When I'm working on a photoshoot, it's easy to lose myself in the mire of tiny details. I was hyper-focused on the plating for this Greek yogurt and peanut butter dip. Each pretzel and waffle crisp had its place among the apples. The swirl of cinnamon on the dip had to be just right. And […] The post Look for the Happy Accidents: Apple Peanut Butter Dip appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more

From booking her first 5-figure food photography shoot to signing with an agency while still in the course, Hilaire Baumgartner of BaumAssFoods (pronounced bomb-ass) graduated Portfolio to Profit with flying colors. She has jumped into her commercial career with an energetic “bomb’s away!” Meet Hiliare Baumgartner, one of the graduates of my year-long mentorship program […] The post Portfolio to Profit Food Photography Course Spotlight: Hilaire Baumgartner appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more

One of the most advanced techniques I teach to my food photography mentees is how to use liquify in Photoshop. It is one of my secret weapons in food photo editing and it blows my students away when they first see it in action! This 20-second fix SAVED this image from my laptop's trash bin. […] The post Photo Editing Tips: How to Use Liquify in Photoshop appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more

Food photography is all about capturing the essence of the food and making it look as delicious as possible. Each food photographer approaches this task with their own artistic voice, which resonates in their images.  You may be surprised to learn that what plays a crucial role in setting the mood, creating atmosphere, and selling […] The post Ultimate Guide: Food Backgrounds to Improve Your Food Photography appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more

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Are you a food photographer looking to take your craft to the next level? You're not alone. In today's competitive market, it's more important than ever to stand out and create an authentic brand that speaks to your unique style and vision.  Luckily, there are plenty of food photography tips and ideas to help you […] The post The Food Photographer 7-Step Guide to Inspiration and Authenticity appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more

What makes you want to buy a pair of jeans? A clipped image of the jeans themselves? Even the jeans superimposed onto a clipped model? Yea, me neither. What really sells me is EMOTION. Which is why food photography is a natural complement to fashion photography. Emotions I Associate with Food and a Good Pair […] The post Something Amazing Happens when Fashion Lifestyle Photography Meets Food Photography appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more

A food photography lens is a big purchase, especially when you're first starting out. That's why it's important to understand how lenses work, when lenses should be used, and what food photography lens is best for your style. While your camera body is an important tool, it is the lenses that really help you create […] The post Are you using the right food photography lens? appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more

Today I’d like to spotlight Chrissie Knudsen. She is one of the current members of my year-long food photographer education mentorship program, Portfolio to Profit.  Chrissie is a tenacious food photographer with a good eye for color and composition. The attention to detail she shows in the program is evident also in her food photography […] The post Portfolio to Profit Food Photographer Education Spotlight: Chrissie Knudsen appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more

“Did I mention how talented you are?! Seriously. Beautiful work. PRESS for life for you. ? No, really if you’d like.” Amy, PRESS Founder How do you end up with such a glowing review? I'll tell you. As a busy commercial food photographer, mom, and mentor, I LOVE when my work can do double duty. […] The post Stunning Drink Photography with Luxury Alcoholic Press Seltzer appeared first on Little Rusted Ladle ..read more