The San Francisco Bay Area mourns the passing of Aubrie Pick, an innovative food and lifestyle photographer. At the age of 42, Pick lost her battle with lymphoma earlier this month, as reported by her family and covered in an SFGATE article. Her significant collaborations with respected figures such as Chrissy Teigen, Tanya Holland, and Kristin Cavallari highlighted her distinct and energetic style across cookbooks, ad campaigns, and editorials.
According to fellow food writer Anna Roth, Pick's zest for life infused her unique photography style. Deviating from conventional norms, Pick pursued a raw, exciting, and immersive experience to capture the authenticity of people and their culinary creations. Her approach quickly garnered recognition and impacted industry standards.
Pick's professional achievements were not her only accolades. She exemplified emotional intelligence, fostering strong relationships within her team and beyond, as stated by Adeena Sussman in a touching Instagram post. Pick's character left a profound effect, affirming her status as a compassionate mentor and friend in addition to being a respected industry leader.
Pick's remarkable career saw her progress from a student at the San Francisco Art Institute to an influential independent business owner. Her portfolio includes collaborations with industry giants such as Food & Wine and Williams-Sonoma. Marcia Gagliardi, founder of the Tablehopper newsletter, articulates Pick's ability to seamlessly capture joyful moments.
San Francisco journalist Erin Feher recounts a challenging assignment with Pick for Habitat, a former San Francisco Chronicle interior design magazine. Feher's fond memory of Pick's expert abilities allowed the duo in this instance to efficiently handle a demanding project.
Colleagues interviewed by SFGATE acknowledged Pick as more than just a creative collaborator. Painted as a loving mother, a generous spirit, and a deeply empathetic friend, Pick's influence reached far beyond San Francisco's close-knit community.
