Kenwood Vineyards Wine and Food Pairing Shoot
At Ford Media Lab, we're passionate about bringing stories to life through the art of visual narrative—but for our recent partnership with Kenwood Vineyards, we took that creativity to the next level. This spring, our studio embarked on a fresh challenge: showcasing a full menu of seasonal wine pairings and food concepts, using not only our expertise in cocktail and product photography but also innovative AI tools to guide everything from menu inspiration to planning the final shot.
Our clients at Kenwood embraced the future with us, leaning into a process that began with sommelier-backed, AI-driven recommendations for wine and recipe pairings suited to each season. From spring’s bright, herb-infused crostini and seared scallops, to bold summer tacos and flatbreads, and the comforting flavors of autumn’s risotto cakes and pan-seared pork, every pairing was crafted to echo both the personality of each wine and the time of year.
What sets this shoot apart is how seamlessly we blended technology with traditional craftsmanship. Each dish was first conceptualized using AI—helping us select ingredients, perfect pairings, and even develop recipe guides tailored for cooks of any skill level. Comp images generated by AI provided our team and client with realistic, fully styled previews—serving as invaluable references once we turned to our core specialty: capturing food and wine at its most irresistible.
The result? A striking gallery of images that not only tell the story of the season and the spirit of Kenwood Vineyards, but also demonstrate Ford Media Lab’s versatility. While our foundation lies in cocktail and product photography, we are uniquely positioned to deliver high-impact food and lifestyle content, powered by cutting-edge technology and an eye for what makes every meal memorable.
We’re grateful to forward-thinking partners like Kenwood who recognize the value of merging the best of photography tradition with the promise of the digital future. Scroll through the gallery below to see how true collaboration and an openness to new ideas can transform a vision from concept to reality—one beautiful image at a time.
Client: Kenwood Vineyards
Location: Ford Media Lab
Photographer: Kyle Ford
Art Direction and Set Styling: Rachel Ford
Food Styling: Marlene Forand
If you're looking for a creative partner who can bring your brand's vision to life with precision and innovation, Ford Media Lab is here to help. Let’s explore what we can create together—combining classic techniques with the next wave of creative tech.