https://sheaevans.com https://sheaevans.com/INFO/ABOUT/1 https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/1/pf-media/Frlys_MshSnd__SheaEvans_01.jpgMushroom Egg Breakfast Sandwich Oakland Airport HospitalityA mushroom and egg breakfast sandwich on a table with other breakfast items, directional strobe light mimicking a morning window in a windowless restaurant at Oakland International Airport. Made for a Bay Area restaurant group operating at OAK. Airport hospitality food photography for concession operators whose guests expect menu imagery that feels honest and made-from-scratch. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/2/pf-media/Ccktl_CW_HFFSD26_H_V2.jpgFive Cocktails Backlit Pool of Light SFO Airport BarFive cocktails arranged in a pool of backlit light at a San Francisco airport bar, each glass glowing against a dark surface. The lighting setup was brought on location — no ambient airport light in the frame. Beverage photography for airport hospitality brands building a bar program identity at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/3/pf-media/CitrusPeels_02_SheaEvansv2.jpgCitrus Peels, Robin egg blue plate, Napa ValleyCitrus peels, arranged on a robin's egg blue plate, showing both orange and grapefruit peels, the fruit cut from them cleanly by a knife. The lighting is later afternoon with glow and a few hard shadows. The image was made by a Napa Valley food and wine photographer for a winery client. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/4/pf-media/GrpTst_Oklndsh_02.jpgThree Breakfast Toasts Oakland Airport Hotel Morning LightThree open-face breakfast toasts — apple, smoked salmon with capers, avocado — on a warm wood surface with a cup of tea, shot at an upscale Oakland airport hotel. A large softbox dialed to replicate directional morning window light in a room with no windows. Airport and hotel hospitality photography for food brands that need menu assets shot on property without natural light access. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/5/pf-media/Cioppino2023_01-4.jpgCioppino family style, marble table, San FranciscoCioppino served family style at a marble table, shot from above. The table shows a home meal in progress with bits of bread on the surface, a few bowls with cioppino in them already and a couple of wine glasses. It's lit in a directional hard light with sharp shadows, almost like afternoon where the sun isn't too low in the sky, but the effect is achieved via strobes inside a windowless studio. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/6/pf-media/GrpDrk_BB_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgCold coffee, directional light, San DiegoTwo iced coffees — one mocha — alongside a cold matcha, all in glass vessels with Better Buzz Coffee branding. Soft directional light built with a strobe and softbox to feel like a window at a small neighborhood coffee shop. Shot on location at the San Diego airport, away from any natural light https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/7/pf-media/InteriorPizza_ERT_V01.jpgPizza mid-meal, assorted slices, directional lightVarious pizza slices from different pizzas formed into the shape of a single pizza, bites already taken. Parmesan, red pepper flakes and honey nearby. The story of a food icon's versatility. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/8/pf-media/RaleysWhiteCocktail_01.jpgCocktail Party Vignette, Afternoon Sunlight, Wine countryA scene of cocktails in vintage glass flutes, citrus wheel garnishes with a brass punch bowl nearby with abundant fruit. The scene is in progress, with various parts of the cocktails including rosemary stems and pomegranate seeds on the surface, this party has neither just started or just finished. The light is hard and directional but the shadows are filled, there's contrast and color but it feels natural even though it was made in a studio. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/9/pf-media/Rose2021Redux_1.jpgRose Wine Vignette, Three Glasses One Bottle, Napa CaliforniaThree glasses of rose wine, arranged as though the person taking the photograph just found the scene, while the friends are still there, just out of frame, shot from above with a bottle, half full casting a long glowing shadow. There's a strip of brighter light in a diagonal shape down part of the image, making it look like the sun, coming through a few light curtains, but all of this was made in a windowless room with light stands holding curtains and strobes achieving the right balance of highlight and shadow. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/10/pf-media/RAW-Honeycomb02_SheaEvansv2.jpgGlowing honeycomb on parchment, raking lightThe work of thousands of bees, - chunks of honeycomb, styled in an abstract arrangement with drizzles of honey on top and around them. The light source is very low, raking light across the texture of the honey and the honeycomb making it glow. While it's directional and diagonal lighting from a strobe and softbox it reads almost like elevated natural light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/11/pf-media/Solo26EVOO_1pk_SheaEvans.jpgOlive oil bottle, minimal styling, complex directional lightA single bottle of 100% pure, single estate extra virgin olive oil, pressed in Italy, for a boutique west coast olive oil brand, in a scene of cement walls and surface with complex directional lighting. Despite the complexity, with areas of highlight and shadow shaped to draw attention to the olive oil bottle, this image was made with only one strobe in a studio by using a lot of other physical elements outside the image composition that broke or blocked the light, resulting in an image of shadow and glow. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/12/pf-media/GranolaCinema.gifHotel breakfast cinemagraph, wine country, window lightBreakfast in bed cinemagraph — a hotel bowl of granola, yogurt and fresh berries, sunlight streaming through blinds blowing in the breeze. The light moving back and forth across the scene, infinitely. Shot entirely with natural light in a wine country hotel. Cinemagraph motion content for hospitality and food brands whose story is about the moment, not the menu. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/13/pf-media/ChckTc_TS_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgChicken taco lunch scene, clear branding, San DiegoA lunch scene at The Taco Stand, a San Diego brand bringing the handmade taco tradition of Tijuana and the Baja Peninsula north of the border — tortillas, guacamole, and salsas made from scratch daily. A brightly colored plate of chicken tacos with chips and a drink, as if just sitting down to eat, the branding visible in the frame. Soft directional light built to feel like a big window, photographed on location in a windowless room at the San Diego airport. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/14/pf-media/250802CornMacro_gallery.jpgCorn Cob, macro detail, raking lightClassic summer crop, a corn cob - green husk, silk and kernels — photographed with enough macro detail that the soft hairs on each kernel are visible. Raking light reveals the texture of the surface in a way that softer light never could. Made using focus stacking, combining 25 individually focused images into a single sharply resolved frame. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/15/pf-media/KeyLimePie06.jpgKey lime pie, macro texture, afternoon lightKey lime pie photographed close up with key lime slices artfully arranged in a line and a whipped cream dollop on the surface, showing marble surface behind the pie. The lighting is hard shadows from strongly directional light conveying the idea of a treat in the afternoon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/16/pf-media/Ravioli03.jpgRavioli Prep, Late afternoon, San FranciscoRaw handmade ravioli, flour-dusted wooden surface, from an editorial shoot at a San Francisco restaurant kitchen. Natural light, soft and directional from a window just out of frame. A great meal is just about to happen. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/17/pf-media/BlackGarlicCacaoAguachile_ClaudetteZepeda_03_SheaEvansv2.jpgWine Pairing Meal, Brand clear, SonomaAn Aguachile dish from chef Claudette Zepeda, paired with a glass of Kosta Browne, bottle visible. Dappled afternoon light — strong shadows, warm tones — built in a windowless room with a prop stylist who brought exactly the right surfaces. A private meal just about to start. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/18/pf-media/FirePickle_01.jpgPickled chile jar, macro detail, bright lightHomemade pickled chiles going into a glass jar — vinegar bubbles and vibrant green slices filling the frame. The overlapping ovals are both graphically geometric and loosely organic. The kind of detail shot that gives a food brand's visual story somewhere to breathe. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/19/pf-media/TuesdayUpdate-12.jpgCucumber Salad, Directional light glow, sparse proppingA Japanese cucumber salad — thinly sliced, sweet vinegar sauce catching the light against sesame seeds. Minimal ingredients, carefully chosen. Two lights: one acting as the sun, one to keep the shadows honest. Concrete countertop, modern wall, the feeling of late afternoon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/20/pf-media/MirepoixNOBLUERedux_01.jpgMirepoix Prep Scene Studio Food Advertising SFA bowl of freshly diced mirepoix — onion, celery, carrot — the building block of a stock or braise, staged with vegetable broth visible in the frame to tell the full cooking story. Loosely styled by a professional food stylist to read as a real prep moment, carefully lit with a directional studio strobe that separates the individual colors of the dice without making the scene look lit. Professional prop stylist on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food and cooking brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/21/pf-media/FruitSmoothieNOBLUERedux_01.jpgSmoothie Prep Studio Directional Light San FranciscoSmoothie ingredients on a marble surface — fruit, honey, flax seed, an empty blender waiting. Hard diagonal strobe from one side chosen specifically to make the fruit colors pop and lead the eye through the frame in the order a campaign layout would require. The whole scene staged to look unstaged, built by a professional food stylist and prop stylist in a windowless studio. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California health and produce brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/22/pf-media/D-SalumiHang01.jpgHandmade salumi hanging, wine country storyHandmade salumi hanging in a St. Helena kitchen, tags with handwritten notes marking the careful work of the butcher. Backlit from a window just out of frame, one salumi sharp among many, the rest falling softly out of focus. Natural light, no intervention, a found moment. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/23/pf-media/WebEggs.jpgSoft boiled eggs, contrasting colors, San FranciscoSoft boiled eggs split in half, resting on salt. Deep orange yolks against the inner blue of the bowl, hard afternoon light pushing the colors apart. A simple thing, made carefully. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/24/pf-media/NoirWineCinemagraph_SheaEvans200724.gifWine scene cinemagraph, Sonoma afternoonTwo glasses of Kosta Browne Pinot Noir, a bowl of fresh cherries, afternoon light moving slowly through window blinds across the scene. A cinemagraph looping infinitely — Sonoma on a quiet afternoon that keeps not ending. Personal work, later licensed by Kosta Browne. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/25/pf-media/CioppinoHolding02.jpgCioppino, made from scratch, San FranciscoA pot of cioppino, San Francisco's fisherman stew, held at the table just before it's set down. The stylist's hands presenting it the way a cook does when they want you to see what they made. Soft directional light, a warmer and quieter version of this dish than you usually see. Made from scratch, styled by a professional. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/26/pf-media/WinterCocktailRedux_01.jpgAfternoon cocktails, dappled light, crafted sceneCocktails and popcorn in a holiday scene, dappled afternoon light made in a windowless studio with a strobe and a cucoloris — a light-blocking panel cut to replicate the pattern of sun through leaves or a window screen. The effect lands as a specific hour of day, built entirely from artificial light. Professional food and prop stylists on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California brands running seasonal and holiday campaigns. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/27/pf-media/WinterCocktailRedux_02.jpgChampagne holiday vignette, dappled lightChampagne on ice, full glasses, holiday props catching the dappled light. Light made with a cucoloris out of frame, the broken pattern falling across the scene like sun through a window screen. Styled by a professional food stylist for Raley's. The party is about to start. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/28/pf-media/V_Centro-14.jpgThree cocktails, dappled light, upscale barThree cocktails on dark wood, leather upholstery behind them, a minimalist bar scene. Dappled light from a cucoloris cutting across the surface, the kind of light that makes a quiet drink feel like an event. Two lights total. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/29/pf-media/SushiRedux_01.jpgNigiri group, macro texture San FranciscoNigiri, salmon, yellowtail, mackerel, arranged tightly together, a single strobe raking across the surface to pull out the texture of the fish. Made for a San Francisco restaurant that wanted to do more than photograph every dish on the menu https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/30/pf-media/WhiskeyRocksLimeCOLOR.jpgWhiskey Tumbler, Glowy light, personal workWhiskey on the rocks, shot from above, ice melting on marble, a squeezed lime nearby. The shadows are recolored in post, a deliberate choice to push the image somewhere slightly beyond real. Personal work exploring what color can do when light alone isn't enough. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/31/pf-media/BlueberryCobblerWholeMissing02.jpgBlueberry cobbler, messy delicious, afternoon treatBlueberry cobbler, no plate needed, still in the baking dish, a spoon resting where the first few bites were, strobe light built to feel like late afternoon, unclear if the eater is finished or about to take another bite. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/32/pf-media/D-FriedChicken01.jpgFried Chicken, Skillet Served, Napa EateryFried chicken piled high in a cast iron skillet on a rustic wood table, grilled lemons and sage alongside. Backlit by a large window, a white bounce card in front to open the shadows and keep the texture of the crust visible. Family style, Napa Valley. Dig in. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/33/pf-media/Santo_BldMry_2025_V.jpgBloody Mary Color Contrast Denver International AirportA Bloody Mary at Denver International Airport, the deep red of the drink and the garnish photographed against a light brown background with portable strobe. Airport beverage photography for full-service restaurant and bar concession brands at DEN. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/34/pf-media/FrmrBrwn_GrpDsh_SheaEvans_02.jpgElevated southern food, fast casual, San FranciscoShot from above, a table of dishes that feels like friends who've all ordered something different — cobb salad, chicken and waffles, creole shrimp, fried chicken sandwich, pulled pork. The top is already off the hot sauce. Wine and cocktails ready. Airport food photography for fast casual hospitality brands operating at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/35/pf-media/YellowOrangeRedux_01.jpgWarm Produce Spread Studio Saturated Background SFA studio produce spread in the orange and yellow range — melons, lemons, peppers, peaches, grapefruit, parsnips, and jicama — assembled by a professional food stylist. Raking studio strobe from one side pulls texture and shadow across every curved surface. Part of a three-spread series demonstrating seasonal palette range within a consistent studio approach. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California produce and seasonal campaign brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/36/pf-media/SthWstSld_Oklndsh_01.jpgProtein Bowl, lunch scene, raking lightProtein bowl of beans, chicken, chorizo and avocado at the Oakland airport. Fresh food will travel. Raking light pulls the texture of every ingredient. Airport hospitality menu photography for concession operators offering health-forward fast casual menus. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/37/pf-media/220422_Loveski_WS_SheaEvans_18.jpgElevated bagel, clear branding, minimal strong colorA bagel with cream cheese and salmon roe, classic pickle spear alongside, a wrapped sandwich in branded paper for later. On location at Loveski Deli in Napa, a softbox creating textured light that feels like the deli's own window. The kind of place that wraps your lunch like it matters. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/38/pf-media/DelMar_Strawberry_AdobeGlass1_SheaEvansv2.jpgMargarita, minimal dappled light glow, beach afternoonA margarita in a short tumbler, a single lime nearby gives a pop of complementary color. Dappled light across the whole scene, a palm leaf shadow cutting through the foreground. The beach afternoon feeling, built entirely in a studio. Shot for a California coastal hospitality brand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/39/pf-media/WhiskeyPeach02.gifWhiskey neat, cinemagraph, unending afternoonWhiskey neat in a tumbler, a cinemagraph looping the wiggle of the liquid as if the glass was just set down. Peaches nearby, some home workshop tools on the surface, an afternoon that has no particular schedule. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/40/pf-media/SquabSunchoke_KimAlter_01WEB_.jpgDelicate plating, wine pairing, dappled afternoonSquab and sunchoke, a dish by San Francisco chef Kim Alter, shot for a wine pairing event hosted in Sonoma by Kosta Browne. Dappled afternoon light built on location at night. Styled by a professional food stylist with props chosen to let the plating speak https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/41/pf-media/V_Centro-17.jpgOctopus marinating, rich texture, raking lightOctopus marinating in lime juice, garlic, jalapeños and shallots, raking light pulling the texture into sharp relief. Colors limited to lavender, greens and yellows. Unglamorous prep work made glamorous. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/42/pf-media/SearedScallopswithGrilledBabyBokChoyGrapefruitandCrackedCoriander2014.jpgSeared scallops, raking light, fresh popSeared scallops with grilled baby bok choy, cracked coriander, a wedge of grapefruit already squeezed. Raking strip light from low, making blues, grays and pinks interplay across the plate. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/43/pf-media/SherryVinaigrette_01_SheaEvans.jpgSherry vinaigrette, macro details, bubbles of lightSherry vinaigrette, olive oil just poured into a glass jar with sherry vinegar, oil bubbles of every size floating above the red below. Backlit, creating glow and contrast in the liquid. The kind of thing a cook sees and a camera usually misses. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/44/pf-media/DrinkSnapperTail01.jpgRed snapper on ice, raking lightRed snapper on ice, tail to body, ready for the knife. Low raking light across the scales. The fish before it becomes dinner. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/45/pf-media/FireGreens_02_SheaEvans.jpgStir fried greens, raking light, homemadeGreens stir fried Thai style, fermented bean seasoning and peanuts over rice. Natural raking afternoon light, strong directional shadows. The kind of weeknight dinner that deserves a better photograph than it usually gets. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/46/pf-media/Web-Res-RawRamenKnife01.jpgRaw ramen noodles, raking light, prep sceneHandmade ramen noodles, loosely arranged on a floured work surface next to a Japanese vegetable knife, a small bowl of flour and a bowl of whole eggs alongside. Styled by a professional food stylist. The raking light is so low the entire image almost glows. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/47/pf-media/KnifeCocktail01_SheaEvansv2.jpgParing knife, dark, whisky glowHandmade paring knife, shot from above in a dark scene framed by peach slices, whiskey in two tumblers and ice on slate. The glow from one glass illuminates the blade. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/48/pf-media/Ind_StaRitaHills_Stairs.jpgPinot Noir Bottle, industrial setting, hard lightA bottle of Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir on an industrial metal staircase for Kosta Browne, wire railings streaking diagonally across the frame, creating movement in stillness. The label lit by a single strobe in an otherwise dark scene. Almost monochromatic, the burgundy foil at the top of the bottle is the only thing that signals this is a color image. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/49/pf-media/250804BlueberriesMacro_gallery.jpgBlueberries, Focus Stacking Macro, Raking lightBlueberries, focus stacked from thirty images into one, raking light across the surface. The waxy bloom on each berry, the small star at the base, color shifting from deep blue to near black in the shadows. What the fruit actually looks like, closer than the eye usually gets. Personal work targeted at farm and agricultural brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/50/pf-media/StrawberryMacro.jpgStrawberry, focus stacked, professional stylingStrawberries, focus stacked from twenty-five images into one, raking light across the surface. The fine hairs and tiny seeds on each berry, color shifting from bright red to near black in the shadows. What the fruit actually looks like, closer than the eye usually gets. Personal work, with Driscoll's and similar farm brands in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/51/pf-media/250806CoffeeBeanMacro_gallery.jpgRoasted Coffee Beans, Macro, Raking LightRoasted coffee beans, focus stacked from thirty-two images into one, raking light across the surface. The fine cracks and oils on each bean visible at a scale the eye doesn't normally reach. Personal work, with Peet's and similar craft coffee brands in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/52/pf-media/Citrusinspo.jpgSliced tangerine, raking light, citrus brandA sliced tangerine, face open to the camera, deep green leaves and whole fruit nearby. Two colors only, orange and green. Raking light cutting shadow into the surface, making the segments glow. Personal work, with Ojai Pixie Tangerines and California citrus brands in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/53/pf-media/ShallotBake_SheaEvansv2.jpgRoasted shallots, real mess, raking lightShallots quartered and roasted on a sheet pan, the separated layers catching raking studio light. An outtake from a Thanksgiving shoot where these played a supporting role. Sometimes the background ingredient is just as compelling as the intended photograph. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/54/pf-media/BURG_STYLE_THREE_VERT_CH_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgPinot Noir, Sonoma, directional hard lightThree magnum bottles of Kosta Browne Pinot Noir on a live edge wooden bar, a cracked cement wall behind them, flowers wrapping around the base. Hard directional light that treats the bottles like sculpture. Shot for Kosta Browne, Sonoma. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/55/pf-media/OliveOil2024redux.jpgBoutique olive oil, St. Helena, pool of lightThree bottles of boutique olive oil made in St. Helena, arranged on wood and cement blocks with olive branches catching the light behind them. Shot on location in a room that wasn't built for photography. Turning a brand's available spaces into studio-quality environments is one of the things I do. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/56/pf-media/MusselsBasilLinguine03.jpgMussels linguine, still in the pan, Wine CountryBlack mussels filling a pan, a fork twirling pasta against a spoon. No time for plating. Low angle side lighting makes the pasta glow. Wine Country. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/57/pf-media/SalmonCouscous_02_SheaEvansLI.jpgSalmon couscous, wine pairing, a meal outGrilled salmon on couscous, cherry tomato halves, sauteed leeks, a black plate in an upscale San Francisco Italian restaurant. White wine bottle and glass entering the frame from above. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Food-and-Drink-Photographer/58/pf-media/PurpleRedRedux_01.jpgPurple Red Produce Spread Studio Food Advertising SFBlood oranges, eggplant, purple cabbage, red onion, and red grapes — a single-palette produce spread assembled by a professional food stylist and prop stylist over hours of careful selection and placement to read as naturally composed. Raking studio strobe from one side pulls the texture of each surface forward and deepens the contrast between the reds and purples. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California produce, health food, and CPG brands building seasonal campaign imagery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/1/pf-media/DrinkRutherfordGrapeDetail02.jpgGreen Grapes, afternoon glow, St. Helena vineyardGreen grapes on the vine in St. Helena, California, grape leaves framing the bunch with pockets of highlight and shadow. Late afternoon sun doing the work. The vineyard as the studio. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/2/pf-media/DrinkWineryView01.jpgMorning Mayacamas, Napa hills, Sunrise lightSunrise over the Mayacamas Mountains, looking east toward Napa Valley. Olive trees and a small farm in the foreground, clear sky above. The land behind the label. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/3/pf-media/DrinkTim04.jpgWine country chef portrait, kitchen, intentional lightPortrait of a chef at his station in a wine country kitchen, hands relaxed on the cutting board, a glass of white wine in frame. He looks directly at the camera. Lit to look like a formal portrait in an informal space. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/4/pf-media/TastingLounge_FirePit_11.jpgLifestyle Models, Winery scene, SonomaA group of professional models around a large stone fire pit at a Sonoma winery, a bottle of wine on the edge, flames in the lower corner. Caught in a moment of shared enjoyment, open shade keeping the light even. The kind of lifestyle shoot a wine country brand commissions when it wants to sell the experience, not just the bottle. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/5/pf-media/TuesdayUpdate-1-2.jpgMale model, wine tasting, Sebastopol courtyardA male model in Kosta Browne's Sebastopol courtyard, face and sunglasses lifted to the afternoon sun, a glass of their crafted Pinot Noir twirling in his hand. Backlit, unhurried. The winery shoot that looks like it wasn't one. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/6/pf-media/LMR-SalmonCaviar01.jpgSmoked salmon caviar winery food photography NapaCold smoked salmon with ripe cherries, edible flowers, and a tureen of caviar in a pool of coconut milk, served in stoneware. A glass of rosé blurred but sparkling in the background. Composed plating for a destination winery resort in Napa Valley. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/7/pf-media/WC_Thumb-2.jpgRosé glass, afternoon shadows, winery tasting roomA single glass of rosé on an oak side table, tan leather bench behind in the tasting room of an upscale wine country winery. A single strobe outside the window creates the feel of an afternoon tasting appointment. Made to look like it wasn't made. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/8/pf-media/Golf_SandTrapGraphic_03.jpgWente Vineyards golf course Livermore Valley CaliforniaWente Vineyards golf course in Livermore Valley, a flag pin and sand traps in the foreground, vineyards ringing the course beyond. Asymmetrical crop weighted to the sky. The kind of destination property that sells the whole experience, not just the wine. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/9/pf-media/RoseBeetSalad01.jpgRosé Pinot Noir and beet salad pairing, natural lightRosé of Pinot Noir in sharp focus, a glass and beet arugula salad pairing behind. Natural light backlit through large windows visible in the frame, the bottle glowing. Wine and food pairing photography for an exclusive Napa Valley wine country destination. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/10/pf-media/SheaLMRVineyard01190718_Shea_Evans.jpgGrape Vines Backlit Setting Sun St Helena VineyardGrape vines shot from below, backlit by the setting sun, vibrant green glowing against deep blue sky. Negative space left for design or copy. The kind of vineyard image built for a campaign, not a brochure. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/11/pf-media/LambLoinTart_TylerAnderson_04WEB_.jpgLamb loin tart with Kosta Browne Pinot Noir pairingLamb loin tart by Top Chef alumni Tyler Anderson, plated alongside a bottle and glass of Kosta Browne Pinot Noir. A prop stylist made sure nothing in this frame was accidental. Prop stylist on set. The simplest images require the most decisions. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/12/pf-media/StonyHillGrapeDetail-13.jpgGrape cluster macro, open shade, Napa Valley harvestA cluster of Stony Hill grapes in sharp focus, leaves and vine blurred into abstract supporting shapes, open shade. A quiet moment before harvest begins. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/13/pf-media/MeatCheese01.jpgCapocollo, salami, parmesan, dappled summer lightCapocollo and salami on one plate, chunks of parmesan on another, shot from above in natural dappled summer light. An unhurried moment before a tasting at a destination Sonoma winery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/14/pf-media/SoliShrimpPie02.jpgShrimp, pea, ricotta wood fired pizza, dappled lightShrimp, pea, asparagus, and ricotta pizza with charred lemon wheels, made outdoors in a wood fired oven in dappled natural light. The kind of food that photographs itself — if you know where to stand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/15/pf-media/KB_LoungeVignette_MidWide_02_SheaEvans2025-3.jpgTasting scene, Healdsburg courtyard, afternoon lightKosta Browne Pinot Noir and Chardonnay on a courtyard table in Healdsburg, two sets of tasting glasses already poured, notes alongside. Dappled light throwing pockets of glow and shadow across the scene. The tasting already underway. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/16/pf-media/RavioloUovo_02_SheaEvansLI.jpgRaviolo Uovo, window light, Alexander ValleyRaviolo Uovo at a destination winery in Alexander Valley, Sonoma County. A large softbox mimicking window light, the diffuse wrap giving the dish a quiet luminosity. The kind of food photography that makes you want to be in that room. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/17/pf-media/ThisONe.jpgSpring vineyard landscape, CalistogaA spring vineyard landscape in Calistoga, young vines on wooden frames, irrigation lines catching the late afternoon light, a riot of green from the valley floor to the mountains. Shot for an exclusive Calistoga resort. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/18/pf-media/D-MusicianCrowd03.jpgWinery concert series, bluegrass mandolin, summerA bluegrass musician back to camera, mandolin in sharp focus, a joyful couple dancing in the blurred background among wine country guests. Summer sun, outdoor winery concert series. The experience that sells the membership before the wine does. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/19/pf-media/D-HamSliders01.jpgHam sliders, farm to table dinner, St. HelenaHam sliders and cheddar biscuits with jam on a long wooden board, carried by a waiter at an outdoor farm to table dinner in St. Helena. Natural light, the food as unpretentious as the setting. This is what wine country looks like when it's not trying. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/20/pf-media/TastingLounge_UpperPatio_MidWide_05.jpgWine tasting, professional models, open shadeTwo professional models directed as a couple at a wine tasting, relaxed and mid-conversation, open shade keeping the light even and flattering. Photographed for a destination winery in Sonoma. Lifestyle campaign photography that looks like a Saturday afternoon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/21/pf-media/KB_KitchenVignette_Lifestyle_02-19.jpgKosta Browne Pinot Noir tasting flight pour SebastopolA professional model as hospitality director pours Kosta Browne Pinot Noir into a tasting flight of glasses in Sebastopol. A detail image from a full lifestyle campaign — the kind of shot that only happens when the client trusts you in the room. Natural light, nothing staged. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/22/pf-media/EJOutdoorWineryVIEW03.jpgE.J. Church wine bottle, teak table, golden hourA bottle of E.J. Church in sharp focus on a teak outdoor table, snacks and wine glasses blurred in the foreground. Golden hour sun behind the bottle, green lawn and trees glowing beyond. The last light of a wine country afternoon, caught before it was gone. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/23/pf-media/AtTheTable04.jpgProfessional models, outdoor dining, olive grove shadeProfessional models dining at a table set in an olive grove, the green shade even and flattering. A food stylist and prop stylist prepared the tablescape — full production, wine country setting. The kind of lifestyle campaign shoot that looks like it happened by accident. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/24/pf-media/VineyardWalk01-5.jpgVineyard manager, spring vines, morning dew, SonomaA vineyard manager walks young vines on metal stakes in spring, dew on the grass and leaves catching the light. Rows leading the eye to the trees beyond. The people behind the wine, in the place where it begins. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/25/pf-media/RedFifeTortelloni_JoeSasto_alt_06_SheaEvansv2.jpgRed Fife Tortelloni, composed plating, bare bulb shadowsRed Fife Tortelloni by Top Chef alumni Joe Sasto, served at a wine pairing dinner for a destination winery in Sonoma. Shadows cast by a wine glass and bottle, created by a bare bulb strobe, guiding the eye directly to the dish in its stoneware bowl. Light as composition. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/26/pf-media/AVVineyardSunset06-10.jpgSunset Alexander Valley, vineyards and redwoodsVineyards in Alexander Valley shot across the rows rather than down them, extending toward the redwood forest beyond. The sun low and backlit, outlining leaves and trees in gold. A landscape that reminds you why the wine tastes like it does. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/27/pf-media/AVGrapeDetail09-9.jpgGrape clusters, lens flare, Alexander Valley sunsetRed and green grape clusters on the vine in Alexander Valley, the setting sun creating a lens flare of orange across the corner of the frame. A deliberate choice for wineries looking for vineyard imagery that doesn't look like everyone else's. