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Interview with a food stylist – Michael Giletto

Posted on August 9, 2014 by Jerry

I am going to try a series of interviews with food stylists-some of which I have worked with and some that I have only communicated with on Facebook. They will be from various locations around the world. The questions are … Continue reading →

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Woo Hoo!

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Jerry

The first time I watched CreativeLive was when Neel of LearnFoodPhotography.com told us that Penny DeLosSantos was appearing on the show. I had no idea that this message would have a major influence on my life. CreativeLive presents 3 day courses … Continue reading →

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Portfolios

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Jerry

When I first started in photography, there was no Internet. There weren’t even personal computers. A portfolio was a leather bound book or a box that you carried around, filled with your best work. My, have things changed. Portfolios have … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Weekend Workshop in Alabama

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Jerry

It is times like this that I wish I was a writer in addition to being a photographer. I would have more words to express the feelings that I have about the most fantastic weekend that I just had. To … Continue reading →

Posted in Food Photography, Uncategorized | Tagged Clare Barboza, food, food photography, Food Photography Workshop, Helene Dujardin, Light, natural light, photography, Photography Workshop, Workshop | 2 Comments

A Friend In Need

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Jerry

My friend Phil wants to buy the best camera he can and has been agonizing over which one to buy. 5D Mark II, 7D, 6D, 60D, T4i???? And what about all those Nikons? What to do? Being a friend, I didn’t … Continue reading →

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What Does a Photographer of Food Do For Fun?

Posted on May 27, 2012 by Jerry

Do you remember when photography was awe inspiring? When every day brought you pleasure just because you had a camera in your hand? Before having more equipment that requires a pack mule? Before there were clients, billing, expenses, insurance and worries … Continue reading →

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12 Food Photography Tips

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Jerry

For better food photos: 1) If your food has height, show it. Shoot at a low camera angle. 2) If your food has texture, show it. Light from the side or the back to show texture. Shadows show texture so … Continue reading →

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Exclusive iStockPhoto Contributor

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Jerry

It was very frustrating for a while. I’ve been anxiously awaiting to accumulate enough downloads to become an iStockphoto exclusive contributor. I deleted all of my other affiliations and I was ready to go. I hit my download goal and … Continue reading →

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Sometimes You Just Get Lucky

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Jerry

I received a call the other day from a Chef that does recipe development and is looking for a photographer. Funny thing is, I was recommended by a client that didn’t use me. Funnier thing is that the Chef lives … Continue reading →

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OMG-James Beard House

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Jerry

What a day I had today! A combination of one of the hardest days of work in years along with the best meal I’ve ever eaten in my life. And, I did it all standing on my feet. Today, I … Continue reading →

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