Culinary craft meets visual storytelling.
Vinnie Finn is a commercial food and beverage photographer and director based in Los Angeles. He shoots national advertising campaigns, CPG packaging, and brand libraries for advertising agencies and in-house brand marketing teams. His work spans QSR concepts, beverage and liquid, and packaged food with a focus on appetite appeal. Clients include McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Applebee's, Kellogg's, Campbell's, Hershey's, Starbucks, Jack Daniel's, Tito's Vodka, Disney, and Netflix. His frozen food and ice cream work includes celebrity-branded entrée and appetizer lines for Gordon Ramsay, Guy Fieri, Drew Barrymore, Travis Kelce, and Esther Choi.
He shoots from his studio in downtown Los Angeles, built around a full commercial prep kitchen, food styling space, and a client lounge for large food-focused productions.
My career began as an art director working in Southern California ad agencies, where I honed my skills in visual storytelling and strategic thinking. I bring that background with me on every job I shoot. It also laid the foundation for my transition into photography, which had been a long-time passion.
My love of all things culinary started in my family's Italian restaurant, the kitchen where I grew up. Working in restaurant kitchens throughout college deepened my appreciation for the artistry and effort behind every dish. Today I channel that passion into my photography, striving to capture the stories, emotions, and authentic moments that make food more than just ingredients on a plate.
I believe that my proximity to food and food culture gives me a unique perspective that sets my work apart. I understand the importance of every detail—from the texture of a perfectly seared steak to the vibrant colors of fresh produce. My goal is to create images that not only showcase the beauty of food but also evoke the connections and memories that it inspires.
Whether I’m working in a studio or on location, I approach each project with a commitment to excellence and a deep respect for the craft. I’m always eager to collaborate with brands, agencies, and culinary professionals who share my passion for telling compelling stories through food.
Clients Include
Kellogg’s
KitchenAid
McDonald’s
Netflix
Old El Paso
Pizza Hut
Plum Organics
Smucker’s
Sonic
Souplantation
Starbucks
TGI Fridays
The Wonderful Company
Tillamook
Tito’s Vodka
Total Wine & More
Travis Kelce
Quarto Publishing
VitaHustle
Warner Bros. Discovery
Wienerschnitzel
Annie’s
Applebee’s
Barstool
Bolthouse Farms
Benefit Cosmetics
Betty Crocker
Campbell's
Chipotle
Disney
Drew Barrymore
Dang Foods
Entenmann’s
Esther Choi
Fleming's Steakhouse
Garden Fresh Gourmet
Gordon Ramsay
Guy Fieri
Hershey’s
Hooters
IHOP
Jack Daniel’s
Kellanova

