We’ve compiled a ‘Best Of’ commercial photography portfolio examples, including a number of different Format themes used. Scroll through to find your inspiration.
February 8, 2022

Aaron Lee is a Portland-based commercial photographer specializing in food, CPG, and lifestyle work. His clients include Kaiser Permanente, Port of Portland, Burgerville, and Portland Monthly. He brings an advertising sensibility to every project, creating clean, beautiful imagery for brands that want to stand out.
https://www.aaronleephotography.com

Yushy is a photographer specialising in capturing the energy and atmosphere of crowds, from festivals and live music to cultural events. With a strong eye for detail and a natural instinct for storytelling, his work creates immersive, dynamic imagery. Clients include Nike, Red Bull, Glastonbury Festival and VICE
https://www.yushyontherun.com

A Québec-based Canadian photographer with 16 years behind the lens, Savitri brings a strong narrative vision to lifestyle and brand imagery. Shaped by extensive travel—from Nepal to Iceland to Machu Picchu—her work blends emotion, movement, and refined storytelling. Guided by instinct and creative precision, she approaches each project with a timeless aesthetic where authenticity matters more than perfection.
https://www.bastiani.ca

Sophie Macaluso is a Washington, DC photographer You can find her trailing behind the group to stop and take photos of anything and everything. She loves bringing clients kitschy touches, smart lighting, thoughtful color palettes, hard flash, and hazy stills. Sophie's been shooting, second shooting, editing, holding reflectors, and charging an endless cycle of batteries since middle school.
https://www.sophiemacphoto.com

Mathew Comer is a photographer based in Machester, England.
https://matthew-comer.format.com

Seishi Lin Hayashi is a Japan-based photographer specializing in editorial, commercial, and advertising photography. After beginning his career in Tokyo, he relocated to Miyazaki in 2014 and established studio in 2018 as part of his production company, Amico Gift Inc. With a clean and human-focused visual style, he continues to work with both domestic and international clients.
https://www.studio-nil.com

Specialising in commercial, still-life and editorial photography - Scott Uzoho brings life to his images honing his skills with over 10 years in the industry.
https://www.scottuzoho.com

Megan Bayley is an interiors & lifestyle photographer based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She was trained as a photojournalist and enjoys being involved in the narrative process with her commercial clients today – telling a story with images, evoking feelings that bring each project to life. Born and raised in Singapore, she has a soft spot for bad jokes and good coffee. In her free time, you'll find her upside down on a yoga mat, chasing waves, or in line at her local plant nursery.
https://www.meganbayleyphotography.com

Anne-Marie Mueschke is a New York based photographer specializing in advertising and editorial work. She loves to highlight creativity-driven and sustainable brands and use her visual arts and film background to explore the most artistic way to showcase a subject.
https://www.annemariemueschke.com

German Ayala Vazquez, is a photographer and visual artist from Bayamón, Puerto Rico, raised in New York City and now based in Philadelphia. Their work spans fashion, commercial, conceptual, and photojournalistic photography, focusing on elevating the stories of BIPOC LGBTQIA+ communities, particularly in regions shaped by colonial histories.
https://www.germanvazquezstudios.com

Niko started his photography journey in 2012, via various workshops, photo clubs, college courses, and photographic organisations. He loves making memories with his camera. Memories that stay imprinted with people. Every time you click that shutter, you make a connection. A connection that lasts forever.
https://www.nikogoga.com

Based in Netherlands, Jurian Kriebel creates images that are clean and minimal always focusing on the serenity and simplicity of a photo. Combining that with the technical knowledge, he makes sure his style is consistent throughout ad campaigns, portraits or high-end product work, and of course having fun along the way.
https://www.juriankriebel.com

Jessica Ebelhar is a photographer and stop motion artist specializing in modern product, food, beverage, and portrait work for forward-thinking brands and publications.
https://www.jessicaebelhar.com

Darren Hull an editorial and commercial photographer who has earned a reputation as one of Canada’s top image makers with work informed by a strong sense of story line. Darren has a passion for the images he creates, as well as the relationships he build with his clients and subjects. Darren captures innovative images for global and local clients, informed by a strong sense of storyline.
https://www.darrenhull.com

