This episode features Francesco Sapienza, a food photographer based in New York. Francesco’s mission is to help elevate culinary brands using his extensive photographic knowledge and stunningly balanced compositions. He was worked with large brands such as Whole Foods Market, Oceans, Boucherie, Lavazza, Eataly, Hawksmoor, Smithsonian Books, Rizzoli Publications, and even The New York Times.

Passion for Food Photography

Food Photography in NYC and Luck

Unveiling the Photographer Within: Francesco's Journey from Hobbyist to Professional Food Photographer

Francesco Sapienza revealed his transition from engineering to food photography. Motivated by a desire to minimize regrets, he built a portfolio and then faced challenges expanding into editorial work. Advice to niche down ultimately refined his style to food. Francesco stresses the importance of outsourcing non-passionate tasks to focus on creativity, and to follow your passion.

Sandwich Food Photography in NYC

The Business of Photography: Beyond the Lens with Francesco

Misleading food photography?

Photography talent is very different from business acumen. They’re both completely different skill sets and just because we are good at photography doesn’t automatically imply we’ll have a profitable business.

The Journey of a Food Photographer

This interview was a lot of fun, I really enjoyed talking to Mica McCook!

I decided to experiment and see what ChatGPT could do with the transcript! LOL

This interview was a lot of fun, I really enjoyed talking to Mica McCook!

I decided to experiment and see what ChatGPT could do with the transcript! LOL

This interview was a lot of fun, I really enjoyed talking to Mica McCook!

I decided to experiment and see what ChatGPT could do with the transcript! LOL

This interview was a lot of fun, I really enjoyed talking to Mica McCook!

I decided to experiment and see what ChatGPT could do with the transcript! LOL

This interview was a lot of fun, I really enjoyed talking to Mica McCook!

I decided to experiment and see what ChatGPT could do with the transcript! LOL

This interview was a lot of fun, I really enjoyed talking to Mica McCook!

I decided to experiment and see what ChatGPT could do with the transcript! LOL

This interview was a lot of fun, I really enjoyed talking to Mica McCook!

I decided to experiment and see what ChatGPT could do with the transcript! LOL

Signing up for a yearly social media plan can guarantee your brand stays on top of what the market demands and is constantly sharing visual content.

For business owners in the culinary realm, hiring a photographer is about problem-solving. Specifically, creating content that aligns seamlessly with your overall communication strategy. The way you address this challenge can vary.

Reflecting on my very first NYC New Year's in 2012, capturing moments with my camera always in hand. Embracing the journey, remembering the freedom of creative exploration. Here's to more adventures, even amidst a busier now.