Beverage Photography

Beverage Photography

Author: Steve Brazill July 15, 2021 Duration: 50:35

Everybody loves a good meal, and it seems like everybody is posting photos of their food, but when food photography is done right you can seemingly taste it. That’s where Freddy Clark comes in, and when he gets his hands on a nice cool adult beverage you will want a drink. Freddy is a New Jersey based beverage and food photographer, and his images will make you hungry and thirsty.

I have been lucky enough to get to know Freddy over the past few years. Rick Sammon suggested him as a guest awhile back, and we did a show on food photography, titled “Tastier Photos”. Getting to know Freddy has been somewhat of a flashback for me. I have been in radio for about 40 years. When Freddy was fresh out of college he took that same path, as both an on-air personality and production director. After a decade of radio Freddy made a change, he went into tech, which is weird because I am an I.T. consultant “for a living”. The parallels between Freddy and myself keep going. His move to photography came with the birth of his daughter, while for me it was when my son was in high school.

Freddy tried out various photographic genres, including portraiture, landscapes, street photography, and even wedding photography, before finding his passion in food and beverage. Through Santé Beverage & Food Photography Freddy is now living his dream. He has also moved into the education space, teaching for outlets like Princeton Photo Workshops. I did a class for Princeton earlier this year, thanks to an introduction from Freddy.

Along with doing workshops with legends like Rick Sammon, Freddy has also created his own workshops, and his latest is the workshop you may have heard me mention on the show. Freddy can explain it better than me, but the Wanderers Photographic Cultural Experience is designed to be a recurring event. I have described it as an opportunity to experience the people, history, music, and food of a destination city…

ALL IN ONE WORKSHOP

The first Wanderers Workshop will be Sunday, October 10th, through Thursday, October 14th, 2021 in New Orleans. Freddy will be joined by three other instructors: Ant Pruitt, the host of the Hands on Photography Podcast; Andrew Scrivani, another food and beverage photographer that is a New York Times contributor; and me! This workshop includes a lot, and has very limited space, so check it soon if you are at all interested.

Join food and beverage photographer Freddy Clark and me as we grab a drink and examine the refreshing world of beverage photography on this Behind the Shot.

Connect with Freddy

Website: freddyclark.photography | santephoto.com
Twitter: @santephoto
Instagram: @santephoto

Freddy’s Classes

Website: princetonphotoworkshop.com

New Orleans Workshop – Wanderers Photographic Cultural Experiences

Website: wanderersphoto.com

Cookbook with Freddy’s Photos on Amazon

A Meal for All Seasons: Anton’s at the Swan

Freddy’s Photographer Pick

Rob Grimm: rggphoto.com


Steve Brazill hosts Behind the Shot-Video, a series that goes far beyond gear lists and camera settings. Each conversation is a deep exploration of the creative and technical journey behind compelling images. You’ll hear working photographers unpack the entire process-from the initial spark of an idea and the challenges of the location to the critical decisions made in post-production. This podcast sits at the unique intersection of art and practical technology, offering tangible lessons for anyone looking to improve their visual storytelling. Rather than abstract theory, these discussions provide a real-world look at problem-solving under pressure and the artistic choices that define a signature style. Tune in for honest, detailed breakdowns that reveal how memorable shots are truly built, layer by layer. It’s an essential resource for visual artists seeking both inspiration and actionable knowledge, all grounded in the lived experience of accomplished creators.
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