Ask the Collective
The questions independent drinks founders ask most — answered. Distilled from years of community knowledge so the good stuff never disappears in the feed again.
Who are the recommended product photographers in London for bottle pack shots, styled serves, and white-background product photography?
Members recommend several London-based freelance photographers who specialise in product work for drinks brands, from simple beauty shots to styled photography. **Recommended photographers:** - **Jason Bailey** — highly recommended for pack shots and styled seasonal shoots; website: https://jasonbaileystudio.com/ - **Iona McLeod** — excellent for product work; contact: ionafmacleod@gmail.com - **Kiera Black** — produced great bottle pack shots and lightly styled shots with serve-in-glass for members; contact: kiera@bambammadame.com, website: www.bambammadame.com - **Chris Coulson** — recommended for product shots; members can request an introduction via DM - **Joseph Hall** — recommended for economical, efficient studio beauty shots with basic backdrop, lighting and simple setup - **Today's Tipple** — referenced for product photography work; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/todays_tipple **Key guidance from community:** When briefing photographers, members emphasize the importance of technical understanding. One member shared this resource on professional product photography standards: https://youtu.be/WIQsiD5C0ag, particularly highlighting the importance of sharp edges in product shots to make post-production editing easier. **Caveats:** Members note that turnaround speed varies; confirm timelines when commissioning work, especially for time-sensitive needs like wholesaler onboarding.
Which photographers specialise in cocktail and food product photography, particularly in the UK?
Members recommend the following specialist photographers for cocktail and food product work: - **Chris Coulson** — based in London (East); described as "great for photography". Portfolio: https://chriscoulson.co.uk/ - **The Cocktail Service** — offers cocktail and food photography support; members have connected their marketing teams. www.thecocktailservice.co.uk One member also mentioned **Rapidbars** (£850 + VAT, contact: tony@image-corporate.com) as a supplier of pop-up bar installations, though this is more for experiential setup than photography services. Members suggest reaching out directly via the websites or DM for specific quotes and availability.