Master the Art of Food Photography 2023

Master the Art of Food Photography Summit is the can’t-miss event for food photographers, food stylists, food bloggers, and aspiring food photographers. 

Sign up today to stream the summit May 16 – 19!

Through the Lens:

How to Make Magazine-Worthy Editorial Food Photography with Jena Carlin

Using a variety of lenses can help you achieve more interesting and dynamic food photography, allowing you to experiment with different techniques and achieve a wider range of creative effects. In this live demonstration, Jena Carlin will use several SIGMA lenses to build a magazine layout for the Master the Art of Food Photography edition of Little Rusted Ladle magazine. Attendees will have access to the cover template to create their own Magazine cover image!

About Jena Carlin

Jena Carlin is a Midwest-based commercial food and lifestyle photographer. In 13 years, she’s become known for her elevated earthy, artistic photography style. Her style focuses on appetite appeal and brand storytelling. Her classical training as a fine art painter creates a unique style that complements both editorial and advertising campaigns. Jena seeks out authentic emotion in her food and lifestyle photography with a strong emphasis on narratives and blending modern and heritage styles.

As a photographer, Jena shoots for clients such as Ghirardelli, Martha Stewart, Kohl’s, Taste of Home, Sam’s Club, The Buckle, Press, Kerry Taste and Nutrition, and Iowa Premium Angus.

In addition, Jena is working on building the community and knowledge of commercial food photography. She does this through the Little Rusted Ladle blog, the Master the Art of Food Photography online summit, and her mentorship program Portfolio to Profit.