S20 E197 Chiara Gianelli

Join us as we chat with Chiara Gianelli, a Dublin-based content creator, food photographer & stylist, and social media marketer. Originally from Italy, Chiara has a deep-rooted passion for food. She transformed her love for culinary storytelling into a thriving business, creating standout narratives and mouth-watering visuals for food, beverage, and wellness brands.

Chiara shares her transition from scientific research to content creation, and how she combines her analytical skills with creative flair to help brands stand out. We'll explore her journey from experimenting in the kitchen to launching "A Matter of Nourishment," her platform dedicated to improving people's relationships with food. Hear how Chiara uses her unique blend of science and artistry to craft strategic content that drives results and tells compelling stories.

To keep up with Chiara and her incredible content, you can visit her website or follow her on Instagram!

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S19 E189 Nitya Jain

Today we're talking to Nitya Jain, a photographer and director focusing on food, drink, hospitality, and lifestyle. With a knack for creating vibrant and irresistible visual content, Nitya's lens captures the magic of every flavor, space, and place, guiding viewers through a journey illuminated by light and color. Rooted in her South Asian heritage, Nitya's love affair with food and hues traces back to her upbringing in India, where meals were a celebration of shared experiences and stories. With a background in architecture and graphic design, she weaves together light, textures, and space to craft bespoke visual narratives for her commercial and editorial clients, each a unique tapestry of storytelling and creativity.

You can see Nitya's amazing work on her website or by following her on Instagram!

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S19 E188 Daniela Gerson

Today we're talking to Daniela Gerson! Formerly a chef with a fervent passion for sourcing vibrant produce from local markets, Daniela's journey took an unexpected turn after a back injury led her to discover her innate talent for photography. Now, as a food photographer, creative director, food stylist, and recipe developer, Daniela's images beautifully accentuate the natural allure of real food, capturing its essence with every click. With a studio adorned with an array of captivating props, Daniela collaborates with brands, restaurants, and publications, breathing life into their creative visions from inception to fruition through stunning stills and captivating motion. When she's not immersed in her craft, Daniela finds solace surfing the California coast or imparting her culinary wisdom to her niece, weaving memories as colorful as her challah braids.

Follow Daniela on Instagram to keep up her cooking and photography adventures! Make sure to check out her website to see all her incredible work.

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S19 E186 Lauren Volo

Join us as we chat with Lauren Volo, a talented food photographer whose journey from Syracuse University's darkroom to bustling New York City is as captivating as her images. After assisting top food photographers, she launched her own business in 2012, shooting cookbooks and collaborating with brands big and small for captivating ad campaigns.

Check out Lauren's work on the Big Leo website and follow her on Instagram to keep up with her day-to-day!

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S18 E 182 Angela DeCenzo

Join us for an insightful conversation with Angela DeCenzo, a San Francisco-based photographer known for her captivating work in lifestyle, food, and portraiture. Angela's journey into photography began with childhood adventures in her family's VW van, instilling in her a love for simple abundance and honest human connection that permeates her work today.

In this episode, Angela shares her mindful approach to photography, emphasizing collaboration, humor, and genuine curiosity. She seeks to capture authentic moments and highlight the compelling stories of individuals and brands that share her values of well-being and sustainability. Join us as Angela inspires us to slow down, embrace curiosity, and find beauty in both the ordinary and extraordinary aspects of life through the transformative power of photography.

Make sure to check out Angela's website and follow her on Instagram to stay up to date with all of her amazing work.

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