Food
AND
CHEFS
PHOTOS FOR CHEFS creating SOMETHING WORTH TASTING
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR
Images that make your food look as good as it tastes.
Content built for your menu, your socials, & your walls in one session.
Short-form video clips that capture all the senses
A photographer who understands plating as much as light.
HER PHOTOS HAVE HELPED ME LAND GIGS WITH LOCAL and NATIONAL BRANDS, AND TAKE MY WEBSITE TO THE NEXT LEVEL.
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Wes Morrison, Executive Personal Chef & Owner, Chef Wes, Louisville, KY
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Built for Louisville and Indianapolis restaurants, chefs, and the people making something worth tasting.
Half-day Photo Session On Location
25 digital, color perfected images
Up to 10 dishes captured with professional styling support from me
2 short-form videos (up to 30 seconds each)
Full usage rights
Delivered within 10 business days
INVESTMENT
Starting at $1,500+ tax
Need this on repeat? The Standing Order, quarterly retainer, is available for ongoing needs.
READ THE FAQ
Can your equipment and lighting work around a live, working kitchen?
Yes. I work efficiently and keep my setup minimal, natural light and a small kit when I can, so I'm not turning your kitchen into a production set. If a shot genuinely needs a clear moment, we'll plan for it ahead of time rather than improvising mid-service.
Does this include photos of me, or is it food only?
Whatever you want it to be. Some chefs want to stay fully behind the scenes, food only. Others want a handful of portraits in the mix, since a face behind the food builds real trust with customers online. We'll talk through what you actually want on the planning call, no default either way.
What happens to the food after the shoot?
Nothing goes to waste on my end. Food that's shot as-served usually goes right back to the pass or gets enjoyed by the team. Anything styled specifically for camera is handled the same way restaurants already handle plated food that doesn't go out, your call on where it lands.
How long does a session actually take, start to finish?
A half day, typically 3 to 4 hours on location. That covers setup, shooting up to 10 dishes, and a wrap. Fast-moving or complex dishes get priority early in the session so nothing's rushed at the end.
Does shooting happen during service, or does the kitchen need to close?
Most sessions work best shot before service starts or during a slower window, not mid-rush. You don't need to fully close, but the calmer the kitchen, the better the images (and the less stressed everyone is). We'll map out timing on the planning call so it works around your actual schedule.
Do I need to prepare extra portions, or do we shoot what's already going out?
A little of both. Some dishes get shot exactly as they'd go to a table. Others, especially anything with ice cream, garnish, or steam, do better with a portion made specifically for camera, since food styling and food serving aren't quite the same job.
What happens with food that's time-sensitive, melting, wilting, going cold?
This is exactly why prep and pacing matter. Fast-moving dishes get shot first, or get a dedicated plate made right before the camera's ready, not after. I move quickly and know how to work around anything on a countdown clock.
Do I need to provide plates, linens, and styling props, or do you bring that?
I bring styling support, so you're not expected to have a full prop kit ready. That said, your own plates, linens, and serveware often photograph the most authentically since they're already part of your actual brand. We'll figure out the right mix on the planning call.
