MICHAEL MAES

Michael Maes is a premier food and beverage director and photographer with clients spanning the globe. His stunning imagery helps brand and market many companies including McDonald’s, Kraft, Coke, SAB, Miller, Kellogg’s, Bojangles’, and Denny’s, to name a few. Michael’s love of food, travel, and culture influence his ability to identify the appeal of every subject. With over 15 years’ experience with creative problem solving, he relishes the unique challenges in every shoot and enjoys going above and beyond for his clients. Michael considers himself lucky to be employed doing something he loves, while also constantly meeting new people and experiencing new things.

KNOWN FOR: Food, Liquids, Pours, Splashes, Product, & Still Life

CLIENTS: Denny's, FoodSaver, Instant Pot, Coca-cola, Bertolli, McDonald's, Ore-Ida, Panera Bread, SAB, Kellogg's, Del Taco, Blue Bunny, Reynolds, McCormick, Boursin, Aldi, Oscar Meyer, Wingstop, Woodford Reserve, Corona, Smart Ones, MillerCoors, FoodSaver and more... 

AWARDS: -2024 Applied Arts Media Awards, -2023 Applied Arts Media Awards, -2023 Tabletop Director's Showcase 2022 Archive's 200 Best 2022 APA Best of Show -2021 BEST AD PHOTOGRAPHER archives 200, -2016 BEST AD PHOTOGRAPHER Archive’s 200, -2012 HONORABLE MENTION International Photography Awards “Sweets”, -2012 HONORABLE MENTION International Photography Awards “Still Life”, -2012 HONORABLE MENTION International Photography Awards “Mexico”