Eat Capture Share - a podcast for food bloggers

In today's BONUS episode (134) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm talking with food photographer and food photography teacher, Darina Kopcok. We chat about how to stay true to your own food photography style while still appealing to a variety of clients, the difference between finding your style and finding your artistic voice and how cultural heritage informs your stylistic choices. Keep a pen nearby as this episode is full of practical tips!Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...Darina introduces herself.Darina explains why formally studying photography may be essential for you.Darina talks about how she uses light.Darina gives her top tips on how to find your style of food photography.Darina explains how to strike a balance between showing range and consistency.Darina gives her best advice for how to work with a client if their style is different from yours.Darina gives practical advice for how to grow and evolve in your food photography.Darina outlines some key portfolio tips you don't want to miss!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 photographyMy new book 'How To Make Your Food Famous' is ready for pre-order! Read more about it and sign up for your pre-order bonus in this blog post HEREFind out more about my flagship Foundation Food Photography & Styling Online Course HERE (use code ECS10 at checkout for 10% off!)The Arkon Remarkable Creator™ Pro+Plus Mount w/Ring Light camera stand. Use code TLPcreate at checkout for 20% off!Darina's photography portfolio, website and InstagramDarina’s Find Your Food Photography Style masterclass Donna CrousFinding your creative voice – Eat Capture Share podcast episode number 88Find the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

In today's episode (133) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm talking with food, lifestyle and documentary photographer Emma Croman.  We chat about how to cultivate your unique style in your photography, why 'niching down' isn't best for everyone and how to succeed in magazine photography.  Emma's encouraging words and professional insights will inspire you to explore your own creative photography areas. Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...Emma introduces herself.Emma explains how she got started as a photographer.Emma reveals how she found the courage to quit her 9-5 job and become a full-time food photographer.Emma talks about how to cultivate your unique style.We chat about why niching down isn't right for everyone.Emma defines documentary photography.We talk about how we use different cameras and lenses for different styles of photography.Emma gives her best advice for how to make it as a successful 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 photographyMy new book 'How To Make Your Food Famous' is ready for pre-order! Read more about it and sign up for your pre-order bonus in this blog post HEREFind out more about my brand new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course HERE  Find out more about my flagship Foundation Food Photography & Styling Online Course HERE (use code ECS10 at checkout for 10% off!)The Arkon Remarkable Creator™ Pro+Plus Mount w/Ring Light camera stand. Use code TLPcreate at checkout for 20% off!Emma's website (and quarterly newsletter), blog and InstagramThe Humble HomeThe politics of influence – Eat Capture Share podcast episode number 127Find out more about my free Instagram Food Photography Challenge HEREMartin PooleMadeleine Shaw and her book A Year of Beautiful EatingFind full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

In today's episode (132) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm chatting with California-based filmmaker and photographer Adrian Per, who has created content for Little Nas X, Nike and many more. We talk about the power of storytelling in videography, how to incorporate authenticity into your food photography and videography, and how to create content that stands out on social media. Get ready to take notes because this episode is packed full of tips that you won't want to miss! Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...Adrian introduces himself.Adrian shares how changing his Instagram strategy led to over 400K new followers in 1 year!Adrian explains how he approaches pacing and storytelling in videography.Adrian gives his best advice for finding the confidence to step in front of the camera.Adrian reveals the one thing you need to include in your food photography to achieve the best result.Adrian gives practical advice on how to come up with ideas for your Reels.Adrian shares the most common pitfalls to avoid when filming videos.Adrian gives his top tips for how to get your videos to stand out and get noticed.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 photographyMy new book 'How To Make Your Food Famous' is ready for pre-order! Read more about it in this blog post HEREJoin my brand new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course using 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!Adrian's website, Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeAnatomy of a Filipino householdVimeo Food ChannelKarl ShakurThe Life of Riza on YouTubeEthan UncuratedAdrian's Discord Mood BoardChristopher NolanWes AndersonQuentin TarantinoFind the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

