We are proud to announce that James Patrick Photography has earned two honors at the 2026 AAF Phoenix American Advertising Awards, recognizing excellence in Phoenix commercial photography and advertising campaigns.
The ADDY Awards, presented by the American Advertising Federation, celebrate the highest level of creative work in the advertising industry. This year’s AAF Phoenix American Advertising Awards brought together top talent across the region, and we’re honored to have our work recognized among the best in Phoenix.
These awards reflect not just creative execution, but our commitment to helping brands stand out through strategic, high-impact imagery.
Award-Winning Phoenix Magazine Cover Photography
Award: Still Photography, Color
Project: Phoenix Magazine Cover
Photographer: James Patrick
Art Director: Mirelle Inglefield, Phoenix Magazine
This award-winning cover represents the kind of commercial photography work we’re known for: building images that don’t just look good, but are designed to lead campaigns.
While our studio is widely recognized for fitness, lifestyle, and branding photography, this project pushed into food photography for a major publication. The goal was not just to capture a dish, but to create a compelling visual that could anchor an entire editorial feature.
The result: a cover image selected from hundreds of submissions and now recognized with an ADDY Award.
“Never put an artist in a box… Out of dozens of contenders, he not only delivered, but he also landed the cover.”
— Mirelle Inglefield, Art Director, Phoenix Magazine
Award-Winning Product Photography Campaign in Phoenix
Award: Still Photography, Campaign
Project: HerbaVeda Product Campaign
Photographer: James Patrick
Agency: LUMEDIA Creative
This campaign highlights our approach to Phoenix product photography and commercial brand campaigns.
From concept through final delivery, the focus was on creating a seamless client experience while producing elevated, high-converting visuals for the brand. For this campaign, we went a step further by designing and building a custom mini terrarium in-studio at The Hive Studios in Phoenix, Arizona, allowing us to create a controlled, nature-driven environment that aligned perfectly with the product’s wellness positioning. This is where photography and brand strategy intersect, and where strong, intentional visuals translate into real business impact.
“James and his team made things really easy… I felt like I didn’t have to worry about anything.”
— Ivy McGlashan, HerbaVeda
What This Means for Brands in Phoenix
Winning ADDY Awards is an honor, but more importantly, it reinforces what we bring to our clients:
- Strategic commercial photography designed for marketing performance
- Campaign-level thinking, not just individual images
- A streamlined, professional production process
- A proven track record working with publications, brands, and agencies
Whether it’s a magazine cover, product launch, or full advertising campaign, our focus is on creating visuals that get chosen, get published, and get results.
Work With a Phoenix Commercial Photographer
If your brand is looking for Phoenix commercial photography or videography that stands out in a crowded market, we’d love to connect.
This recognition is just a snapshot of the work we do every day to help brands elevate their visual presence and drive growth.
