Kris Kirkham is an award-winning food, drink, and still life photographer based in London, known for bold, elevated visuals and a strong commercial eye.

This new series explores the role of hands in food photography—how a well-placed gesture can add story, movement, or warmth, without ever taking focus from the real hero: the food. From syrup-drenched cakes and bubbling traybakes to delicate plating moments, each shot is designed to feel tactile, inviting, and authentic.

A former chef, Kris brings 15 years of kitchen experience to every brief. His recent work includes packaging and POS campaigns for Waitrose and Lidl, as well as ongoing ATL collaborations with brands such as Nando’s, Itsu, and Deliveroo.

Kris was named one of Lürzer’s Archive Top 200 Advertising Photographers, a finalist in two categories at the 2025 World Food Photography Awards, and received seven nominations and two honourable mentions at the International Color Awards.