Michael Glass
Food & Restaurant Photographer based in Jacksonville, Florida
Nice to Meet You
I’m Michael Glass, a food and restaurant photographer serving Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and Northeast Florida. I create premium photos and video that help restaurants, bars, hotels, and hospitality brands show off what they do best and connect with the people they want walking through the door.
With over a decade of production experience in the advertising world, I bring an eye for detail and a well-founded knowledge of what works in today’s commercial landscape.
Whether you need menu photography, atmospheric interiors, or cinematic video to use online or on air, I’m here to help you stand out and make a lasting impression.
What I Offer
- Food & Beverage Photography
- Restaurant Interior & Atmosphere
- Menu Photography
- Social Media Content Creation
- Video & Reels Production
- Brand Photography
Professional Affiliations
I'm proud to be a member of professional organizations that uphold high standards in photography and business.
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
Member under HeadsUp Headshots, my headshot photography service
American Advertising Federation Jacksonville
Member in good standing, supporting advertising excellence in Northeast Florida
Professional Photographers of America
Member in good standing, committed to excellence in professional photography
My Creative Journey
Many moments built the foundation and molded my creativity into what it is today.
Studio Model & Darkroom Helper
I spent a lot of time around a camera during my first few years. My dad was a photographer, and I was often the stand-in while he dialed in lighting and composition.
Fun fact: I still have the pictured backdrop (as well as some others) in my repertoire.
High School
In high school, I finally clicked into the creative side of things. I discovered Photoshop, lived on tutorials, and started paying attention to photography in a real way. I was constantly on photography outings when I wasn't in school or working at Publix.
I joined Photography Club and was awarded “Most Artistic” my senior year. Looking back, it’s funny how obvious the path was.
University
I started college aiming for Computer Science, but it didn’t take long to realize I was chasing the wrong thing. After bouncing through an undecided stretch, I found advertising and it instantly made sense.
It combined everything I cared about: photography, design, creative problem solving, and marketing. I graduated in 2015 with a B.S. in Communications (Advertising) from the University of North Florida, and I was already working in social and creative roles along the way.
Dalton Agency - Round 1
I began my career in advertising at Dalton Agency, starting as an intern and quickly realizing I’d found my place. I was eventually hired into the social media department, where I learned how to build content that actually performs, across a wide range of clients and industries.
That stretch taught me pacing, consistency, and how to create on a deadline without losing the craft. It’s where the “make it work, make it good, make it repeatable” mindset really stuck.
Annyeong, Korea
In 2016, I took a big left turn and moved to South Korea to teach English. I needed a reset, a challenge, and a little perspective outside the same routines.
Living abroad stretched me in the best way. I made lifelong friends, experienced places I’d only seen in movies, and took more photos than ever. Travel has a way of sharpening your eye, and that chapter still influences how I see and shoot today.
Dalton Agency - Round 2
When I moved back home, I returned to Dalton and grew from Content Creator into my current role as Creative Content Director & Strategist. Over the years, I’ve had the chance to sharpen my skills in photography, videography, graphic design, editing, motion graphics, and advertising strategy alongside an incredibly talented team.
Through the agency, I’ve created photo and video work across a wide range of industries, from hospitality and lifestyle to finance, automotive, and nonprofits.
Along the way, I met the love of my life, Shelby, moved to Tampa for a bit during COVID, put down permanent roots back in Jacksonville just south of San Marco in 2022, and married her in 2023.
Founded Glass Creative Co.
After years of agency work, I launched Glass Creative Co. to focus on what I'm most passionate about—food and restaurant photography. My goal is to help local restaurants, bars, and hospitality brands in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida tell their stories through compelling imagery that connects with their audiences and drives results.
Ready to Create?
Let's discuss your next project and how we can bring your vision to life.
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