Christopher is an award winning and internationally published freelance commercial and portrait photographer accredited by the Association of Photographers. He is best known for his work revolving around sport and athletes.
https://www.christopherlanaway.com

Viviane Ponti is a commercial photographer in Toronto. She graduated from RMIT with an honors degree in 2005 (Bachelor of Arts in Commercial Photography - Photojournalism). Viviane is an active photographer and her travel folio is represented by Getty Images.. Her photographs have been featured on Airbnb's site. Viviane has appeared in several international media, including the BBC London, the BBC Travel, the Lonely Planet Travel Guides, and The New York Times.
https://www.vivianeponti.com

Ali Alriffai is a Bahraini professional commercial and lifestyle photographer. His work in the last two decades has earned him one of the most respected and influential photographers in the region. Through numerous commercial assignments, Ali has built a large and respectable portfolio of work ranging from industry giants such as telecommunications and finance to national campaigns, sports, fashion, fine art, and editorials.
https://www.aliriffai.com

Euan Anderson is an advertising and lifestyle photographer who helps clients to show off their products and services with striking imagery. Not only is he the master of capturing the subtlest of emotions on the face of an artist, but also is he able to make images say what the customers want them to say. He has worked with companies such as Coca Cola, Edrington Beam Suntory, and First to name a few.
https://www.euanandersonphotography.com

Like many born Dutch photographers, Robbert Koene received his photographic training at the famed School for Photography in Den Haag. Settling in South Africa since 1985, no surprise that over the years, his wonderment of Africa, its culture and influences started coming to the fore. Robbert found himself drawn towards shooting interiors, landscapes, and people.
https://www.robbertkoene.com

Krug Studios is a full-service photography studio located in Toronto’s west-end. Owner Steve Krug is an active member of the photography industry, working with distinguished clients on a number of national brands and campaigns. His award-winning work ranges from conceptual advertising to food and lifestyle. At Krug Studios, they place a strong focus on nurturing their clientele, as well as cultivating new, creative relationships.
https://www.krugstudios.com

Originally from Detroit, A.J. has lived in Asia for over a decade. He was recently named one of Fast Company’s most creative people globally and previously featured by The New York Times. A.J. is a seasoned creative director, photographer, and filmmaker who has worked with major brands, celebrities, and professional athletes all over the world.
https://www.ajschokora.com

Marc studied visual communication in Monchengladbach. Afterwards, he relocated to Hamburg, where he became a photographer's assistant and photographer for high gloss publications and ad campaigns. Marc also learned how to obtain an upgrade and an excellent night's sleep on a plane. He got a job working for brands like Coles and Woolworths and also local labels.
https://www.buckner.tv

When Matt was 12, he took his first photo, and everything has changed since. Matt's initial love of painting and drawing combined with a desire to take pictures led him into professional photography. As well, he has studied graphic design and commercial photography, so he knows how to “sell” a product or concept. It's Matt's mission to discover and tell stories that resonate differently with everyone who sees them. E
https://www.mattkeal.com

GengHui is an aspiring photojournalist with a diverse experience in events and commercial photography. The good fortune came in the form of the multitude of chances that came his way as a result of it. Believing each image speaks volumes, Geng Hui hopes to capture the emotions behind every encounter to create precious memories for those around him.
https://www.tghphotography.com

Tyler specializes in action and environmental portrait photography to capture compelling images of athletes in their active and sports lifestyle on location. Tyler is drawn to people and places that embody a positive, energetic spirit because he is a passionate adventurer. Tyler's project involves recording peak athletic moments in the outdoors. Combining heart-pumping action with visually arresting environments produces visually stunning images with a commercial edge.
https://www.tylerdouglasphoto.com

Based in New York, Brayden specializes in creating genuine, raw and unique moments for brands of all sizes. The main goal of all of our shoots is to provide seamless execution of the creative while allowing for an open and collaborative environment for client, talent and photographer.
https://braydenolson.format.com