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/28/pf-media/DrinkLadderTreeSunset01.jpgTreehouse in oak tree, vineyard view, wine countryA ladder disappears into a treehouse built into an oak tree overlooking the vineyards, late sun catching the wood and leaves. This isn't industrial farming, this is generational agriculture, families as part of the work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/29/pf-media/DrinkNapaValleyMerlot.jpgMerlot glass, open bottle, Napa Valley, loose sceneA glass of Napa Valley Merlot backlit by a large window, the bottle, cork, and wine key loosely arranged nearby. A prop stylist crafted the scene to feel found rather than arranged. The difference between a wine image and a story about wine. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/30/pf-media/LiveFirePeppers.jpgCayenne peppers on live fire grill, wine country dinnerCayenne peppers on a live fire flat top grill at an exclusive summer dinner in wine country. The kind of image for a brand that wants to tell the complete story, not just part of it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/31/pf-media/TastingLounge_ClassicTasting_04_SheaEvansv2.jpgWente Vineyards outdoor wine tasting luncheon, LivermoreA tablescape by a food stylist lays out salad, wood fired pizzas and nuts amongst glasses of white and red wine, the Wente label on a bottle in the center of frame and sharp focus. Professional models' hands hold glasses and gesture, mid moment. An ad that invites but doesn't yell. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/32/pf-media/TastingLounge_UpperPatioPour_01.jpgWine pour, lifestyle model, Wente Vineyards LivermoreA professional model pours wine from a small carafe at Wente Vineyards in Livermore, sparkles and bubbles catching the light at the bottom of the glass, a slight smile crossing her face. Shot timed for the pour, natural light. The moment between sitting down and settling in. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/33/pf-media/CBO_Exterior_03V2.jpgWinery architecture exterior, classic building, LivermoreA historic building on the Wente Vineyards estate in Livermore, rose windows looking out over the lawn, palm trees backlit by the rising sun. The kind of architecture that tells you this family has been here a long time. Early morning, natural light only. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/34/pf-media/220422_Mayacamas_WS_SheaEvans_22-2.jpgProfessional models wine tasting, Mayacamas MountainsProfessional models at a long indoor/outdoor table at an exclusive winery in the Mayacamas Mountains, glasses in hand, bottles being examined, mid-conversation and at ease. Natural shade, the mountain setting doing the work. Wine country lifestyle photography for a brand that earns its elevation. Shot for Wine Spectator. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Napa-Valley-Wine-Country-Photographer/35/pf-media/20230711-RCaymus_WhiWiPourRoom_SheaEvans_01.jpgWhite wine pour, Sonoma resort, crafted lightWhite wine poured into a glass in a boutique Sonoma hotel room, wine key and cork nearby, leather sofa in the background. The kind of still life that only works when everything in the frame belongs there. Softbox and strobe to look like natural window light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/1/pf-media/FruitStand_2023Redux_01_NewWEB02.jpgFruit Stand BangkokA fruit stand at dusk in Bangkok thailand, the green glow from the awning contrasting with the purple sky. Various fruits on display, a single bicycle parked to the side. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/2/pf-media/EggRollFry01.jpgEgg Roll Food ThailandEgg rolls frying in a large wok, hard sunlight creating angles and shapes with shadows over the bubbling food. Select textures and colors. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/3/pf-media/ChiliSpice02.jpgChili Travel BangkokChilies drying on the streets of Bangkok in a large wicker tray, a rustic cement wall with aging sign in Thai written language above. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/4/pf-media/KhaoManGai01.jpgKhao Man Gai Food Chiang MaiKhao Man Gai with rice and broth on pink and blue pastel plates at a famous stall in Chiang Mai Thailand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/5/pf-media/ChiangMaiFoodScene01.jpgChiang Mai Street Food CourtyardChiang Mai Street Food courtyard scene, small tables and chairs packed with thai patrons enjoying a meal together, vibrant colors and lives intertwining. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/6/pf-media/ThaiFruit2020-1.jpgMa Yong Chit Sapodilla FoodMa Yong Chit, or Sapodilla, a plum like fruit for sale on the streets of Bangkok, Thailand in dappled light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/7/pf-media/WatPhraSingn02Woramahawihan.jpgWat Phra Sing InteriorsChiang Mai buddhist temple, vibrant buddha relief inscribed on a golden door, slat windows revealing the greenery of the courtyard. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/8/pf-media/TinyFoods01.jpgTiny Foods Chiang MaiTiny food magnets of various iconic thai dishes on a vibrant green background in the raking light of the afternoon sun at an outdoor market. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/9/pf-media/IceOnCoconuts01.jpgIce On Coconuts Thailand FoodYoung green coconuts on ice in Bangkok Thailand as part of a street market arranged in a cooler https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/10/pf-media/MakingCrepes01.jpgMaking Crepes Food BangkokStreet food seller making crepes on the sidewalk in Bangkok Thailand a vibrant graffiti scene of a face in spray paint behind him as he turns the crepes. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/11/pf-media/NightMarket01.jpgNight Market Travel BangkokNight Market in Bangkok Thailand, the purple sky of dusk taking up over half the image, the glow of food stalls in the bottom third as throngs of people walk through the narrow lanes choosing their dinner. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/12/pf-media/NoodleBowlStack.jpgBowls Travel Chiang MaiEmpty noodle bowls in Chiang Mai Thailand stacked in pastel colors, ready for serving at a busy street food market. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/13/pf-media/ChooseYourOwnAdventure.jpgChili Basket Travel Chiang MaiChili Baskets in Chiang Mai Thailand. Various other aromatic ingredients laid out on trays, baskets and bowls, for sale at an outdoor market for locals. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/14/pf-media/ScooterAfternoon01.jpgScooter Afternoon Travel Chiang MaiScooter riding through Chiang Mai Thailand the motion blurred, a quiet scene of a gate and trees in the courtyard behind it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/15/pf-media/Bananas01.jpgSmall Bananas Food AsiaSmall bananas in Thailand, dappled light playing on the textures of the small banana bunches creating pockets of yellow and green and purple. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/16/pf-media/ThaiKitchenVoyeurism02.jpgThai Kitchen InteriorsThailand kitchen vignette, a small stove, clean dishes and a drying rack, refridgerator beyond. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/17/pf-media/SharedBowl.jpgShared Bowl Food Chiang MaiShared bowl of noodles with broth, a woman's hands holding chop sticks over the remnants of the noodle bowl. Teak wood table surface. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/18/pf-media/TopFloorKitchen.jpgTop Floor Kitchen Interiors San FranciscoTop floor kitchen in a Chiang Mai, Thailand marketplace in use with clutter that has it's place natural light streaming in through a large window in the back. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/19/pf-media/UnknownDessert01.jpgUnknown Dessert Bangkok FoodUnknown dessert in Bangkok, Thailand, fruit and nuts atop fresh ice and cream on a dark teak table. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/20/pf-media/Mangoes01.jpgMangoes Food Chiang MaiMangoes for sale in Chiang Mai, Thailand stacked in a repeating pattern, soft directional light creating the texture. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/21/pf-media/NoodleMakerChatachuck01.jpgNoodle Maker Travel Food ChatachuckNoodle maker in Chatachuck market at her stall, carefully ladlying broth into bowls from a giant wok, the patrons behind her. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/22/pf-media/StreetVendor01.jpgStreet Vendor Travel Chiang MaiStreet vendor with his wares in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Various slow cooked meats hang from his small stall, glowing afternoon light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/23/pf-media/StreetGriller01.jpgStreet Food Bangkok TravelStreet griller in Bangkok, Thailand the smoke from her small grill drifting high above her head. Serving locals below an elevated walkway. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/24/pf-media/RoteeBackrub.jpgRotee Travel Food Chiang MaiRotee stand and street food with workers in Chiang Mai Thailand rest and laught with each other in the illunation of their small food stall at night. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/25/pf-media/MixedGrill01.jpgMixed Grill Food Mixed grill of bananas, eggs and pouches of rice in Bangkok thailand. A frame that's all about the street food of thailand with nothing more. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/26/pf-media/FishGrill01.jpgFish Grill Travel Food Bangkok Fish grilling in Bangkok Thailand, salt encrusted and spinning above glowing coals at a street stall, the blurred world of a Bangkok evening behind it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/27/pf-media/StreetVendorOverhead.jpgStreet Vendor Food BangkokStreet vendor in Bangkok Thailand photographed from above, she reaches out to place a recently made grilled item on a plate for sale. Two thai flags on either side of her frame the scene, a dog resting on the concrete just outside her stall. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/28/pf-media/CrispyPork01.jpgCrispy Pork Travel Food Chiang MaiCrispy pork in Chiang Mai Thailand, the meal halfway done, chopsticks resting on the edge of the light blue plate. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/29/pf-media/RedLightDistrict01.jpgRed Light District InteriorsChairs in the morning at an outdoor bar in Bangkok Thailand, the quiet time after a roudy night of drinking. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/30/pf-media/PaintingDay01.jpgPainting Day Monks Travel PhotographerMonks painting the exterior of a temple in Chiang Mai Thailand their orange robes standing out against the golds and browns of the temple scene. Engrossed in their work, they don't see the camera. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/31/pf-media/MiniMeringueCrepes.jpgMini Meringue Crepes FoodMini meringue crepes on the streets of Bangkok Thailand, outdoor grill, being prepared before serving to customers. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/32/pf-media/FrogStirFry01.jpgFrog Stir Fry Food Frog stir fry with green peppercorns and veggies, the vibrant dish piled high on a banana leaf on a white plate at a food stall. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/33/pf-media/BangkokVignette02-2.jpgBangkok Mall Travel PhotographerWalkway above traffic showing pedestrians and open air traffic area below with sign showing Bangkok on the Skytrain support track system above. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/34/pf-media/MeatballGrill.jpgMeatball Grill Food ThailandMeatball grill in Chiang Mai Thailand, hands holding the skewers over glowing coals, a fan behind them to keep the coals at a high temp. Outdoor street food. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/35/pf-media/SpiritHouse01.jpgSpirit House Travel ThailandSpirit house in Chiang Mai, Thailand, the small details of travel that only the right photographer notices. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/36/pf-media/ChiangMaiMarket01.jpgChiang Mai Market TravelChiang Mai market showing seafood displayed on ice including crab, snails and squid with a single price card. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/37/pf-media/ChickenNoodle01.jpgChicken Noodle Food San FranciscoChicken noodle soup outside of Bangkok Thailand, two bowls on a dark table, the noodles swirling around the large pieces of chicken, a condiement tray nearby. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/38/pf-media/Mangosteen01.jpgMangosteen Food Thai MarketMangosteen fruit in Chiang Mai, Thailand dappled light making the purple fruit glow in the dying afternoon light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/39/pf-media/WatPhraSingn04Woramahawihan.jpgWat Phra Travel Chiang MaiWat Phra golden elephant in front of a golden temple, wide angle lens making the elephant look regal against the shimmering temple. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/40/pf-media/RoastedThaiChicken-001.jpgRoasted Thai Chicken FoodRoasted Thai chicken in Bangkok, a fried egg over rice with a Thai Fanta soda nearby. simple delicious thai food. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/41/pf-media/AcrosstheStreet01.jpgTravel Photographer ThailandStreet scene in Chiang Mai Thailand, grand parents playing a game at a table with their grand daughter, photographed in a way where the camera didn't bother them. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/42/pf-media/Laap01.jpgLaap Food Chiang MaiLaap in Chiang Mai Thailand, mounded on to a simple blue plate, blurred pink table cloth and served with lettuce behind. Authentic food and moments. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/43/pf-media/BangkokVignette05.jpgBangkok Vignette Travel Bangkok at night vignette, a large sparkling ferris wheel in the distance, glowing stalls and alleys in the foreground. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/44/pf-media/Silverheads01.jpgSilverheads Travel BangkokVintage silver headed men in Bangkok Thailand, the odd juxtapostion of a culture that can't be explained but must be experienced. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/45/pf-media/FishOnIce01.jpgFish On Ice FoodFish on ice, organically placed, a found scene at an outdoor seafood market in Bangkok Thailand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Travel-Photographer/46/pf-media/BangkokVignette04.jpgBangkok Painting TravelPainting on wall of a couple in love in downtown Bangkok. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/1/pf-media/EdBrown_02.jpgEd Brown, environmental portrait, NebraskaEd Brown, rancher, on a bluff above the Niobrara River, fall color in the valley below, Two Rivers Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills. Late afternoon light going golden across the landscape. Natural light only, the depth of field pulling him sharp from the world behind him. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/2/pf-media/SamOkimoto01.jpgSam Okimoto, Sushi Chef, Environmental PortraitSam Okimoto, sushi chef at Drunken Monkey in Truckee, California, at a table in his dining room. Purple walls complementing his blue Happi coat. Light built through frosted glass to feel like a window, a white fill just out of frame to open the shadows. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/3/pf-media/JayDeanna5Table01.jpgJay and Deanna, restaurant portrait, San Francisco airportJay and Deanna, owners and partners of Little Skillet and Farmer Brown, soul food restaurants at San Francisco International Airport. A light from above, a large fill in front — two faces, one frame, the lighting built to hold them both equally. The people behind the food. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/4/pf-media/Santo_HoseaPortrait_2025_06.jpgChef Hosea Rosenberg, blue and gold, Denver airportChef Hosea Rosenberg at Santo, Denver International Airport, deep blue wall behind him, rich yellow alcove to one side. A single gridded softbox, controlled to keep the light where it belongs. The restaurant's colors doing as much work as the lighting. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/5/pf-media/ClaudetteZepeda_KostaBrowne_SheaEvans_V02WEB_.jpgClaudette Zepeda, black and white, animated portraitChef Claudette Zepeda against a white backdrop, black and white. Multiple frames combined into an animated portrait, a subtle living image — the kind of stillness that moves. Shot for Kosta Browne. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/6/pf-media/SophieBates2020-1.jpgSophie Bates, sunrise portrait with horse, St. HelenaSophie Bates, wrangler, in a St. Helena barn at sunrise. Direct morning light through a window out of frame, the horse's mane catching the rays. Deep shadow everywhere else. Natural light, no intervention. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/7/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0585.jpgChef Christopher Kostow , portrait, Chater Oak, St HelenaChristopher Kostow, chef and co-owner of Charter Oak in St. Helena, in the doorway of his restaurant. Casual olive clothes, relaxed expression, not the version of a Napa chef you usually see. Open shade, the open door framing his figure. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/8/pf-media/V_Centro-12.jpgCam Atkinson Chef Portrait Fine Dining San FranciscoCam Atkinson in his Reno restaurant, white chef's coat against a deep red wall, a white architectural feature on one side. Face turned toward the light, a gridded softbox keeping it controlled. The contrast doing the work the environment was built for. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/9/pf-media/JasonSheaVersion01_Final.jpgRancher Jason Fairhead, environmental portrait, NebraskaJason Fairhead, rancher, leaning on a four-wheeler outside his Nebraska barn. His frame small against the dark of the building behind him, a person scaled to his land. Natural light to the sun, an assistant holding a large white bounce just out of frame to open the shadows. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/10/pf-media/JacobSpring01_SheaEvans_191015_WebRes.jpgJacob Lovell, olive grove portraitJacob Lovell, olive oil farmer, in his grove outside Fairfield, California. Morning sun, blurred green trees behind him, a hand at his chin. The ease of someone photographed on his own land. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/11/pf-media/SteveErickson_01_V2.jpgSteve Erickson, dining table portrait, Reno NevadaSteve Erickson, owner of PJ + Co, a humble but mighty Reno institution, mid laugh at a dining table, hands comfortably together. A window behind him framing his face and torso, natural light doing the work. The kind of portrait where the subject forgets the camera is there. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/12/pf-media/JoeSasto_KostaBrowne_SheaEvans_V01_CCNov.jpgChef Joe Sasto, black and white, portraitChef Joe Sasto, former Top Chef contestant, at a Kosta Browne dinner event, open shade against a white backdrop, black and white. One of several chef portraits made that evening with a minimal setup and limited time with each subject. Sometimes the simplest approach is the right one. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/13/pf-media/Jean-PierreDoignonKitchen11_2025Redux.jpgChef Jean-Pierre Doignon, working portrait in his kitchenChef Jean-Pierre Doignon, eyes down at his cutting board before service at his Incline Village restaurant. A single strobe with a small softbox, something close to a spotlight on his hands. The kitchen tight around him, the work more interesting than the camera. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/14/pf-media/SamPortrait_01.jpgSam Stremmel, Store Portrait Reno NevadaSam Stremmel, owner of Sierra Water Gardens in Reno, in her store. abundant plants and garden supplies around her, large window light, a casual pose. The portrait of someone who built something worth building https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/15/pf-media/JosePartida11.jpgBusser in a restaurant, worker portrait, Bay AreaBlack and white portrait of a busser, briefly stopping his work. White apron, confident pose, patrons blurred behind him. Available light from the dining room. He knows who he is. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/16/pf-media/23-02-09_CaliHighBall_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_53.jpgMicah Clark, beverage director, portrait, St HelenaMicah Clark, beverage director of Charter Oak in St. Helena, in his element at the bar, extends a cocktail toward the camera. Shot on location at Charter Oak. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/17/pf-media/ChrisMorina02.jpgChef Chris Morina, environmental portrait, wine countryChef Chris Morina in the doorway of his wine country restaurant, the dining room blurred behind him, open shade wrapping his face cleanly. The relaxed posture is deliberate — this is the chef in his environment, not performing for a camera. Chef portrait photography for farm to table destination resorts and wineries whose culinary leadership is a core part of the brand identity they're selling to guests. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/18/pf-media/JohnWeathersonSitting06.jpgChef John Weatherson, on break, TruckeeChef John Weatherson sits at a table in his Truckee restaurant Trokay, drinking a beer, his face half covered by the pint glass, his eyes on the camera. An upscale restaurant with a relatable person at the helm. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/19/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0033.jpgChef Christopher Kostow, formal portrait, Charter OakChristopher Kostow, chef and co-owner of Charter Oak in St. Helena, behind a large table in his restaurant. Eyes to camera, direct and still. Two softboxes, one on him, one on the background, reading as a single natural light source. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/20/pf-media/CarlosMartinez_2023Redux_01.jpgCarlos Martinez, restaurant owner, relaxed poseCarlos Martinez, owner of a beloved Reno neighborhood restaurant, elbow propped on the bar, at ease in his own place. Soft window light. The kind of restaurant that has regulars who don't need to look at the menu. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/21/pf-media/StoneflyPortraitRedux_01.jpgRestaurant owners, natural moment, portraitTwo restaurant owners, just inside the door on a summer afternoon, right before service. The quiet before the room fills. Natural light, a found moment https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/22/pf-media/SeanMcEntire05-copy1.jpgSean McEntire, olive grove, open shadeSean McEntire of Oliveman Productions, in his olive grove in Napa Valley. Open shade, natural light. Sharp on his face, the grove going soft behind him. Shot for a California olive oil producer, available as a reference for agricultural brand portrait work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/23/pf-media/FarmerPortrait.jpgFarmer portrait, greenhouse light, Napa ValleyA farmer in a greenhouse in Napa Valley, leaning toward the camera, starter plants in the foreground. Diffused greenhouse light, even and green. Shot for a Northern California agricultural client, available as a reference for farm and agricultural brand portrait work https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/24/pf-media/131210_AgricultureCovers_SheaEvans_01.jpgPermaculture farmers, group portrait, greenhouseA group of permaculture farmers inside a greenhouse with their tools, planning a growing season. Posed but natural, comfortable in each other's presence. Diffused greenhouse light. Shot for a Northern California agricultural client, available as a reference for farm and agricultural brand portrait work https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/25/pf-media/140225LMRWEBSheaEvans.jpgSteve Hernandez, black and white portrait, Fallon NevadaSteve Hernandez, chef, in his Fallon Nevada greenhouse holding a bunch of just harvested carrots. Black and white. The farm and the kitchen connected in a single frame. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/26/pf-media/RaylPortrait_05_StoriesV.jpgPortrait of a man in Utah desert, twilightA man on the edge of a mesa in the Utah desert, looking into the distance, a valley and mountains behind him. Twilight, the last light going flat across the landscape. Natural light, no intervention. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/27/pf-media/TylerAnderson_KostaBrowne_SheaEvans_V01WEB_.jpgTyler Anderson black and white Portrait Wine CountryChef Tyler Anderson, former Top Chef contestant, at a Kosta Browne dinner event. Hands in pockets, looking off camera, an easy smile. Open shade against a white backdrop, black and white. One of several chef portraits made that evening with a minimal setup and limited time with each subject. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/28/pf-media/JacobFloorBuff2023_01_SheaEvans.jpgChef Jacob Burton, before service, Reno Nevada Chef Jacob Burton of The Shoreroom in Reno, Nevada, in his chef's coat running a floor buffer before service. The unglamorous work that happens before the dining room fills. A single strobe combined with available light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/29/pf-media/ChefElliotBel_05.jpgChef Elliot Bell, Charlies NV, St. HelenaChef Elliot Bell at Charlie's NV in St. Helena, on a couch in the upstairs lounge. Natural light from the windows, easy and abundant. Black and white. The most relaxed chef in the gallery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/San-Francisco-Portrait-Chef-Photographer/30/pf-media/StephenBarber01-copy1.jpgChef Steven Barber, at the barbecue, wine countryChef Steven Barber, lit entirely by a neon BBQ sign, on location in St. Helena. The sign naming his specialty, the light doing the rest. Available light only. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/1/pf-media/SoloBellyBear_SheaEvans_TandyOrangeLavGlow_2026update.jpgGummy Bear Solo Pop Art Focus Stack San FranciscoSingle gummy bear supplement shot with a hard studio strobe and focus stacking across thirty exposures, the color shadows and background built in post to an orange and fuchsia palette. Retail-ready candy and supplement product photography for brands sold in national chains. Sold at Target stores nationwide. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/2/pf-media/StressHeadGrp_SheaEvans_HotPink_SheaEvansCrops.jpgGummy Character Pop Art Color Shadow San FranciscoA group of gummy character supplements on a hot pink background with matching color shadows, each piece sharp from edge to edge through focus stacking. The color palette is specified in post and can be matched to any brand's identity. Pop art product photography for candy and supplement companies. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/3/pf-media/Tandy_PeachRing_BlueOverlayPink_2026update.jpgPeach Ring Solo Pop Art Lavender Shadow San FranciscoA single sugar-coated peach ring gummy on a lavender background with a deep purple shadow, shot with a hard studio strobe and assembled from multiple focus-stacked exposures. The result is a level of surface detail and color saturation not achievable in a single frame. Studio candy photography for supplement and confectionery brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/4/pf-media/StressHeadLGreenLavender_240613_LoRes.jpgGummy Bear Solo Pop Art Green Lavender Shadow SFFace with sunglasses gummy supplement in a green and lavender color palette, the shadow color chosen to complement rather than match the subject. Shot in a San Francisco studio with a hard strobe and focus stacking. A look built for brands that want their product to stand out on shelf and on screen. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/5/pf-media/EnergyBurstSolo_SheaEvans_PinkElectricMaroon_240613_LoRes.jpgLightning Bolt Gummy Solo Pop Art Pink Shadow SFLightning bolt shaped gummy in a pink color palette, focus stacked and color added in post. The hard strobe keeps the surface texture sharp and the silhouette clean. Energy supplement and candy brands looking for a bold, retail-ready look for e-commerce and packaging campaigns. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/6/pf-media/BellyBearGrp_SheaEvans_TandyHotPinkNaturalShadow_SheaEvansCrops.jpgGummy Bear Group Pop Art Hot Pink Studio San FranciscoA cluster of gummy bear supplements on a hot pink background, lit with a hard studio strobe and assembled from focus-stacked frames. The shadow here is kept closer to natural while the background color is pushed in post. Pop art studio photography for gummy supplement brands targeting mass retail. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/7/pf-media/FocusFishGrp_SheaEvans_TandyBlueOceanGrad_SheaEvansCrops.jpgGummy Fish Group Pop Art Blue Ocean Shadow San FranciscoA group of gummy fish on a blue background, each piece fully sharp through focus stacking, the color shadows a sky blue tone. The ocean palette was chosen to reinforce the product shape. Candy and supplement product photography for brands with strong visual identity requirements. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/8/pf-media/FocusFishSolo_SheaEvans_TandyLavPurple50_SheaEvansCrops.jpgGummy Fish Solo Pop Art Purple Shadow San FranciscoSingle gummy fish with a lavender to purple color shadow, hard studio strobe keeping every surface detail in focus across the stacked composite. A format built for e-commerce hero images, packaging inserts, and social campaign assets. Pop art product photography for candy and supplement brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/9/pf-media/RestfulRingGrp_SheaEvans_TandyBlue_NeutralBlue78_240613_LoRes.jpgPeach Ring Group Pop Art Blue Shadow San FranciscoA group of peach ring gummies on a blue background with a deep blue shadow, the sugar coating sharp across the whole frame through focus stacking. Group shots like this are suited for packaging photography and campaign imagery where multiple pieces need to read individually. San Francisco studio candy photography. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/10/pf-media/MellowMelonSolo_SheaEvans_LPinkDeepPinkGlowOptionD_2026update.jpgWatermelon Gummy Solo Pop Art Pink Shadow San FranciscoSingle watermelon wedge gummy with a light pink color shadow, assembled from focus-stacked exposures in a San Francisco studio. The pink on pink palette keeps the image high contrast without competing with the product color. Supplement and candy product photography for brands targeting a bold, modern consumer. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/11/pf-media/EnergyBurstGrp_SheaEvans_MelonBlueSkyBlue_SheaEvansCrops.jpgLightning Bolt Group Pop Art Blue Shadow San FranciscoGroup of lightning bolt gummies on a sky blue background, each piece fully sharp through focus stacking with the color shadow reinforcing the energy product category. Shot with a hard strobe in studio. Pop art candy photography for energy supplement brands and confectionery companies. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/12/pf-media/FocusFishGrp_SheaEvans_DPinkLavGlow_2026update.jpgGummy Fish Group Pop Art Fuchsia Studio San FranciscoGroup of gummy fish on a deep fuchsia background, focus stacked for full depth of field across the entire cluster. The fuchsia background is built entirely in post — the studio setup is white, giving full flexibility to change the palette to match any brand's color system. Candy and supplement product photography, San Francisco. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/13/pf-media/Tandy_PeachRing_TandyMoodYellowYellGlow_SheaEvansCrops.jpgPeach Ring Solo Pop Art Yellow Shadow San FranciscoSingle peach ring gummy in a warm yellow and gold color palette, the shadow tone complementing the orange of the candy. Hard strobe, focus stacked, color built in post. Studio candy photography for supplement and confectionery brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/14/pf-media/SoloBellyBear_SheaEvans_YellowLBluePInkGlow0624.jpgGummy Bear Solo Pop Art Yellow Blue Shadow SFSingle gummy bear in a yellow and light blue palette. Focus stacked in studio, color applied in post. Demonstrates the range of palette options available within this technique. Pop art product photography for candy and supplement brands in San Francisco. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Commercial-Photographer/15/pf-media/EnergyBurstSolo_SheaEvans_TandyBlueBlueS_0624.jpgLightning Bolt Solo Pop Art Blue Shadow San FranciscoSingle lightning bolt gummy with a blue color shadow against a clean background, focus stacked for full surface sharpness. The solo format is sized for e-commerce product pages, packaging, and paid social. Pop art studio product photography for energy gummy and supplement brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/1/pf-media/Citrusinspo.jpgSliced tangerine, raking light, citrus brandA sliced tangerine, face open to the camera, deep green leaves and whole fruit nearby. Two colors only, orange and green. Raking light cutting shadow into the surface, making the segments glow. Personal work, with Ojai Pixie Tangerines and California citrus brands in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/3/pf-media/GrpTst_Oklndsh_02.jpgThree Breakfast Toasts Oakland Airport Hotel Morning LightThree open-face breakfast toasts — apple, smoked salmon with capers, avocado — on a warm wood surface with a cup of tea, shot at an upscale Oakland airport hotel. A large softbox dialed to replicate directional morning window light in a room with no windows. Airport and hotel hospitality photography for food brands that need menu assets shot on property without natural light access. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/4/pf-media/RaleysWhiteCocktail_01.jpgCocktail Party Vignette, Afternoon Sunlight, Wine countryA scene of cocktails in vintage glass flutes, citrus wheel garnishes with a brass punch bowl nearby with abundant fruit. The scene is in progress, with various parts of the cocktails including rosemary stems and pomegranate seeds on the surface, this party has neither just started or just finished. The light is hard and directional but the shadows are filled, there's contrast and color but it feels natural even though it was made in a studio. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/5/pf-media/GranolaCinema.gifHotel breakfast cinemagraph, wine country, window lightBreakfast in bed cinemagraph — a hotel bowl of granola, yogurt and fresh berries, sunlight streaming through blinds blowing in the breeze. The light moving back and forth across the scene, infinitely. Shot entirely with natural light in a wine country hotel. Cinemagraph motion content for hospitality and food brands whose story is about the moment, not the menu. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/7/pf-media/250806CoffeeBeanMacro_gallery.jpgRoasted Coffee Beans, Macro, Raking LightRoasted coffee beans, focus stacked from thirty-two images into one, raking light across the surface. The fine cracks and oils on each bean visible at a scale the eye doesn't normally reach. Personal work, with Peet's and similar craft coffee brands in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/8/pf-media/Web-Res-RawRamenKnife01.jpgRaw ramen noodles, raking light, prep sceneHandmade ramen noodles, loosely arranged on a floured work surface next to a Japanese vegetable knife, a small bowl of flour and a bowl of whole eggs alongside. Styled by a professional food stylist. The raking light is so low the entire image almost glows. