<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Dawn V Gilmore Photography]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dawn V Gilmore Photography is a Luxury Product & Portrait photographer on the Gulf Coast, Mississippi]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:26:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Fast, Professional Product Photography: Why Turnaround Time Matters More Than Ever]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fast, Professional Product Photography: Why Turnaround Time Matters More Than Ever]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/fast-product-photography</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697224239f5bcea2284eb76b</guid><category><![CDATA[Commercial Product Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Whisky & Spirits Photography]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:37:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_4ed9c75c6b0c4aa592036c4ac5a506b8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hennessy Carnival 2026 Bottle Release | Commercial Spirits &#38; Brand Activation Photography]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is something especially exciting about photographing a product created to celebrate a moment, a culture and an experience. For the Hennessy Carnival 2026 bottle release, I had the opportunity to create commercial imagery surrounding the special-edition bottle and photograph the energy of the brand activation itself. The project brought together two sides of commercial photography that I love: carefully controlled studio product photography and the storytelling of a live brand...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/hennessy-carnival-2026-brand-activation-photography</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7ca82d60971ea08f911d10</guid><category><![CDATA[Industry Events]]></category><category><![CDATA[Whisky & Spirits Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Commercial Product Photography]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:14:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_fd0948a291474613984e4e02d6fff7da~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[I'm Honored to Teach Commercial Product Photography at Southern Pro Xposure 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are moments in your career that make you stop, take a deep breath, and realize just how far you've come. For me, this is one of those moments. I'm incredibly honored to announce that I've been invited to teach at the 2026 Southern Pro Xposure Photography Expo, hosted by the Professional Photographers of Louisiana, in New Orleans this October. My session is titled: Liquid Courage: Stepping Into Product Photography When I first began exploring commercial product photography, I was asking...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/commercial-product-photography-workshop</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a62755a59dc3f2805c37e75</guid><category><![CDATA[Speaking & Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:19:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_28098b7f222b45488c4604525f2e654f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_960,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women Leading the Future of Spirits: Networking at the Sirens Spirits Group Happy Hour in New Orleans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Published: July 2026 Building Relationships Beyond the Camera One of my favorite parts of being a commercial product photographer isn't just creating beautiful bottle imagery—it's getting to meet the incredible people behind the brands. This week I had the opportunity to attend the Sirens Happy Hour hosted by The Sirens Spirits Group at Fives Bar in New Orleans. The afternoon brought together women from across the craft spirits industry for cocktails, conversation, and collaboration while...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/sirens-spirits-group-happy-hour-new-orleans</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6181806ed1567a596ec76c</guid><category><![CDATA[Industry Events]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:14:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_4c8550aa91a4422396f1c615fbbafb08~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Verucci Cigars Client Success Story: Luxury Cigar Photography That Makes Every Detail Matter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industry: Premium Cigars  Service: Commercial Product Photography  Project Type: Luxury Brand Content and Product Presentation For luxury products, the smallest details can make the biggest impression. A beautifully crafted product deserves imagery that allows customers to see the quality, craftsmanship, and thought behind it. For premium cigars, that can mean everything from the texture of the wrapper to the construction of the cigar—and, in the case of Verucci Cigars, the intricate details...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/luxury-cigar-photography-verucci-cigars</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5ed0263357dd2c743432f2</guid><category><![CDATA[Client Success Stories]]></category><category><![CDATA[Cigar Photography]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:27:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_6971ea5291c74ecc84a3f6d57193c6d8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beverage &#38; Spirits Photography That Brings Drinks to Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today’s beverage market, great packaging alone isn’t enough. Spirits, RTDs, seltzers, and canned beverages need photography that captures motion, texture, and visual impact—images that stop the scroll and translate instantly across websites, social media, and marketing campaigns.]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/beverage-and-spirits-photography-canned-drinks</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6955990e810abc75244ae9f4</guid><category><![CDATA[Beverage & Food Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Whisky & Spirits Photography]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 22:05:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_63b08a550eac4d26a7cddc7964bb0048~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_960,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elevate Your Brand with Stunning Product Photography]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to product photography, the right image can make or break a marketing campaign. Two of the most commonly requested styles—flat lay photography and hero shots—serve very different purposes. ]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/flat-lay-vs-hero-shots-choosing-the-right-product-images-for-marketing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694b107249cd504c60cc983b</guid><category><![CDATA[Perfume & Fragrance Photography]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_d42cc7a77ebe474cb4bc4737cf1579bf~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating Timeless Beauty: Luxury Portrait Photography for Women 40+]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Dawn V. Gilmore VIP Photography, I believe every woman deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and absolutely stunning—at every age, every chapter, and every stage of life. ]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/luxury-portrait-photography-for-women-50-plus-biloxi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6924862cf0736c54fcb0d150</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:36:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_3ae816378c924895ac52c3ce538da95d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ship-to-Studio Product Photography for Brands Nationwide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not every brand has access to a high-end product photographer in their local market—and they shouldn’t have to compromise quality because of location. That’s why I offer ship-to-studio product photography, allowing brands anywhere in the U.S. to send their products directly to my studio for professionally styled, editorial-quality imagery.]