Guests sharing pizza at St. Pizza in New Orleans, shot for the New York Times — editorial restaurant photography by Cory Fontenot

Elton Kennedy, patriarch and founder of 4 Sisters Rice, standing in a rice field in Mer Rouge, Louisiana — agricultural portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Aerial drone photograph of the Louisiana bayou at sunset, a fishing boat cutting through dark water surrounded by marsh and cypress — outdoor landscape photography by Cory Fontenot

Wood-fired pork chop with braised greens and red wine sauce at Cochon restaurant in New Orleans — food photography by Cory Fontenot

Louisiana shrimp boat with cast nets raised silhouetted against a blazing sunset on the bayou — Gulf Coast commercial fishing photography by Cory Fontenot

Overflowing fried seafood platter with soft shell crab, shrimp, oysters, and catfish at The Blue Crab restaurant in New Orleans — food photography by Cory Fontenot

Fly fisherman casting in a mountain river at dusk, surrounded by pine forest and granite cliffs in Colorado — outdoor adventure photography by Cory Fontenot

Chef Sophia Bhatt of Mister Mao hosts a chef supper club in New Orleans featuring Chef Mason Hereford of Turkey and the Wolf, Chef Nicole Mills from Peche, and Chef Michael Gulotta of MoPho — restaurant editorial photography by Cory Fontenot

Top Chef contestant Nini Nguyen tasting noodles in her New Orleans home kitchen, shot for Louisiana Cooking magazine — culinary portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Leader of the Original Hurricane brass band in uniform at a New Orleans second line parade — documentary street photography by Cory Fontenot

Fresh Gulf blue crabs piled on crushed ice, vibrant blue claws and golden roe — Louisiana seafood editorial photography by Cory Fontenot

New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp in butter and pepper sauce at The Blue Crab restaurant — food photography by Cory Fontenot

Blue crabs simmering in a rich butter and herb sauce in a cast iron pot at Lache Pas Boucherie in Grand Coteau, Louisiana — Cajun food photography by Cory Fontenot

Woman sitting on the rim of Canyon de Chelly in Arizona overlooking the ancient red rock canyon at golden hour — outdoor lifestyle photography by Cory Fontenot

Oyster Shucker at Fives restaurant in New Orleans presenting a platter of raw Gulf oysters on ice with dipping sauces — restaurant editorial photography by Cory Fontenot

Classic Bananas Foster with caramelized banana and vanilla ice cream alongside a glass of champagne — New Orleans dessert food photography by Cory Fontenot

Large rainbow trout held in a fly fishing net in clear mountain river water — outdoor adventure fishing photography by Cory Fontenot

Lone figure silhouetted against a massive sugarcane field burn at night in rural Louisiana — documentary agricultural photography by Cory Fontenot

Classic Old Fashioned cocktail with large ice cube and lemon peel on a green marble bar at Fives in New Orleans — cocktail photography by Cory Fontenot

Intimate dinner table with Gulf shrimp, rose wine, and crusty bread at Brigtsen's restaurant in New Orleans — food photography by Cory Fontenot

Historic French Quarter rooftops with St. Louis Cathedral spires rising above the skyline in New Orleans — architectural photography by Cory Fontenot

Iconic pink facade and green awning of Brennan's restaurant on Royal Street in the New Orleans French Quarter — architectural photography by Cory Fontenot

Gulf shrimp over garlic spaghetti on a blue and white platter, prepared by Chef Nini Nguyen and shot for Louisiana Cooking magazine — culinary food photography by Cory Fontenot

Brunch table with pour-over coffee, smoked salmon toast, granola with blueberries, and a latte at Hotel Henrietta in New Orleans — food photography by Cory Fontenot

Hand pulling a slice of wood-fired margherita pizza at St. Pizza in New Orleans, shot for the New York Times — editorial food photography by Cory Fontenot

Chef flambéing Bananas Foster tableside with dramatic flames at Brennan's restaurant in New Orleans — editorial restaurant photography by Cory Fontenot

Carlos Santana performing with a white Les Paul guitar at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival — live concert photography by Cory Fontenot

Moody red neon-lit bar interior at Hungry Eyes in New Orleans with floor-to-ceiling liquor shelves and circular neon mirror — cocktail bar photography by Cory Fontenot

