bold & delicious

The Full Menu

Food photography for the full story. I shoot with aN intentional eye, bringing the same level of care to a styled studio session as I do to a working kitchen or a day out on the farm. Half day, full day, and custom packages available.

  • In-studio food styling and photography

  • Restaurant and hospitality photography

  • Farm, ranch, and agricultural storytelling

  • Product photography, in studio or on location

  • Recipe and cookbook photography

  • Editorial and magazine work

  • Social media and brand content

Baked salmon fillets garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices in a black dish, with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and herbs around it, on a wooden table with a blue striped cloth.
Two yellow bags of Portland Coffee Roasters coffee beans, one labeled Peru and the other labeled Espresso, are placed on a blue and white striped cloth. Coffee beans are scattered on a white marble surface and a wooden cutting board. A glass coffee server is partially visible, and a black kettle is in the background.
Work together
A bowl of chicken and mushroom soup garnished with cilantro, chili peppers, and lime wedges, with fresh cilantro, lime, and chili peppers around it, and a jar of Tom Kha broth nearby.

Studio food photography for food brands, bloggers, cookbook authors, and anyone who needs images that are as real as they are beautiful.

recipes & product

A table with a slice of cheesecake garnished with caramelized orange peels and sauce, and a slice of chocolate cake topped with a red berry, surrounded by drinks including wine, cocktails, and iced beverages.

Your food, your space, the light, the energy, the details that make your restaurant feel like yours. I collaborate with your chef and work around your service hours to document all of it.

RESTAURANTS

A smiling female chef in a white chef's coat in a restaurant kitchen leaning against a stainless steel counter with plates behind her.

Farmers, ranchers, chefs, makers, the people behind the food are often the most compelling part of the story. I shoot with a mix of candid documentary images and portraits TO tell the full story.

food people

Good food speaks for itself. From how it grows to how it's made to how it's plated, I shoot it all bold and exactly as it is. No tricks, no substitutes. What you see is what you eat.

I style with flavor cues, keeping things feeling abundant and delicious. Props and backgrounds are chosen to complement your brand without ever upstaging the star of the show.

approach

Setting the Scene

Interior of a restaurant with wooden beams and metal accents, featuring two large blackboards with white graphic symbols and text indicating Portland location and street names, with a person in pink walking past the counter.

I work around your service hours and in close collaboration with your team. My job is to honor your vision, meet the mood of your space, and make your food look exactly as good as it tastes.

restaurant

Bright kitchen with white walls, large window, wooden cabinets, and a white countertop. Contains potted plants, bottles, and a framed artwork on the wall.

My fully equipped in-home kitchen studio is where I cook, style, and shoot. It's a controlled environment built for food, with a wide variety of props and backgrounds to match your brand.

kitchen studio

A herd of cows standing on a grassy field near a body of water with mountains in the background on a partly cloudy day.

Some of the best food stories start long before the kitchen. I document the people, the place, and the process with candid images and portraits that capture the heart of where food actually comes from.

