The Wider Lens: Powered by Focus on Women

Join us in this episode as we chat with Shaina Fishman, an accomplished photographer with a passion for capturing the essence of animals. Shaina's journey began with her family pets and has taken her around the world, photographing wild lions in Kenya, street dogs in Peru, and stray cats in Jerusalem. With a background in commercial photography from Syracuse University and a decade of experie...

Today we're talking to Christy Day, a talented designer and stylist with a foundation rooted in furniture and photography. Since 2006, Christy has developed a distinct design vision that's modern and clean, with a touch of traditional class. Drawing inspiration from her travels and experiences, she utilizes crisp lines and eye-catching simplicity to create visually stunning spaces. Chris...

Today we're celebrating 200 episodes of the podcast by talking to Focus on Women's co-founder, Traci Terrick! In 2009, Traci founded Poppy Creative, an innovative, inclusive creative agency representing visionary photographers, insightful stylists, and bold creatives. With over 20 years of experience in design, art direction, production, business development, and artist representation, T...

Today Lauren is chatting with Jenna Yandle, a talented photographer and aspiring art director based in Marin County, California. Jenna discovered her passion for visual arts in high school. She recently graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design with a BFA in commercial photography and a minor in fashion merchandising. Jenna is an artist who believes in creating images, not just taking...

Join us as we chat with Chiara Gianelli, a Dublin-based content creator, food photographer & stylist, and social media marketer. Originally from Italy, Chiara has a deep-rooted passion for food. She transformed her love for culinary storytelling into a thriving business, creating standout narratives and mouth-watering visuals for food, beverage, and wellness brands. Chiara shares her transitio...

Los Angeles-based Emily Burnette is a luxury personal and wardrobe stylist with an intuitive ability to dress clients for any occasion. Emily got her start in NYC, working with Neiman Marcus Group, Barneys New York, The RealReal, and Diane von Furstenberg, gaining extensive experience in luxury fashion and high-level client service. Her talents don't stop at personal styling! In the commercia...

Today we're talking to Andrea Martins, an extremely talented storyteller with over 20 years of experience. Andrea believes entertainment is a powerful tool for brands and individuals to share their stories. Known for her talent, strong communication skills, charisma, and empathy, she excels in building connections and blending storytelling with brand objectives. In this episode, we're al...

Today we're talking to Asha Holmes about her career in visual merchandising. Asha has a knack for creating eye-catching displays and elevating store presentations, having worked for Ann Taylor, Francesca’s, and Club Monaco. She later joined Wayfair as a home decor stylist, where she dreamed up and shot amazing whole-room lifestyle images, product vignettes, and conceptual product shots for th...

Emily Jahr is a globally experienced photographer and creative partner known for her ambitious work style and creative mind. Despite being so early in her career, Emily is incredibly experienced and intelligent with a lifetime of potential ahead of her. Combining photography and creative direction, she crafts cinematic and powerful images that tell compelling stories. Emily has collaborated with n...

Today we're talking to Hayley Fisk,  a versatile photographer and videographer specializing in product, beauty, and food & beverage in Los Angeles. After earning her BFA in photography in Illinois, she moved to LA to pursue her passion. Hayley bridges fine art and commercial photography, creating captivating images that boost audience engagement. Hayley is passionate about focusing on and...

Today we're talking to Neysa, a multi-skilled life coach and entrepreneur dedicated to helping others show up authentically and boldly. As a co-owner of Ginger and Carrot Productions, an LA-based production agency, she encourages creatives to color outside the lines. Neysa is also an accomplished author and podcast host, passionate about storytelling and elevating people through her creative...

Meet Colette Peri, a creative entrepreneur dedicated to weaving magic into advertisements, marketing strategies, and everyday life. On a mission to empower others, Colette aims to unlock your creativity, awaken your imagination, and encourage you to take risks in pursuing what you love. Balancing a dynamic career of creating videos for brands and teaching creatives how to infuse their work with ma...