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/ship-to-studio-product-photography-for-brands-nationwide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694b0ce99a82f0c118861e1e</guid><category><![CDATA[Commercial Product Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Whisky & Spirits Photography]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_985927d8d32a452e8c19d27462957565~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luxury Product Photography for Spirits &#38; Beverages]]></title><description><![CDATA[High-End Editorial Imagery for Brands That Demand Visual Impact In the spirits and beverage industry, first impressions are everything. From the way light hits the glass to how color, texture, and atmosphere are used to tell a story, luxury product photography plays a critical role in how a brand is perceived—online, on shelves, and across marketing campaigns. At Dawn V Gilmore VIP Photo, I specialize in editorial-style product photography for spirits, canned beverages, and premium drink...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/luxury-product-photography-for-spirits-beverages</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694b0843922cfc95692d1144</guid><category><![CDATA[Whisky & Spirits Photography]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:37:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_17ae59ba38b148448a771045f8b365af~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Studio Spotlight: Bold, Artistic Portraits with Ashlea]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Dawn V. Gilmore VIP Photography , I believe portraits should be more than just images — they should be powerful statements of...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/luxury-studio-portraits-biloxi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b3480fc44a79e0501078b8</guid><pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2025 19:17:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_2f586a186a324a34915b183ce321cb4c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mastering the Light: A Beauty Portrait Session with Tia in Biloxi]]></title><description><![CDATA[What happens when you mix new lighting experimentation with years of experience posing women?✨ Magic. ✨ This beauty portrait session with...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/mastering-the-light-a-beauty-portrait-session-with-tia-in-biloxi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6813eeebf547f5de52610614</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_9456bd5ff76f4d3387f0f8ff26c1a98d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Stepped in Front of My Own Camera — And It Changed Everything]]></title><description><![CDATA[I Took My Own Boudoir Photos — Here’s Why That Matters As a professional boudoir photographer, I’ve guided hundreds of women through intimate, empowering sessions meant to help them see themselves in a new light. But earlier this year, I decided to do something I’d never done before: I turned the camera on myself. With the help of my best friend Chelsea pressing the shutter, I stood in my own studio in Biloxi — in lingerie, with my Canon Connect app in hand — and became both the photographer...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/self-love-boudoir-session</link><guid isPermaLink="false">681f6488e0791c3813dcebd2</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 14:50:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_efc1c4049dc548bbb45f3874c4016ea2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soak in Confidence: Clawfoot Tub Boudoir Photography in Biloxi]]></title><description><![CDATA[A beautiful clawfoot tub. Gorgeous lighting. Sensual styling. At Dawn V Gilmore VIP Photo, our clawfoot tub sessions are more than just a...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/soak-in-confidence-clawfoot-tub-boudoir-photography-in-biloxi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6813eca4123f5ac95e20db08</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 23:30:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_7ddc247ba34f4277be3d519b105637ec~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unleashing the Glow: Blacklight Boudoir Photography in Biloxi]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s boudoir… and then there’s blacklight boudoir. At Dawn V Gilmore VIP Photo, we believe in capturing confidence in every form — and our blacklight sessions are a glowing celebration of self-expression, body positivity, and bold beauty.]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/unleashing-the-glow-blacklight-boudoir-photography-in-biloxi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6813ea34123f5ac95e20d340</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 21:47:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_6d6d9455b1ae4f659da22294573cccc2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Honored Again: My Third Consecutive Nomination for Gulf Coast Woman's '100 Successful Women to Know']]></title><description><![CDATA[I'm thrilled to share that I've been nominated for the third consecutive year for Gulf Coast Woman Magazine's prestigious '100 Successful...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/top-100-women-to-know-dawn-gilmore</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6827ca6d5f6c3080838df3c5</guid><category><![CDATA[Awards & Press]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_517256330a4446729842d7fc961a5be7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empowering Through Recognition: Recipient of the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Small Business Grant]]></title><description><![CDATA[I’m incredibly honored to share that I’ve been selected as a recipient of the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Small Business Grant! This recognition is a powerful affirmation of the work I’ve poured into my photography business since relocating to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in 2022. The grant was presented during the Biloxi Chamber Breakfast with the Mayor on Wednesday, July 17th, hosted at the Hard Rock Biloxi. The event began at 7:30 AM with breakfast and networking, followed by the official...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/biloxi-chamber-small-business-grant-winner</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6827d87e3d8d9ecdaaec4bbf</guid><category><![CDATA[Awards & Press]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_3e5954a3f92542378565104c96bd7138~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing Elegance: A Branding Photoshoot with Jennuwine Design's CEO and Furry Companion]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the world of interior design, where creativity and sophistication intertwine, Jennuwine Design stands out as a beacon of elegance]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/branding_photoshoot_jennuwine_design</link><guid isPermaLink="false">663c12c861a1488d7cb8a89d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2024 00:18:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_97be0770836a4c53a4d2d0ed86cc1632~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing Authenticity: Melanie's Journey to being Fearless and Fabulous!]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world where beauty standards often dictate narrow definitions, Melanie, known as Ms. Voluptuous Gulf Coast, stands tall as a beacon of ]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/msvoluptuousgulfcoast</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65eb29bb5013727735165a08</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:28:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_6a9249561774485ab3a140b5df443153~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing Empowerment: A Greenhouse Photoshoot Journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world inundated with filtered images and unrealistic beauty standards, it's essential to carve out spaces where women can embrace...]]></description><link>https://dawnvgilmorephoto.wixsite.com/blog/post/capturing-empowerment-a-greenhouse-photoshoot-journey</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65ddeeec6910ae8a736de8aa</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 14:53:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e23f35_37db0766f07e41f58c154207dd08e445~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dawn Gilmore</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>