Welcome to Maya Seaman Creative:

A one-woman content-creation operation in San Diego, CA providing flavor-focused food, drink, and product photography for bars, restaurants, and brands.

Services include:

  • On-site bar and restaurant photography.

  • In-studio food, drink, recipe, and product photography.

  • Content-driven solutions that expand visibility, increase engagement, boost sales, and deliver valuable outcomes for your business.

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Cocktail from Good Enough Cocktail Club, shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer
Negroni week at Encinitas' Herb & Sea restaurant. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer
Noosa barrel aged gin Negroni. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego liquor and cocktail photographer.
Dingle Distilling Negroni. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego liquor and cocktail photographer
Curry noodle at Same Same in Carlsbad, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
A martini at Misadventure Vodka. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
San Diego Distiller's Guide event. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
A zesty drink from Good Enough Cocktail Club in Little Italy San Diego. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Barrio Burger at Same Same in Carlsbad, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
A cocktail at Good Enough Cocktail Club in Little Italy San Diego. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Bartender lights a rosemary garnish on fire at Strongwater in Anaheim, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Cocktail photography at The Liquor Rooms. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Thai tea tiramisu from Same Same Carlsbad. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Guest photo at Same Same in Carlsbad, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Skirt steak at Same Same Carlsbad. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Banana caramel French toast at Same Same in Carlsbad, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Bartender takeover at Lobby Tiki Bar in Oceanside. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Thai wings at Same Same Carlsbad. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Flatbread from One Night Stand, a pop-up restaurant in Carlsbad, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Gin Ricky cocktail at Same Same in Carlsbad, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Meatballs and cucumbers at Same Same in Carlsbad, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Jäegermeister bone marrow luge at Same Same in Carlsbad, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Banana pudding and biscuits from Okay Then Grill and More. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Ramen at Rosewood in Oceanside. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Back bar during sunset at Herb & Sea in Encinitas, CA. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Dubai chocolate croissant from Relic Bakery. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego food and drink photographer.
Thick steak at the San Marcos Resort Food & Wine Festival. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Tea time treat at the Lafayette Hotel. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Root Beer Old Fashioned at Good Enough Cocktail Club in Little Italy San Diego. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
A Martini featuring Cazcanes tequila. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego cocktail photographer.
A spooky cocktail. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego cocktail photographer.
A quiet corner at Good Enough Cocktail Club in Little Italy. Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.
Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.

My Approach

As a San Diego food and beverage photographer with a background in travel editorial and lifestyle media, I create visually striking images for bars, restaurants, and brands that appeal to potential customers, tempting them with rich textures and mouthwatering details.

I love creating point-of-view scenes that evoke the genuine customer experience, engaging the senses using bold color, motion, and attention to craftsmanship.

I find that vibrant imagery mixed with authenticity helps persuade would-be patrons, especially those using social media, magazines, and online menus to help them decide where to dine, drink, and what to buy.

Whether it’s an onsite shoot or a studio job, I work collaboratively with my clients to provide content-driven solutions for their business’ unique market position and to meet their goals within it. I’m here to help your business shine and grab attention—are you ready for a glow up?

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Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego food and drink photographer.

Services

  • Upgrade your brand visuals with a customized studio shoot. I will style the scene to match your brand voice, preferred colors, mood, and composition. The only limit is your imagination.

  • Perfect for any service industry or hospitality brand looking to enhance their marketing content with imagery that captures their establishment’s energy and entices would-be customers.

  • Here, your product takes center stage, supported by elements that highlight its potential, demonstrate use cases, and amplify its desirability. Available in-studio or on location.

  • Need some glossy content to boost your social media presence? Or maybe some help with posting consistently? I’ve got you covered! Options include:

    • Planned shoots with a mix of styled visuals (dishes, drinks, staff, interior, etc.) for editorial and social media use.


    • Planned shoots plus full-scale social media management services like strategy, community engagement, scheduling, and caption writing.

  • Are you an editor or social media manager in need of imagery for an upcoming story?

    Are you a business owner and a magazine is writing an article about your spot, but they’re asking for a picture to go with it and all you’ve got is library of hazy cell phone pics?

    I can help! Based in San Diego, I am available for editorial shoots throughout Southern California.

  • Throwing an event? Tell me what to focus on and I’ll show up to photograph all the candid shenanigans, smiling faces, and sloshing drinks. Let me worry about capturing the moment so you can stay present in it.

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Stop…I’m blushing!

  • Maya has been there since day one: photographing my food, hyping me up, and helping shape my vision when it was still very much a mess. She was the first person who ever photographed my food, and honestly the first person who made me feel confident sharing it. Every shoot with her feels easy, creative, and fun. Forever grateful for her eye and her support.

    —Chef Mackenzie Elizabeth, San Diego personal chef

  • “Maya's 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 a game to the next level. She is a powerful communicator with skills and experience that transcended 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, Former Senior Editor at SagaCity Media

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Mike Mayaudon, owner of Same Same in Carlsbad Ca, looking exhausted (but in a funny way). Shot by Maya Seaman, San Diego bar and restaurant photographer.

You’ll love working with me, I swear!