Posts in food styling
#42 -EATING FOR THE PLANET WITH SARA KIYO POPOWA

In this week’s episode (42) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to Sara Kiyo Popowa, artist, food photographer, author and social media influencer known on instagram as Shisodelicious. We chat about creativity, instagram and the pivotal role plant-based living plays during the COVID-19 crisis and beyond. Here’s what else you can expect from this week’s episode …

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#38 - THE BIGGEST FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY AND INSTAGRAM TRENDS FOR 2020

In today’s BONUS episode (38) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with the adorable Lauren Caris, food photographer, teacher and food blogger at Food Photography Academy and bubbly Joanie Simon, also a food photographer, teacher and food blogger over at The Bite Shot. We’ve come together to discuss THE biggest food photography, food styling and social media trends we see coming in 2020. If you want to be prepared and get a head start on food trends and developments, this podcast episode is for you…

  • We talk about why everyone is going gaga over artificial light food photography

  • Joanie explain why staying creative whilst using artificial light is so important

  • We talk through WARM and EARTHY tones taking over in food photography

  • We highlight why instagram’s popularity is stagnating and why we’re all more mindful about our social media use

  • We say where things are at on the instagram platform (it’s not where you think)

  • Lauren, Joanie and I express our views on why the multiplatform approach is EVERYTHING for food bloggers, content creators and food photographers

  • Find out what we really think of Tik Tok

  • and lots more…

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#36 - HOW TO MAKE IT AS A FOOD PHOTOGRAPHER WITH CHRISTALL LOWE

In this week’s episode (36) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to New Zealand based food photographer, food stylist, creative entrepreneur and cook Christall Lowe. Christall shares what it really takes to make it as a food photographer and find your signature style. Here’s exactly what you can expect from this week’s episode …

  • I share more about my instagram food photography challenge and food styling e-course

  • Christall shares how her upbringing in New Zealand and her Maori heritage have influenced her relationship to food

  • Christall outlines how she journeyed into creative entrepreneurship and food photography

  • We chat about what it’s really like working as a food photographer and what it takes to make it in the industry

  • We talk about the importance of working with light

  • We explore the concept of developing a signature food photography style

And lots more…

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#30 - HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (PART 2)

In today’s solo episode (30) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I’m sharing 5 more lessons I have learned on my book writing journey, focusing specifically on how to approach agents and publishing houses and what to look out for in the process. Here’s exactly what you can expect from today’s episode…

  • I talk about the importance of reading through submission guidelines

  • I share why having a strong cover letter is everything

  • I explain the benefits and drawbacks of having an agent as well as how to find one

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#27 - THE ART OF FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY WITH ARAN GOYOAGA

In today’s episode (27) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with cookbook author, food stylist and photographer Aran Goyoaga, known on instagram as Cannellevanille. We talk about the art of food photography and styling, smart phone photography and cookbook writing. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode…

  • Aran introduces herself

  • Aran outlines the first steps she took to turn her hobby into her career

  • Aran explains how she conveys emotions and tells stories through her photography

  • Aran gives us a glimpse into how she uses editing to create movement in her still images

  • We chat about the pressures of posting on instagram and how to manage the joy and stress that comes with sharing work online

  • We explore whether as artists we create for ourselves or our audience and how to navigate this dichotomy

  • Aran shares cookbook writing tips

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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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#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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#14 - HOW TO TURN YOUR PASSION FOR FOOD INTO A CAREER WITH OLIA HERCULES

In today’s episode (14) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Olia Hercules, chef, food stylist and cookbook author of the award winning cookbooks MAMUSHKA and KAUKASIS. We talk about how she turned her passion for food into an incredibly successful career. Here’s what you can expect from today’s episode …

  • Olia introduces herself

  • Olia talks about how she discovered her love for food and cooking

  • Olia shares her top tip for those seeking a career in food

  • Olia openly discussed the setbacks she encountered along the way

  • We talk about the process of writing her award winning debut cookbook MAMUSHKA

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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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