Cosy living room reading nook with red bookshelves, red velvet sofa, blue and white patterned cushions, ceramic table lamp and fern plant

The reading nook that actually makes you want to read. Loved photographing this Leisha Norman project - those red bookshelves are a statement. #interiorphotography #interiorstyling #commercialphotography

Farmhouse Inns pub exterior with timber cladding, grey roof, weather vane, red parasols and landscaped gardens under blue sky, commercial exterior photography

Exterior work is all about patience - you're at the mercy of the sky. This Farmhouse Inns shoot was one of those days where everything just fell into place. #exteriorphotography #commercialphotography #hospitality

Pappardelle pasta with slow-cooked ragu and parmesan being twirled on a fork at Figurati Italian restaurant Southampton, food photography

New on the blog: a behind-the-scenes look at what actually happens during a restaurant photo shoot. From prep to final delivery, here's what to expect. ryanstanikk.co.uk/blog/what-to-expect-from-a-restaurant-photo-shoot #foodphotography #restaurantphotography #commercialphotography

Hands arranging straw fedora hats on a display table with woven tote bags and block-print wash bags at Aspiga Kings Road London, retail lifestyle photography

Retail lifestyle shoot for Aspiga at their Kings Road store in London. Styling, product and people all in one frame - these jobs are always a good challenge. #lifestylephotography #retailphotography #commercialphotography

Beef ramen with soft-boiled egg, tenderstem broccoli and narutomaki in a rich broth at Konjiki Kensington London, Japanese food photography

Beef ramen for Konjiki in Kensington - rich broth, soft-boiled egg, tenderstem broccoli and narutomaki. Japanese restaurant food photography at its most satisfying. #foodphotography #ramen #japanesefood #commercialphotography

Aperol Spritz bottle and cocktail with oranges at Padharo restaurant Southampton, drinks brand product photography

Drinks photography for Padharo in Southampton - Aperol Spritz, styled and shot for their menu. Love a vibrant drinks brief. #productphotography #commercialphotography #southampton

Wedding guests laughing and socialising outdoors at a reception, candid natural wedding photography St Audrie's Park Somerset

The in-between moments are my favourites at weddings. When guests forget the camera's there, that's when the real day shows up. #weddingphotography #candidwedding #commercialphotography

Portrait photograph - a polished, edited result representing the difference between a RAW file and finished professional photography

New blog post: Why Photographers Don't Share RAWs. If you've ever asked for the original files and been told no, this explains the real reason behind it - and why it's in your interest too. ryanstanikk.co.uk/blog/raw-files #photography #commercialphotography #photographytips

Vibrant teal living room with built-in turquoise shelving, patterned Moroccan-style floor cushions, teal bucket chair and houseplants, eclectic interior photography

When the client commits to a colour palette, the shots write themselves. This living room had everything - teal shelving, Moroccan cushions, trailing houseplants. Proper intention in every corner. #interiorphotography #interiordesign #commercialphotography

Musician in African clothing playing djembe drums at an outdoor festival with Tapestry banner, live music event photography

Tapestry festival, Southampton. Something about a live drummer that just anchors the whole set - this guy held the energy of the whole field. #livemusicphotography #festivalPhotography #commercialphotography

Frozen strawberry daiquiri and pina colada cocktails with fresh strawberries and lemon on a marble counter, cocktail drink photography Southampton

Frozen daiquiri and pina colada from a recent drinks shoot in Southampton. Hard to go wrong when the subject is that colourful. #drinksphotography #cocktailphotography #commercialphotography

Stacked Belgian waffles with blueberries, berry compote and a quenelle of cream at Room2 cafe, brunch menu food photography Southampton

Brunch done right. Stacked Belgian waffles with blueberries and berry compote for Room2 in Southampton - sometimes the simplest dishes are the hardest to make look interesting. #foodphotography #brunchphotography #commercialphotography

Colourful branded ballpoint pens with ride names fanned out on a white background for Paultons Park, stationery merchandise product photography

Branded merchandise for Paultons Park. When the brief is 'colourful', it helps when the product does most of the heavy lifting - these pens cover everything from the Big One to Tornado Springs. #productphotography #brandedmerch #commercialphotography

Toy photography: Masters of The Universe Club Grayskull Teela figure (2017) by Super 7 #toyphotography #commercialphotography #photography

Burga restaurant teal facade with white 3D lettering, Best Burgaz In Town tagline, and circular orange hanging sign against brick building exterior, commercial signage photography