New Orleans artist in paint-splattered jumpsuit smoking a cigar in her studio surrounded by bold figurative paintings — editorial portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Elegant lounge with dark green walls, arched doorway, and teal velvet chairs at Hotel Henrietta in New Orleans — interior architectural photography by Cory Fontenot

Open-faced prosciutto and cream cheese bagels at Flour Moon Bagels in New Orleans — brunch food photography by Cory Fontenot

Raw Gulf oysters on ice with cocktail sauce, mignonette, and horseradish on a silver tray at Fives in New Orleans — seafood food photography by Cory Fontenot

Tattooed chef's hand sorting fresh Gulf blue crabs on ice at Castnet Seafood in New Orleans — Louisiana seafood documentary photography by Cory Fontenot

Black and white portrait of Louisiana musician Tommy McLain in a wide-brim hat at Bud Rip's in New Orleans — editorial music portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Smiling staff member at the counter of Johnny's Po-Boys in New Orleans with Cash Only sign and full menu board — documentary food photography by Cory Fontenot

Owners of St. Pizza posing in the doorway of their New Orleans restaurant — editorial portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Close-up profile portrait of New Orleans musician Trevarri Huff with gold-frame glasses and gold jewelry — editorial music portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Chef Michael Gulotta of Tana and Chef Mason Hereford of Turkey and the Wolf drinking beers against a green tile wall in New Orleans — behind-the-scenes restaurant photography by Cory Fontenot

Chef Sophia Bhatt standing confidently in her apron in the sunlit dining room of Mister Mao restaurant in New Orleans — editorial chef portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Elaborate butterfly stilt walkers in colorful costumes performing at Festival International in Lafayette, Louisiana — live event photography by Cory Fontenot

Louisiana musician Tommy McLain singing and playing piano at Bud Rip's bar in New Orleans — live music portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Chargrilled burger with fries and a cold beer at Brewster's in Chalmette, Louisiana — casual dining food photography by Cory Fontenot

Worn American flag on the stern of a fishing boat at golden hour on the Gulf Coast — nautical lifestyle photography by Cory Fontenot

Fresh-caught mahi-mahi and dorado fish on ice in a fishing cooler — Gulf Coast offshore fishing photography by Cory Fontenot

Corner booth with floral tablecloth and stained glass windows at Jacques-Imo's Cafe in New Orleans — restaurant interior photography by Cory Fontenot

Shirtless surf instructor holding a potted fern in front of colorful surfboards in Sayulita, Mexico — lifestyle portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Louisiana crawfish boiling in a seasoned pot with lemon halves — Cajun seafood food photography by Cory Fontenot

New Orleans saxophonist playing tenor saxophone against a pure black background — dramatic music portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Four guests toasting cocktails at the Sunday Supper Club at Mister Mao restaurant in New Orleans — editorial lifestyle photography by Cory Fontenot

Crispy fried sweetbreads over noodles with scallions and roe — creative New Orleans restaurant food photography by Cory Fontenot

Floor-to-ceiling shelves of mezcal and spirits at Bar Tonique in New Orleans — bar and beverage photography by Cory Fontenot

Phil Santosuosso, pro skater and owner of Humidity Skate Shop, seated among stacked skateboard decks in his New Orleans French Quarter shop — editorial portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Top Chef contestant Nini Nguyen grinding spices in a clay mortar and pestle in her kitchen — culinary portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Raw Gulf oysters on crushed ice with Scotch whisky being poured over the shells — Louisiana seafood food photography by Cory Fontenot

Crowd of festival-goers seated on bleachers under blue sky at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival — documentary concert photography by Cory Fontenot

Bartender preparing a cocktail behind the ornate wooden bar at Manolito in New Orleans, surrounded by floor-to-ceiling bottles, shot for Punch Magazine — bar portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Chef Eric Cook of Gris-Gris restaurant in New Orleans in his white chef's uniform with tattoo sleeve — culinary portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Two friends around a campfire beside a vintage van and 4Runner under a star-filled sky in Moab, Utah — outdoor adventure photography by Cory Fontenot

Nathan Williams Sr., Grammy-nominated accordionist and founder of Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas, in a dramatic low-light portrait — live music photography by Cory Fontenot

