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#20 - HOW TO USE COLOUR THEORY WITH BONNIE BAKHTIARI
#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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food blogging, food photography, instagram, social media, podcastK J Espinel
#19 - HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (PART 1)
#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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food photography, food styling, instagram, social media, food blogging, goal setting, podcastK J Espinel
#18 - IS PLASTIC FREE THE NEW BLACK WITH CHRISTINE WONG
#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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food blogging, food photography, instagram, social media, podcastK J Espinel
#17 - THE BEAUTY OF BAKING WITH JULIAN ANGEL
#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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food blogging, food photography, instagram, food styling, social media, podcastK J Espinel
#13 - HOW TO BRAND YOUR INSTAGRAM - ON-AIR MENTORING SESSION
#13 - HOW TO BRAND YOUR INSTAGRAM - ON-AIR MENTORING SESSION

In today’s episode (13) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, you’ll be listening in on another one of my instagram mentoring sessions; I’m working with food blogger and artist Stephanie Kordan also know as The Sensual Foodie. I give Stephanie some suggestions on branding her instagram, listening to her audience and working with brands. We also talk about….

  • Blogger burn out

  • How to set income goals

  • Why reaching out to brands you love can be incredibly powerful

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instagram, podcast, social media, vegan recipe, food blogging, goal settingK J Espinel
#9 - HOW TO CHARGE WHAT YOU'RE WORTH WITH KATHLEEN SHANNON AND EMILY THOMPSON
#9 - HOW TO CHARGE WHAT YOU'RE WORTH WITH KATHLEEN SHANNON AND EMILY THOMPSON

In today’s episode (9) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson, creative entrepreneurs, authors and the hosts of the mega successful Being Boss podcast. We talk about the difficult subject of money. here’s what you can expect from today’s episode …

  • I speak candidly about what I earned during my first year as a full-time food blogger and food photographer

  • Kathleen and Emily introduce themselves

  • They explain what propelled them to start the business podcast for creative entrepreneurs, Being Boss

  • Kathleen and Emily explain why talking shop with fellow creatives is invaluable

  • The pair talk about what keeps them going in their online creative businesses

  • They talk about how they transformed their podcast into a best-selling book

  • Kathleen and Emily explain why talking about money with fellow creatives is SO important

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food blogging, instagram, podcast, social mediaK J Espinel
#8 - HOW TO SET AND ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS WITH ELISE JOY
#8 - HOW TO SET AND ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS WITH ELISE JOY

In today’s episode (8) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Elise Blaha Cripe, blogger, crafter, creator of the Get To Work Book, a goal setting planner and the host of the Elise Gets Crafty Podcast. We dig deeper into the following topics…

  • Elise introduces herself and talks about how she got into blogging

  • Elise explains what the Get To Work Book is and how to use it to set and achieve your goals

  • Elise notes why it’s important to set specific goals as a creative

  • Elise explains how we can balance being social on instagram with producing work that actually matters

  • Elise talks about why it can be inspiring and help your productivity to explore lots of different aspects of creativity

  • Elise shares why documenting your progress can be so helpful when you’re embarking on the book writing process

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food blogging, instagram, podcast, social media, goal settingK J Espinel
#7 - INTUITIVE EATING ON INSTAGRAM + ARE FOOD BLOGGERS TO BLAME FOR ORTHOREXIA WITH CHRISTY HARRISON
#7 - INTUITIVE EATING ON INSTAGRAM + ARE FOOD BLOGGERS TO BLAME FOR ORTHOREXIA WITH CHRISTY HARRISON

In today’s episode (7) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Christy Harrison, anti-diet registered dietitian, diet culture expert, author, certified intuitive eating counselor and host of Food Psych Podcast. We dig deeper into the following topics…

  • Christy introduces herself and explains what intuitive eating really means and why it’s more complicated than we think

  • Christy explains how diet culture has negatively affected our ability to wholeheartedly listen to our body

  • Christy notes why pursuing ‘wellness’ is not helping us achieve health

  • Christy answers the question whether food bloggers and food instagrammers have a responsibility when it comes to how they share food on their blog and social media

  • Christy talks about why we live in a culture that is obsessed with food

  • Christy shares why healthy living (plant-based, paleo, keto, Whole 30 etc.) food bloggers are at greater risk of orthorexia

  • We discuss whether eating gluten is unhealthy and what the research shows us

  • Christy explains why sharing your positive health and food journey may actually not be as helpful as you think

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food blogging, food styling, instagram, podcast, social mediaK J Espinel
#6 - FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY Q&A
#6 - FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY Q&A

In today’s episode (6) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m answering 8 of YOUR most asked questions around food photography and styling….

  • I explain what camera and lenses I use and why I’ve changed my food photography gear over the years

  • I speak about buying a Canon camera over a Nikon and why I’ve not ruled out changing brands altogether

  • I share how my styling informed which lenses I use

  • I talk about the FREE food photography masterclass happening inside the creative community on November 22nd, 2018

  • I share where I find my food photography props and how I make my backdrops

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food photography, food styling, instagram, podcast, social mediaK J Espinel