Zuzanna Helak

Zuzanna

Helak

Warsaw

🇵🇱 Poland

Ranking

Member

3 awards left until the Senior Member

6th place in Poland

With us

7 months

Studio Name

Fotokulinarna

I am a professional food photographer and stylist helping restaurants and food brands tell their delicious stories. I offer a complete creative package, combining professional photography with food styling and original recipe development.

My work is recognized internationally for its quality and attention to detail. I am proud to be the 1st Place Winner of the TPA International Photo Awards (Dessert Photography category). Whether working on a commercial campaign or an editorial feature, my goal is to create images that not only look beautiful but also evoke taste and emotion.

Winning photos

Capturing the essence of a sun-drenched summer afternoon. The bright, luscious red of the strawberries beautifully contrasts with the crisp, golden pastry and the cool, minimalist stone background. It’s an intimate glimpse into a sweet moment, frozen in time just as the first slice is shared.

127th Collection

A poetic breakfast scene bathed in dramatic, dancing shadows and crisp morning light. This composition explores the delicate textures of creamy yogurt, crunchy granola, and the deep, rich tones of blackberries and currants. The addition of vibrant edible blossoms elevates a simple morning routine into a painterly, sensory experience.

127th Collection

Winter jewel salad. Celebrating the vibrant beauty of winter citrus. The precise arrangement of crimson blood oranges, dark beluga lentils, and fresh greens turns a simple salad into a stunning, edible mosaic.

124th Collection

A moody, painterly composition reminiscent of classical Dutch still life. Deep, ruby reds of ripe tomatoes and wine emerge from the dramatic shadows, celebrating the raw, tactile beauty of a rustic harvest.

124th Collection

The taste of spring. Capturing the essence of the season through vibrant color and soft light. Fresh pea soup framed by cherry blossoms, evoking a sense of purity and new beginnings.

124th Collection

This shot explores the moody side of autumn food photography. I focused on a monochromatic palette of burgundies and purples to create a rich, atmospheric scene. The star of the show is this vibrant salad featuring roasted beets, fresh figs, and berries.

123rd Collection

I transformed humble roots into a vibrant edible mosaic, shaving them into floral ribbons to contrast with the dark, rustic wood. The moody natural light highlights the autumn jewel tones, evoking a deep sense of seasonal warmth and comfort. Capturing the precise moment of the first cut adds a human element, bridging the gap between visual art and a shared meal.

121st Collection