When we start a photography business, we have a long wish list. On that list are lenses, camera bodies, and fancy tripods but often times, that doesn’t leave much budget for props and backdrops. As a food and product photographer, props and backdrops are at the center of our photos and they reflect on our photography, but also our brand! Over the last few years I tried a lot of different places, but there are 11 sources I just keep coming back to time after time.
Today, I’m sharing those sources with you! When you’re ready to build up your own supply, these 11 places are where I recommend you get started.

This behind-the-scenes look at Frenchly Photography’s Food Photography Studio was first published on mylucie.com. I thought it would be interesting for my readers to get this behind the scenes from my friend Lucie’s blog. I hope you enjoy!    My name is Fanette. I am a French food + product photographer & educator located in Washington D.C. […]

To get the most out of Lightroom as a food photographer, it’s important to have a workflow that’s easy to follow and easy to stick with as well. It can save you a lot of time and help you stay on top of backups, both of which are key to a successful food photography business. I’ve adjusted my own workflow over the years and some of the things I do now, I wish I had known before. That’s why I’m sharing my method with you today.

Today you’re getting a VIP behind the scenes of my food photography process step by step. From the pre production planning to editing and delivering the images, I’ll show you everything. I’m super excited to share it with you!

Starting a photography business is no joke! But here are 9 things I did right from the beginning that ultimately led to success.

A goal action plan is the best kept secret to professional achievement. Let me walk you through creating one that works for you and your creative business.

Are you ready to take your business up a notch? Learn how to set professional development goals in the second blog post of my three part series.

Setting goals is the best way to take your business to the next level. As the new year is within arm’s reach, it’s time to start thinking about what to do with it!

Batch tasking is the best way to boost productivity in your creative business! Here’s how it works for me and why it will be a game-changer for you.

I got my creative business organized with Trello and you can, too! Here’s how to plan, organize, collaborate, and automate using Trello in your business.

Automate your photography business with templates and a good CRM. Here’s how I use my CRM to create a smooth workflow and high-quality client experience.

Please note – some of these are affiliate links, which means I’ll make a small portion of the profit if you purchase something, at no extra cost to you! Thanks for supporting us!   Earlier this fall I spent a few weeks in my happy place: Paris, France! It was so good to explore familiar […]

Repurposing your content is the best way to save time and get the most out of each social media platform you use. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Email marketing is one of the best ways to build a loyal client base. Here’s how to find the right hosting platform and plan stellar newsletter content.

Here’s how to keep your content under control with an editorial calendar! It’s the best way to keep up with multiple web presences for your business.

Instagram marketing is a powerful tool for food and product photographers. Here’s how to consistently roll out engaging content for your brand.

Pinterest for photographers is an amazingly powerful tool. Learn how you can leverage Pinterest marketing for your photography business.

Provide an exceptional client experience while speeding up your workflow by using the 4 templates that transformed my photography business.

We all have things we are afraid of. (Heights, public speaking, spiders…need I go on?) But one fear I think most of us share is a perfectly natural one: fear of failure. Fear of failure is the reason a lot of aspiring photographers never really get their business off the ground. We fear that we […]

An elevated client experience sets you apart from the other photographers. Learn to create an impeccable experience from initial inquiry to final payment.

Are you tired of digging for the right job posting, writing endless proposals, and putting hours of research into one-time collaborations? If you aren’t, maybe you should be!  New collaborations are exciting and good for a challenge (as well as a mental break), but did you know they could be costing you more than just […]