Food Photography Corner

By: Rosslyn & Mikyla
  • Summary

  • Join your hosts Rosslyn & Mikyla on Food Photography Corner Podcast which covers all topics pertaining to food photography, from shooting and styling to monetizing and selling!
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Episodes
  • How to build your restaurant portfolio without working for free
    Jan 17 2025
    Welcome back to the Food Photography Corner Podcast with Rosslyn & Mikyla! In this episode, we're diving into effective strategies for building your restaurant photography portfolio while ensuring you’re not working for free.
    Key Takeaways:
    • Identifying Unicorn Clients: Understand how to find restaurants that align with your creative style and business goals.
    • Tips on how to approach restaurants via Instagram DMs and emails for collaboration opportunities, while still maintaining professionalism.
    • Why offering a free meal in exchange for a professional photoshoot benefits both you and the restaurant.
    • How to leverage your existing photography work if you don’t yet have restaurant-specific imagery.
    • Strategies to transition from portfolio-building shoots to paid gigs by offering value through business cards, QR codes, and follow-up emails.
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    If you’ve been wanting to build your restaurant portfolio without giving away your images for free, this episode will guide you through a method that not only helps you create stunning imagery but also establishes a solid relationship with local restaurants and puts money in your pocket. We’d love to hear how you try this out! Feel free to DM or email us with your experience!

    Thanks for tuning in!
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    24 mins
  • Transform Your Photos in Photoshop with Weekend Creative
    Dec 19 2024
    Join Rosslyn and Mikyla as they chat with Arabela from Weekend Creative about mastering Photoshop for food and product photography. Discover essential editing techniques, business advice, and gear recommendations that can transform your photography skills. Plus, learn how to access the full replay of Arabela’s exclusive workshop from the Joshua Tree advanced retreat!

    Key Takeaways:
    • Top 3 Photoshop Techniques: Focus stacking, compositing, and generative AI for next-level edits.
    • Gear & Workflow Tips: Use tethering and grey cards for accurate colors and efficient production.
    • Lighting Tips: Essential techniques to make food look fresh and appetizing.
    • Business Advice: How to break into food photography and build a client base.
    • Editing Essentials: Arabela’s go-to software and must-know editing techniques.
    Links & Resources Mentioned:
    • Access the Replay of Arabela’s Workshop: https://foodphotographycorner.com/transform-your-food-photos-in-photoshop
    • Follow Food Photography Corner on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/foodphotographycorner/
    • Follow Weekend Creative on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/weekendcreative/
    • Leave a 5-star Review: If you loved this episode, please leave us a review to help other food photographers find us!
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Macro Moment: Contract Clauses & Terms That Have Saved Our Butts
    Nov 28 2024
    Welcome to another Macro Moment episode, where we break down crucial elements that can have a big impact on your food photography business! We’re your hosts, Rosslyn & Mikyla—two full-time commercial food photographers and co-founders of Food Photography Corner. In this episode, we’re diving into essential contract clauses every food photographer should know about to protect their work, define client expectations, and ensure a smooth working relationship.

    Key Takeaways:
    • Discover how to structure your project timelines for success.
    • Find out why deposits are essential to secure your time and resources.
    • Learn how a late fee clause supports prompt payments.
    • Hear why clearly defined working hours are a must for setting boundaries.
    • Understand how to protect your creative style with an artistic release.
    • Discover the importance of cancellation terms for financial security.
    • Find out how limited licenses work to maintain ownership over your work.

    Disclaimer:

    We’re sharing insights based on our experiences as food photographers, not as legal experts. We recommend seeking advice from a legal professional to create contracts that meet your business needs.

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    • Understanding Food Photography Contracts by Contract Legal Ease
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    • Amazon Storefront for our Favorite Gear & Resources
    Thanks for joining us! Subscribe for more quick, actionable tips to help build and protect your food photography business.
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    26 mins

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