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They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and that couldn’t be more true when it comes tofood. The right photograph can make a dish look absolutely mouthwatering and can helpelevate a brand to the next level. However, not everyone has the skills and equipment neededto take high-quality food photos. That’s where a food […]

Tips for Hiring Your First Food Photographer and Elevating Your Brand

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Introduction The right lighting can make all the difference between a bland, unappetizing image and a mouth-watering masterpiece in the world of food photography. I can attest to the importance of understanding how lighting works and how to manipulate it to showcase the food at its best as a food photographer. We’ll delve into the […]

The Importance of Lighting in Food Photography: Tips and Tricks from Our Studio

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Introduction It’s no secret that the food industry is booming. I’ve heard from so many food brands that being seen and heard gets harder by the day. With so many food brands competing for customers and shelf space, standing out is a huge struggle. No matter how delicious your product might be, every other brand […]

Food Photography for Food Brands: How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market

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Food Photography Transforms Your Social Media Presence You’ve been living in a secluded cave if you don’t already know that social media marketing is a powerful way to reach customers. Food brands understand that having a Facebook and Instagram is as important as having a business bank account. My friend refuses to go to any […]

The Role of Food Photography in Social Media Marketing

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As the saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” In the food industry, this couldn’t be truer. Food photography plays a crucial role in promoting a restaurant’s brand and attracting customers. Whether it’s through social media, a website, or a menu, visually appealing food photos can make all the difference in getting potential […]

The Role of a Food Photographer in Promoting Your Restaurant’s Brand

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Intro With the ever-evolving world of food and food marketing, in 2023 it’s important for food brands to stay ahead of the game and focus on the right things. So here are 5 things food brands should focus on in 2023, and how hiring a food photographer can help. Authenticity Customers want transparency and honesty […]

2023: Stay Ahead Of The Game

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Introduction Hiring a food photographer is a huge investment. What most people don’t think about or see is the behind the scenes. There’s a whole team involved in the production: food stylists, assistants, and depending on budget, a prop stylist. There’s so many layers in planning a shoot and making your vision come to life. […]

How to Make Sure Your Food Photographer Gets the Shot You Want

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When I quit my job in 2017 and started a food photography creative business, I thought it would be easy. In the beginning of my food photography creative business, it was one of the most exciting things I did. Why? Because it gave me the opportunity to make my own rules, create my own deadlines, […]

3 Things No One Tells You About Starting A Food Photography Creative Business

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Introduction When Alice Waters wrote in The Art of Simple Food, “good food is a right and not a privilege,” she was speaking about the way we prepare food at home. But she could just as easily have been speaking about the way we photograph it. As professional food photographer Georgina Hayden tells me, “I […]

A Food Photographer Who Will Capture Your Style

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I’ve been shooting food professionally since 2015, and I’ve seen a lot of people come and go in this industry. One thing that hasn’t changed is the fact that there’s no shortage of people who want to be great food photographers. But what makes someone truly great? What are the things that make the difference […]

11 Things Great Food Photographers Do

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