Food, Drink & Hospitality Photography Stories from Sequoia Studios
The Fifth Element
Behind the Lens of Food and Drink Photography
Welcome to The Fifth Element, our blog celebrating professional food, drink and hospitality photography throughout Surrey, Hampshire, West Sussex, across the UK and abroad.
Here we explore the essential elements of cooking — fire, water, air and earth — and the fifth element that brings them all together: love.
Expect behind-the-scenes stories, client features, creative insights and the passion that turns every image into a story worth sharing
Beautiful Chaos of Eton Mess
Eton Mess: A Delicious Disaster
Whether you’re a patisserie owner, a chef or just someone who loves celebrating seasonal food, Eton Mess is a reminder that sometimes, the most memorable things are the ones that aren't perfect at all.
Magic of Macarons
There’s something about a macaron
Perfectly round. Feather-light. Crisp on the outside, soft and chewy inside…the little treat that’s always camera-ready
The Wheatsheaf Inn, Grayswood, Surrey
The Wheatsheaf Inn
A relaxed and characterful pub reborn in Grayswood, Surrey
Our photography for The Wheatsheaf Inn focuses on atmosphere, natural textures and enticing food that support their website, social media and wider hospitality marketing.
The Rising Sun, Milland, West Sussex
The Rising Sun
Bespoke fine art food photography
Some projects come from cold emails or business cards. Others begin over good food and great conversation. Read how a birthday lunch turned into a bespoke commission for 16 framed food photographs adorning The Rising Sun’s dining room…
The Lion’s Den – Café Photography
The Lion’s Den
Bold flavours and a café with heart.
We first partnered with The Lion’s Den after a simple Facebook post. Now, our food and venue photography bring their dishes and premises to life – across both Haslemere and their second café in Midhurst
Carlo Independent Italian Restaurant, Haslemere
Where Passion and Partnership Meet
An email that led to a lasting partnership.
Our journey with Carlo began before he opened his doors in Haslemere. Since then, we’ve built his website, managed his social media and continue to tell his story through visuals and words
The Dilli – Restaurant Photography in Haslemere
Fine Indian Cuisine and Warm Hospitality
From a chance encounter in Haslemere to a beautifully crafted visual story.
We helped The Dilli launch with interior and exterior photography, documented their opening celebration and returned to capture a refined collection of Indian desserts. A warm, community-focused story told through imagery from day one.