My Food Lens
Dyutima Jha
If you take photos of food for any reason, be it hobby or business, this podcast is for you! After 15 years as an architect, Dyutima switched careers and built a successful business in food styling and food photography. Join her, as she deep dives into the world of food styling & photography, actionable strategies to build & grow your business, manage social media challenges and create fearlessly by nurturing a positive mindset. Whether you’re a photographer, food entrepreneur or aspire to be one, food stylist, blogger, influencer, small food business or connected to food & photography in any way, this podcast shall leave you with answers, action and inspiration. Read more about Dyutima at https://myfoodlens.com Follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dyutima_myfoodlens/
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#103 - How to create a professional photography portfolio to grow your business - part 2
My Food Lens
09/25/24 • 50 min
Being laser-focused about where we want to take our business and working on the right aspects that will bring results.
Creating a portfolio and marketing it, is a huge part of building a photography business.
In fact, it is the key step in starting right because if the client does not like what they see, there’s no 2nd conversation from there.
But when our portfolio is created the right way and shared the right way, it helps us work with better clients, negotiate better rates, and in fact, raise our rates.
The secret lies not just in creating beautiful work but also in being smart and strategic about how we create, share, and update it.
In this week’s podcast episode, we continue our conversation with Lucia Marecak, food photographer, food photography teacher, coach, and creative online business consultant based in Italy. Lucia shares everything about creating a powerful portfolio that brings clients, helps you raise your rates, and differentiates you from the competition.
Lucia shares everything from creating separate portfolios, the different ways to market your portfolio, use it to attract clients, tips to present your portfolio in pitches, how to use it to raise your rates, and the importance of feedback to improve and upgrade your portfolio.
We are always creating new content, new photos, new recipes, new videos. It’s so easy to start being strategic about our content creation anytime.
We can start today.
And if we already have a robust, well thought-out portfolio, then we can start sharing it in ways that all that hardwork can make the impact it truly deserves. And we start anytime, wherever we are in our journey. Basically, we can start today!
The beauty of it is that it’s never too late. The train hasn’t left the station. As soon as we learn the power of creating and marketing it a portfolio, we can start right away.
Here’s how to create a photography portfolio that brings results.
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Show notes available at https://www.myfoodlens.com/blog/103-how-to-create-a-professional-photography-portfolio-to-grow-your-business-part-2
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The 5 steps to visual storytelling https://myfoodlens.ck.page/b0ea86cef6The 10-step photoshoot https://myfoodlens.com/the-10-step-photoshoot-guide/
06/13/24 • 52 min
When we see others finding a level of success that looks too far-fetched, we begin to believe that it is not possible for us.
Instead, when we take the success of others as proof that it is indeed possible & tell ourselves that if others have achieved it, then it must be doable, we begin to make way for more joy, success, and money than we imagined... Because then we set a new limit for ourselves and start working towards it.
Don’t miss out on opportunities, understand where to work hard & where to work smart, and tap into a revenue stream you may have been ignoring.
I invite you to tune into this week’s podcast where Sam Adler, a food photographer, Saveur Blog Award winner, and food blogger talks about what it takes to become a 6-figure and 7-figure Creative.
Sam already has a 6-figure food photography and blogging business. She also has 3 kids and aims to make a million dollars in revenue next year. She knows it’s going to happen.
And she’s telling us everything about how we can make it happen for us too.
Sam openly shares her $$ business revenue trajectory over the last few years, how her blog made over 100k when she took time off work as a new mom, how to book $20,000 photography projects, how to price, pitch, and find high- paying clients .. and much more.
If you’re stuck, feel that you’re not making enough in your food photography business, or doubt that you could have a money-making profitable business - you have to tune in.
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Show notes available at https://myfoodlens.com/97-how-to-build-a-six-figure-food-photography-business-with-sam-adler-part-1/
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The 5 steps to visual storytelling https://myfoodlens.ck.page/b0ea86cef6The 10-step photoshoot https://myfoodlens.com/the-10-step-photoshoot-guide/
04/11/24 • 18 min
This week on the podcast, I’ve 5 quick tips to improve the lighting in your food photography. There is always so much to learn about light. Small, subtle changes can completely change the feel of a photo. It can take a photo from realistic to artistic, with never-ending options.