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/9/pf-media/GnocchiSausage_03_SheaEvansv2.jpgGnocchi pesto, burrata, San Francisco Little ItalyGnocchi in creamy pesto, burrata on top, peas and sausage alongside. A high-end comfort dish at a craft Italian restaurant in San Francisco's North Beach. A gridded softbox giving the dish the directional contrast that makes comfort food look serious. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/10/pf-media/Frlys_MshSnd__SheaEvans_01.jpgMushroom Egg Breakfast Sandwich Oakland Airport HospitalityA mushroom and egg breakfast sandwich on a table with other breakfast items, directional strobe light mimicking a morning window in a windowless restaurant at Oakland International Airport. Made for a Bay Area restaurant group operating at OAK. Airport hospitality food photography for concession operators whose guests expect menu imagery that feels honest and made-from-scratch. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/11/pf-media/LMR-SalmonCaviar01.jpgSmoked salmon caviar winery food photography NapaCold smoked salmon with ripe cherries, edible flowers, and a tureen of caviar in a pool of coconut milk, served in stoneware. A glass of rosé blurred but sparkling in the background. Composed plating for a destination winery resort in Napa Valley. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/12/pf-media/TopoChico_01.jpgTopo Chico slow motion cocktail video, short formA five second looping cocktail video for Topo Chico — three slow motion shots: a drip down the bottle, bubbles at the opening, and a wave of red bubbles as it hits the cocktail. Short form beverage video content built for social media and digital campaigns. Slow motion captures what still photography can't. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/13/pf-media/DrinkRutherfordGrapeDetail02.jpgGreen Grapes, afternoon glow, St. Helena vineyardGreen grapes on the vine in St. Helena, California, grape leaves framing the bunch with pockets of highlight and shadow. Late afternoon sun doing the work. The vineyard as the studio. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/14/pf-media/WC_Thumb-2.jpgRosé glass, afternoon shadows, winery tasting roomA single glass of rosé on an oak side table, tan leather bench behind in the tasting room of an upscale wine country winery. A single strobe outside the window creates the feel of an afternoon tasting appointment. Made to look like it wasn't made. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/15/pf-media/TastingLounge_UpperPatio_MidWide_05.jpgWine tasting, professional models, open shadeTwo professional models directed as a couple at a wine tasting, relaxed and mid-conversation, open shade keeping the light even and flattering. Photographed for a destination winery in Sonoma. Lifestyle campaign photography that looks like a Saturday afternoon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/16/pf-media/DrinkNapaValleyMerlot.jpgMerlot glass, open bottle, Napa Valley, loose sceneA glass of Napa Valley Merlot backlit by a large window, the bottle, cork, and wine key loosely arranged nearby. A prop stylist crafted the scene to feel found rather than arranged. The difference between a wine image and a story about wine. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/18/pf-media/V_Centro-12.jpgCam Atkinson Chef Portrait Fine Dining San FranciscoCam Atkinson in his Reno restaurant, white chef's coat against a deep red wall, a white architectural feature on one side. Face turned toward the light, a gridded softbox keeping it controlled. The contrast doing the work the environment was built for. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/19/pf-media/SophieBates2020-1.jpgSophie Bates, sunrise portrait with horse, St. HelenaSophie Bates, wrangler, in a St. Helena barn at sunrise. Direct morning light through a window out of frame, the horse's mane catching the rays. Deep shadow everywhere else. Natural light, no intervention. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/20/pf-media/JacobSpring01_SheaEvans_191015_WebRes.jpgJacob Lovell, olive grove portraitJacob Lovell, olive oil farmer, in his grove outside Fairfield, California. Morning sun, blurred green trees behind him, a hand at his chin. The ease of someone photographed on his own land. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/21/pf-media/SamOkimoto01.jpgSam Okimoto, Sushi Chef, Environmental PortraitSam Okimoto, sushi chef at Drunken Monkey in Truckee, California, at a table in his dining room. Purple walls complementing his blue Happi coat. Light built through frosted glass to feel like a window, a white fill just out of frame to open the shadows. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/22/pf-media/DrinkTim04.jpgWine country chef portrait, kitchen, intentional lightPortrait of a chef at his station in a wine country kitchen, hands relaxed on the cutting board, a glass of white wine in frame. He looks directly at the camera. Lit to look like a formal portrait in an informal space. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/23/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0556.jpgMicah Clark Christopher KostowPortrait of celebrity chef Christopher Kostow and beverage director Micah Clark at the Charter Oak in St. Helena, California by a food and restaurant photographer. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/24/pf-media/BuffaloSoldier_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgBison portrait, sunset raking light, Valentine NebraskaA close portrait of a bison near Valentine, Nebraska, sunset light raking across the nose, one curious eye catching the last of the day. Natural light only, nothing between the photographer and the animal. Regenerative ranch photography for food and agricultural brands whose story starts with the land and the animals on it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/25/pf-media/Web-Res-RenoBarnSunrise01.jpgRanch barn, Central Valley, sunrise lightA small barn sits in the California Central Valley landscape, rolling hills behind it, the sunrise just beginning to catch the hillside. The day is about to start. Family farm photography for food and agricultural brands that understand the story begins before the harvest. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/26/pf-media/2024_CowField_03.jpgHay bales at sunset, Central ValleyHay bales in the California Central Valley, low sunset light raking across the dried grass texture, deep blue sky above. Classic Americana agricultural photography — the infrastructure of farming as landscape, honest and unhurried. The kind of image that works for a food brand, a feed company, or any agricultural campaign that wants to show the season, not just the harvest. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/27/pf-media/WildHorses_03.jpgHorse portrait, ochre mane, California open rangeA horse with an ochre mane glowing against the blurred green textures of open Northern California ranchland, another horse's tail in motion in the lower frame. Classic Americana ranch photography, natural light only. The kind of image that works for a premium food brand, a regenerative agriculture campaign, or a packaging story about where the animals actually live. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/28/pf-media/160711_Agriculture_SheaEvans_08.jpgHoney bees, macro detail, sunrise contrastHoney bees on the frames of a Salinas Valley apiary, hundreds of them in the golden sunrise light raking across their bodies. Diagonal lines of the frames pulling the eye through the image. California agricultural photography for food brands whose supply chain starts with the pollinator, not the product. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/29/pf-media/2024_CowField_01.jpgCows grazing, light shaft, Northern CaliforniaFour cows graze in a shaft of setting sun light on a Northern California ranch, the Sierra mountains behind them, a bird of prey soaring above. A quiet end to the day. Pasture raised cattle photography for food brands whose story depends on showing where and how the animals actually live. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/30/pf-media/EchoRigInterior04.jpgEcho and Rig, interior scene, SacramentoEcho and Rig, an upscale Sacramento restaurant, shot during service. Floor to ceiling windows streaming light across a dining room in motion — blurred waitstaff, guests at the bar, tables full. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/31/pf-media/FnlPlsh_HILLMAN_SheaEvans_ADUExterior_04.jpgResort patio at dusk, Bay AreaA hotel patio at dusk, chairs empty and waiting, rich redwood walls behind them. Large windows reflecting the evening sky, geometric roof lines shaping the frame. Photographed for a Bay Area resort. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/32/pf-media/Hotel_03.jpgHotel pool, rooms behind, Hoi AnA hotel pool in Hoi An, two levels of rooms reflected in the turquoise water. Shot across the pool surface, the architecture doubling itself in the stillness. Available light, late in the day. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/33/pf-media/ParkeRoom_05Jesse2.jpgHotel brand film, motion and stills, single commissionA six-second silent brand story for a boutique California wine country hotel — room, a hand placing a dish, a bartender pouring, the hotel branding. Shot as motion to complement the stills from the same commission, the lighting consistent across both. One photographer, one visual language, photography and video delivered together. Available for hotel and resort clients needing motion and stills from a single production. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/34/pf-media/ParkeMirror_02Jesse2.jpgHotel room mirror, unexpected composition, wine countryA clean white wall and a mirror. In the reflection, slightly soft — a suitcase, the edge of a king bed, a pendant light. The whole room implied rather than shown. Shot for an upscale wine country hotel. Available for hospitality brands whose campaigns need a more considered eye. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/35/pf-media/CoffeeSpot_01REdux23.jpgModern Cafe Ho Chi Minh CityModern cafe interior in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, a unique metal lighting fixture curing above the bar, a large window complimenting the available light in the space. Interior photography. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/36/pf-media/HotelRooftop_01.jpgHotel cabana area, late afternoon sunlightA cabana at an upscale Da Nang resort, teak sunlounger on black and white tiles, large plants, a textured concrete wall behind. Late afternoon light streaming in hard and directional from the side. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/37/pf-media/NineWest_01REdux2.jpgSaigon streetsSceneSaigon street scene, the contrast of upscale shopping and local cafe, folks and scooters and locals taking pictures of each other. The glow of amibient light mixed with overcast soft lighting from a partly cloudy sky. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/38/pf-media/Tapioca_01.jpgTapioca Dish SaigonTapioca cups with shrimp and aromatics, shot from above with chiles and nuoc cham in a dish nearby. Strong window light creates contrast and saturation, highlighting the food. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/39/pf-media/OkkioDwntwnInt_08.jpgInterior cafe mirror SaigonMirror view of a Vietnam cafe showing vintage design choices and small shelves, vibrant red walls on either side of the mirror. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/40/pf-media/OkkioDwntwnInt_10.jpgCoffee Shop Interior Vibrant RedsCoffee shop interior in Ho Chi Minh City, vibrant red vinyl slats making the room brilliantly saturated and warm, a man in a far corner enjoying his coffee and paper. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/41/pf-media/DurianSeller_01.jpgDurian Seller SaigonA durian seller, his product in a basket on the back of a pink scooter, a vibrant green wall the same color as the durian, he looks off camera a cigarette dangling from his mouth. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/42/pf-media/ClothesRack_04.jpgDrying Clothes Pastel color paletteDrying clothes on a line in Vietnam by a West Coast travel photographer for a hospitality brand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/43/pf-media/StressHeadGrp_SheaEvans_HotPink_SheaEvansCrops.jpgGummy Character Pop Art Color Shadow San FranciscoA group of gummy character supplements on a hot pink background with matching color shadows, each piece sharp from edge to edge through focus stacking. The color palette is specified in post and can be matched to any brand's identity. Pop art product photography for candy and supplement companies. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/44/pf-media/FocusFishSolo_SheaEvans_TandyLavPurple50_SheaEvansCrops.jpgGummy Fish Solo Pop Art Purple Shadow San FranciscoSingle gummy fish with a lavender to purple color shadow, hard studio strobe keeping every surface detail in focus across the stacked composite. A format built for e-commerce hero images, packaging inserts, and social campaign assets. Pop art product photography for candy and supplement brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/45/pf-media/Heinz_BrightYellowOnSunsetGlow.jpgHeinz ketchup packet pop art, red and orange shadowsA Heinz ketchup packet on a vibrant yellow surface, fire red and orange shadow beneath. The most ordinary object on any diner table, treated with the same attention usually reserved for fine art subjects. Twenty focus stacked images composited into one. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Best-Food-Photographer-West-Coast/46/pf-media/WebRes-OrangeGummyCOLORretro.jpgOrange gummy bear pop art, blue background, colored shadowsAn orange gummy bear glowing against a robin's egg blue background, purple and lavender shadows beneath. Part of the pop art fine art series represented by The Beth Urdang Gallery, Boston. Fine art prints available for purchase. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/1/pf-media/SamDogChair01_2026Redux.jpgWoman in Adirondack chair, Napa Valley, afternoon sunA woman relaxing in an Adirondack style chair in a Napa Valley field, her dog alongside, afternoon sun backlit and low. Outdoor lifestyle photography that treats the backyard as a destination — the furniture as part of a life worth living outdoors. Commercial lifestyle photography for outdoor furniture and home brands whose brief is the experience, not the product. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/2/pf-media/SaltPoint01_REDUX.jpgTerra Outdoor patio chair, dappled light, CaliforniaA Terra Outdoor wooden patio chair on a gravel patio in Northern California, dappled light across the seat, plants framing the edges. Outdoor living photography for premium furniture brands whose product is designed to be part of a life lived outside. Craftsmanship and simplicity in a single frame. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/3/pf-media/Glanter_02.jpgHeated patio love seat, professional models, wine countryTwo older professional models as a couple on a heated outdoor love seat in wine country, surrounded by green in a warm spring garden. The heated furniture extending the outdoor living season — the backyard as a year-round destination. California outdoor lifestyle photography for premium patio furniture brands whose customers live outside as much as in. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/4/pf-media/TableGrove_2026Redux.jpgTerra Outdoor patio table and chairs, orchard, SonomaA Terra Outdoor patio table and chairs set in a small Sonoma orchard, open shade surrounding them, a field glowing in the sun behind. A bowl of fresh vegetables on the table — the outdoor dining scene before the meal begins. California outdoor living photography where the furniture belongs to the landscape as much as the landscape belongs to the furniture. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/5/pf-media/HouePalm_03.jpgTerra Outdoor blue chairs, lifestyle models, Napa ValleyFive professional models around a Terra Outdoor patio table in vibrant blue chairs, Napa Valley sun lighting their faces. An unguarded moment in a two-day outdoor lifestyle shoot — the kind of image that happens when the models forget the camera is there. California outdoor living photography that looks like a Saturday afternoon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/6/pf-media/SaDog02_2026Redux.jpgAdirondack chair, model in meadow, Northern CaliforniaA professional model and her dog in a Terra Outdoor Adirondack chair, set in a wide open Northern California meadow on a breezy spring day, the setting sun making the grass glow around them. The chair in the landscape rather than on a patio — outdoor living photography that shows the furniture belonging anywhere the California light lands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/7/pf-media/BackyardBBQ02_REDUX.jpgTerra Outdoor patio furniture, barbecue, dancing coupleBarbecue smoke catching the sunlight through the trees as a couple dances near their Terra Outdoor patio furniture — chairs pulled out from a table set with cheese and fruit, a meal underway. The kind of backyard moment no one plans and everyone remembers. California outdoor lifestyle photography that captures life happening around the furniture, not just on it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/8/pf-media/PondDeck01_REDUX__iinteriorbetter.jpgDeck chair, dappled light, Northern CaliforniaA deck chair sits on the edge of a dock near a backyard water feature, the dappled light raking over the modern wooden design. A moment waiting for someone to come by and relax. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/9/pf-media/Orchard02_REDUX1.jpgTerra Outdoor Dining Table Wine Country Orchard CaliforniaA Terra Outdoor dining table holds court beneath wine country trees, late-afternoon light revealing the small Terra Outdoor lamp with two tomatoes nearby. Natural light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/10/pf-media/SamVeggies2026Redux.jpgTerra Outdoor Lifestyle Shoot Model NapaA woman with a bowl of fresh vegetables in a wooden bowl that she just picked from her garden in one hand and a Terra Outdoor lamp in her other, natural pose. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/11/pf-media/BrzAdrondcks_01.jpgTerra Outdoor Lounge Chairs Backyard Northern CaliforniaTerra Outdoor Adirondack chairs sit in a Northern California backyard in raking afternoon light with highlights and shadow. Two models walk across the yard, with lounge chairs in the background. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/12/pf-media/Glanter_01.jpgTerra Outdoor Heated Loveseat Sonoma Patio LifestyleA Terra Outdoor heated patio loveseat sits in open shadow, a green room created by the canopy of trees and the wall of bushes behind it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/13/pf-media/CavalloDining_03Straight.jpgTerra Outdoor Dining Table Pendant Light Sonoma CaliforniaA portable patio lighting fixture sits on a table at sunset, the glow illuminated the tablecloth and glassware nearby, a grill and fence behind. Outdoor living that doesn't feel rushed. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/14/pf-media/StnsnstngShstFr_02.jpgTerra Outdoor Fire Pit Seating San FranciscoThe edge of a fire pit coming into frame with chairs and portable lights nearby, Comfortable outdoor furniture in a relaxed setting. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/15/pf-media/Riverside_REDUX.jpgFlower Arranging Patio OaklandA woman arranges flowers at a Terra Outdoor table on an Oakland patio, the overcast Bay Area light falling flat and even across her hands and the surface. The table becomes a workspace, a still-life stage, a reason to stay outside. Lifestyle product photography earns its keep when the furniture disappears into the moment. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/16/pf-media/DucksChair01_REDUX.jpgPatio chair, dappled light, pond with ducksSmall wooden patio chair near a pond with ducks just getting out of the water. A calm scene to relax in. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/17/pf-media/LampTable01_2026Redux.jpgTerra Outdoor Portable Patio Light Napa ValleyA portable patio light product sits on a modern patio side table. An inviting shaded scene of love seat and patio chairs behind in the walled garden of a backyard patio in Napa Valley. No people. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/18/pf-media/Orchard02_REDUX.jpgWooden bowl, natural arranged vegetables, wine countryA wooden bowl with fresh picked vegetables including spring onions, tomato and squash sits in the grass in the afternoon sun of a lazy wine country day. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/19/pf-media/HouePalm_01.jpgCoffee. morning light, patio San FranciscoCoffee on the patio in the morning, shot from above, the round table cutting through the frame, blue deck chairs filling out the frame and bringing in color and contrast. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/20/pf-media/HouePalm_02.jpgPatio chair slat detail, raking light, blue shadesA detail of the blue shades of colors of a patio chair in the morning. Craftsmanship revealed in the composition. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/21/pf-media/StnsnstngShstFr_01.jpgFire pit models, couple with dogs, wine country patioA couple and their dogs settle into a Terra Outdoor love seat, in front of a fire pit as wine country afternoon turns to dusk. The shoot was directed to hold the loose, unhurried quality of real outdoor living rather than posed perfection. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/22/pf-media/HytchFirePit_01.jpgFire Pit Lava Rock Detail Bay AreaA tight detail of a Terra Outdoor fire pit shows lava rock, contrasting raking light showing the texture. There's a separate contrast in the image between the rough lava rocks and the smooth fire pit. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Lifestyle-Furniture-Photographer/23/pf-media/PatioGreen02_REDUX.jpgPatio chair, garden, dappled light, wine countryA patio chair in sharp focus, a professional model behind arranging flowers at her patio table. A shot that loosely showcases the craftsmanship and materials of Terra Outdoor patio furniture. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/1/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0556_SheaEvans.jpgChef Christopher Kostow, Micah Clark, Charter OakChef Christopher Kostow and Micah Clark, beverage director, together in an outdoor doorway at Charter Oak in St. Helena. Open shade, natural light. The food and beverage program in one frame, ready for service. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/2/pf-media/Hotel_03.jpgHotel pool, rooms behind, Hoi AnA hotel pool in Hoi An, two levels of rooms reflected in the turquoise water. Shot across the pool surface, the architecture doubling itself in the stillness. Available light, late in the day. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/3/pf-media/TastingLounge_FirePit_09_SheaEvansInt.jpgFire pit wine tasting, California wine countryA group of professional models around a large stone fire pit, a bottle of wine on the edge, flames in the lower corner. Caught in a moment of shared enjoyment, open shade keeping the light even. Shot for a California wine country hospitality client. It's as if the photographer isn't even there. Available for hotel, resort, and hospitality clients seeking lifestyle photography with professional talent. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/4/pf-media/DepotRedux2025_02_SheaEvansv2.jpgBeer pour, upscale brewery, afternoon lightA hand holds a glass under a tap, head at the rim, still pouring. The tap part of a large copper fixture, the whole scene backlit by late afternoon sun through a window, the beer glowing. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/5/pf-media/LambLoinTart_TylerAnderson_Alt1_06WEB_.jpgLamb Loin Tart by Top Chef alumni Tyler AndersonLamb loin tart by Top Chef contestant Tyler Anderson, plated with tweezers, nothing out of place. Clean white plate on a rich redwood surface, long shadows hinting at a wine bottle and glass just out of frame. Shot for a Kosta Browne wine pairing dinner in Sebastopol, California. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/6/pf-media/ParkeMirror_02Jesse2.jpgHotel room mirror, unexpected composition, wine countryA clean white wall and a mirror. In the reflection, slightly soft — a suitcase, the edge of a king bed, a pendant light. The whole room implied rather than shown. Shot for an upscale wine country hotel. Available for hospitality brands whose campaigns need a more considered eye. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/7/pf-media/ParkeRoom_05Jesse2.jpgHotel brand film, motion and stills, single commissionA six-second silent brand story for a boutique California wine country hotel — room, a hand placing a dish, a bartender pouring, the hotel branding. Shot as motion to complement the stills from the same commission, the lighting consistent across both. One photographer, one visual language, photography and video delivered together. Available for hotel and resort clients needing motion and stills from a single production. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/8/pf-media/FnlPlsh_HILLMAN_SheaEvans_ADUExterior_04.jpgResort patio at dusk, Bay AreaA hotel patio at dusk, chairs empty and waiting, rich redwood walls behind them. Large windows reflecting the evening sky, geometric roof lines shaping the frame. Photographed for a Bay Area resort. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/9/pf-media/HotelRooftop_01.jpgHotel cabana area, late afternoon sunlightA cabana at an upscale Da Nang resort, teak sunlounger on black and white tiles, large plants, a textured concrete wall behind. Late afternoon light streaming in hard and directional from the side. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/10/pf-media/HotelRoof_01.jpgRooftop pool, late day sun, cabanaTurquoise and black rooftop pool, small ripples in the water, late day sun falling across the large plants in the cabana area. An exclusive Da Nang hotel, late afternoon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/11/pf-media/Chair_02.jpgHotel room vignette, San FranciscoRuffled luxury sheets in the foreground, a copper velvet desk chair catching the window light, drapes behind. The room after a nap. San Francisco hotel. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/12/pf-media/EchoRigInterior04.jpgEcho and Rig, interior scene, SacramentoEcho and Rig, an upscale Sacramento restaurant, shot during service. Floor to ceiling windows streaming light across a dining room in motion — blurred waitstaff, guests at the bar, tables full. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/13/pf-media/GrafHomestead_Bedroom_02.jpgHotel room, custom plaster wall, California coastA hotel room on the California coast, custom plaster wall with its texture revealed by raking light. Rich oak headboard, clean linen bedding. The kind of room that was designed to be photographed this way. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/14/pf-media/StoneFlyInterior01_SheaEvans_191015_WebRes.jpgBoutique restaurant group, dining vignette, light beamAn afternoon beam of light cutting across a dining table, linens and plates set, wine glasses placed, custom artwork on the wall above. The quiet moment before a special restaurant opens. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/15/pf-media/ParkeRoom_05_SheaEvans2025-LP.jpgHotel room bed, interior, afternoon raking lightA hotel room bed, sheets tight and crisp, a full glass bottle of water on the bedside table. Afternoon light through blinds making shadow patterns on the white walls. Ready for guests. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/16/pf-media/PasoSpot_RedBathroomDoor_01.jpgCustom plaster arch architectural feature, California coastA custom plaster arch in the hallway of an exclusive California coast resort, window light tracing its curve. The architecture doing the work of making you want to see what's beyond it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/17/pf-media/DrunkenMonkeyInterior2020-1.jpgJapanese restaurant table vignette, frosted window glowCustom ceramic plates, non-symmetrical in shape, ironwood chopsticks on soft linen, sake cups nearby on an olive wood table. Frosted glass behind the scene making it all glow. A warmth without heat. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/18/pf-media/CeilingDetail2025REdux_redux.jpgAirport Restaurant Ceiling Detail Architectural InteriorsAn architectural ceiling detail from an airport restaurant interior, the texture and materials photographed to support the full brand narrative of the space. Interior photography for airport hospitality operators whose design investment deserves the same attention as the food photography. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/19/pf-media/BarInterior_05.jpgShoreline Lake Tahoe, dusk, calm watersA video clip of the Lake Tahoe shoreline at dusk, calm water against iconic granite boulders, the last light going warm on the surface. Personal work, available for Lake Tahoe resort and hospitality clients seeking motion content. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/20/pf-media/RainPool_02.jpgRain drop pool, turquoise shades, leaves reflectA single raindrop creating a surface ripple in an upscale spa reflection pool. Turquoise water, leaves silhouetted against the sky above. A found moment, natural light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/21/pf-media/DesertLight.jpgDesert afternoon, view from resort, MojaveDesert light moves across a layer of hills in the distance, cumulous clouds white in the sun, a still photo that looks breezy. Sometimes a resort is about the view. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/22/pf-media/Kellan2022_01_LoRes.jpgPrivate chef luncheon, San FranciscoA private chef hosts an outdoor lunch with the Golden Gate Bridge behind, guests raising beers over a long table spread of crab tacos. San Francisco, natural light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/23/pf-media/BelAirCafeSingleModel.jpgHotel lobby alcove, model and coffeeA professional model in the alcove of an upscale hotel lobby, engrossed in a book, large coffee in hand. Morning sun from a window nearby. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/24/pf-media/NightBar.jpg Evening hotel bar, three models, California coastThree professional models at a California coast hotel bar, beers and food on the counter. Shot during the day using exposure and lighting to read as evening. The bar scene a hotel wants on their website, made without waiting for dark. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/25/pf-media/150220LMRWEBSheaEvans.jpgWaiter sets the place settings, upscale restaurant, Bay AreaA server silhouetted against a floor-to-ceiling window, a large white curtain diffusing the light behind them, setting a place for two. Black and white. Bay areasince restaurant, before service. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/26/pf-media/V_Centro-15.jpgVideo clip, Chef Seasoning, slow motionA slow motion clip of a chef behind the line at a Marin County fine dining restaurant, salting a pan just pulled from the stove, other cooks moving in real time around him. The slow motion isolates the gesture and makes craft visible at a speed the kitchen never actually runs. Short-form video content for luxury restaurant brands that want the kitchen on their website. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/27/pf-media/PigEar_01_Site.jpgPig ear delicacy, strong diagonals, minimal compositionShaved pig ear dish on a square plate, set on the edge of a surface at a forty-five degree angle through the frame. High contrast, deep shadow in half the image. Minimal and powerful. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/28/pf-media/CentroPorkBellyRedux2025_03_SheaEvansv2.jpgPork belly, complex presentation, Northern CaliforniaPork belly with parsnip puree and pea shoots, a pink cocktail hinting at the edge of the table. The plate framed by the table edge, directional strobe light on location giving the dish the contrast it deserves. Northern California restaurant. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/29/pf-media/OysterStarter04_SheaEvansInt.jpgOyster as plate, tweezer plating, large flavorsAn oyster garnished with grapefruit, pea tendrils, fresh peas and lavender, presented on a bed of sea salt. The shell as the plate, tweezer plated, every element in its exact place. San Francisco restaurant group. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/30/pf-media/23-02-09_PineappleGuava_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_68.jpgGuava pineapple cocktail pour moment, California coastA guava and pineapple cocktail being poured at an upscale California coast bar, the last stream from the shaker catching the light. A small softbox creating high contrast glow in both the glass and the liquid. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/31/pf-media/FoodCovers_SheaEvans_23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0242.jpgAcorn squash, pork loin, raking light, Charter OakRoasted acorn squash with hazelnuts and herbs alongside pork loin with cherry sauce, a guava cocktail nearby. Raking light across both dishes, the texture of each catching the shadow. Shot at Charter Oak in St. Helena. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/32/pf-media/CampoPizzaWoodFired01.JPGWood fired pizza, in oven, firelightA margherita pizza on the stone surface of a wood-fired oven at a craft pizzeria, logs burning nearby. The light source is the fire. Nothing else needed. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/33/pf-media/Videothumbs-1.jpgCocktail cinemagraph, hotel lounge, infinite sparkleA cocktail in a tumbler on the coffee table of a luxury San Francisco hotel lounge, the surface of the drink moving back and forth, endlessly. A cinemagraph built for the moment a guest settles in. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/34/pf-media/H_Centro.jpgLobster, meticulous plating, destination diningLobster tail in a minimal linear presentation of circular items on a black plate, two purees, red and green interacting. Photographed at a destination restaurant in San Francisco with a well earned reputation. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/35/pf-media/Allora2022Redux_01.jpgDeconstructed bagel, Allora SacramentoCocktail with pineapple and lime, just poured, a bartender's hand nearby. Backlit through frosted glass, the drink glowing. Shot for a fine-dining restaurant group on the California coast. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/36/pf-media/LongHouse_01.jpgCocktail, frosted glass, restaurant groupCocktail with pineapple and lime, just poured, a bartender's hand nearby. Backlit through frosted glass, the drink glowing. Shot for a fine-dining restaurant group on the California coast. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/37/pf-media/GnocchiSausage_03_SheaEvansv2.jpgGnocchi pesto, burrata, San Francisco Little ItalyGnocchi in creamy pesto, burrata on top, peas and sausage alongside. A high-end comfort dish at a craft Italian restaurant in San Francisco's North Beach. A gridded softbox giving the dish the directional contrast that makes comfort food look serious. