Yael Bonfis food, product and lifestyle photographer

Name: Yael Bonfis food, product and lifestyle photographer
Address: Hallandale Beach, FL, US
Telephone: +972546638335

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Yael Bonfis food, product and lifestyle photographer

Food, product & lifestyle photographer creating high-quality visuals for restaurants, food brands & consumer products. Based in Miami, FL.

I help brands tell their story and sell through intentional, modern imagery. Available for collaborations.

03/08/2026

So apparently today is International Women’s Day.

Honestly, I’m not even used to marking days like this. I grew up with the Israeli Jewish calendar, and we already have plenty of holidays and events to mark. Now that I’m in the diaspora, it feels like every opportunity becomes a reason to celebrate something… and sell something.

To be fair, I don’t have a problem with Women’s Day. But just so you know, in general I’m not a feminist.

I still think a man should pay on a date.
I still think a man should carry most of the financial responsibility at home.
And I sometimes joke that I hate the woman who first decided we all needed to work.

I don’t understand why everyone assumes every woman needs to be some kind of Wonder Woman who does absolutely everything and never collapses.

I would love to work because I want to, not because I have to. And that’s something the first wave of feminism kind of complicated for us.

When I work because I want to and not because I must, I’m emotionally much more available for myself, for my kids (okay fine, future kids), to organize my home the way I like, fold clothes with intention, cook and bake so there’s always good food around, and still have plenty of time and energy for projects that truly interest me and feel meaningful.

Not projects I take on because I’m stressed about generating income.

And I’m not wishing this life for myself in order to “oppress” the man in the house. I just never felt that equality meant men and women must perform the exact same role.

Also, I don’t need flowers for being strong, a warrior, a lioness. That kind of pressure just gives me pimples on my forehead.

Can we please just be calm, normal women?
All this expectation that we must be 100% at everything all the time is exhausting.

So today is Women’s Day and my message is simple:

Take a breath.
Say “f**k it.”
And just for today, try not to save the world.

Even if every feminist tells you that’s your job.

03/05/2026

My dream is to shoot a cookbook someday, but until then… I’ll just film for myself 🤞🥰
I’m not really friends with video, just like I’m not really friends with baking either 😅, but I figured we all need a little comfort during this challenging time, so obviously cookies… duh!

Here’s the recipe for double Chocolate almond cookies:
200g softened butter
100g brown sugar
50g white sugar
1 egg
1 tea spoon vanilla extract
240g all purpose flour
30g cocoa powder
1/2 tea spoon baking powder
1/4 tea spoon baking soda
80g white chocolate
60g dark chocolate
70g toasted almonds

•Whip the butter with the two sugars.
Once it starts to come together, add the vanilla and the egg.

•In a separate bowl, mix all the dry ingredients.

•When the mixture becomes light and fluffy, gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.

•Add the two types of chocolate and the almonds and mix.

•Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log. Wrap in plastic wrap.

•Transfer to the fridge and chill for about 1 to 1½ hours.

•Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).

•Slice each log into thin slices, but not too thin, otherwise they will be harder to remove whole.

•Place on a baking sheet, leaving more space between them than I did. Do not learn from me unless you are lazy 😅 In that case it is fine, you can always separate them later and it will not affect the taste.

•Bake for about 15 minutes.

•Let them cool completely so they become extra crispy and addictive.

01/19/2026

I’m having growing pains.
It’s been a long time since I felt them.
Since moving to the U.S, I haven’t really worked much.
You might think that means I went backwards. That nothing grew.
But from the moment I arrived, I was in a rush to move forward.
To buy gear.
To get ready fast.
To recreate the life I had in Israel as quickly as possible.
To work nonstop, like I always did.
My calendar back then was full. I was constantly busy.
But all that overload kept me in the same place.
There was no room to grow. Not as a person, and not as a business.
Every morning I gave everything I had.
My clients know that.
I gave everything I knew how to give.
But what about what I didn’t know yet?
Two months after the move, the gear is here, the guilt has faded, and a different kind of drive has taken over.
A cleaner one.
One that lets me work slowly and intentionally.
I don’t want the exhausting routine I had before.
I want to breathe.
I want to work slower, and more precisely.
I have growing pains.
But soon, they won’t hurt anymore.

01/01/2026

The art of gelato: dripping, swirling, serving. Loved every moment of it ❤️

12/17/2025

When a client comes to me for a shoot, my goal isn’t just to take photos.
It’s to use every tool I have to create a feeling.

