Behind-the-scenes culinary lifestyle photography at Schilling, featuring authentic kitchen moments and chef preparation
Outdoor food preparation lifestyle photography, showcasing rustic culinary storytelling in a natural canoe setting
Warm editorial food styling for autumn advertising campaign, featuring seasonal ingredients and cozy atmosphere
The Clocktower NYC grand dining room interior with architectural archways and fine dining ambiance
Peak Bar NYC modern interior with panoramic city skyline views, capturing luxury hospitality atmosphere
Culinary Lifestyle

Editorial Food Photography

Storytelling through kitchen, culture, and craft.

The Art of the Story

New York • London • Worldwide

Sometimes food photography creates an independent story for advertising. Other times, it works with journalists on culinary lifestyle and kitchen photography that contributes to a larger editorial picture. My approach is rooted in journalism, focused on capturing unique angles and honing a specific point of view for every assignment.

Whether working with magazines, publishers, or brands, we prioritize the human element and the authentic atmosphere of the culinary world.

Chef Rita Sodi cooking pasta in a professional kitchen environment

In the Kitchen

Brent entered the photography world through journalism, learning early on the importance of a unique angle. His passion for capturing real-life moments translates directly into his food photography. He knows how chefs' kitchens work and moves efficiently to capture high-quality images without disrupting the flow of service.

Top-down overhead view of a restaurant table with shared plates and vibrant food

Flat Lay Food Photography

In a professional restaurant, everyone's hard work has one destination: the plate. Brent combines technical precision with an intuitive understanding of food. Whether in the kitchen or the dining room, he collaborates with chefs to capture the optimum moment of vibrancy and life for every dish.

Editorial Portfolio

Fine dining seafood appetizer
Eric Ripert holding fresh fish at Le Bernardin
Artfully plated scallop dish
Daniel Boulud in his kitchen
Appetizers at BlackTail NYC
Marcus Samuelsson profile
Clocktower restaurant interior
Atmosphere at Schilling
BlackTail wide interior
Scallops at The Hill
Chef plating with focus
Family style breakfast spread

Trusted by Global Brands, Agencies, and Hospitality Groups

American Express Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Chase Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
JP Morgan Chase Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
The Wall Street Journal Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
The New York Times Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
CNN Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
GQ Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Bon Appétit Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Food & Wine Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Shake Shack Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Nobu Restaurants Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Benihana Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Diageo Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
LVMH Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Tanqueray Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Ketel One Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Belvedere Vodka Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Baileys Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Patrón Tequila Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Cincoro Tequila Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
The Botanist Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Rosewood Hotel Group Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Union Square Hospitality Group Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Starr Restaurants Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Unilever Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Pepsi Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
NFL Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
NY Giants Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
NY Jets Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Bayou Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
American Express Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Chase Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
JP Morgan Chase Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
The Wall Street Journal Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
The New York Times Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
CNN Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
GQ Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Bon Appétit Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Food & Wine Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Shake Shack Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Nobu Restaurants Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Benihana Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Diageo Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
LVMH Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Tanqueray Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Ketel One Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Belvedere Vodka Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Baileys Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Patrón Tequila Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Cincoro Tequila Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
The Botanist Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Rosewood Hotel Group Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Union Square Hospitality Group Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Starr Restaurants Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Unilever Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Pepsi Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
NFL Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
NY Giants Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
NY Jets Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography
Bayou Logo - Client of Brent Herrig Photography

How Projects Work

A clear process from brief to delivery

01

Pre-Production

Brief, placements, shot list, styling direction, crew, and logistics. We align on deliverables before shoot day.

02

Production

Studio or on-location. Still and motion captured together when it improves efficiency and output.

03

Post + Delivery

Retouching, color, compositing, and exports organized by channel and usage.

Editorial Specializations

From the pass to the press kit, we cover every angle of the culinary narrative.

Chef Portrait Photography

Friendly, knowledgeable conversation that helps chefs open up. Results that have personality and individuality.

Restaurant Interior Photographer

Magazines & Editorial

Cookbook Production

Iconic portrait of Anthony Bourdain in a kitchen setting

Select Clients

A selection of brands, publications, and partners the studio has worked with in this category.

Publications

  • Food & Wine
  • Bon Appetit
  • The New York Times
  • GQ
  • CNN
  • The Wall Street Journal
  • New Jersey Monthly
  • Wine Spectator
  • Refinery29
  • Serious Eats

FAQ about Editorial Food Photography

When do you need an editorial photographer?

When a writer tells the story of a chef, restaurant, or brand, they make it personal to the reader. An editorial photographer does the same visually, capturing high-quality images that create the bigger picture.

How do you work with busy chefs?

Brent knows how kitchens work. We move efficiently to capture food and portraits in a respectful amount of time, often getting a great portrait in minutes to minimize disruption.

Do you shoot for magazines and books?

Yes, Brent has extensive experience working with journalists, magazine editors, and publishers on everything from cookbook recipes to feature stories.
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