Still Life Photographer Melbourne

Hannah Caldwell is a Melbourne-based still life photographer creating refined, high-end imagery for premium brands, agencies and design-led businesses. Her still life work supports advertising campaigns, packaging, eCommerce, editorial and brand content libraries, with an emphasis on controlled light, texture and materiality. Based in Melbourne, Hannah shoots in studio or on location and delivers cohesive image sets designed to match a brand’s visual identity.

What Hannah Caldwell is known for

High-end still life photography with a fine-art sensibility
Controlled, cinematic lighting that emphasises texture, form and materiality
Refined product, food and beverage still life for premium brands
Campaign and content imagery designed for long-term, multi-channel use
A calm, collaborative workflow with creative teams, stylists and producers

Still life photography deliverables

Advertising campaign stills (hero + supporting set)
Packaging and label imagery (print-ready, colour-consistent)
eCommerce image libraries (clean, consistent, scalable)
Brand content libraries for web and social
Editorial still life (features, profiles, product stories)
Beverage still life (glassware, pours, liquid detail, mood sets)
Macro/detail sets (texture, ingredients, craft, materials)
Series work for exhibitions, publications and premium in-store applications

How a still life shoot works

Pre-production: brief, references, shot list, props/surfaces, schedule
Build & lighting: set construction, test frames, refinements to match brand tone
Capture: hero frames, variations, detail/macro, negative space options
Selects: curated shortlist or client select session
Post + delivery: retouching, colour consistency, web + print-ready files

Licensing & usage

Still life imagery is typically licensed based on where it will be used (web, social, print, OOH), how long it will run, and who is using it (single brand vs partners/retailers). Hannah Caldwell Photography can recommend a clear, practical usage package aligned with campaign goals and budget.

FAQ

How much does still life photography cost in Melbourne?

Pricing depends on complexity (set builds, styling, props), shot count, and usage/licensing. A compact eCommerce library is different from a campaign-level still life series. If you share a rough shot list and intended usage, a tailored quote can be prepared quickly.

Does Hannah work with agencies and producers?

Yes. Hannah works directly with brands as well as with agencies, producers, designers and stylists. The process is calm, organised and designed to run smoothly with clear approvals and predictable timelines.

Can the work match an existing brand style guide?

Yes. Still life lighting, colour and composition can be developed to match existing brand guidelines (or refined to set a new visual direction). Consistency across a full image library is a core focus.

What should be prepared before the shoot?

A shot list (or priority list), usage requirements, final packaging/products, and any brand references or layout considerations. If needed, a simple pre-shoot checklist can be supplied for an efficient run sheet.

How long does delivery take?

Selects are typically supplied first, followed by finals once retouching and colour matching are complete. Turnaround depends on volume and complexity; rush delivery can be arranged for launches when required.

Does Hannah provide props and styling?

Hannah can work with an existing stylist/prop team, collaborate with your in-house team, or recommend stylists and prop resources depending on the scope and look required.

Lifestyle still life of a gin bottle photographed in moody directional lighting, captured by Melbourne beverage and still life photographer Hannah Caldwell.

Website and Branding Photographer Melbourne

Overhead still life of a pomegranate drink with seeds and garnish, photographed by Melbourne beverage and still life photographer Hannah Caldwell

Wine bottle still life with tasting cues, moody lighting and dark background — Yarra Yering

Lifestyle Product Photographer Melbourne

Still life photograph of handcrafted Japanese ceramics in dark tonal lighting, captured by Melbourne still life photographer Hannah Caldwell

Still life photograph of elegant glassware arranged in moody dark lighting, captured by Melbourne still life and product photographer Hannah Caldwell

Minimal still life of ceramics and glassware with directional light and shadow

Close-up of whiskey pouring into a glass of ice

Native Sunrise Blend Moisturiser 50mL skincare product still life

Moody interior still life featuring a styled coffee table in soft, cinematic lighting, photographed by Melbourne interior and still life photographer Hannah Caldwell

Still life photograph of a Don Julio 1942 tequila bottle in moody dark lighting, captured by Melbourne beverage and still life photographer Hannah Caldwell.

Still Life Photography in Melbourne — and Why It Matters

Still life photography is where objects speak quietly: subtle shapes, shifting shadow, and texture that reveals itself only when the light is right. Hannah Caldwell is a Melbourne-based still life photographer drawn to the space where product meets poetry — a practice of attention to materials, surfaces, and form.

Whether photographing sculptural florals, artisanal tableware, elevated ingredients, or minimalist skincare, Hannah’s aim is consistent: images that feel intentional, refined, and deeply evocative.

Approach to Still Life Photography

With a fine-art background and more than twenty years in commercial photography, Hannah’s style is grounded in visual clarity and an instinctive sense of mood. She works with both studio and natural light, choosing the approach that best serves the object — and the emotion the image needs to carry.

Some scenes call for soft, diffused light; others need sharp control and architectural shadow. Composition and lighting evolve around the subject. Textural contrast, negative space, and tonal depth are signature elements — details that elevate even the simplest objects into something sculptural and expressive.

Hannah’s work is deliberate, but never rigid. Rather than over-styling, the focus is on revealing what already exists.

Who Hannah Works With

Hannah collaborates with design studios, art directors, agencies, and brands who value thoughtful, design-led imagery. Her still life portfolio spans:

Skincare & wellness campaigns — Purely Byron, Endota, Tilley Soaps
Food & beverage stills — Fonterra, Brown Brothers Wines
Packaging, eCommerce and social content for premium product brands
Editorial object studies and fine-art personal series, including award-winning projects Transience and Formation

Across every project, Hannah brings a calm, detail-focused approach backed by technical precision, creative intuition, and a genuine love of objects.

Why Still Life

Still life sits in a unique space where commercial purpose and creative exploration meet. It allows time to shape light, shadow, and form into images that feel timeless and quietly powerful. In a landscape of fast, fleeting content, still life invites the viewer to pause — to notice, and to feel something.

For brands seeking a still life photographer in Melbourne who understands the balance between artistry and commercial impact, Hannah welcomes collaboration.

Get in touch to discuss your next project.

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