Pictured by Lucie

Pictured by Lucie Lucie Smeriglio, Hamilton NZ Photographer & Food Stylist. My love for photography began in my childhood in Provence, when I borrowed my parents' camera.

Food | Product | Lifestyle

I help businesses attract premium clients with yummy photography.

📍Hamilton based

Let’s grow your brand & tell your story 💌🔗👇 Kia Ora | Hello | Bonjour

As a commercial photographer, I focus on capturing images that make your brand stand out. Based in Hamilton, New Zealand, I’m available for remote work and travel to provide high-quality imagery for your business. Yea

rs of learning, mentorship, countless moments behind the lens, and industry feedback have helped me turn this passion into my dream job. With over twelve years of experience, I’ve refined my skills in lighting, editing, retouching, and food styling. I approach every project with creativity and a focus on delivering what matters most to your brand. Lucie 'Lemon’
I had the privilege of contributing to the talented team at My Food Bag for 3,5 years, working in one of NZ's top studios: "As one of the super-talented photographers behind our stunning food pics, Lucie ‘Lemon’ loves living out her passion everyday with the My Food Bag team. A visual storyteller at heart, she is passionate about showcasing food in the most appetising way possible. Lucie is an avid foodie too, with a love of Japanese food, 'especially sushi and sashimi with sweet soy sauce and lots of pickled ginger!'. When she’s not behind the camera, you’ll find Lucie on the dance floor doing Latin dancing and enjoying healthy food with the people she loves."
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If you want to join forces and bring your vision to life, don't hesitate to get in touch!

29/05/2026

Just a sample of the many potato dishes I’ve shot 😅

In honour of International Day of the Potato 🥔❤️



Recipe images for My Food Bag / Fresh Start / Bargain Box

29/05/2026

Box with all the essentials (tools, etc.)
Strobe light + remote
Strip soft box
Camera bag with 2x full frame cameras, 5 lenses, plethora of batteries, cleaning kit, speed light for backup…
Sand bags
LED Light
Backdrop stand and backdrop
Tripod and tripod head
Light stands

And yes, I buckled up my bag, I take my gear and my clients’ files safety very seriously 😁

A little re-introduction because there are quite a few new faces here lately 👋Hi, I’m Lucie, the photographer and creati...
26/05/2026

A little re-introduction because there are quite a few new faces here lately 👋

Hi, I’m Lucie, the photographer and creative behind Pictured by Lucie.

Originally from Provence in the South of France, my love for photography started when I borrowed my parents’ camera as a kid. Fast forward a "few" years (and a whole LOT of photos later), I’m now based in Hamilton, Waikato, specialising in food, product, brand, commercial and event photography across New Zealand and beyond. But I also love weddings and portraits (go follow my sister page !)

Over the past 10+ years, I’ve worked with magazines, food & drink companies, restaurants, brands, and agencies to create imagery that's polished but also feels real and builds trust. I spent 3.5 years photographing for My Food Bag, which definitely deepened my obsession with making food and products look as delicious as possible! I also learned a lot about food styling and prop styling along the way.

My style is all about honest moments, beautiful light, thoughtful details, and images that feel real.

Lately, I’ve also fallen back in love with film photography 🎞️ I'm now offering film as an add-on for your next sessions!!

So if you’re into good food, real imagery, behind-the-scenes moments, and creative chaos… welcome, you’re in the right place 🤍

A few random facts about me:
• Born on a Caribbean island 🇫🇷
• Canon and prime lens lover 📷
• Can't live without dance and music 💃🎶
• Obsessed with my 3 year old (and how good she is with food and speaking two languages 🤯)

Tell me, what's one thing we have in common? 👀
I'd love to get to know you more!



Thanks to Ruth for the pic at the where we worked on the same event at the 🙌

So grateful for 5-Star Reviews 🥰This delicious waffle dessert was photographed for 📍Hamilton, Waikato, NZ
17/05/2026

So grateful for 5-Star Reviews 🥰

This delicious waffle dessert was photographed for
📍Hamilton, Waikato, NZ

This is the one thing I learned as a product photographer... back when I started product photography at my first company...
15/05/2026

This is the one thing I learned as a product photographer...
back when I started product photography at my first company job in NZ ():

LESS is BEST.
And a clean product picture is worth a thousand overcomplicated shots.

Product Photography for

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Link in bio for enquiries 🤗

14/05/2026

Loved doing the Event Photography at the 🙌 Congrats to all 🥂

I just remembered I have not posted these to my feed yet! 🤗Working with natural light for this one, playing with the lig...
14/05/2026

I just remembered I have not posted these to my feed yet! 🤗
Working with natural light for this one, playing with the light and the shadows it creates, adding depth to the scene 🙌

Yummy Food Photography for
Cambridge, Waikato, NZ.

Got a new menu or need to refresh your visuals? Drop me a line (link in bio or directly flick me an email [email protected] and we''l make the magic happen!)

N & M’s unforgettable day at Te Karaka Lodge: amazing venue, cliffside adventures and ocean views. I loved photographing...
08/05/2026

N & M’s unforgettable day at Te Karaka Lodge: amazing venue, cliffside adventures and ocean views. I loved photographing every moment. Read the full story and see the gallery: https://wix.to/neXiDpm

A beautiful day capturing a French-kiwi wedding at Te Karaka Lodge, Port Waikato.Aaron (one of the managers) took us to the beach nearby and what an adventure that was! I enjoyed every second of it, the very bumpy “road” (well there wasn’t a road at all at the end towards the cliff!), discover...

Clean Food Photography for ✌️I just finished editing these pics and now I’m hungry 😋 If you need to refresh your menu v...
07/05/2026

Clean Food Photography for ✌️
I just finished editing these pics and now I’m hungry 😋

If you need to refresh your menu visuals, or have an upcoming new menu, check out my page and flick me a message!

🔗 http://luciesmeriglio.com/contact
📧 [email protected]


05/05/2026

Zero alcohol. Full flavour. And every can helps support mental health in NZ. Talking Stick Non-Alcoholic Ginger Beer is here for the good yarns, the catch-ups, and checking in with your mates. Available online now.

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