If your laptop is constantly full, your RAW files are scattered everywhere and Lightroom feels like chaos waiting to implode - this episode is your new best friend. Today we’re breaking down our full workflow and file-handling systems as professional food photographers, so you can finally get organised and stop second-guessing yours.
And the best part? We each work totally differently and we dissect these different workflows in this episode.
One of us uses a fully automated system built around a Synology NAS, with seamless backups and zero manual steps. The other relies on portable SSDs, a structured folder system, and a manual (but super reliable) backup process. We walk through both workflows in detail, including how we handle working files when shooting on location, how we protect client files before we’re back at our main workstation and what we recommend for photographers at different experience levels.
From tethering, importing to Lightroom, through different approaches for how to work with Lightroom catalogs and image culling to long-term archiving, you’ll learn exactly how to build a workflow that works for you. Whether you want automation or simplicity.
Focus & Flourish is a podcast hosted by Marta and Linda, two professional food photographers and educators, each episode dives deep into the real behind-the-scenes of running a creative business. From marketing and client pitching to pricing, confidence, workflow and mindset.
You’ll hear honest conversations, inspiring guest interviews, and practical strategies designed to help you:
Whether you’re just starting your photography journey or ready to scale your creative business, Focus & Flourish is here to help you do it with clarity, strategy and heart.
Hit play, get inspired, and start flourishing. One focused step at a time.
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