I’m a commercial photographer specializing in food, hospitality, and product imagery for restaurants, brands, and agencies. I translate briefs into menu-ready, campaign-ready, and social-first visuals with consistent lighting, accurate color, and polished post-production. Based in Raleigh, NC and available for travel (including Florida). I offer fast, organized delivery, plus retouching and export packages sized for web, print, and social. Typical deliverables include hero dishes, menu sets, ambiance/storytelling shots, beverage imagery, and product/ecommerce content—shot lists and creative direction included when needed.

YULY FOLEY

I’m a commercial photographer specializing in food, hospitality, and product imagery for restaurants, brands, and agencies. I translate briefs into menu-ready, campaign-ready, and social-first visuals with consistent lighting, accurate color, and polished post-production. Based in Raleigh, NC and available for travel (including Florida). I offer fast, organized delivery, plus retouching and export packages sized for web, print, and social. Typical deliverables include hero dishes, menu sets, ambiance/storytelling shots, beverage imagery, and product/ecommerce content—shot lists and creative direction included when needed.

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I’m a commercial photographer specializing in food, hospitality, and product imagery for restaurants, brands, and agencies. I translate briefs into menu-ready, campaign-ready, and social-first visuals with consistent lighting, accurate color, and polished post-production.

Based in Raleigh, NC and available for travel (including Florida). I offer fast, organized delivery, plus retouching and export packages sized for web, print, and social.

Typical deliverables include hero dishes, menu sets, ambiance/storytelling shots, beverage imagery, and product/ecommerce content—shot lists and creative direction included when needed.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Owner / Lead Photographer at Azy Foley Photography
January 1, 2012 - October 30, 2025
Lead all phases of commercial and creative photography projects from concept to delivery, partnering with local businesses, restaurants, and organizations to produce high-impact imagery. Deliver consistent, color-accurate images for marketing, menus, websites, and social media. Manage digital assets and post-production workflows using Adobe Creative Suite and SmugMug. Integrate AI-based editing tools to enhance workflow efficiency and precision.
Fashion Photographer at Angel Sanchez USA, Inc.
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Captured runway and backstage imagery for New York Fashion Week, delivering editorial-quality visuals for digital campaigns and social media. Published in Women’s Wear Daily RTW Spring 2017 and Estampa Magazine Latin America.
Fashion Photographer at Angel Sanchez USA, Inc.
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Captured runway/backstage content for New York Fashion Week; delivered editorial-quality assets for campaigns and social. Published in Women’s Wear Daily (RTW Spring 2017) and Estampa Magazine (Latin America).

Education

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Qualifications

MBA in Finance
April 11, 2022 - October 30, 2024

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other
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    This project highlights a storytelling approach to small business and branding photography for Debby’s Drive-Thru Coffee, a locally loved café serving handcrafted drinks and pastries with a personal touch.

    Photographed on location in Durham, NC, this session captures the heart of Debby’s brand — from the golden-hour glow over the drive-thru window to the rich textures of freshly brewed coffee and genuine smiles shared between baristas and customers.

    Designed for use across websites, Google Business listings, and social media, the images showcase the warmth, authenticity, and community spirit that make Debby’s stand out.

    Keywords: Durham commercial photographer, small business branding photography, coffee shop photography, lifestyle photographer North Carolina, Azy Foley Photography, food and beverage photography.

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    uniE621 Corporate Branding & Storytelling Video — CVS Health
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    uniE608 Brand Story & Promotional Video — Delish Market & Creamery
    Role & Scope: As the lead videographer and content strategist, I collaborated with Delish Market & Creamery to conceptualize, shoot, edit, and deliver a high-impact promotional video tailored for their brand presence online and in-store. Client: Delish Market & Creamery — A fresh, modern deli-market concept offering handcrafted sandwiches, frozen yogurt, and curated grab-and-go items in Fayetteville, NC. Objectives: Capture the brand’s vibrant in-store atmosphere and authentic customer experience. Showcase signature menu items, behind-the-scenes preparation, and the friendly team dynamic. Create versatile video assets optimized for social media, website hero placement, and digital marketing. Reinforce Delish’s identity as a community-driven, modern food concept in the Fayetteville region. Deliverables: A 60–90 second hero video suitable for web home-page use 15–30 second social-friendly cuts for Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok B-roll footage of interior/exterior, food close-ups, service interactions, team portraits Full HD (or optionally 4K) export, color-graded for vibrant brand colors Format-ready versions for IG Stories, YouTube/website, and local digital signage Key Highlights: Utilized natural light and ambient in-store light to emphasize the freshness and warmth of the brand Filmed staff at work (wrapping sandwiches, pouring frozen yogurt, and customer interactions) to build authentic storytelling Included brand signage and location-specific details (“2153 Valleygate Dr, Fayetteville”) to anchor the video in place and support local-search optimization Delivered an on-brand visual narrative aligned with Delish’s mission of offering “real food, not just grab-and-go” Outcome & Use: Delish now has a powerful video asset they can roll into their website, social channels, email marketing, and in-store displays — strengthening their visual brand identity, improving audience engagement, and supporting their launch into the Fayetteville market.