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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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3 JUN 2025 · In this episode, Rosslyn & Mikyla are joined by the talented photographer Roberta Dall'Abla from Italy. The episode delves into the importance of color grading, Lightroom's essential tools, and the common mistakes photographers make. Roberta also shares valuable insights on presets and the significance of following one's passion in the creative industry. Listeners will gain tips on using Lightroom more effectively and the importance of aligning their photography style with their true passion.
Key Takeaways:
- Roberta's career journey from food to travel photography
- The significance of color grading in Lightroom
- Introduction to Lightroom's essential tools: masks, color grading panel, and tone curve
- Common mistakes food photographers make in Lightroom
- The role of presets and why understanding editing tools is crucial
- The importance of following your passion in photography
Helpful Links:
Retreat Replay >https://www.sendowl.com/s/education-for-food-photographers/advanced-color-grading-in-lightroom-by-food-photography-corner/
Camera Gear > https://www.amazon.com/shop/foodphotographycorner
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15 MAY 2025 · In this episode, Rosslyn and Mikyla dive into one of the most foundational aspects of food photography: camera angles. Whether you’re shooting for fun or trying to book paid gigs, knowing how to work your angles can completely change the final image.
We break down the three essential angles every food photographer should master — from the versatile 45° to overhead flatlays to the powerful straight-on perspective. You’ll also hear real-life examples of when and why we use each angle, how we create depth, and some honest behind-the-scenes chaos from our recent branding photoshoot. If you’ve ever struggled with setting up your scene, choosing an angle, or holding up your backdrops (yep, we’ve been there), this episode is for you.
Key takeaways:
- How to easily hold up your backdrop for straight-on shots without fancy equipment
- Smart ways to maximize natural light in a small space
- How to transform tight or shared spaces into functional shooting zones
- Our go-to tips for keeping your gear organized and accessible
- Creative hacks for shooting overhead when you don’t have room for a C-stand
Helpful links:
📌 https://www.amazon.com/shop/foodphotographycorner
📌 https://www.instagram.com/foodphotographycorner/
📌 https://foodphotographycorner.com/resources
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2 MAY 2025 · In this episode, hosts Rosslyn and Mikyla, founders of Food Photography Corner, discuss how Mikyla generated $72K in revenue from local restaurants in Spokane, Washington. They explain the importance of positioning oneself as a strategic marketing partner rather than just a photographer, and offer insights on building long-term client relationships.
The episode details Mikyla's strategy for identifying opportunities, providing valuable consulting services, and making the process effortless for busy restaurant owners. The discussion includes practical tips for food photographers looking to expand their business with small restaurants.
Key Takeaways:
- Challenges and Strategies in Small Towns
- Building Long-Term Partnerships
- Strategic Planning for Restaurants
- Offering Comprehensive Services
Helpful Links:
- https://www.instagram.com/foodphotographycorner/
- https://transactions.sendowl.com/products/78660527/A6520BFE/view
- Negotiating with Small Businesses – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/food-photography-corner/id1581646255?i=1000532298528, https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zxMTAOGJJi9phfexd2Hps?si=WR2rPpj_TkKo9qzea7hfEQ
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15 APR 2025 · Tired of manually tracking your pitches and follow-ups? In this episode, we’re breaking down our step-by-step process for automating our pitching funnel using Honeybook. We’ll walk you through how we structure our pipeline, set up automation, and ensure no lead falls through the cracks—all while keeping things personal and customizable.
Key Takeaways:
✔ The exact stages we use to track potential clients—from first pitch to signed contract.
✔ Using Honeybook to schedule emails and update pipeline stages automatically.
✔ How to keep your outreach warm and engaging while still leveraging automation.
✔ Eliminating manual tracking and follow-ups to stay consistent without the overwhelm.
✔ Steps to set up your own automated pitching funnel and start converting more leads.
