Semla Studio

18/01/2024

Hey food brands 👋 Looking for a fresh, summer-inspired visual approach for your food brand marketing?

My food photography service blends light, colour, amazing food and a dash of summer vibes to create irresistible images that catch the eye and capture the imagination.

Let your products shine in a colourful scene that your audience won't be able to resist. Curious? DM me to find out more.

++These Hummingbird Lamingtons are packed with tropical flavours - banana, pineapple and coconut. Summer in cake form! ☀️ Grab the recipe from my bio++

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15/01/2024

Use this handy tip for adding extra flavour to your baking... flavoured yogurt! ✨

Whenever a sweet baking recipe calls for yogurt you can substitute with it with a flavoured yogurt instead. My go-to is vanilla bean, because I love vanilla in EVERYTHING, but a lemon, berry or coconut yogurt would have worked just as well in this baking situation...

It's a gorgeous light and fruity loaf which is packed with juicy blueberries, tart lemon flavour and lots of tropical coconut, and made with Authentic Greek Vanilla Bean Yogurt.

The loaf is a buttery sponge, but because of the addition of the yogurt, the sponge is kept light and doesn't feel oily in your mouth the way some sponges can. And using authentic Greek yogurt provides a lovely sour to balance out the sweetness.

Try the recipe yourself and see what you think (from my bio link above ⬆ )

19/12/2023

The countdown to Christmas well and truly underway...

If you're anything like me you're frantically trying to decide what to make, how to transport it, and putting even more effort into choosing recipes that need next to NO effort or cooking... especially if Christmas Day is hot (and with our current weather - who on earth knows, certainly not weather forecasters?!).

This festive summer salad is loaded with fresh seasonal fruit and veges, and the only cooking involved is toasting some walnuts, YAY! Bonus points for being red and green 🎄

Grab the recipe ⬆️ and enjoy your no-fuss Christmas Day!

10/12/2023

I had so much fun recently working on a summer-themed project with some incredible brands! I wanted to create a scene that told the story of a lazy afternoon spent hanging out with friends, eating lovely food and drinking beautiful wine. Thankfully the weather played ball and I got the gorgeous, sunny day I'd been hoping for ☀️

Visual storytelling is a pivotal way for food brands to connect on a deeper level with their customers. Through carefully planned colors, textures, and compositions food images can trigger emotions, evoke memorable experiences and effectively make your brand stand out in this crazy busy social media landscape.

Want to know more about harnessing the power of visuals for your food brand? Let's talk now! 😁

06/12/2023

03/12/2023

Cheers to the Christmas season! 🥂

While I LOVE a good champagne cocktail, sadly champagne doesn't always love me 😏

And with end of year soirée cropping up left, right and centre it's SO nice to have a no-alcohol option to turn to, so that you can still accept those invitations and actually function the next morning.

When the lovely people sent me their new 0% sparkling brut to try, I was super excited to have a no-alcohol wine to try in my favourite festive summer cocktails... it was light, refreshing and absolutely fantastic!

Try it in my 🌹Raspberry, Rose & Pomegranate Refresher🌹:
1/2 cup of pomegranate juice
1/4 cup frozen raspberries
1/2 tsp rosewater
A bottle of sparkling brut - or try the Giesen 0% for a no-alcohol option
A lemon wedge
A few freeze-dried raspberries, crushed to coat the glasses

Mix the juice, raspberries and rosewater together, and crush the fruit a little with a fork to release the juice. Wet the rim of six champagne glasses with the lemon wedge, then dip the rims into a small dish filled with the crushed freeze-dried raspberries. Divide the juice mix between the glasses, then top with sparkling wine.

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16/11/2023

Friday is here, so cheers!! I recently tried the prosecco - attracted like a superficial magpie by the gorgeous bottle design - and wow, delicious 🤩

I mixed mine with spiced ginger beer and a dash of Cointreau to make a festive-tasting, summery, afternoon sort of a cocktail... is it too early to be in the festive holiday spirit?

