Hosted by Mica McCook · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 72 episodes
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Welcome to the Savory Shot podcast! A show about the art and soul of working in the food photography industry.Hosted by Mica McCook, an Austin-based food photographer who creates timeless, theatrical and flavorful art. Dive deep into Mica’s interviews with industry insiders—from seasoned food photographers to prop stylists and photo educators.What We Serve Up: Engaging stories, expert advice, and behind-the-scenes insights into food photography. Whether you’re a professional looking to hone your craft or simply a foodie with a love for photography, this podcast peels back the curtain on the food and beverage commercial photography scene. Here, everyone is welcome, and gatekeeping is a thing of the past.Who Should Tune In? Aspiring photographers, creatives in the food industry, and anyone eager to learn about the art and business behind captivating food photography.How We Do It: Every other Wednesday at 8AM CST, get ready for candid conversations, personal growth tips, and a communi
Mica McCook hosts Savory Shot, a arts show with 72 episodes published.
Stop Rushing Contracts and Start Protecting Your Work A seven second truth most creatives feel You get an exciting client email, then the contract arrives and your chest tightens as legal pages show up. A deeper question
Breaking Barriers in Food Photography What if the opportunity you’re waiting for doesn’t exist yet? Have you ever wondered what would happen if you stopped waiting and started building anyway? In this episode, we meet Ra
ADHD, Creativity, and Building a Sustainable Life Host Introduction and Credentials In this solo episode, Mica McCook, food photographer and host of The Savory Shot, shares her personal journey with a late ADHD diagnosis
Embracing Creative Chaos in Food Photography Hey friend, picture this: you're knee-deep in a shoot, sweat dripping, props scattered, and that one shot refuses to cooperate. Sound familiar? What if embracing the mess unlo
From Burnout to Brave Boundaries with Naomi Smith Have you ever looked at your calendar and thought, “No wonder I feel so tired”? What if your creativity is not asking you to do more, but to care more for yourself? In th
A Creative Life Built Plate by Plate Have you ever wondered what your life could feel like if you followed the pull of your creativity with your whole heart? This episode explores that question through a story filled wit
When Passion Starts Feeling Heavy Have you ever loved something so deeply that it began to feel like a weight? That moment when your creative spark starts flickering under the pressure to perform? In this heartfelt episo
Curiosity. Simplicity. The courage to pivot. What if those were the keys to unlocking your next big breakthrough? What if you didn’t need to have it all figured out? What if all you needed was just a willingness to follo
Are You Allowed to Outgrow Your Own Dream? What if the thing you once wanted more than anything suddenly stops feeling like enough? It’s a question so many of us quietly carry, especially when we’ve built our lives aroun
Are you ready to unlock a world of opportunities and take your creative business to new heights? Join us as we explore the power of LinkedIn with the insightful Jeff Brown, a photography business mentor, bestselling auth
The Secret Sauce to Drool-Worthy Food Photography Picture this: You're scrolling through Yelp, stomach rumbling, overwhelmed by choices, and then BAM! A perfectly lit, mouthwatering dish catches your eye, stopping you mi
Evolving Through Photography and Identity with Kris Connor Have you ever wondered how your personal experiences shape who you are as a creative? In this episode of Savory Shot, we dive deep into the journey of Kris Conno
Discovering Your Creative Spark: A Conversation with Food Stylist Sheila Jarnes What if the most unexpected detours in life turned out to be your calling? Sheila Jarnes, a food stylist, prop stylist, and hand model based
Feeling Burnt Out? You're Not Alone. Ever feel like you're running on fumes? Like you're pushing yourself so hard that something's gotta give? Yeah, me too. In this episode of The Savory Shot, we're diving deep into some
Feeling Stuck in Your Creative Business? You're Not Alone! Ever feel like you're pouring your heart and soul into your creative work but still struggling to make a living? Like you're stuck in a tug-of-war between your p
Ever felt lost and unsure of your next step? Like you're wandering in a fog, searching for a path to clarity? In this episode of The Savory Shot, we sit down with Rachel Steiner, a food photographer, entrepreneur, and st
Alright, let's get real. Have you ever felt like you're kinda stuck in an old version of yourself? Like you've outgrown those clothes that used to fit so well? That was me with my old brand, "Austin Food Guide." It was c
The Magic of Rebranding: When It's Time for a Soulful Shift Have you ever felt that whisper in your soul, that nudge that says, "There's more. You're meant for more"? Maybe it's a sense of stagnation in your business, a
Ever wondered what it really takes to make it as a food photographer? Are you curious about the behind-the-scenes magic, the challenges, and the unglamorous realities? Well, get ready to have your questions answered and
Feedback: Friend or Foe? We've ALL Felt That Sting! Ever felt like feedback was a sucker punch instead of a helpful nudge? You're not alone. We all cringe at the thought of someone critiquing our work. But what if I told
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