Using the right backdrop is a crucial part of your food photography setup. Fortunately, there are now many options readily available from most photography supply stores. But if you want to add a personal touch or customize it to your specific needs, you always have the option to make your
Sometimes, the best way to get better at editing photos is to familiarize yourself with the software you’re using. For today, it’s about how to quickly fix boring food photography using Adobe Photoshop. Knowing which adjustments and techniques are available to will allow you to transform any food photo into
Food photography is commonly mistaken as something that makes our mouths water. While that is definitely one of the uses of the genre, it also pays to be aware of other ways to get creative with it. Food is actually such a versatile subject to explore. If you look hard
Stunning food photography in natural window light is not as difficult as you might think. It is a quick and cost-effective way to capture gorgeous food images. It just takes a little planning. It’s great for the studio or even at a cafe. Stage the set I placed three vinyl
Feeling experimental with your food photography? Fortunately, there are many cool techniques for you to try. One of them is flying food photos, which you can easily achieve by propping up food on wires and cleaning up the photos later in post. But, did you know that you can also
Natural light creates gorgeous results for food photography. But let’s face it, the ideal natural light isn’t always accessible. So, it always helps to know various lighting techniques for food photography. These include manipulating artificial light to achieve the look of natural light. New to creating natural-looking lighting for shooting
A significant portion of an effective food photography goes into styling. Not all of the stuff that you see in a commercial photos are actual food items. Some of them are props and fake stuff that help make the food more mouth-watering. Others are substitutes for items that melt, dry
As with any genre, setting up the right lighting is crucial when it comes to product photography. It’s what elevates a setup for professional results. The right lighting depends on the mood and look that best fits your product. For starters, it pays to be familiar with some of the
As with all genres of photography, part of what makes food photography good is how a subject stands out from the rest of the image. There are several ways to achieve this. But using light with precision is one of the simplest yet most effective, as today’s featured food photography
A year into the Covid-19 pandemic, a lot of us have started to find our way around our photography projects. Sometimes, some of us still find ourselves stuck with shooting at home. We can always take it as an opportunity to practice and try something new. For example, now is
Want to make your food photography more moody or interesting? Getting extra creative with the lighting will do the trick for you. One of the most simple yet effective ways to do this is to use a GOBO — a “go between object” light modifier. If this is the first
Shooting in natural light is a great technique to achieve moody food photography. It’s also popular and cost-effective since you don’t need to use a lot of lighting equipment. However, it may not be easily accessible in the spot where you’re shooting. Fortunately, you can replicate the beautiful effect of
