About
Sharon Cosgrove is a professional food photographer based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. With 20 years of experience in the photography industry and a First-Class Honours Degree in Design from the University of Ulster, Sharon brings creativity, precision, and a touch of realism to every project. Known for her keen eye for composition, colour, and detail, she captures food in a way that feels both beautiful and authentic.
Awards & Recognition
Finalist, Great British Entrepreneur of the Year Award (2022)
Finalist, Irish Food Writing Awards – Food Photography (Professional, 2023)
IFEX Food Photographer of the Year (2024)
Finalist, World Food Photography Awards (2025)
Over the years, Sharon has worked with some of the UK and Ireland’s most recognisable brands, including M&S, Waitrose, Costa Coffee, Dale Farm, Mash Direct, and White’s Oats.
Her dedicated food photography studio, located in Weavers Court, Belfast, is equipped with state-of-the-art lighting, an extensive prop collection, and a wide range of surfaces and backdrops—ensuring every shoot is styled and captured to perfection.
Outside the Studio
When she’s not behind the camera, Sharon enjoys time with her husband and dogs, a strong cup of coffee and exploring new flavours.
Info
Sharon Cosgrove
10B Weavers Court, Linfield Road Belfast, BT12 5GH
www.sharoncosgrovephotography.com
07761556637
This is the second time I’ve worked with Sharon, and it definitely won’t be the last! From the initial planning calls right through to the shoot, she is a dream to work with. We couldn’t be happier with the final shots for our Christmas campaign - every image is so well thought out, and her attention to detail is incredible! Can’t wait for the next one!
Katie Carson, Mash Direct.
Sharon has an incredible studio in Belfast with plenty of space and all of the props and backdrops you could imagine! We were delighted with the final images and would love to work with Sharon again - highly recommend!
Esmee Hall, Freelance Marketing Projects Manager
We’ve now worked with Sharon twice for our marketing product photography, and each time she has delivered outstanding results. Her attention to detail and ability to capture our products at their very best is second to none. The quality of the images is exceptional, and her creativity really shines through in every shot.
Not only is Sharon highly skilled, but she also makes the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. Her friendly, professional approach puts everyone at ease, and she understands exactly what we are trying to achieve.
We’re thrilled with the service and final results, a fantastic experience from start to finish. We look forward to working with Sharon again on future projects and highly recommend her to anyone looking for high-quality product photography!Karen Kelly, Wafer.
Sharon is a creative that I trust implicitly. She's captured exceptional product and lifestyle photography for me across two companies and categories, and I was delighted to continue working with her when I moved jobs. She's a pleasure to work with, highly reliable, and I'd recommend her to anyone looking for outstanding food photography.
Sarah Harvey, Mallon Foods.
Sharon took a range of product and drinks photos for me recently. Before the shoot we discussed style, props etc. On the day Sharon had some great ideas re presenting the products - no mean feat to make teatowels and tote bags look good but she managed it in such a creative and effective way.
Sharon managed to do lots of shots in designated time - nothing was too much trouble! Would highly recommend.Paula McIntyre.
Love Sharon's work. Very professional, speedy edits and incredibly creative. Highly recommend. Professional and stunning photos. Sharon has a fantastic creative eye. Will defo be back for our next product.
Robyn McWhirter, Sweet Robyn’s.
Sharon is a wizard with a camera. The work she produces for my company Refuge Hot Chocolate is always outstanding. She manages to capture the essence of the brand and products that are requested by the company and also the wow factor with our food products that our customers want. She knows her way around a kitchen which definitely comes through with her creativity and mock ups of serving suggestions.
I always know that when I leave products with Sharon she will do something transformational with them. Which is so exciting from one creator to another.
Tara Mullan, Refuge Hot Chocolate
Great photo shoot, relaxed and understood immediately what was required. Will definitely use Sharon again for further shoots and have already recommended her to future clients
Kay Armstrong, Deli Muru.
Gorgeous, gorgeous photos by Sharon Cosgrove Photography. Just so magical - Sharon has an amazing eye, she really captured the relaxed, informal feel of the evening. Beauties!
Erin Bunting, The Edible Flower
I had been following Sharon's page for a while and when the time came for getting some product photography, there was only ever one photographer we wanted. From our first meeting, Sharon was so enthusiastic about the project and we knew we would get incredible results. She did not disappoint!🤩 We were delighted with the results and have been recommending Sharon to everyone!
Carole Kearney, Armstrong’s Twisted Fish