The Food Story Library: 2026 Food and CPG Photography

Written By Judy Doherty

2026 was a year like no other in the studio, so we gathered our favorite work into one place: The Food Story Library. Every shoot tells a story. A cold brew poured over a protein bar is a morning ritual. A can of sparkling water in a pool floatie is a beach read. A bottle of body wash wrapped in bows is a brand's birthday party. Inside you'll find 16 stories from a full year of food, beverage and CPG photography: fast food built for speed, snacks and drinks caught mid-pour, holiday tables, stop-motion recipes, product lineups, and real people reacting to the products they love. We're now booking 2027 shoots for launches, seasonal campaigns and social content. If you're planning one, get in touch and let's write your brand's next story. Share the Canva Link.

The Food Story Library by Judy Doherty
Judy Doherty

I am a food, beverage, and CPG product photographer specializing in photos, stop motion, and video, with over 250,000 visuals delivered worldwide. Based in Southern California and formerly in the San Francisco Bay Area, I work in my studio, throughout California, and on location nationwide. Clients hire me for my eye, creative direction, and passion for taking their idea to the next level.


My strength lies in a nimble and lean creative process. Clients love getting creative content at a reasonable cost since my studio can art direct, style, and shoot their images quickly and on budget. My studio features an extensive surface library and prop house with a fully equipped kitchen and two shooting studios.

I bring over 20 years of professional culinary experience and more than a decade in commercial photography. My work as a chef, stylist, and photographer has earned many awards, including APA Top 100, ACF Gold Medal, and a juried fine art photo exhibit at Art Basel Miami. I was Executive Pastry Chef for two Hyatt Hotels and Resorts before completing two post-baccalaureate certificates for Visual Art and Graphic Design at U.C. Berkeley Extension in San Francisco.

https://judydohertyphotography.com
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