ced latte with foam and striped straw photographed by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — cinematic beverage photography for restaurants and cafes.
Stack of crispy pierogi fritters drizzled with ranch dressing, photographed by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — professional food photography for restaurants and menus.
Fresh baked artisan pizza on a wooden table with serving spatula, photographed by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — professional food photography for restaurants and marketing.
Alt text: Juicy steak sandwich with melted cheese, pickled onions, and fries captured by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — restaurant food photography for menus and marketing.
Colorful plate of glazed pork belly with scallions and pickled vegetables, captured by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — cinematic food photography for restaurants and marketing.
Craft cocktail topped with toasted marshmallow garnish on a rustic wooden table, captured by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — cinematic beverage photography for bars and restaurants
Alt text: Close-up forkful of pasta, spinach, and sautéed mushroom, styled by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — cinematic food photography for menus and social media.
Iced latte topped with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle, with spices being sprinkled, photographed by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — beverage photography for cafes and cocktail menus.
Chef dramatically sprinkling salt into a steaming pot outdoors, photographed by Pittsburgh food photographer Ian Jones — creative culinary photography for chefs, restaurants, and marketing campaigns.

Why Hire Me as Your Pittsburgh Food Photographer?

When it comes to food and beverage photography, it’s not just about taking a picture of a plate, it’s about creating imagery that sells. I combine a cinematic approach with professional-grade equipment and marketing strategy to make your dishes and drinks stand out.

  • Cinematic Visuals That Stand Out – Shot on the Sony A1, a high-resolution professional camera, with a wide array of lenses and lighting setups. This means I can capture your restaurant, bar, or kitchen on location with crisp detail and cinematic style.

  • Marketing-Driven Photography – Every photo is designed with marketing in mind. Optimized for menus, websites, digital ads, and social media campaigns.

  • Food & Beverage Expertise – From craft cocktails and coffee drinks to gourmet entrees and comfort food, I know how to style and capture your offerings so they look as good as they taste.

  • Flexible & Collaborative – Whether you’re a restaurant, bar, or food brand, I work with you to understand your vision and create visuals that fit your unique style.

  • Local & Nationwide – Based in Pittsburgh, I also serve Western Pennsylvania, including Robinson, Canonsburg, Bridgeville, and Washington, PA. I’m willing to travel if needed.

Professional Pittsburgh food photography close-up of fresh vegetables and peppers being prepared with syrup drizzle, styled for restaurant marketing by Ian Jones ISJDESIGNS

With a 5-star Google rating and over 29 million Google views on my food photography, I bring more than just “nice” images. I go beyond what most photographers offer by helping you market your visuals strategically. From teaching you how to properly name your files for Google SEO, to writing effective alt image data for your website and optimizing your Google Business profile, I make sure your food and beverage photography isn’t just eye-catching, it’s discoverable and driving customers to you.

Unlike many high-end photographers in Pittsburgh who require restaurants to bring dishes to their home studios, I specialize in on-location photography. That means I come directly to your restaurant, bar, or kitchen. No stressful food prep for transport, no worrying about plating surviving the trip, and no need to leave your own space. This keeps things authentic, efficient, and far less overwhelming for your restaurant, while still delivering professional-grade visuals.

Because it’s just me, you won’t face added expenses for a food stylist, assistants, prop stylists, producers, creative directors, chefs, or extra kitchen staff. I handle everything. Photography, lighting, styling, and creative direction. You get cinematic-quality food and beverage photography without the inflated costs or large crews.

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