Hi! I’m Jesse Colton, a food photographer and chef based in Raleigh, North Carolina. I believe every restaurant has its own story and a strong connection to the community around it. My goal is to help bring that story to life through inviting, authentic visuals that show people who you are and what you’re about. Let’s work together and share your vision.

Person holding a large, marbled raw beef steak with a long bone against a brick wall background.
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A person wearing an apron is pouring green sauce over a cooked, sliced steak on a plate.
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A black platter of sushi rolls garnished with edible purple flowers and orange fish roe, with a glass of amber-colored cocktail on a wooden table.
A close-up of a coffee machine brewing espresso into a glass mug.
A clear glass coffee cup filled with black coffee, sitting on a wooden table.
A person is pouring steamed milk into a cup of coffee, creating latte art with a fern design.
A glass of red cocktail with ice cube splashing as a cube is dropped into the drink, set on a bar counter with a blurred bar background.
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A cocktail in a coupe glass with an orange garnish on a marble bar counter in a dimly lit bar or restaurant setting.
Person holding a glass of red cocktail with ice cubes, on a bar counter with a metal surface, in a dimly lit bar setting.
Close-up of thinly sliced cured ham or prosciutto with marbled red and white fat.
A pink cocktail garnished with a pink flower petal and an edible flower, served on a marble bar counter, with a hand placing a cherry garnish on it.
A slice of cherry cheesecake with cherry syrup being poured on top, surrounded by fresh cherries on a light blue background.
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Three slices of bread with various toppings: the top with peanut butter, raspberries, and honey; the middle with cream cheese, sliced cucumber, radish, and dill; the bottom with cream cheese, sliced strawberries, and chopped pistachios.
Three scoops of ice cream in waffle cones, placed in a wooden holder. The ice cream flavors are strawberry, pistachio, and vanilla. The background is a soft, cloudy sky.
A bowl of pasta with beef and sauce, garnished with shaved cheese and herbs, on a wooden table with a glass of red wine, bread basket, and lit candle in the background.
A tall glass filled with a red beverage and ice cubes, placed on a white marble table in a dimly lit bar setting.
Close-up of a tall burger with lettuce, tomato, pickles, cheddar cheese, and a beef patty on a bun, with a dark background.
Person holding a plate with a slice of cheesecake topped with strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries.
Close-up of toast with avocado, cherry tomatoes, poached egg, and partially broken runny yolk, served on a white plate.
A plated dish of cooked salmon topped with fresh greens, served over a bed of roasted vegetables and a smooth orange sauce on a black plate.
A person holding a pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw on a toasted bun, served on a blue tray with grilled corn and potato salad, a glass of iced tea, on a wooden table with a red checkered napkin.