on location

Seafood boil platter with shrimp, crab legs, corn on the cob, sausage, lemon wedges, chopped herbs, and seasoning in a small bowl.
A pitcher of lemonade with lemon slices and strawberries, a bowl of fresh strawberries, halved lemons, two glasses with ice, strawberries, and lemon slices, a jar of roasted strawberry sundae sauce, all arranged on a red and white striped cloth on a
Two smiling people holding jars of jam and a bottle of sauce standing outside in front of a white tent with the word 'Sugarpine' on it, surrounded by trees.
A picnic setup by a lake with a background of snow-capped mountain, featuring a glass bowl of fresh cherries, two water bottles, and a bowl of mixed nuts on a white cloth.
A woman in a green shirt and blue striped apron smiling while holding a tray of freshly baked apple pies inside a bakery.
Assorted grilled kebabs on a barbecue grill with grill marks, including beef, chicken, and veggie skewers, with a pink surface.
Fresh salmon fillets topped with mixed berries and garnished with lemon slices on a large platter, surrounded by baskets of raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries, with a glass of berry-infused water in the background.
Person holding a hamburger with lettuce, tomato, onions, and a beef patty at a table with beers and condiments in the background.
A person in an orange dress with white patterns holds a bitten peach in front of them, with a blurred background.
A plate of cooked artichokes garnished with lemon slices and herbs, with a side of dipping sauce, on a wooden cutting board with a small bowl of artichoke hearts and a lemon half nearby.
Family picking blueberries in a farm field, smiling, holding buckets of blueberries, with a dog nearby.
Unbaked apple galette with sliced apples inside a rustic pastry crust on a baking sheet
A woman smiling outdoors, wearing a yellow sweatshirt with blue text, a headwrap, and glasses, holding four jars in her hands.
Tortilla chips topped with shredded cheese, black and red beans, and corn, being grilled over an open fire.
Seafood cioppino with shrimp, mussels, and chunks of fish in a tomato broth, garnished with herbs, served with toasted bread.
Fresh strawberries and cherries in blue containers at a market.
Person brushing glaze or sauce onto a roasted whole chicken in a black roasting pan.
A man standing in a field holding a large turkey, surrounded by several other turkeys, with a farm and houses visible in the background on a clear day.
Pomegranate with opened seeds, a small bowl of pomegranate seeds, and a partially peeled pomegranate on a wooden cutting board with a knife.
A white marble countertop with a bowl of oranges, peeled orange segments on a wooden cutting board, and some orange peel scattered around. A child's hand is reaching for a segment.
Chef wearing a beige apron and watch, garnishing multiple plated dishes with a sprinkle of herbs or seasoning in a professional kitchen.
Assorted chocolate candies arranged on a tray, including round truffles, rectangular caramel-filled chocolates, and square chocolates with embossed designs.
A bowl of stir-fried noodles with ground meat, chopped green onions, and dark leafy greens, with chopsticks resting on the edge.
Close-up of espresso shot brewing into a white ceramic cup from a shiny Italian espresso machine.
A person riding a four-wheeler with a herd of sheep in a green field, mountains in the background.
Child holding a large slice of watermelon outdoors.
A woman with short dark hair and wearing a blue shirt and brown apron is taking a pizza out of a wood-fired oven in a pizzeria. The scene includes pizzas on a counter in the foreground, with one pizza visible. There is a black wall and a lamp hanging
A smiling man and woman holding a large fish outdoors near water. They are dressed in casual hoodies, with a rocky shoreline and trees in the background.
Assorted baked goods including cinnamon rolls, muffins, and pastries in a cardboard tray lined with paper
A plate of sliced cucumbers, kimchi, and a bowl of marinated boiled eggs topped with sesame seeds and scallions.
Bowl of fresh strawberries topped with whipped cream and mint, surrounded by a bowl of strawberries, honey dipper, and fresh mint leaves on striped cloth and white surface.
A gourmet burger with pickles, onions, lettuce, cheese, and a beef patty in a bun, served on a white plate with blueberries and coleslaw on the side, with fresh fruits and a drink in the background.
