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a behind-the-scenes look at the drama-filled world of food photography and the stories that bring each dish to life
I will never forget the first time I went to Golden Corral. I’d never been to a buffet before and y’all—I swear, it was a life-changing moment. Obviously, since I’m writing an entire blog post about it. LOL. After all, that first buffet felt like a dream come true. But seriously. There were food stations […]
November 3, 2025
Five Minutes Before the Hero Shot When steam becomes the story in beverage photography, magic happens — light, emotion, and timing come together to turn an ordinary cup into art. I was near the end of my test shoot, and while the shots were solid, they just didn’t sing. You know that feeling when something […]
October 27, 2025
I’ve heard this phrase more times than I can count: “Find your light!” And sure, I get it. Photography literally comes from photon—the study of light. But over time, I discovered something deeper—the language of photography isn’t just written in light. It’s also whispered in the shadows. Shadows give light its purpose. They carve mood, […]
October 21, 2025
What Tito’s Wanted (And What They Didn’t) The brilliant team at Tito’s Handmade Vodka came to me with a very specific ask:Create a hero shot for a St. Patrick’s Day cocktail photoshoot that felt elevated, feminine, and fun—but without falling into the typical holiday traps (no leprechauns, no pot of gold, and absolutely no tacky […]
May 26, 2025
A COLOR THAT DEMANDS ATTENTION This recent shoot for Tito’s Vodka’s Valentine’s Day campaign was all about atmosphere—bold, romantic, and sultry. The client wanted a photo that oozed romance—the kind you’d find in a classic romance novel. Tito’s Vodka envisioned a setting that felt intimate, passionate, and unforgettable. The deep, wine-like red saturates the background, […]
March 31, 2025
Step In Close, Feel the Moment with Brenham Kitchens’ Chocolate Sauce I recently had the pleasure of photographing Brenham Kitchens’ Chocolate Sauce, a brand that knows how to turn something simple into something irresistible. This shoot was all about capturing the richness, the velvety smoothness, and, consequently, that perfect, slow-moving drip that makes chocolate sauce […]
March 3, 2025
There’s something primal about making salt-encrusted red snapper. It connects us to something ancient, something fundamental. I wanted to capture a dish that felt both rustic and lavish. Think sun-drenched coastlines and celebratory feasts. This dish was a joy to photograph because I got to play with so many different textures. From the jagged, sandy-textured […]
February 18, 2025
I’m SO excited to share this recent test shoot I did with Stumptown Coldbrew Coffee. This one was pure magic, you guys! I had a blast bringing together my love of coffee with a touch of Valentine’s Day romance. Think about it: coffee is intense, right? It wakes you up, gives you energy, and gets […]
January 27, 2025
A Smoky, Earthy, and Totally Authentic Photoshoot Ever had one of those moments where something just clicks? Like, really clicks? That’s how I felt the first time I tasted mezcal. It was about five years ago, and my husband’s coworker brought us a special bottle of Madre Mezcal from his hometown in Guadalajara, Mexico. One […]
January 13, 2025
Oh my goodness, you guys, this shoot was pure magic! I’m so excited to share this behind-the-scenes peek at my latest project with Lyoness Pastry Boutique! Let me tell you, working with Karla, the incredible baker behind these amazing cookies, was an absolute dream come true. You see, Karla’s cookies aren’t your average, everyday cookies. […]
