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Food has fascinated me for as long as I can remember. I studied catering, bread making, and confectionery at the College of Business Studies in Belfast, but it was when I discovered patisserie that I knew I’d found my true passion.After college, I trained in the professional pastry kitchens of Selfridges and The Ritz Hotel in London, spending three years developing my skills. From there, I worked with some of the most respected names in the industry—Albert Roux at The House of Albert Roux, Paul Rankin at the Michelin-starred Roscoff in Belfast, and Sir Terence Conran at Sartoria, London.These roles gave me over a decade of hands-on experience in high-end kitchens, where I learned the importance of precision, presentation, and creativity—all skills that naturally led me to a career as a food stylist.
When I returned to Northern Ireland to raise my two boys, I felt drawn to learn more. I studied Food Science and Technology at Loughry College, gaining insight into food manufacturing and product development—knowledge that now helps me understand and support my clients’ business needs.
Not long after graduating, a designer friend asked if I could plate food for a shoot—and just like that, my career as a food stylist began. I was hooked. As a pastry chef, I’d always loved the visual side of food, so styling felt like a natural next step.
I spent the next ten years refining my craft in still food photography, before expanding into TV commercials, video content, and eventually, feature film work.
Alongside commercial projects, I regularly collaborate with photographers on creative shoots—often producing work we enter into international food photography competitions like the Pink Lady® Food Photographer and the World Food Photography of the Year Awards. These sessions push us creatively and technically, helping us stay inspired and continually refine our craft.
I also run bespoke masterclasses with photographers, offering insight into the art of food styling for stills and video. It’s a chance to share what I’ve learned, experiment, and stay at the top of my game.
Award-winning food stylist & home economist with 20+ years’ experience creating standout visuals for cookbooks, film, and ad campaigns. Based in Northern Ireland.