Hello! I’m Dominic, and I have a passion for food photography. I love photographing food and spend a lot of my time capturing the tasty food and drinks served up by restaurants, cafes and bars across Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and the wider Midlands. As a professional food photographer with over 20 years’ experience, I create powerful images that show off food at its best and help restaurants and food businesses attract more customers.
You spend time and effort to make sure your food impresses your customers, but before they even step in the door, they will judge your cuisine by the photos they see. Whether on your website, menus, flyers, in magazines or on social media, images of your food will speak first. I work with restaurant, cafe and bar owners across Nottingham and the Midlands to create images that give their customers the best possible first taste of what they have to offer. Get in touch to discuss your food photography needs.
Professional Food Photography Services
I love to make the best of natural lighting wherever possible and love to capture the natural colours and textures of food so that people can almost taste with their eyes. I also have studio lighting which allows me to be more versatile and work in any situation whether day or night. My food photography services are designed to showcase your dishes in the most appealing way possible, creating images that make customers hungry and eager to visit.
I will bring a selection of backdrops so we can find those which best suits your food and your brand. Whether you prefer rustic wooden surfaces, clean white backgrounds, elegant slate or contemporary settings, I have the props and backdrops to complement your cuisine perfectly. From a two-hour photo shoot to full day shoots, I will work with you to create the best impact for your business.
Restaurant Photography & Menu Photography
As a food photographer serving Nottingham, Derby and Leicester, I specialise in restaurant photography that captures the full dining experience. Beyond just the food on the plate, I can photograph your restaurant interiors, staff portraits and kitchen prep shots to fully show off what makes your establishment special.
Restaurant photography is about telling the complete story of your venue – from the ambience of your dining space to the skill of your chefs and the quality of your dishes. These images work together to give potential customers confidence in choosing your restaurant and help you stand out in a competitive market.
For menu photography, I understand that clear, appetising images are essential. Whether you’re creating printed menus, online delivery platform listings, or digital menu boards, professional food photography makes all the difference. I can photograph your entire menu efficiently, ensuring consistency across all dishes whilst highlighting what makes each one special.
Drink Photography & Cocktail Bar Photography
Drinks deserve just as much attention as food. I love photographing cocktails, craft beers, fine wines and speciality coffees – anything from a simple espresso to an elaborate cocktail creation. As someone who enjoys the art of drink photography, I know how to capture the colours, textures and details that make beverages look irresistible.
For cocktail bar photography, I can create dynamic images that showcase your signature drinks, capture the atmosphere of your bar and photograph your bartenders in action. Whether you need hero shots of individual cocktails for your menu, lifestyle images of drinks being enjoyed in your venue, or dramatic action shots of cocktails being made, I have the skills and equipment to deliver stunning results.
I can photograph drinks both in my food photography studio and on location at your venue. Studio photography gives us complete control over lighting and styling, perfect for creating clean, professional images for menus and marketing materials. On-location shoots capture the authentic atmosphere of your bar or restaurant, showing drinks in their natural environment.
Kitchen Photography & Chef Portraits
Some of the most engaging food photography happens behind the scenes. I love to capture kitchen prep shots that show how your food is prepared and cooked. These images tell the story of the craft and care that goes into every dish, from a chef kneading fresh dough to flames leaping from a pan.
Kitchen photography adds authenticity and personality to your food marketing. Customers love seeing the people and processes behind their meals. I can photograph your chefs at work, showing off their skills and passion. Whether it’s the concentration on a chef’s face as they plate a dish, the theatre of flames in a busy kitchen, or the artistry of hand-making fresh pasta, these images create a connection between your business and your customers.
I’ve worked with restaurants, food development chefs, MasterChefs, food PR agencies, hotels and bars as well as small food producers. Whatever your food photography requirements are, I can adapt my approach to suit your needs and budget.
Food Photography Studio in Nottingham
My food photography studio in Nottingham is equipped with professional lighting, a range of backdrops, props and styling equipment to create the perfect setting for your dishes. The controlled studio environment means I can achieve consistent, high-quality results regardless of weather or time of day.
Studio food photography is ideal for menu shoots where you need consistent lighting and styling across multiple dishes, or when you want to create hero images with perfect lighting and composition. I can also work on your premises if you prefer, bringing my equipment to your restaurant, cafe or bar to capture food in its natural environment.
Whether you choose studio or on-location food photography services, I work efficiently to minimise disruption to your business whilst delivering outstanding results. For restaurant shoots, I’m happy to work during quiet periods or arrange sessions before or after service hours.
Food Photography for Social Media & Marketing
In today’s digital world, social media is often the first place potential customers discover your food business. Professional food photography is essential for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and other platforms where visual impact is everything. I create images that are designed to stop the scroll and make people hungry.
I can photograph food specifically for social media, understanding the formats and styles that work best on different platforms. From square Instagram posts to vertical stories and reels, I deliver images in the formats you need. I also create food photography for websites, printed menus, flyers, magazine features and advertising campaigns.
Takeaway & Delivery Platform Photography
If you run a takeaway or list your food on delivery platforms like Just Eat, Deliveroo or Uber Eats, professional food photography is essential. Customers make split-second decisions based on food images, and quality photography directly impacts your order numbers. I specialise in creating appetising images that work well on delivery platforms, understanding the specific requirements and formats these platforms need.
Food Photography for Food Brands & Small Producers
I don’t only work with restaurants but also food brands and small food producers, creating strong product images to launch or further promote food brands. I have worked with a range of small food companies from bakeries, confectioners, ready-meal producers, olive oil producers to tea importers.
Why Choose Image & Light for Food Photography?
Passion for Food – As someone who loves cooking and food myself, I bring genuine enthusiasm to every food photography shoot. I understand what makes food look appetising and how to capture it at its best.
Over 20 Years’ Experience – As a professional food photographer, I’ve worked with restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels, food producers and PR agencies across Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and beyond.
Natural Lighting Expertise – I love working with natural light to capture the authentic colours and textures of food. Combined with professional studio lighting when needed, I can create beautiful images in any situation.
Props & Styling – I bring a selection of backdrops, plates, cutlery and props to complement your food and match your brand aesthetic.
Quick Turnaround – I understand that restaurants and food businesses often need images quickly for seasonal menus, promotions or platform updates. I deliver edited images promptly without compromising quality.
Food Photographer Serving Nottingham, Derby & Leicester
Based in Nottingham, I’m perfectly positioned to serve restaurants, cafes, bars and food businesses across the East Midlands. I regularly work with clients in Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Birmingham and throughout Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire. Whether you’re an independent cafe, a bustling restaurant, a cocktail bar or a food producer, I’d love to help you create images that showcase your food at its absolute best.
Contact me today to discuss your food photography requirements. Call me on 0115 824 3688 or 07884 488692 to start the conversation. Let’s create images that make your food irresistible.
Reviewed by Restaurants, Cafes & Food Brands Across the Midlands
“Absolutely amazing service from the get go. Dom is a true perfectionist – excellent photography skills, very reasonably priced. Will be our go-to guy for food photography.”
“I run a street food business and Dominic has been an amazing photographer – understands the brief and delivers. He’s our go-to man to capture what we need.”
“Dominic did a shoot for some new menu items – he was really accommodating of our specific needs and was fun to work with. Really happy with the outcome.”
“We used Image and Light Photography for a food launch and were extremely happy with the results. Dominic was very professional throughout.”
“Dom is an excellent person to work with, understands the vision straightaway and exceeds expectations upon delivery.”
“This was the first time of having a series of photos taken for my first book of recipes. I was so impressed – not only by the results but also by Dominic’s professionalism and advice.”
