Interview with:Aileen Kiter [aileenkit]
PHOTOGRAPHY
 | Do you have an online gallery where one can view your photos? All my food photography can be found on my food blog, http://400caloriesorless.com |
| What has been your education as a photographer? I am self-taught :) I read, read, read and practice, practice, practice! |
| What is your favourite type of photography? Food photography is my favorite. |
| What do you try to express through your photography? I try and make sure that the pure pleasure of the dish shines through - I want my viewers to be able to taste it just by looking at it! |
| How do you choose your subjects? I cook it, I photograph it, I blog it |
| What type of preparation do you do before undertaking the photo session? I don't do any fake food - I do design up my plates with garnishes but all food is 100% real and after I photograph it, I eat it :) |
| Canon, Nikon, Fuji, Sigma, Olympus, Sony, Pentax...which do you place your bets on and why? Canon - I see more Canons out there than any other brand |
| Describe your current equipment: cameras, lenses, computers, accessories... White box studio, Canon Rebel T1i, nifty fifty lens - I'm a simple girl :) |
| What software and plug-ins do you use to retouch and manage your photos? Cyberlink Photo Director - the most awesome program! |
JOURNALISM
| Please list a web address where where one can view an example of your work. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=ntt_athr_dp_sr_1?_encoding=UTF8&search-alias=digital-text&field-author=Aileen%20Figula%20Kiter
http://www.400caloriesorless.com |
HEALTH
| What is your specialty? What does your work consist of? Low calorie cooking |
COOKING
| When did you start cooking? Who got you started in this art? I started as a teen. |
| Why did you decide to pursue a career in food? I have cooked all my life but only recently have I started blogging, about 2 years ago. And just recently I published 4 eBooks and an iPhone App. |
| Is there a website or blog where we can see something about you and your cooking? You can see it all at http://400caloriesorless.com |
| What culinary training have you received? Where have you learned more, in class or by experimenting? I have no formal training - my training consisted of growing up in an Italian kitchen watching and helping my Mom and Grandma. And then I was fortunate to live next door to a professional cook who taught me more of the technical aspects. From there, I have perfected my cooking by practicing daily - - I am one of the rare few who still cooks a home made hot meal (often 2 a day) every day. |
| How would you define your style? I cook healthy meals - I lower the calories but don't sacrifice flavor. Comfort food meals at less than 400 calories - that is what I do best :) |
| Do you select and buy the ingredients yourself? Where? I select them all myself |
| What is your favorite spice to cook with and why? Garlic - - I'm Italian ;) |
| What is your signature dish or your favorite recipe? Authentic Lasagna. It's actually in the oven right now !
http://400caloriesorless.com/?p=5122 |
| What is your favorite cooking gadget? My garlic mincer, of course. |
| If you were stranded on a deserted island for one year, what dish would ask to eat after your rescue? Spaghetti and Meatballs, for sure! |
| If any chef in the world could prepare a meal for you, who would it be? Anthony Bourdain. I love him :) |
| Is there something you hate to see when you go to a restaurant as a customer? I hate to see uninspired dishes. |
| Do you sometimes find yourself eating junk-food? Sure - there's nothing like an Oreo cookie |
| Who cooks in your home? Just me! |
| What tendencies do you see coming on strong? I see more people choosing healthy options - but the options have to be there to choose! |
| What are some of your professional goals for the future? I would love to publish a print cookbook - my eBooks are great, but I'd love to be in a book store and see my recipes up on the shelf! |
| What would you say to a novice in the kitchen to help them get over their fear of cooking? Just roll up your sleeves and do it! You can't learn without doing. |
BLOGGING
| What is your blog address? What subjects do you deal with? I have a food blog
http://400caloriesorless.com |
| What was it that made you create your blog? On what date did you start it? I decided I wanted to share all my healthy recipes with all the people out there trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. My dishes are not for a diet - they are dishes that you can eat the rest of your life and not feel like you are dieting. But they are healthy and low cal. |
| What blogging system have you adopted and why? Word Press - it's just the most supported, it's the standard :) |
| How many visits a day do you get? What type of comments do you receive? Thousands of visitors :) I receive the best comments - people just love trying the recipes and are so happy to have found them on my site. |
| How has 'having a blog' contributed to your life? I am busier than can be. Blogging is a side thing, not my main job so I am very busy fitting it all in. Sometimes I imagine what I could do with it if I could devote all my time to it - ahhhhh :) |
| How often do you post? Does regular posting of your blog require a lot of effort on your part? At least once a day |
| How do you promote your blog? I have mostly search engine traffic - everyone is looking for low cal recipes! |
| How would you define your readers? Have you got a faithful audience? I love my readers. I love that they are foodies and that they take the time to write and ask questions. This is all about sharing for me - so I love the interaction. |
| What advice would you give to someone who wishes to begin a blog? It's really easy to do - don't let a little technology scare you away. Have someone who has done it show you, and you'll be a pro in no time. |
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