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I love capturing real, lived-in and immersive imagery for heritage wine & whiskey brands. When it comes to creating content, consider me your go-to gal for capturing the cinematic, unscripted moments that grab attention and create connection.

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In this episode of Frame the Flavor, I dive into how a single podcast episode featuring behavioral expert Vanessa Van Edwards and her books (Captivate, Cues) completely transformed how I approach brand photography – from how I pose people to how I photograph products.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How I discovered Vanessa’s work and why it stood out

  • A quick summary of her book(s) and key ideas

  • My 4 main takeaways that changed how I direct shoots

  • How behavioral science impacts product styling and posing

  • Why understanding body language makes you a better creative

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Big Idea (TLDR):

Small cues—like body language and positioning—tell big stories. Learning to spot and use them can transform the way we photograph people and products.

For the Photographers & Creatives:

If you’re a brand photographer, content creator, or marketer, this episode will give you a fresh lens on how to direct people confidently and build visual stories with more impact.

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MEET GRETCHEN

I'm a cinematic wine, whiskey & editorial  photographer who loves telling stories through the lens.

I love capturing real, lived-in and immersive imagery for heritage wine & whiskey brands. When it comes to creating content, consider me your go-to gal for capturing the cinematic, unscripted moments that grab attention and create connection.

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