Marie Bertiaux

Pro Type: Photographer

My name is Marie and I am a food and lifestyle photographer based in Los Angeles.

Born and raised in France, food has always been a part of my life. I grew up surrounded by people who cared about food and for whom food was a way to show they cared.

I have also been interested in photography for as long as I can remember. I was gifted my first camera at about 10 years old and since then I have contributed to a lot of our family albums. In 2017, I decided to take it seriously and joined the amazing photography program at Santa Monica College. I graduated from the program in 2021.

I have a thing for creating and capturing images with evocative light, simple compositions, and strong geometry. My photographs are polished yet relatable. They have a natural feel to them, documentary sometimes.

I am truly passionate about the issues surrounding food waste, food security, and sustainability in general. I am looking to collaborate with purpose-driven individuals and brands who share these values.

I work primarily in Southern California but also enjoy traveling in the US and abroad.

I love spending time by the ocean, being surrounded by greenery, and getting my hands dirty, whether in the kitchen, at the garden, or in the darkroom. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

***Awards & Exhibitions***
2021 APA Awards, Food / Still Life Category, Third Place
APA LA 2021 Off The Clock Competition and Exhibition - Curated by Rebecca Morse, Curator of The Wallis Annenberg Photography Department at LACMA
SMC Photo Department Spring 2021 Student Portfolio Exhibition - 10 images
SMC Photo Department 42nd Annual Juried Student Exhibition - 3 images
Award of Excellence from Josh Sanseri, Chair of the Santa Monica College Photography and Fashion Department, Spring 2018
SMC Photo Department 39th Annual Juried Student Exhibition, Pete and Susan Barrett Art Gallery and Drescher Hall Gallery, Santa Monica, California, April 17-28, 2018