Film photography is a constant in my work. I carry a film camera with me almost everywhere, capturing moments as they naturally unfold. I offer film as an optional add-on to any shoot, or as a standalone service for projects that
call for a more tactile, timeless feel.

If you have something in mind film-led or otherwise I’d love to hear about it.
Get in touch: hello@maxcatomason.com

Group of chefs in white uniforms and tall chef hats, some holding flags, standing on stage with medals around their necks, celebrating at an event.
A group of professional chefs preparing food at a culinary competition or event, wearing white uniforms and tall chef hats, working at a stainless steel counter in a large, well-lit space.
Chefs working at a culinary competition station with various equipment and ingredients, with a crowd of spectators in the background.

BOCUSE d’or Lyon 2025

A chef wearing a white uniform and tall chef hat, with a British flag pin, is preparing meat on a red cutting board in a professional kitchen. Several other chefs are working in the background, and there is a black convection oven with the brand name 'CONVOTHERM' in front of him.
Chef in white uniform and hat working at a table with multiple plates of sliced black fish and red garnishes, while three individuals in white uniforms observe.
Black and white photo of a busy restaurant kitchen with chefs preparing food, seen through a window.
A young man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a white button-down shirt, is standing in a restaurant or cafe. He appears to be preparing or serving food, with a focused expression on his face. In the background, there are other people, including a woman in a sleeveless top, and items like plates and kitchen equipment are visible.
A man in a kitchen wearing a white chef's coat, making an obscene gesture with his middle finger raised.

Liam vs Ricki Weston

People wearing white lab coats and protective gloves working with papers, documents, and charts on a desk in a laboratory or office setting.
Black and white photo of three men in formal attire, possibly in a professional or social setting, with one man in the center facing towards the camera and the other two men on either side facing slightly away from the camera.
A chef in a white uniform and a man in a blue sweater having a conversation at a restaurant table with glasses of white wine. The setting is cozy with natural light, decorative wall art, and large windows.
Two people, a woman and a man, are preparing food in a cozy kitchen with wooden accents. The woman has dark hair tied up and is wearing a denim shirt, while the man has gray hair and is wearing a white shirt. They are working at a counter with various cooking ingredients and utensils, and wine bottles are displayed on shelves in the background. Sunlight is coming through the window, creating a warm atmosphere.
A group of four people in a restaurant or cafe setting, engaged in a conversation. One person is using a smartphone, a woman on the right is smiling, and a man is recording or preparing to record with a professional video camera. There is a decorative wall with honeycomb-shaped shelves behind them.

Adam Byatt - Jesse burgess

Person preparing batter with hands in a mixing bowl on a kitchen counter, surrounded by recipe paper and baking ingredients.
Two men engaging in a conversation inside a cozy cafe, one wearing a blue sweater and the other with gray hair. There are large windows with natural light, and a small vase with flowers on the windowsill.
View of an empty American Express Stadium with two fans in the foreground, looking towards the field and a referee at midfield.
A group of people gathered on a sports field inside a large stadium with blue seating and a curved roof. The stadium is named 'EXPRESS STADIUM' with seating behind them.
A man crouching on a blue sports arena floor, holding a remote control drone, with blue stadium seats and a large team logo sign in the background.

Brighton & Hove Albion

The image shows a stadium or arena with a modern design, featuring a curved roof and lattice structure. There are overcast skies above, and trees and people walking in the foreground.
Workers preparing the field at American Express Stadium with equipment and scaffolding on the pitch for an event or maintenance, with seating and banners visible in the background.
A man with a bandana on his head, smiling while holding an electric guitar, sitting in a dimly lit room with musical equipment around him.
A person with curly hair wearing a beaded necklace, recording vocals in a music studio with a microphone, illuminated by pink lighting.
A man with curly hair and tattoos singing into a microphone in a music studio, wearing headphones and playing a keyboard, with colorful psychedelic wall art and musical equipment around.

