Make $100,000 per Year as a Food Photographer

[@cariellerankin8693]

Food photography was never on my radar until a friend reached out saying he's starting a baking business and needs some good photos. I checked You Tube and found your channel and it has been super helpful and informative. The shoot is in 2 weeks and hopefully it goes well. Thanks for the videos!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

That makes me happy keep crushing it!

[@fistazaenal]

How it goes bro? hope you doing great!

[@SinginSquid12]

I love this so much. There are so few educators who focus on the food niche of photography. I will be a loyal follower now! Also shout out to the Joanie Simon video at the beginning. She’s the Queen!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

She is the QUEEN! I love all of her stuff! I’m so happy you’re here though! I’ll try to bring a ton more helpful videos to 2022!

[@thestylistfoodie]

I’m food stylist from Istanbul, and this video is highly inpirational for me , thank you

[@paulius2499]

Just want to say a Big Thank you for sharing all this on this video! Thank you for a push, for motivational word and showing that if you want all is possible :)

[@KeeganEvansPhoto]

Love this dude!! Yesss all about sharing information! 😁🙌

[@MarnelyRodriguezMurray]

I'm a food photographer on Martha's Vineyard and this is just a great video - very inspiring! Passive income is something I would love to get more into, smart ideas here! Thanks Nick!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

So glad you enjoyed!! That makes me happy 😊

[@tonyw7994]

Fantastic advice. It’s really great of you to share this

[@NickAndersonCreative]

my pleasure!

[@mostafasamy7344]

One of the most honest videos on KZbin

[@NickAndersonCreative]

i appreciate that. I tried to lay it all out as easy as I could!

[@Freelaxun]

This is a great video! Concise, focussed, engaging and honest. Makes it all seem so doable! I'm totally inspired despite having no background or career aspirations in this field at all! Great pace, love the words + visuals used so well for effect. So good!

[@FoodzFolkz]

Thank you so much Nick! I’m still working on getting better and seeing your shorts, is helping me out as a food photographer! Keep it up man!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Happy to help!

[@brianbooker9925]

Man. Thank you so much for sharing this . This is truely a blessing to my prayer!!

[@marktannerphoto]

Hey Nick, I don't usually comment on these videos, but was really impressed with your condor and your genuine willingness to share. You boiled it down and laid out simple steps that are easy to follow. Much appreciated! I'm looking forward to implementing some of you ideas asap. Thank You!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

You’re very welcome! So glad you enjoyed it. Looking forward to seeing some of your work!

[@edgarbraithwaite]

Bro, so glad I found this video, just started making reels/videos for a new coffee brand, it's fun but the beginning was hard to understand the lightning, composition, lenses, etc. Is nothing close to shoot events/ dancing videos/ clothing brand videos at all, this video made me understand a few things about the business itself because taking good pictures will come to you with practice like you said, thank you!

[@AaronJames-y3k]

This is a great video! Concise, focussed, engaging and honest. Makes it all seem so doable! I'm totally inspired despite having no background or career aspirations in this field at all! Great pace, love the words + visuals used so well for effect. So good!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

awesome, you can definitely do it!

[@StevetheBartender_]

Just discovered your channel and love it. What were the courses that you took and which one was your favourite?

[@veskoveskov1073]

Great video and attitude. I see this video is from 1 year ago. You are a great photographer and I wish I can learn more from you. Good luck with everything you are doing now 🙏

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I appreciate that!

[@lilyb1734]

Thanks Nick ! I'm a freelance foodphotographer in Paris since may 2023 and 'im waiting for this kind of videos to help me to get client and improve my skills ! Love this

[@NickAndersonCreative]

great to hear!

[@mattdimarino5894]

Thank u so much for the transparency with your day rate!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

happy to help out! Trying to be fully transparent with my content!

[@limberpasillas5801]

found you on TikTok. Then came here for that longer-breath content. Thanks for sharing.

[@NeverMoreIdiots]

Loved your video and your explanation of everything mate, keep it up 🤑🤑

[@aaroncolevo3704]

Just found your channel. I’m trying to get more into food and product photography and this is so helpful. Also in Milwaukee!!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Oh heck yeah! pumped about this dude. Milwaukee is great!

[@Renestella75]

Thank you so much for this I will be back to report my growth

[@030.photography]

Thanks for motivation and inspiration! Appreciate a lot!

