Food & Drink Photography in Essex & London

Close-up of fried rice with chopped carrots, green peas, mushrooms, and sliced green onions.
A white bowl of yogurt topped with mixed berries, a sprig of mint, and cinnamon sticks, on a blue surface with scattered rice and a sliced strawberry on a wooden board.
An old fashion cocktail with orange peel and maraschino cherry garnish, set against a dark background.
A small dessert with layers of cake and cream, topped with powdered sugar on a pink and gold plate, with a red background.
A bowl of shrimp and rice soup garnished with lime slices, fresh herbs, and red peppers on an orange background.
A wooden cutting board with ginger slices and a small black dish of soy sauce on a white surface.
A bowl of fried rice with vegetables and chicken, a small cup of soy sauce, a pack of Tilda Chinese special fried rice, and a wooden cutting board with chopped mushrooms and diced carrots on a reddish background.
A wooden cutting board with sliced squash and mushrooms, a bowl of soy sauce, and a pair of chopsticks on a yellow surface.
A white bowl of rice mixed with peas, yellow bell peppers, and garnished with parsley and cilantro, on a green surface.
A top-down view of a pot of chili topped with sliced jalapeños and cilantro on a dark surface.
A plate of seared meat sliced on top of rice, garnished with green herbs and shredded vegetables, served with sauce around the dish, on a pink surface with chopsticks nearby.
Close-up of seasoned fried chicken wings and roasted potatoes with herbs on a colorful serving dish.
Falling rice, green peas, and diced orange vegetables being tossed in a frying pan, held by a person against a white background.
A pink plate filled with a chopped vegetable salad, placed on a yellow wooden table.
Close-up of a burger with grilled beef patty, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and purple cabbage in a sesame seed bun on a wooden board, with a side of sauce and a bowl of fries in the background on a blue table.
A mint julep cocktail, placed on a white surface with a sliced lime nearby, in bright sunlight.
A bowl of fried rice with vegetables on a vibrant red and yellow background.
Close-up of a scoop of rice garnished with basil leaves, served with lemon slices and a spicy orange sauce on a white plate.
A white oval plate with a mound of rice topped with sliced steak, green onions, and sauce, garnished with shredded vegetables on a pink background.
A bowl of shrimp and rice soup garnished with lemon wedges, herbs, and basil, on an orange background. Next to it is a packet of Tilda soy and ginger sticky rice. Below is a wooden cutting board with ginger slices, ginger juice, and soy sauce.
A pot of cooked chili with beans and vegetables on a dark surface, surrounded by bowls of lime wedges, sour cream with chopped herbs, and fresh chili peppers, garlic, and rice.
Bowl of fried rice with mixed vegetables including peas, carrots, and pieces of chicken on red background.
Close-up of Mexican-style bean and vegetable stew garnished with a lime wedge and tortilla chips.
Close-up of a shrimp in a bowl of orange-colored spicy seafood soup garnished with chopped herbs and black pepper, with a portion of rice and red pepper visible on the side.
Bowl of dessert with raspberries, blueberries, a sprig of mint, and cinnamon sticks on top, placed on a blue background.
Close-up of a bowl of fried rice with vegetables, including green onions and mushrooms, against an warm yellow background.
A pink background with a wooden cutting board in the left, a white plate with a sushi dish in the middle, and a pair of chopsticks on the right.
A close-up of a hand slicing red radishes on a wooden cutting board with a decorative black and silver knife, with some sliced radishes and a small pile of green onion slices visible.
A close-up of a ladle filled with chili beans in a thick, spicy sauce above a pot of chili with beans and meat.
Grilled chicken pieces served with cherry tomatoes and a side of sauce in a yellow bowl on a colorful background.

Process

Pre-Production & Creative Planning for Food Photography

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Every successful food photography shoot begins with clear objectives. Whether I’m creating menu photography for restaurants or building a commercial food photography asset library for a national brand, I collaborate closely with you to define the visual direction and imagery required. From moodboarding to lighting strategy, this stage ensures the food photography brief is clearly defined—so the shoot runs efficiently and with a shared creative vision.

Professional On-Location & Studio Food Photography

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This is where planning meets precision and purpose. Working on-site at your restaurant kitchen or in a dedicated food photography studio, I photograph dishes using bold compositions, controlled lighting, and a strong focus on colour and texture. Each image is crafted to showcase your food at its best, whether for menus, marketing campaigns, or digital content.

Food Photo Retouching, Colour Grading & Image Delivery

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I meticulously curate, grade and retouch the images to ensure a consistent, clean aesthetic across the entire project. The visuals are delivered in tailored formats—ready for print, menu design, or digital platforms. The result is a library of impactful imagery that reflects the standard of your craft and speaks directly to your audience.

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“…when we started developing our recent campaigns for Tilda, he was the first person who came to mind — and he absolutely delivered. His ideas were spot on, and he has this brilliant ability to help us visualise concepts before we even step on set.” 

— Imogen Robins | Global Social Media Manager at Tilda Rice Ltd

Contact

 
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Harry Hughes | Food & Drink Photographer in Essex & London

I create clean and considered food and drink photography that highlights quality, texture, and craft. I collaborate with brands, restaurants, and producers looking to bring their products to life with tailored and impactful visuals for menus, packaging, and marketing.

For availability, pricing, or to discuss a brief please contact me.

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