#23 - THE ART OF FOOD STYLING WITH SILVIA BIFARO
In today’s BONUS episode (23) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with food photographer, stylist, food blogger and vegan baker Silvia Bifaro. We talk about food styling, finding your voice and the magic of creativity. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …
Silvia introduces herself
Silvia shares how she found her own unique styling and photography style as well as tips on how YOU can do the same
We talk about creative evolution, finding inspiration and pushing through creative blocks
Silvia breaks down the technical process of how she manages to include herself in her shots
We discuss food trends that are emerging and why instagram keeps rising the bar for food photographers and stylists
We talk about why there is no longer ‘one trend’ on instagram and how trends keep coming back
We discuss how and why the food photography space on instagram is changing
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#22 - HOW TO MAKE MONEY AS A FOOD BLOGGER WITH SHIVESH BHATIA
In today’s episode (22) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with food blogger, baker and cookbook author Shivesh Bhatia. We talk about how to make a living as a food blogger as well as how to elevate yourself so that the best brands find working with you irresistible. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …
Shivesh talks about how he started his baking blog
Shivesh shares how he made the move onto instagram and grew his audience there to more than 175K
Shivesh outlines how he caught the attention of the press and other mainstream media outlets and got featured by instagram
Shivesh explains why it’s difficult to sustain growth on instagram and what to do to keep the momentum going
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#20 - HOW TO USE COLOUR THEORY WITH BONNIE BAKHTIARI
In today’s episode (20) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with brand designer, educator, podcaster and brand strategist Bonnie Bakhtiari. We talk about how colour theory and the colour wheel can help you define and craft your brand identity, blog and instagram presence with intention and heart. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …
Bonnie explains what the colour wheel is and how it is used in brand design
Bonnie notes how important colour choices are in reaching your ideal audience
Bonnie outlines how colour psychology can help you find the colours that are right for your logo and brand
We debate whether instagram has made us all afraid to play with our creativity and step outside our brand colours and brand identity
Bonnie reveals what colours are currently popular and how to stay on top of trends
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#19 - HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (PART 1)
In today’s solo episode (19) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I’m sharing the 5 lessons I have learned so far on my book writing journey, focusing specifically on how to get started and take those all important first steps. Here’s exactly what you can expect from today’s episode…
I share why now is the best time to start writing your book
I speak about the R-word, rejection, and why it can be a great teacher. I also talk about how I’ve coped with it on my journey so far
I discuss why perfecting your book proposal is key
I talk about why I’m currently not pursuing the self publishing route
I reveal what my book is about
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#18 - IS PLASTIC FREE THE NEW BLACK WITH CHRISTINE WONG
In today’s episode (18) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Christine Wong, plant-based food blogger, plastic-free advocate and author of the cookbook The Plantiful Plate. We talk about the rise of the plastic-free movement within the food blogging space, on instagram and beyond. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …
I candidly talk about how much I love the plastic-free movement, but dislike the self righteousness I see attached to it occasionally as well
Christine talks about the first steps she took on her journey to living plastic free
Christine speaks openly about what shifting focus on instagram has meant for her and her brand
We discuss whether the plastic free movement is having a ‘‘moment’’ on instagram
We discuss the role that food bloggers play when it comes to food waste and plastic usage
We explore sponsored posts, staying true to your values, distinguishing between need and want and minimalism
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#17 - THE BEAUTY OF BAKING WITH JULIAN ANGEL
In today’s episode (17) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Julian Angel, baker extraordinaire, food photographer and the food blogger behind Historias del Ciervo. We talk about how he started his now super successful baking blog, how he learned to develop his voice and unique style and what it really took to leave his 9-5 job and pursue baking and blogging full-time. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …
I explain why this episode is my most favourite to date and why Julian’s words moved me to tears
Julian introduces himself
Julian explains how he started his successful blog, Historias del Ciervo
We talk about creativity and what it looks like to explore all aspects of it
Julian outlines how he transitioned from his 9-5 to blogging and baking full-time
Julian shares what it really takes to become a master baker and we talk through the art of practice and dedication to one’s craft
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#16 - HOW TO GET FEATURED BY SAVEUR MAGAZINE
In today’s episode (16) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Alex Testere, senior associate editor at the renowned food magazine SAVEUR. We talk about what it really takes to get your work noticed by the SAVEUR team, how to write good food stories and have a chance at winning that elusive SAVEUR food blogger award. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …
I talk through my impressions of the Saveur Blog Awards 2018 and what it really means to win
Alex introduces himself
Alex explains how ideas for features in the magazine come together
Alex outlines how to pitch to have your work featured in Saveur Magazine
Alex breaks down the steps involved in developing an initial pitch for the magazine into a featured narrative
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#15 - SUCCESS BEYOND THE FOOD BLOG WITH TARA O'BRADY
In today’s episode (15) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Tara O’Brady, food writer, TV host and author of the cookbook SEVEN SPOONS. We talk about how being a food blogging pioneer, loving the complexity of food and owning her profession, allowed Tara to develop a thriving career in food. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …
Tara talks about how she started her blog over a decade ago and what the food blogging landscape was like at the time
Tara outlines how she got into writing freelance for food magazines
Tara discusses how her cookbook deal enabled her to moved into TV
Tara shares her top tip on how to help people within the TV industry notice you and your work
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#11 - THE 6 BIGGEST FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY AND INSTAGRAM TRENDS FOR 2019
In today’s BONUS episode (11) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with the lovely Lauren Caris, food photographer, teacher and food blogger at That’s Sage and super sweet Joanie Simon, also a food photographer, teacher and food blogger over at The Bite Shot. We’ve come together to discuss THE biggest trends we see coming to food photography grids all across instagram in 2019. So if you wanna be prepared and get a head start on food trends and developments, this podcast is for you…
I’ve prepared a gorgeous, printable, FREE and super practical blog and social media content planner just for YOU with the aim of making 2019 YOUR year. You can download it by signing up to the mailing list below
I talk about the Winter instagram food photography challenge (find more details below)
Lauren Caris and Joanie Simon introduce themselves
We talk about the future of food blogging and how blog readership is changing
We discuss why video is still growing
Lauren and Joanie explain why starting a youtube channel may not be for everyone
We talk through the benefits of having a personal brand
We highlight why adding value and story telling is SO powerful
We say what we really think about IGTV and Instagram Stories
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