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Spotlight Magazine
Ian Kiffin
London
Ian Kiffin is an accredited member of the Association of Photographers, with over 10 years of experience creating polished, people-centred imagery for brands, organisations and individuals. His work has included projects with clients such as BBC, Shell, and Givenchy.
He is comfortable working across corporate, media and luxury environments where professionalism, brand awareness and attention to detail matter. His approach is calm, collaborative and detailled, with a strong focus on making people feel at ease in front of the camera and delivering images that are both visually strong and genuinely useful across marketing, PR, internal communications and digital channels.
Whether capturing a live event, producing portraits, photographing teams or creating imagery for a campaign, he brings both creative instinct and commercial awareness to every assignment. He is always interested in working with brands, businesses and organisations that value thoughtful, high-quality visual storytelling.
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Spotlight Magazine
Krzysztof Czernecki t/a Christopher Photography
London
Krzysztof Czernecki, though you might know him by his professional name, Christopher Photography, is a London-based photographer with a real knack for making drinks look incredible. He’s got this unique way of capturing liquids: you see every detail, every bit of energy, like the drink’s about to leap right off the page.
He’s not just pressing the shutter and hoping for the best. He brings serious technical skill to the table, mixing creative vision with that scientific curiosity you need for great stills and motion work. If you’re a beverage brand looking to stand out, he’s the guy who’ll give you bold, high-impact images that turn heads.
Krzysztof doesn’t just photograph drinks he practically choreographs them. He plays with lighting and experiments with fluid dynamics, always finding new ways to show off texture, movement, and character you’d probably miss in real life.
There’s a sense of drama in his work, whether it’s a split-second splash frozen in time or a slow-motion pour that feels almost hypnotic. He’s always pushing for that extra detail the stuff you can’t spot unless you slow the world down. All this hasn’t gone unnoticed.
Krzysztof’s work has picked up plenty of international awards and top spots in major still life competitions, solidifying his reputation as a go-to artist for sophisticated, eye-catching beverage imagery in the world of advertising and branding.
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Spotlight Magazine
Horton-Stephens Photographers Agents
London
Horton-Stephens are London's leading photographers' agents. They've produced over 10,000 shoots over more years than they dare to admit to, and food & drink has been in the agency's DNA from the very start.
"We offer a full end-to-end production service, and we’re often brought in right at the start of a project, helping to shape ideas and approach, from day one. Budgets, logistics, locations, casting, styling—we know how to make it all work smoothly, creatively, and without drama, on time and on budget. From lean, stripped-back stills to full-scale TVCs, we've produced just about everything.
We attribute our long history in the industry as our desire to be forward-looking and AI is now a big part of our offering. We’re especially excited about the hybrid use of AI with photography and had great success recently with the UK Government's Cyber Security campaign, where we coordinated a collaboration between photographer George Logan and AI artist Alys Thomas."
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Spotlight Magazine
Marc Haydon
London
Based in his Shepherds Bush studio, Marc Haydon is a food photographer dedicated to making every dish look its absolute best. Behind each image is a collaborative effort: food stylists, prop stylists, retouchers, and assistants all playing a part in shaping the final shot.
For this Spotlight, Marc presents some of his latest photography, celebrating the irresistible details: glossy drips, saucy layers, tactile textures, and scattered crumbs.
Stepping beyond his in-situ work, he also presents a collection of Bachelor’s packs, featuring imagery crafted by Marc and his team as part of a rebrand, developed in close collaboration with the design agency to bring their vision to life.
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Spotlight Magazine
Andy Grimshaw
London
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 and has contributed to the rebranding of companies such as Crosse & Blackwell, PepsiCo, Doritos, Sensations, Ellas Kitchen, Rollover, and Forest Feast.
For project inquiries, please contact Andy.
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Spotlight Magazine
Colin Campbell
London
London-based photographer and director Colin Campbell is known for award-winning food and drink work that brings together cinematic storytelling and technical precision. Working from his newly revamped studio, TwoTen East, he moves effortlessly between stills and motion, creating a consistent visual language for brands and campaigns.
This Spotlight shifts into summer, celebrating the freshness, colour, and energy of the season. From sunlit drinks to vibrant, flavour-filled dishes, the work captures food at its most open, relaxed, and inviting. Colin has also recently shot some fantastic new campaigns for Domino’s, Muller, and Belvita.
Explore Colin’s latest projects at colincampbellstudio.co.uk and follow him on Instagram for behind the scenes content and new releases.
For all enquiries, Colin is represented by Gill Turner. Follow her on Instagram for updates and project announcements.
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Spotlight Magazine
Terry Benson
London
Terry Benson is a food photographer crafting refined, high-impact imagery for brands that care about detail, distinction, and desire. His work goes beyond documentation—each image is designed to elevate perception, shape appetite, and strengthen visual identity across campaigns, packaging, and editorial.
Specialising in luxury food and beverage, Terry brings a meticulous approach to light, surface, and composition. From the sheen of chocolate to the effervescence of a poured drink, his images balance precision with atmosphere—clean, intentional, and unmistakably premium.
A trusted collaborator for art directors and designers, Terry understands how imagery lives within a layout. He builds frames with purpose—considering negative space, typography, and cropping from the outset—so the final assets integrate seamlessly across print, digital, and motion.
Clients value his calm, solutions-driven approach on set, as well as his ability to translate brand strategy into compelling visual language. From concept development and styling direction through to final delivery, every stage is handled with clarity, efficiency, and a focus on results.
The outcome is photography that not only looks exceptional but performs—images that capture attention, communicate quality, and drive engagement.
Terry is available for commissions, brand campaigns, and long-term collaborations.
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Spotlight Magazine
Barry Makariou
London
Barry Makariou has been busy shooting a global rebrand for GU desserts. "We shot over 30 products over 10 days, as well as motion. We captured every detail in super macro, driving taste appeal across all the packaging."
He also shot for Nescafe Cold: "We created a bespoke swirl to capture the refreshing movement within the glass."
AI is also starting to feature in his work, using it to elevate existing assets that were previously only KVs for brands but now have been brought to life. Take a look opposite at this animated Milka asset.
Follow Barry on Instagram for unique behind the scenes images. For anything work-related contact his agent, Peter at Agent at large.
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Spotlight Magazine
Iona Macleod
London
"Food & drink have been photographed thousands of times, by thousands of people. How do you stand out? By combining the uniqueness of the food or the brand with an awareness of current aesthetic trends, a technical expert, a meticulous art director, and a positive creative who will actually listen to what you want. That person is me.
I approach shooting food & drink with a lightness that keeps the final imagery feeling fresh (...excuse the pun). Add a sprinkling of colour and style with a dash of humour, and you will have images that stand out from the crowd."
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Spotlight Magazine
Chelsea Bloxsome
London
Chelsea Bloxsome is a London based food photographer known for creating vibrant, appetite driven imagery that connects brands with their audiences. Her work has earned multiple accolades at the prestigious Pink Lady Food Photography Awards, reflecting both her technical skill and creative instinct.
Originally from Australia, Chelsea grew up on a coastal farm, shaping her deep appreciation for fresh ingredients and honest storytelling through food. Today, she works from her Shoreditch studio or on location, bringing a calm, adaptable energy to every shoot.
Chelsea is a highly collaborative partner, trusted by leading brands and creative teams to deliver standout results across campaigns of all sizes. Whether leading a full-scale production or capturing something more intimate, she combines efficiency, creativity, and a strong visual point of view. Her client list includes PizzaExpress, Sainsbury’s, McDonald’s, Innocent, and Subway, alongside a range of exciting emerging brands.
She is represented by Horton Stephens in London.