Ki Modern Japanese Calgary

A while back we had a wonderful time photographing architectural images, food and lifestyle images for Ki Japanese in Vancouver. We were honoured when we were asked to fly to Calgary and do the same for the Ki Restaurant there. The beautiful interior design of the space made the architectural images of the restaurant a joy. The staff were friendly and helpful and made for a great atmosphere as we photographed lifestyle imagery.

West Executive Chef Quang Dang

Quick behind the scenes photo from a recent shoot with Executive Chef Quang Dang at Top Table Group's West Restaurant.

Ki Restaurant Vancouver

It has been a busy month with a great mix of food and architectural photography. We recently had the privilege to photograph the new Ki Restaurant at the Shangri-La Vancouver Hotel. The highlight of the shoot was working with renowned raw bar chef Yoshi Tabo. It was a joy to watch the preparation and the plates he created were stunning! Stay tuned for the finished images!

Food Stylist Lawren Moneta

Ki Raw Bar

Mmmm....Baked Goods!

Quick pic from a recent photo shoot for a local bakery!

Fresh Bowl Gastown

We had another great interior design photo shoot with the very talented Karin Bohne of Moeski Consulting Inc. Karin managed a great mix of modern and heritage with clean lined furniture against exposed original brick walls for this Fresh Bowl restaurant. If you haven't already watch this video to see how the renovation went. If you're ever in Gastown be sure to stop by check out the beautiful interior and delicious food!

Gotham Steakhouse

We recently finished up another great restaurant photography project at Gotham Steakhouse. Under the art direction of Lynne Davis of Toronto agency Baby Robot we capture food, interiors and lifestyle photos over three days. Gotham's new website looks great featuring our images!

Araxi Restaurant Whistler

Just before the holidays we had the pleasure of photographing the updated interior of Araxi Restaurant in Whistler. I have photographed Araxi many times over the past five years and it is wonderful to see the constant changes and improvements. I guess that's why the restaurant is constantly winning awards for top restaurant in Whistler!

We also put together a quick video of the behind the scenes action of our overnight shoot! Have a look!

The Shore Club Ottawa

We recently had the privilege of shooting a brand new Shore Club Restaurant in Canada's capital, Ottawa! Arriving a few days before the grand opening, the excitement of everyone involved was quite apparent. Under the art direction of Lynne Davis of Baby Robot and shooting in amongst the buzz of activity, we captured the art deco inspired interior.

The Shore Club

It has been a busy month working on photography projects for The Shore Club Restaurant. Working with Art Director Lynne Davis of BabyRobot we photographed food, space and lifestyle imagery in Vancouver and the new location in Ottawa. An exciting addition to this project was our first foray into video! The videos and still images from the Vancouver restaurant may be viewed on The Shore Club's stunning new website HERE. Stay tuned for the Ottawa highlights!

Shooting in Shangri-La

We were exceptionally lucky last week to photograph at Market by Jean G-Georges at The Shangri-La Hotel Vancouver. The patio is a stunning oasis in the middle of a hectic downtown!

Here's a behind the scenes shot of the models as they walked for the 100th time towards the entrance. So many great angles to shoot from, hopefully we'll be back to capture them all!

Drinks (and photography) at Fairmont Chateau Whistler

I had the great opportunity to photograph some images for The Fairmont Chateau Whistler last week. It was one of those shoots where everything went perfectly smooth. No lighting glitches, talent was a natural, and a happy client!

the set up

Amanda taking care of the props!

Vancouver Magazine 2010 Restaurant Awards

Vancouver Magazine annual Restaurant Awards winners were revealed yesterday and congratulations are in order for our long-time clients Top Table Restaurant Group!

Blue Water Cafe + Raw Bar won Restaurant of the Year! One of the Vancouver Magazine judges calls: “a dining experience that appeals to almost everyone, from serious foodies to suburbanites out for a special night.”

Heading up the kitchen at Blue Water is Executive Chef Frank Pabst who also won for Chef of the Year! “He combines West Coast ingredients, Asian flavours, and classical approaches with a sure and delicate hand,” said one judge. “It’s time for this unsung hero to step into the spotlight.”

Further north, Araxi wins top spot for Restaurants in Whistler. Chef James Walt "tucks just-plucked taters alongside superb Pemberton beef, transmuting local ingredients into Gold."


Via: Vancouver Magazine