[@Maverickcole_]

Just shot my first restaurant and your videos were perfect! Landed a client at $1000 for 4 hours of work for a seafood restaurant. Your tips helped!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

dude congrats, so happy I could help!

[@metanoiastudio1445]

Dude, I will do this !! When I get there, I will come back with a comment! Thanks man!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Please do!

[@ivannamauricio860]

Thank you so much for sharing! I've been low thinking that sometimes I'm not a good photographer. And after so many years how to get "discovered". This carreer is thought but not imposible.

[@hohoroto42]

PAUSE at 4:54 - that hot dog shot is awesome

[@NickAndersonCreative]

yo thank you!!

[@vuthnyifl]

Thanks for the video. I was wondering if you use color checker at all. Thanks

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I usually use a 18% gray card, just for white balance. I feel I don't need a full color checker

[@Bassmanev]

This vid is amazing bro. Thank you!

[@UltraInstinctZz]

I just got my first project. Five drinks for a restaurant and menu design. I donot have a camera yet but working on a low budget. Just need to get those drinks right so I can buy a camera with the payment. The client really liked pics I took withy phone

[@bitestudio4958]

Hi Nick! Realyy apprecite your sharing! But I've same experince trying to reached out as much I can for more clients, but it takes enormous of hardwork. My current status 2023: Is to hit 100K.

[@pamelacolson310]

Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@roamcreativemarketing]

Super helpful, thank you :)

[@jkbuckway]

Love this video! Working on getting to food photography full time. And this is so helpful!

[@juliettehamilton3290]

This was really helpful as always. Thanks for your work Nick !

[@suecook8379]

Great vid. When you work with restaurants, when do you shoot? After hours, during hours in a closed section, take the food home? Also, do you supply physical photos or just the files for the photos? Thanks

[@JuanAntoniovlog]

thanks man!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

You bet!

[@victoriazapata7460]

Amazing. Thanks for sharing your story. I want to start working on food photography as well. Any recommendations on a Camara ?

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I think the canon rebel series is a phenomenal camera to elevate your game and to learn on. Also scoop up the 50mm f/1.8 lens with it

[@BrieWilly]

This was a great video bro and we are very alike with our story about how we got started in this business. Respect 👊

[@NickAndersonCreative]

most definitely! thanks a bunch dude!

[@caravanlifenz]

Nice inspiring video, Nick.

[@IaconoAndre]

Amazing content bro. Thanks for sharing your knowledge:)

[@RecipesLive]

Great video. 🎉 My food photography and graphic design business/hobby is just starting after working as a chef for 40 years. 😊 Can't get enough tasty tukka, 😮 cheers from Australia 😊 what I love the most is creating something in my mind and putting it on a plate. ❤

[@NickAndersonCreative]

That is awesome!

[@anthonyle613]

Your video is so inspiring! I will dust off my photo gears and start shooting some foods. 😀

[@daysofjay]

Awesome video Nick, very inspirational! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Jay, thank you dude! I'm really glad you enjoyed it :)

[@SonickPro88]

Thank you a lot to share this video !

[@wonderingconcierge]

Thanks for the video!

[@jaffaralshaikh3150]

i love what you try to do and to help

[@nand_patel]

This is incredible! Thanks so much!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

my pleasure! glad i could help!

[@ianandkumar]

Quality Information 💛✨

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Glad it was helpful!

[@friendofallah1690]

Bro, love your content and videos. You have skills of 10 million subs.

[@bridgettewilliams]

Loved this! Great video Nick!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

thank you so much Bridgette - so glad you enjoyed!

[@biialuizaa]

Do you think is it still possible to start that in 2023? I just brought a camera and Im learning photography and loving the idea of food photography, Im just kinda scare of being too many people out there already.

[@NickAndersonCreative]

yes absolutely! Digital assets are everything now a days. Just find a way to stand out!

[@buddystylediff2941]

Thanks for the info nick💯💯💯🔥

[@NickAndersonCreative]

no problem at all!

[@buddystylediff2941]

@@NickAndersonCreative Give us more videos this year😂💯

[@redandthewolfphotography]

Hey! First off, thanks for the video. That was lots of helpful advice. But second, what's the rules around photo's you take for clients, that you then end up using for stock? Is there a time limit? (Like, after a year you put them up on stock?) How do you put that into a contract? And how do you put in using it on social media into the contract? Thanks. :)

[@raverider2327]

Just subscribed, we need more contents please 👍👍

[@NickAndersonCreative]

working on it!

