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Photography is empowering. It opens up new perspectives and creates connections to our past, present, and future. Not convinced? Take food photography. Whether you’re taking pictures of your own culinary creations or simply sharing a favorite meal with friends via social media, there are numerous ways that these snapshots can enrich our lives. Food photography […]

Food Photography Is Empowering

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As a food photographer, I find myself looking for captivating food images that portray the excitement and beauty of food. I’ll tell you why. I’ve asked chefs, restauranteurs, food stylists, and many people what makes me stand out when it comes to photographing food. Some said I’m bold, some said I’m imaginative, while others simply […]

Reasons Why People Are Drawn To Me As A Food Photographer

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You’re unique, and the world needs your voice and point of view. What makes your work distinctive? Is it the props you use? Your lighting techniques? Your editing skills in Photoshop? Or your storytelling skills? Many factors are involved in creating your personal style, but it starts with knowing yourself. Combine your imagination, concepts, and […]

Why Being Unique Is The Most Important Thing You Can Do As a Food Photographer

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Everybody gets creative blocks. Everybody. Have you ever just felt like your creativity was tapped out? Like you had nothing left to give? As a food photographer, you’re expected to be a creative genius. People want you to have the perfect shot of their dish ready and waiting in your back pocket. And most of […]

How I Get Over Creative Blocks

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I want to talk with you about the work-life grind, a tricky balance. When you have a 9-5 job, you have a set schedule to follow. You know when you are supposed to be at the office, how long the day would last, and how long it would take you to get home. But being […]

The Work-Life Grind, A Complicated Balance

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It’s been almost four years since I left my office job, and it has been a wild ride. I’ve learned a lot since starting my food photography business. I’m not going to lie and say that the road has been smooth sailing because it hasn’t. Running a business was never something I planned to do. […]

What I’ve Learned Since Starting My Food Photography Business

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How Food Photography Turned Me Into A Dreamer. If you had asked me five years ago what my life revolved around, the word “photography” would not have crossed my mind. Today I’m a dreamer and a believer in the endless possibilities that photography offers. I live a new life, learning about food and photography techniques […]

How Food Photography Turned Me Into A Dreamer

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I create food photography that tells stories.   Christmas. It delights; it warms and creates the coziest feelings deep inside us. Families gather, traditions increase the love and the annual bustle is magical for a time. Christmas is about togetherness. The feeling of being in a charming village with cozy houses stacked along snowy streets. […]

How Christmas Memories Inspires Food Photography

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What I did before food photography I have always been a creative person. Growing up, my mom encouraged me to pursue my passion for theatre. I’ve never been a fan of conformist thinking or norms. I always thought about how I could go against the grain and have a career that would fit my personality. […]

This Is My Story: How I became a Food Photographer

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Do you want to move beyond stunning photography? To see your food stand out from the rest and attract new customers, you need scroll-stopping photos. It takes passion, patience, and talent to produce visually appealing photographs from elevated dishes to everyday eats. Our goal is to push beyond a pretty picture and capture the soul […]

How to Move Beyond a Pretty Photograph

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