Artisanal Pastry & Bakery Craft

Close-up macro photography of boiling raspberries with steam and bubbles, capturing the artisanal process of making fruit coulis for pastry arts by Stavros Kostakis
Close-up macro photography of boiling raspberries with steam and bubbles, capturing the artisanal process of making fruit coulis for pastry arts by Stavros Kostakis

From the raw energy of the laboratory to the refined textures of the final creation. A curated archive of professional pastry and bakery photography, featuring iconic collaborations with Papaspirou, Alfa Pastry, Fage, and legendary creators such as Argiro Barbarigou, Mina Apostolidi, Evita Papacharalampous, and more.

My work focuses on the "alchemy" of ingredients—capturing the honesty of traditional Greek doughs, the precision of fine chocolate, and the soulful process behind every artisanal bake.

Artisan festive pastry with almond flakes and pearl sugar, professional food photography by Stavros Kostakis
Photography for Mina Apostolidis Handmade Chocolate Lasures Brussels
Professional styling & food photography for Argiro Barbarigou featuring a fresh berry cheesecake on a white ceramic stand, styled with a rustic outdoor setting and natural sunlight.
Bright high-key food photography of colorful French macarons on a white textured background, highlighting the delicate crust and soft colors, by Stavros Kostakis.
Editorial food photography by Stavros Kostakis for Gourmet Magazine cover, featuring a premium caramel flan with almond topping on an elegant glass stand.
Advertising Photography for Papaspirou Bekery christamas chocolate trees
Professional food styling & food photography for Argiro Barbarigou, featuring traditional coconut macaroons (karydes) on a rustic burlap cloth, styled with vintage kitchenware for a warm, artisan feel.
Expressive, artistic culinary visual assignment by Stavros Kostakis for Mina Apostolidis, using high-contrast natural lighting to emphasize organic textures and authentic character, defining a luxe fine-art chocolate brand identity
Photography for Mina Apostolidis Handmade Chocolate Canape Brussels
Fine chocolate craftsmanship at Ipirotisa, Vouliagmeni. A dramatic studio capture of artisanal chocolate eggs, highlighting intricate textures and golden details. Photography by Stavros Kostakis.
Editorial patisserie photography for 'J'adore' featuring raspberry macarons on a vintage silver tray, focusing on summer delights and fine pastry branding.
Professional food photography of a glossy chocolate glazed cake with golden spoons on a wooden surface for Papaspirou Bakery, captured by Stavros Kostakis.
Editorial food photography for Giannis Baxevanis in Gourmet Eleftherotypia, featuring a traditional handmade spinach and feta pie (spanakotyropita) on a rustic wooden table.
Professional moody food photography of gourmet chocolate brownies on black slate and marble surfaces, captured by Stavros Kostakis.
Commercial food photography & styling by Stavros Kostakis for Mina Postolidi featuring handmade chocolates with gold and pink metallic accents and the brand's identity card on a textured surface.
Creative studio photography of a tall stack of whole wheat bread slices on a dark background, highlighting texture and bakery craft by Stavros Kostakis.
Photography for Mina Apostolidis Handmade Chocolate Lolypops Brussels
Commercial styling & food photography for Papaspirou Bakery of a traditional handmade Panettone on a rustic wooden background, featuring pearl sugar topping and a detailed view of its airy, artisan texture.
Professional styling & pastry photography for Evita Papacharalampous featuring a premium chocolate roll with gold flakes and white pearl sugar, presented on a bright, minimalist surface for high-end patisserie branding.
Professional food photography of chocolate cupcakes for Evita Papacharalampous cookbook by Attica Publications, styled and shot by Stavros Kostakis.
A symphony of chocolate and elegance. This editorial shot for Nikolas Koulepis Patisserie in Brussels showcases a premium chocolate entremet in a sophisticated setting. Stavros Kostakis uses natural, moody lighting and vintage elements to highlight t
Professional food photography of a chilled red fruit soup dessert in a glass bowl, captured in natural sunlight by Stavros Kostakis.
Handmade traditional cookies on woven basket, artisan gastronomy photography by Stavros Kostakis
Traditional Greek Zagoritiki Aleuropita (flour pie) with feta cheese and sesame seeds, editorial food photography for Argiro Barbarigou and Alfa Pastry by Stavros Kostakis.
Advertising Photography for Papaspirou Bekery | Cherry cheese cake Stavros Kostakis
Stavros Kostakis styling & pastry Photography for Mina Apostolidis Handmade Chocolate Brussels
Professional food styling & food photography for Argiro Barbarigou featuring handmade cheese breadsticks (kritinia) on a dark rustic wooden surface, highlighting artisan texture and gourmet bakery branding.
Professional pastry photography by Stavros Kostakis of artisanal lemon curd tartlets on a rustic linen napkin with a vintage fork, highlighting the smooth texture and golden crust.
Black and white action shot of a baker dusting flour over bread dough, artisan gastronomy photography by Stavros Kostakis
Editorial food photography of handmade chocolate leaves and pralines for Papaspirou confectionery, set on a rustic wooden background with vintage plating, by Stavros Kostakis.
Commercial photography for Papaspirou Bakery featuring artisan almond biscotti on a wooden serving board photography Stavros Kostakis
Professional pastry photography of chocolate mousse domes with caramel and walnuts on a wooden tray, captured by Stavros Kostakis. Editorial food styling and high-end confectionery lighting.
Overhead editorial shot of a chocolate walnut tart on a rustic setup, highlighting food styling and artisanal baking ingredients.
Handheld artisan ice cream cone with pistachio, chocolate, and cream scoops against a dark background, professional studio lighting by Stavros Kostakis.
Editorial food photography for Gourmet magazine, featuring chocolate fondant with whole poached pears in silver molds, styled with rustic stones on a weathered wooden surface.
Editorial food photography for Argiro Barbarigou, featuring a rustic handmade spinach bread on a dark wooden surface, highlighting the artisan texture and fresh ingredients.
Professional food photography of a gourmet strawberry éclair with fresh berries and cream by Nikolas Koulepis Patisserie in Brussels, captured by Stavros Kostakis.
Artisanal chocolate biscuits filled with cream and dusted with cocoa powder, professional confectionery photography for bakery branding.
Macro photography of a gourmet strawberry pastry with fresh cream and fruit coulis, capturing rich textures and vibrant colors.
Professional food styling and photography of artisanal savory tarts on a rustic wooden surface for Argiro Barbarigou, by Stavros Kostakis.
Commercial food photography & styling for Fresh Patisserie Valentine day Heart cake
Expressionist food photography assignment, showcasing raw metadata textures, captured by Stavros Kostakis for Mina Apostolidis branding.
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