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Lifestyle and Lenses: Real Talk on Photography, Business & Mom Life
Breaking Into Editorial Photography: Tips from Writer + Editor Gabi De La Rosa
This week on Lifestyle and Lenses, Lauren and Paige sit down with freelance writer and editor Gabi De La Rosa to pull back the curtain on the editorial world. From luxury hotel features to magazine spreads and digital articles, Gabby shares what it really takes to stand out in print and online media.
You’ll hear how photography can make (or break) a story, what editors are really looking for when they choose images, and how photographers can break into the editorial world.
Whether you’re a photographer dreaming of seeing your work in glossy pages or a creative curious about the behind-the-scenes of publishing, this episode is packed with insights you can use right now.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why bad photography kills good writing (and why editors won’t run your piece without quality images).
- How editorial photography differs from branding or lifestyle photography — and what editors really want to see.
- Why leaving space in your images (for headlines, sidebars, or cropping) is crucial in editorial work.
- The importance of synergy between photographers, writers, and editors on set.
- How to break into the editorial world as a photographer (hint: it’s all about relationships and the right contacts).
Why every photo tells a story — whether it’s a hamburger, a fashion shoot, or a ballet spread.
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Top 3 Resources:
2. Parasite Cleanse -- yeah, we know... gross!
3. Facial Dry Brush Paige uses
4. Gabi's editorial tool she likes -- powerthesaurus.org