Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions *
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I specialize in commercial food photography, working across restaurants, food brands, and packaged goods.
This includes:
Editorial and restaurant food photography
Food product photography for brands and CPG
Imagery for menus, packaging, campaigns, and digital use
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I’m based in the Chicago suburbs and work throughout Chicago and the surrounding area.
Travel for select projects can be discussed as needed.
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Yes.
I regularly work with:
Restaurants and chefs
Independent food brands
Packaged goods and CPG companies
Designers, marketers, and publishers
Each project is approached based on its intended use and scope.
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Projects are quoted based on:
Scope of work
Intended usage
Number of deliverables
Timeline and production needs
I don’t offer one-size-fits-all pricing.
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Yes. Depending on the project, assignments may be scoped as:
Half-day shoots
Full-day shoots
Multi-day or ongoing engagements
We’ll determine what makes the most sense during the planning stage.
I prioritize messages regarding custom work and creative collaborations.
(If you just want to talk pop culture, share a thrift store find, or discuss a video, the best place to reach me is on Instagram.)
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Item descMost projects follow a simple structure:
Clarifying usage, goals, and scope
Planning the shoot and visual direction
On-set photography and styling
Editing and final delivery
The emphasis is on preparation and consistency rather than volume.ription
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Yes, depending on the project.
Some assignments involve:
Photographer-led styling
Collaborative styling with a stylist or chef
Refinement and adjustment on set
If a dedicated stylist is needed, that will be discussed up front.
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Turnaround time depends on scope and usage.
Typical timelines range from:
A few days for smaller projects
One to two weeks for larger assignments
Deadlines are discussed before the shoot and respected.
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I edit all final images for:
Color accuracy
Contrast and tonal consistency
Clean, professional presentation
I avoid excessive manipulation or trend-driven effects unless specifically requested.
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Yes.
I regularly work with independent restaurants and brands, provided expectations, scope, and usage are clear.
Fit matters more than size.
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Use the contact form and include:
A brief description of the project
Intended usage (menu, packaging, campaign, etc.)
Timeline or deadline
I respond to all serious inquiries.
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Yes, selectively.
While my primary focus is commercial food photography, I do take on select non-food projects that align with my approach to lighting, composition, and discipline.
If you have a project that doesn’t fit neatly into food or product photography, feel free to reach out with details and intended usage.
Fit matters more than category.