Holiday Feels + Bejeweled Cheesecake Cupcakes + Work Your Craft

Into the studio I went yesterday for a creative play date where I wore all the hats – photographer, set/prop stylist, and food stylist.

The goal – to create new marketing pieces and holiday content.

Holiday music turned way up, globe lights twinkling, hot chocolate, and early winter window light. I was in my happy place.

I try my best to carve out regular time to work on my craft, push boundaries, or, to just create for myself – and you should too.

No elaborate anything this go round, just an opportunity to get into a creative zone with no agenda or need. A few hours to be free of constraints, should do’s, shot lists, or story boards.

Simply starting with cupcakes, a few foraged greens, a clean surface, then the slow but sure compositions forming from adding each element, playing with color, texture, light, shadow, and layers.

I would love to tell you that I baked these babies up myself, as I have THE BEST cheesecake recipe ever, but instead, they came from my neighborhood Fresh Market’s bakery, with only the toppings coming from me.
Simple, festive, colorful and delectable.

Food Styling Tip:

When practicing, shooting for yourself, it’s not at all a necessity that you prepare all of your food yourself!
There is nothing wrong with selecting pre-made/store bought foods to work with. No excuses for not having enough time, or the right ingredients.
*Be sure to chose the BEST of the selections.

Cheers and Merry Holiday Friends!