The Fifth Element

Our photography blog explores the essential elements of cooking — fire, water, air, earth — and The Fifth Element that brings them all together: love.

Expect behind-the-scenes stories, client features and the passion that brings each image to life.
Maybe even the odd recipe or two!!

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Magic of Macarons
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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

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Rise of AI Imagery
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Rise of AI Imagery

…vs Genuine Food Photography
There can be no substitute
Despite the rise of AI-generated imagery, nothing compares to the authenticity, atmosphere and tactile appeal of professional stills photography

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Food Is Art, Framed on the Wall
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Food Is Art, Framed on the Wall

The Rising Sun
Food as art, framed and celebrated
We worked with The Rising Sun in Milland to produce 16 framed food photography prints now proudly displayed in their dining room – a true celebration of seasonal ingredients and local flavour

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Powered by Steam, Heart and History
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Powered by Steam, Heart and History

Hollycombe Steam In The Country
A journey down memory lane
From childhood memories to heritage preservation, this was a truly special project. We captured Hollycombe’s Mega Model Show and the restored Liphook Signal Box – honouring steam, history and the volunteers who keep it all alive

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Fine Indian Cuisine and Decor
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Fine Indian Cuisine and Decor

The Dilli
From a chance encounter to an ongoing creative collaboration.
We helped The Dilli launch with interior and exterior photography, then returned to capture their grand opening and beautiful dessert menu. A visual story of passion, flavour and community from day one

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