Upcoming events
SEPTEMBER 3-Day London Food Photography Workshop AND BUSINESS BLOGGING MASTERMIND {BOOK HERE}
Following the success of the March food photography workshop and the 3-day September food photography workshop, I will be running a 3-day group food photography and styling workshop and blogging and food business mastermind from September 21st – 23rd, 2018. The workshop will take place over 3 days and students will be able to attend just one, two or three sessions of the workshop!
Each session will cover different topics from
- learning about camera settings,
- working with natural light,
- food photography composition,
- visual story telling,
- editing in photoshop and
- creating dark and moody food photography shots
- how to earn more money doing what you love
- how to use social media as a way to reach your ideal customer
- how to set and reach your business goals
For lunch we will explore different local restaurants that all focus on vegetarian cuisine with vegan and gluten-free options available too. Goody bags will also be provided.
THE LONDON WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
SESSION 1 – LONDON FOOD STYLING AND FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP WITH THE LITTLE PLANTATION AND TWIGG STUDIOS
When: Friday, September 21st, 10am – 4pm
What: In the morning we will dive deeply into camera basics, focusing on mastering shutter speed, ISO and F-Stop as well as how to control and manipulate light to get the food images you want! You’ll also learn the basics of composition and food styling and have the opportunity to put your learning into action styling and photographing two different food scenes.
In the afternoon we will focus on learning how to decorate, style and photograph a vegan cake.
Where: At Kimberly’s South East London home studio. Please contact me for further information.
How many: This workshop will be open to 4 attendees only to allow for enough 1-2-1 attention. As the numbers are kept small these workshops sell out very fast; hence we advise you to get in touch with us asap to avoid disappointment ;).
What else: Herbal tea and vegan snacks will be available throughout the day. A light vegetarian lunch at a local restaurant will also be provided as well as an AMAZING goodie bag to take home at the end of the day.
SESSION 2 – LONDON FOOD STYLING AND FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP WITH THE LITTLE PLANTATION AND TWIGG STUDIOS
When: Saturday, September 22nd, 10am – 4pm
What: In the morning we will learn how to create visual story boards and develop a visual food story which we’ll jointly plan, structure, style and shoot.
In the afternoon we will sit down and explore using photoshop and/or lightroom to make a good image great, fine tuning our editing skills like a pro.
Where: At kimberly’s South East London home studio. Please contact me for details.
How many: This workshop will be open to 4 attendees only to allow for enough 1-2-1 attention! As the numbers are kept small these workshops sell out very fast; hence we advise you to get in touch with us asap to avoid disappointment ;).
What else: Herbal tea and vegan snacks will be available throughout the day. A light vegetarian lunch at a local restaurant will also be provided as well as an AMAZING goodie bag to take home at the end of the day.
SESSION 3 – SMALL BUSINESS MASTERMIND INTENSIVE WITH THE LITTLE PLANTATION AND BUSINESS COACH SORREL ROBERTS
When: Sunday, September 23rd, 10am – 5pm
What: This intensive has been designed to help you as a small business owner, blogger or solopreneur gain real clarity and direction in your business. You will be provided with a peer support group as well as a framework in which you are held accountable for working towards achieving your goals.
To make this possible, we will spend the morning unravelling the intention behind your business, identifying your core audience and helping you pin point your unique strengths.
We will then take time to look at everyone’s business individually in the hot seat exercise, where you’ll have a chance to fully explore what’s not working in your business and how to overcome your stumbling blocks.
The afternoon will be dedicated to looking at marketing, branding, social media and how to build a loyal community and costumer base.
For a full outline of the day please head to this blog post (click here) or complete the contact form below and we’ll gladly send your further information.
Where: South East London, SE23
How many: between 6-8 attendees
What else: Herbal teas, coffees and vegan snacks will be provided throughout the day. You’ll also leave with a GORGEOUS goodie bag to take home at the end of the day as well as a 30+ page instagram e-guide.
to book this workshop head over to Kimberly’s blog here and fill out the contact form or email me at aimeetwigger@aol.com
1 Day photography workshop Utrecht Holland October 13th Book here
I am really excited to announce that I am holding a 1 day workshop in Utrecht Holland with lucie beck. We will be combining our knowledge of food photography and styling to bring you this collaborative workshop. Lucie who is a Dutch food photographer recently was a runner up in this years pink lady food photographer of the year. This is my first workshop in Holland (actually in Europe out side of England) so its the perfect chance for you if you live in or near Holland.
What you will learn
- We will talk about how to set up your shot and find the best composition
- Visual storytelling, we will discus how to create a story with your photos
- Light, how you make the most of natural light and manipulate it
- All of our tips for a good food photo and how to pick the backdrops and props and style a scene
- basic light room editing
Who is this workshop for?
Any one wanting to learn or improve their food photography and styling skills.
This day you will meet other creative people, share your passion, practice a lot with photography and having a delicious lunch.
I find In person workshops so valuable for people as it gives you a great opportunity to meet and talk to others in the industry and its a great way to talk and ask questions. I find this industry can be very lonely at times so I love doing workshops as I get to meet and chat with people who share my passions.
When: Saturday 13 october 2018
This workshop will be given in English (Lucie is Dutch)
Where: Studio Toutdoux, F.C. Dondersstreet in Utrecht 29 (paid parking, public transport can be easy) Please note that entry at the downstairs door, sharp right cross, left is the door under the stairs
Time: 10 am-5 pm
Costs: EUR 405,- all inclusive drinks, coffee, tea, lunch, wine and bites.
Saturday 13 october 2018: Ticket through Eventbrite
Please note: limited place so be quick.
Terms and conditions:
– Book a workshop means you accept the applicability of the general terms and conditions
– The published rates for the services offered are in euros.