Bold branding at Burga in Portsmouth. That teal and orange combination works a treat - the signage pops from the street without trying too hard. #exteriorphotography #commercialphotography #branding

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Young man with curly dark hair in an open white shirt and jeans, hands in pockets against a dramatic sunset sky, portrait photography

Golden hour portraits - when the sky does half the work and you just have to find the right frame. This was shot on location as part of a musician portfolio session. #portraitphotography #goldenhour #commercialphotography

Green bedroom detail with dark panelled headboard, hanging Edison bulb pendant light, patterned ikat cushion and eucalyptus in a glass vase, interior design photography

Detail shot from an interior design project in Hampshire. Green bedroom with a dark panelled headboard, Edison pendant light and ikat cushion. Sometimes it's the quiet corners that make the best images. #interiorphotography #interiorstyling #commercialphotography

Chef plating food in the kitchen at The Bell Inn, behind the scenes restaurant lifestyle photography Southampton

Behind the scenes at The Bell Inn in Southampton. There's something about kitchen shots - the focus, the precision, the fact nobody's posing. #lifestylephotography #commercialphotography #southampton

Medium-rare steak with salad and sauce at Porters Southampton, with intentional space to the right for text placement in commercial food photography

Looks great. But will it work for your business? There's a real difference between artistic and commercial food photography - new blog post explains it. ryanstanikk.co.uk/blog/its-pretty-but-is-it-useful #foodphotography #commercialphotography

Gourmet burger with sesame bun, edamame, pink sauce and fresh toppings on a bright yellow background, clean studio food product photography Southampton

Studio product shot on a bold yellow background. Sometimes a strong colour is all it takes to make the subject stand out - the brief was clean and simple, the result does the rest. #productphotography #foodphotography #commercialphotography

Orange Rooms colourful outdoor bar area with parasols, yellow and wooden picnic benches, pink container with Orange signage, teal Malibu beanbag and artificial grass

Exterior shots for Orange Rooms in Southampton - their outdoor bar area is a riot of colour. Bright parasols, picnic benches, teal beanbags... it practically styles itself. #commercialphotography #exteriorphotography

Japanese salmon sashimi, salmon nigiri and torched nigiri on bamboo leaves and wooden boards at Sakura Portsmouth, Japanese food photography

Salmon sashimi and nigiri for Sakura in Portsmouth. Japanese food photography is all about keeping things clean - the colour of the fish does the work, you just have to get out of the way. #foodphotography #japaneseFood #commercialphotography

A food and drink image taken for Mettricks in Southampton, intentionally composed with space for advertising text.

New post on the blog: What Makes a Commercial Photographer. Artistic vs commercial photography - more of a difference than you might think. ryanstanikk.co.uk/blog/what-makes-me-a-commercial-photographer #commercialphotography #photographytips

Mango Thai Tapas restaurant interior with arched window, wooden tables, leather chairs, tropical wallpaper and warm pendant lighting, commercial interior photography

Hospitality interiors are one of my favourite things to shoot. Getting the warm light just right in a space like this - the arched window, the tropical wallpaper. Shot for Mango Thai Tapas in Southampton. #interiorphotography #commercialphotography

Woman holding a Yorkshire Terrier in a leather armchair at Mettricks coffee house Southampton, lifestyle portrait photography

Coffee, good company, and a very well-behaved dog. Shot this at Mettricks in Portswood - one of my favourite spots to work with. #lifestylephotography #southampton #commercialphotography

Mettricks Guildhall cafe exterior at twilight with illuminated signage and festoon lights, Southampton Guildhall clock tower, green lawn and dramatic sunset sky, commercial dusk photography

The window between sunset and dark is tight, but it's where the best exterior shots happen. Mettricks Guildhall, Southampton - festoon lights, clock tower, clear sky. Worth the wait. #southampton #exteriorphotography #commercialphotography #duskphotography

Grey and black mesh trucker cap with Route 83 logo patch and blue peak on a white background for Paultons Park, merchandise product photography

Branded merchandise photography for Paultons Park - clean white backgrounds, accurate colour and ready for use across print and web. Getting the details right on these shots is what makes them actually useful for a brand. #productphotography #commercialphotography #merch

Blog post hero image: How Much Does a Shoot Cost? by Ryan Stanikk

Every photographer gets asked "how much for a shoot?" and the honest answer is always "it depends." I wrote about what actually goes into determining the cost.

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