Strong visual stories are built slowly.
Not every image in a gallery needs to stand on its own, but each one plays a role. When they come together, the story becomes clear.

People don’t like being advertised to. Yet brands have to invest in visuals to grow.

The art is creating content that doesn’t feel like an ad.
It’s about subtle moments, intentional choices, and atmosphere.

Perfectly sharp, centered product shots are safe.
And safe is forgettable.
The goal isn’t to sell.
It’s to make people feel.

11/30/2025

All you need is love ❤️ … and some products, some shadows, some textures. Welcome to my playground 🥹

11/27/2025

This is why being a food photographer is dangerous 🥲
People in the food industry get used to the food around them every day – but food photographers? We get exposed to everything, and the sweet stuff is the hardest to survive.
Why?
Because shooting desserts means capturing them straight out of the oven – fresh toppings, perfect textures, close-ups, emotions – and then you cut into the pastry to show what’s inside… and it’s game over for you 😬
And honestly, taking a bite helps you understand the pastry’s “personality,” so you know what to focus on to get the right feeling in the shot.
Tell me, how are we supposed to resist?! 🫠

11/20/2025

The past few weeks have been so intense and you can probably tell just by how rarely I’ve been posting 🥴
I moved to the U.S exactly two weeks ago, a relocation that Zohar and I have been working on for almost two years.
 I haven’t started working here yet (even though I’ve officially run out of excuses). I’m already settled in our apartment, ordered all the photography gear I need, and visited more supermarkets than I can count. The only place I haven’t been to yet is a plant shop... but Zohar insists that it’s not urgent 🙈

Right now I’m either in total euphoria or complete denial, treating myself as if I’m on a long vacation.

Anyone who knows me knows I’m a hard worker, almost to the very last second. I literally had a full shoot the day before my flight to the U.S 🫣 And yes, working and making a living is important... but I think I deserve just a little more of this calm, right? 🥹

Slowly, I’m saying goodbye to the intense year I’ve had and opening the door to an even more intense one - full of exciting new beginnings. A year worth raising a glass to.
So what’s more fitting than sharing photos I shot for Tura Winery to mark my first post from my new home?

Don’t worry about me- everything will unfold in its time. And trust me... things won’t be boring around here.
I have a feeling this coming year will be challenging and full of growth, and I haven’t felt these butterflies in a long time 🦋🦋🦋

10/21/2025

These are the kind of projects I love the most 🥰
Clients who send me their products and trust me completely.
I go through the products, their ingredients, and what they “say” to me. Then I go out to find the right props, backgrounds, and ingredients, and start creating. I build the frames, shoot, and edit. I’m fully involved in every step of the creative process.
It’s not for everyone, not every photographer has the aesthetic sense, styling skills, or patience this kind of work requires.
Luckily, I truly enjoy it. It’s like setting up a little date between me and the products that arrive at my studio.
Got beautiful products that deserve the right attention and consistent visual content?
Let’s talk 🥹 I’d love to create images for you from A to Z.

10/12/2025

Even when it comes to “basic” menu photos, there’s always room to stand out.
It’s about finding the balance - keeping the product honest and authentic, while weaving in the brand’s visual language in a smart, creative way.
Because great menu photos don’t just show the food - it tells the story behind it.

10/08/2025

When I was asked to shoot this project, I found out it was for natural capsules for women – meant to help with constipation. Not exactly the sexiest topic out there 🥲 but I’m always up for a creative challenge.

So, how do you photograph a brand like this? I started by thinking about the feeling – what it’s like when you take the capsule and how it makes you feel: lighter, calmer, more open, more refreshed.
That’s why I played with glass elements, floating vibes, and flowers– symbols of bloom, lightness, and joy.
 The brand itself is colorful and beautiful, so I went with soft feminine backgrounds and smooth gradients.

I’m moving to Miami in just a month, and I’d love to take part in more inspiring projects like this one 🌷 If you know any connections or have a brand that needs creative, thoughtful photography– DM me 🥹

09/16/2025

מישמש של כל מני סשנים במקום היפה בארץ- רמת הגולן ביקב המהמם של תל שיפון, כדי שנרגיש קצת אווירת חג בפיד שלי 🥹 תודה ל על ימים יפים וכלים יפים, על דובדבנים ועל תותים. תענוגות 👌🏻

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+972546638335

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http://Www.yaelbonfis.com/

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