Esther M. Choi is a Toronto-born artist whose still life photography merges conceptual depth with visual precision. With a background in photography and architectural history/theory, her work spans fine art, editorial, and commercial spheres, often engaging with broader cultural and intellectual themes. In 2020, her conceptual art cookbook Le Corbuffet was named a finalist for the James Beard Foundation Photography Award, recognized for its unique approach to food photography as a form of cultural critique. Choi’s photographic work for T: The New York Times Style Magazine earned a nomination for a 2024 ASME National Magazine Award. She holds degrees from Princeton University, Harvard University, Concordia University, and Toronto Metropolitan University, and currently resides and works in Brooklyn, New York.

Selected Clients

AnOther Magazine, AnOther Man, Dazed & Confused, ELLE Decor, Globe and Mail, Goux Studio, Hello Human, Le Monde, Ries, The New York Times Magazine, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, Vice

Selected Press

032C, AD Germany, Architect Magazine, Architectural Digest, Artnet News, Art Review, Dash Marshall, Dezeen, Elephant Magazine, Epicurious, Icon Magazine, MOLD Magazine, New York Magazine, PIN-UP, Quartzy, Robb Report, Saveur, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, Tatler Asia, The Architect’s Newspaper, The Globe and Mail, Vanity Fair France, Vogue, Widewalls

For art and writing, visit: https://estherchoi.net