Cooked salmon fillets garnished with chopped herbs and lemon slices.
Two smiling men outdoors, one holding a wooden board with sliced barbecue ribs, the other with one arm around the first man.
Person holding a roasted turkey in a baking pan with oven mitts inside a kitchen.
Person holding a large bouquet of vibrant pink, orange, and white lilies in a brown woven vase and a bottle of rosé wine decorated with pink flowers and the text 'AutZ Oregon Rose'.
A variety of fresh fruits including halved cantaloupe, watermelon slices, peaches, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries arranged on a surface.
Fresh oysters on ice with lemon wedges and a shucking knife.
A male restaurant worker with a beard, wearing a black cap, white shirt, and beige apron, sitting on a red leather booth inside a restaurant with modern lighting and warm decor.
Three bottles of wine, a bowl of green olives, a bunch of red grapes, and a wooden board with cheese and bread slices on a table covered with a blue striped cloth.
Pizza baking inside a home wood-fired oven with a glowing fire in the background.
Lobster, lemon slices, clam roll sandwiches with chopped chives on a wooden cutting board, under a blue cloth.
A man with glasses and a beard holding two red sausages with a tag, standing in front of a table with wrapped sausages and a box of brats, in a room with a white brick wall and red illuminated letters spelling 'MEAT' in the background.
Plate of Thanksgiving foods including sliced turkey with cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, green beans, sweet potatoes, and a mixed green salad, next to a glass of red wine and a bowl of Brussels sprouts, on a checked tablecloth.
Cast iron skillet with grilled sausages, yellow and red bell peppers cooking over an open campfire surrounded by rocks.
A man smiling and wearing a dark long sleeve shirt and baseball cap, harvesting red apples from an orchard.
A person holding a RubyJewel strawberry ice cream sandwich in front of a rocky shoreline and water, with another person holding a cookie in their hand. The ice cream sandwich packaging is pink.
Close-up of fresh strawberries being washed under running water in a metal colander.
Hands holding crumbled yellow cheese.
A colorful tomato and cheese salad with green herbs and black pepper.
Mixed greens salad with poached eggs, pomegranate seeds, candied pecans, and black pepper in a wooden bowl.
Workers in white uniforms and blue hairnets working on food packaging in a clean, industrial kitchen environment.
Two bowls of fish stew garnished with cilantro, with cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs around them.
A skillet of cooked pasta mixed with cherry tomatoes, corn, and shredded cheese.
Person holding a glass of rosé wine above an ice-filled container with several bottles of rosé wine, some with floral labels, on a black countertop.
Four golden-brown croissants on a white serving platter with fresh strawberries at the corner, surrounded by bowls of blueberries, berry jam, butter, and a white dish with empty space, set on a marble surface with a blue cloth napkin nearby.
Yogurt parfait topped with blueberries, sliced bananas, peach slices, granola, and drizzled with honey, on a white plate with a fork, surrounded by a yellow and white checkered cloth and a small cup of jam.
Two women cooking together in a kitchen, smiling and chopping vegetables.
Close-up of a meatloaf sandwich with tomato sauce, bacon, cheese, and greens on a bun, with a knife stabbing through the top bun, on a wooden board with watermelon slices in the background.
An assortment of fall-themed pumpkin and pecan pies on a white table, decorated with orange and brown leaves, dried oranges, and pumpkins, accompanied by whipped cream and slices.
Smiling man with a mustache wearing a denim jacket, plaid shirt, and hat, holding an apple in his right hand, standing outdoors near crates of apples.
Overhead view of chia seed pudding topped with banana slices, strawberries, raspberries, almond flakes, and drizzled with peanut butter and chocolate sauce on a white fluted plate, with additional bowls of berries nearby.
A man smiling and pouring seasoning from a yellow container onto a large bowl of potato chips in an outdoor setting with a red food truck and yellow chairs in the background.

