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I cannot express how grateful I am to have participated in this workshop! Clare organized it perfectly with clear structure to discuss key parts of food photography and styling, as well as demonstrating her workflow and giving us time to put what we learned into practice. I created some of my favorite work during those three days. Learning with our group was so helpful too- I loved seeing the creativity from our group of makers, bloggers, and photographers! If you are starting out or a professional this is the workshop you’ve been looking for!

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I attended a Poppy Bee workshop along with a co-worker. We were hoping to gain more focused insight on improving the food photography and styling skills for the brand we represent.
Clare's personal approach to each of her students and the practical application of what she teaches through professional demos and moderated assignments was phenomenal. Her space is beautiful and she provided access to her larger collection of props, fabrics, backgrounds, and different food options for each assignment. This access, along with her instruction, really helped us to expand our vision on what we could do and experiment on that vision. Beyond that, the group I was a part of was perfectly sized and we all benefited from learning from one another's unique perspective and approach to each assignment. We left on the final day with new friends and fresh ideas about how we can build on our foundation and achieve a higher level of quality in the photography work we're doing.

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I’ve attended a lot of workshops over the years, and none of them have compared to the instruction from Clare and Gretchen in the Food Styling Workshop. The demos are key to understanding the assignments before you embark on your own creative process, and Clare continues to provide guidance and encouragement as you work. The bonus was Gretchen’s amazing lunches she prepared! If you’re still trying to decide if the Poppy Bee workshops are worth the money… stop hesitating! You will not find better!

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The Poppy Bee Food Photography Workshop was a learning adventure. Unlike other workshops I have attended, Clare was approachable and giving with all of her tips and tricks to capture gorgeously styled food. She challenged us to flex our creative edge by giving us several assignments of how to style and photograph food, as well as how to set up and shoot still life. I learned so much from Clare and the other participants. I was super nervous about attending and walked away feeling more confident in my photography skills. I am hope to attend the 3-day workshop in the near future. Thanks Clare, it was fun working with you!  p.s. her stock of backdrops and props were to die for!

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You know, as a creative person I never really do anything for myself. I don’t find ways to recharge my battery. But this weekend, I took a three day food photography and styling workshop with Clare Barboza at Poppy Bee Surfaces. One of the best things I’ve ever done—not just for my creativity, but for my soul. Three days of pure joy and learning. Thank you, Clare.

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As a small business owner, this has been one of the top investments I made in myself and my business. This really got my creative side working. Thank you for the stellar course! 

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Clare Barboza is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had. She knows her stuff and owns it, but doesn’t protect it. Unlike other classes I’ve taken, this instructor did not set herself on a pedestal and distribute meager crumbs of knowledge to us, the ignorant. Before the day of the class arrived, she’d written to us all, asking about our goals and, as we learned, researched each of us online. Clare was prepared to give us what we needed to fulfill our own aspirations. And she did that, incredibly.

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I’m not a photographer, I am a potter.  But the workshop Clare puts together allows for all levels of photographic capability, from professional photographers to artists engaged in learning this aspect of the business.  She has an impressive depth of knowledge, and fosters a wonderful learning environment, where I was able to connect with her and others to gain concrete skills I am able to bring home and immediately use to improve the photographs I create for social and other marketing materials. It was such a tremendous value to me and my business. 

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I heard about Clare and her workshop through a commercial photographer friend. I’m not new to workshops and have been to many. Some were good and others had too many participants or not enough direction form the instructor. One look at Clare’s beautiful work and I thought I’d try her workshop and see what she’d have to share. She does not hold back! Clare opened the firehose and taught us everything from how to find great lighting to working with props and products, how to put together the scene to tell a story and then she led a group critique of our work. We had many levels of photographers there and agreed everyone left feeling successful. Most of the time was spent taking pictures so we had a lot of time to practice what she taught. I’m getting so may compliments on the photos I took at the workshop! I would definitely go back to beautiful Vermont and take another Poppy Bee workshop!

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Clare has been shooting marketing photos for my business for many years. Her photos have elevated our brand and been a complete game changer. I took Clare’s workshop to learn more about her process and what goes on in her head while she is working. I learned SO much, she shared not only her techniques but more importantly, her thought process. I went to the workshop not knowing how to use a digital camera. By the end of the 3 days I felt comfortable using my camera and incorporating lighting, props and styling. Amazing!

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The Poppy Bee Photography Workshop was extremely helpful in taking my photography skills to a more advanced level. It gave me the knowledge and confidence needed to explore food photography independently. 

Working with Clare was a delight. She was the perfect hostess and created an open, honest, and engaging environment for learning. It was also so much fun! 

I would highly recommend this course to anyone that is just starting out, or if you are looking to hone in on your food photography skills. 

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As someone who considers themselves further along than “beginner” but not quite “professional,” this class was ideal for my skill set, and perfectly blended theory with practice. Clare was able to accommodate all different experience levels and had every student walking away more confident in their photography skills, thanks to her hands on approach to photo assignments and dreamy studio setup. The space couldn't be better for getting into the creative flow, with an endless collection of props, surfaces, linens, food — anything you could possibly need to create beautiful food photos!I wasn’t sure if we were going to spend most of our time getting into technical aspects of the camera settings, but we were able to jump right into the good stuff and walk away with SO many practical and valuable tips, and best of all — great photos! Clare’s live demo shoot was also worth the cost in itself. Can’t recommend this course enough!"

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Clare's food photography workshop was an absolute delight. It was highly interactive and filled with a great group of people, making it easy to connect and make new friends. The workshop provided invaluable insights into what makes or breaks a food shot. I now feel confident in setting the mood for my shoots, and Clare's collection of beautiful surfaces and props has made it much easier to coordinate and make the right selections. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that significantly improved my food photography skills.

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I recently attended a food photography class and a food styling class at Poppy Bee Surfaces, that both exceeded all my expectations. Clare is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, making complex concepts easy to understand. The hands-on practice sessions were invaluable, and I saw a significant improvement in my skills. The supportive and engaging environment made learning enjoyable and inspiring. I Highly recommend for anyone looking to enhance their photography abilities!

Additionally, the hand made surfaces and backdrops are superb and the best addition to my photography studio.

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