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 photographyI got a book deal - The story so far – Eat Capture Share podcast episode number 124White Lion PublishingTake 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, 2024Magic 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 122I met with meta, this is what I learned - Eat Capture Share podcast episode number 115Find the full show notes HEREFind 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 photographyJoin my brand new Reels for Food Content Creators Online CourseTeri's website and Instagram Teri’s AI generated cinnamon roll!Discover more about the Paris Food Photography Summit HEREDiscover more about the London Reels and Styling in person workshop with Silvia HEREMagic Mind, The World’s First Productivity Shot use code ECS20 to get 20% off!Find the full show notes HEREFind 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 photographyFind 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 FieldLina’s Instagram, website, cookbook and date bark recipeVerna GaoHotpot restaurantMagic 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 photographyFood 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 127Join the wait list for my brand new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course HEREFind out more about my March 2024 Food Photography and Reels Creation Group Workshop HEREMagic Mind, The World’s First Productivity Shot use code ECS20 to get 20% off!Find full show notes HEREFind 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 photographyThe #eatcaptureshare food photography challenge is back! Read more about it in this blog post, and SIGN UP HEREJoin the wait list for my brand new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course HEREAlyson's website, Instagram and SubstackAlyson's bookMagic Mind, The World’s First Productivity Shot use code ECS20 to get 20% off!Find the full show notes HEREFind 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 photographyHow I transformed a small room into a home office & photography studio. Read more about it in this blog post HEREGet my free tips for the perfect home studio set up HEREMy reels went viral, this is what I discovered! - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 122Join the wait list for my new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course HEREFind out about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREOur PlaceVideo content strategies, with Orchids and Sweet Tea - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 107Instagram Reels strategies for food photographers with Jasmine Star - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 75Find out about my online Foundation Food Photography and Food Styling course HEREFind out about all my online courses and bundles HEREFind out about my free Instagram Food Photography Challenge HEREFind full show notes HEREFind 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 photographyFind out more about my #EatCaptureShare food photography challenge HEREMurielle’s website, YouTube, and Instagram Murielle's cookbookHyramRØDE Lavalier microphoneiMovieFind the full show notes HEREFind 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 LionHow to get featured by Saveur magazine - ECS Podcast episode 16How to build community on instagram with Sara Tasker - ECS Podcast episode 25Elizabeth Gilbert, Big MagicOn working with top end clients - ECS Podcast episode 123How to find a cookbook agent! - ECS Podcast episode 111Creative Food Photography - The PlaybookFull 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 photographyDoaa’s website and InstagramFood photographer Martin PooleFind the full show notes HEREFind 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 photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREFind out more about my Foundation Food Photography and Food Styling online course HEREFind my "Content Tips" Instagram highlight HEREFind my viral food Reels at the top of this page HEREFind the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

In today's season finale episode (121) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm talking with vegetarian food blogger, micro influencer and former Fearless Focus mentee, Chelsea Vetre. We chat about what qualities brands look for in smaller content creators, why follower count is overrated and how to set your price as a micro influencer with less than 10K followers. This upbeat and inspiring conversation is a must-listen for food creatives who are small but mighty!Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...I share info about how to apply for the Fearless Focus MastermindChelsea introduces herself.Chelsea gives her best advice for how creatives with smaller Instagram followings can set up paid collaborations with brands.Chelsea shares insider advice on how to find brands who want to pay micro influencers.Chelsea describes the number one thing that creatives with smaller audiences need to know when working with brands.Chelsea explains how to stand out as a micro influencer.We talk about what influencers with a smaller audience must consider when setting prices.Chelsea describes the difference my mentorship has made to her bottom line and professional goals.Chelsea shares her biggest takeaways from the Mastermind and has a message for anyone thinking about signing up.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 photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREFind out more about my online Foundation Food Photography & Food Styling Visual Story-Telling courseChelsea's website and InstagramChelsea’s lemon pastaDownload my 5 tips for the perfect home studio set up HEREFind the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

In today's episode (120) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm talking with founder and podcast host of Cubicle to CEO, Ellen Yin. We take the stigma out of talking about money and openly chat about how to find the courage to leap into the professional and financial unknown. Ellen's insights are crucial for female creative entrepreneurs at every career stage of their journey. You're going to want to come back to this episode again and again, it's a good one! Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...Ellen introduces herself.Ellen explains how she started her journey as an entrepreneur.Ellen gives her best advice for how to leave a 9 to 5 job and start your own creative business.Ellen shares why financial transparency is so important, even if it's sometimes uncomfortable.Ellen explains why entrepreneurs shouldn't focus solely on profit and outlines which other financial metrics you need to be tracking in your business!We talk about the importance of becoming financially literate as a creative.Ellen gives her top tips for taking the next financial investment step in your business, whether you're just starting or well-established.Ellen talks openly about the top three qualities she sees in the most successful female creative entrepreneurs.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 photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREEllen's website, Instagram, podcast, blog and YouTube channelCubicle to CEO website, InstagramEllen's income reportsDownload my 5 tips for the perfect home studio set up HEREFind the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

