Food Photography & Styling
Available across Navi Mumbai
I shoot and style food for brands, cafes, and influencers in my home studio, using props and creative techniques to make each dish look real and unique.
Pricing Guide
Styled Social Media Photography Package
Scope of Work
- Concept: Creation of 3-4 distinct styling setups (e.g., Cozy Winter, Vintage Tea Time, or Dark Moody).
- Output: 6 to 8 fully edited, high-resolution JPEG images suitable for Social Media and Web use.
- Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours of shooting time at the provider's home studio.
Styling and Creative Details
- Prop Utilization: Access to personal inventory including rustic wooden boards, textured backdrops, vintage books, fairy lights, and antique-style cutlery.
- Fresh Elements: Sourcing of minor perishable styling elements like fresh mint, lemon slices, or coffee beans.
- Human Element: Inclusion of hand modeling (e.g., pouring tea) to add a relatable touch to the frame.
Technical and Delivery
- Gear: Shot on Canon EOS M50 Mark II with a 50mm prime lens for depth-of-field effects.
- Lighting: Single Godox softbox setup or controlled natural window light depending on the required mood.
- Post-Processing: Signature color grading using Lightroom or Snapseed to match vintage or vibrant vibes. Basic retouching included.
E-commerce and Menu Catalog Photography
Scope of Work
- Focus: Product-centric photography where the packaging or dish is the hero with minimal distraction.
- Style: Bright and Airy or High-Key lighting (white background) to ensure the product looks fresh.
- Angles: Includes 2 angles per product (1 Front-facing packaging shot + 1 Top-down styled serving suggestion).
Styling and Prep
- Minimal Styling: Use of relevant raw ingredients surrounding the product (e.g., scattered grains or nuts) for context without clutter.
- Food Prep: Basic plating and presentation of the cooked or ready-to-eat item.
Technical Specs
- Consistency: Fixed lighting setup to ensure all products in the catalog look uniform.
- Editing: Color correction to ensure packaging colors are true-to-life, white balance adjustment, and background cleaning.
Creative Hero Shot (Motion and Levitation)
Scope of Work
- Concept: Conceptualization of dynamic scenes like Flying Ingredients, Liquid Splashes, Dynamic Pours, or Product Levitation.
- Output: 1 highly detailed, composite-edited Hero Image.
- Usage: High-resolution file suitable for digital ads, website headers, or print collateral.
Production and Complexity
- Technical Setup: High-speed sync photography to freeze fast motion.
- Composite Work: Stitching multiple frames (product, splash, background) in post-production for gravity-defying effects.
- Rigging: Use of wires, skewers, or blocks to suspend items (digitally removed later).
- Mess Management: Includes setup and cleanup time required for liquid splashes.
Fine Details
- Retouching: Extensive editing to remove supports (wires/stands) and clean up stray droplets.
- Background: Shot on solid black or white backgrounds to emphasize action, or simple textured surfaces.
About Food Photography & Styling
My Approach
Food isn’t just food for me - every dish has its own kahani (story). I’m always chasing those small, magical moments, whether it’s a cup of chai with steam rising or the comfort of a home-cooked meal. My camera feels like an extra limb, and I love turning simple scenes into something scroll-stopping.
What I Offer
I handle food photography and styling for:
- Cafes and restaurants needing tempting menu shots
- Food & beverage brands after commercial food shoots or packaging images
- Bloggers and influencers wanting social media food content that stands out
You’ll see me experimenting with everything from levitation shots to catching that perfect pour. I use props like old wood, fabrics, flowers, even dog-eared books to create a mood and tell a full story in one frame.
Style & Vibe
Your brand’s personality sets the tone. Some days, I go for moody food photography with deep shadows. Other times, I keep it light and bright for that minimalist, happy vibe, or bring in vintage touches for full nostalgia.
Behind the Scenes
Most of my work happens at my Navi Mumbai home studio. I’m hands-on with styling, lighting, and sometimes I sneak my own hand in the shot - because food is always better with a human touch.
What Matters
I’m a mom first, so health and realness are always top priority. Life’s not perfect, but I find happiness in my work, and I’m always searching for that next beautiful shot, In sha Allah.
Meet your Expert
Ayesha Ahmad
19 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, I’m Ayesha from Navi Mumbai. I’m not just a photographer, I’m a bit of a storyteller – always chasing those tiny, real moments, like chai with family or the story behind a product. Being a mom, I get how tough it is when your kid’s hurting. That honesty shows up in my work. Lost my camera to the sea in Goa – still stings. But I’ve learned, you don’t need fancy gear, just a limitless mindset and faith. I’m slowly getting back, hoping to feel that click again. Aameen.
My Work
Food, Product & Portrait Photography - I shoot food, products, portraits, and even creative stuff like levitation product photography for brands.
Visual Brand Storytelling - I craft BTS brand storytelling to make your brand stand out, not just take photos.
My Style - Moody food photography, real vibes. I like showing the process, not just polished results.
Home Studio Shoots - Most shoots are in my home setup. You don’t need big sets, just vision and trust.
