Kate Scott

I love creating small worlds through food scenes, and cocktails are probably my favorite to work with. A beautifully made cocktail is not complete without elegant glassware, and where you enjoy it just tops off the experience. I so enjoy the process of recreating the perfect setting for this kind of experience.

It was a lot of fun pulling together the props for this shot. The concept started with the cherries, the gin bottle, and the cocktail items. It was only at the last minute when I knew I needed a bit more contrast than I remembered I had these beautiful playing cards. I brought them back from Europe when I was there as a teenager 25 years ago, and I don't even remember any games! But they were the perfect pop, and I'm glad they've found a use after all these years!

I've been wanting to shoot with this fantastic Teku beer glass for some time. These are great for drinking beer from, but when it came to capturing it, it seemed too elegant for a boozy beer shot! And I saw it would project a gorgeous shape on the wall.

Rainy afternoons and tea with biscuits is the most perfect match. I'm working with shadows and backlighting here to bring out the texture and detail of the subjects.

The Smoky Negroni. When a smoky cocktail arrives before you, you've only got a moment to catch the smoke before it dissipates, but the beautiful smoky aroma and flavor lingers. Such a beautiful way to add some drama.

Local Jewfish Fillet poached in creamy Mussel and Saffron Broth with Braised Leeks, Peas, and Potato. Yes, I captured this photo, but I can’t take full credit for this image. My partner and I own and run a small fine dining restaurant @theloftlismore. We would never have taken this venture on without our incredibly talented head chef and friend Richard Kerr @nimbinchef His skills are off the charts - he’s earned our restaurant a Chefs' Hat for two consecutive years ( Michelin equivalent) and helped put our little country town on the map. For me personally, it’s because is his works of art on a plate that I felt compelled to his food justice with my camera.

Blood orange has the most incredible bold color. Their striking color palette really held the strong light and shapes in this scene. They have such a brief fruiting season, so when I saw them this year I knew I had to capture them immediately or wait again until next year!