The Photos are honestly next level—something that belongs in an Ina Garten cookbook. There’s a warmth, texture, and story in them that elevates everything we’re trying to bring to our customers.

— Greg B.
A spread of assorted appetizers on a table, including sliced bread, grapes, apples, cheese, cured meats, pickles, shrimp, smoked salmon, and various dips, with glasses of red wine.
Close-up of bunches of blue and pink grapes.
Baked salmon fillets topped with fresh tomato, corn, cilantro, and lime wedges, served on crinkled aluminum foil on a wooden platter, with a side of vegetable salad in the background.
Container of Chinese takeout with orange chicken garnished with green onions and white rice inside.
A person holding a black plate with grilled vegetables, salad, grilled fish, bread, and cherry tomatoes at an outdoor meal, with wine and additional food on a wooden table in the background.
Person picking ripe blackberries from a bush.
A woman leaning against a black brick wall, wearing a black coat, dark wide-brimmed hat, and holding two black packages labeled 'AESTHETE'. She has a tattoo on her neck and one hand has a tattoo, and there is a window and a decorated bush nearby.
A wooden tray with pancakes, bacon, sausage links, strawberries, blueberries, banana slices, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, raspberry jam, orange juice, and raspberries.
Chocolate cookies on a white platter and a marble surface, next to a package of Nuve flourless double chocolate cookie mix. Some cookies are broken on the marble surface.
Pumpkin pie with 'Home Sweet Home' written in powdered sugar on top, surrounded by autumn leaves and a plaid cloth.
Radish-topped open-faced sandwiches on a cutting board and marble surface, with radishes, avocado, and greens nearby.
Three bottles of Stoller wine lying on green grass surrounded by orange, purple, and pink flowers.
Cluster of red and yellow cherries with green stems.
Table setting with bowls of fresh oranges and cranberries, glasses, and utensils on a table with a beige runner.
Close-up of a multi-layered cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, cheese, beef patties, fried onions, a fried egg, and a sandwich bun, with a green outdoor background.
Raw beef, garlic, carrots, dried chili peppers, bay leaves, and spices in a pot for cooking.
A smiling woman standing inside a greenhouse filled with leafy green plants.
A woman sitting on a red bench, smiling, holding two bottles of Nong's Khao Mām Gai, with a colorful table, a potted orchid, and utensils nearby in a bright, airy setting.
A person dipping a slice of apple into caramel sauce with apples and caramel on a plate in the background.
Close-up of cooked spaghetti with black pepper in a black bowl, with a fork lifting a portion of pasta, on a dark gray cloth background.
A woman with long red hair, wearing a white shirt with red stripes, stands in a bright kitchen with white cabinets. She is smiling and leaning on a kitchen counter that has various fresh vegetables including tomatoes, lettuce, and limes.
A plate of barbecue with coleslaw, pickles, baked beans, barbecue sauce, and cornbread, on a red and white checkered tablecloth with two glasses of beer.
Two women standing on a rocky beach, smiling at the camera, dressed in grey hoodies, jeans, and rain boots. One woman is holding a bucket with a rake, and there are trees and houses in the background.
Clams in a green fishing net partially submerged in water on a sandy surface.
Sliced medium-rare beef tenderloin seasoned with spices, garnished with herbs, surrounded by roasted garlic, small potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and green olives.
Close-up of bacon frying in a skillet, with bubbling oil.
A top-down view of a dinner table with a blue plate of kale salad with cranberries, a bowl of chopped greens with red pepper, slices of quiche, and glasses of orange juice.
Two people toasting with brewery glasses of beer, with additional beer glasses on a table and food in the background.
Half an orange, a jar of orange marmalade, a cup of milk, a spoon of marmalade, and toasted bread with marmalade on a white plate, all on a table with a striped blue and white cloth.
Banana split with whipped cream, cherries, sprinkles, and chocolate syrup, surrounded by strawberries, popsicles, and bowls of cherries and nuts on a red checkered tablecloth.
Assorted colorful ice pops on a white plate placed on a grassy surface with yellow flowers, decorated with lemon slices and a pink and orange woven cloth.
Roast pork with carrots and potatoes on a white plate, garnished with fresh herbs and slices of bread nearby.
Fresh mixed salad with sliced apples, bacon bits, pomegranate seeds, leafy greens, and crumbled cheese in a wooden bowl.
A kitchen counter with a bottle of A to Z Chardonnay wine, cheese, grapes, blackberries, olives, pickles, a jar of nuts, and a person taking notes.
Person sprinkling salt on raw salmon fillets on a baking sheet in a kitchen.
Two women smiling, holding bags of corn tortillas, standing in front of a sign for a tortilla stand.
Peach cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top, served on a white plate with fresh peaches nearby.
Containers of organic baby arugula and organic baby spring mix with a bowl of loose mixed greens on a striped cloth surface.
Person chopping tofu on a wooden cutting board over a white pot on a stove.
Slices of blueberry cheesecake on a white cutting board, surrounded by fresh blueberries and a jar of blueberry compote.
Person holding a large fish at a seafood section in a grocery store.
A seafood platter containing oysters on the half shell, cooked shrimp, mussels, watermelon, crab dip, coleslaw, and various dipping sauces, garnished with lemon wedges, herbs, and edible flowers.
Two men wearing black 'Dos Hermanos Bakery' T-shirts holding loaves of bread, standing in front of a rack filled with bread in a bakery.
