This Taco Bell x ESPN campaign was a Baja Blast in the best way. Cass stepped in as second unit director and DP, creating alongside director Nolan Goff and DP Sean Conte of SixTwentySix Studio.

Cass shot stills, directed some fun B-side moments, and captured second-camera video to help bring the project’s mixed-media energy to life. And yes, got wild with the 3D Nishika film camera.

Hannah Caldwell is a Melbourne-based photographer specialising in food, beverage, still life, and advertising. With nearly two decades of experience, she works across the full spectrum of commercial production, from campaign shoots for premium restaurants, hotels, and wineries to FMCG packaging and brand storytelling.

Her client roster includes McCain, Brown Brothers, Yarra Yering, Ritz-Carlton Melbourne, and leading Melbourne creative agencies.

Her work is defined by an emotive, considered aesthetic that balances beauty with intention. Published in Elle Decoration UK and Vogue, Hannah brings the same craft and care to commercial briefs that she applies to her fine-art practice.

Her fine-art projects — including the Paris Photo Awards Gold-winning Inside Out and Silver-winning Formation — sit at the heart of a practice built on restraint and an ongoing curiosity about texture and form, explored through personal projects ranging from the surfaces of wild mushrooms to tempered chocolate.

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."

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, natural beauty.

Stephen Hamilton Productions specialise in producing both motion and still photography assets for clients, streamlining the content creation process by handling everything under one roof. 

Stephen is known for his minimalist style in both photography and film. He focuses on finding beauty in everyday moments, embracing a back-to-basics approach in his work. He draws attention to what truly matters light, composition, and the art of storytelling in food reminding us that beauty is already there, waiting to be seen.

His work often highlights quiet, everyday moments, butter melting, the texture of a freshly cut ingredient, or the subtle movement of a pour elevating them into something cinematic and emotionally engaging.

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.

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.

Michael Hrizuk is a Southeastern, US-based photographer specialising in interior, food, portraiture, lifestyle, and hospitality photography. His work captures the essence of his subjects with precision and creativity, producing compelling imagery that tells a story.

Whether photographing a beautifully plated dish, a dynamic portrait, or the inviting atmosphere of a hospitality space, Michael’s keen attention to detail ensures every image is visually striking and emotionally engaging.

Collaborating with both hotels and restaurants in Savannah, Georgia, and Charleston, South Carolina, Michael creates captivating seasonal menu photoshoots that showcase the restaurant’s focus on fresh, local ingredients.

His deeply collaborative approach extends beyond food photography—working closely with chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality professionals, he brings their vision to life through carefully crafted images highlighting textures, colors, and ambiance. Michael’s expertise in lighting, composition, and storytelling allows him to seamlessly transition between architecture, lifestyle, food, and portrait photography, capturing authentic moments that resonate.

By balancing technical skill with artistic vision, his work strengthens the connection between brands and their audiences, elevating the visual identity of restaurants, hotels, and creative professionals alike.

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.

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.

Joe Pellegrini is a commercial photographer with over 30 years of experience specialising in product and food & beverage imagery. While now based in Michigan, his work remains deeply connected to Chicago, where he continues to collaborate with agencies and clients and where the majority of his projects are produced.

His approach is informed by a background in painting, bringing a nuanced, fine-art sensibility to highly crafted advertising imagery.

For 18 years, Joe served as Subway’s lead photographer, producing visuals for national and international print campaigns, outdoor advertising, and in-store programs. His work is defined by consistency, precision, and an ability to translate creative direction into compelling, brand-driven imagery. Over the course of his career, he has created recognizable work for brands including Scrubbing Bubbles and Jim Beam.

Joe works in close partnership with his producer to build the right team for each assignment—carefully aligning creative needs with efficient production, accurate bidding, and disciplined budget management.

On set, he leads a collaborative environment that brings together top-tier food stylists, prop stylists, special effects artists, retouchers, and digital technicians. The result is a seamless production process and refined, market-ready imagery that meets the highest commercial standards.

Joe shoots both in studio and on location, and is available for travel.