Helpful Links:
📌 https://share.honeybook.com/mikyla6824739
📌 https://www.instagram.com/foodphotographycorner/
📌 https://foodphotographycorner.com/resources
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27 MAR 2025 · Not all brand partnerships are created equal! In this episode, Rosslyn & Mikyla break down the biggest red flags that signal a brand isn’t worth your time—and the signs that indicate a brand is serious about investing in high-quality content. If you’re a food photographer struggling with brands that don’t have a budget or don’t value creative work, this episode will help you confidently choose the right partnerships and avoid wasting time on the wrong ones.
Key Takeaways
- Learning when to be cautious
- How to navigate the budget conversation
- The red flags that scream ‘run!’
- What makes a brand actually worth working with
- How to research brands before pitching
- The secret to standing out in your pitches
Helpful Links
- Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodphotographycorner/
- Resource shop: https://foodphotographycorner.com/resources
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16 FEB 2025 · In today's episode, we’re diving into pre-production planning with Becca Maffett from https://www.instagram.com/terragoldphoto/! Becca recently led a phenomenal workshop at our advanced food photography retreat, and in this episode, she’s sharing her expert strategies to help you streamline your shoots, improve communication with clients, and execute professional commercial shoots—even from home! If you missed the retreat, don’t worry! You can check out the retreat replay video in the show notes.
Key Takeaways:
- Key client communication tips for a smooth shoot
- The most overlooked pre-production step that makes all the difference
- How to set up a commercial shoot efficiently from home
- Lessons learned from our own pre-production experiences
- The impact of streamlining pre-production on time, energy, and final results
Helpful Links & Resources:
🎥 Workshop Replay: https://foodphotographycorner.com/pre-production-planning
📌 Follow Becca on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terragoldphoto/
Connect with Us:
https://www.instagram.com/foodphotographycorner/
💌 Join Our Newsletter: https://foodphotographycorner.myflodesk.com/get-on-the-list
Thanks for tuning in! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe for more food photography tips. See you next time!✨
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30 JAN 2025 · In today’s episode, we’re joined by Nate Crawford of Crawford Captures, a food photographer and marketing expert who recently led a powerful workshop at our Advanced Food Photography Retreat. If you missed the retreat, don’t worry—you can grab the full replay in the show notes! We’re diving deep into how to attract your dream clients, the importance of personal branding, and how to make clients come to YOU instead of constantly chasing them down.
Key takeaways:
✔️ How to find and attract your ideal clients
✔️ The power of strategic branding for food photographers
✔️ Common mistakes photographers make when it comes to being discoverable
✔️ How to market yourself so clients reach out to you—without constantly cold-pitching
Helpful links:
📌 Get access to Nate’s full retreat workshop replay: https://foodphotographycorner.com/from-sell-to-sign
📌 Join Food Photography Corner community: https://www.instagram.com/foodphotographycorner/
📌 Connect with Nate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crawfordcapturesphoto/
We hope you found this episode helpful! Please leave a star rating so we can share this information with as many creative entrepreneurs as possible.
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17 JAN 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.
Helpful Links:
- Flodesk: Use our https://flodesk.com/c/4VIJI9 for 50% off!
- Pixieset: Use our https://pixieset.com/ref/6RnGOhzVYj for $20 off your first bill!
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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19 DEC 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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28 NOV 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.
Helpful (affiliate) Links:
- https://contractlegalease.com?affcode=1260162_fopa_idw by Contract Legal Ease
- Code FPC20 for 20% off sitewide
- https://share.honeybook.com/mikyla6824739 to Send Proposals, Invoices, and Contracts
- Use the link for 30% off
- https://pixieset.com/ref/6RnGOhzVYj to Send Galleries, Invoices, Contracts and more
- Use the link for $20 off your plan
- https://www.amazon.com/shop/foodphotographycorner for our Favorite Gear & Resources
Thanks for joining us! Subscribe for more quick, actionable tips to help build and protect your food photography business.
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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| Author | Rosslyn & Mikyla |
| Organization | Rosslyn & Mikyla |
| Categories | Entrepreneurship , Food , How To |
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| thefoodphotographycorner@gmail.com |
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