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Spotlight Magazine
VISUALIZE
Belgium
VISUALIZE works where most shoots get complicated: active industrial sites, strict safety procedures, and lighting that doesn’t wait. From the shop floor to a helicopter, VISUALIZE captures the right perspective so the images do more than look good: they communicate clearly, build trust, and support corporate communication.
Behind VISUALIZE is Estíbalitz Soto, originally from Barcelona and now based in Belgium. Her curiosity for how things work, how they’re made, and the people who make them happen has shaped a documentary-style approach that feels human, precise, and professional. That mindset has taken her to assignments for clients such as Knauf Insulation, AVIA Partner, and Alba Synchroto, working across sites and countries.
When conditions are tough, VISUALIZE keeps the shoot safe, smooth, and on point.
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Andy Lewis
Australia
Sydney-based food and drink photographer Andy Lewis brings a refined eye and an instinctive understanding of light, texture, and appetite appeal to every project. With a food and drink photography portfolio spanning commercial, editorial and campaign work, Andy crafts images that are as strategically compelling as they are visually stunning.
Andy was based in Queensland throughout 2024–2025, flying back and forth from his Sydney studio. It was during this time that he took on the prestigious role of sole photographer for Chefs Eat Brisbane, a landmark cookbook celebrating Brisbane's dynamic culinary scene, which has just hit the shelves.
Now back in Sydney full time, Andy is shooting FMCG packaging, advertising, editorial and social media projects for Lilydale, Steggles, Goodman Fielder, Costco, Chef Good and Allied Pinnacle. He welcomes new briefs and would love to hear from you.
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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
Cass Klepac
Austin, Texas
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.
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Hannah Caldwell
Australia
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.
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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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Stephen Hamilton
Chicago
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.
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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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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
Michael Hrizuk
Georgia
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.