Brett Stevens Photography

08/04/2026

30/03/2026

Gourmet Traveller’s food editor, Maxwell Adey, comes from a family that’s rich in culinary talent. For this feature, he celebrates that heritage by collaborating with his aunt, Cynthia Adey, a former chef who herself once held the role of food editor at GT. “I love plums for their beautiful colours, abundant varieties and their versatility in both sweet and savoury dishes,” says Cynthia. “Their special affinity with spices and nuts is really highlighted in these recipes.”

Golf claps to all the folks in black at the back of the pack...

Client -
Creative Director -
Art Director - Sam Yates
Food Director -
Recipes - ,
Uber Food + Prop Stylist -
Photo Chef -
Photography + Post -
Studio -

18/03/2026

Would you like shoot some flying Chicken Nuggets covered in rich Garlic Butter Sauce and smashing into more Garlic Butter Sauce they asked?

Bring it on!

This 'Get Saucy' campaign shoot had it all, a relatively 'simple' brief but super technical elements with high speed flash, laser triggers, motion sensors, timing beams, tweezers and scalpels! The brains trust was busy....

Huge thanks to the photo chef team for sorting through many many kilograms of chicken nuggets to find our halo nugget!

As always mega efforts from all of the team on and off set....

Client ,
Agency
Creative Director
Senior Account Manager Claire Bragg
Head of Production

Food Stylist
Photo Chef
Photo chef @ angel barthow
Prop/Set Stylist
First Assist/ Digi Tech -
Second Assist
Production Assistant .stevenss

Shot at .syd
Cooling solutions
Kitchen Hardware

16/03/2026

Can you want to shoot some flying Chicken Tenders smothered in Franks Hot Sauce and smashing into more they asked?

Sounds cool!

This 'Get Saucy' campaign shoot had it all, a relatively 'simple' brief but super technical elements with high speed flash, laser triggers, motion sensors, timing beams, tweezers and scalpels! The brains trust was busy....

Huge thanks to the photo chef team for sorting through many many kilograms of chicken to find our halo tender!

As always mega efforts from all of the team on and off set....

Client ,
Agency
Creative Director
Senior Account Manager Claire Bragg
Head of Production

Food Stylist
Photo Chef
Photo chef @ angel barthow
Prop/Set Stylist
First Assist/ Digi Tech -
Second Assist
Production Assistant .stevenss

Shot at .syd
Cooling solutions
Kitchen Hardware

14/03/2026

Do you want to shoot some flying Chicken Wings smothered in BBQ Sauce and smashing into more BBQ Sauce they asked?

Hell yeah!

This 'Get Saucy' campaign shoot had it all, a relatively 'simple' brief but super technical elements with high speed flash, laser triggers, motion sensors, timing beams, tweezers and scalpels! The brains trust was busy....

Huge thanks to the photo chef team for sorting through many many kilograms of chicken to find our halo wing!

As always mega efforts from all of the team on and off set....

Client ,
Agency
Creative Director
Account Manager Clair Bragg
Head of Production

Food Stylist
Photo Chef
Photo chef @ angel barthow
Prop/Set Stylist
First Assist/ Digi Tech -
Second Assist
Production Assistant .stevenss

Shot at .syd
Cooling solutions
Kitchen Hardware

04/03/2026

TIMOR LESTE 2006 - 2026

Two decades have passed since I visited Timor Leste for

A journey that went from the capital Dili, on the edge of the Timor sea and up, deep into the mountains of Maubisse & Turiscai. We went in search of coffee but found so much more - a culture of quiet calm, a people of strength and a country of absolute beauty.

Heartfelt thanks go out to the man himself Toby Smith .l_.smith , Joey Goodwin , and our resident food critic at the time Matthew Evans
for the humbling experience.

It was a country in it's infancy occupied by a defiant, proud and resilient nation of people who after colonisation by the Portuguese 400 years ago, then a brutal Indonesian occupation that lasted a quarter of a century, announced themselves independent in 2000, and, were finally declared an independent sovereign state on May 20, 2002 - The first of the 21st century.