[@dahflyfish]

Nick, after watching this KZbin I stepped out of my box and reached out to a local restaurant and asked to do a free shoot for them. They came back with ok let’s have a sit down and talk. Well that is this Tuesday in the afternoon. Do you have any advice for a first time shoot? By the way I’m in Oshkosh Wisconsin.

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Amazing, glad to hear that! If this will be your first ever shoot, try and set your food up next to a big window and work from there. You’ll be pleasantly surprised how the photos turn out. Also, try alot of different angles!

[@dahflyfish]

@@NickAndersonCreative Cool thanks for the tip. I’m a bit nervous but first time jitters. Not my first shoot but my first time shooting food for a restaurant.

[@dahflyfish]

I have my second shoot coming up soon. I left you some pictures of my first shoot on your instagram. Just wondering if you have the clients sign a release form for free shots?

[@itsmikocruz]

thank you dude!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

No problem!

[@gannusiasimonova2639]

I’m very lucky that saw this video. It is totally perfect You are so cool, I will really reach this gool, because of you 😅😊

[@NickAndersonCreative]

that makes me so happy! Wishing you only the best - you'll make it if you stick with it!

[@meganderry3985]

What light did you end up getting? I am having this night time issue!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I have a godox AD400Pro strobe for all my photos !

[@awesomephotographytaiwan]

Thanks for sharing. Great strategy and really helpful and inspiring

[@NickAndersonCreative]

thank you! glad you found it helpful!

[@RachelAerobic]

Great video thank you! Can you recommend food photography courses? From your experience

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I will be dropping one very soon. Is there anything more specific you would like to see? Lighting, editing, iphone vs camera, etc??

[@benjaminperlozA7]

This is gold AF

[@NickAndersonCreative]

thanks my guy!

[@segura455]

Wow food photography sounds good to learn

[@melissab0515]

Thank you so much for this! I am a food photographer and really found this helpful.

[@CrispyMcFrankieee]

Thanks for the video!! my concern is that im doing food photography on site. I'm actually going to restaurants and most of the times I can't customise a setup to take the photos. What kind of light would you use if you were on the move?

[@SinginSquid12]

One question, does the day rate include that 5-10 hours of editing you were talking about? Or is that like 2 days? One of shooting and one of editing? Do you itemize your quote? Or just say here’s the total?

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I keep it all in one price, that way it’s easier for the companies/restaurants to budget for that! Hope that helps

[@darrenpettigrew8408]

Thank you nick.loved the videos. What’s your favourite lightening g set up ???

[@NickAndersonCreative]

my video lighting setup or the lighting for my strobe photography

[@theloveleebaker]

I just found your channel and subscribed - as your information has been super helpful. I am a cake and cupcake artist on Instagram and have not been taking the best photos with my iPhone. I noticed that you mention in your videos that you use a DSLR camera. You may have answered this already, but do you have any suggestions on the brand/type of camera I should be using or could use in order to take better photos? I know that the camera is just one aspect of it and that I do need to get my lighting situation together as well.

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I would start with an entry level canon like the T7i or the C100 and get a 50mm f/1.8 to go with it. You’ll be surprised how much better your photos will be with a cheap setup like that!

[@muertomaniaco]

Very good advice, thank you!

[@cookintower]

Awesome video 😮

[@daleelliott7390]

Hi Nick. I'm about to go out into the open world and reach out to restaurants etc planning to do it in person as I've just designed a business card with a QR code to my website. I'm pretty confident in my ability and portfolio. Would you say half day shoots are pretty normal so I could charge a client $300 for a half day shoot including editing and build my way up to charge more once I have more clients under my belt? Also do you work with food stylists when you shoot or do you assist the chef or whoever created the dish when presenting it?

[@NickAndersonCreative]

yes, I think that sounds very reasonable for half day shoot. And then work your way up from there. I usually don't work with food stylists. The chefs/cooks usually do a good job of styling and I'm confident enough to style on set if I need to.

[@kumbiraiivynemateva1060]

Great comment. Thanks for sharing!!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

You bet! Thanks for watching!

[@PreciousPioneer]

this video is incredible, thank you for the value!

[@seraiahisrael3512]

What's all the moody styles that's for food photography?

[@hzlkelly]

I will get here!

[@red4queen]

Suggest a budget camera & lenses for food videography?

[@richujithu]

Your videos are so helpful.. Thanks a tonne

[@OwenMutuku]

Hey, what's the name of the font you use on your videos ?