A platter of fresh strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, sponge cake pieces, and skewers with strawberries and blueberries.
A variety of snacks and appetizers arranged in pink meli divided containers, including grapes, blueberries, olives, assorted cheeses, nuts, dried fruits, meats, chocolate-covered pretzels, strawberries, raspberries, and crackers, on a white marble su
Grilled salmon fillet with lemon slices, served with a fresh vegetable salad containing cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese.
Green and red pear halves topped with granola, seeds, and shredded coconut, garnished with green grapes.
Fresh seafood, vegetables, and herbs on a kitchen countertop, including salmon, shrimp, oysters, lobster, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, garlic, red onion, lemon, and various seasonings.
A Thanksgiving feast with a roasted turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and side dishes, decorated with fall flowers and small white pumpkins.
Roasted cauliflower and sweet potato salad with quinoa, garnished with fresh herbs and a grilled lemon half.
Bowl of spaghetti with meatballs topped with shredded cheese and basil, with sliced bread and a plate of additional spaghetti in the background.
A plate of grilled steak with grilled vegetables, a cob of corn, and a side salad, surrounded by bowls of cherries and olives, cans of beer, and other food items on a wooden outdoor table.
A plate with a large burger sandwich containing lettuce, tomato, pickles, bacon, cheese, and a sauce, garnished with a pickle on top, served alongside potato salad, with a glass of beer and a bowl of strawberries in the background on a wooden table o
Two raw ribeye steaks with marbling on butcher paper, accompanied by a knife, sprinkled spices, herbs, and a lemon.
Two glasses of iced dark beverage garnished with mint leaves, a bottle of Stumptown Cold Brew Concentrate, a metal cocktail shaker, a lime wedge, mint sprigs, and a yellow tablecloth outdoors.
A wedge of Beechers Flagship semi-hard cheese, cubed pieces of cheese, sliced multigrain crackers with oats and seeds, a bunch of green grapes, a cheese knife with a wooden handle, all on a white marble cutting board with a green striped cloth undern
Halved soft-boiled eggs with pink edges topped with seasoned egg yolk mixture garnished with fresh dill on a white platter
Bowl of potato salad with chopped bacon and sliced celery, topped with melting butter.
A woman with red hair, glasses, wearing a red and black checkered shirt, standing among tall green cornstalks in a greenhouse or farm setting.
Two bowls of chicken dumpling soup garnished with fresh herbs, surrounded by fresh carrots, herbs, and a package of Kachka chicken dumplings.
Cylindrical sausages or speckled cured meats hanging in a food drying or curing facility.
Roasted Sacha Inchi seeds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, with a metal scoop resting on top, and a textured cloth at the corner.
French toast topped with sliced bananas, blueberries, bacon, powdered sugar, and syrup on a white plate.
A family of five enjoying a moment together on the front porch, sharing crackers from the brand 'Cracker King', with two girls and one boy, all smiling and engaged.
A pepperoni pizza on a round wooden pizza peel, surrounded by fresh tomatoes, basil, and pizza boxes.
Man in black apron and cap stirring a large pot of red salsa in kitchen
Roasted vegetable salad with garlic, shaved cheese, and lemon slices.
Four white bowls of spaghetti with chopped vegetables, ground meat, kale, topped with shaved cheese, on a gray surface.
Assorted Olympia Provisions sausages and meats, including breakfast sausage, cheddar banger, pecorino parsley, and smoked chorizo, displayed on a wooden surface with a red radish, green herb, and a striped cloth.
A cheesecake with the words 'Neighbour Rewards' written in cocoa powder on top, surrounded by Christmas decorations, gift boxes, and holiday-themed tableware.
A variety of sushi dishes on a wooden cutting board, with salmon, rolls, and sushi wraps, surrounded by plates of sushi, dipping sauces, and beverages on a picnic setup outdoors.
Close-up of a hand harvesting ripe cherries from a cherry tree, surrounded by green leaves.
A variety of bowls and plates with salads, pasta, strawberries, cherries, bread, brie cheese, and lime slices on a wooden table for a outdoor meal.
Smiling woman in apron standing behind a wooden counter with two loaves of bread, baking racks of bread in the background.
Woman preparing vegetables in a bright kitchen with a variety of fresh produce and jars on the countertop.
A cast iron skillet filled with chicken fajitas, red and yellow bell peppers, onions, and garnished with cilantro, surrounded by avocado slices, tomatoes, corn tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, and jalapeño peppers on a yellow cloth.
Two people holding bottles of Brew Dr Kombucha, one labeled 'Clear Mind' and the other 'Island Mango,' outdoors near a beach at sunset.
Coffee beans, two bags of ALTA coffee, a cup of black coffee, a jar of black coffee, and sliced cake on a pink cloth.
A cheese platter with apples, bread, and a knife on a white tray on striped cloth.
Two champagne glasses with orange slices, one being filled with sparkling wine, surrounded by oranges and green leaves on a wooden tray, with a blurred background of warm lights.
Close-up of three cinnamon rolls with icing in a white baking dish, with a gold serving utensil.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Food photography pricing depends on the scope of the project. I offer half and full day rates, with some projects priced by product or setup depending on what's involved. Most projects fall somewhere between $600 and $3,000. The best way to get accurate pricing is to reach out and tell me what you're working on.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through the contact form and I'll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • No deposit required. Payment is due after your session.

