Kim Knotts Food Stylist Table Top Prop Stylist

Kim Knotts Food Stylist

Food Stylist, Culinary Creative, Table Top Prop Stylist, Hand Talent
Growing up in the desert Southwest, Kim Knotts developed an early love for bold flavors and sun-soaked ingredients — a passion that has carried her across continents and cuisines. After earning her culinary degree from Cook Street School of Culinary Arts in Denver, Kim’s career path read like an adventure novel: professional culinary studies in Northern Italy and Provence, three years living and cooking throughout the Caribbean, including cooking on a 98 foot yacht, and seasons spent in the mountains of Breckenridge, catering to European guests in a private chalet.

  • Her global culinary background — paired with a Communications degree from Texas — gives Kim a rare blend of creative intuition, cultural perspective, and storytelling ability. She earned a scholarship from Women Chefs and Restaurateurs to attend the Culinary Institute of America’s World of Flavors Conference, where she cooked alongside some of the most respected chefs in the world. Later, she launched her own successful personal chef business, The Saucy Chef, before turning her focus to the visual side of food.

    Since 2019, Kim has been an essential member of Hawkins and Co’s styling team, bringing her extraordinary eye for design and composition to hundreds of campaigns. She’s known as the ultimate “Swiss Army knife” on set — the person you can send into any situation, confident she’ll sort it out with professionalism, creativity, and an easygoing spirit that lifts everyone around her. Her versatility extends beyond food: Kim’s passion for design and composition on shoots has also made her a trusted pro for tabletop propping and texture styling on beauty shoots.

    In addition to her work in styling, Kim collaborated directly with the lead developer of Denver’s acclaimed Stanley Marketplace to help shape its dynamic food scene, including the recruitment of standout restaurants like Annette. She remains connected to Denver’s culinary community while continuing to travel widely and stay engaged in the world of global food.

    Off set, Kim’s passions mirror her creative career — travel, always looking for the next amazing meal, and meaningful connection. She’s a board member of CISV, an international youth travel organization, and serves as an event coordinator for the Lubird’s Light Foundation. Whether she’s planning an event, exploring a new destination, or discovering a new great restaurant, Kim brings the same curiosity, composure, and cool confidence that make her such an asset on every project.

Hawkins and Co Prop Styling Kim Knotts A black plate of mixed greens salad with sliced medium-rare steak, avocado, yellow bell peppers, broccoli, and onion slices, garnished with cheese and dressing
Cucumber slices topped with seared beef, chopped peanuts, microgreens, and sauce, served on a white plate with small bowls of chopped nuts, dried mushrooms, and sesame seeds nearby.
A plate of penne pasta with tomato sauce, shredded cheese, croutons, and vegetables on a mint green table surrounded by a glass of water, a yellow napkin with a fork and knife, and side bowls of greens and shredded cheese.
Raw beef short ribs seasoned with chili flakes, with rosemary sprigs on the side, on a metal baking tray.
Cubed raw beef on a black cutting board with garlic cloves, dried red chili peppers, and spices around it.
A raw steak seasoned with salt and pepper on paper, placed on a wooden cutting board, with herbs and scattered peppercorns around.
Raw steak seasoned with pepper and herbs on parchment paper, with garlic, green onion, and peppercorns on a white tray.
Thinly sliced raw beef on a dark oval plate, with a small bowl of chili peppers and a few shallots and sprigs of thyme surrounding it on a dark textured surface.
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Kim Knotts National Cattlemen's Association
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Kim Knotts National Cattlemen's Association
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Kim Knotts National Cattlemen's Association
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts Cover of Denver Life magazine's 2025 Holiday Gift Guide, November 2025 issue
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's KIm Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts National Cattlemen's Association
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knottts Stack of pancakes topped with walnuts and syrup, next to a small jug of syrup, a glass of juice, a box of Pearl Milling Company
Close-up of three folded tacos filled with shredded beef, topped with chopped onions, cilantro, and served with lime wedges and spicy red sauce on a white platter, with bowls of pico de gallo and chopped green onions on a wooden board nearby.
Hot dog topped with chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, sour cream, and sauce, served with a side salad of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, olives, and crumbled cheese.
A plate of cooked penne pasta with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, red onions, and grated cheese, with a fork resting on the plate, on a blue textured surface.
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts Noodles and Company
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts Noodles and Company
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts Noodles and Company
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts Beef It's What's for Dinner
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts
Hawkins and Co Professional Prop Stylist Hawkins and Co's Kim Knotts Beef It's What's for Dinner
Grilled steaks with grilled vegetables, lemon slices, and sauces on a rustic wooden board.

“I have worked with Beth and her team for years now. And they always show up with their A game: professional, creative, talented. I've never had them work on a project and not have the client satisfied. There is also a unique artistic eye that I find from everyone on their team, and I love collaborating on projects with them.”

Cassandra Stiltner — Photographer