Description

Hi, I’m Thandie, a London-based commercial photographer, Creative Director, and founder of Franziska Studio.

Discover more at

My work is heavily inspired by the warmth of sun, light, and shadows that tell a story, utilising the elegance of editorial design. I create sun-drenched, aspirational imagery for premium lifestyle, fragrance, food, and drink brands, with a focus on visuals that feel refined, immersive, and commercially elevated. My signature approach centres on pure product storytelling. I love the challenge of allowing an object to speak for itself through beautiful composition, considered styling, and rich natural light.

Because I believe great design should feel seamless, I manage the full creative process from concept development and creative direction to production, set building, prop sourcing, styling, and retouching.

I work directly with brands to produce high-quality imagery for campaigns, lookbooks, editorial features, social content, and wider brand storytelling. My aim is always to build professional, collaborative relationships while helping brands elevate their visual identity through a modern, refined aesthetic.

If you are looking for a photographer to bring a professional, sun-drenched perspective to your next project, I’d love to connect and explore how we can elevate your brand’s visual presence.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

London (up to 50km)

Franziska Studio
Studio Production & Post-Production Lead
June 2025 - Today (1 year and 1 month)
London, United Kingdom
I provide a comprehensive, full-service production experience, focusing on high-level technical execution and meticulous post-production workflows to deliver polished, ready-to-use digital assets.

Key responsibilities include:

Technical Execution: Employing professional lighting techniques and complex studio setups to ensure consistent image quality across all deliverables.

Advanced Post-Production: Applying expert-level Lightroom editing and detailed retouching to refine imagery while maintaining a natural, high-end finish.
Asset Optimisation: Preparing and managing final files for various digital channels, ensuring they meet the precise technical requirements of commercial campaigns and social media platforms.

Quality Assurance: Maintaining strict creative standards throughout the editing process to ensure all imagery reflects the premium identity of the brand.
Franziska studio
Lifestyle & Commercial Creative Director
June 2025 - Today (1 year and 1 month)
London, United Kingdom
As a Creative Director, I partner with lifestyle brands to translate their core values into a cohesive and impactful visual narrative. I oversee the complete visual production process, ensuring every element is aligned with the brand's long-term marketing strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Brand Development: Collaborating with clients to define a unique visual identity that distinguishes them within their market sector.
Comprehensive Creative Direction: Managing the full arc of production, from initial concept and mood-board creation to final execution.
Integrated Visual Storytelling: Producing a seamless suite of imagery, including lifestyle, product, and campaign visuals, that functions across multiple digital platforms.

Project Management: Coordinating all phases of production to ensure project timelines, creative standards, and brand objectives are consistently met.
Franziska Studio
Food & Drink Content Specialist
AGRICULTURE
June 2025 - Today (1 year and 1 month)
London, United Kingdom
I specialise in producing captivating, sunlit food and drink photography for culinary and beverage brands. My work focuses on creating fresh, authentic visuals that drive engagement and enhance a brand's appetite appeal.

Key responsibilities include:

Culinary Art Direction: Designing bespoke sets and choosing props that complement the specific textures and tones of food and drink products.
Specialised Lighting: Utilising controlled lighting techniques to capture delicate details and ensure products appear fresh and inviting.

Brand-Aligned Content: Creating cohesive visual narratives tailored for social media, digital advertising, and campaign-style product photography.
Asset Preparation: Managing the full workflow from initial concept to final high-resolution retouching, ensuring all assets are perfectly prepared for digital use.