Flatlay photography, adding movement to photos, or a creative way to learn about lighting - this week’s tips will immediately tell you what might be missing or can be improved in your photos.
It is the reminder we all need every once in a while to stay on top of our lighting game.
The truth is that a simple composition with stunning light is way more powerful, than a large composition with beautiful props but okay light.
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The 5 steps to visual storytelling https://myfoodlens.ck.page/b0ea86cef6The 10-step photoshoot https://myfoodlens.com/the-10-step-photoshoot-guide/
If you’ve wondered whether it’s worth creating a photography portfolio, and what to do after, join me as I speak to Shelly Waldman, a commercial and editorial photographer based in the San Francisco Bay area, and get blown-away hear her talk about the power of creating portfolios and the practice of getting a portfolio review.
In this latest episode of the podcast, Shelly talks about how portfolio reviews land you in front of huge commercial clients and magazines.
She shares how portfolio reviews were a catalyst in bringing her to where she is in the photography industry today, running a photography business and a successful mentorship program.
And also, how networking with creatives during portfolio reviews can open doors to incredible opportunities & friendships.
It is an energetic episode that is loaded with pow-packed tips on how to leverage portfolio reviews to find and connect to global clients, expand networks and also, hone photography skills.
- All links are in the show notes.
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Show notes available at https://myfoodlens.com/11-portfolio-reviews-with-shelly-waldman/
#2 - The magic of light in food photography
My Food Lens
09/16/21 • 28 min
So, you’re taking a photo of food and it just doesn’t look right. You wonder what’s missing? You know something’s not working but can’t put a finger on it.
Well, 90% of the times it is the lighting.
Light is the backbone of a good food photo.
Today when social media is flooded with a million food photos, where everyone is trying to create one magnificent composition after another, sometimes the most fundamental aspect of a photo, is overlooked.
A good photo does not need to be elaborate in composition, but a good photo must always have good lighting.
In this episode of the podcast, I bring back the attention to the importance of lighting in photography & the power of being able to harness light to create any mood, emotion, or story.
We also talk about the different types of light, where they fit in visual storytelling, limited access to light if you have a full-time job, and how it can be maximized.
Whether you are or not into artificial light, this episode suggests ways to reduce the overwhelm around artificial light & guides how to select the right kind of light to match your photography style.
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Show notes available at https://myfoodlens.com/2-the-magic-of-light-in-food-photography/
My Food Lens Podcast Trailer
My Food Lens
09/15/21 • 3 min
My Food Lens Podcast Trailer
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#1 - Introduction to My Food Lens Podcast
My Food Lens
09/15/21 • 10 min
In this episode, I introduce the podcast with a background of myself, who the podcast is for, what it’s about, the topics we’ll talk about over the episodes, the frequency, tone and what you can expect from this podcast.
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Show notes available at https://myfoodlens.com/1-introduction-to-my-food-lens-podcast/
#111 - Why creative retreats aren’t a luxury, but a necessity for business growth With Seema Rose - Part 1
My Food Lens
02/04/25 • 42 min
In this week’s episode, Seema Rose, a Food & lifestyle photographer, whose retreat invite changed my life and business, and who organizes the most magical creative retreats shares why we need to attend at least one retreat a year.
She shares how retreats are complete game-changers, can help us find our creative style, give business ideas, lead to portfolio growth, and partnership opportunities, reignite our creativity, and boost our business.
Why, rightfully so, retreats have become so popular now and more & more Creatives are attending at least one retreat a year.
This is an eye-opening episode emphasizing that sometimes we need to step away from the daily hustle & immerse in experiences that changes our lives & businesses forever.
I say by experience.
Whether you’re going through a low or a high, stepping away from the pressures of building a creative life can be the magic touch you didn’t know you needed.
If you haven’t thought about it, do so now.
If you haven’t planned one, do so now.
If you haven’t attended one, do so now.
Plan to attend a creative retreat this year & watch your life change.
If you’re working hard but seeing fewer results, feeling uninspired, not on top of your creative spirit, looking for a break, or simply curious about retreats, tune in to find out why you need to attend at least one retreat this year. And why it should be the one Seema organizes.
