Polara Studio

04/03/2026

Bobs Red Mill created a seasonal Easter campaign with spring colors, sweet moments, and a table made for sharing 💛🌸
From prop styled details by to behind-the-scenes magic by and this shoot was all about celebrating connection, creativity, and the joy of gathering together.

Wishing you a beautiful Easter filled with good food, fresh flavors, and a little extra sweetness.

Happy Easter from Polara Studio 🐣

02/11/2026

Please join us tonight for our very own Valentine’s happy hour! It starts at 6 PM! See you then!

12/30/2025

11/24/2025

11/04/2025

Here’s a beautiful recipe creation and food styling by Kristin Bennett ( ) and photographed by Michael Shay ( ): Winter Squash and Sweet Potato Stacks with Blue Cheese and Hazelnuts 🧡✨

This dish is part of Michael Shay’s Bounty of Oregon series — celebrating the best of local flavor and stunning

10/28/2025

Polara Studio's got the chill vibe! 🥶

10/16/2025

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09/30/2025

Sneak peek of today’s shoot with

09/12/2025

Our very own, Michael Shay is a featured reader at an “In Memory Reading Series”, Monday @ 7PM Hawthorne Hideaway, 2221 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Hope to see you there!

08/21/2025

Ever crafted a lens? Meet Will Ross (), a skilled digital artist who used his 3D printer to revive vintage cine and projection lenses. He designed custom focusing mounts for modern cameras. Michael () tested one of these innovative lenses - a Schneider Kreuznach Super Cinelux 60mm f2 - adding a dreamy touch to his photos. Special thanks to Muffy .marshall for the delicious treats.

08/05/2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate the release of Preserving the Seasons Cookbook by Holly Capelle ( ) at our Happy Hour on August 13 at 5:30pm. Please join us!!
Beautiful photography by Michael Shay & and Styling by .henderson .
Special thanks to for coordination and support.