IACP TALKS – Finding Success as a Commercial Food Photographer

The International Association of Culinary Professionals is thrilled to invite Jena Carlin to IACP TALKS. Join Jena on an inspiring journey through the lens as they share insights and strategies on becoming a successful commercial food photographer including the challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that shaped their career. Explore the art of diversifying income streams, from organizing impactful summits to teaching and turning portfolios into profit-generating assets.

The talk will be a treasure trove of practical advice, including Jena Carlin's favorite equipment recommendations, and navigating collaborative efforts with teams and food stylists. Discover the secrets behind creating visually stunning images that not only capture the essence of food but also resonate with audiences, fostering success in the competitive world of commercial food photography.

Jena Carlin is a Midwest-based commercial food and lifestyle photographer, videographer, prop stylist, and art director. Over the past 13 years, Jena has been known for her elevated earthy, artistic photography style focused on appetite appeal and brand storytelling. Her classical training as a fine art painter creates a unique photography style that perfectly complements both editorial and advertising campaigns. She seeks out authentic emotion in her food and lifestyle photography with a strong emphasis on narratives and blending modern and heritage styles. Jena's clients include: Ghirardelli, Martha Stewart, Kohl’s, Taste of Home, Sam’s Club, The Buckle, Press, Kerry Taste and Nutrition, and Iowa Premium Angus. In addition to Jena’s commercial work, she prides herself on building the community and knowledge of commercial food photography through the Little Rusted Ladle blog, the Master the Art of Food Photography online summit, and her mentorship program Portfolio to Profit.

Can't attend on this date? Not to worry. Everyone who signs up will get a link to a video recording of the webinar so you can watch it anytime that is convenient for you!

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