Food Photography
Available across India
I handle everything from lighting and styling to shooting, so your food looks tempting and ready to attract customers, whether you run a restaurant, bakery, or cloud kitchen.
Pricing Guide
Express Menu & Social Media Shoot (Half Day)
Scope of Work
- Duration: Up to 4 hours of on-location photography.
- Volume: Coverage of 15 to 20 dishes.
- Format: Focus on clean shots suitable for menus, Zomato, Swiggy, and Instagram feeds.
- Deliverables: Approx. 20 High-Resolution edited JPEG images (Color corrected, cropped, basic retouching).
- Usage Rights: Digital usage rights for social media and third-party aggregators.
Styling & Equipment
- Food Styling: Basic styling included using available garnishes and fresh ingredients to plate the food neatly. Note: Excludes complex 'hero' styling.
- Prop Library: Access to standard prop kit (rustic wooden boards, slate platters, standard napkins, and basic cutlery).
- Lighting: Professional 2-light strobe setup to ensure consistent, appetizing lighting.
- Tethering: Laptop on-site for immediate feedback and approval of angles.
Pre-Shoot & Logistics
- Consultation: 15-minute phone consultation to discuss the mood board.
- Travel: Travel included within city limits (local metro area).
Signature Brand & Menu Campaign (Full Day)
Scope of Work
- Duration: Up to 8 hours of intensive on-location photography.
- Volume: 8-10 Hero shots (complex setup) + 10-12 Standard shots. Total 20-22 final images.
- Focus: Creating high-impact imagery with an emphasis on texture, steam, drips, and intricate details.
- Post-Production: High-end retouching (skin smoothing, removal of crumbs/imperfections, color grading, and compositing).
Professional Styling & Set Design
- Advanced Styling: Full creative direction including techniques like oil brushing for shine, artificial steam, and precise layering.
- Premium Prop Collection: Access to 'Master Collection' of backdrops (hand-painted canvas, textured concrete), vintage cutlery, and premium glassware.
- Art Direction: Creation of specific scenes (e.g., breakfast table, moody bar vibe) rather than just isolated plates.
Technical Specifications
- Equipment: Advanced lighting rig (Softboxes, strip lights for rim lighting, reflectors).
- Live Review: Tethered shooting to a screen for real-time collaboration with the chef/owner.
- Deliverables: High-Res TIFF/JPEG images suitable for Large Format Print (Hoardings, Menu Covers) and Digital.
Packaged Product Launch Bundle (5 SKUs)
Scope of Work
- Quantity: Coverage for up to 5 distinct products/SKUs (e.g., 5 different flavors).
- Output: 10 Final Images total (2 per product).
- Shot A (E-comm): Clean background (White/Solid Color) focused on packaging and label readability.
- Shot B (Creative Lifestyle): Stylized shot with props and ingredients (e.g., spilling tea leaves, raw ingredients, splash effects).
- Location: Shot at provider's Home Studio (Products to be shipped/couriered by client).
Styling & Technicals
- Ingredient Styling: Sourcing and arranging fresh ingredients relevant to the product to convey freshness and taste.
- Lighting Control: Specialized lighting to manage reflections on plastic/glass packaging and metallic labels.
- Post-Production: Pixel-level retouching to remove dust, scratches, or packaging imperfections.
Commercial Rights
- Usage: Full commercial rights for e-commerce listings, website banners, and packaging design.
- Timeline: Turnaround time of 5-7 working days from receipt of products.
About Food Photography
Why Food Photography Matters
I don’t just shoot food, I create pictures that make people hungry. For me, it’s about the art and science coming together - how light hits the biryani, how shadows play on a chocolate cake, the texture of naan looking soft enough to tear. If the food doesn’t look tempting, kya fayda (what’s the point)? I want to help you show off your food at its best.
What Sets My Work Apart
- I focus on lighting first, whether you want natural light food shots that look fresh, or dramatic shadows for those moody restaurant menu photos.
- Styling is everything. I’ll spend time arranging every detail - a sprinkle of coriander, a little steam rising from chai - to get the shot just right. Food styling techniques are my jam, even if it takes time.
- I know my camera inside out, so every shot is sharp and full of colour. No dull or flat images here.
Who I Shoot For
Whether you run a big cafe, a home bakery, or a new cloud kitchen, I’ve probably worked with someone like you. Over 100 brands have trusted me to make their food look awesome - restaurants, hotels, sweet shops, packaged food makers, and startups.
How I Work
I bring all the gear, props, and backgrounds you need. We’ll see the shots live on a laptop, so you can give feedback instantly. If you’re on a budget, chill - hourly options are available, and I never compromise on quality. If you want social media food images that get attention, let’s team up and make it happen.
Meet your Expert
Abhay Patny
16 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Lights, camera, food – that’s my scene. I get a kick out of making a plain chocolate bar or even Thums Up look rich and tempting. Not just the gear, it’s my eye that’s always hunting for that perfect angle. I’m obsessed with playing with textures, and yeah, tasting all that food is a perk I won’t ever complain about. Agapi Greek Yogurt, Om Sweets – I’m a fan. For me, photography is art, not just work.
My Work
Food, Beverage & Product Photography - I shoot for restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels, bakeries, and brands – pan India, based in Gurgaon.
Creative Food Styling - I handle concept, styling, and shooting. Studio’s packed with backgrounds and props for natural food photography.
Art Meets Science - It’s about colors, shadows, composition, and making your product pop. Not just clicking, it’s thinking.
Flexible for Every Brand - Premium or budget, every brand deserves great shots. We’ll figure out something that works.
