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How to make your restaurant or café stand out!

7/30/2024

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So, you have the location, you have the best staff, you have the most delectable menu, you have the smoothest velvety coffees and an array of incredibly delicious cocktails, BUT you are finding it hard to get people through the door?

Sound familiar?

What makes it worse is that we are currently in a recession and excess spending money is tight.

The good news is that through A LOT of research and first-hand info, it’s correct to say that high-quality imagery plays a significant role in promoting hospitality businesses.
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Why Businesses Should Not Cut Their Marketing Budget in an Economic Downturn

7/14/2024

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In times of economic downturn, exactly what we are all facing right now, businesses often look for ways to reduce expenses, and marketing budgets are frequently among the first to be slashed.

However, this approach can be short-sighted and detrimental to long-term success. Here are several compelling reasons why businesses should maintain, if not increase, their marketing efforts during tough economic times.
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Tips & tricks for capturing food and drinks in restaurants!

3/4/2024

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When I started food photography, I started shooting for restaurants and hotels before I moved into studio work. I absolutely love it for so many reasons, but it is stressful, and when not prepped effectively … it can be a disaster. 
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So, I wanted to share these tips, which may help you if you are just starting out, or just need a little extra push in the right direction!
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Why I LOVE using natural light as a food photographer!

3/4/2024

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​On top of skill & creativity, food photography requires a strong understanding of light. Among the myriad lighting options available to photographers, for me, natural light holds a special place. 
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STORIES FROM THE ROAD - My experience of Race Across America!

7/18/2023

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​When I think about where to even begin with this journey, I struggle.

​Like most, when speaking about my time on Race Across America, it’s very hard to navigate how best to describe a week which encapsulates both one of the best and worst weeks when it comes to experiences.
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