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Making the Crackers the Star

Making crackers the star! This project shows how we created a fun charcuterie board for @partnerscrackers, featuring a star shape of their Snack Crackers. 'Tis the season for entertaining!

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Black Friday Shopping: Indulge

The warm, Mediterranean sun streamed through the kitchen window, perfectly illuminating the star of our latest culinary shoot: the vibrant Staub Cast Iron and Enamel Tomato Dutch Oven. Its deep, glossy red finish and intricate stem-and-leaf handle brought a playful yet elegant touch to the rustic scene, which was completed by a generous helping of bright, flavorful pasta a la fresca resting inside. This isn't just about food—it's about the feeling of effortless summer cooking, and the heirloom quality of a piece of cookware that will last a lifetime. As you finalize your holiday shopping list, remember that the best Black Friday buys aren't just gadgets and clothes; treat yourself or a loved one to this kind of indulgent culinary utensil that elevates every meal and photograph!

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Tick Stop

"Tick-tock... or perhaps, tick-stop? In the fast-paced world of CPG marketing and seasonal campaigns, time often feels like our most precious and fleeting resource. That's why we're here to tell you: you can create more time! Imagine a vibrant sand timer, its rich red grains flowing steadily, then magically resetting at your command

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Hot Apple Mulled Cider

Golden light, rich textures, and the perfect cozy prop story. We captured the soul of fall in this hot mulled apple cider. Let's tell the story of your next beverage.

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Crafting the Visual Story: Photographing a Master Brewer's Non-Alcoholic Beer

"As a food and beverage photographer, there's nothing more exciting than diving deep into a brand's story, especially when it involves a product as revolutionary and delicious as a non-alcoholic beer crafted by a master brewer. We recently had the incredible opportunity to build a comprehensive visual library for just such a brand, focusing on showcasing not just the product, but the entire elevated experience. From clean, crisp shots of the beautifully designed cans and full cases, highlighting the premium packaging, to vibrant captures of its unique flavor profiles (think subtle citrus zest or malty warmth!), every image was designed to convey the exceptional taste. We then brought the lifestyle element to life, photographing people genuinely enjoying this 'so, so, so delicious' brew in fun, authentic settings, perfectly illustrating its versatility. Finally, we explored exquisite food pairings, demonstrating how this non-alcoholic option can beautifully complement a gourmet meal or a casual snack, proving that sophisticated sips don't always need alcohol."

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Witches and Ghosts

October just got spooky-delicious! 👻 We channeled our inner witches this month to conjure up a terrifyingly tasty feast, all captured through the lens. Our shoot featured wickedly detailed marshmallow ghosts, a shimmering witches' spell table laden with captivating treats, and a few truly bizarre culinary creations like sugar "potions", sleek black candies, and a hauntingly good bowl of spaghetti topped with chocolate Nutella and candy eyeballs. To complete the coven, two stylish witches made a final, dramatic cheers over the bubbling cauldron with vibrant blood orange martinis, perfectly capturing the eerie, festive spirit of the season.

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Whole Foods Launch

GoodGood, our favorite jam client, is launching distribution into Whole Foods. Here is a stop motion created for kiosks with a collaborative lunchbox using EggLife wraps. Yummy! We loved the PBJ flavors rolled up in EggLife’s high protein wraps!

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Who Loves Olives?

We had an absolute blast partnering with Lindsay Olives to whip up some incredible new recipes, videos, and GIFs! Our top pick has to be this show-stopping chimichurri sauce, made with their delicious olives, quality EVOO, fresh herbs, and perfect seasonings. Trust us, it's the secret ingredient that'll make your grilled chicken truly unforgettable!

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Trading Beach Towels for Baking Sheets

Alright, sunshine lovers! Even though it's still early summer and most of us have barely dipped a toe in the ocean (or pool!), guess what? My brain has officially fast-forwarded to fall's marketing plan! 🍂

My studio is already in full autumn swing, buzzing with excitement! We're talking new props, fresh test shots, brilliant concepts, and delicious recipes all cooking up for some serious fall splendor. Want to get in on our cozy autumn calendar? Give us a shout!

And to kick things off with a little taste of what's to come, get ready for some serious comfort food vibes. We're welcoming the season with a delightful stop motion featuring these incredible home-baked cinnamon rolls, complete with fresh icing piped right before your eyes, and not one, but two hot cups of coffee! Get ready to feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

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California Dreaming

This test shoot was all about celebrating California's bold, delicious flavors. With cheeseburgers, Baja-style bites, and sun-soaked drone shots of LA flooding our social feeds, we drew inspiration straight from the Golden State’s current vibe.

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Be My Valentine

Would you be my Valentine?

Here are 3 delicious desserts we have created to appease chocolate lovers, banana chocolate lovers, and people who want something gorgeous with almost no work - the fantastic Ben and Jerry’s Cherry Garcia ice cream in a beautiful Anthropologie heart-shaped footed glass.

Enjoy!

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