  • Yes, styling is included. I work alone on most shoots, collaborate with your team if you have one, and can bring in additional help for larger productions.

  • Yes, shipping works great, or if you're local you're welcome to drop off or arrange a pickup in Portland.

  • Both. We'll figure out the location that makes the most sense for your project and goals after our initial conversation.

  • Yes, with an additional travel fee. Reach out for a custom quote.

  • My food studio work is shot solo from my home kitchen. If you'd like to be present in person, I can arrange a commercial kitchen rental for an additional fee. For on location shoots, you're always welcome to be there. If you'd rather stay remote either way, I can keep you looped in with live digital updates so you can approve things as we go. You can be as involved or as hands off as you like.

  • Most shoots I work alone, but depending on the scope of the project I can bring in people I trust and work with regularly, or collaborate with your in-house team. We'll figure out what makes the most sense after our initial conversation.

  • I have a well stocked background and prop collection, and after our initial conversation I'll put together a mood board of all the options available to you so you can see exactly what we're working with and make sure everything fits your brand.

  • Absolutely, though it's not required. Sometimes a personal touch goes a long way.

  • Your full gallery of high resolution edited files delivered via a private online downloadable gallery. No selecting a limited amount, everything from the shoot is yours.

  • Typically within one week of your shoot. Rush editing is available upon request.

  • It depends on the scope of the project, but after our initial conversation I can give you an accurate estimate of what to expect. Every job includes all of your high resolution edited files. You'll never have to pick from a limited selection.

  • Yes, when shooting from my home studio I cook and style everything myself.