Maya Seaman, San Diego-based food and beverage photographer and writer.

Maya Seaman Creative is a one-woman content-creation operation based in San Diego, CA providing food, beverage, and product photography that makes your business stand out.

With over 10 years of experience in the tourism-magazine industry, my work goes beyond showcasing a dish or drink—it tells a story and entices would-be consumers. I specialize in creating tantalizing point-of-view scenes that puts your product within a customer’s reach, teasing them with rich textures, bold colors, mouthwatering details, and authentic ambiance.

These elements are key when advertising in a tourist-heavy city like San Diego. To win visitors and guests, I take photos that highlight your business’ personality in a way that ignites the imagination, reflects your unique energy and style, and maybe sparks a touch of FOMO…

For off-site work, I maintain a small photo studio in my home for product photography, food and cocktail recipe recreation, and editorial imagery. Please check out some of my work below, and feel free to reach out with any questions!

Welcome to
Maya Seaman Creative

Photography & Content Creation Services

  • Food & Beverage Photography

    I specialize in food and beverage photography with a focus on cocktails, restaurants, and liquor brands. I’m available to shoot:

    • Commercial product imagery
    • Editorial pieces
    • Social media content
    • On-site bar and restaurant sessions
    • Products and recipes shot in-studio
    • Industry events
    • Sponsored content

    Home studio & on-site availability
    Available for commercial and editorial work

  • Editorial & Commercial Writing

    I have a Masters in Writing and 10 years of professional experience as a magazine writer, editor, copywriter, and social media content marketer. I am available to write and edit:

    • Magazine articles
    • Blog posts
    • Commercial copywriting and advertorial stories
    • Social media content
    • Interviews and profiles
    • Short video scripts
    • Educational presentations

Spotlight on: Rosewood Kitchen

A selection of my recent work for Rosewood Kitchen, a ramen and Japanese comfort food restaurant in the heart of downtown Oceanside featuring live music seven days a week.

Stop…I’m blushing!

  • “Maya is one of the most detailed-oriented writers I have ever worked with. She fully immerses herself in a project or process, resulting in consistently stellar work. Maya is also incredibly efficient—huge project with a looming deadline? No worries, Maya will you get you something well before you asked for it. And if it's not perfect, she's not finished.”

    —Sara Fantl, Director of Editing and Strategy at Nike

  • “Maya's dedication and strong mix of creative and analytical mindsets, coupled with a playful disposition and engaging personality, was exactly the influence my team needed to take our marketing and management game to the next level. She is a powerful writer, communicator, and organizer, with skills and experience that transcend role she held as social media manager for my annual conference, Tiki Kon.

    —Greg Clapp, Sandy Bottom Productions

  • “Maya is a sharp mind. I’ve worked with her for ten years and have always been glad to have her on board for a project. A talented storyteller and creative thinker, Maya also exudes a calm demeanor that’s ideal for juggling client demands, tight deadlines, and a commitment to great work. In short: you’re in good hands.

    —Brian Barker, Senior Copywriter at Kaiser Permanente NW

Bartender at Herb & Sea restaurant pours a Negroni from a mixing glass into an old fashioned glass.

Let’s work together

You’ll love working with me, I swear!