About
Rob Andrew, San Diego commercial photographer
Food, product, headshot and editorial portrait photography since 2013. Studio in Vista, working across San Diego County and beyond.
Why I do this
Good photography is so often a confluence of human connection and visual spark. Getting to know my subjects has been a privilege granted by my camera, a backstage pass into new worlds for which I am deeply grateful. The purpose and personality of the subject should show in the photographs. For this reason, I am interested in knowing my clients and their products thoroughly and helping them achieve an authentic portrait, a beautifully crafted product shot, or lifestyle image with impact and verve.
As a photographer who loves comedy, getting to know new people, and sustaining an active lifestyle, you’ll find me rolling on the ground or climbing ladders to achieve just the right perspective while coaching my client or model into the desired expression. Whether it’s only you and I in the studio or local park, or an entire team of creatives on set with makeup, lights, wardrobe and crew, the simple human communication and connection remain the most critical components.
Having taught both music and photography, I am also passionate about sharing my knowledge and soaking up more along the way. When I’m not shooting, I love snowboarding, tennis, backpacking, playing guitar, and hanging out in beautiful San Diego.
At a glance
Photographing San Diego since 2013
More than a decade of commercial work for brands, agencies, magazines and restaurants, from single headshots to multi-day productions with full crews.
Magazine restaurant features
Restaurant and food photography for Westways, AAA’s Southern California member magazine, since 2013. Also published in WebMD Magazine, Woman’s World, First for Women and Edible San Diego.
Brand and product work
Product photography for HP, including the zero-gravity printer HP built for the International Space Station, plus Razer, John Deere, Bionano Genomics and Gordon Rush.
Portraits and headshots
Portraits of San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, political candidates, news anchors and chefs, and team headshots for companies like JMI Equity, CBRE and LPL Financial.
Teacher and ASMP member
Instructor of The Basics of Commercial Food Photography on Photigy, and a member of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP).
A full working studio
A 1,200 square foot studio in Vista with a 19 foot white cyclorama, a working kitchen for food styling and a client lounge. Five star rated on Google.
What I photograph
Most of my work falls into five areas. Each page shows recent work and how a shoot runs.
- Food and beverageMenus, cocktails, chefs and dining rooms for restaurants, breweries and food brands.
- ProductE-commerce, advertising and packaging photography, on white or styled.
- Corporate headshotsExecutives, professionals and whole teams, in the studio or at your office.
- Editorial portraitsMagazine and brand portraits with character.
- LifestylePeople using products in real settings, with models, stylists and San Diego locations.
- Lighting tutorialsHow I light beer bottles, glass, knives and white backgrounds, step by step.
Let’s talk about your next shoot
Contact me to ask about your next photo shoot, I’d love to hear from you! Call or text (760) 920-6380 or email robandrewphoto@gmail.com.