03/03/2026

TIMOR LESTE 2006 - 2026

20 years have passed since I visited Timor Leste for

A journey that went from the capital Dili, on the edge of the Timor sea and up, deep into the mountains of Maubisse & Turiscai. We went in search of coffee but found so much more - a culture of quiet calm, a people of strength and a country of absolute beauty.

Heartfelt thanks go out to the man himself Toby Smith .l_.smith , Joey Goodwin , and our resident food critic at the time Matthew Evans for the humbling experience.

A defiant, proud and resilient nation of people who after colonisation by the Portuguese 400 years ago, then a brutal Indonesian occupation that lasted a quarter of a century, announced themselves independent in 2000, and, were finally declared an independent sovereign state on May 20, 2002 - The first of the 21st century.

14/02/2026

'Like Jesus to a Child'

A menacing black crow watches over mother and child.

New Personal Series 'Gallarija'

This project highlights a defining feature of Malta’s historic streets: the traditional enclosed wooden balcony that is central to Maltese architecture. Emerging in the 17th century, these balconies are predominantly found in Valletta, Sliema and Mdina.

These colourful, glass-fronted structures offer privacy, filter light and air, and allow residents to quietly observe life unfolding on the narrow streets below. The gallarija serves as a reflection of craftsmanship, status, and enduring cultural identity.

In this series, I explore these structures in a modern context while paying homage to the past, particularly fascinated by the storefronts below, many of which have long shut their doors and are devoid of shoppers.

To view the full series of Work click the link in the bio.

12/02/2026

'Paul Sultana' Elegance & Style

New Personal Series 'Gallarija'

This project highlights a defining feature of Malta’s historic streets: the traditional enclosed wooden balcony that is central to Maltese architecture. Emerging in the 17th century, these balconies are predominantly found in Valletta, Sliema and Mdina.

These colourful, glass-fronted structures offer privacy, filter light and air, and allow residents to quietly observe life unfolding on the narrow streets below. The gallarija serves as a reflection of craftsmanship, status, and enduring cultural identity.

In this series, I explore these structures in a modern context while paying homage to the past, particularly fascinated by the storefronts below, many of which have long shut their doors and are devoid of shoppers.

To view the full Work follow the link in the bio

04/12/2025

The team at are on a roll with Christmas treats - sweet, savoury and all things in between.

These 'Chewy Chocolate & Pistachio Cookies' hit the spot as gifts or a quick shot of rich chocolate.

Of course props to the team in black at the back of the pack....

Creative Director -
Art Director -
Food Director - .lucy22
Recipes - .lucy22
PhotoChef -
Food +Prop Stylist -
Photographer + Post Production -
Studio -

Legends in the wings......
Canon -
Broncolor -
Manfrotto -
Avenger -
Area 51 -
Logitech -
Wacom -

04/12/2025

NEW. WORK. Here Comes Summer Issue
.....Normal transmission has resumed

Gourmet Traveller November Issue 2025

'Spring Greens Lasagne Senza Cottura with Burrata & Basil'

See the November 2025 issue of for the full feature and recipes.

Golf claps to all the folks in black at the back of the pack...

Client -
Creative Director -
Art Director - Sam Yates
Food Director -
Recipes -
Cover Food + Prop Styling -
Photo Chef - Catie McGrath
Photography + Post -
Studio -

Legends in the wings......
Fujifilm -
Canon -
Broncolor -
Manfrotto -
Avenger -
Area 51 -
Logitech -
Wacom -

04/11/2025

NEW. WORK. The 'International ' Issue

Gourmet Traveller October Issue 2025

'Déjeuner en Provence'

Traditional Provençal dishes provide the perfect menu for a springtime feast. From a pretty vegetable tart to a boozy braised duck and a herb-crusted lamb rack... bon appétit!

The folks in black at the back of the pack...

Client -
Creative Director -
Art Director - Sam Yates
Food Director -
Recipes -
Prop Styling -
Photo Chef - .oneill
Photography + Post -
Studio -

Legends in the wings......
Fujifilm -
Canon -
Broncolor -
Manfrotto -
Avenger -
Area 51 -
Logitech -
Wacom -