Golden sunrise over a misty forested mountain valley with rays breaking through storm clouds — landscape photography by Cory Fontenot

Chubby Carrier performing on accordion at Festival International de Louisiane in Lafayette, Louisiana — live concert photography by Cory Fontenot

Couple dancing a Zydeco dip on the dance floor under stage lights at Festival International de Louisiane in Lafayette, Louisiana — documentary concert photography by Cory Fontenot

Young rider performing a wheelie stunt on a BMX bike in New Orleans as part of the NOLA Bike Life culture — black and white street photography by Cory Fontenot

American alligator emerging from dark bayou water among marsh grass in Louisiana — black and white wildlife photography by Cory Fontenot

Bearded street portrait artist seated under a sun umbrella beside his easel on Jackson Square in the New Orleans French Quarter — documentary street photography by Cory Fontenot

Grand Teton mountain range at alpenglow with snow-capped peaks glowing orange against a dramatic cloud-filled sky in Wyoming — landscape photography by Cory Fontenot

Chef Nini Nguyen's Pasta de Pepe, creamy corn and black pepper spaghetti being lifted from a yellow Le Creuset pot — culinary food photography by Cory Fontenot

Acclaimed New Orleans bartender Chris Hannah examining a layered cocktail with fruit garnish against botanical wallpaper at Jewel of the South — cocktail portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Bartender double-straining a creamy Southern Comfort cocktail into a rocks glass — cocktail photography by Cory Fontenot

New Orleans brass band and Krewe de Cork grand marshal in feathered headdress holding a disco ball scepter on a French Quarter street — documentary street photography by Cory Fontenot

Guests gathered around a communal table at Mister Mao's Sunday Supper Club in New Orleans with cocktails, small plates, and the event menu — editorial restaurant photography by Cory Fontenot

Sunlit brick courtyard with bistro chairs, string lights, and lush potted plants at The Celestine hotel in New Orleans — architectural photography by Cory Fontenot

Surgical team performing a procedure in a hospital operating room under bright surgical lights with vital signs monitors — medical editorial photography for Ochsner Health by Cory Fontenot

Frothy Ramos Gin Fizz with lemon peel garnish held at Bar Tonique in New Orleans — cocktail photography by Cory Fontenot

Diptych of a ripe watermelon on the vine alongside farmer Matt carrying a watermelon on his shoulder in a green field — agricultural documentary photography by Cory Fontenot

Aerial drone photograph of the Louisiana bayou delta at golden sunset, a boat cutting a wake through winding waterways — outdoor landscape photography by Cory Fontenot

Expansive Montana high plains landscape with barbed wire fence, golden sagebrush, and layered mountain range under a hazy sky — outdoor landscape photography by Cory Fontenot

Bartender Marco in a white shirt and bow tie holding a classic Sazerac cocktail at the historic Napoleon House bar in New Orleans — cocktail portrait photography by Cory Fontenot

Surgeon in blue scrubs, surgical cap, and gloves standing with arms crossed in a hospital operating room — medical editorial portrait photography for Ochsner Health by Cory Fontenot

Dramatic pink and purple sunset over a wide mountain valley from a log cabin ranch deck with a figure on an ATV — outdoor lifestyle photography by Cory Fontenot

Gulf shrimp boats with tall masts docked along a Louisiana bayou at dusk under a pastel sky — Gulf Coast documentary photography by Cory Fontenot

Delicate garden vegetable consommé with snap peas, cherry tomatoes, radishes, and fennel fronds in a stone bowl — fine dining food photography by Cory Fontenot

Aerial view of the Port of Salerno with its marina and container terminal along the Amalfi Coast of Italy — travel landscape photography by Cory Fontenot

Bartender and mixologist Chris Hannah vigorously shaking a cocktail shaker with motion blur at Jewel of the South in New Orleans — cocktail photography by Cory Fontenot

Two women toasting with Peychaud's Spritz cocktails in wine glasses in golden afternoon sunlight — lifestyle cocktail photography by Cory Fontenot

Two young women riding a scooter through a narrow cobblestone alley at night in Naples, Italy with laundry hanging above — travel street photography by Cory Fontenot