I'm Jena, a Midwest-based commercial food and lifestyle photographer, videographer, prop stylist, and art director. Over the past 13 years, I've become known for my elevated earthy, artistic photography style focused on appetite appeal and brand storytelling. My classical training as a fine art painter creates a unique photography style that perfectly complements both editorial and advertising campaigns. I seek out authentic emotion in my food and lifestyle photography with a strong emphasis on narratives and blending modern and heritage styles.

I shoot for clients such as Ghirardelli, Martha Stewart, Kohl’s, Taste of Home, Sam’s Club, The Buckle, Press, Kerry Taste and Nutrition, and Iowa Premium Angus.

In addition to my commercial work, I pride myself on building the community and knowledge of commercial food photography through the Little Rusted Ladle blog, the Master the Art of Food Photography online summit, and my mentorship program Portfolio to Profit.

I am so honored to bring this summit to you!  It has been a complete JOY to speak these outstanding experts.  Learning from experts currently working in the field is indispensable and is what can elevate our business faster with more purpose.

Jena is giving two people access to Inspiration to Portfolio.If you're just starting out, this is your golden ticket. Get the guidance you need to transform inspiration into a stunning food photography portfolio.

• 1 will be given away on Instagram
• 1 will be given away at the VIP Networking session on May 9th at 6pm

To enter to win, participate in the networking session or enter on Instagram:

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1. Follow: ⁠⠀⁠
@littlerustedladle

2. Tag 2 of your besties in the comments of the giveaway post on the @littlerustedladle Instagram feed.⁠

3. For an extra entry share this giveaway in your Instagram Stories and tag @littlerustedladle⁠⠀⁠