14/11/2023

Throwback to some very fun client work - a Mexican-themed picnic party, featuring LOADS of corn chips! I had so much fun dreaming up Mexican dips, sides, salads, drinks and more. And bonus... I got to eat it all afterwards 😁😆

If you're planning a themed shoot featuring your food product, I'd love to chat with you about what I can 'bring to the table' (see what I did there?! 🤦‍♀️). So, let's talk food!

31/10/2023

What's your breakfast routine?

I'm definitely a muesli or granola person! I absolutely LOVE it - and yes, not just at breakfast time. It's also a solid dessert, a portable lunch and a lazy dinner 🤷‍♀️

I'm always on the hunt for one that tastes amazing but isn't loaded with sugar, so it was lovely to try Lo Sugar Natural Muesli. I added fruit, greek yogurt and a little dash of orange juice. So delicious!!

And now I'm ready to start this sunny day on a positive note ☀️

26/10/2023

Making your own crackers can seem like a tedious affair, and with so many wonderful crackers on offer at the supermarket, you might wonder if it's worth making your own at all... of course I'm not trying to tell you that you should only ever make your own, but once in a while, if you have the time, it's incredibly satisfying and rewarding.

The best thing about making your own crackers is you have total control about what you put into them! As a fig freak, I like to LOAD my fruit and nut crackers with them, and they pair beautifully with blue cheese 🤤

Matching your cracker ingredients to your cheeses may sound a little over the top. But what the heck, if it floats your boat, give it at go - this recipe is really versatile and you can basically use whatever dried fruit, seeds or nuts take your fancy.

What would you put in yours?

Grab the recipe from my bio

18/10/2023

Is there any better start to the morning than a muffin and coffee?

And if the muffin is chocolate that's even better! Muffins may not have a very glamourous reputation, but I think that's a little unfair... if they're full

15/10/2023

Egg sandwiches have a bad rap - those smelly, basic, stale ones you get at petrol stations have a lot to answer for!!

But egg sandwiches are simple food at it's very best if you do them right. I like mine made with soft, fresh, thickly-sliced supermarket white bread... but the beauty of food is that you can make it to YOUR taste. So if you're a fan of handmade artisan organic sourdough probiotic rye bread, you go for it!! 😆

Grab my egg sandwich filling recipe in my bio link and try and tell me these aren't fantastic ⬆️

13/10/2023

Need some weekend baking inspo?

Try these gorgeous Rose & Raspberry Shortbread Sandwich Cookies I created for using their delicately perfumed Runaway Rose tea 💕🌸

Melt in your mouth, buttery shortbread biscuits filled with tangy raspberry buttercream scented with rose. And does it make a difference that they're pink? Yes, yes it does!!

Grab the recipe from from their bio ⬆️

10/10/2023

People love food! Looking at it, talking about it, and most importantly eating it 😆

So it's REALLY important for food brands to have images of their products that make people want to TRY it for the first time - and if the product is amazing (such as the wonderful products I'm lucky enough to photograph, like cold smoked salmon here) - then they'll keep coming back for more.

Are your images connecting with people and getting your product in front of new potential customers? With more people than ever before being online and buying online, having professional product photography is a sound investment... in fact, it's a no brainer!

If you're wanting to showcase your delicious food product with bright, colourful food photography I'd love to chat with you. DM me now and let's talk about all the ways we can get your product seen 👀

02/10/2023

What sort of photos get your attention and start your mouth watering? 🤤

For me, it's any photo including chocolate... there's just something about it that GRABS my attention, and I have know more!

Posting captivating, scroll-stopping food images is a surefire way to get more eyes on your brand - and who doesn't want that 🤷‍♀️ (as a fellow business owner, I understand...)!

If you need new content to promote your food brand, let me help. I love collaborating with brands to tell their story, promote their products, and inspire and engage with more customers. DM me now and let's chat 💛

27/09/2023

Hey foodie business 👋 How's your spring and summer content shaping up? If your images are looking a little tired, and you need an injection of fresh colourful vibes, I'd love to chat!

