Avanthika Nair
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Enthusiastic food photographer with a strong foundation in culinary arts and photography. Experienced in hands-on learning through retreats and collaborations. Skilled at creating captivating imagery and engaging recipe content. Eager to contribute to organizations seeking dynamic content and compelling culinary storytelling.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer
Food Photography Corner
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Participated in immersive food photography retreats, honing skills in food styling, lighting techniques, and post-production editing.
- Collaborated with established food photographers, assisting in photo shoots and learning best practices in composition and visual storytelling.
- Applied learned techniques to personal projects, developing a portfolio showcasing proficiency in food photography and styling.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Leveraged mechanical mounting systems to improve focus and image stability.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
Freelancer Photographer
Food Art Project Retreat
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Engaged in an immersive workshop focused on advanced techniques in food photography and videography, facilitated by industry experts Binon and Betty.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of composition, styling, angles, props, lighting, sound, and editing using Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro.
- Participated in breakout sessions with 1:1 expert guidance, receiving personalized feedback and critique on work to aid in artistic expression.
- Observed and learned from Betty's method of styling, photographing, and editing both photos and films, gaining insights into professional workflow and techniques.
- Explored and captured the beauty of food, luxurious interiors, and the serene landscapes of the rolling hills surrounding Fairmont Jaipur, enhancing my portfolio with diverse and compelling imagery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Houston
Houston, TX12.2017
Skills
- Proficient in food styling, photography, and post-production editing using Adobe Photoshop and Bridge
- Basic understanding of SEO principles and familiarity with content management systems such as WordPress
- Strong organizational skills, with an eye for detail and ability to meet project deadlines
- Effective communicator, receptive to feedback and eager to learn and grow in the field of food photography
- Passionate about staying informed on food and photography trends, contributing fresh perspectives to creative projects
- Visual storytelling
- Creative vision
- Lighting techniques
- Social Media
- Image Editing
- Adobe Photoshop
- Client Relations
- Client Communication
- Video Editing
Timeline
Freelancer Photographer
Food Art Project Retreat
10.2023 - 10.2023
Freelance Photographer
Food Photography Corner
04.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Houston
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