– Payment must be paid in advance via Eventbrite.
– No refunds.
– Reserved because of illness or too few participants.
some of lucie’s work
USA Workshops San Francisco and New York with Georgie Dolling and Joe Filshie this October
As you have all been asking so nicely I have finely decided to come to the USA to hold some workshops with my super talented friends from Sydney Australia Georgie and Joe.
About the hosts
Myself, Georgie and Joe from zucchini productions are hosting the workshops together. Georgie and joe who run the prop co up in Sydney have been working in the photographic industry for over 30 years. Collectively their client list is extensive. They have worked on many cook books, innumerable magazine shoots, editorial projects and advertising campaigns. They run workshops at their home in Sydney and have just returned from a trip where they held workshops around Europe. With their incredible knowledge in the industry and my knowledge of working as a food blogger we have put together this workshop where we hope you can learn a lot from us.
What
Are you seeking a truly unique, hands-on, relaxed workshop experience that pushes you beyond your comfort zone? Are you open to exponential learning that builds your confidence and desire to pursue your food and photography goals? If you’re nodding you head, our workshop series is for you. We look forward to welcoming you into our world.
we will demonatrate how to use natural light, creating and styling a set and help you find your style of photography.
Where/when
We have set workshops in both san Francisco and New York (Brooklyn)
San Francisco 20th/21st October 2018
New York 27th/28th 2018
We’ve set the dates and prices, but we are just finalising the studio locations. In each location we are running two separate one-day workshops. Choose to come for one day or double up for a discounted weekend rate of $1300.
Who
We’ve had a huge range of people attend our workshops including photographers, ceramicists, jewellers, bloggers, food lovers, stylists, restaurant owners, artisan food companies, Master Chef contestants, content creators and more.
Some work shoppers come happy to create freely, others have specific projects or a desire to capture content that can be used across their digital platforms. What you set out to achieve is entirely up to you.
Price
USD $700 covers all that you need for the day (excluding specific food or products you might like to photograph). We will have a range of fresh market produce, grains (raw and pre-cooked) and a dessert for you to play with. You will also receive a handmade canvas to take home with you. The fee is payable via PayPal, credit card or Transfer Wise.
We provide a light, plant-based lunch which we share in the early afternoon and have snacks to refuel you while you work. Please let us know prior to attending if you have any specific dietary requirements.
San Francisco 20/21st October
9.00-11.00 welcome,intro, coffee & tea. Natural & artificial light demonstrations, tethering directly into a laptop, creating and styling a set. We will cover camera settings/lenses etc.
We will demonstrate using 3 different food set ups. Showcasing composition, the importance of interpreting a clients brief and mood board, pinterest etc.
11.00 -13.00 we will help set you up to start shooting on your own with our guidance all the way. Jasper will be on hand to also help.
13.00 lunch
13.00-1500 continue with our personal assistance . Challenge yourself with different angles, lighting techniques & styling tips…..
15.00-16.00 Lightroom, capture 1One,photoshop, editing/post production if needed,any questions? Discussions /help with promoting your business.
When: Saturday 20 & Sunday 21st October . The workshops are single days & there are 2.
Where: STUDIO tba
Time: 9 am-4 pm
Costs: USD $700 per day. If you’d like to attend both days we are offering a discount of $1300,- all inclusive,drinks, vegan lunch, snacks.
New York city 27/28th October
Brooklyn TBA
Sat 27th & Sunday 28th October
Studio TBA
9.00-11.00 welcome,intro, coffee & tea. Natural & artificial light demonstrations, tethering directly into a laptop, creating and styling a set. We will cover camera settings/lenses etc.
We will demonstrate using 3 different food set ups. Showcasing composition, the importance of interpreting a clients brief and mood board, pinterest etc.
11.00 -13.00 we will help set you up to start shooting on your own with our guidance all the way. Jasper will be on hand to also help.
13.00 lunch
13.00-1500 continue with our personal assistance . Challenge yourself with different angles, lighting techniques & styling tips…..
15.00-16.00 Lightroom, capture 1One,photoshop, editing/post production if needed, any questions? Discussions /help with promoting your business.
When: Saturday 20 & Sunday 21st October . The workshops are single days & there are 2.
Where: STUDIO tba
Time: 9 am-4 pm
Costs: USD $700 per day. If you’d like to attend both days we are offering a discount of $1300,- all inclusive, drinks, vegan lunch, snacks.
TO BOOK email me at aimeetwigger@aol.com
SECURE YOUR POSITION + TERMS AND CONDITIONS Places are limited so be quick
Due to the costs associated with the workshop team flying from the UK and Sydney and workshop logistics, all payments MUST be paid in advance no later than 27th August. Please email us ASAP to reserve your place at aimeetwigger@aol.com or georginadolling@bigpond. com.
We require a deposit of USD $500 to secure your place ASAP. We require full payment by 27th AUGUST 2018. We will send you a pay pal request.
– ‘Book a workshop’ means you accept the applicability of the general terms and conditions – The published rates for the services offered are in USD. – We apologise, there are no refunds. You may transfer your position to another person.
MORE QUESTIONS?
Please feel free to email Aimee or Georgie if you have any questions aimeetwigger@aol.com georginadolling@bigpond.com
one to one workshops
I am really pleased to announce that I am now holding one to one workshops at my home studio in Torquay in Devon. these workshops can be tailor made to what you want to learn and we can discus and plan it in advance. Also I am flexible with the dates and can work around your schedule.
the workshop can be a day workshop or held over several days to suit your needs. we will cook and photograph a story discus styling and backdrops and post editing and anything else you want to learn.
email me at aimeetwigger@aol.com to discus pricing and dates
I can also come to you and do the workshop at your home, this can be great if you are unsure how to work with the natural light you get your home, this price will include my transport.
