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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Afternoon Tea Week
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Afternoon Tea Week

Celebrate Afternoon Tea Week (11–17 August)
A nod to the timeless British ritual of tea, treats and togetherness. Discover its history, charm and why now’s the perfect time to indulge.

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British Summer Berries
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British Summer Berries

Summer Berries (and Cherries!)
Celebrate organic British berries with a visual story of raspberries, strawberries, blackberries and blueberries (and cherries too!). Explore the emotion and flavour of pick-your-own traditions and seasonal food photography.

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Organic English Heritage Tomatoes
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Organic English Heritage Tomatoes

The Taste of English Summer
English heritage tomatoes are the kind of ingredient that makes you slow down. No two are alike. They’re beautifully imperfect, full of flavour and rich in visual texture

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Beautiful Chaos of Eton Mess
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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.

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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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Proudly Local, Fiercely Independent
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Proudly Local, Fiercely Independent

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

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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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Two Shoots, One City, Endless Team Spirit
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Two Shoots, One City, Endless Team Spirit

Ibis Hotels, Belfast
Two shoots, one city, endless team spirit
From guest rooms to burgers and check-ins, we captured it all at Ibis City Centre and Queens Quarter. Back-to-back shoots, made possible by hands-on, hardworking teams and a shared passion for great hospitality

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