I offer packages that include photography, recipes and reels - or I can create a package just for you and your food brand, tailored specifically to your product, goals and audience.

Professional images are well worth the investment too! Your customers are far more likely to engage with your brand, and purchase your products, when they can see them being used in irresistible images and delicious recipes. And it might not cost as much as you think... DM me now and tell me what you need 📱

25/09/2023

Do you like Hummingbird cake? I think it's just about my most favourite cake flavour. And I'm also a huge lamington fan. Why wouldn't you be?! So creating a combination of the two together seemed like an obvious choice... a delicate soft crumb, fruity pineapple banana flavour, warmly spiced with cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg 😋 And that's just the cake. I filled my lamingtons with cream cheese frosting and pineapple curd for some extra tropical flavour 🍍🥥🍍🍌

It's been far too long since I made a cake!! I don't know why... but I won't make that mistake again - these beautiful Hummingbird Lamingtons were SO good that I've been reminded of how much I love cake, and that I should make it far more often than I do. Next time you're in the mood to make cake - give these a try.

The recipe link is in my bio ⬆️

💛💛Do you need a bespoke cake recipe featuring your food product? I'd love to create a recipe that showcases your product and inspires your audience to get baking. DM me and let's chat food 💛💛

21/09/2023

Who's excited for asparagus season?!! 🙋‍♀️

During one of my many trips to the supermarket this week I spotted asparagus for the first time this spring. Big whoop! To me, asparagus is a welcome sign of the warmer weather and lighter meals to come. And while asparagus might not be at it's peak (or cheapest) just yet, if you can hang on for a few more weeks it will soon be around in abundance and a couple of dollars per bundle, and I will absolutely be making the most of it 💛

If you're an asparagus hound, and need some recipe inspiration, check out the Asparagus, Lemon & Mint Risotto recipe I created for - available over on their site ➡️➡️

18/09/2023

If there's one way to improve upon cheese, it's making it into a hot, gooey dip for mopping up with pillowy slices of white bread 🧀🧀🍞🍞

This version is made with brie, and flavoured with fig and rosemary - but just about any soft cheese would work. You mix all the ingredients together, pop them in the oven until the cheese is melted, and then... to amp up the flavour, grill the dip for a few minutes until it starts to caramelise on the top. Cheesy heaven!

Grab the recipe in my bio

12/09/2023

Are you a pudding person?

I put myself firmly in that camp! Rice pudding is one of my MOST favourite puddings - sweet, creamy and satisfying. Simple pudding perfection! And while you can't beat a baked rice pudding (which sits around in a low oven for hours on end getting better and better with time) sometimes I get the urge to eat it right away, which calls for a speedy stovetop rice pudding - almost as delicious, without the lengthy wait time.

And let's not restrict ourselves to ONLY having rice pudding after a meal. I think rice pudding makes a pretty perfect breakfast too (ok, I'll admit, straight from the fridge and cold) 😋

My chocolate coconut rice pudding is made with coconut milk, flavoured with dark chocolate, and topped with nuts, toasted coconut and more chocolate - but it's very versatile and you can totally mix it up to suit your own tastes.

Grab the recipe in my bio ⬆️

06/09/2023

Rise and shine!! It's a beautiful morning... so, who's feeling hungry? ☀️🥞

Is breakfast your very first thought of the day, or is it just me?! I absolutely love a big spread, full of all my decadent and healthy favourites, sweet and savoury - then I don't have to choose. I can just have it all! 😆

Images are just so effective at creating a MOOD. Take a moment and think... what mood do you convey with your food brand images? Is the mood fun, fresh, high-end or quirky? Your images tell your customers so much about your brand without you really having to 'say' anything...