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Show notes available at https://www.myfoodlens.com/blog/111-why-creative-retreats-aren-t-a-luxury-but-a-necessity-for-business-growth-with-seema-rose-part-1
Seema's Bali Retreat - https://www.seemarosephotography.com/creativeretreats
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Mini-course : A guide to diversifying your photography business
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The 10-step photoshootThe 5 steps to visual storytelling
#110 - Pricing, Photography, Instagram - The Answers You Need to Grow Your Business - part 2
My Food Lens
01/23/25 • 23 min
In today’s podcast episode, we’re sharing game-changing advice from successful food photographers, bloggers, and creatives who’ve tackled these same challenges—and come out stronger. 💪✨
This isn’t just inspiration; it’s actionable advice from food photographers, bloggers, and creatives who’ve been where you are and found their way forward.
How to price, how to pitch, ask for money, overcome self-doubt, find confidence, what to do when you hit rock bottom, and how to overcome the idea of being a starving artist.
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
Tune in to hear how your favorite creators tackled the challenges, doubts, and questions you might be facing right now—and how you can, too.
Whether doubt comes from someone else or yourself, there will never be a dearth of self-criticism, questions, and fear. Business is like that.
Running a business is not for the faint of heart but it is also not as tough as we make it to be.
The solutions to most of our problems are actually easier than we think with the understanding that clearing doubts in business is always a work in progress.
So, if a doubt has crossed your mind, know that you’re not alone. Almost every successful business owner has gone through it too.
And here they are, sharing exactly what they did and how you can overcome it too.
Don’t listen to others about how to value yourself but hear how they value themselves.
That’s pure gold.
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Show notes available at https://www.myfoodlens.com/blog/110-pricing-photography-instagram-the-answers-you-need-to-grow-your-business-part-2
Have a question? Submit it as a voice note to be featured on the My Food Lens Podcast HERE
Mini-course : A guide to diversifying your photography business
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The 10-step photoshootThe 5 steps to visual storytelling
#105 - How to create, pitch & monetize a cookbook without overwhelm with Jessie Sierra - Part 1
My Food Lens
11/08/24 • 48 min
What if creating our cookbook was the breakthrough we need in our business? What if Writing our cookbook is actually a gateway to bigger opportunities?
What if it is actually the missing piece of the puzzle that can set us up for the success we are looking for?
Truth is, that creating your own cookbook is one of the most powerful ways to build credibility. No one ever takes a cookbook author lightly. There is so much weight in those words, whether you’re introducing yourself or pitching to a brand. It instantly sends the message that you’re a pro.
Creating a cookbook can also be the most joyful, soulful, and creatively fulfilling experience in your journey.
It can seem daunting but the benefits of creating your cookbook overshadows that overwhelm.
In this 2-part series, Jessie Sierra Ross, Food blogger, TV personality and cookbook author shares everything about writing your cookbook.
She breaks down the entire process of creating a cookbook. From writing, photographing, pitching, working with an editor, marketing, promoting and monetizing the book - she shares it all.
From concept creation to digital applications to visual design and food styling, Jessie opens up about every step involved in writing a cookbook.
This episode will leave you inspired and motivated.
A cookbook has the potential to bring results for years to come. It works as a long game but the impact is absolutely life-changing.
If you have been considering writing a cookbook, this episode will give you all the information you need to get started.
And if you haven’t thought about it yet, this episode will open a new way of thinking, introducing you to an idea that can be the pivotal point of your creative career.
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Show notes available at https://www.myfoodlens.com/blog/105-how-to-create-pitch-monetize-a-cookbook-without-overwhelm-with-jessie-sierra-ross-part-1
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The 5 steps to visual storytelling https://myfoodlens.ck.page/b0ea86cef6The 10-step photoshoot https://myfoodlens.com/the-10-step-photoshoot-guide/
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FAQ
How many episodes does My Food Lens have?
My Food Lens currently has 121 episodes available.
What topics does My Food Lens cover?
The podcast is about Photography, Instagram, Social Media, Visual Arts, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Influencer, Podcast, Podcasts, Arts, Business and Food.
What is the most popular episode on My Food Lens?
The episode title '#111 - Why creative retreats aren’t a luxury, but a necessity for business growth With Seema Rose - Part 1' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on My Food Lens?
The average episode length on My Food Lens is 39 minutes.
How often are episodes of My Food Lens released?
Episodes of My Food Lens are typically released every 7 days, 3 hours.
When was the first episode of My Food Lens?
The first episode of My Food Lens was released on Sep 15, 2021.
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