still life photography Feb 2024

Alex Waber is a Vancouver-based photographer with over 15 years of experience.

He has captured products for brands like Arcteryx, No Reception Club, Tuft and Paw, Section 35, and Purple Brand.

In his spare moments, he spends time with his frequent collaborator, art director, and stylist, Monika Wiatrowska, to create dreamy still life scenes featuring florals, found objects, and favorite perfumes.

This year, Alex has expanded his portfolio with the Arcteryx Regear campaign, focusing on gear maintenance and recycling, and contributed to a Wired Magazine splash page in collaboration with Kristen Roose. His work has been featured in Vogue, Wired, Rolling Stone, The Guardian, and Montecristo Magazine.

Chanel Farkas, an accomplished still life and beauty photographer, is deeply engaged in capturing the vibrant essence of products and aesthetics.

Specialising in this dynamic field, her work reflects a dedication to precision and visual mastery, imbued with an extraordinary play of color and solar vibrancy.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Chanel finds immense joy in personal projects that explore the realms of nature and animals, infusing her colorful and solar aesthetic into each frame. This passion forms a vital part of her creative identity, bringing a unique and uplifting perspective to her craft.

Chanel's portfolio showcases a harmonious blend of meticulous professionalism and a sun-soaked, vivid palette, creating a visually striking narrative that is both captivating and distinctive.

Freddy Clark is a commercial advertising photographer based in the New York City area, specialising in capturing vibrant photographs that make products look so enticing you’ll want to reach in, grab it and drink it. His work is highly detailed and has been described as “taken right out of a sexy speakeasy lounge”.

With a passion for studio work and collaborating with clients, he brings a contagious excitement to every project. His mastery of both artificial and natural lighting ensures captivating photography that will elevate your campaign to new heights.

Whether he is creating splashes and pours or working with Artificial Intelligence and video screens, photographs will be cutting edge yet timeless.

Reach him on +1 732-666-8012 to talk about your needs.

With over 20 years of experience, Joe Pellegrini has been an industry leader in the fields of product photography and food & drink photography. Beyond his expertise in photography, he is also a skilled painter, infusing his artistic sensibilities into national campaigns for renowned brands such as Coca-Cola, McDonald's, Kellogg's, Tyson, and Ziploc.

For the past 11 years, he has been the go-to photographer for Subway, responsible for capturing their national and international print and outdoor ads, as well as their in-store displays.

Unflappable, Joe has made a career delivering memorable imagery with the utmost professionalism for products ranging from Scrubbing Bubbles to Jim Beam.

On shoot days, Joe's studio is filled with energy as clients indulge in mini candy bars. Meanwhile, Joe collaborates with a talented team of food stylists, special effects experts, and digital technicians. Together, they approach each shot with practiced efficiency, ensuring exceptional results and a track record of success.

Kyla Elaine is an Amsterdam-based photographer whose talents have recently earned her an impressive collection of awards from the International Photography awards, PX3 and One Eyeland.

Still life, lifestyle and product photography aren’t just her specialties; they are her playgrounds of creativity. From the inception of an idea, through the meticulous process of crafting it into reality, with the final touch of post production, Kyla stands as an unwavering guardian of perfection.

Kyla has had the privilege of collaborating with renowned brands such as Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Karl Lagerfeld, Polaroid and Zalando, weaving her artistic magic into their visual narratives. Yet, her creativity knows no bounds as she tirelessly pursues an endless list of personal projects, each one a testament to her passion for the craft.

Kyle David Moreno is an internationally renowned still life photographer with a base in Los Angeles. His expertise lies in capturing exquisite product photography within the realms of fashion, beauty, and technology.

Graduating with honors, Kyle earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from the prestigious Gayle Garner Roski School of Art and Design at the University of Southern California (USC).

With an unwavering focus on precision, a deep well of technical expertise, and an unbridled imagination, Kyle is an invaluable addition to any business or creative team fortunate enough to collaborate with him.

You can find KDM STUDIOS LA nestled in the heart of Culver City, California.

Award-winning digital artist Rüdiger Lauktien is driven by a passion to craft captivating, high-quality images that resonate deeply. Leveraging CGI/3D rendering, creative retouching, and photography, he channels his creativity to evoke emotion and captivate viewers.

Collaborating with his creative network, Lauktien & Friends, comprising photographers, artists, and illustrators, they continually strive for unparalleled photorealism and aesthetic appeal in their creations.

From emerging entrepreneurs to prominent European corporations, their portfolio spans diverse commissions, honing their expertise in realistic rendering and visual storytelling. Lauktien's consistent recognition among the 200 Best Digital Artists globally, four years running, speaks volumes about their mastery.

Nathan Kraxberger is a NYC-based photographer who resides in Brooklyn with his three kids.

Some recent work of Nathan's includes cosmetic texture work with stylist Celine Griscom, a location shoot of Aesop and Le Domaine with stylist Megan Krieman, as well as a non-alcoholic liquor studio shoot.

Finally, a great day in the studio with the slime masters at Sloomoo.

Ozan Gür is an Istanbul-based photographer specialising in still life and advertising photography. He is captivated by the interplay of light and shadow, leveraging their power to craft compelling compositions. Each frame he captures exudes the essence of fine art.

Ozan boasts a master retouching team with years of experience in advertising.

Having collaborated with global brands such as Nike, Nespresso, Puma, Chanel, Nutella, and Camper, Ozan infuses his artistic touch into their visual narratives.

He is always eager to work from his own studio whenever needed.

Richard Mountney is an award winning professional advertising photographer specialising in still life, drinks and liquids with more than 35 years' experience. His skills of liquid manipulation and precise lighting has naturally led to directing high quality video productions.

Richard’s client list is almost incalculable, but recent clients this past year include Ardbeg, Glenmorangie, Bladnoch and Tamdhu Whisky, Heverlee Pilsner, AstraZeneca and Baxters.

Richard has recently won a OneEyeland Golden Award for the World's Top 10 Still Life Photographers 2022, and over the years he has received many other awards, including a Gold Clio, two Cannes Lions, an EPICA and Campaign Press Awards.

Richard works in his own 2500 sq.ft fully equipped studio and does all retouching in-house. The studio can be rented out on request.

Have a look at Richard’s website to see a lot more of his work and please get in touch for any queries.

Sara Morris specialises in capturing still life, product, food, and drink photography. She possesses a unique talent for transforming ordinary objects into extraordinary visuals. Through her adept lighting techniques, Sara can highlight intricate details or craft stunning contrasts of light and shadow.

Equally comfortable at both large-scale productions with teams and more intimate shoots, Sara has also ventured into producing short animated or moving image content for her clients in recent years.

Sara shoots from her large studio in Haggerston, London N1. This comes fully equipped with a kitchen and a separate client area.

Please get in touch if you have a project you would like to discuss. Sara and her team look forward to hearing from you.

You can follow Sara on Instagram or check out her website. Sara is represented by Clare Fletcher.

Becca Maffett, the face behind the lens at Terragold Photo, is a Maryland-based photographer specialising in food, beverage, and product photography.

Her mastery of both artificial and natural lighting, attention to detail, and love for photography, helps to create unique imagery and unforgettable content.

Tom MacDonald is a still life photographer based in Brisbane, who specialises in jewellery and luxury goods. He cut his teeth in the London art world photographing fine objects for a prestigious auction house. As such, his attention to detail and respect for the object have lasted throughout his extensive career.

His exceptional compositional and lighting abilities have gained him clients such as the master jewellery designer Margot McKinney and Fondation Cartier among many more.

Tom is enthusiastic and approaches each brief with dedication. His professionalism and commitment to his clients means he brings experience, expertise and efficiency to any brief he works on.