Thoughts on Shooting Editorial from a shoot for Clarcor

April 19, 2017 by Nick Bumgardner in Editorial Photography

For three years I worked as a product photographer for Saks 5th Avenue at the LaVergne, Tennessee Off 5th Avenue photo studio. It was one of the greatest experiences of my career so far. That said it was shooting in the studio every day on a white seamless background. When I left Saks I decided that I wanted to shoot more editorial. This shoot for Clarcor was one of my first editorial pieces after working at Saks. Editorial provides me an opportunity to get outside the studio, to meet new people and see some really cool places.

Nashville Lifestyles: Tree House Nashville

April 18, 2017 by Nick Bumgardner in Food Photography

For the April issue of Nashville Lifestyles I photographed interiors at Tree House Nashville. I don't shoot a ton of interiors, but when I was given the opertunity to shoot at Tree House I jumped because it is such a cool space. A big part of being a food photographer is learning to capture spaces. Keep reading to find out more about this space and see more awesome interior photos.

Donut Palace

April 17, 2017 by Nick Bumgardner in Food Photography

It is no secret that donuts are one of my favorite foods. Some of my fondest memories for childhood are from going with my Grandmother early in the morning to get donuts from Koehler's Bakery. It has been almost 20 years since I went to Koehler's Bakery, but I can still remember the scent of the bakery it is right next to a laundromat so it has a rather unique smell. When I was a kid I would always get a Long John and to this day it is my favorite. We would go back home and I would stuff my face with donuts while watching Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on the couch. I was living the life. Keep reading to see more delicious doughnut photos.

Nashville Lifestyles: In Season Wagyu

April 12, 2017 by Nick Bumgardner in Food Photography

Last month I got the privilege to photograph the In Season: Wagyu article for Nashville Lifestyles magazine. We shot this piece on location at Virago Nashville with chef Andrew Whitney. I had a great time learning more about the local food scene with one of the best chefs in town. Take a look at the pictures below!

Delicious Dogs Nashville Photography

March 20, 2017 by Nick Bumgardner in Food Photography

Last week I got to photograph one of my favorite restaurant types a hot dog stand. I know what you are thinking there is not much visually interesting about a hot dog stand. This is where you would be wrong. I like to keep my food photography as simple as possible. This shoot was absolutely simple. I typically light my food photography and use reflectors and at least one head. On this shoot we got the timing and location just right and we were able to use all natural light. We kept it simple the background for these is a simple white napkin. If you like hot dogs keep scrolling to see two more awesome hot dogs! I love food photography.