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'How far can you really go with natural light in food photography?'

This listener question sparked a conversation we had to have.

Spoiler: this is not a natural vs artificial debate, and it’s definitely not about picking sides.

In this episode, we unpack the very real pressure many food photographers feel online to move toward artificial lighting and whether that pressure actually reflects real client work.

We share our personal journeys with light, where we started, what we use now, and how our lighting choices have evolved alongside our businesses. We talk honestly about fear, identity, confidence and the misconception that using one lighting approach makes you more or less 'professional'.

You’ll walk away with a clear framework for deciding when natural light makes sense, when artificial light is the better tool and why learning to understand light matters far more than the gear itself.

If you’ve ever felt unsure, behind, or pressured by what you see on Instagram - this episode is your permission slip to do things your way.

Focus & Flourish, Photography Business Talk is a podcast for food photographers who want to build sustainable, confident, and creatively fulfilling businesses. Hosted by Marta and Linda, the show explores the real decisions behind photography careers - from lighting and workflow to pricing, marketing, mindset and long-term growth - helping photographers make choices that support both their work and their lives.

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