In this episode, we're going over the basics of starting a food photography business. We cover the gear we use and recommend, food photography contracts, bookkeeping, and so much more!Helpful Links:Food Photography Corner Retreat >> https://foodphotographycorner.com/fpc-retreat-april-2023Shop Our Gear >> https://www.amazon.com/shop/foodphotographycornerVinyl Backdrops >> https://dropawall.com/collections/allHard Backdrops >> https://en.woodvilleworkshop.com/shopProps >> https://www.fodory.com/?ref=k34czmfz8hPixieset (bonus storage with link) >> https://gallery.pixieset.com/ref/Loy05MQ1egContract Course >> https://contractlegalease.com/p/food-photography-contractsThanks so much for tuning in. We can't wait to share more episodes with you this year, please don't hesitate to reach out if there is something you'd like to hear us talk about!

In this episode, we're joined by Stephanie from Stephanie's Sweet Treats to chat about scheduling and workflow as a full-time food blogger! She's sharing her exact processes for creating a ton of content consistently and efficiently.

Hello–we're so happy to be back! In this episode, we're chatting about where we've been, what you can expect from us going forward, and a peek behind the scenes of what it's like to be a full-time creative entrepreneur. From the things we struggle with to how we work through them! Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefoodphotographycorner/

In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Heather (@mrs.barnes), she is an amazing commercial food and product photographer and we are going to be chatting with her about what you need to get started with commercial photography and product photography – from education to equipment, we're covering it all! RESOURCES: - Frenchly Blog > https://french.ly/blog/- Foodtography School > https://foodtographyschool.com/?aff=rosslyn- Artificial Academy by Joanie Simon > https://thebiteshot.mykajabi.com/artificial-academy?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fthebiteshot.mykajabi.com%2Fa%2F11471%2FbNyiSFcmINSTAGRAM: Rosslyn > https://www.instagram.com/rosslynmaria/Mikyla > https://www.instagram.com/flaxandsugar/Heather > https://www.instagram.com/heatherbarnesphoto/Sean > https://www.instagram.com/misa.hungry/

In today's episode, we are chatting all about social reposting. Learn our thoughts, how we deal with reposts, rate ranges, resources, and so much more!Resources Mentioned: Pricing Guide > https://cashmereandcocktails.com/product/ultimate-pricing-guide-for-food-photographers/Getty Image Calculator > https://www.gettyimages.ca/purchase/price-calculator/1292580029Instagram:Rosslyn > https://www.instagram.com/rosslynmaria/Mikyla > https://www.instagram.com/flaxandsugar/

In today's episode, we are chatting about the branded assets we use in our food photography businesses to streamline the pitching/negotiating process and stand out to potential clients!RESOURCES MENTIONED: Client Questionnaire > http://rosslynmaria.com/client-questionnaire/Rate Card > https://rosslynmaria.com/product/rate-sheet-template-canva/Mood Board / Shot List > https://rosslynmaria.com/product/mood-board-template/Report Card > https://flaxandsugar.com/product/brand-report-card-template/INSTAGRAM: Rosslyn > https://flaxandsugar.com/product/brand-report-card-template/Mikyla > https://www.instagram.com/flaxandsugar/

In this episode we are joined by special guest, Kyleigh, from Barley and Sage, to chat about understanding contracts in food photography. Tune in to learn some important things you should be including in every single contract you sign! Resources: - What to Include in a Food Photography Contract > https://www.barleyandsage.com/food-photography-contract/Instagram Profiles: Rosslyn > https://www.instagram.com/rosslynmaria/Mikyla > https://www.instagram.com/flaxandsugar/Kyleigh > https://www.instagram.com/barleyandsage/

We are joined by special guest, Candice, from Eat More Cake to chat about how to land more consistent clients. Resources: FREE Brand Questionnaire > https://mailchi.mp/87d02dad1535/business-resourcesFREE Brand Pitching Guide > https://rosslynmaria.com/pitch-please-lite/Rate Card Template > https://rosslynmaria.com/product/rate-sheet-template-canva/Mood Board Template > https://rosslynmaria.com/product/mood-board-template/Report Card Template > https://flaxandsugar.com/product/brand-report-card-template/Instagram profiles: Rosslyn - https://www.instagram.com/rosslynmaria/Mikyla - https://www.instagram.com/flaxandsugar/Candice - https://www.instagram.com/eatmorecakebycandice/

In this week's episode, we have a special guest, Sharon, from Whiskfully So, here to chat with us about how to navigate being ghosted by a client.Overview of topics discussed:- Stages of being ghosted - Importance of follow-up emails + frequency - Setting deadlines and clear expectations with regards to payment - Importance of contacts Resources mentioned:FREE Media Kit Content Guide > https://mailchi.mp/798b77ddaf11/media-kit-content-guideFREE Brand Pitching Guide > https://rosslynmaria.com/pitch-please-lite/Full Brand Pitching Guide + Templates > https://rosslynmaria.com/product/pitch-please/Instagram profiles: Rosslyn > https://www.instagram.com/rosslynmaria/Mikyla > https://www.instagram.com/flaxandsugar/Sharon > https://www.instagram.com/whiskfullyso/We are so grateful to Sean for recording this room for us, yet again! See his work here:Sean > https://www.instagram.com/misa.hungry/

In this episode, we're sharing 9 different ways to diversify your income as a food photographer!Resources mentioned: FREE Brand Pitching Guide >> https://rosslynmaria.com/pitch-please-lite/Report Card Template >> https://flaxandsugar.com/product/brand-report-card-template/Find us on social:Rosslyn - @rosslynmariaMikyla - @flaxandsugar