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/38/pf-media/CentroOctopus2025_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgOctopus Tapas, meticulous plating, BerkeleyCharred octopus with arugula, mandarin, citrus dressing, and a smoked pepper puree, tapas-scale plating for a luxury Berkeley restaurant that takes the format seriously. Softbox used to mimic small window light. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/39/pf-media/V_Centro-10.jpgRaspberry lime cocktail, dappled light, California coastRaspberry lime cocktail in a coupe, dehydrated lime wheel on the surface. Bare bulb strobe through a cucoloris for the dappled effect, secondary softbox fill in the shadows. Afternoon all the time. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/40/pf-media/SmokeTrokayRedux_02_SheaEvans.jpgSmoked dish tableside smoke, fine dining TruckeeTableside smoke captured at the moment it lifts from the dish, curling out of frame. Multiple textures, colors, and components stacked into edible architecture. Strip softbox rakes light across the surface for depth and glow. Shot at Trokay, Truckee, California. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/41/pf-media/SoupDumplingsChopstick_01.jpgSoup Dumplings, window light, Northern CaliforniaSoup dumplings mid-meal, a model's hand lifting one from the steamer basket with chopsticks, a few already gone. Available window light at a high-end Northern California restaurant. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/42/pf-media/BlackGarlicCacaoAguachile_ClaudetteZepeda_05_SheaEvansv2.jpgBlack garlic aguachile Claudette Zepeda fine dining MontereyBlack garlic aguachile by Iron Chef Claudette Zepeda, plated with restraint. Dappled light from a bare bulb strobe through a cucoloris, the same technique she uses with flavor — precise, nothing wasted. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/43/pf-media/HolidayBooze06_SheaEvansv2.jpgHoliday cocktails, negative space, East BayPewter tray of champagne coupes with pears and pomegranate, shot for the holiday season. Composition weighted right with open negative space for graphics or text overlay. Diffused window light made with a large softbox keeping the mood cool and festive. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/44/pf-media/NightStandAlt_01_SheaEvans.jpgLuxury hotel room nightstand San FranciscoA nightstand still life in a San Francisco hotel room — drinks, playing cards, bed linens casually pulled aside. The scene is staged to feel unstaged. Soft directional light from a small softbox, warm and contained. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Hospitality-Photographer-California/45/pf-media/FirePitAlt_04_SheaEvans.jpgDestination Hotel Fire Pit California CoastFire pit still life at a destination hotel on the California coast, late afternoon natural light — room key, playing cards, cocktails, olives. A story not a catalog. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/1/pf-media/SophieFieldRedux2025_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgSophia Bates, horse trainer portrait, Central ValleyA portrait of horse trainer Sophia Bates in the early morning hours of the Central Valley, light soft on her face as she looks over her shoulder toward the sunrise. Jeans, Carhartt vest, wide brim hat. Origin story photography for food and agricultural brands that want the real thing, not a version of it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/2/pf-media/AudLiason02__alt.jpgGrassland habitat conservation ranching, NebraskaEd Brown and Cody Grewing survey the grassland from a bluff overlooking the Niobrara River at Two Rivers Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills, white sage and yucca in the foreground, the whole scene gold in the sunset light. Shot for Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program, which certifies working grasslands as beneficial bird habitat. Regenerative ranching photography for food brands with a conservation story to tell. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/3/pf-media/BuffaloSoldier_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgBison portrait, sunset raking light, Valentine NebraskaA close portrait of a bison near Valentine, Nebraska, sunset light raking across the nose, one curious eye catching the last of the day. Natural light only, nothing between the photographer and the animal. Regenerative ranch photography for food and agricultural brands whose story starts with the land and the animals on it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/4/pf-media/160711_Agriculture_SheaEvans_08.jpgHoney bees, macro detail, sunrise contrastHoney bees on the frames of a Salinas Valley apiary, hundreds of them in the golden sunrise light raking across their bodies. Diagonal lines of the frames pulling the eye through the image. California agricultural photography for food brands whose supply chain starts with the pollinator, not the product. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/5/pf-media/Web-Res-RenoBarnSunrise01.jpgRanch barn, Central Valley, sunrise lightA small barn sits in the California Central Valley landscape, rolling hills behind it, the sunrise just beginning to catch the hillside. The day is about to start. Family farm photography for food and agricultural brands that understand the story begins before the harvest. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/6/pf-media/WildHorses_02.jpgHorse portrait, black and white, negative spaceA horse in black and white against an overcast sky, the open negative space above and beside it ready for text or graphic overlay. Sacramento Valley, natural light. Ranch and agricultural photography with a clean graphic sensibility — the kind of image that works as hard in a campaign layout as it does on its own. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/7/pf-media/WildHorses_03.jpgHorse portrait, ochre mane, California open rangeA horse with an ochre mane glowing against the blurred green textures of open Northern California ranchland, another horse's tail in motion in the lower frame. Classic Americana ranch photography, natural light only. The kind of image that works for a premium food brand, a regenerative agriculture campaign, or a packaging story about where the animals actually live. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/8/pf-media/WildHorses_04.jpgWild horses fighting, Northern NevadaWild horses fighting on the open range in Northern Nevada, the herd nearby, storm clouds building on the horizon. Afternoon light catching their bodies as they rear. The kind of image you don't direct — you just have to be there, ready, with the right light behind you. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/9/pf-media/2024_CowField_01.jpgCows grazing, light shaft, Northern CaliforniaFour cows graze in a shaft of setting sun light on a Northern California ranch, the Sierra mountains behind them, a bird of prey soaring above. A quiet end to the day. Pasture raised cattle photography for food brands whose story depends on showing where and how the animals actually live. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/10/pf-media/180328_Agriculture_SheaEvans_13.jpgOlive grove, Central Valley, morning sunburstA grassy doubletrack road leads uphill between stands of olive trees in the California Central Valley, the morning sun creating a sunburst through a high aperture. California olive oil country, natural light only. Origin story photography for premium agricultural brands whose product starts with a specific place and a specific tree. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/11/pf-media/SusanvilleCows_01.jpgCattle at sunrise, Sacramento Valley, Sierra backdropBrown, white, and black cattle graze in a green Sacramento Valley field in early spring, the snowy Sierra Nevada behind them, a flock of birds lifting above. Natural light, wide open landscape. California family ranch photography for food and agricultural brands whose pasture raised story needs to be seen to be believed. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/12/pf-media/BuildingsFields_01_SheaEvans.jpgFarm buildings framing corn fields, Northern CaliforniaSheet metal farm buildings in Northern California, composed so their edges frame a pocket of corn field and mountains beyond — a frame within a frame. The infrastructure of working agriculture as foreground, the landscape doing the rest. California agricultural photography that finds beauty in the functional, not just the picturesque. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/13/pf-media/CornGlow_01-2.jpgCorn field, graphic composition, Northern CaliforniaThe edge of a Northern California corn field caught in a shaft of sunset light, the frame divided cleanly into three — dirt, corn, sky. Nothing else needed. California agricultural photography with a graphic sensibility. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/14/pf-media/BWBison1025_01.jpgBison on open Nebraska ranch, black and white, raking lightA group of bison moving through open Nebraska ranchland, sunlight raking from the right, processed in black and white. Shot for Audubon Conservation Ranching — a program that proves working ranches and healthy grassland ecosystems aren't in conflict. Regenerative grazing photography for food and land stewardship brands whose story is bigger than the product. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/15/pf-media/ChrisDonati_SheaPick_02.jpgRancher Chris Donati, black and white portrait, OrovillePortrait of rancher Chris Donati on his property in Oroville, California, looking away from camera into the morning sun, black and white. The face of a working California cattle ranch — the kind of portrait a premium beef brand commissions when it wants to show the rancher, not just the ranch. Photographed for Sunfed Ranch. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/16/pf-media/CowSandBlueStem02_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle Open Grassland Ranch NebraskaCattle on open grassland at a working ranch, photographed in available light with the herd spread across the frame. Grassfed and pasture-raised cattle photography for regenerative beef brands and sustainable food companies building campaign imagery from the ranch. The space between the animals tells you as much about the operation as the animals themselves. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/17/pf-media/CornIntoNevadaDesert_01_SheaEvans.jpgCorn fields, compressed layers, Fallon NevadaCorn fields in Fallon, Nevada, the stalks vibrant green and compressed by a long lens, desert mountains and blue sky beyond. Farm to glass agricultural photography — the literal grain that becomes the spirit, shown in the place it grows. Origin story content for craft distilleries and food brands whose supply chain starts in the field. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/18/pf-media/140428_AgricultureCovers_SheaEvans_01-7.jpgBeef Cattle, afternoon sun, Sierra snow peaksBeef cattle lounging on green grassland in the California Central Valley, a few grazing in the background, snowcapped Sierra Nevada peaks behind them in the afternoon light. The landscape that makes the pasture raised argument without saying a word. Natural light, wide open, nothing staged. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/19/pf-media/CowGrassSunrise_05_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle at sunrise, Keewaydin Ranch, Big Timber MontanaCattle grazing on open grassland at Keewaydin Ranch near Big Timber, Montana at sunrise, the image reduced to two colors — black silhouettes and gold light. Shot for Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program, which certifies working grasslands as beneficial bird habitat. The kind of image that reminds you regenerative ranching is as much about beauty as it is about land stewardship. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/20/pf-media/GateOpen_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgRancher opens gate, sunset silhouette, NebraskaA weathered wood and barbed wire ranch gate thrown open by a rancher at sunset in Nebraska, photographed from inside a side-by-side. Classic Americana ranch photography — the kind of image a food brand or regenerative agriculture campaign reaches for when it wants to show the work, not a version of it. Natural light only. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/21/pf-media/CarrotHandSP_Redux_01.jpgCarrot bunch, farmer's hand, Northern CaliforniaA bunch of carrots just pulled from the ground in Northern California, dirt still on them, held in a farmer's hand. Soft directional light, nothing cleaned up. The farm to shelf story starts here — California produce photography for food brands whose origin claim needs to be visible, not just stated. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/22/pf-media/D-StripedFig03.jpgStriped Fig, farmer's hands, SalinasA farmer peels apart a striped fig just picked from the tree, red flesh bright in the morning sun, Salinas Valley. The kind of image that lives on premium produce packaging, a Whole Foods supplier story, or a California specialty food brand campaign. Natural light, nothing staged, nothing wasted. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/23/pf-media/DairyMan_Redux_01-2.jpgDairy farmer portrait, barn door light, Point ReyesPortrait of a dairyman at a historic Point Reyes dairy farm, light streaming through an open barn door, stacks of green hay behind him. The blue work suit, the barn light, the hay — nothing needs explanation. California dairy farming photography for premium brands whose story starts with the farmer and the land, not the label. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/24/pf-media/2024_CowField_03.jpgHay bales at sunset, Central ValleyHay bales in the California Central Valley, low sunset light raking across the dried grass texture, deep blue sky above. Classic Americana agricultural photography — the infrastructure of farming as landscape, honest and unhurried. The kind of image that works for a food brand, a feed company, or any agricultural campaign that wants to show the season, not just the harvest. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/25/pf-media/180808_Agriculture_SheaEvans_15.jpgGreen heirloom tomatoes on the vine, Salinas ValleyGreen heirloom tomatoes on the vine in the Salinas Valley, not quite ready for picking, the details sharp against blurred green behind. The moment before the harvest — California specialty produce photography for food brands whose origin story depends on showing what grows here and how it grows. Natural light, nothing hurried. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/26/pf-media/DrinkLMRApples02.jpgRipe apple on the branch, afternoon glow, Sacramento A ripe apple on the branch at an orchard just outside Sacramento, afternoon light giving it a warm glow, diagonal lines of the branch pulling through the frame. California orchard photography for premium food and beverage brands whose origin story starts with a specific fruit from a specific place. Natural light, nothing added. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/27/pf-media/190718_Agriculture_SheaEvans_19.jpgPepper plant rows, sunset light, Salinas ValleyRows of pepper plants in the Salinas Valley, sunset light raking across the texture of the leaves and soil. An old farmhouse with shade trees sits just beyond the fields. The California produce industry photographed honestly — the scale of the rows and the humanity of the homestead in the same frame. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/28/pf-media/181106_OlivesInHand_Redux_01_01_Agriculture_SheaEvans_.jpgFresh olives in hand, summer light, Fairfield CaliforniaA hand holding fresh olives just picked in Fairfield, California, the green and purple colors of a mixed harvest, afternoon light raking across their texture. The grove to the hand — California olive oil photography for premium brands whose product begins with knowing exactly when to pick. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/29/pf-media/JacobLadder2024_02_sm.jpgOlive farmer pruning, ladder, afternoon sunburstAn olive farmer halfway up an orchard ladder in the Northern Central Valley, a freshly cut branch in hand, sunburst breaking through the leaves and branches above him. Pruning is where the quality of the oil begins, long before the harvest. The work that premium olive oil brands rarely show but should. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/30/pf-media/181106_Agriculture_SheaEvans_19.jpgSingle olive, leaves in the breeze, Central ValleyA single olive on a branch in the Central Valley, leaves moving in the breeze, available light. The whole story in one frame, reduced to its simplest element. California olive oil photography that understands restraint is its own kind of precision. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/31/pf-media/OliveSlice01.jpg Olive sliced in field, pocket knife, quality checkAn olive sliced open in the field by a Northern California olive grower, pocket knife in hand, the flesh catching the available light. Checking ripeness at the source before the harvest decision is made. The kind of image that only exists when a photographer is trusted enough to be there for the unglamorous part — which is where the real story lives. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/32/pf-media/190510_Agriculture_SheaEvans_02.jpgOlive flowers on tractor, springtime, Central CaliforniaOlive flower petals resting on a tractor in the Central California springtime, a quiet moment before the work begins. The natural world and the machinery that tends it, in the same frame. Agricultural photography for brands that want all parts of the visual story. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/33/pf-media/BranchSunriseDetailS06.jpgSunrise olive buds, branch glow, dark backgroundNew olive buds on a branch in Northern California, the morning light making the branch three dimensional against a dark background. The very beginning of the olive cycle — before the flowers, before the fruit, before the harvest. For a premium olive oil brand telling the full origin story, this is where it starts. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/34/pf-media/150825_Agriculture_SheaEvans_12.jpgPlymouth Rock rooster, chicken coop, Northern CaliforniaA Barred Plymouth Rock rooster in a Northern California chicken coop, other hens nearby. A heritage breed on a small farm — the kind of image that tells a pasture raised egg or poultry brand's origin story more honestly than any label claim. Found light, found moment. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/35/pf-media/CowsWide_01.jpgCattle at dusk, Genoa Nevada, lavender sky reflectionCattle at dusk in Genoa, Nevada, a small waterway leading into the distance, the lavender sky reflected in its surface. The West at the end of a working day — ranch and agricultural photography that finds the quiet in the landscape. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/36/pf-media/LMR-MarketPickles01.jpgPickled beans, backlit jar, SacramentoA jar of pickled white string beans backlit by the sun outside Sacramento, California, the brine and beans glowing through the glass. Great produce is worth preserving — California specialty food photography at the intersection of the farm and the pantry. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/37/pf-media/LMR-Rutherford-Greenhouse-Sunrise03.jpgGreenhouse, dramatic sunrise, vegetable rowsA greenhouse in the California Central Valley under a sunrise sky, clouds on fire above it, rows of vegetables extending beyond in the early morning light. The farm before anyone arrives. California agricultural photography that finds the extraordinary in the ordinary hours. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/38/pf-media/MushroomRedux_03.jpgBlue Oyster mushroom, Northern CaliforniaBlue oyster mushrooms held in a farmer's hand in Northern California, the blue-grey of the gills set against a deep red wall behind them — complementary colors that make the image graphic as much as agricultural. Specialty mushroom farming photography for food brands and farm-to-shelf producers https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Agricultural-Photographer/39/pf-media/150911_Agriculture_SheaEvans_04.jpgHeirloom tomatoes, hands at farmers market, SacramentoMultiple hands reaching for heirloom tomatoes at an outdoor Sacramento farmers market, the varieties on full display. The last stop in the California agricultural story — from the field to the farmer's table. California farm-to-consumer photography for food brands, agricultural producers, and retailers whose customers want to know exactly where their food comes from. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/9/pf-media/TopoChico_01.jpgTopo Chico slow motion cocktail video, short formA five second looping cocktail video for Topo Chico — three slow motion shots: a drip down the bottle, bubbles at the opening, and a wave of red bubbles as it hits the cocktail. Short form beverage video content built for social media and digital campaigns. Slow motion captures what still photography can't. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/10/pf-media/KnifeCocktail01_SheaEvans_191015_WebRes.jpgNikka Japanese whisky short loop video, Bay AreaA five second looping video for Nikka Whisky — glass set down, label revealed, whisky poured over ice, a macro slow motion shot of the ice sloshing, then the hand returns to take the glass. A complete story arc in five seconds: arrival, pour, departure. Short form spirits video content for premium beverage brands whose product deserves to be seen in motion. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/11/pf-media/RaleysBeachanimation-1.jpgRaley's beach scene animated loop, studio productionA looping GIF for Raley's — a beach scene with drinks, sand, sunglasses and a towel, the ice spinning endlessly in the glass. Shot entirely in studio, the beach built rather than found. Animated GIF content for food and beverage brands that need social-ready loops without location shooting. Studio production, location feel. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/12/pf-media/GranolaCinema.gifHotel breakfast cinemagraph, wine country, window lightBreakfast in bed cinemagraph — a hotel bowl of granola, yogurt and fresh berries, sunlight streaming through blinds blowing in the breeze. The light moving back and forth across the scene, infinitely. Shot entirely with natural light in a wine country hotel. Cinemagraph motion content for hospitality and food brands whose story is about the moment, not the menu. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/14/pf-media/FriedRice_02_SheaEvansLI.jpgFried rice animation, Raley's SacramentoA looping GIF for Raley's — a still scene of fried rice ingredients and the finished bowl, a fork animating in to eat it down to scraps before the loop resets. A hybrid of food photography and animation, the still doing the product work and the motion doing the storytelling. Animated GIF content for grocery and food brands that want social posts with a sense of humor. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/15/pf-media/SweetPotatoCurry_03_SheaEvansLI.jpgSnack product animation, Bel Air San FranciscoA looping stop motion GIF for Bel Air grocery — chips, crackers, and freeze dried fruit appearing and disappearing from packaging and bowls, frame by frame. Stop motion food animation for grocery and food brands whose products need to move on social without a video production budget. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/16/pf-media/TacoBuild_12_SheaEvansLI.jpgTaco build animation, studio, Northern CaliforniaStop motion animation for Raley's — tortillas leaving a cutting board and transforming into six different tacos, shot in studio. Vertical orientation, built natively for social. The kind of food content that shows what's possible with a grocery brand's own products when someone brings a point of view to the brief. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/17/pf-media/NoirWineCinemagraph_SheaEvans200724.gifWine scene cinemagraph, Sonoma afternoonTwo glasses of Kosta Browne Pinot Noir, a bowl of fresh cherries, afternoon light moving slowly through window blinds across the scene. A cinemagraph looping infinitely — Sonoma on a quiet afternoon that keeps not ending. Personal work, later licensed by Kosta Browne. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Video-Director/20/pf-media/RaleysToastJam01.jpgToast stop motion GIF, Nob Hill jam, San FranciscoA stop motion GIF for Nob Hill Foods — two slices of toast with different jams sliding into frame and settling next to each other, a full breakfast scene of juice, bread, and the jam product surrounding them. Part of the Raley's/Nob Hill content series — stop motion animation that makes a grocery product the centerpiece without a single word of copy. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/1 https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/2/pf-media/PinkGummies_2024REDUXV2.jpgPink gummy bears pop art, colored shadows, fine artGummy bears arranged in a graphic pattern, hard pink shadows cast beneath each one — the color of the shadow as saturated as the candy itself. Part of an ongoing pop art fine art series by Shea Evans, represented by The Beth Urdang Gallery, Boston. Available for purchase as fine art prints. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/3/pf-media/WebRes-OrangeGummyCOLORretro.jpgOrange gummy bear pop art, blue background, colored shadowsAn orange gummy bear glowing against a robin's egg blue background, purple and lavender shadows beneath. Part of the pop art fine art series represented by The Beth Urdang Gallery, Boston. Fine art prints available for purchase. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/4/pf-media/BLUE_MM_Master_BigPink.jpgBlue M and Ms, pop art, vibrant contrastBlue M&Ms against a deep pink background, the complementary color contrast at full saturation. Broken pieces among the whole ones — a second contrast between smooth and fractured. Pop art food fine art photography from a series represented by The Beth Urdang Gallery, Boston. Fine art prints available for purchase. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/5/pf-media/OrangeWedgeFinalBlue.jpgOrange wedge candy pop art, pink metallic shadow, blueAn orange sugar wedge candy on a baby blue surface, sugar crystals scattered like an explosion around it, a pink shadow beneath — almost metallic in quality. Fine art but playful. From the pop art food photography series by Shea Evans. Fine art prints available for purchase directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/6/pf-media/Heinz_BrightYellowOnSunsetGlow.jpgHeinz ketchup packet pop art, red and orange shadowsA Heinz ketchup packet on a vibrant yellow surface, fire red and orange shadow beneath. The most ordinary object on any diner table, treated with the same attention usually reserved for fine art subjects. Twenty focus stacked images composited into one. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/7/pf-media/Tabasco_HeinzBluePink.jpgTabasco hot sauce packet pop art, teal and pink shadowsA Tabasco hot sauce packet on a vibrant teal background, hot pink shadows beneath. The most ignored object on any restaurant table, given the full fine art treatment. Condiments turned into art — working class subjects, anything but ordinary results. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/8/pf-media/TripleBunnySalmonPurpleRedDarker.jpgBunny Gummy pop art photography, contrasting colorhree teal gummy bunnies arranged in a line, a muted pink background behind them, rich magenta shadows beneath. The repetition is deliberate — order and color doing the work together. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans, where the subject is ordinary and the treatment is anything but. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/9/pf-media/GummyOffset_Master_LA_Light_Turquoise_2024REDUXV2.jpgSour patch gummies, metallic orange shadowsSour Patch gummies arranged on a teal background, orange shadows beneath them that read like liquid metal. The shadow doing as much visual work than the subject. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans. A bold statement piece for collectors and interior designers in Reno, Lake Tahoe, and beyond. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/10/pf-media/220604AtomicFireBallsSheaEvans.jpgAtomic Fire Balls, broken apart Pop ArtAtomic Fireballs on a vibrant yellow surface, some smashed apart, orange shadows beneath. The focus stacking makes the candy feel three dimensional — close enough to pluck from the image. The broken ones alongside the whole ones. Fine art prints for collectors and interior designers in Lake Tahoe, and beyond. Available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/11/pf-media/MM_YO_Blue.jpgM and Ms, orange and yellow, pop artYellow and orange M and Ms arranged organically on a crisp blue background, the focus stacking making each candy feel larger than life. A color inversion of the blue M&Ms on pink earlier in the series — same subject, opposite palette. The series finds new images in familiar candy by changing the color conversation. Fine art prints available for purchase directly from Shea Evans. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/12/pf-media/ORANGE_Yellow01_2024REDUXV2.jpgOrange Lifesaver, purple shadow, fine artAn orange Lifesaver on a mustard yellow surface, deep purple shadow beneath — three colors that shouldn't work together and absolutely do. The hole at the center of the candy pulling the eye through the image. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans. Fine art prints on archival paper, available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/13/pf-media/GummyOffset_Master_Fuscia_2024REDUXV2.jpgSour Patch gummies pop art, fuchsia and purpleRed and yellow Sour Patch gummies on a vibrant fuchsia background, purple shadows beneath — warm colors stacked on warm colors, the whole image radiating heat. The same subject as earlier in the series, a completely different color conversation. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans. Fine art prints available for order and shipping directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/14/pf-media/Stego_YellowBlueDepth.jpgStegosaurus gummy, pop art, yellow and blueA stegosaurus gummy, two-toned in yellow and red, on a brilliant yellow background with deep blue shadows. The most unexpected subject in the series, a dinosaur-shaped candy. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/15/pf-media/WhenTheLuckRunsOut_PINK_SheaEvansSite.jpgGreen M and M cracked into three, deep pink backgroundA single green M&M cracked into three pieces on a deep pink background — the shell fractured, the chocolate center exposed. The filename says it best: "When the Luck Runs Out." The series finds meaning in small things, humor included. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/16/pf-media/RED_Yellow01.jpgRed Lifesaver pop art, mustard yellow, red shadowA red Lifesaver on a mustard yellow background, deep red shadow beneath — monochromatic where the orange Lifesaver earlier in the series was complementary. The same candy, the same background color, a completely different mood. Focus stacking reveals every nook and cranny of the surface. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/17/pf-media/GoldfishMaster.jpgGoldfish crackers pop art, brilliant fuchsiaGoldfish crackers scattered in every direction on a brilliant fuchsia background — the most chaotic arrangement in the series, and the only savory subject. Not candy, not junk food in the traditional sense, just the thing everyone had in their lunchbox. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans, represented by The Beth Urdang Gallery, Boston. Limited edition prints available by special order. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/18/pf-media/DrinkLifesavers02.jpgWintergreen Lifesavers, two shadows, fine artWintergreen Lifesavers on a bright white background, two light sources creating two different colored shadows — pink from one direction, teal from the other. The most technically complex lighting setup in the series, and the cleanest result. The white background lets the dual shadows do all the work. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/19/pf-media/CandyCornColor.jpgCandy Corn, graphic arrangement, pop artCandy corn arranged in a graphic pattern on a white background, vibrant blue shadows beneath — the most divisive candy in America, given the full fine art treatment. The triangular geometry of the candy lending itself naturally to a composed arrangement. Pop art food fine art photography by Shea Evans. A bold statement piece for collectors and interior designers in Reno, Lake Tahoe, and beyond. Limited edition prints available directly from the artist. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Pop-Art-Food-Photography-Fine-Art/20/pf-media/UPPeppermintHeartsClean.jpgPeppermint candy pop art, lavender heart shadows, whitePeppermint candy mints on a white background, two lavender shadows cast at 45 degrees from each other — the circular shape of the candy turning the shadows into a heart on the surface. A discovered composition, not a designed one. Fine art prints available directly from the artist, perfect for residential interiors and collectors in Reno, Lake Tahoe, and beyond. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/3/pf-media/PanGray_05Site.jpgField company skillet, glowy studio lightA new Field Company skillet photographed overhead on a concrete surface, raking studio light traveling across the pan to raise the etched logo into relief. The lighting matches the continuous setup used for the video content shot the same day. Still and motion assets built to look like they belong together. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/4/pf-media/ChorizoSkillet_01Site.jpgChorizo eggs, cast iron skillet, window lightChorizo and eggs with beans, tortillas, and salsa in a Field Company skillet, lit to feel like a kitchen window on a clear morning. A food stylist prepared the dish; the camera was positioned to let the pan announce itself without a product-shot framing. Brand storytelling without a caption needed. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/5/pf-media/SkilletBox_02Site.jpgProduct in packaging, San FranciscoA Field Company skillet resting in its open shipping box, studio strobes dialed to the quality of window light so the product shot and the lifestyle stills feel cut from the same cloth. The packaging is part of the brand story. Photographed in a San Francisco studio with a food stylist on set. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/6/pf-media/PanGray_01Site.jpgCast iron pan handle detail, Bay AreaA side-lit detail of a Field Company pan handle, the studio lighting raked to catch the texture and weight of the iron in a single clean highlight. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/7/pf-media/PanMarble_03Site2.jpgMacro cast iron product logo, San FranciscoDetailed macro shot, the lighting making the texture of the cast iron pop and become almost three dimensional. A shot that tells the story of a brands dedication to quality work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/9/pf-media/SunnysideBrunch_01Site.jpgEgg Toast Brunch Still Product NarrativeA sunny-side egg on sourdough with roasted tomatoes and arugula, the Field Company skillet edging into frame just enough to anchor the dish without dominating it. A food stylist prepared the plate; the shot was framed to feel like something found rather than arranged. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/10/pf-media/SkilletBox_01Site.jpgCast iron skillet packaging detail, San FranciscoA Field Company skillet in its shipping box, framed to show the brand tagline printed on the cardboard. Studio light matched to the lifestyle and food stills so packaging photography and editorial work read as a single campaign. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/12/pf-media/PanGray_03Site.jpgCast Iron mid detail, San FranciscoA new Field Company skillet photographed from above, at mid range height, cropping out some of the product, emphasizing the shape and curve of the pan, raking studio light highlighting the branding etched into the cast iron pan. A simple concrete surface supports the story. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/13/pf-media/SalmonPan_01Site.jpgSalmon filet, cast iron seared, San FranciscoTwo salmon fillets seared in a Field Company skillet, the caramelization sharp and the natural oils visible in the light. A food stylist prepared the dish in a San Francisco studio; the lighting was set to match the continuous video setup from the same shoot. The still and video versions of this dish were produced together. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/14/pf-media/PanMarble_04Site.jpgField Company logo detail, macro, raking lightDetailed macro shot, the lighting making the texture of the cast iron pop and become almost three dimensional. A shot so close the logo is clear but incomplete. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Commercial-Food-Photographer-Director-San-Francisco/15/pf-media/WedgeSalad_01Site.jpgWedge salad, bacon, croutons, product narrativeIceberg wedge with bacon, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, and croutons, the cast iron skillet nearby with more bacon and the dressing in a lit jar at the side. A food stylist built the scene; the window-light quality of the studio strobe holds it together with the video version of this dish shot the same day. One dish, two formats, one visual language. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/1 https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/2/pf-media/OliveSlice01.jpg Olive sliced in field, pocket knife, quality checkAn olive sliced open in the field by a Northern California olive grower, pocket knife in hand, the flesh catching the available light. Checking ripeness at the source before the harvest decision is made. The kind of image that only exists when a photographer is trusted enough to be there for the unglamorous part — which is where the real story lives. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/3/pf-media/SoliShrimpPie02.jpgShrimp, pea, ricotta wood fired pizza, dappled lightShrimp, pea, asparagus, and ricotta pizza with charred lemon wheels, made outdoors in a wood fired oven in dappled natural light. The kind of food that photographs itself — if you know where to stand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/4/pf-media/OliveGrove28.jpgOlive grove, sunset light, summer sunThe grove at golden hour in Northern California, late summer light cutting low through the rows and catching the silver-green of the leaves mid-shimmer. Shot wide to hold the landscape as much as the trees. The kind of frame an olive oil brand uses when it wants to sell a place before it sells a product. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/5/pf-media/AtTheTable04.jpgProfessional models, outdoor dining, olive grove shadeProfessional models dining at a table set in an olive grove, the green shade even and flattering. A food stylist and prop stylist prepared the tablescape — full production, wine country setting. The kind of lifestyle campaign shoot that looks like it happened by accident. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/6/pf-media/AtTheTable09.jpgGreen salad, outdoor dinner, wine countryA dressed green salad in sharp focus on a fully styled outdoor table, a professional model soft behind it in the shade of the grove. The depth of field puts the food first and keeps the lifestyle legible. Full production — food stylist, prop stylist, professional talent, olive grove setting. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/7/pf-media/BranchSunriseDetailS01.jpgOlive branch, summer afternoon, glowing lightAn olive branch photographed against the open afternoon sky, the backlight turning the leaves from green to gold and leaving generous negative space for design. Shot to function as a campaign asset as much as a portfolio image. The light does the styling. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/8/pf-media/MeatCheese01.jpgCapocollo, salami, parmesan, dappled summer lightCapocollo and salami on one plate, chunks of parmesan on another, shot from above in natural dappled summer light. An unhurried moment before a tasting at a destination Sonoma winery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/9/pf-media/Casaliva02.jpgCasaliva olive, Northern CaliforniaCasaliva olives clustered at the end of a branch against an open blue sky, other branches receding behind. The variety name matters — this is origin photography for a brand whose product begins with knowing exactly what it planted. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/10/pf-media/BranchSunriseDetailS06.jpgSunrise olive buds, branch glow, dark backgroundNew olive buds on a branch in Northern California, the morning light making the branch three dimensional against a dark background. The very beginning of the olive cycle — before the flowers, before the fruit, before the harvest. For a premium olive oil brand telling the full origin story, this is where it starts. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/11/pf-media/181106_OlivesInHand_Redux_01_01_Agriculture_SheaEvans_.jpgFresh olives in hand, summer light, Fairfield CaliforniaA hand holding fresh olives just picked in Fairfield, California, the green and purple colors of a mixed harvest, afternoon light raking across their texture. The grove to the hand — California olive oil photography for premium brands whose product begins with knowing exactly when to pick. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/12/pf-media/FlowerTractor01.jpgTractor detail, olive grove, morning lightAn orange tractor in morning sun, olive flowers that have fallen from the trees collecting on the engine chassis — the grove leaving its mark on the equipment. The contrast of the orange metal against the deep grove green is sharp and unplanned. The kind of detail that only appears when a photographer is allowed to wander. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/13/pf-media/JacobSpring01_SheaEvans_191015_WebRes.jpgJacob Lovell, olive grove portraitJacob Lovell, olive oil farmer, in his grove outside Fairfield, California. Morning sun, blurred green trees behind him, a hand at his chin. The ease of someone photographed on his own land. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/14/pf-media/DoughMaking02.jpgPizza dough, handmade, wine countryHands stretching raw pizza dough across a wooden board at an outdoor farm-to-table dinner, salt and flour nearby, afternoon light coming in from the side. Made on location, not in a kitchen. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/15/pf-media/SingleTreeSpring01.jpgOlive tree, dusk, wine countryA single olive tree photographed at dusk, soft light all around the green of the leaves, soft blue sky above.A single olive tree at dusk, the last soft light holding equally across sky and leaves, the blue above just warm enough to feel like the end of a good day. Landscape photography for an agricultural brand that understands terroir is a visual argument as much as a flavor one. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/16/pf-media/Leccino09.jpgLeccino olives, detail, summer sunLeccino olives on the branch at close range, a macro lens bringing the cluster forward while other leaves glow out of focus in the foreground. Natural light wraps the whole frame. The variety visible in the detail — the kind of specificity that separates a producer story from a commodity one. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/17/pf-media/VinegarHouseExterior01.jpgStone house exterior, Napa ValleyA stone building with a classic arched door, two slim trees framing the structure in evening light, the masonry reading as something built to last. Shot as an establishing frame for a brand whose sense of place extends beyond the grove. Architecture photography in service of origin storytelling. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/18/pf-media/OliveDrip01.jpgOlive drip in hand, back lit sunOil dripping from a sliced olive held in a farmer's hand, the summer backlight catching the drop mid-fall and making it glow. A quality check that happens before any bottle gets filled. The light turns a functional moment into an argument for the product. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/19/pf-media/HandOliveBranch02.jpgOlive branch, hands, Northern California farmingA farmer's hands hold an olive branch in the orchard, direct summer sidelight separating leaf from shadow and putting the texture of both hands and branch in the same sharp plane. The grip is comfortable, not posed. Northern California agricultural photography for brands whose story begins with the person who grows it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/20/pf-media/PlaceSetting01.jpgPlace setting, olive branches, afternoon sunA single place setting on the outdoor table before the meal arrives, an olive branch laid across the linen in afternoon sun. Prop-styled with restraint — the branch does the work the centerpiece usually overcrowds. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/21/pf-media/OliveGrove11.jpgOlive grove, shallow focus, summer sunA row of the grove in full summer, shot with a shallow depth of field that lets the olives on the near branches resolve sharp while the rest of the grove falls into warm green blur. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/22/pf-media/ThroughFieldS01.jpgOlive grove, frame within a frame, agriculture sceneThe grove photographed from within it, near branches framing the rows beyond in soft focus — a frame within a frame that puts the viewer inside the canopy rather than looking at it from the road. The light reads as high summer, midday, diffused. Agricultural brand photography that earns its depth. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/23/pf-media/JacobGrove05.jpgJacob Lovell, olive grove portraitJacob Lovell, olive oil farmer, in his grove outside Fairfield, California. An easy smile on his face, he stands in the middle of the grove, the line of trees framing his figure. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/California-Olive-Oil-Agricultural-Photographer/24/pf-media/Pendolino01.jpgPendolino olives, backlight, summer sunPendolino olives backlit in hard summer sun, the skin translucent at the edges and the branch holding a clean line against the bright sky. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/1/pf-media/V_Centro-12.jpgCam Atkinson Chef Portrait Fine Dining San FranciscoCam Atkinson in his Reno restaurant, white chef's coat against a deep red wall, a white architectural feature on one side. Face turned toward the light, a gridded softbox keeping it controlled. The contrast doing the work the environment was built for. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/2/pf-media/H_Centro.jpgLobster, meticulous plating, destination diningLobster tail in a minimal linear presentation of circular items on a black plate, two purees, red and green interacting. Photographed at a destination restaurant in San Francisco with a well earned reputation. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/3/pf-media/V_Centro-14.jpgThree cocktails, dappled light, upscale barThree cocktails on dark wood, leather upholstery behind them, a minimalist bar scene. Dappled light from a cucoloris cutting across the surface, the kind of light that makes a quiet drink feel like an event. Two lights total. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/4/pf-media/V_Centro-17.jpgOctopus marinating, rich texture, raking lightOctopus marinating in lime juice, garlic, jalapeños and shallots, raking light pulling the texture into sharp relief. Colors limited to lavender, greens and yellows. Unglamorous prep work made glamorous. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/5/pf-media/V_Centro-10.jpgRaspberry lime cocktail, dappled light, California coastRaspberry lime cocktail in a coupe, dehydrated lime wheel on the surface. Bare bulb strobe through a cucoloris for the dappled effect, secondary softbox fill in the shadows. Afternoon all the time. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/6/pf-media/V_Centro-15.jpgVideo clip, Chef Seasoning, slow motionA slow motion clip of a chef behind the line at a Marin County fine dining restaurant, salting a pan just pulled from the stove, other cooks moving in real time around him. The slow motion isolates the gesture and makes craft visible at a speed the kitchen never actually runs. Short-form video content for luxury restaurant brands that want the kitchen on their website. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/7/pf-media/V_Centro-23.jpgWhite asparagus, tweezer plating, luxury diningWhite asparagus on a black plate, a peanut puree and chives placed with tweezers, the plating more architectural than decorative. Shot at a San Francisco fine dining restaurant under controlled studio light brought on location. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/8/pf-media/V_Centro-18.jpgRestaurant prep, behind the scenes, Bay AreaA chef labels a wrapped third pan in a Bay Area fine dining kitchen, fish portions shaped into cylinders visible inside. The kind of frame that requires access — and trust. Shot for a hospitality PR firm working with destination restaurant clients in the Bay Area. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/9/pf-media/V_Centro-19.jpgJames Beard Chef Portrait Kitchen Prep San FranciscoA James Beard-recognized chef, head down, mid-prep, his reflection rising from the stainless counter below him. A strobe fired just out of frame to make the constrasting lighting. The doubling of his frame is unplanned and completely right. Restaurant portrait photography that does not ask its subjects to perform. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/10/pf-media/H_Centro-2.jpgKitchen Line Black and White Fine Dining Bay AreaTwo line cooks waiting in a rare quiet moment before service, converted to black and white, available light wrapping their faces evenly. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/11/pf-media/V_Centro-7.jpgFine Dining Restaurant Ceiling Detail San FranciscoCeiling detail of a San Francisco fine dining restaurant — custom wood slat geometry and warm point-source lighting photographed to show the design investment as clearly as the food. A Michelin-aspirant restaurant is selling an environment as much as a menu. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/12/pf-media/V_Centro-8.jpgLuxury Restaurant Bar Interior Northern CaliforniaThe bar at a Northern California fine dining restaurant — deep red walls, leather chairs, a curved wood slat ceiling warm under its own light. Shot without supplemental lighting to keep the atmosphere the room was designed to produce. Interior photography for luxury restaurant groups where the room is part of the offering. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/13/pf-media/H_Centro-6.jpgCocktail Stirring Backlit Luxury Restaurant San FranciscoA cocktail stirred in a mixing glass, backlit to give the liquid glow, a bartender's hand suspended just above the rim. Shot for a San Francisco restaurant group building out their beverage program identity. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/14/pf-media/220321AndyPortraitSheaEvans.jpgFront of House Manager Portrait Fine Dining San FranciscoThe front-of-house manager stands at the window of his San Francisco dining room, rows of place settings receding behind him. Studio strobe on location, positioned to match the window quality already in the room. The portrait holds the same weight as the chef portraits — because in a fine dining restaurant, it should. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/15/pf-media/V_Centro-3.jpgUpscale restaurant video, kitchen to dining roomA continuous take follows a chef from back-of-house prep, through the open kitchen line, panning to the dining room, the full arc of a fine dining restaurant in a single uncut shot. Short-form video and stills produced in the same visual language so every asset reads as one campaign. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/16/pf-media/H_Centro-5.jpgSalmon plated graphically, San FranciscoSalmon with citrus cream and herb oil on a dark wood table, the orange and green palette deliberate and tight. Photographed at a San Francisco luxury restaurant using strobe lighting that elevates the food just as much as the plating does. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/17/pf-media/H_Centro-7.jpgOld Fashioned, afternoon light, Bay AreaAn Old Fashioned in a hand-blown tumbler, a sphere of ice inside, lemon peel on the rim. Bare bulb strobe through a cucoloris makes the whisky glow amber against a dark bar surface. The same dappled-light language used throughout the cocktail series, consistent enough to read as a campaign. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/18/pf-media/V_Centro-4.jpgChef Behind the Line Black and White Video San FranciscoShort-form black and white video of a head chef working the line alongside his cooks, quick cuts, available light, no narration. Made for the website launch of a luxury restaurant in San Francisco. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/19/pf-media/V_Centro-9.jpgCrafted cocktail, models hand, luxury restaurantA model's hand holds a dehydrated citrus wheel above a finished cocktail on a stone bar, the gesture paused just before garnish. Shot for a San Francisco fine dining restaurant with a serious beverage program. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/20/pf-media/V_Centro-13.jpgTable settings, black and white, luxury resaurant groupA black and white image of place settings, sharp in the middle ground but soft focus in the fore and backgrounds. A storytelling image made for a luxury restaurant group in the Bay Area. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/21/pf-media/V_Centro-11.jpgBeef Tataki, elegant dish, San Francisco Beef tataki carefully and elegantly plated in studio light made to look like natural light on location, photographed from above to emphasize the textures and graphic presentation, for an upscale restaurant in San Francisco. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/22/pf-media/H_Centro-8.jpgCocktail tumbler, backlit glow, luxury restaurant groupA cocktail in a heavy tumbler, backlit so the liquid glows against a dark surface, the glass geometry catching a rim of light at its edge. One of a series of beverage images made for a Bay Area luxury restaurant group building a cohesive bar identity across multiple locations. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/23/pf-media/V_Centro-5.jpgChef in action, black and white portraitAn environmental portrait of a chef on the line, engrossed in his work, his energy focused on the task at hand. The kind of insider image made for a luxury restaurant that understands the importance of telling their brand's story in imagery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/24/pf-media/V_Centro-20.jpgKanpachi geometric presentation, San FranciscoKanpachi, peeled cherry tomatoes and sauces are presented in a geometric presentation in a blue bowl, hard directional lighting highlighting the contrasts. A chef's hand pours a chilled broth into the bowl, the liquid catching the light. Made for a San Francisco luxury restaurant group as part of their launch materials. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Fine-Dining-Restaurant-Photographer-San-Francisco/25/pf-media/V_Centro-22.jpgCocktail pour, models hand, Bay AreaA model's hand pours a cocktail at a Bay Area luxury restaurant bar, the liquid caught mid-fall, the motion frozen without losing the sense of movement. The light is the same language as the rest of the cocktail series. Beverage photography for restaurant groups whose bar program is a brand in its own right. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/1/pf-media/250802CornMacro_gallery.jpgCorn Cob, macro detail, raking lightClassic summer crop, a corn cob - green husk, silk and kernels — photographed with enough macro detail that the soft hairs on each kernel are visible. Raking light reveals the texture of the surface in a way that softer light never could. Made using focus stacking, combining 25 individually focused images into a single sharply resolved frame. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/2/pf-media/250806CoffeeBeanMacro_gallery.jpgRoasted Coffee Beans, Macro, Raking LightRoasted coffee beans, focus stacked from thirty-two images into one, raking light across the surface. The fine cracks and oils on each bean visible at a scale the eye doesn't normally reach. Personal work, with Peet's and similar craft coffee brands in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/3/pf-media/250804BlueberriesMacro_gallery.jpgBlueberries, Focus Stacking Macro, Raking lightBlueberries, focus stacked from thirty images into one, raking light across the surface. The waxy bloom on each berry, the small star at the base, color shifting from deep blue to near black in the shadows. What the fruit actually looks like, closer than the eye usually gets. Personal work targeted at farm and agricultural brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/4/pf-media/StrawberryMacro.jpgStrawberry, focus stacked, professional stylingStrawberries, focus stacked from twenty-five images into one, raking light across the surface. The fine hairs and tiny seeds on each berry, color shifting from bright red to near black in the shadows. What the fruit actually looks like, closer than the eye usually gets. Personal work, with Driscoll's and similar farm brands in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/5/pf-media/250806ChardMacro_gallery.jpgSwiss Chard Macro Focus Stack Raking Light San FranciscoSwiss chard leaf, focus stacked from approximately twenty-eight images into one, raking light traveling across the surface and separating the raised veins from the surrounding tissue. The deep red of the midrib fades into green at the leaf edges in a way that compression flattens and macro preserves. Personal work targeted at farm brands, produce companies, and food publishers in Northern California. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/6/pf-media/250806RedPepper_Macro_gallery.jpgRed Pepper Macro Focus Stack Raking Light SFA red pepper, focus stacked from twenty-five images into one, raking light across the skin revealing a surface that looks smooth from a distance and structural up close — ridges, pores, and gradients of color the eye doesn't normally resolve. Personal work with California produce brands and grocery retailers in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/7/pf-media/250802MelonSummer_gallery.jpgCanary Melon Macro Focus Stack Raking Light NorCalCanary melon wedge, focus stacked from approximately thirty images into one, raking light catching the irregular ridges and waxy texture of the flesh and seeds at a scale the fruit is never seen in retail photography. The yellow deepens to near amber in the shadows. Personal work targeted at specialty produce distributors and farm brands in Northern California. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/8/pf-media/250804NapaRedMacro_gallery.jpgRed Napa Cabbage Macro Focus Stack Raking Light SFRed Napa cabbage, focus stacked from twenty-five images into one, raking light moving across the leaf pulling the ridges into high relief. The magenta highlights and shadows reads as graphic at this scale. Personal work targeted at farm-direct produce brands and agricultural clients in the Bay Area. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/9/pf-media/DragonMacro.jpgDragon Fruit Macro Focus Stack Raking Light SFDragon fruit photographed whole, focus stacked from approximately thirty images into one, raking light across the skin. The deep pink surface and the pointed green-tipped scales sharp from edge to edge — a level of detail that makes the fruit's unusual geometry work as a product image rather than just a botanical curiosity. Personal work targeted at specialty fruit importers, superfood brands, and produce companies working in the premium grocery market. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/10/pf-media/250802TomatoMacro_gallery.jpgTomato with Salt Macro Focus Stack Raking Light SFA tomato slice with salt crystals on the surface, focus stacked from twenty-five images into one, raking light raising both the texture of the skin and the individual salt grains into sharp relief. The salt was placed as a styling decision — it adds scale and draws a direct line between the ingredient and the table. Personal work with farm brands, packaged food producers, and premium grocery clients in mind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/11/pf-media/250804BlueCheese_Macro_gallery.jpgBlue Cheese Macro Focus Stack Raking Light Bay AreaBlue cheese, focus stacked from approximately twenty-eight images into one, raking light across the cut face. The veining, the crumble at the edge, the variation in surface texture between the rind and the paste — detail that reads as quality at macro scale. Personal work targeted at artisan cheese producers, specialty food brands, and fine dining clients in the Bay Area. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Macro-Food-Photographer-San-Francisco/12/pf-media/250806ChardTreeMacro2_gallery.jpgChard Stalk Macro Focus Stack Raking Light NorCalA chard stalk photographed at macro scale, focus stacked from approximately twenty-five images into one, raking light separating the ridges and fibers of the stalk from the shadows between them. The stalk reads as architectural at this proximity. Personal work targeted at farm brands, produce companies, and food publishers looking for macro ingredient photography in Northern California. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/1/pf-media/Santo_PlmaHnd_2025_V_Logo.jpgPaloma Cocktail Bartender Hand Denver Airport HospitalityA Paloma cocktail held by a bartender with decorated nails at Santo, Denver International Airport. Shot to look like a controlled studio image — single backlit strobe, clean background, no ambient bleed. Airport hospitality photography for concession brands that need food and beverage assets that compete with any standalone restaurant campaign. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/2/pf-media/HFF_SD_Airport_01.jpgAirport Restaurant Interior San Diego SAN HospitalityInterior photograph by a West Coast airport hospitality photographer for a brand that puts restaurants into airports. A plane takes off outside the large windows, the concourse quiet before the morning rush of people. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/3/pf-media/Santo_HoseaPortrait_2025_06.jpgChef Hosea Rosenberg, blue and gold, Denver airportChef Hosea Rosenberg at Santo, Denver International Airport, deep blue wall behind him, rich yellow alcove to one side. A single gridded softbox, controlled to keep the light where it belongs. The restaurant's colors doing as much work as the lighting. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/4/pf-media/GrpDrk_BB_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgCold coffee, directional light, San DiegoTwo iced coffees — one mocha — alongside a cold matcha, all in glass vessels with Better Buzz Coffee branding. Soft directional light built with a strobe and softbox to feel like a window at a small neighborhood coffee shop. Shot on location at the San Diego airport, away from any natural light https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/5/pf-media/GrpTst_Oklndsh_02.jpgThree Breakfast Toasts Oakland Airport Hotel Morning LightThree open-face breakfast toasts — apple, smoked salmon with capers, avocado — on a warm wood surface with a cup of tea, shot at an upscale Oakland airport hotel. A large softbox dialed to replicate directional morning window light in a room with no windows. Airport and hotel hospitality photography for food brands that need menu assets shot on property without natural light access. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/6/pf-media/JayDeanna5Table01.jpgJay and Deanna, restaurant portrait, San Francisco airportJay and Deanna, owners and partners of Little Skillet and Farmer Brown, soul food restaurants at San Francisco International Airport. A light from above, a large fill in front — two faces, one frame, the lighting built to hold them both equally. The people behind the food. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/7/pf-media/Frlys_GrpDsh__SheaEvans_02.jpgGroup of Dishes Airport Restaurant San Francisco SFOA spread of dishes from a restaurant at San Francisco International Airport, photographed overhead to show the full menu range in a single frame. Shot using portable strobe on location during off-hours with a small crew. Airport restaurant photography for concession brands building campaign and menu assets across multiple locations. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/8/pf-media/Frlys_MshSnd__SheaEvans_01.jpgMushroom Egg Breakfast Sandwich Oakland Airport HospitalityA mushroom and egg breakfast sandwich on a table with other breakfast items, directional strobe light mimicking a morning window in a windowless restaurant at Oakland International Airport. Made for a Bay Area restaurant group operating at OAK. Airport hospitality food photography for concession operators whose guests expect menu imagery that feels honest and made-from-scratch. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/9/pf-media/FBInteriorDetail_SheaEvans_191015.jpgFarmer Brown Interiors San FranciscoInterior detail of Farmer Brown at San Francisco International airport by a San Francisco food and hospitality photographer. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/10/pf-media/PulledPorkSandwich01_SheaEvans_191015.jpgPulled Pork Sandwich Airport Restaurant Denver International AirportA pulled pork sandwich photographed at a restaurant at Denver International Airport, directional light from a portable softbox keeping the food feeling natural but beautiful. Airport hospitality food photography for concession brands operating in Denver Colorado terminals. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/11/pf-media/InteriorNBB_Denver04_SheaEvans_191015.jpgNew Belgium Brewing Airport Bar Interiors Denver DENInterior of New Belgium Brewing at Denver International Airport, window seating highlighting the interior design elements that set the restaurant apart from it's nearby competitors. Airport hospitality interior photography for concession operators and brand developers working in DEN. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/12/pf-media/Bagel02.jpgBagel Breakfast San Francisco Airport SFO HospitalityA dressed bagel photographed on location at San Francisco International Airport, portable strobe creating clean directional light that reads as a window shot. Menu food photography for airport restaurant concessions at SFO serving morning traffic. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/13/pf-media/BarChairDetail.jpgBar Chair Detail Airport Restaurant San Francisco SFOA detail of the bar seating area at a San Francisco airport restaurant, the design and materials photographed to support a brand narrative beyond the food. Airport hospitality interior photography for concession operators whose spaces are as carefully considered as their menus. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/14/pf-media/Ccktl_CW_HFFSD26_H_V2.jpgFive Cocktails Backlit Pool of Light SFO Airport BarFive cocktails arranged in a pool of backlit light at a San Francisco airport bar, each glass glowing against a dark surface. The lighting setup was brought on location — no ambient airport light in the frame. Beverage photography for airport hospitality brands building a bar program identity at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/15/pf-media/BartenderShake08.jpgBartender Shaking Cocktail Airport Bar San Francisco SFOA bartender shaking a cocktail behind the bar at a San Francisco airport restaurant, the action frozen with a strobe at a speed that keeps the motion readable. Airport hospitality photography for concession operators building bar program and brand identity assets at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/16/pf-media/BreakfastToppings02_SheaEvans_191015.jpgParfait Toppings Airport Restaurant San Francisco SFOVarious toppings for a parfait including, granola, strawberries, kumquats, pomegranate seeds, almond slices, dried figs, grapefruit segments, blueberries, raspberries, sliced dates, sunflower seeds arranged in square dishes in a pattern on a wood background. Airport food photography for hospitality concession brands operating breakfast service at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/17/pf-media/PinkCocktail03.jpgPink Cocktail Airport Bar Denver International AirportA pink cocktail at the bar of a Denver International Airport restaurant, the color palette of the drink against the black t shirt of a bartender. Airport beverage photography for concession brands at DEN. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/18/pf-media/FrmrBrwn_GrpDsh_SheaEvans_02.jpgElevated southern food, fast casual, San FranciscoShot from above, a table of dishes that feels like friends who've all ordered something different — cobb salad, chicken and waffles, creole shrimp, fried chicken sandwich, pulled pork. The top is already off the hot sauce. Wine and cocktails ready. Airport food photography for fast casual hospitality brands operating at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/19/pf-media/SthWstSld_Oklndsh_01.jpgProtein Bowl, lunch scene, raking lightProtein bowl of beans, chicken, chorizo and avocado at the Oakland airport. Fresh food will travel. Raking light pulls the texture of every ingredient. Airport hospitality menu photography for concession operators offering health-forward fast casual menus. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/20/pf-media/Frlys_AvoTst__SheaEvans_01.jpgAvocado Toast Airport Restaurant Hospitality West CoastAvocado toast photographed on location at an airport restaurant, directional softbox light reading as morning window light. A menu staple that still requires proper lighting to hold up in campaign use. Airport breakfast food photography for West Coast hospitality concession brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/21/pf-media/ChckArt_AM_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgArtichoke Chicken Sandwich Airport Restaurant SFOAn artichoke and chicken sandwich photographed at a San Francisco airport restaurant, portable strobe keeping the food sharp and well-separated from the background. Menu food photography for airport hospitality concession operators at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/22/pf-media/BreakfastGroup02.jpgBreakfast Spread Overview Airport Restaurant SFOA full breakfast spread laid out at a San Francisco airport restaurant — multiple dishes in a single overhead frame designed to give a concession brand a versatile campaign asset. Portable strobe, off-hours access, small crew. Airport hospitality photography for breakfast-focused concession brands at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/23/pf-media/GroupLD_HFF_SheaEvans_V_StoriesV.jpgMexican Food Scene Airport Restaurant Oakland OAKA Mexican food spread photographed at a restaurant at Oakland International Airport, directional strobe building a warm, appetizing light in a windowless terminal space. Airport food photography for fast casual and full-service Mexican concession brands at OAK. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/24/pf-media/BartenderClose01.jpgBartender Pour Airport Restaurant San Francisco SFOA bartender photographed at their station at a San Francisco airport restaurant, the bar environment in the background and the strobe kept tight to the subject. Bar and cocktail photography for airport hospitality brands building team and brand identity assets at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/25/pf-media/BreakfastSavory02_SheaEvans_191015.jpgBreakfast Scene Airport Restaurant San Francisco SFOA breakfast scene photographed at a San Francisco airport restaurant with portable directional strobe, the food and table setting working together to build a morning hospitality narrative. Airport food photography for concession operators running breakfast service at SFO https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/26/pf-media/Shakshuka102.jpgShakshuka Airport Restaurant San Francisco SFOShakshuka in a cast iron pan photographed at a San Francisco airport restaurant, with sauce, eggs, and herbs. A dish that reads as chef-driven in a fast-casual concession context. Airport food photography for hospitality brands operating elevated breakfast menus at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/27/pf-media/CeilingDetail2025REdux_redux.jpgAirport Restaurant Ceiling Detail Architectural InteriorsAn architectural ceiling detail from an airport restaurant interior, the texture and materials photographed to support the full brand narrative of the space. Interior photography for airport hospitality operators whose design investment deserves the same attention as the food photography. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/28/pf-media/AlldyGrp_TS_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgTaco Stand Airport Restaurant San Diego SANBurritos, tacos and carne asada fries on a light surface with drinks and salsa around. Airport food and interior photography for quick-service concession brands at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/29/pf-media/Alscn_PF_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgBreakfast Pastry Airport Restaurant Northern CaliforniaA breakfast pastry photographed on location at a Northern California airport restaurant, directional softbox light keeping the laminated layers and glaze sharp. Airport food photography for bakery and coffee concession brands operating in West Coast terminals. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/30/pf-media/AsdFrs02_CW_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgCarne Asada Fries Airport Restaurant Oakland OAKCarne asada fries photographed at a restaurant at Oakland International Airport, the toppings and textures catching a directional strobe at a low angle. Airport food photography for fast casual Mexican concession brands at OAK. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/31/pf-media/Beer_CW_HFFSD26_H_V2.jpgCutwater Canned Beer Airport Bar San Diego SANCutwater beers photographed at a Northern California airport bar, the packaging and product sharp against a clean background with portable strobe. Beverage product photography for airport bar and retail concession brands operating in West Coast terminals. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/32/pf-media/ChckTc_TS_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgChicken taco lunch scene, clear branding, San DiegoA lunch scene at The Taco Stand, a San Diego brand bringing the handmade taco tradition of Tijuana and the Baja Peninsula north of the border — tortillas, guacamole, and salsas made from scratch daily. A brightly colored plate of chicken tacos with chips and a drink, as if just sitting down to eat, the branding visible in the frame. Soft directional light built to feel like a big window, photographed on location in a windowless room at the San Diego airport. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/33/pf-media/ClsscBrgr02_CW_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgClassic Burger Airport Restaurant Oakland East Bay OAKA classic burger photographed at a restaurant at Oakland International Airport, directional strobe keeping the build sharp and the bun and toppings legible. Airport food photography for burger and American casual concession brands at OAK. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/34/pf-media/Mcrn_PF_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgMacarons Airport Bakery San Francisco Bay Area SFOMacarons loosely styled on a plate, photographed at an airport bakery in the San Francisco Bay Area, portable strobe creating clean, even light across the pastel surfaces. Airport food photography for specialty bakery and cafe concession brands operating in Bay Area terminals. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/35/pf-media/BrkSndPnct_AM_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgBreakfast Sandwich Airport Restaurant Hospitality SFOA breakfast sandwich photographed on location at a San Francisco airport restaurant with directional strobe built to read as morning window light. Airport hospitality menu photography for concession operators running breakfast programs at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/36/pf-media/MrgPzz01_AM_HFFSD26_V_V2.jpgMargherita Pizza Detail Airport Restaurant San FranciscoA margherita pizza photographed close in at a San Francisco airport restaurant, the char on the crust and the mozzarella catching directional light from a portable strobe. Airport food photography for pizza and Italian casual concession brands at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/37/pf-media/Santo_BldMry_2025_V.jpgBloody Mary Color Contrast Denver International AirportA Bloody Mary at Denver International Airport, the deep red of the drink and the garnish photographed against a light brown background with portable strobe. Airport beverage photography for full-service restaurant and bar concession brands at DEN. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/38/pf-media/BrkGrp_StnBrw_SheaEvans_HFF_v_StoriesV.jpgGroup Breakfast Dishes Airport Restaurant San Diego SANA group of breakfast dishes photographed on location at a restaurant at San Diego International Airport, the spread arranged for a campaign overview shot and lit with portable strobe to hold the whole table evenly. Airport hospitality photography for concession brands building breakfast menu campaigns at SAN. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/39/pf-media/InteriorNBB_Detail_Denver02_SheaEvans_191015.jpgNew Belgium Brewing Interior Detail Denver Airport DENA detail of the interior at New Belgium Brewing at Denver International Airport — materials, finishes, and brand touchpoints photographed to support the full brand story of the space. Airport interior photography for hospitality concession operators at DEN. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/40/pf-media/FrenToast_HFF_SheaEvans_V_StoriesV.jpgFrench Toast Airport Restaurant West CoastFrench toast with toppings photographed at a restaurant at a west coast airport, directional strobe reading as morning light through a window that does not exist in the terminal. Airport breakfast food photography for hospitality concession brands on the West Coast https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/41/pf-media/ExteriorNBB_Denver01UPDATE_SheaEvans_191015.jpgNew Belgium Brewing Wide Interior Denver Airport DENA wide interior shot of New Belgium Brewing at Denver International Airport, the full bar and seating area photographed to show the scale and design of the space during off-hours. Airport interior photography for hospitality brands and concession operators at DEN who need architectural assets alongside food and beverage imagery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/42/pf-media/LnchDnnr_StnBrw_SheaEvans_HFF_H_StoriesV.jpgPub Food Airport Restaurant San Diego International SANA pub food spread including apps, drinks and mains, photographed at a restaurant at San Diego International Airport. Airport food photography for casual dining and pub concept concession brands at SAN. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/43/pf-media/ChickenWaffleHoriz_SheaEvans_191015.jpgChicken Waffles Airport Restaurant San Francisco SFOChicken and waffles photographed at a San Francisco airport restaurant, a dark table, with a cup of coffee and a bottle of hot sauce nearby. Airport food photography for hospitality concession brands building dinner and lunch menu assets at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/44/pf-media/YogurtParfait02_SheaEvans_191015.jpgYogurt Parfait Airport Restaurant Bay Area HospitalityA layered yogurt parfait photographed on location at a Bay Area airport restaurant, portable strobe building clean directional light in a terminal with no natural light access. Airport food photography for health-forward and cafe concession brands in Bay Area terminals. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/45/pf-media/GuyEshel03_SheaEvans_191015.jpgGuy Eshel Portrait Airport Restaurant San Francisco SFOA portrait of Guy Eshel, restaurant operator, photographed on location at San Francisco International Airport. Studio strobe on location, the restaurant environment held in soft focus behind the subject. Airport hospitality portrait photography for concession brands building operator and team identity assets at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/46/pf-media/FBLrgInterior01_SheaEvans_191015.jpgFarmer Brown Restaurant Wide Interior San Francisco SFOA wide interior shot of Farmer Brown restaurant at San Francisco International Airport, the full dining room photographed during off-hours to show the layout and design of the space. Airport hospitality interior photography for concession brands whose dining room is part of what they are selling at SFO. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/47/pf-media/SababaInterior01_SheaEvans_191015.jpgSababa Restaurant Interior Detail San Francisco SFOAn interior detail of Sababa restaurant at San Francisco International Airport — surfaces, lighting fixtures, and branded design elements photographed to support the full visual identity of the space. Airport interior photography for concession operators at SFO building brand assets beyond the menu. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Airport-Hospitality-Photographer-West-Coast/48/pf-media/Guac_HFF_SheaEvans_V_StoriesV.jpgGuacamole Airport Restaurant Oakland International OAKGuacamole in a molcajete photographed at a restaurant at Oakland International Airport. Airport food photography for Mexican and fast casual concession brands at OAK. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/1/pf-media/ParkeVignette_04_2026update.jpgHotel Room Vignette Afternoon Light Boutique Hotel NorCalA hotel room corner — chair, nightstand, accent lamp — the afternoon light coming through the blinds and striping the wall. Shot with supplemental lighting to hold the quality of the room as it actually exists at that hour. Luxury boutique hotel photography in Northern California for destination brands whose rooms earn their own frame. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/2/pf-media/Videothumbs-2.jpgrosted Window Cinemagraph Boutique Hotel San FranciscoA cinemagraph of frosted hotel windows, the shapes of traffic and street life outside moving in a slow loop while the frame stays still. Shot as a motion asset to complement the still photography from the same commission. Luxury hotel photography and motion content delivered together for destination brands building website and social campaigns. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/3/pf-media/JesseExterior_01.jpgBoutique Hotel Exterior Models Golden Hour Bay AreaA boutique hotel exterior at golden hour in the Bay Area, two professional models walking in front of the building as the setting sun lights the facade. The exterior shot from a commission that covered rooms, food, cocktails, and motion in a single production day. Luxury hotel photography for destination brands that need a full campaign, not a series of isolated images. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/4/pf-media/SmallTacoScene_04-2.jpgTaco Tequila Scene Boutique Hotel Happy Hour NorCalThree tacos, tequila, and chips mid-meal at a Northern California boutique hotel, the table caught in the easy disorder of an actual happy hour rather than a pre-service arrangement. Dappled afternoon light from the courtyard. Food and lifestyle photography for luxury resort and destination hotel brands building menus and social content from a single shoot. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/5/pf-media/CourtyardCocktail_02Jesse2.jpgOrange cocktail, afternoon glow, dappled lightAn orange cocktail in a coupe with lemon peel garnish, backlit afternoon sun making it glow, the dappled shadow pattern from the courtyard canopy falling across the stone table. On location beverage photography for luxury resort and destination hotel brands whose outdoor spaces are part of what they are selling. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/6/pf-media/Videothumbs-1.jpgCocktail cinemagraph, hotel lounge, infinite sparkleA cocktail in a tumbler on the coffee table of a luxury San Francisco hotel lounge, the surface of the drink moving back and forth, endlessly. A cinemagraph built for the moment a guest settles in. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/7/pf-media/ParkeMirror_02Jesse2.jpgHotel room mirror, unexpected composition, wine countryA clean white wall and a mirror. In the reflection, slightly soft — a suitcase, the edge of a king bed, a pendant light. The whole room implied rather than shown. Shot for an upscale wine country hotel. Available for hospitality brands whose campaigns need a more considered eye. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/8/pf-media/ParkeRoom_05Jesse2.jpgHotel brand film, motion and stills, single commissionA six-second silent brand story for a boutique California wine country hotel — room, a hand placing a dish, a bartender pouring, the hotel branding. Shot as motion to complement the stills from the same commission, the lighting consistent across both. One photographer, one visual language, photography and video delivered together. Available for hotel and resort clients needing motion and stills from a single production. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/9/pf-media/JesseWindowDetail_02.jpgFrosted Window Abstract Detail Boutique Hotel Bay AreaA frosted hotel window in the Bay Area, the cars and street outside distorted into abstract shapes by the glass. A detail from a full boutique hotel commission that included rooms, food, cocktails, and cinemagraphs. Luxury resort and destination hotel photography for brands whose visual identity extends to the details of the architecture. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/10/pf-media/ParkeRoom_04Jesse2.jpgHotel Room Interior Vignette Luxury Resort Bay AreaA hotel room showing a king bed, nightstand, lounge chair, and layered accent lighting, photographed to hold the atmosphere of the space at rest. Part of a full-property commission that covered architecture, food, beverages, and motion content. Luxury boutique hotel photography in the Bay Area for destination brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/11/pf-media/JesseStairs_01.jpgInterior Staircase Boutique Hotel San Francisco The interior staircase of a boutique hotel in San Francisco, natural light from above separating the steps from the wall and giving the architecture a clean, unmanipulated quality. Part of a full-property commission covering rooms, food, cocktails, models, and motion. Luxury hotel interior photography for destination brands whose public spaces are as considered as their guest rooms. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/12/pf-media/MezcalFlight_01.jpgMezcal Flight, Northern CaliforniaMezcal flight, three different glasses, with citrus chasers of lime and orange, salt and sugar on a rustic wooden board in afternoon light. Made for a destination brand that wants story just as much as documentation. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/13/pf-media/JesseLounge_01.jpgDestination hotel lounge, interior design, Bay AreaThe lounge of a luxury Bay Area boutique hotel showing custom coffee table, leather sofas, and pendant lights hung in a loose cluster, moody natural light holding the whole room in the quality the designers intended. Shot available light, no supplemental strobe. Destination hotel interior photography for luxury resort brands whose common spaces are a core part of the guest experience. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/14/pf-media/Quinby_01.jpgHotel Room Exposed Brick Green Stool Boutique NorCalExposed brick walls, a vintage green stool, and hardwood floors in a hotel room photographed to hold the specific design decisions that make a boutique property different from a chain. Available light from the window, no supplemental fill. Luxury boutique hotel photography for Northern California destination brands whose rooms are built around a point of view. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/15/pf-media/ChipsMezcalScene_01.jpgTortilla chips, hotel happy hour, San FrancisscoChips and mezcal served at a luxury hotel happy hour in San Francisco, hard afternoon light crafting the textures and contrasts. The meal is in progress, made for brands that want all images to invite new people to be a part of their brand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/16/pf-media/MargPour_03.jpgMargarita pour, professional model, San FranciscoA professional model in the role of bartender pours a margarita from a stainless steel mixer, the liquid backlit and glowing, the model's hand wrapped around an iced glass. Shot on location at a San Francisco boutique hotel with a single backlight and natural fill. Luxury hotel lifestyle photography for destination resort brands building beverage program identity with professional models and directed production. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/17/pf-media/Courtyard_02Jesse2.jpgResort courtyard, looping video, dappled lightA looping video for a luxury destination resort landing page showing a cocktail in dappled courtyard light, the sun through leaves moving in a slow loop. Shot on location at the same boutique hotel property as the stills in this gallery, the lighting consistent across both formats. Destination resort photography and motion content for brands that need stills and video from a single production. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/18/pf-media/ThirdFloorRoom_04.jpgHotel Bathroom Custom Tile Wood Bench San FranciscoA hotel bathroom in San Francisco framed tight on the custom tile wall and vintage wood bench, the composition cutting the room at a different angle than a standard architectural shot. Available light from the window. Boutique hotel interior photography for luxury destination brands whose bathrooms are designed to be noticed. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/19/pf-media/CocktailStir_02.jpgCocktail stir, blurred motion, destination resortA cocktail being stirred in a glass mixer, the long exposure catching the motion of the spoon as blur while the ice and liquid hold their shape. Shot with a single backlight to separate the glass from the dark bar surface. Beverage photography for luxury destination resorts and boutique hotel brands whose bar program is a significant part of the guest experience. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/20/pf-media/ParkeBed_04Jesse2.jpgHotel Bed Detail Linen Boutique Hotel San FranciscoA tight detail of a made hotel bed, the linen and pillows photographed to show the quality of the materials at close range. Part of a full boutique hotel commission in San Francisco covering rooms, food, beverages, and motion content. Luxury hotel photography for destination brands whose bedding is a brand decision as much as a comfort one. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/21/pf-media/TacosScene_04.jpgThree Tacos Luxury Resort Restaurant Northern CaliforniaThree tacos plated and ready at a Northern California luxury resort restaurant, dappled natural light from the courtyard holding the food in the quality of the setting. Food photography for boutique hotel and destination resort brands building restaurant and bar program imagery from a single production. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/22/pf-media/ThirdFloorRoom_06.jpgHotel Room Interior Wine Country Boutique Hotel NorCalA hotel room at a wine country boutique hotel, the natural light from the window holding the room at the hour it was designed for. Part of a full-property shoot covering architecture, food, cocktails, models, and motion content. Luxury resort photography for Northern California destination brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Luxury-Boutique-Hotel-Photographer-Northern-California/23/pf-media/ParkeVignette_03Jesse2.jpgHotel Interior Vignette Boutique Hotel Northern CaliforniaA hotel interior vignette from a Northern California boutique property, the design and materials photographed in available light to hold the character of the space without supplemental strobe. Part of a full-commission shoot covering rooms, restaurant, bar, and motion content in a single production. Luxury boutique hotel photography for destination resort brands in Northern California. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/1 https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/2/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0272.jpgCherry Pork Acorn Squash Table Charter Oak St HelenaCherry roasted pork, roasted acorn squash, and a cocktail arranged on the table at Charter Oak in St. Helena. Location strobe lighting that sets the look apart from other lower end restaurants. Fine dining restaurant photography for wine country destination restaurants that need a full-table campaign image alongside individual dish portraits. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/3/pf-media/23-02-09_CRoldFashioned_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_38.jpgOld Fashioned St. HelenaAn Old Fashioned at Charter Oak in St. Helena, the bartender running an orange peel around the rim at the moment the cocktail transitions from built to finished. Punchy strobe lighting, the kind that raises the visual bar for a brand. Beverage photography for fine dining wine country restaurants whose bar programs are as considered as the kitchen. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/4/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0186.jpgChef Finishing Dish Parsley Charter Oak St HelenaA chef at Charter Oak finishing a dish with a scattering of parsley, the hand and the plate caught at the moment before it leaves the pass. Small softbox, creating unique punchy light. Fine dining kitchen photography for Napa Valley restaurants and luxury resort food programs that want the behind-the-line moment as much as the plated dish. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/5/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0298.jpgDessert Plated Charter Oak Fine Dining St HelenaA dessert course at Charter Oak in St. Helena, the plating precise and the components separated by a single controlled strobe dialed to feel like a quality of light the dining room never quite delivers on its own. The highlights are clean, the shadows hold detail, and nothing on the plate is lost. Fine dining dessert photography for Napa Valley destination restaurants whose pastry program is a reason people book the table. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/6/pf-media/23-02-09_PineappleGuava_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_68.jpgGuava pineapple cocktail pour moment, California coastA guava and pineapple cocktail being poured at an upscale California coast bar, the last stream from the shaker catching the light. A small softbox creating high contrast glow in both the glass and the liquid. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/7/pf-media/23-02-09_CaliHighBall_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_24.jpgBartender at Work Charter Oak Bar St Helena NapaA bartender at work behind the Charter Oak bar in St. Helena, a strobe placed to separate the figure from the bar environment and hold the face in clean, controlled light that available bar light never produces consistently. The bar and bottles stay present in the background without competing. Fine dining hospitality portrait photography for wine country restaurants building brand identity around the people behind the beverage program. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/8/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0137.jpgDates Appetizer Cocktail Pairing Charter Oak St HelenaA plate of dates alongside a cocktail at Charter Oak in St. Helena, a single strobe placed to rake across the surface of the food and catch the texture of the dates and the rim of the glass in the same light. The warm wood of the table stays in the frame as context without pulling focus. Fine dining appetizer photography for wine country destination restaurants whose bar and kitchen programs are designed to work together. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/9/pf-media/23-02-09_CaliHighBall_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_53.jpgMicah Clark, beverage director, portrait, St HelenaMicah Clark, beverage director of Charter Oak in St. Helena, in his element at the bar, extends a cocktail toward the camera. Shot on location at Charter Oak. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/10/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0585.jpgChef Christopher Kostow , portrait, Chater Oak, St HelenaChristopher Kostow, chef and co-owner of Charter Oak in St. Helena, in the doorway of his restaurant. Casual olive clothes, relaxed expression, not the version of a Napa chef you usually see. Open shade, the open door framing his figure. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/11/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0223.jpgChef at the Wood Fire Charter Oak Kitchen St HelenaA chef at the wood-burning hearth at Charter Oak in St. Helena, strobe freezing the action. Fine dining kitchen photography for Napa Valley restaurants whose cooking method is the brand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/12/pf-media/SheasPicks_Pork_SheaEvans_01.jpgSliced Pork Dish Charter Oak Fine Dining St HelenaSliced pork at Charter Oak in St. Helena, a strobe placed to rake light across the cut surface and bring the texture and color of the meat forward in a way that ambient dining room light flattens. The sauce catches a separate highlight from the same source. This is the gap between a restaurant photograph and a food photograph. Fine dining food photography for Napa Valley destination restaurants and luxury resort food programs. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/13/pf-media/23-02-09_CRoldFashioned_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_05.jpgMicah Clark Wine CountryPortrait of Micah Clark, beverage director of Charter Oak making a drink at the bar in St. Helena California by a food and restaurant photographer. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/14/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0284.jpgDessert Plating in Progress Charter Oak St HelenaDessert being plated at Charter Oak in St. Helena, a strobe placed at a low angle to catch the components mid-placement and hold the precision of the work without freezing it into something static. The kitchen environment reads in the background. Fine dining behind-the-scenes photography for wine country destination restaurants and Napa Valley luxury resort food programs whose pastry kitchen is worth showing. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/15/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0556.jpgMicah Clark Christopher KostowPortrait of celebrity chef Christopher Kostow and beverage director Micah Clark at the Charter Oak in St. Helena, California by a food and restaurant photographer. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/16/pf-media/SheasPicks_Squash_SheaEvans_01.jpgRoasted Squash Dish Cocktail Pairing Charter Oak Napa A roasted squash dish beside a cocktail in a coupe at Charter Oak in St. Helena, a single strobe covering both subjects. The pairing is photographed as a composed unit, the way the menu intends it. Fine dining food and beverage photography for Napa Valley restaurants with integrated kitchen and bar programs. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Michelin-Restaurant-Photographer-Napa-Valley/17/pf-media/23-02-09_CharterOak_WA_SheaEvans_0078.jpgChristopher Kostow Portrait St HelenaPortrait of celebrity chef Christopher Kostow at his restaurant Charter Oak in St. Helena CA by a food and restaurant photographer. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/1/pf-media/BuffaloSoldier_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgBison portrait, sunset raking light, Valentine NebraskaA close portrait of a bison near Valentine, Nebraska, sunset light raking across the nose, one curious eye catching the last of the day. Natural light only, nothing between the photographer and the animal. Regenerative ranch photography for food and agricultural brands whose story starts with the land and the animals on it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/2/pf-media/AudLiason02_SheaEvansv2.jpgRanching Lifestyle, Americana PhotographerRancher and biologist working together to steward a ranch into a healthy ecosystem in Valentine, Nebraska. Both men squat on top of a bluff at sunset, a myriad of grass species surround them as the sun sets on the Niobrara river. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/3/pf-media/BacksideViews04_SheaEvansv2.jpgRanch Grassland, Two Dot MontanaOpen grassland on Moore Ranch near Twodot, Montana, September 28th, 2024. Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program works with independent ranchers to certify grasslands as beneficial bird habitats by a specialty agriculture and farming photographer. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/4/pf-media/CowGrassSunrise_05_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle at sunrise, Keewaydin Ranch, Big Timber MontanaCattle grazing on open grassland at Keewaydin Ranch near Big Timber, Montana at sunrise, the image reduced to two colors — black silhouettes and gold light. Shot for Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program, which certifies working grasslands as beneficial bird habitat. The kind of image that reminds you regenerative ranching is as much about beauty as it is about land stewardship. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/5/pf-media/EdBrown_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgRancher Portrait Two Rivers Ranch Nebraska SandhillsEd Brown at Two Rivers Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills near Valentine, Nebraska — photographed beside his side-by-side in the long afternoon light of October. Available light only, the landscape doing the work a studio backdrop never could. Ranch brand photography for grassfed beef and regenerative agriculture brands whose story is built on the people who manage the land. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/6/pf-media/DaveHandGrass01_SheaEvansv2.jpgGrass in Hand Ranch, NebraskaA rancher holds a stem of little bluestem on Hutchison Organics Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills near Rose, Nebraska. The grass in hand is as much the subject as the man — little bluestem is the signature species of the tallgrass prairie, a signal that the land is being managed correctly. Shot in available light, October. Part of a body of work documenting Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program, which certifies working grasslands as beneficial bird habitat. Agricultural brand photography for grassfed beef and regenerative farming brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/7/pf-media/BacksideShea02_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle Open Range Grassland Montana RanchCattle on open rangeland in Montana, photographed at distance so the scale of the grassland reads as clearly as the animals. Available light, raking sunrise creating contrast and showing the texture of the grass just as much as the cattle. Regenerative ranch photography for grassfed beef brands building origin story content from the land up. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/8/pf-media/BacksideViews02_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle Ranch Grassland Landscape MontanaOpen grassland on a working ranch in Montana, the rolling terrain and the herd photographed together to show the scale of a pasture-raised operation. Available light only. Agricultural landscape photography for regenerative beef and sustainable farming brands whose campaigns need to show what the land actually looks like. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/9/pf-media/CowHighGrass01_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle Portrait Prairie Cordgrass Nebraska SandhillsA cow photographed in prairie cordgrass on Hutchison Organics Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills near Rose, Nebraska — the grass as tall as the animal's shoulder, the available light of October afternoon holding the texture of both. Part of a body of work for Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program, documenting working ranches certified as beneficial grassland bird habitat. Grassfed cattle photography for regenerative agriculture brands whose product starts with soil health. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/10/pf-media/AlexShea02_SheaEvansv2.jpgRancher Portrait Side by Side Ranch Dog MontanaA rancher and his dog photographed in their side-by-side on a working ranch in Montana, the vehicle and the dog as much a part of the portrait as the man. Available afternoon light, no flash. Ranch brand photography for grassfed beef and regenerative agriculture brands building content around the people behind the operation. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/11/pf-media/BisonGrp_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgBison Group Regenerative Ranching NebraskaA group of bison on a ranch in Nebraska, photographed in the soft light of an overcast day, the herd spread across open grassland. Available light only, nothing between the camera and the animals. Brand photography for regenerative beef and bison producers, sustainable food brands, and conservation organizations whose audience needs to see the animals on the land. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/12/pf-media/MeadowlarkFence_04_SheaEvansv2.jpgWestern Meadowlark Fence Piedmontese Cattle Nebraska A Western Meadowlark on a fence post at Leigh-Fairhead Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills near Merriman, the Piedmontese cattle visible behind. The Meadowlark's presence is not incidental — it is the certification. Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program certifies working grasslands by monitoring bird populations as indicators of ecosystem health. Available light, October. Agricultural brand photography for regenerative farming operations where biodiversity is the measure of success. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/13/pf-media/JasonFairhead_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgJason Fairhead Rancher Portrait Nebraska SandhillsJason Fairhead at Leigh-Fairhead Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills near Merriman, Nebraska, photographed on his own land in available October afternoon light. The ranch is part of Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program, which certifies working grasslands as beneficial bird habitat — a recognition that good ranching and healthy ecosystems are the same thing. Ranch brand photography for grassfed beef and regenerative agriculture brands building producer story content. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/14/pf-media/BullEars_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgGrassfed Cattle Sustainable Ranch NebraskaA bull in open grassland in Nebraska, photographed in late afternoon light, the prairie stretching behind. The frame is simple and the subject is at ease, achieved by a photographer familiar with catte. Grassfed and pasture-raised beef brand photography for regenerative agriculture brands and sustainable food companies building campaign assets from the ranch. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/15/pf-media/CowSunset02_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle at Sunset Grassland Nebraska Sandhills Cattle photographed at sunset in the Nebraska Sandhills, the animals moving through the last of the day's light on open native grassland. Available light, no flash, the color of the sky doing what no gel could replicate. Agricultural brand photography for grassfed beef and regenerative farming brands whose campaigns need the landscape as much as the livestock. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/16/pf-media/MoonGrass_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgLittle Bluestem Moonrise Nebraska Sandhills RanchLittle bluestem grass with a waxing moon rising over Leigh-Fairhead Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills near Merriman, Nebraska. Shot at dusk in available light, the grass in full autumn color. Little bluestem is a keystone species of the mixed-grass prairie — its presence in this abundance signals a well-managed, healthy grassland. Agricultural landscape photography for regenerative agriculture brands and conservation organizations. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/17/pf-media/CowsAtSunrise01_SheaEvansv2.jpgCalves at Sunrise Two Rivers Ranch NebraskaCalves on Two Rivers Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills near Valentine, Nebraska, photographed at sunrise in the long raking light of early October. Available light, the animals backlit and alert. Part of a body of work documenting Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program on working ranches across the Great Plains. Grassfed beef and pasture-raised cattle brand photography for regenerative agriculture brands building origin story content. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/18/pf-media/CowsAtSunrise05_SheaEvansv2.jpgSunrise Cattle Grassland Nebraska SandhillsCow grazing on little blue stem, sand blue stem and prarie sand reed on Two Rivers Ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills, near Valentine, Nebraska. Grassfed beef and regenerative ranch photography for agricultural brands whose campaign imagery needs to show the land and livestock at their best. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/19/pf-media/DavesGrass_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgRancher Environmental Portrait Nebraska SandhillsA rancher photographed on their land in the Nebraska Sandhills in available afternoon light, blurred grass in the foreground, the grassland stretching behind. Environmental portrait photography for grassfed beef and regenerative agriculture brands whose story is carried by the people who manage the land. Shot as part of ongoing documentary work with Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/20/pf-media/FallRoad02_SheaEvansv2.jpgFall Colors Ranch Grassland Nebraska SandhillsA working ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills in fall color, shot from a bluff into a river valley, trees with leaves turning yellow in October light. Available light only, the season doing what no set design could replicate. Agricultural landscape photography for regenerative beef and sustainable farming brands building origin story campaigns around the land itself. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/21/pf-media/PrarieChickenFlight_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgGreater Prairie Chicken Nebraska Sandhills RanchA greater prairie chicken photographed on a working ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills. The prairie chicken's presence is a direct indicator of grassland health — these birds require large, intact native prairie to survive, and their populations are tracked as part of Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program certifications. Available light. Agricultural and conservation photography for regenerative agriculture brands and sustainable food companies whose sourcing depends on ecosystem health. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/22/pf-media/GateOpen_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgRancher opens gate, sunset silhouette, NebraskaA weathered wood and barbed wire ranch gate thrown open by a rancher at sunset in Nebraska, photographed from inside a side-by-side. Classic Americana ranch photography — the kind of image a food brand or regenerative agriculture campaign reaches for when it wants to show the work, not a version of it. Natural light only. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/23/pf-media/DaveHutchinsonGrass01_SheaEvansv2.jpgRancher Portrait Nebraska Sandhills RanchA rancher photographed in available light on a working ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills. Part of a body of work documenting independent ranchers participating in Audubon's Conservation Ranch Program, which certifies working grasslands as beneficial bird habitat. Agricultural brand portrait photography for grassfed beef and regenerative farming brands whose identity is built on the people behind the operation. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/24/pf-media/GrassLandBlue02_SheaEvansv2.jpgRanch Grassland Landscape Nebraska SandhillsOpen native grassland on a working ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills, the rolling hills of the Sandhills formation visible in the midground. Available light, the landscape photographed to hold the scale of the operation rather than compress it. Agricultural landscape photography for regenerative beef and sustainable farming brands whose visual identity requires the land to read as vast, intact, and healthy. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/25/pf-media/River03_SheaEvansv2.jpgIndiangrass Nebraska Sandhills Ranch Fall ColorIndiangrass on a working ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills, photographed in fall color in available afternoon light. Indiangrass is one of the four dominant species of the tallgrass prairie — its presence in abundance signals land managed for soil health and biodiversity rather than maximum yield. Agricultural detail photography for regenerative agriculture brands and sustainable food companies whose sourcing story begins with what grows under the cattle. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/26/pf-media/SheaGrass04_Lander.jpgCattle Ranch Grasslands Landscape MontanaCattle on open grassland on a working ranch in Montana, the mountains visible in the background distance. Available light, the frame wide enough to hold both the herd and the land they graze on. Regenerative ranch photography for grassfed beef and pasture-raised cattle brands building campaign imagery that shows the full scale of a well-managed Western operation. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/27/pf-media/CowSandBlueStem02_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle Open Grassland Ranch NebraskaCattle on open grassland at a working ranch, photographed in available light with the herd spread across the frame. Grassfed and pasture-raised cattle photography for regenerative beef brands and sustainable food companies building campaign imagery from the ranch. The space between the animals tells you as much about the operation as the animals themselves. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/28/pf-media/GrasstoEast_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgRanch Dusk Grassland Two Dot MontanaA working ranch in Two Dot Montana at dusk, the last light dropping behind the camera and leaving the landscape in the even blue of evening. Available light only, nothing added. Agricultural landscape photography for regenerative agriculture and grassfed beef brands whose visual campaigns need the land as much as the livestock. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/29/pf-media/GreaterPrarieChicken02_SheaEvansv2.jpgGreater Prairie Chicken Ranch Grassland NebraskaA greater prairie chicken on native grassland in Nebraska, photographed in available light at close range. Getting this close to a prairie chicken requires patience and knowledge of the land — these birds flush easily and do not return to the same spot. Part of a body of work documenting conservation ranching in the Nebraska Sandhills. Agricultural and conservation photography for regenerative farming brands and organizations working at the intersection of cattle ranching and ecosystem health. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/30/pf-media/HighCountryCattle_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle Ranch Landscape Mountains MontanaA working cattle ranch in Montana with the mountains in the background, photographed in available light to hold the relationship between the ranch environment and the landscape it sits in. Regenerative ranch and agricultural brand photography for grassfed beef and pasture-raised cattle brands building origin story content from the American West. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/31/pf-media/LowCountryCattle04_SheaEvansv2.jpgCattle on Pasture Montana Ranch Available LightCattle on pasture at a working ranch in Montana, the animals spread across native grassland in available light. Grassfed beef and regenerative ranch photography for agricultural brands building campaign imagery around the relationship between healthy land and healthy animals. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/32/pf-media/ProngHornShea02_SheaEvansv2.jpgPronghorn Montana Ranch GrasslandA group of pronghorn photographed on rangeland in Montana in available light. Pronghorn are the fastest land animal in North America and a keystone species of the western grasslands — their presence on a working ranch is a sign of intact, functional habitat. Agricultural and conservation photography for regenerative farming brands, grassfed beef producers, and sustainable food companies whose land management supports native wildlife alongside cattle. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Regenerative-Ranch-Agricultural-Brand-Photographer/33/pf-media/SandhillLayers_01_Final.jpgNebraska Sandhills Grassland Waves LandscapeThe rolling hills of the Nebraska Sandhills in available light — the grass-stabilized dune formations that make the Sandhills the largest grass-stabilized dune field in the Western Hemisphere. This is the landscape that underlies the work of the ranchers and the Audubon Conservation Ranch Program documented throughout this gallery. Agricultural landscape photography for regenerative beef brands, sustainable food companies, and conservation organizations working in the Great Plains. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/1/pf-media/LiveFireOverview10_2026update_2.jpgOutdoor dining, farm to table, wine countryProfessional models at a staged lawn dinner at Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena — waiters and chefs moving around the table, live fire behind it with barbecue cooking over open flame. Available evening light supplemented by the fire itself. The kind of hero image a destination resort builds a summer campaign around. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/2/pf-media/D-Beignets01.jpgBeignets Napa Valley Farmstead RestaurantBeignets on a rustic wooden board against a deep blue background at Long Meadow Ranch's Farmstead restaurant in St. Helena. Backlit from the side, the powdered sugar catching the light at the edge of each piece. Dessert photography for farm to table resort restaurants and destination wineries with food programs. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/3/pf-media/DrinkRutherfordGrapeDetail02.jpgGreen Grapes, afternoon glow, St. Helena vineyardGreen grapes on the vine in St. Helena, California, grape leaves framing the bunch with pockets of highlight and shadow. Late afternoon sun doing the work. The vineyard as the studio. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/4/pf-media/DrinkTim04.jpgWine country chef portrait, kitchen, intentional lightPortrait of a chef at his station in a wine country kitchen, hands relaxed on the cutting board, a glass of white wine in frame. He looks directly at the camera. Lit to look like a formal portrait in an informal space. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/5/pf-media/DrinkWineryView01.jpgMorning Mayacamas, Napa hills, Sunrise lightSunrise over the Mayacamas Mountains, looking east toward Napa Valley. Olive trees and a small farm in the foreground, clear sky above. The land behind the label. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/6/pf-media/D-BeeFrame01.jpgHoney Frame Backlit Bees Long Meadow Ranch St HelenaA honey frame from the on-property apiary at Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena, backlit by the sun so the honeycomb glows amber and the bees read as silhouettes against the light. Natural light, no intervention. Agricultural detail photography for farm to table resorts and destination wineries whose brand story extends to everything grown or raised on the property. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/7/pf-media/EJOutdoorWineryVIEW03.jpgE.J. Church wine bottle, teak table, golden hourA bottle of E.J. Church in sharp focus on a teak outdoor table, snacks and wine glasses blurred in the foreground. Golden hour sun behind the bottle, green lawn and trees glowing beyond. The last light of a wine country afternoon, caught before it was gone. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/8/pf-media/D-SalumiHang01.jpgHandmade salumi hanging, wine country storyHandmade salumi hanging in a St. Helena kitchen, tags with handwritten notes marking the careful work of the butcher. Backlit from a window just out of frame, one salumi sharp among many, the rest falling softly out of focus. Natural light, no intervention, a found moment. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/9/pf-media/D-Charcuterie01.jpgCharcuterie Board Pickles Crostini Long Meadow RanchA charcuterie board at Long Meadow Ranch's Farmstead restaurant in St. Helena — house-cured meats, pickles, and crostini arranged on rough-hewn wood. Natural window light from the side. Food pairing photography for farm to table resort restaurants and destination wineries building tasting room food programming imagery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/10/pf-media/LiveFirePeppers.jpgCayenne peppers on live fire grill, wine country dinnerCayenne peppers on a live fire flat top grill at an exclusive summer dinner in wine country. The kind of image for a brand that wants to tell the complete story, not just part of it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/11/pf-media/SophieBates2020-1.jpgSophie Bates, sunrise portrait with horse, St. HelenaSophie Bates, wrangler, in a St. Helena barn at sunrise. Direct morning light through a window out of frame, the horse's mane catching the rays. Deep shadow everywhere else. Natural light, no intervention. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/12/pf-media/LMR-SalmonCaviar01.jpgSmoked salmon caviar winery food photography NapaCold smoked salmon with ripe cherries, edible flowers, and a tureen of caviar in a pool of coconut milk, served in stoneware. A glass of rosé blurred but sparkling in the background. Composed plating for a destination winery resort in Napa Valley. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/13/pf-media/D-PigFaceButchering00.jpgWhole Pig Butchering Long Meadow Ranch St HelenaA whole pig face on the butcher's cutting board at Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena — the raw material of the charcuterie program that shows up in other frames in this gallery. Natural light from a small window. The kind of image that tells a brand's full farm to table story, not just the polished end of it. For resorts and wineries willing to show where the food actually comes from. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/14/pf-media/D-PastriesGroup01.jpgMorning Pastries Sunrise Light Farmstead St HelenaA spread of morning pastries on brightly colored plates at Long Meadow Ranch's Farmstead restaurant in St. Helena, raking sunrise light cutting across the table and catching every texture. Sweet and savory together — the same light that woke the property is now working on the food. Breakfast and brunch photography for farm to table resort restaurants and destination winery dining programs. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/15/pf-media/D-FriedChicken01.jpgFried Chicken, Skillet Served, Napa EateryFried chicken piled high in a cast iron skillet on a rustic wood table, grilled lemons and sage alongside. Backlit by a large window, a white bounce card in front to open the shadows and keep the texture of the crust visible. Family style, Napa Valley. Dig in. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/16/pf-media/D-ShrimpGrill01.jpgShell On Shrimp Live Fire Grill Long Meadow RanchShell-on shrimp on a live fire grill at Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena, aioli pooled across the top, afternoon light cutting across the grate and catching the char. Photography for resorts that believe the behind the scenes are just as important as the hero moments. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/17/pf-media/StephenBarber01-copy1.jpgChef Steven Barber, at the barbecue, wine countryChef Steven Barber, lit entirely by a neon BBQ sign, on location in St. Helena. The sign naming his specialty, the light doing the rest. Available light only. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/18/pf-media/SheaLMRVineyard01190718_Shea_Evans.jpgGrape Vines Backlit Setting Sun St Helena VineyardGrape vines shot from below, backlit by the setting sun, vibrant green glowing against deep blue sky. Negative space left for design or copy. The kind of vineyard image built for a campaign, not a brochure. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/19/pf-media/150828_BullMen_Redux_01_01_Agriculture_SheaEvans_.jpgRanch Hands Portrait Long Meadow Ranch St HelenaTwo ranch hands at Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena, photographed against a large woodshed with open sky above. The people who make a working farm run — photographed with the same care as the chef and the food. Worker and team portraits for farm to table resorts and destination wineries building brand identity around everyone on property. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/20/pf-media/DrinkLMRApples02.jpgRipe apple on the branch, afternoon glow, Sacramento A ripe apple on the branch at an orchard just outside Sacramento, afternoon light giving it a warm glow, diagonal lines of the branch pulling through the frame. California orchard photography for premium food and beverage brands whose origin story starts with a specific fruit from a specific place. Natural light, nothing added. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/21/pf-media/D-FarmsteadInterior03.jpgFarmstead Restaurant Interior Long Meadow Ranch NapaInterior of the Farmstead restaurant at Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena — the dining room photographed in available light to hold the character of the space as guests actually experience it. Hospitality interior photography for farm to table resorts and destination winery restaurants that want their dining room to read as a destination in itself. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/22/pf-media/D-HamSliders01.jpgHam sliders, farm to table dinner, St. HelenaHam sliders and cheddar biscuits with jam on a long wooden board, carried by a waiter at an outdoor farm to table dinner in St. Helena. Natural light, the food as unpretentious as the setting. This is what wine country looks like when it's not trying. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/23/pf-media/ChrisHall2018-02.jpgChris Hall Portrait Long Meadow Ranch St HelenaChris Hall at Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena — founder portrait in open shade on the property, relaxed and direct. The kind of image that anchors a brand's about page or an annual report. Leadership and founder portrait photography for destination wineries and farm to table resort properties. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/24/pf-media/D-Trifle03.jpgTrifle Dessert Layered Glass Farmstead St HelenaA trifle at Long Meadow Ranch's Farmstead restaurant in St. Helena — the layers visible through the tall glass, the orange and blue palette deliberate against a dark background. A strobe placed close and controlled to separate the glass from the room without announcing itself. Dessert photography for farm to table resort restaurants and destination winery dining programs. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/25/pf-media/SeanMcEntire05-copy1.jpgSean McEntire, olive grove, open shadeSean McEntire of Oliveman Productions, in his olive grove in Napa Valley. Open shade, natural light. Sharp on his face, the grove going soft behind him. Shot for a California olive oil producer, available as a reference for agricultural brand portrait work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/26/pf-media/WC_Thumb-2.jpgRosé glass, afternoon shadows, winery tasting roomA single glass of rosé on an oak side table, tan leather bench behind in the tasting room of an upscale wine country winery. A single strobe outside the window creates the feel of an afternoon tasting appointment. Made to look like it wasn't made. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/27/pf-media/RoseBeetSalad01.jpgRosé Pinot Noir and beet salad pairing, natural lightRosé of Pinot Noir in sharp focus, a glass and beet arugula salad pairing behind. Natural light backlit through large windows visible in the frame, the bottle glowing. Wine and food pairing photography for an exclusive Napa Valley wine country destination. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/28/pf-media/D-MusicianCrowd03.jpgWinery concert series, bluegrass mandolin, summerA bluegrass musician back to camera, mandolin in sharp focus, a joyful couple dancing in the blurred background among wine country guests. Summer sun, outdoor winery concert series. The experience that sells the membership before the wine does. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/29/pf-media/D-StripedFig03.jpgStriped Fig, farmer's hands, SalinasA farmer peels apart a striped fig just picked from the tree, red flesh bright in the morning sun, Salinas Valley. The kind of image that lives on premium produce packaging, a Whole Foods supplier story, or a California specialty food brand campaign. Natural light, nothing staged, nothing wasted. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/30/pf-media/AllBBQOliveJerkyProduct01.jpgLong Meadow Ranch Product Line St HelenaThe Long Meadow Ranch product line — jerky, olive oil, bloody mary mix, barbecue sauce, and hot sauce — arranged by a prop stylist for a catalog shoot on location in St. Helena. The full retail range of a working farm, photographed to read as a cohesive brand rather than a collection of separate SKUs. Product and catalog photography for farm to table destination resorts and wineries with an on-property retail or gifting program. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/31/pf-media/CruditeIndoor03.jpgCrudite and Rose Wine Pairing Long Meadow Ranch NapaA crudité platter with several dips on ice, glasses of rosé and the bottle arranged around it — the full tasting room food and wine pairing presentation at Long Meadow Ranch in Napa Valley, photographed in afternoon light that picks up the color of the vegetables without flattening them. Food and wine pairing photography for destination wineries and farm to table resort restaurants building tasting room hospitality imagery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/32/pf-media/LMR-CherryToms01.jpgCherry Tomatoes Steel Bucket Long Meadow Ranch MarketCherry tomatoes from Long Meadow Ranch in a steel market bucket, photographed at the farm stand in the available light of a California morning. The simple framing puts the produce ahead of any styling decision. Agricultural and market photography for farm to table destination resorts and wineries whose kitchen garden supplies both the restaurant and the weekly market. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/33/pf-media/190718_Agriculture_SheaEvans_19.jpgPepper plant rows, sunset light, Salinas ValleyRows of pepper plants in the Salinas Valley, sunset light raking across the texture of the leaves and soil. An old farmhouse with shade trees sits just beyond the fields. The California produce industry photographed honestly — the scale of the rows and the humanity of the homestead in the same frame. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/34/pf-media/DrinkEJGIF154.jpgE.J. Church Wine Bottles Packing Animated Long MeadowAn animated GIF of E.J. Church wine bottles being placed into a wooden shipping case at Long Meadow Ranch in Napa Valley — motion content shot to match the visual language of the stills from the same commission. The same light, the same color palette, everything consistent. Animated and motion content for destination wineries building social and digital campaigns where stills and motion assets need to speak the same brand language. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/35/pf-media/TomStoneFigHonStrApp02190719_Shea_Evans.jpgLong Meadow Ranch Canned Goods Preserves Product NapaLong Meadow Ranch's pantry line — canned tomatoes, stone fruit preserves, fig jam, honey, and apricots — photographed together on location in Napa Valley as a cohesive product set. Natural light balanced to hold the color of the labels and the warmth of the jars. Product and retail photography for farm to table destination resorts and wineries building a preserves and pantry program from what the property grows. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/36/pf-media/ChrisMorina02.jpgChef Chris Morina, environmental portrait, wine countryChef Chris Morina in the doorway of his wine country restaurant, the dining room blurred behind him, open shade wrapping his face cleanly. The relaxed posture is deliberate — this is the chef in his environment, not performing for a camera. Chef portrait photography for farm to table destination resorts and wineries whose culinary leadership is a core part of the brand identity they're selling to guests. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/37/pf-media/Portrait090121_.jpgFarmer Portrait Greenhouse Crop Long Meadow Ranch NapaA farmer at Long Meadow Ranch in Napa checking on a young crop inside the greenhouse, the rows of seedlings extending behind him in the diffused light through the diffused plastic. The person who grows what ends up on the restaurant table, photographed with the same care as the food itself. Agricultural and hospitality portrait photography for farm to table destination resorts and wineries building brand identity around everyone who makes the property work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/38/pf-media/D-VeggieSlowEggBoard04.jpgSlow Cooked Egg Grilled Vegetables Burrata FarmsteadA slow-cooked egg at Long Meadow Ranch's Farmstead restaurant in St. Helena, served with grilled vegetables and burrata on a wooden board — the kind of brunch dish that shows the kitchen's restraint as much as its skill. Window light from the side, soft and even. Brunch and farm to table food photography for destination resort and winery restaurants whose morning program is built around what was harvested that week. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/39/pf-media/OliveGrove03.jpgOlive Grove, sunrise, Northern CaliforniaA grassy doubletrack road leads uphill between stands of olive trees in the California Central Valley, the morning sun creating a sunburst through a high aperture. California olive oil country, natural light only. Origin story photography for premium agricultural brands whose product starts with a specific place and a specific tree. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/40/pf-media/LMR-MarketPickles01.jpgPickled beans, backlit jar, SacramentoA jar of pickled white string beans backlit by the sun outside Sacramento, California, the brine and beans glowing through the glass. Great produce is worth preserving — California specialty food photography at the intersection of the farm and the pantry. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/41/pf-media/DrinkLadderTreeSunset01.jpgTreehouse in oak tree, vineyard view, wine countryA ladder disappears into a treehouse built into an oak tree overlooking the vineyards, late sun catching the wood and leaves. This isn't industrial farming, this is generational agriculture, families as part of the work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/42/pf-media/D-OysterPrep07.jpgOysters Compound Butter Grill Prep Long Meadow RanchRows of freshly shucked oysters on ice with a compound butter on each, two sets of chef hands at either end of the pan before it goes to the grill at Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena. The image is about the moment just before — the preparation visible, the cooking implied. Live fire and seafood hospitality photography for farm to table destination resorts and wineries with a full raw bar and grill program. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Farm-Table-Resort-Winery-Photographer/43/pf-media/LMR-Rutherford-Greenhouse-Sunrise03.jpgGreenhouse, dramatic sunrise, vegetable rowsA greenhouse in the California Central Valley under a sunrise sky, clouds on fire above it, rows of vegetables extending beyond in the early morning light. The farm before anyone arrives. California agricultural photography that finds the extraordinary in the ordinary hours. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/1/pf-media/180504ShrimpStirfry02001SheaEvans.jpgShrimp Stir Fry Studio Food Advertising San FranciscoShrimp stir-fried with peppers and ginger over rice, prop-styled with deliberate green accents selected by a professional prop stylist to complement the warmth of the dish. Studio strobe placed at a low angle to create directional light that separates the shrimp and rice from the surface below. Food styled by a professional food stylist on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California brands and agencies with seasonal campaign schedules. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/2/pf-media/180906TurkeyDay2018_16x10009SheaEvans.jpgThanksgiving Turkey Studio Food Advertising San FranciscoA Thanksgiving turkey abundantly styled by a professional food stylist with fresh figs, pomegranates, pears, and crab apples — the harvest-season prop palette chosen by a professional prop stylist to hold the table in a single tonal story. Studio directional strobe from the side to cut across the texture of the skin and separate the bird from the garnish. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California brands and agencies running holiday campaign shoots. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/3/pf-media/180809CookieCupcakeRedux_01003.jpgCookie Cupcakes Marble Stand Studio Food AdvertisingCookie cupcakes on a marble cake stand, three in the hero position, more cookies and a glass of milk with carton behind — the full dessert occasion styled and propped for an advertising campaign. Studio directional strobe placed to create highlights on the frosting while keeping the marble surface from going flat. Professional food and prop stylists on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/4/pf-media/180504CurlyPasta01004SheaEvans.jpgRotini Pasta Peas Ham Studio Food Advertising SFRotini pasta with peas, ham, and parsley in a small bowl, a second serving blurred in the background to read as a lived-in meal rather than a pre-service arrangement. Directional strobe from a single source creates the feel of light coming from one side of the room. Professional food and prop stylists on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food brands running multi-dish campaigns. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/5/pf-media/GrilledRedux2026.jpgGrilled Summer Spread Studio Lamb Shrimp San FranciscoA summer grilling spread — lamb, chicken wings, and shrimp skewers — arranged on a marble surface alongside a butter leaf salad with blackberries and cashews, styled loosely by a professional food stylist and propped by a professional prop stylist. Studio strobe overhead and raked from one side to hold the char on the proteins and keep the marble from reading as white. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food brands and seasonal campaign shoots. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/6/pf-media/Cioppino2023_01-4.jpgCioppino family style, marble table, San FranciscoCioppino served family style at a marble table, shot from above. The table shows a home meal in progress with bits of bread on the surface, a few bowls with cioppino in them already and a couple of wine glasses. It's lit in a directional hard light with sharp shadows, almost like afternoon where the sun isn't too low in the sky, but the effect is achieved via strobes inside a windowless studio. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/7/pf-media/WinterCocktailRedux_01.jpgAfternoon cocktails, dappled light, crafted sceneCocktails and popcorn in a holiday scene, dappled afternoon light made in a windowless studio with a strobe and a cucoloris — a light-blocking panel cut to replicate the pattern of sun through leaves or a window screen. The effect lands as a specific hour of day, built entirely from artificial light. Professional food and prop stylists on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California brands running seasonal and holiday campaigns. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/8/pf-media/210406RaleysCrudite007SheaEvans.jpgCrudite Studio Food Advertising Loose Styling SFCrudité with intentional color choices — purple cabbage, rainbow carrots, radishes, and green beans — arranged loosely by a professional food stylist with multiple hummus flavors in separate vessels. The prop selection by a professional prop stylist holds the whole spread in a coherent palette without making it look arranged. Studio directional strobe from one side for contrast and texture. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California brands and creative agencies. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/9/pf-media/210408HotDogs008SheaEvans.jpgSummer Hot Dogs Four Flavors Studio Food AdvertisingFour hot dogs with distinct flavor builds — jalapeño corn, mustard and ketchup, mango and cilantro, bacon and onion — arranged in a loose summer scene by a professional food stylist, with short glasses of foamy beer alongside. Props selected by a professional prop stylist for a casual, lived-in read. Studio strobe overhead, single directional source, styled to feel like outdoor midday light without the wind or unpredictability. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food and beverage brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/10/pf-media/210407SeafoodGrill010SheaEvans.jpgSummer Grilled Seafood Studio Food Advertising SFSalmon fillets with mango chutney alongside grilled cajun shrimp on skewers with lemons, shot from directly above in a loose scene styled by a professional food stylist. Props by a professional prop stylist keep the spread reading as a real summer table rather than a pre-service arrangement. Overhead studio strobe creating even, diffused light that holds the color of the mango chutney against the deep orange of the shrimp. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food brands and summer campaign shoots. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/11/pf-media/220629SweetPotatoCurry_03011SheaEvans.jpgSnack Packaging and Bowls Studio Food Advertising SFVarious snack products — popcorn, pretzels, goldfish, cheetos — shot in packaging and poured into nearby bowls by a professional prop stylist, the packaging kept readable while the bowls read as invitation. Studio directional strobe placed to create highlights on the bags and contrast across the bowl surfaces without flattening either. Professional food and prop stylists on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California CPG and snack brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/12/pf-media/220712RaleysPrimeRib2022012SheaEvans.jpgPrime Rib Holiday Scene Studio Food Advertising SFA prime rib roast dinner with roasted carrots and brussels sprouts in a holiday scene — wreath in the background, wine glass on the table — the full holiday occasion built in a studio by a professional food stylist and prop stylist. Directional strobe from the side creates highlights on the cut surface of the rib and separates the warm tones of the meat from the cool greens of the vegetables. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food brands running holiday campaign shoots. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/13/pf-media/FruitSmoothieNOBLUERedux_01.jpgSmoothie Prep Studio Directional Light San FranciscoSmoothie ingredients on a marble surface — fruit, honey, flax seed, an empty blender waiting. Hard diagonal strobe from one side chosen specifically to make the fruit colors pop and lead the eye through the frame in the order a campaign layout would require. The whole scene staged to look unstaged, built by a professional food stylist and prop stylist in a windowless studio. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California health and produce brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/14/pf-media/241113SalmonNOBLUERedux_01014.jpgSalmon Meal Prep Studio Food Advertising San FranciscoSalmon grab-and-go meals — orzo and pasta with mushroom cream sauce — shown in both containers and plated, the full range of how the product is encountered by the consumer in a single frame. Studio directional strobe placed to hold the texture of the salmon and the creaminess of the sauce without letting the packaging read as utilitarian. Professional food and prop stylists on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California prepared foods and meal kit brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/15/pf-media/MirepoixNOBLUERedux_01.jpgMirepoix Prep Scene Studio Food Advertising SFA bowl of freshly diced mirepoix — onion, celery, carrot — the building block of a stock or braise, staged with vegetable broth visible in the frame to tell the full cooking story. Loosely styled by a professional food stylist to read as a real prep moment, carefully lit with a directional studio strobe that separates the individual colors of the dice without making the scene look lit. Professional prop stylist on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food and cooking brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/16/pf-media/240724TurkeyPass_01020.jpgThanksgiving Table Pass Studio Overhead San FranciscoA Thanksgiving table shot from directly above, professional models' hands passing dishes in mid-motion — the meal as occasion, not as object. Styled by a professional food stylist with the full table spread, propped by a professional prop stylist for a warm but uncluttered overhead read. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food brands running Thanksgiving seasonal campaigns. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/17/pf-media/180905Meatballs01024SheaEvans.jpgPasta Meatballs Abundant Studio Food Advertising SFPasta with meatballs in a generous, abundant portion — extra sauce and more meatballs nearby, parmesan freshly grated on a box grater at the edge of the frame. The scene is full and intentional, styled by a professional food stylist to feel like a Sunday dinner rather than a menu item. Directional studio strobe from the side creates warmth and depth in the sauce. Professional prop stylist on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California Italian and comfort food brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/18/pf-media/Raleys2021Cocktails.jpgCocktail Group Hammered Copper Tray Studio San FranciscoFive cocktails on a hammered copper tray — a pink martini with rosemary, an amber coupe with lemon, an orange collins with an orange garnish, a crushed ice tumbler, and a wine glass with bottle behind. Each glass and garnish selected by a professional prop stylist as a distinct character in the same scene. Studio directional strobe placed to catch the hammered texture of the tray and backlight the translucent cocktails simultaneously. Professional food stylist on set. Studio beverage advertising photography for Northern California food and hospitality brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/19/pf-media/PurpleRedRedux_01.jpgPurple Red Produce Spread Studio Food Advertising SFBlood oranges, eggplant, purple cabbage, red onion, and red grapes — a single-palette produce spread assembled by a professional food stylist and prop stylist over hours of careful selection and placement to read as naturally composed. Raking studio strobe from one side pulls the texture of each surface forward and deepens the contrast between the reds and purples. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California produce, health food, and CPG brands building seasonal campaign imagery. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/20/pf-media/180214GreenVeggieRedux_01022.jpgGreen produce spread on saturated backgroundA studio produce spread in the green range — zucchini, squash, grapes, pears, artichokes, heirloom tomatoes, collard greens, avocados, mangos, peppers, and watermelon — assembled by a professional food stylist and laid across a saturated background chosen by a professional prop stylist to hold and amplify the color range of the produce. Part of a three-spread series shot in studio with directional strobe, each spread built around a single palette. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California produce and CPG brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/21/pf-media/YellowOrangeRedux_01.jpgWarm Produce Spread Studio Saturated Background SFA studio produce spread in the orange and yellow range — melons, lemons, peppers, peaches, grapefruit, parsnips, and jicama — assembled by a professional food stylist. Raking studio strobe from one side pulls texture and shadow across every curved surface. Part of a three-spread series demonstrating seasonal palette range within a consistent studio approach. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California produce and seasonal campaign brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/22/pf-media/190424ColorCabbage01025SheaEvans.jpgGrilled Cabbage Salad Studio Yellow Background SFGrilled cabbage salad with green harissa puree, mint, and cucumber chutney, photographed against a vibrant yellow background — the prop styling choice by a professional prop stylist that lifts the deep greens of the cabbage out of the frame rather than competing with them. Studio directional strobe from one side for contrast across the charred leaf surfaces and the smooth puree. Professional food stylist on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food and produce brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/23/pf-media/190424ColorFriedChicken02026SheaEvans.jpgFried chicken, coleslaw, garlic bread, saturated yellow background, colorful flatwarePlated fried chicken with a turquoise bowl of coleslaw and garlic bread, shot against a pale yellow background — the colorful plastic flatware chosen by a professional prop stylist as deliberate character in the scene rather than neutral support. Studio directional strobe creates hard highlights on the crust and shadow underneath that make the texture of the fried coating read as dimensional. Professional food stylist on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California food brands working in saturated color. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/24/pf-media/CherryRedux.jpgSummer Cherries Studio Pink Background San FranciscoPlated cherries against a hot pink background with sparkling lemonade in glasses alongside — the background and the serving vessels both selected by a professional prop stylist to hold the deep red of the fruit in maximum contrast. Studio directional strobe from the side catches the gloss of the cherry skin against the matte of the background. Professional food stylist on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California produce and summer seasonal campaign brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/25/pf-media/Upside.jpgHeirloom Tomatoes Studio Yellow Background San FranciscoHeirloom tomatoes arranged on plates against a saturated yellow background — the surface and the backdrop chosen by a professional prop stylist to hold the reds and oranges of the tomatoes against maximum warmth. Studio directional strobe from one side for texture across the skin and shadow between pieces, separating what would otherwise read as a pile into a composed arrangement. Professional food stylist on set. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California produce and food brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/26/pf-media/Upside-2.jpgSummer Melons Studio Colorful Background San FranciscoWatermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew arranged together on a colorful studio background — the selection of melon varieties by a professional food stylist chosen to show the full range of summer melon color from deep red to pale green, the background color chosen by a professional prop stylist to hold all three simultaneously. Studio directional strobe from one side for texture on the cut surfaces and rind. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California produce and summer seasonal brands. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Studio-Food-Advertising-Photographer-San-Francisco/27/pf-media/241113DonutBlue_02030.jpgDonuts Bagels Eclairs Studio Blue Background SFDonuts, bagels, and eclairs arranged on a blue studio background — the glazes, toppings, and dough colors selected by a professional food stylist for their contrast against the blue, the background itself chosen by a professional prop stylist to make the warm tones of the baked goods pop at full saturation. Studio directional strobe from the side catches the texture of the glazes and the crumb of the dough. Studio food advertising photography for Northern California bakery and CPG brands expecting full food and prop styling on set. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/1/pf-media/phonesnaps-7.jpgCoin Operated ViewfinderA tourist viewfinder, shot close enough that the silver coating becomes a mirror — pink light reflected in the lens barrel, blue sky above. The thing meant for looking through, looked at instead. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/2/pf-media/Canyonlands.jpgCanyonlands Dead Horse Point Sunset Utah Canyonlands from Dead Horse Point State Park outside Moab, Utah — a storm cloud in the last light of sunset rising pink above the canyon rim, the red rock below still warm from the day. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/3/pf-media/phonesnaps-5.jpgNeon Eat Sign Restaurant Window AmericanaA neon EAT sign glowing red and orange behind a diner window, blue curtains on either side. Two colors doing exactly what they need to do. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/4/pf-media/BeefysPT2.jpgBeefys Diner Reno Exterior Dusk NevadaBeefy's classic diner in Reno at dusk — blue-lavender sky, scattered clouds, the neon signs coming on in the soft open shade of evening. The kind of place that has always been there and always will be. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/5/pf-media/Web-Res-SqueezeBurgerGrill02.jpgSmash Burger Cheese Skirt Flat Top SacramentoA smash burger at Squeeze Inn in Sacramento, the cheese skirt smoking and drifting above the patty on the open flat top. The whole thing photographed as it happened, no intervention. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/6/pf-media/HazenMarketGrocery_1_SheaEvans.jpgHazen Market Grocery Hazen Nevada AfternoonHazen Market Grocery in Hazen, Nevada — a small-town store in a small town most people drive through without stopping, photographed in the late afternoon light that turns even a plain exterior into something worth looking at. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/7/pf-media/PinkWall_01.jpgPink Wall Turquoise Peeling Paint NevadaA pink wall with turquoise peeling paint and a line of bushes below — two colors that arrived at their relationship through time rather than design. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/8/pf-media/TinyPeopleAirport_01.jpgAirport Workers Porthole Window Pink Blue BuildingAirport workers in blue suits photographed through a circular porthole window, the building beside them pink and the sky beyond blue. Three colors, three shapes, one frame. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/9/pf-media/PinkWall_Reno01.jpgPink Metal Wall Blue Sky Reno NevadaA pink corrugated metal wall in Reno, framed so the sidewalk anchors the bottom and the blue sky with puffy clouds fills the top. Graphic and simple — the subject is the color relationship, nothing else. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/10/pf-media/EggTart_SheaEvansv2.jpgHong Kong Egg Tarts Plate Angled CounterThree Hong Kong-style egg tarts on a plate at the edge of an angled counter — the curves of the plate against the angle of the counter, one tart already bitten into. The composition arrived without arrangement. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/11/pf-media/phonesnaps-3.jpgBurger Fries Paper Bag Afternoon Light AmericanaA burger and fries in the afternoon light, the paper bag torn apart and used as a surface, the aluminum foil wrapper still underneath. Roadside Americana at its most honest. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/12/pf-media/RibfestBoys.jpgTwo Boys Barbecue Grill Night Lamp Pork RibsTwo boys working racks of pork ribs on a grill in the evening, lit only by a small lamp hung above them. The grill, the ribs, the lamp, the kids — everything the image needs. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/13/pf-media/BasqueChicken02_SheaEvansv2.jpgBasque Chicken Red Peppers Gardnerville NevadaBasque chicken with red peppers, onions, and tomato sauce on an oval plate at a Basque restaurant in Gardnerville, Nevada. The kind of cooking that has been on that table for a hundred years and asks nothing of the camera. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/14/pf-media/CottonCandyCloudBetter_SheaEvansv2.jpgCotton Candy Cloud Teal Sky Utah Mesa DuskA cotton candy-colored cloud hanging over a darkened lavender mesa in the Utah desert at dusk, teal sky above. A color combination that does not happen on schedule. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/15/pf-media/BlighKat_Moab_2021_06.jpgCouple and Dog Nevada Desert Setting SunA couple and their dog in the Nevada desert, the soft setting sun doing the work of a portrait studio without any of the apparatus. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/16/pf-media/Canyonlands_videothumbs.jpgCanyonlands Sunset Colorado River Post Storm UtahThe entrance to Canyonlands at sunset, the Colorado River winding through the red cliffs below, a large cloud catching the last light after a storm. The kind of view that makes the drive worth it. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/17/pf-media/index-1-2.jpgMultilevel motel exterior, pink and greenPink and green hues from the doors and window frames of a multilevel vintage motel, lit by the setting sun. American West. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/18/pf-media/SmithsonianButte_02.jpgSmithsonian Butte Southern Utah LandscapeSmithsonian Butte in southern Utah — a formation so specific it has a name, photographed at the hour when the light picks up the red in the rock and the sky still has some blue left in it. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/19/pf-media/220729_FreyRanch_SheaEvans_1550_WhiskeyThief01_SheaEvans.jpgWhisky Thief Frey Ranch Distillery Fallon NevadaA whisky thief at Frey Ranch distillery in Fallon, Nevada — the copper tool used to pull samples from barrels, photographed in the light of the barrel room. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/20/pf-media/202207291SheaEvans.jpgWhisky Barrels, shaft of lightWhisky barrels stacked in a dark room at Frey Ranch distillery in Fallon, Nevada, a single shaft of light coming through a small window near the ceiling and landing on the curved oak. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/21/pf-media/Keenans01.jpgCouple Gooseberry Mesa Sunset Zion Utah A couple watching the sunset from the edge of Gooseberry Mesa near Zion National Park, southern Utah — the canyon country opening up below them in the last light. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/22/pf-media/untitledshoot-1100.jpgCamp Kitchen Blue Tarp Utah DesertA camp kitchen in the Utah desert — a blue tarp strung between two trees, a long folding table underneath with stoves and pantry items, shelter improvised from what was at hand. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/23/pf-media/HuntbytheTree01.jpgEnglish Hunt Riders Cottonwood Tree Nevada ValleyA classic English-style hunt in a Nevada valley — riders in coats with riding crops, horses and hounds near a large cottonwood, soft overcast light wrapping everything without a hard shadow. The kind of thing that happens here and that most people don't know happens here. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/24/pf-media/quatrovientosInterior.jpgTaqueria Interior Green Booth Sunlight Northern CaliforniaInside a taqueria in Northern California — a vibrant green booth, traditional wall art, and a hard stripe of sunlight cutting through from the window, hot sauce on every table. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/25/pf-media/Tacos01.jpgChorizo Tacos Green Basket Reno TaqueriaTwo chorizo tacos in a green basket on a round wooden table, the green vinyl chairs nearby rhyming with the basket and the cilantro. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/26/pf-media/Tamales03.jpgTamales Steaming Pot San Francisco TaqueriaTamales stacked in a large steaming pot at a San Francisco taqueria, the corn husks slick with condensation. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/27/pf-media/Tamale_2023Redux_01_SheaEvansv2.jpgTamale Stovetop Salsa Northern NevadaTamale, recently unwrapped and drizzled with salsa on a plate that sits directly on a stovetop. A meal for a chef, not a guest. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/28/pf-media/RainstormOverReno.jpgSummer Rainstorm Over Reno Nevada DesertA summer rainstorm moving over Reno, Nevada — the clouds dragging their shadow across the desert while the last of the sunset catches the edge of the storm. Desert shrubs and trees in the foreground holding still. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/29/pf-media/FullSizeRender.jpgCouple Asleep New York City SubwayTwo people asleep on a New York City subway, their bodies curled into each other, the train car around them indifferent to the fact. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/30/pf-media/JosePartida09.jpgBusser Cleaning Table Black and White RestaurantA busser clearing a table, photographed without his knowledge, converted to black and white. The work that happens between every meal, in every restaurant, every night. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/31/pf-media/TaqueriaInterior.jpgTaqueria Interior Hard Sunlight Neon Beer SignInside a taqueria — a hard slash of sunlight across the wall, a neon beer sign above modest tables. Two light sources that have nothing to do with each other and everything to do with the place. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/32/pf-media/OregonJungle01.jpgOregon Old Growth Forest Green BrownDeep in an Oregon forest, the greens and browns swirling into each other — the canopy closing the sky, the light coming from everywhere and nowhere at once. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/33/pf-media/Weather_C_01-2.jpgStorm Cloud Layered Hills Long Lens NevadaA storm cloud making a shape over layered hills, rain visible in the middle distance, the long lens compressing the mountains into planes of blue and grey. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/34/pf-media/JesseWindowDetail_02.jpgFrosted Window Abstract Detail Boutique Hotel Bay AreaA frosted hotel window in the Bay Area, the cars and street outside distorted into abstract shapes by the glass. A detail from a full boutique hotel commission that included rooms, food, cocktails, and cinemagraphs. Luxury resort and destination hotel photography for brands whose visual identity extends to the details of the architecture. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/35/pf-media/SwanLiftoff_01_Web.jpgSwans Taking Off Northern California LakeSwans lifting off a lake in Northern California — the moment between stillness and flight, the water surface broken, the wings not yet fully open. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/36/pf-media/untitledshoot-9693.jpgLemon Ice Box Pie Food Oakland Lemon icebox pie at a classic diner in Oakland, direct sunlight through the window cutting a triangle across the circular plate and the mint green vinyl tablecloth. The geometry arrived on its own. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/American-West-Food-Travel-Photographer/37/pf-media/A1_Radiator_2.jpgCar Repair Building Classic Lettering Blue WhiteThe exterior of a car repair shop somewhere in the American West — classic hand-lettered signage, the whole frame held to blues and whites. Personal work. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/thumbs https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/1/pf-media/ClothesRack_04.jpgDrying Clothes Pastel color paletteDrying clothes on a line in Vietnam by a West Coast travel photographer for a hospitality brand. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/2/pf-media/OkkioDwntwnInt_10.jpgCoffee Shop Interior Vibrant RedsCoffee shop interior in Ho Chi Minh City, vibrant red vinyl slats making the room brilliantly saturated and warm, a man in a far corner enjoying his coffee and paper. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/3/pf-media/GrilledPork_01.jpgBroken Rice Pork Hoi AnBroken rice with grilled pork dish in natural light at a small stall in Hoi An, Vietnam. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/4/pf-media/CoffeeSpot_01REdux23.jpgModern Cafe Ho Chi Minh CityModern cafe interior in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, a unique metal lighting fixture curing above the bar, a large window complimenting the available light in the space. Interior photography. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/5/pf-media/NineWest_01REdux2.jpgSaigon streetsSceneSaigon street scene, the contrast of upscale shopping and local cafe, folks and scooters and locals taking pictures of each other. The glow of amibient light mixed with overcast soft lighting from a partly cloudy sky. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/6/pf-media/BreakfastBahnMi_09.jpgBreakfast Bahn Mi, Da NangBreakfast bahn mi at a small cafe in Da Nang, Vietnam. Pork and egg on a sizzling cast iron pan, loaf of fresh bread and herbs nearby. Photographed with natural window light on location. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/7/pf-media/Closed_01.jpgStreet Food Stand Da NangStreet food stand packed up and put away the stacks of pink and blue colors playing off each other. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/8/pf-media/CafeGreen_01.jpgCafe Scene Da NangA cafe interior vignette in Da Nang, rustic cement walls and deep brown wooden chairs. Greenery from a courtyard complimenting the limited color scene. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/9/pf-media/DurianSeller_01.jpgDurian Seller SaigonA durian seller, his product in a basket on the back of a pink scooter, a vibrant green wall the same color as the durian, he looks off camera a cigarette dangling from his mouth. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/10/pf-media/DaNangHorizontal_01.jpgDa Nang SkylineDa Nang skyline, pink in the morning light, pastel colored buildings of green and blue and white. A haze revealing the mountains beyond. Shot from the top of a hotel. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/11/pf-media/DaNangFlight_01.jpgFlyover Jungle VietnamView from the window of a plane looking down on the Vietnam jungle, a turqoise river flowing below, the textured moutains and jungle framing it. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/12/pf-media/BridgeRider_01.jpgBridge Over River Da NangBridge over a river in Vietnam in Da Nang, a single couple on a scooter traversing it, the photo processed out in black and white. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/13/pf-media/JungleBridge_01untitled.jpgJungle walking Bridge VietnamJungle bridge extending across a small pond, short wooden slats and curved design leading the eye towards the mountains and jungle beyond. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/14/pf-media/Door_01update1.jpgDoor to Nowhere Hoi AnDoor to nowhere in Hoi An. A curious structure of vibrant teal that seems to only consist of a door in the jungle. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/15/pf-media/InteriorNight2_02_SheaEvans.jpgDaNang Evening City SceneA street scene / vignette in Da Nang Vietnam photographed at night, open floors show the humanity of what is happening in each part of the buidling, vibrantly colored lights making the scene glow. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/16/pf-media/Crab_01.jpgCrab Tank Da NangCrab in a tank at a Da Nang restaurant where you choose your own live seafood, the crab in sharp focus hanging upside down, more tanks and sea creatures in soft focus behind. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/17/pf-media/DaNangBike_02_SheaEvans_NewBike.jpgDa Nang BikeDa Nang bike with fruit for sale on a wicker basket. The bike rests against a vibrant yellow wall. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/18/pf-media/Tapioca_01.jpgTapioca Dish SaigonTapioca cups with shrimp and aromatics, shot from above with chiles and nuoc cham in a dish nearby. Strong window light creates contrast and saturation, highlighting the food. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/19/pf-media/OkkioDwntwnInt_08.jpgInterior cafe mirror SaigonMirror view of a Vietnam cafe showing vintage design choices and small shelves, vibrant red walls on either side of the mirror. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/20/pf-media/DirtiestBeauty_01.jpgDirty Beauty SaigonVignette of dirty beauty in Saigon, vibrant red buckets in a sink, neon green dust pan with long handle, a fire extinguisher. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/21/pf-media/SpiralStair_01.jpgStaircase Hallway Ho Chi Minh CityStaircase and hallway scene a single pendant light the only source, a spiral staircase extending above the frame, classic tiles from a byegone era on the floor. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/22/pf-media/EggCoffee_01.jpgEgg Coffee SaigonEgg coffee at a cafe table in Saigon, a pool of window light shining on the mug, another traditional vietnamese coffee nearby. Clean wooden table with purple inlay. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/23/pf-media/ExteriorScene_01_ReduxREdux.jpgSaigon Scooter SceneSaigon scooter scene, scooters going all directions, an alleyway alive with life on the left, a multistory cafe filled with patrons to the right. The buzz of humanity in South East Asia. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/24/pf-media/NightVibes_01.jpgVietnam City Night Scene Da NangDa Nang night street scene, scooters blurred, food stalls bright lights and signs in sharp focus, ambient light showing the vibrancy of a Vietnam city after dark. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/25/pf-media/MakingBahnXeo_01.jpgMaking Bahn Xeo SaigonMaking bahn xeo in a large skillet directly over a burning wood log, a spatula flipping the omelette, more pots and pans nearby, authentic food cooked the way it always has been. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/26/pf-media/eggrolls_01.jpgFried Egg Rolls Hoi AnFried eggs rolls, laid next to each other and shot from above on an oval white plate, chopsticks on the edge, a pink and lavender tablecloth beneath the plate. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/27/pf-media/GrapeFruitSalad_01.jpgGrapefruit Salad Ho Chi Minh CityThe remnants of a grapefruit salad, a few segments still in the large dish, carrot and herb garnishes nearly all that remain. Other plates on the outside of the frame poking in hint at a Vietnamese feast. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/28/pf-media/HoChiMinhScene_05.jpgHo Chi Minh River SceneSaigon river scene, new and old buildings, multilevel and the street with cars all reflect in the calm river waters. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/29/pf-media/GreenAndCement_01.jpgBuilding Window Reflections SaigonMirror glass windows of a large office builidng reflect the cityscape and trees. A vibrant green vine in the foreground frames the scene, the juxtapostion of modern life and the jungle kept just at bay in Saigon Vietnam. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/30/pf-media/hairchair_02.jpgHoi An Barber ChairBarber chair in Hoi An Vietnam, iconic yellow walls framing the doorway to the small salon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/31/pf-media/Hotel_03.jpgHotel pool, rooms behind, Hoi AnA hotel pool in Hoi An, two levels of rooms reflected in the turquoise water. Shot across the pool surface, the architecture doubling itself in the stillness. Available light, late in the day. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/32/pf-media/ReuWall_01.jpgYellow Wall Hoi AnYellow wall in Hoi An, a unique architectural entrance to a small staircase. A few branches with green leaves poking into the frame showcase the space. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/33/pf-media/BanhXeo_01.jpgBanh Xeo SaigonBahn xeo as it arrives to a rich wooden table, chiles and sauce nearby, green lettuce leaf poking in. Raking morning light highlights the textures of the meal. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/34/pf-media/Scooters_03REdux2.jpgScooter with Old Couple SaigonOld couple on a scooter in Saigon, the wife, white hair slicked back, a huge smile, her cain retracted. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/35/pf-media/InteriorHK_01REdux2.jpgAsian Cafe Interior Da NangInterior of a Da Nang Cafe, subtle greens and yellows with pops of red from the hanging lamps. The calm before a busy dining experience. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/36/pf-media/HotelExterior_01.jpgReverie Hotel Exterior Ho Chi Minh CityA grand entrance with golden arch and deep blue surrouding elements adorns the entrance of a Saigon luxury hotel. A woman walks beneath the arch, showing the scale of the place https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/37/pf-media/NightVibes_02.jpgNight Street Food Da NangNight shot of street food seller in Da Nang, a slight smile as she waits for her patrons underneath her ambient lighting. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/38/pf-media/HotelRoof_01.jpgRooftop pool, late day sun, cabanaTurquoise and black rooftop pool, small ripples in the water, late day sun falling across the large plants in the cabana area. An exclusive Da Nang hotel, late afternoon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/39/pf-media/BahnMi_01.jpgBahn Mi Da NangBahn mi with slow cooked pork belly on a crusty french bread roll. Casually laid out on a paper bag and a metal latice top table. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/40/pf-media/HotelRooftop_01.jpgHotel cabana area, late afternoon sunlightA cabana at an upscale Da Nang resort, teak sunlounger on black and white tiles, large plants, a textured concrete wall behind. Late afternoon light streaming in hard and directional from the side. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/41/pf-media/OkkioDwntwnInt_06.jpgCoffee Shop Interior SaigonCoffee shop interior with an equal mix of vintage and modern details, in a Saigon cafe. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/42/pf-media/RainPool_01.jpgRain Pool Hoi AnRain in the pool at a quiet Da Nang, hotel. A relaxing moment to watch. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/43/pf-media/ReuDessert_01.jpgReu Dessert Da NangDessert at a high end restaurant in Da Nang, elements placed by tweezers and small spoon. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/44/pf-media/Butcher_01.jpgButcher Vietnam Wet MarketButcher in a Vietnam wet market of Da Nang, cleaver in hand and a serious stare towards the camera. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/45/pf-media/BunInterior_01.jpgBun Noodle Shop Interior SaigonNoodle shop in Saigon, reds and pinks, with small stools and aluminum folding tables. https://sheaevans.com/Portfolio/Travel-Editorial-Photographer/46/pf-media/ComGaStand_01.jpgCom Ga StandCom Ga stand at night in Hoi An, paper lamps of red and yellow lighting the scene, a small case of chicken in front of the stall.