London Photographer
Charlie Bard
Charlie Bard trained as a chef before picking up a camera. That background shapes everything: a working knowledge of how food comes together, and an instinct for when a shot is ready.
Based in London, he shoots food and drink for restaurants, brands, and advertising agencies
Studio still life, location editorial, and social content. Work has appeared in Vogue, Time Out, The Guardian, and The Daily Mail.
Recent projects include two published cookbooks: Seasons: A Taste of Cowdray for the Cowdray Estate (launched at Fortnum & Mason, 2025) and Quick Prep Slow Cook by Charlotte Pike (Hamlyn, 2024). Commercial campaigns for Five Guys, Pasta Evangelists, and Simply Lunch.
See Charlie's work here: Food - Drinks
Studio still life, location editorial, and social content. Work has appeared in Vogue, Time Out, The Guardian, and The Daily Mail.
Recent projects include two published cookbooks: Seasons: A Taste of Cowdray for the Cowdray Estate (launched at Fortnum & Mason, 2025) and Quick Prep Slow Cook by Charlotte Pike (Hamlyn, 2024). Commercial campaigns for Five Guys, Pasta Evangelists, and Simply Lunch.
See Charlie's work here: Food - Drinks
Shortlisted — Food Photographer of the Year
What he shoots
Studio
Still life, product, and packaging on a controlled set
Location
On-site editorial and lifestyle at restaurants and kitchens
Restaurants
Menu photography, interiors, and brand imagery for hospitality
Social & Digital
Content-ready imagery for campaigns, e-commerce, and social
Clients Include
Press
Vogue UK · Time Out · The Guardian · The Daily Mail · Evening Standard · Hello · Ocado Magazine