Professional Beverage Photography & Liquid Art
I specialize in capturing liquids in motion, from the perfect whiskey pour to vibrant cocktail spreads. My work focuses on the technical precision needed to freeze movement and make textures pop for restaurant menus and advertising campaigns.
Sometimes the simplest concepts are the most powerful. For this personal project, I focused on capturing the perfect whiskey pour, highlighting the rich amber color, the splash, and the bubbles. It’s a study in liquid dynamics and light.
An experimental shot of an Eden Mill Gin bottle, playing with dramatic angles and colored lighting. The red and blue lights create a vibrant, energetic feel and highlight the intricate texture of the glass bottle.
A classic bottle shot of Monkey Shoulder whiskey, using a tilted angle to create a more dynamic composition. The clean blue background and sharp lighting make the bottle and its label stand out clearly.
A festive cocktail shot for Hakkasan Mumbai, with a sparkler creating a celebratory feel. The bright sparks contrast beautifully with the dark background, highlighting the vibrant yellow drink.
An old-fashioned style cocktail captured for Hakkasan's festive menu. I used warm, ambient light from the background bulbs to create a classic, moody bar atmosphere, with condensation on the glass adding a fresh feel.
This shot captures the vibrant, neon-lit ambiance of Hakkasan. A champagne pour into a flute is juxtaposed with a colorful crushed-ice cocktail, reflecting the restaurant's energetic and modern setting.
This video reel showcases the art of cocktail making at Hakkasan. It features a series of beautifully crafted drinks, capturing the colors, garnishes, and sophisticated atmosphere of the bar.
About Beverage & Liquid Art
Liquid photography is about precision, not luck. To get that perfect whiskey pour or frozen splash, I use high-speed sync lighting and tethered shooting so you can see exactly how the image looks on the monitor in real time. It is a messy process, but it ensures we get the exact hero shot for your campaign or menu without wasting time.
When shooting beverages, the biggest challenge is controlling reflections and capturing the 'soul' of the drink. Whether we are in my Mumbai studio or on-location at your bar or restaurant, my approach combines technical lighting setup with creative styling.
I use Broncolor and Profoto systems to handle tricky surfaces like glass bottles and metallic labels, ensuring they look clean and sharp. For motion shots—like the splash in a cocktail or a pour—I rely on high-speed sync techniques to freeze the liquid perfectly in mid-air.
My work for brands like Hakkasan has taught me that the environment matters just as much as the drink itself. I often mix ambient lighting from the restaurant space with strobe lighting to keep the mood of the venue intact while ensuring the drink looks vibrant and delicious.
Whether you need a series of clean, studio-lit bottles for packaging or a set of moody, lifestyle-focused images for your cocktail menu, I handle the full process. This includes pre-production mood boarding, lighting direction, and advanced post-production work like focus stacking and compositing. If you have a specific vibe in mind, from bright and airy to dark and dramatic, let's chat about how we can make your beverages the star of the show.
Sakina Zojwala
I’m Sakina. I live for that 'yumm' factor in food and drinks. Whether it’s a high-energy bar campaign or a clean product shot, I love collaborating to bring your vision to life, especially when it involves light, texture, and a bit of a creative mess.
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