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Chiles rellenos de queso. So delicious, you will eat more than one.
This dish made a constant appearance in my mom’s kitchen. All the family loved it and always asked when she would prepare it again. These chiles can be spicy depending on the batch you get, but along with the cheese filling and the cream sauce, it helps level things up.
Recipe here: https://www.oropesacreative.com/con-mucho-carino/chiles-rellenos-de-queso

This month, I was inspired by the magical “Poir Williams” Pear Brady bottle and decided to use it as my “talent” for a holiday-themed cocktail shoot.
Check out the rest of the images on my website.
Cheers!

Client work - Mini strawberry rhubarb pies

Client work - Deliciously sweet mini cherry pies.

Created in collaboration with prop stylist Victoria Dailey, for Tangerine Studio in Oakland. Playing with harmonizing colors to highlight the studio's new surfaces. The buttery yellow color inspired this bread still life.

Created in collaboration with prop stylist Victoria Dailey, for Tangerine Studio in Oakland. Playing with harmonizing colors to highlight the studio's new surfaces. The silver and metallic elements, with the warm tones from the mushrooms, complement the gray set greatly.

Personal work, food styling by Lorena Masso.
The goal was to create a clean and graphic image using canned seafood with attractive packaging that would visually pop from the bright yellow set.

Party savants. ❤️‍🔥 What trouble you’re getting into?

I love sneakers, food, and cocktails. In this personal project, I want to share three scenes where all three items could appear together in after-parties. Each scene has a very distinctive mood to match the sneaker: in this case, a suggestive crimson-themed party.

New work with this crew:
Food styling by @lorenamasso
Prop styling by @madge.pie
Photo assistant & model @tommyvandang
Props and studio @tangerinepropshop
Sneakers @louboutinworld

Sneakers, cocktails and food. 👟🍸🍧 Some of my favorites intertwined in this Alice in Wonderland-inspired after-party scene.

This idea came together while working with such an amazing crew.
Check my IG profile for the rest of this series and some #bts
Let me know what you think!

Food styling by @lorena_masso
Prop styling by @madge.pie
Photo assistant & model @tommyvandang
Props and studio @tangerinepropshop
Sneakers @louboutinworld

Almost everyone is gone, but the event is far from over. Glasses are half-empty, appetizers are scattered and random objects seem to take a life of their own. Let’s kick our feet up because the night is not over yet.

I love sneakers, food, and cocktails. In this personal project, I want to share three scenes where all three items could appear together in after-parties. Each scene has a very distinctive mood to match the sneaker: in this case, a lavish game night.

From sketching, planning, and prepping for the shoot, this idea came together while working with such an amazing crew:

Food styling by @lorena_masso
Prop styling by @madge.pie
Photo assistant & model @tommyvandang
Props and studio @tangerinepropshop
Sneakers @louboutinworld

Taking a break from work and experiencing new locations, food, and drinks always re-energize me.
During my last holiday, I got to learn about and appreciate whisky.

Visiting a distillery gave me the opportunity to taste and compare the distinct grains used in crafting this golden spirit. Each sip told a story, enhanced by the aging process and the barrels that nurtured the whisky.

Returning home, I had an idea for a test shoot using a whisky bottle I brought back. I paired the timeless elegance of a classic Waterford crystal glass with bold colors and dramatic lighting.

Taking a break from work and experiencing new locations, food, and drinks always re-energize me.
During my last holiday, I got to learn about and appreciate whisky.

Visiting a distillery gave me the opportunity to taste and compare the distinct grains used in crafting this golden spirit. Each sip told a story, enhanced by the aging process and the barrels that nurtured the whisky.

Returning home, I had an idea for a test shoot using a whisky bottle I brought back. I paired the timeless elegance of a classic Waterford crystal glass with bold colors and dramatic lighting.

Lattes, matcha, chai, oh my!
Client work for Highwire Coffee ☕️, capturing all beverages for web, app, and promotion.

Client work, new chocolate raspberry cake!

When VegNews reached out with an editorial project for the Best of Vegan issue, I was thrilled.
The task was to create four images, they were looking for bold, clean, and colorful.
Each image would be a hero on its own to showcase the idea of an awarded item.
This image, the vegan chicken sandwich, was also selected for the cover of the magazine.

When VegNews reached out with an editorial project for the Best of Vegan issue, I was thrilled.
The task was to create four images, they were looking for bold, clean, and colorful.
Each image would be a hero on its own to showcase the idea of an awarded item.
This image is for the Oat Milk and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups.

Sparkle and Dazzle! New work done for Peet’s Coffee. The fun part of shooting a brand-new drink is figuring out how it should look at the end.

On the day of the shoot, I worked closely with their development team and creative director. The goal was to capture layers of sparkle, flavor cues, and swirling coffee, and to top it off with a creamy cold foam.

I love the result, and these Sparkling Cold Brew drinks are as delicious as they look.