A top professional teaches basic skills as the role of the food stylist is explored. Students learn through demonstration and participation how to prepare foods for the camera, including using tools of the trade, selecting props for the camera, choosing and treating ingredients to hold up under photography, and bringing a styled plate to camera readiness. Each student shops for and prepares one simple plate presentation as a final project. Opportunities in the profession are discussed. The class explores personal, educational, and financial requirements for each profession, the basic steps in launching a new career, and procedures for getting appropriate assistance and advice.
Students leave with a clear and realistic understanding of their career options.
Class meets at New School. Guests drawn from the ranks of experts, equipment and food consultants, owners, and PR and marketing advisors discuss developing a business plan, finding a location, creating a menu of goods and services, designing and equipping the facility, finding purveyors, private labelling, licensing and permits, staffing and operations, marketing, and public relations. Class meets at New School. This seminar offers guidance for the startup and operation of a successful bar, whether stand-alone or in conjunction with a restaurant. Topics include site selection, financial requirements, licensing and compliance, bar design and equipment, glassware needs, pricing strategy, staffing, purchasing, and inventory control.