[@NickAndersonCreative]

the main one in this video is called "moonget"

[@drubitenzee]

Hi Anderson sir. My name's Tenzin from Bhutan 🇧🇹. Am aspiring photographer, digital illustration. I love to travel around and do photography tough I don't have a camera yet😅. But I do take some shots when I get my hands on others camera at times 😉. Really appreciate your work and I love it

[@PaigeBurris-s1v]

Do you have to prepare the food you’re shooting?

[@NickAndersonCreative]

yes I do!

[@KevinHPhotography]

You mention you have a food stylist, is that someone you hire or is that someone usually provided by the restaurant?

[@wildorchidmedia]

This was a great video! I'm starting my 18th year in photography and am in absolute burn out mode. I love cooking and shooting food for fun - whether it's food I make myself, or food from restaurants - and have recently been consumed with educating myself on how to slowly transition my business away from photographing people and start photographing food. Quick question. I feel like you sort of mentioned it, but not in great detail. Do you have the clients send you recipes and ingredients and then YOU make it and style it? Or are they just sending the recipes and you purchase the ingredients?

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I feel like I do both. Currently, I'm receiving alot of the recipes from my clients and then I will go purchase all the groceries to cook/style/shoot. And it works out pretty well that way. They will always send me their products they want featured though! Hope this helps!

[@CheatDayEats]

Great tips!!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SoilandMargaritas]

Nick, this is a great video, I appreciate it. I actually found you thru your flower wall wallpaper install video and then I wanted to see how good/bad the look was as you used it for filming, needless to say I just ordered me one... I am trying to find any recommendations for video lights, I used the link here but is not working anymore... I appreciate any help!

[@newdawn7586]

Great video...thank you!

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Glad you liked it!

[@marianaheavey4422]

where can I find food to shoot??

[@jesusfavela8710]

How many photos are included in the day tate for restaurant?

[@meredencristino6576]

Which camera do you recommend? I have no experience in photography but I am really interested

[@agatevanuska-andruce294]

Hey, loved the video! You mentioned you have taken some courses by other food photographers, mind sharing what they were?

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I've taken the Moodelier product photography course and the Foodtography course by Sara Crawford

[@_pronounced_]

Would love the links to courses too, I am stuck and I would love food photography to be my full time job! I could shoot photos all day !

[@LP-ej9ys]

Fantastic content! Thank you! How do you reach out to restaurants? Email, social media or in person?

[@Tom-ff8cv]

Thanks for the vid! Are buisnesses ok with you posting their pictures on the web as stock photos? If this is a side hustle and don't have 6-8hrs to put in, how do you charge the buisness? Also, what is a reasonable amount of photos to guarantee without you burning out from editing forever? Thanks!

[@bruceratskoff4429]

Do you use flash or constant as your main lighting setup?

[@NickAndersonCreative]

I use flash! I have a whole video on my setup 🤘🏼

[@NadiaTariqBakeFresh]

Very useful, thanks

[@eduardoandino5328]

Hey, I just watched some of your videos and they are very helpful. One thing I noticed, did you retire from KZbin????

[@legendaddy8513]

do you have a video for equipment needed to thrive here? and as far as passive income goes, im sure by now youve started this, but you could simply video some highlights of food, and youtube/tiktok it, or video yourself during the process of your professional food photography work, and then people will watch as you work your craft on streaming sites and boom, passive income through the videos

[@danieletusa7734]

Hi Nick, really thanks for your tips. Where do you buy the boards you are using for your works? I see lots of amazing different surface where you take photo or video onto, such as wood, marble, or various type of grany materials which looks really beautiful. Thanks.

[@NickAndersonCreative]

Hey! I have a full video on where I get my surfaces on my channel!

[@arielmetamorphosis]

One question, where do you get all the food from ??

[@don2672]

…But do you have to buy the food and make the food yourself? How does it work before the photo lol? I love photography but I don’t bake or much.

[@NickAndersonCreative]

typically yes, but you can always go to the bakery and buy donuts and shoot those. Think about all the stuff that's already made and looks great and shoot those foods!

[@carolinamonsalve7829]

Hi Nick !!! thanks for sharing all your knowledge, i found here in youtube you and i really like the way that your explains. let me ask you about the Flash for Food Photography link that you shared. the Neewer TT560 Flash Speedlite its ok for my sony a7 iv? i just stared in food photography and i want to invest in something not to expensive for now. thanks!!!