Food & Drink Photographer

People eat with their eyes first. I create mouth-watering food and drink photography that makes dishes, menus and products look irresistible — perfect for restaurants, producers, cafés and brands who want images good enough to taste.

WHO IT'S FOR

Food & drink photography that makes people hungry

Beautifully styled, appetising images that lift menus, websites, packaging and social feeds.

Creative Food & Drink Photographer

Crafting perfect images that translate the aroma, the flavours, and the textures into incredible photographs is no less than your food deserves.

Malcolm Arms 020326 119
Malcolm Arms 020326 18
Attention Seekers Apricot 6
Salernos 298

Complete Consistency

I work closely with my clients to understand any brief and create a visualisation of the concept, then use beautiful lighting, styling and composition to convey the highest quality to your clients.

Exceptional images are an essential investment and will really take your business to the next level for years to come.

Whether you are a restaurant owner, chef, author or food producer, I know that the best quality images are absolutely essential in bringing your food or lifestyle business to life.

As a food & drink photographer, I will give your brand confidence and a clear visual identity, with credibility and a distinctive style that will truly stand out.

HOW IT WORKS

Simple, from first call to final images

1

Tell me about it

Your goals, timings and how you’ll use the images. I come back with ideas, availability and a quote.

2

We plan the shoot

Style, locations and a schedule that fits around you and keeps things efficient.

3

On the day

I arrive fully equipped and work quickly to get the shots that matter, with minimal fuss.

4

Delivery

Edited, retouched images delivered within 5 days, ready for web, print and social.

★★★★★

James really helped us with the launch of our pub, the photos he created were incredible!

— Anita, The Malcolm Arms, Anthon’s Gowt

PRICING

How pricing works

Food and drink shoots vary hugely — a handful of hero dishes and a full menu or product range are very different jobs — so I quote per project. Tell me how many dishes or products, whether it’s on location or in studio, and how you’ll use the images, and I’ll put together a clear quote. Regular menu and content work is available at preferential rates.

Per hour

£180

Per hour basis, ideal for smaller dishes

Half-Day

£420

More complex food or seriving photos

Full-day

£700

More food, more fun and more content

FAQS

The questions I get asked most

Both — I can shoot in your kitchen, restaurant or bar, or in a controlled studio setup for packaging and product work.

Yes — careful styling is what makes food look its best on camera. For complex shoots I can also work alongside your chef or a food stylist.

It depends on prep and complexity, but menus move at a good pace — tell me the number of dishes and I’ll give you a realistic plan and quote.

High-resolution images for print and menus plus web and social-ready versions, delivered [within X working days].

Absolutely — we agree the look, props and mood beforehand so every image fits your brand and sits well together.

I'd love to work with you.

Tell me about your food or drink — the dishes or products, and how you’ll use the images — and I’ll come back with ideas, availability and a quote.