Today we're talking to Nitya Jain, a photographer and director focusing on food, drink, hospitality, and lifestyle. With a knack for creating vibrant and irresistible visual content, Nitya's lens captures the magic of every flavor, space, and place, guiding viewers through a journey illuminated by light and color. Rooted in her South Asian heritage, Nitya's love affair with food and...

Today we're talking to Daniela Gerson! Formerly a chef with a fervent passion for sourcing vibrant produce from local markets, Daniela's journey took an unexpected turn after a back injury led her to discover her innate talent for photography. Now, as a food photographer, creative director, food stylist, and recipe developer, Daniela's images beautifully accentuate the natural allur...

Join us for a thought-provoking episode featuring Brooke Hummer, a Chicago native whose lifelong passion for art history and photography fuels her collaborative lifestyle work, renowned for its natural, unaffected portraits and compassionate storytelling. However, it's Brooke's Fine Art practice that truly captivates, delving into the intricate intersections of female identity, class, an...

Join us as we chat with Lauren Volo, a talented food photographer whose journey from Syracuse University's darkroom to bustling New York City is as captivating as her images. After assisting top food photographers, she launched her own business in 2012, shooting cookbooks and collaborating with brands big and small for captivating ad campaigns. Check out Lauren's work on the Big Leo webs...

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of high fashion modeling with Erin Scimeca, the visionary founder of Signed Management. With over two decades in New York City's modeling scene, Erin's journey is extraordinary, from Elite Model Management NY to Director of Scouting at New York Model Management. Erin's knack for scouting talent, honed through traversing every corner of...

Today we're talking to Kristen Lombardi! Kristen is a seasoned fashion designer and tailor with over 15 years of experience. As the creative force behind Manimal , a handmade-to-order practical leather goods shop, her work has graced the pages of prestigious publications like Vogue, Elle, Elle Spain, and Nylon Magazine. Join us as we delve into her creative journey and uncover the inspiration...

Today we're talking to Danielle Hughes! As the Chief Personality Officer of More Than Words Marketing, Danielle is helping clients put more personality into their marketing messages so they can attract the right clients and repel the wrong ones. We'll be talking all about how as photographers, we have to engage and retain our followers, employees, or clients through incorporating our per...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Angela DeCenzo, a San Francisco-based photographer known for her captivating work in lifestyle, food, and portraiture. Angela's journey into photography began with childhood adventures in her family's VW van, instilling in her a love for simple abundance and honest human connection that permeates her work today. In this episode, Angela shares h...

Today we're sitting down with Robin Zachary, a prop stylist in New York City. With a keen eye for vintage treasures and a passion for crafting narratives through imagery, Robin's expertise as a tabletop, prop, and craft stylist transcends conventional boundaries. Having served as both the Creative Director and Contributing Home Editor of Bridal Guide Magazine, Robin brings a wealth of ex...

Today we're talking with Sharon Contillo, a visionary dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices in the film industry. Through her company, Middle Center Productions, LLC, Sharon focuses on producing female-led and family-centric productions, providing a much-needed platform for marginalized voices to be seen and heard. As President of Women in Film & Video New England (WIFVNE) and a...

In this episode, we sit down with Meagan Shuptar, a seasoned professional with over 17 remarkable years of experience. Renowned for her versatility and genuine approachability, Meagan navigates the realms of commercial and editorial photography, often taking on the roles of stylist and art director with finesse. Beyond the lens, we delve into the personal passions and experiences that shape Meagan...

Today we're joined by Kim Donlan! With a career steeped in marketing, Kim's early years saw her shaping the messaging and positioning for 10 of Boston’s top tech and consumer IPOs. As an early leader in interactive technology, she collaborated with industry giants like Braun, Reebok, DuPont, and Siemens. Today, Kim's expertise in messaging, positioning, and digital experiences is un...

Join us as we explore the captivating world of Amy Rose Productions, a dynamic duo of photographers comprising Melissa Amy Shanahan and Chelsea Rose Nye. Their sensational collaboration is rooted in a shared vision, paramount skill sets, and a mutual "I've got your back" mentality. Despite diverse entry points into the industry – Melissa's shift from corporate communication and...