A woman with curly black hair holding a glass cup of tea or herbal infusion, smiling in a kitchen with dark wood cabinets.
A person sitting on a sofa using a laptop with a screen displaying "CREATIVE EDITING" and a picture of salads, holding a teal cup, with a coffee table nearby.

ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Dhivya Subramanian - a food photographer, video creator, and recipe developer based in Toronto. I run Maple Chutney, my home studio where I create cinematic food visuals and modern vegetarian recipes for brands in the food and beverage space.

Meet the Photographer

I’m Dhivya

I’ve lived in many places - across India, the Middle East, and now Canada - and that mix of cultures shapes the way I see and tell food stories. My work often draws on those influences, blending colour, texture, and emotion in a way that feels personal and familiar.

I first learnt photography during my master’s, and many years later, I picked up the camera again - this time to photograph for restaurants as a side hustle while working in my corporate job. What started as still photography soon evolved into a passion for motion - the sounds, textures, and rhythm of food that can’t be captured in a single frame.

A smiling woman with curly black hair is sitting on a couch, holding a glass of tea, and looking at the camera. There are white planters with green plants and flowers in the background.

Today, I work with food and beverage brands to create content that feels authentic, cinematic, and rooted in culture. I also teach other creators and bloggers how to craft cinematic food videos, helping them translate their love for food into visual stories that connect and inspire.

Skillet breakfast dish with eggs, tomatoes, bacon, and herbs, served in a metal skillet. Someone is scooping a portion with a fork.
A white candle labeled 'Self-Love' with rose and jasmine notes, surrounded by pink and purple flowers on a pink background.

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The image shows three bags of Nordic Seed Crisps with different flavors, a row of spice jars, a small jar of olives, and a set of gold-colored spoons on a pink surface against a pink and white tiled wall.

Work with me

If you’re drawn to food photography/video that captures texture, emotion, and story, I’d love to connect and see how we can work together.

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Portfolio

View a portfoliko of my most recent work with clients and brands!

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Three purple yogurt popsicles with blueberries on a white plate, with one person's hand holding a popsicle. There is a container of Manak Dahi yogurt in the background, along with an ice tray and some flowers.

Learn with me

Online Food Videography mentoring and in-person workshops.

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