London-based photographer and director Colin Campbell is recognised for his award-winning work across food and drink. Working from his canal side studio, he combines cinematic storytelling with meticulous craft, uniting stills and motion in a distinct, cohesive style.

Increasingly, Colin is directing full TVCs alongside shooting the accompanying OOH campaigns, ensuring a consistent aesthetic across every platform. The end of summer was a particularly busy one, with standout projects including a TV commercial and photography campaign for Domino’s Indian Feast, fresh new work for Nando’s, and a major Christmas campaign soon to be unveiled in the next Spotlight.

Explore Colin’s latest projects at colincampbellstudio.co.uk and follow Colin on Instagram for exclusive 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.

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.

Joe Pellegrini is a Chicago-based commercial photographer with over 30 years of expertise in product and food & drink photography. His work extends beyond the lens into painting, blending fine-art sensibilities with advertising campaigns for global brands like Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, Kellogg’s, Tyson, Mondelez, and Ziploc.

For 18 years, he has been Subway’s lead photographer, crafting visuals for national and international print ads, outdoor campaigns, and in-store displays. Known for his professionalism, Joe has produced iconic imagery for brands ranging from Scrubbing Bubbles to Jim Beam.

On set, his studio buzzes with creativity as Joe collaborates with food stylists, special effects artists, and digital technicians to deliver striking, market-ready visuals.

"I am Ciprian Țânțăreanu, founder and photographer of Studio Țânțăreanu, a team based in Bucharest, Romania, specialising in drink, food, and still life photography.

From concept to styling, special effects, shooting and post production, we take care of all the key ingredients behind any appealing visual, blending a seasoned vision, state of the art equipment and the occasional old school trick, providing turnkey solutions for our clients.

Our commercial work has been published in more than 70 countries around the world, with a client list that includes Schweppes, Skol, Efes, Tropicana, KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell.

Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but we make sure their eyes open wider, adding dynamism and a touch of heroic character to the products we shoot. Have a new project, let us bring our vision to it."

Jon Bader is an experienced food and beverage photographer, director and D.O.P., known for his clean, detailed approach and natural lighting style: that makes food look fresh, real and delicious. He can turn a good brief into strong, appetite-led images and films, while keeping his shoots relaxed and collaborative — something valued by clients and crews.

Combining his skills across stills, film directing and cinematography, Jon is a sought after talent, often shooting integrated campaigns for national and global brands. Over the past 30 years, Jon has worked on campaigns for brands like Australian Pork, Absolut, Pernod Ricard, McDonald’s, Woolworths, Primo, Holiday Inn, KFC, Coca-Cola, Qantas, and Nestlé.

He’s well regarded for his editorial and lifestyle work, which has seen him team up with top Australian chefs to create countless food stories, cookbooks and features. When he’s not shooting, Jon puts his skills to use supporting charities focused on reducing food waste.

Jeremy Shaw is an Australia-based photographer, DP, and director whose work bridges authenticity and cinematic craft. Known for his immersive, people-first approach, Jeremy captures the quiet truths in every project.

He has recently worked with Toyota, Woolworths, DoorDash, GWM, Amex, Jaecoo, and other leading brands, reflecting his versatility across commercial and narrative projects. His calm presence and collaborative energy foster genuine connection on set, allowing stories to unfold naturally.

Combining stills and motion with honesty and emotion, he continues to craft imagery that resonates, blending authentic moments with a cinematic tone full of life.

Sally Hulse is a Melbourne-based food and editorial photographer known for crafting refined, story-driven imagery that elevates brands across the hospitality, publishing, and FMCG sectors.

Her recent work includes photographing an upcoming international cookbook, creating premium visual content for Her Majesty’s Theatre Melbourne, and producing campaign imagery for First Press Coffee.

Balancing creativity with strategy, Sally works closely with B2B and hospitality clients to develop cohesive visual narratives that connect brand identity with audience appeal. Her art direction experience brings an elevated, editorial sensibility to every project — whether capturing the atmosphere of a bustling venue or shaping the hero shot of a product campaign.

Available for commissions locally, nationally, and internationally.

Showcase Oceania is back with an extraordinary line-up of professionals and companies making waves Down Under.

Welcome to our latest edition of Showcase Oceania, celebrating exceptional talent and services within the Aussie and Kiwi commercial creative industries. This issue highlights the work of renowned photographers, directors, DOPs, AI artists, production companies, and artist representatives.

In this issue: exciting new campaigns (Jason Momoa with Koalas!), two agencies — one New Zealand-based, the other Australian — representing the finest image makers on the continent, an incredible space that is much more than just a studio, two Spotlight Award winners (AI Creating and Industrial Photography), and much more.

Our featured series is photographed by Australian photographer Michele Aboud, showcasing some of her work for Harper's Bazaar, reflecting her refined, human-centred approach and signature sense of intimacy. Discover more outstanding creatives in our extensive directories and previous issues of Showcase Oceania.

Be sure to check out these unmissable events we recommend:

Now in its 18th year, the National Photographic Portrait Prize supports and celebrates photographic portraiture in Australia. Each year, the prize attracts thousands of entrants from emerging and established artistic talent across the country — at Cairns Art Gallery.

Andrew Ross - Early Photographs: Photospace Gallery in Wellington has exhibited Andrew Ross' photography since early 1999. Since then, he has established a reputation as one of Aotearoa's leading photographic artists.

Flint is a Sydney-based artist representation and production company representing a curated roster of directors and photographers who work across film, photography, and integrated content.

Flint's artists are equally at home behind the stills camera or on set directing motion, a dual approach that brings a unified creative vision to every project.

Beyond representation, Flint offers full-scale production services from concept development to delivery, for artists, agency, and direct-to-client projects. Flint's experienced producers manage end-to-end production, whether that’s lean, social-first shoots or large-scale campaigns spanning film, photography, and digital assets.

At its heart, Flint is a creative partner that connects artists with brands and agencies, providing a collaborative environment where ideas thrive, and ensuring every production runs smoothly and efficiently.

IDC is a New Zealand collective of award-winning advertising photographers offering bespoke production solutions for advertising and marketing campaigns. With over 25 years of experience, IDC specialises in crafting striking visual narratives across lifestyle, portrait, beauty, food, sport, and motion content.

Based in Auckland and trusted by leading agencies and international brands, IDC unites a powerhouse of diverse talent—photographers recognised by IPA, Lürzer’s Archive, Spotlight Awards, Canon Masters and Epson NZ Photographer of the Year. The team provides tailored production support, ensuring each project is executed with creative precision.

IDC regularly shoots stills alongside TVC productions for agencies like McCann Healthcare and shoots campaign imagery for brands such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Bega, Passenger UK, RAB UK, The North Face, Anta Guanjun, Swanndri, Tudor, and Nike.

From casting to post-production, IDC delivers seamless, high-quality results through a hands-on, collaborative approach. Top creatives choose IDC for bold, world-class imagery that makes a lasting impact. IDC operates under a sustainability and equal opportunity model of business.