So, what do you want your customers to know about your brand? I'd love to work with you and help you create a mood that grabs attention and tells your story. DM me now and let's chat food 💛

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03/09/2023

How wonderful does it feel now that Spring is finally here?! I don't know about you, but after a few sunny days and some warmer temperatures, I'm already feeling FULL of energy and enthusiasm for all things Spring 🌱🌼

Including - OF COURSE - Spring food! Now's the time for loads of vegetables, salads and lighter meals and maybe even some fruit (heck yes!) 😁

If you need some fresh new images to promote your food brand and show everyone how to use your product in Spring... let's work together! 🤝 I can help you to liven up your social media presence and showcase your food product to grow your audience with imagery, reels and recipe content, and get them inspired ✨✨✨

DM me now to find out about my content packages and choose one to suit you ➡️

29/08/2023

An oldie but a goodie - meet my coffee walnut slice! 🤝

If you're a big coffee fan, and you can't seem to drink enough of it to satisfy your cravings or ever feel truly awake... eat it in slice form too! (With a side helping of espresso to wash it down, naturally) 👍☕

Ratio of topping to base is FUNDAMENTAL in slice making, and I think I've nailed it with this one. The two thirds biscuit base is firm and packed with walnuts for some crunch, while the one third topping is soft and creamy. And it's ALL loaded with coffee flavour.

Grab the recipe from my bio

27/08/2023

Need bright, engaging food product photography? Want original recipes showcasing your product to inspire and grow your audience? So did Justine... and she reached out to me 😆

I helped Justine at Justines Cookies by providing her with a bank of fun, bright images she could use regularly on social media to promote her wide range of products... So no more frantically trawling through files on your computer and phone, desperately searching for images to use because you know you have to post 'something'! 😏😬

And what better way to get your customers thinking about your brand (and buying it!) than with a delicious recipe featuring your product? I create unique recipes tailored to your brand, that get people excited about being in the kitchen using your product. 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

Promoting your product doesn't have to be hard... DM me now, and let's talk about getting your brand noticed 💃

23/08/2023

What's one food you LOVE to eat day in and day out? Right now, for me, it's hummus. I love the way you can dress it up, colour it brightly, pack it with spices or herbs (or just eat it straight out of the container... 😁)

Got a food product that you want to give the glamour treatment? 💅👠💄

Gorgeous food imagery grabs attention in a crowded market and drives interest and engagement from new potential customers.

If you're still wondering if it's worth it, let's chat! I'd love to talk to you about how I can help you promote your food products in a way that suits your budget. DM me now 💛

15/08/2023

If I had to choose my most favourite meal of the day, I'm not sure I could... Dinner would pop into my mind straight away as my all-time favourite, but then I'd be torn by the fact that breakfast is basically a chance to eat dessert dressed up as a legitimate meal 😆

Which meal is the one you absolutely cannot and will not miss?!

Throwback to my Roast Persimmon French Toast with Candied Walnuts and Ricotta recipe... link in bio 💛

08/08/2023

Making pastry is one of my absolute MOST favourite things to do in the kitchen! And homemade pastry is next level when compared with bought, so crisp and delicious. You can control all aspects of it too: flavour, texture and size/shape/thickness... 🥧

But lots of people assume pastry is tricky to make and difficult to bake, so they're scared to give it a go.

I made these super simple apple galettes which are really just a low-effort apple pie. The nutmeg-flavoured wholemeal shortcrust pastry came together in minutes, had a rest in the fridge for an hour to relax the gluten, then it was ready to roll out, top with sliced apples and bake!

So do you make your own pastry or does the thought of doing that bring you out in a cold sweat? 😅 What scares you?

26/07/2023

Anyone CRAVING summer salads right now...? We've been in deep, dark winter for nearly two months now, so it's been a while since I had a decent one 😫

Throw back to this gorgeous Kentucky-style chicken salad with green goddess dressing recipe I created for to showcase their incredible gluten-free coating mix product 💛💛💛 The salad is full of crisp, fresh, crunchy green vegetables and topped with a generous serve of super tasty baked chicken (gotta say it easily beats KFC!, and it's not fried)

Need original recipe and eye-catching visual content to showcase YOUR food products and get your followers into the kitchen? DM me now to find out more about how my content packages can help you ➡️➡️