologists, and SFX specialists. They are equipped with Hasselblad and RED camera systems, and the studio facilities offer easy street-level access for unloading directly onto the sets. With flexible production spaces, an infinity cove, client areas, and high-quality kitchen setups, they cater to productions of all scales.

Packshot Factory is a trusted partner for numerous food and drink brands, known for delivering high-quality, professional results across various formats, including TV commercials and online campaigns. Our experienced team has been an integral part of our setup for many years.

"We’re friendly, knowledgeable, and deeply committed, putting our hearts into every project, large or small."

Specialising in food and lifestyle photography, Paula Wilson has worked with brands including McDonald's, Tim Hortons and Kelloggs. 

Paula’s strong collaborative skills and vibrant energy inspire creativity and harmony in every project. She uses her refined lighting skills and expertise in composition and design to consistently create sophisticated images that evoke a sense of mood and atmosphere.

Paula resides in Toronto with her family where she indulges in numerous creative projects throughout the city.

Scott Grummett is a food photographer and director creating delicious advertising stills, films, TV commercials for brands across the world.

This Spotlight features campaigns for McDonald's, Old El Paso, Hellmann's, Fever Tree and Baileys with imagery shot in the UK, Germany, Istanbul and Serbia. The work often takes on multiple crops and markets and means managing various outputs in mad production matrix, whilst always keeping tasty food at its core.

Scott creates thirst quenching drinks and hunger inducing food content that is designed to make your brain itch and your stomach rumble.

Sigourney Whitesel Studio is celebrated for transforming food and beverage brands into captivating visual narratives through vibrant colors, imaginative concepts, and a sophisticated yet playful approach.

With an impressive portfolio that includes campaigns for Kellogg’s x Bubble T, AU Vodka, Halo Top and Melitta Coffee, Sigourney Whitesel Studio possesses a deep understanding of what it takes to make food and drink brands unforgettable.

Their expertise encompasses striking creative photography, engaging stop-motion animations, dynamic videos, and stunning food photography, all meticulously crafted to exceed client expectations.

Clients choose Sigourney Whitesel Studio for its commitment to delivering exceptional results, skillfully blending unique elements that ensure every product shines and each brand story stands out.

This Spotlight from Stephen Conroy is a game of two halves with shoots that took him out of the studio.

Colourful fun for Tyson’s 'More To Love' campaign showcasing their breaded chicken products in social dining settings.

Then some quirky atmospheric retro cocktails for the launch of new alcohol brand Wolfschmidt Kummel.

For more examples check out Stephen’s website or get in touch to discuss a project.

Stephen Hamilton is an award-winning food and beverage director and photographer whose work has appeared almost everywhere you see images of food - on television, in national magazines and cookbooks, on packaging, and across seven seasons of Top Chef. Stephen built his career showcasing ingredients in all their organic, beautiful reality.

Through Stephen Hamilton Productions, Stephen combines his talents with those of world class producers, editors, prop stylists, and a roster of skilled photographers for a full-service production company that delivers anything you might need photographically, all under one roof.

Stephen’s natural lighting style and tight taste appeal let food’s honest allure speak for itself. This time of year dishes up a fresh perspective as crisp colors, comfort food, and the warm giddiness of gathering take center stage - and Stephen captures it all for a truly visual feast.

Steve's passion for photography ignited at the age of 14 while he was working at 7-Eleven. One day, he noticed a label on a roll of Kodak film that read, “Take this film to your Kodak processor or develop it yourself using Kodak chemistry.” This revelation sparked his curiosity, leading him to explore the world of photography.

Over the years, Steve has captured a diverse array of subjects, from ancient mummies to modern machinery. He has traveled to numerous beloved locations and a few he'd rather forget—like the infamous blast freezer—always seeking innovative ways to showcase the beauty around him.

Currently, Steve resides on Maryland's Eastern Shore with his family and their spirited Jack Russell Terrier.