In today's episode (119) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm chatting with food photographer and former Fearless Focus mastermind and mentoring client, Sally Hulse. We talk about how working with me improved both Sally's confidence and her food photography business, why Sally decided she needed a creative business mentor and how she juggles the demands of work and family life. This honest and inspiring chat is a great pep talk for creative entrepreneurs at every stage of their journeys.Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...Sally introduces herself.Sally explains how she grew from taking online food photography courses to finding her own clients.Sally gives her top tips for how new food photographers can take on new clients and make an income doing what they love.Sally talks about why she needed a business mentor and how she knew it was the right time to find one.Sally shares how she and her food photography business have grown since joining Fearless Focus.Sally talks about why she expanded her food photography business to include a new income source.Sally gives her best advice for how to juggle growing a food photography business, working a part-time job and parenting a young child.Sally reveals her top takeaway from my Fearless Focus mastermind programme.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 photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HERESally's website and InstagramDonna Hay Download my 5 tips for the perfect home studio set up HEREHow to build a restaurant photography business – Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 112 Find my Instagram HERE Find the full show notes HERE

In today's mini solo episode (118) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I share my top tips on how to manage a quieter period in your business and how to weather an economic downturn or recession as a food photographer, food blogger and food content creator. Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...I explain how this episode came about and share some never before shared details of my own creative business.I outline how to adjust your offerings in this economic climate.I chat about why it’s so important to know it’s not you!I share a key tip that helped me turn a launch around during a slower period in my business.I note why mindset matters hugely as a creative business owner.I explain why it’s ESSENTIAL to always keep marketing, even when you’re busy and fully booked and most certainly during quieter periods.I chat about which parts of your business you need to double down on right now.I highlight why slower periods in your creative business are a blessing in disguise (and how to best use them!) 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 photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREFind out more about my Advanced Signature Module 1 online course HEREFind out more about my Foundation Food Photography and Food Styling online course HERETalking all things business with my coach, Rick Mulready – Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 98Find my rate card template along with my customizable media kit template HEREFind full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE

In today's episode (117) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm talking with teacher, author of 'Will Write For Food' and food writing coach, Dianne Jacob.  We chat about the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and whether it threatens food writers', food bloggers' and food photographers' livelihoods or not!  We also talk about the what, where and why of Substack, and its benefits and drawbacks for food bloggers and food writers today. Dianne is such an expert in her field so this is an episode you won't want to miss! Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...Dianne introduces herself.Dianne explains how AI is affecting the food writing space.Dianne talks about how AI such as ChatGPT is impacting recipe developers and food bloggers.Dianne gives her expert opinion on whether AI is a threat to food bloggers or not. The answer may surprise you!Dianne explains the benefits of Substack versus blogging!Dianne gives her top tips for getting your cookbook proposal to stand out in a crowded market. 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 photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREDianne’s Substack newsletter and InstagramDianne’s booksChatGPTBardDianne's ChatGPT-generated cookie photoDavid Lebovitz's newsletterFood 52Sally’s Baking AddictionEleni from the TLP teamHow to write a cookbook proposal. Get the FREE downloadable pdf HERE!Find the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE

In today's mini solo episode (116) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I talk about what key things helped me leave my 9-5 and turn food photography, food content creation and teaching food photography into my full-time career. Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...I explain why I am not a fan of the phrase ‘one day’.I outline the first key practical step I took to make leaving my 9-5 tangible!I chat about why food photography isn’t a dream career for everyone.I share a key tip that helped me maximise my hard work as I built my food photography business.I note why consistency and patience need to go hand in hand on your creative biz journey.I explain why making smart investments at the right time and in the right things helped make leaving a 9-5 possible.I chat about why understanding market demands is key!I give a bonus tip you won’t want to miss! 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 photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREYour pathway to success (re-release) - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 99Creative living in quarantine, with Beth Kirby - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 43Find the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE

In today's mini solo episode (115) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I talk about what I learned from my meeting with META all about the power of Reels!   Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode... I explain how I got invited to join the Meta UK creator group. Meta shared what they are looking for when it comes to Reel duration and the trends may surprise you! Meta shared the Reel formats that are resonating most on their platforms right now! Meta let me in on the core principles they want creators to focus on when they create content on the platform! I share my best advice for thriving as a creative on Instagram right now! I outline why Facebook - of all things?! - once again NEEDS to be part of your strategy (and how you can do this without even thinking about it).   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 Foundation Food Photography and Food Styling online course HERE, use code PODCAST23 at checkout for 10% off! (Offer valid until 2nd July 2023) Find out more about my advanced Signature Module 1 mini course Behind the Scenes of a Photo Shoot HERE, use code PODCAST23 at checkout for 10% off! (Offer valid until 2nd July 2023) See all my available online courses and bundles HERE, use code PODCAST23 at checkout for 10% off! (Offer valid until 2nd July 2023) Find out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HERE My phone tripod review Reel My 5 Reel ideas Reel Announcement of midsummer food photography and visual story telling retreat, Finland 2023 with Viola Minerva Virtamo. Read more about it in this blog post HERE Find the full show notes HERE Find my Instagram HERE