In today’s mini solo episode (131) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I am finally revealing the title and the topic of my new book! PLUS I answer your most frequently asked Instagram questions!  

Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...

• I share how I got approached by a publishing house.
• I note how I decide whether to say yes or no to a project.
• I reveal the title and topic of my new book!
• I explain how using the strategies in my book made a huge difference to my Instagram growth!
• I share my honest thoughts about the book’s visuals and content!
• I outline exactly where you can take a sneak peek at the cover and design of my new book!
• I share more about the pre-order bonus and how to obtain it!
• I outline how this new book differs from Creative Food Photography.
• I answer your Instagram questions about how to increase engagement, how to develop a solid Instagram stories strategy, how to grow your Instagram in 2024, mindset, and more!

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• I got a book deal - The story so far – Eat Capture Share podcast episode number 124
• White Lion Publishing
• Take a sneak peek at HOW TO MAKE YOUR FOOD FAMOUS HERE.
• Pre-order HOW TO MAKE YOUR FOOD FAMOUS HERE! and sign up for your pre-order bonus.
• Find out more about my brand new Food Reels Online Course HERE. Please use code PODCAST10 at checkout for 10% off! Offer valid until midnight March 31st, 2024
• Magic Mind, The World’s First Productivity Shot use code ECS20 to get 20% off!
• My reels went viral, this is what I discovered! - Eat Capture Share podcast episode number 122
• I met with meta, this is what I learned - Eat Capture Share podcast episode number 115
• Find the full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE 

In this week's episode (130) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm talking with commercial food and beverage photographer and AI creative Teri Campbell, who has shot for well-known brands such as Procter&Gamble and Wendy’s, to name but a few. In this conversation, we talk about all things AI and how it pertains to food photography! Should we be worried that AI will take over and make our roles as food photographers redundant? OR is AI something to embrace wholeheartedly?  

We chat about all this and lots more within the world of food photography and AI! If AI is something you’re concerned about and unsure how to approach, this fun and informative episode is for you!

Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...

• Teri introduces himself and talks about how he got started as a food photographer.
• Teri explains how food photography has evolved over his 40-year career and what he sees as the core essence of food photography today!
• Teri outlines what AI in food photography actually is!
• We chat about the difference between AI and Photoshop in its respective application for food photography.
• Teri outlines the 3 best ways to use AI in your photography as well as some of AI’s current limitations.
• Teri speaks to the issue of whether AI will replace food photographers!
• We talk about copyright and AI.
• We discuss why jumping in now is the right moment!

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• Join my brand new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course
• Teri's website and Instagram 
• Teri’s AI generated cinnamon roll!
• Discover more about the Paris Food Photography Summit HERE
• Discover more about the London Reels and Styling in person workshop with Silvia HERE
• Magic Mind, The World’s First Productivity Shot use code ECS20 to get 20% off!
• Find the full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE 

In today's episode (129) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm looking into the year ahead with photographer, director and content creator Penny De Los Santos and recipe developer, content creator and health coach Lina Jabbari. We predict THE trends that will dominate the world of food blogging, food photography and food content creation in 2024!  

Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...

• I share some exciting news!
• Lina and Penny introduce themselves.
• Penny makes predictions about AI. 
• We discuss shifts in videography trends on Reels and TikTok that YOU need to know about.
• Lina highlights the importance of food as self-care in 2024.
• I talk about how photos are back in a big way and it's a little unexpected!
• We share how we're loving this trend within the drink space!
• Lina and Penny talk about creating content for people who are changing their priorities in the kitchen.
• We talk about building trust with our audiences and how this unexpected trend is making it happen.

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• Find out more about my brand new Food Reels Online Course HERE. Please use code REELS10 at checkout for 10% off and a BONUS Instagram Masterclass worth £97. Offer ends at midnight, Sunday, February 4th, 2024. 
• Penny’s Instagram, website, podcast - Depth of Field
• Lina’s Instagram, website, cookbook and date bark recipe
• Verna Gao
• Hotpot restaurant
• Magic Mind, The World’s First Productivity Shot use code ECS20 to get 20% off!
• Find my Instagram HERE 
• Find full show notes HERE

In today's episode (128) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm chatting with Paris-based food photographers, food stylists and co-organisers of the Food Photography Summit, Massiel Zadeh Habchi and Mélanie Rousselle. We talk about how to set up in-person workshops and events, discuss clever marketing strategies to ensure they are successful, and why running an in-person event is so beneficial for your business. Get ready to feel inspired to organise your own in-person meeting!

Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...

• Massiel and Mélanie introduce themselves.
• Massiel and Mélanie explain the benefits organising an in-person rather than online event.
• Mélanie talks about the challenges specific to hosting an in-person event and how to overcome them.
• Mélanie talks about generating profit from an in-person event.
• Massiel and Mélanie share their top marketing tips.
• Mélanie and Massiel talk about when the Food Photography Summit is taking place and why everyone should come!

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• Food Photography Summit, Paris - March 2024 Special discount for Eat Capture Share listeners, use code EATCAPTURESHARE when signing up between February 1st and February 15th 2024 and get 10% off!
• The Summit, Massiel and Mélanie on Instagram, and the Summit newsletter (English)
• The politics of influence – Eat Capture Share podcast episode number 127
• Join the wait list for my brand new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course HERE
• Find out more about my March 2024 Food Photography and Reels Creation Group Workshop HERE
• Magic Mind, The World’s First Productivity Shot use code ECS20 to get 20% off!
• Find full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE 

In today's episode (127) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm talking with writer and photographer Alyson Morgan. In this conversation, we talk about how Alyson achieved success on Instagram, especially with Reels, and we delve into how to show up online as a content creator during difficult political times.

We chat about Alyson's creative process, and how she shares consistent content while balancing the needs of her family and day-to-day life. Alyson also encourages food photographers and food bloggers to think about how to use your voice and platform and why it matters. This conversation will encourage you to start the New Year reconnecting with the core purpose of why you do what you do.

Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...

• Alyson introduces herself.
• Alyson talks about how she got started as a photographer.
• Alyson explains how she transitioned from photography to videography on Instagram.
• Alyson gives her top tips for creating beautiful Reels consistently.
• We discuss whether content creators with platforms should speak up for issues on social justice and how best to navigate politics online.
• Alyson talks about her book, Our Kindred Home.

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• The #eatcaptureshare food photography challenge is back! Read more about it in this blog post, and SIGN UP HERE
• Join the wait list for my brand new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course HERE
• Alyson's website, Instagram and Substack
• Alyson's book
• Magic Mind, The World’s First Productivity Shot use code ECS20 to get 20% off!
• Find the full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE 

In this week’s solo episode (126) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I share the behind the scenes of my creative business in 2023 - what worked, what didn’t work and a sneak peak into 2024 - in the hope that you can apply the lessons I learned and expedite your business growth!

Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...

• I share the two strategies that helped grow our mailing list substantially this year!
• I chat about why growing my Instagram this year was a core goal and what major business lessons I learned in pursuing said goal!
• I note how I make decisions on what content to focus on in my business and why! 
• I explain exactly why I will continue posting content on Instagram that doesn’t resonate.
• I share how I have grown an incredible team and why it’s made all the difference in my business this year.
• I share a big win regarding one of our launches this year (and what allowed it to go so well)! 
• I explain why self awareness is vital for every creative business owner and how it served me in 2023.
• PLUS I share this year’s biggest shortcomings in my business, the hard lessons learned and how you can use these lessons in your business! 

Note: Audio is not as high quality as usual; my apologies. I hope the episode is still worth listening to and offers lots of value!

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• How I transformed a small room into a home office & photography studio. Read more about it in this blog post HERE
• Get my free tips for the perfect home studio set up HERE
• My reels went viral, this is what I discovered! - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 122
• Join the wait list for my new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course HERE
• Find out about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HERE
• Our Place
• Video content strategies, with Orchids and Sweet Tea - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 107
• Instagram Reels strategies for food photographers with Jasmine Star - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 75
• Find out about my online Foundation Food Photography and Food Styling course HERE
• Find out about all my online courses and bundles HERE
• Find out about my free Instagram Food Photography Challenge HERE
• Find full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE 

In today's episode (125) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm chatting with food photographer, recipe developer, YouTuber and cookbook author, Murielle Banackissa. We talk about how Murielle achieved success on YouTube, how to monetize your YouTube channel and so much more. Murielle's enthusiasm for YouTube will have you turning to long-form videos in no time!

Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...

• Murielle introduces herself.
• Murielle talks about how she started her YouTube channel.
• Murielle discusses the ROI (return of investment) from making long-form videos on YouTube versus short form content on social media.
• Murielle reveals the gear she uses to make YouTube videos.
• Murielle explains whether there is still space for food photographers on YouTube.
• Murielle gives her top tips for achieving success on YouTube.
• We talk about the key things that get your videos noticed on YouTube.
• We chat about how Murielle got her cookbook deal.

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• Find out more about my #EatCaptureShare food photography challenge HERE
• Murielle’s website, YouTube, and Instagram 
• Murielle's cookbook
• Hyram
• RØDE Lavalier microphone
• iMovie
• Find the full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE 

It’s season 11! and in this week’s solo episode (124) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I share some big news: I got a book deal! I talk you through how it all happened - the ups, the downs and the full blown temper tantrums, what to do to ensure you get approached by publishers too, and so much more!

Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...

• I share more about why I turned down a number of book deals in the past.
• I chat about how I got approached by a publishing house!
• I note why publishers need authors like YOU! 
• I explain why it’s vital to put your work out into the world.
• I share how I ensured I got the best possible book deal.
• The BIGGEST difference between self publishing and going the traditional route.
• I explain why working with the publisher has been a massive learning experience.
• PLUS a big THANK YOU!

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! 
• Listen in on Part 1 of HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (19), Part 2 (30), Part 3 (56), when I announced the book (12), when I shared why I self published (37) and my five lessons learned from self-publishing (79)
• Read my blog posts on announcing the book, the cost of self publishing vs traditional publishing, how to choose a book cover + title, how to design & layout your self published book part 1 & part 2.
• White Lion
• How to get featured by Saveur magazine - ECS Podcast episode 16
• How to build community on instagram with Sara Tasker - ECS Podcast episode 25
• Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic
• On working with top end clients - ECS Podcast episode 123
• How to find a cookbook agent! - ECS Podcast episode 111
• Creative Food Photography - The Playbook
• Full show notes HERE

In today's BONUS episode (123) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm chatting with Egyptian-born, New York City-based food photographer Doaa Elkady, whose client list includes names such as the New York Times, Goop Press, Clarkson Potter, Tenth Street Press and Bon Appetit. We talk about how Doaa found her food photography style, tips for setting up social media to attract your ideal clients and how diversity is an asset in any area, including food photography. This interview will empower you to be your best self and create your best work.

Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...

• Doaa introduces herself.
• Doaa explains how she found her unique food photography style.
• Doaa talks about how she became a successful food photographer.
• Doaa gives her top tips on how to use your social media channels to attract the clients you want.
• Doaa talks openly about her experiences as a Muslim and as a woman of colour in the food photography space.
• We share the unique perspectives and advantages we bring to food photography as women of colour.
• Doaa gives her best advice for finding an agent.
• Doaa shares the one thing she wishes she had known at the start of her journey as a food photographer!

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• Doaa’s website and Instagram
• Food photographer Martin Poole
• Find the full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE 

In this week’s bonus solo episode (122) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I share what key creative business lessons I learned and what insights I gained from having my food content go viral on Instagram. 

Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...

• LAST CALL! If you need support with the business side of food photography, food blogging and food content creation, this is your last week to apply to the Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring Program, using the link below.
• I chat about why it takes so much more now to get any reach, engagement and views on Instagram, than ever before!
• I share what longevity of content means and how it plays a key role in virality of your food Reels.
• I note how Instagram appears to be deciding whether to push your content out to a new audience, and the 4 metrics that appear to be essential for virality on Instagram at the moment!
• I explain why my viral Reels aren’t my favourites and what I’ve learned from that!
• I chat about how I managed to have 3 viral Reels in the space of 6 weeks!
• I highlight why consistency is still queen!
• I outline the ripple effect my viral content has had on my business, and why going viral is more impactful than ever before!

LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography
• Find out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HERE
• Find out more about my Foundation Food Photography and Food Styling online course HERE
• Find my "Content Tips" Instagram highlight HERE
• Find my viral food Reels at the top of this page HERE
• Find the full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE