Snack Attack: Capturing the Playful Essence of Madegood Snack Packs
Nancy Gallardo Nancy Gallardo

Snack Attack: Capturing the Playful Essence of Madegood Snack Packs

I stumbled upon Madegood snack packs while searching for a new healthy snack and was immediately drawn to their vibrant and colorful packaging. As a designer, I was inspired by their playful and fun approach to healthy snacking, which motivated me to photograph their products.

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Creating Otherworldly Backdrops: A Celestial Perfume Bottle Photography Experiment
Nancy Gallardo Nancy Gallardo

Creating Otherworldly Backdrops: A Celestial Perfume Bottle Photography Experiment

As a photographer, I'm always on the lookout for new and creative ways to capture stunning images. While searching for unique backdrops, I stumbled upon a technique that I thought was a bit cliché, but I figured it wouldn't hurt to give it a try. So, I grabbed a perfume bottle from my dresser - a celestial scent from Anthropologie - and got to work.

Using nothing but my computer monitor, a tripod, and a carefully chosen image, I was able to create a beautiful and captivating photograph. It just goes to show that sometimes, the most unexpected things can lead to the most stunning results.

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Picture Perfect: Transforming Product Images through Precise Editing
Nancy Gallardo Nancy Gallardo

Picture Perfect: Transforming Product Images through Precise Editing

In my work as a photo editor, I am often tasked with a simple yet crucial objective: to make product images look clear and crisp. I had the pleasure of working on a project for Byte Invisible Aligners, a company dedicated to helping their customers achieve the perfect smile. I was brought on to edit a series of images from a previous photoshoot, where the photographer had done an excellent job capturing the required shots in line with Byte's vision.

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Sherbinskis: Exploring Branding and Flower through Photography
Nancy Gallardo Nancy Gallardo

Sherbinskis: Exploring Branding and Flower through Photography

As a designer, I'm drawn to simple and sophisticated branding designs. Sherbinskis' bold and luxurious orange color scheme caught my eye even before their shop opened on Fairfax. At MJBizCon, I received a L'Orange Double Barrel, inspiring me to create a photo series showcasing Sherbinskis' unique flower. Using natural marijuana leaves, a hemp wrap, and vibrantly patterned cloth with touches of gold, I aimed to create a visually stimulating experience that emphasizes boldness, luxury, and cultural heritage.

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Capturing Grace and Movement: My First Time Photographing a Dancer
Nancy Gallardo Nancy Gallardo

Capturing Grace and Movement: My First Time Photographing a Dancer

Capturing the essence of movement and emotion in dance photography can be challenging yet rewarding. In this post, I share my experience photographing a dancer for the first time. Join me as we explore the art of dance photography, the unique challenges it presents, and the importance of conveying grace and energy through the lens.

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