I’m Ian Jones, a Pittsburgh-based photographer specializing in high-quality, story-driven food photography for restaurants, cafés, breweries, and food brands. From entrées to cocktails, I create images and videos that not only make your food look great but also help your business attract more customers. Both in person and online. I serve Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas, including Bridgeville, Washington, Canonsburg, and other Western PA communities. If you need on location restaurant photography, styled product shots, or social media-ready content. I love food, and I love photographing it, but I do it in a way that stands out. There’s just something about it that feels uniquely my style. I can travel light or bring the full studio to you, and either way, we’re going to create something great together: clean, cinematic images that truly pop. It just boils down to your needs and how I can help you achieve them.

Below, you’ll find a selection of my recent work along with a contact form to get in touch.

Smoked cocktail prepared with a torch, photographed overhead by Ian Jones – Pittsburgh food photography specializing in high-end cocktails and bar marketing
Close-up of shrimp and grits topped with microgreens, captured in cinematic style by Ian Jones – Pittsburgh food photography for restaurants and chefs

Why Professional Food Photography Matters

  • Stand out on Google and social media

  • Increase online orders and reservations

  • Build a consistent brand image across menus, websites, and ads

  • Showcase the quality and detail of your dishes


Pittsburgh Food Photography Beyond the Plate


It’s not just about the food or the perfect plating. It’s about the experience. I offer Pittsburgh food photography that goes beyond the dish, capturing the lifestyle of people actually enjoying your food, your space, and your atmosphere. From the vibe of your location to the energy of your customers, my work brings your restaurant to life and sells not only the meal but the environment that makes it unforgettable. Want more than just plated food shots? I offer intimate food photography sessions that focus on your personal chef, the preparation, cooking, and process behind each dish. These behind-the-scenes moments bring your story to life and connect with your audience in a way menu photos alone can’t. Click below to see what I mean.

Lifestyle food photography by Ian Jones at Jim’s Famous Sauce in West Mifflin, PA — woman enjoying a hotdog for social media and restaurant marketing.
Close-up of a craft cocktail in a rocks glass topped with skewered marshmallows dusted with spice, photographed by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones
Cinematic gourmet burger with melted cheese, bacon, and red onions, photographed by Ian Jones – Pittsburgh food photography for restaurants and food brands

Services Offered

  • Restaurant and café photography

  • Menu photography and updates

  • Social media content creation

  • Short-form food videos and reels

  • Food styling and creative direction

  • Google Business photo updates for better local SEO

  • Lifestyle Food Photography

 

Ready to make your food look as good as it tastes?

Have a project in mind? Send me the details using the form below and I’ll be in touch within 24 hours.

Lifestyle food photography by Ian Jones at Jim’s Famous Sauce in West Mifflin, PA — woman reaching for a hotdog for social media and restaurant marketing.
Overhead view of a craft cocktail with a sugared rim, large ice cube, rosemary sprig, and toasted marshmallow garnish – photographed by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones
Close-up of Peters Pasta shaping a sheet of brown dough on a wooden countertop in a bakery setting, photographed by Ian Jones, Pittsburgh food photography
Pittsburgh food photography by Ian Jones of ISJDesigns showing crispy Brussels sprouts drizzled with a sweet sesame glaze, garnished with scallions, served in a black bowl on a dark wood table.