Food & Beverage Photography
Available across Pune
I shoot food and drinks for ads, packaging, and menus, working with stylists to capture real textures, action shots, and the story behind every dish.
Pricing Guide
Premium Full-Day Restaurant & Menu Shoot
Scope & Deliverables
- Duration: Full-day professional shoot (up to 8 hours) at your location (Mumbai/Pune).
- Asset Count: Delivery of 25 to 30 fully retouched, high-resolution images.
- Shot Mix: Includes Hero shots (signature dishes), table spreads, and ambient interior shots with food placement.
Professional Equipment
- Lighting: Usage of industry-leading Broncolor or Profoto systems for maximum color accuracy and motion freezing.
- Camera: High-megapixel commercial systems (Canon 5DSR or equivalent) suitable for billboard printing.
- Tethering: Laptop setup on-site for real-time image review and immediate approval.
Team & Production
- Crew: Includes Principal Photographer plus 1 Professional Lighting Assistant/Digital Tech.
- Planning: Includes pre-production consultation for mood boards and shot lists.
- Post-Production: Advanced color correction and texture enhancement delivered in Print and Web formats.
Important Exclusion
- Styling: Covers photography and lighting direction only. Food styling (plating/cooking) must be handled by your chef or a separate food stylist.
Commercial Studio Product & Packaging Photography
Scope & Usage
- Format: Studio photography on plain backgrounds or creative still-life setups.
- Licensing: Includes commercial rights for Packaging (Print) and Digital Advertising.
- Volume: Pricing applies per final retouched image (minimum order usually applies).
Technical Execution
- Specialized Lighting: Setup for handling reflective surfaces (glass, foil) and texture extraction.
- Advanced Techniques: Includes Focus Stacking (merging shots for full depth sharpness) and High-Speed Sync for freezing splashes.
- Resolution: Files suitable for large-format hoardings and packaging boxes.
High-End Post-Production
- Compositing: Merging multiple exposures to combine the best elements (e.g., label lighting + condensation) into one flawless image.
- Retouching: Deep etching (background removal) and digital cleaning of packaging imperfections included.
Note on Styling
- Props: Includes basic prop styling. Fresh food styling requires an external specialist.
About Food & Beverage Photography
What Makes Me Tick
I get a kick out of chasing that ‘yumm’ factor. Every shoot teaches me something new - sometimes things get chaotic, but that’s half the fun. For me, bringing out the soul of food and drinks is a joint effort. When we nail that photo, it’s pura khushi (pure happiness).
How I Make Food Pop
- I shoot everything from billboards to Insta posts, always switching up my style for what fits.
- For advertising, I’m all about those dramatic beverage action shots - think flying sauce and pouring drinks that have some real energy.
- Product packaging images are kind of my jam too. Clean, sharp, and so tempting you wanna grab them off the shelf.
- Restaurant menu photography means capturing the vibe - moody, punchy, or super vibrant, whatever matches the space and plates.
My Process
- Teamwork is big for me. I love working with food stylists and creative folks to get the best food styling collaboration going.
- I’m obsessed with light. Whether it’s bright and airy or deep shadows, I play with it to make every texture stand out.
- I zero in on details - the steam from a hot curry, a perfect honey drip, or the crunch in a fresh salad.
My Food Canvas
I’ve shot sushi, dim sum, wazwan feasts, mithai, cocktails, and even quirky fusion stuff. From cakes to protein shakes, I’ve covered most cuisines and products you’ll spot in stores or menus. If your food’s got a story, I want to tell it.
Meet your Expert
Sakina Zojwala
23 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, I’m Sakina. Honestly, I’m still learning every day – photography keeps me on my toes! If I’m not shooting for clients, I’m at home messing around with bottles, fruit, or makeup textures, just trying new lighting tricks. Sometimes it gets super messy, but that’s half the fun. I love sharing what I pick up, so my 'Photography 101' series is my way to give back. Always chasing that tiny detail, always pushing what I can do.
My Work
Food & Still Life Photography - I shoot food, products, stop motion videos, ad campaigns, and packaging for brands and restaurants.
Creative Visuals with Vibe - Whether you want clean brand colors or moody food styling, I bring your vision to life.
Obsessed with Texture - Getting that perfect drip or splash is my thing. Texture-focused product shots make food pop.
Teamwork Makes Magic - I work with top food stylists and agencies. Collaboration is everything.
Ideal Projects & Clients - I love creative freedom! Have worked with Parle, Epigamia, Lurpak, Marriott on everything from stop motion product videos to restaurant menu photography.