Spin class Ep studio session

A person with long curly hair wearing a bandana, playing an electric guitar in a warmly lit room with large speakers in the background.
A DJ wearing black sunglasses and a black sleeveless shirt with music icons, is adjusting sound equipment in a room decorated with colorful, intricate mandala tapestry. The room is lit with teal and dim yellow lighting.
Chef with platinum hair in a restaurant kitchen, standing with arms crossed, wearing a white chef's coat and blue apron, in front of a busy kitchen with other chefs working.
People in chef attire working in a professional kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a sign that says 'OBSESSION.'
Two chefs working in a busy kitchen, focused on a flaming dish.

obsession 2024

People preparing and plating gourmet dishes in a professional kitchen.
Kitchen scene with three chefs in white uniforms and aprons working behind a stainless steel counter, with overhead lighting and kitchen equipment.
A scene in a restaurant kitchen showing two chefs preparing food, with a man in a blue shirt and a woman in a white shirt. The kitchen has stainless steel equipment, shelves, and cooking supplies. Warm lighting includes hanging light bulbs and recessed ceiling lights.
A tabletop scene with two small brass measuring cups on a wooden holder, a white plate with a circular design, small black objects in a white bowl, a white squeeze bottle, and skewers with brass-colored balls, set on a dark table in a restaurant or kitchen environment.
People preparing food outdoors on a gravel area with various vegetables, corn on the cob, bread, and condiments on tables and grills, with boats and a beach in the background.

Paul ainsworth - TrueFoods

Man sitting on a beige armchair in a hotel room holding a phone, with luggage and packed bags around him, decorated with beige textured wall art and sculptures.
Various fresh vegetables and ingredients laid out on a grill and nearby plates, including cherry tomatoes, cubed cheese, diced ham, potatoes, green beans, lettuce, and herbs, with a grilling grate to the right.
Three golden seated Buddha statues inside a room, viewed through a doorway with ornate gold decorations on the walls and surrounding objects.
Traditional Thai temple with ornate, golden detailing, red and green tiled roof, stone lion statues, and manicured plants in pots, under a cloudy sky.
A large reclining golden Buddha statue inside a decorated temple, with ornate paintings and decorations on the walls.

WAt pho - Bangkok

Ornate rooftop of a traditional Thai temple with golden decorative elements and a red structure, against a blue sky.
Multiple gold Buddha statues lined up under a red and gold decorated roof, viewed from the side.
Blurred image of people riding bicycles in a city street, with a person in the foreground holding a dog and another person wearing glasses and a maroon shirt.
Ancient stone ruins with four large columns supporting a horizontal stone entablature, set against a clear sky.
A group of cyclists racing on a city street, with spectators watching from the sidewalk and taking photos.

GIRO D’ITALIA

People walking and cycling in front of the Roman Colosseum in Rome, Italy, with barriers and Italian flags along the street.
Bicycle race with multiple cyclists riding on a street in Italy, with spectators watching from the sidewalk and a sign with the word 'ITALY' on the fence.
Three men at a social gathering outdoors, one holding a glass of red wine, wearing stylish clothing and accessories, with a background of green foliage.
A woman with curly blonde hair wearing a red hat with a black band, a black sheer lace top, red beaded jewelry, and red pants, sitting by a mirror. She is holding a glass of beer and smiling.
A woman dressed in an elegant purple, glittering, beaded gown with many layers of jewelry, including pearl necklaces and a gem bracelet, wearing a pink feather boa and purple gloves, holds a glass of drink. Her hair is adorned with a bead headband and feathers. She stands indoors near glass doors with trees visible outside and purple flowers hanging above.

Murder Mystery

Two people dressed in costume, a woman dressed as a maid with fishnet stockings and a man in a tuxedo with fake mustache, standing in a room with a wooden corner cabinet and decorated with candles and a mural of a forest scene.
A woman sitting on an orange couch, wearing a dark green dress with a zipper, a patterned headscarf, and jewelry, holding a glass of drink, surrounded by green plants in the background.